At The Devils Ball

This week, the guys wear their hats like a shark's fin and discuss DEEP BLUE SEA, quite possibly the best film about genetically engineered giant mako sharks to also feature LL Cool J. Topics include appreciation for Samuel L Jackson, questionable ethical choices, and a dramatic reading of "Deepest, Bluest (My Hat is like a shark's fin)" by poet Ladies Love Cool James.

This week, the guys continue to Party Like It's 1999 with SLEEPY HOLLOW, Tim Burton's goth period piece. Along with special guest Janice, conversation turns to the films strange background, good looking set design and creepy age differences.

This week, the guys are joined by regular guests Jamie Alvey, Emily Fabrizio and Maggie S to discuss THE MUMMY, also known as the "movie that turns you bi!" Come continue to Party like it's 1999 and celebrate this movie turning 25!

We're just getting started partying like it's 1999 and we brought a date to the party: Audition, the feel good romantic comedy of 1999. Also, a harrowing journey through toxic gender politics, grief, and trauma. Also, our other date is Paul Steadman who is arguably less traumatic than Audition.

May the 4th be with you! This week, we cover the second (but also fifth) movie in the Star Wars franchise (because we're hacks) for Star Wars Day, with discussions ranging from the enduring legacy of Star Wars and sympathy for Hayden Christensen.

"Party Like It's 1999" month begins with two very sleepy hosts discussing FIGHT CLUB, the 1999 satire of toxic masculinity, cult mentality and recruitment, and metafiction. So reject your materialism, throw yourself through a coffee table and listen to us attempt to discuss a great film!

Paul Verhoeven month wraps up with a conversation on the erotic thriller "Basic Instinct!" Joined by the hosts of The Skewered Universe Podcast (Jeff Baldree and Leinann Heinrich), the guys discuss thriller tropes, sexual dominance, and the ongoing cultural issues in regards to the female body. So get all sweaty like Wayne Knight with us and enjoy!

This week, the guys continue Verhoeven month with the director's controversial satire STARSHIP TROOPERS. Along with special guest Mark Olszewski of the band NMA, the guys discuss topics like fascism, people who like fascism, people who don't understand satire, and the tragedy of Diz. Come Do Your Part for the Federation! Listening means citizenship!

Get yo ass tah mahs! Paul Verhoeven tribute month continues with TOTAL RECALL, the glorious action/sci-fi hybrid from 1990. The guys discuss the films enduring legacy on pop culture, satire and, of course, Arnold and his career. Kuato lives!

This week, the guys begin a month-long rundown of the genre work of director Paul Verhoeven beginning with his 2000 misfire HOLLOW MAN. The guys talk invisible men, the top tier cast, and (regrettably) Kevin's lil Bacon.

Xeno-March wraps up with the last (until later this year, anyway) "Alien" entry. We compare and contrast the film with "Prometheus," talk Daniels vs Shaw, and once again praise the efforts of Michael Fassbender to carry this thing along on his back.

Journey with the guys through a muddy story filled with jarringly stupid people and stunningly beautiful imagery! Marvel at the incredible performance of Michael Fassbender! Witness our praise for Doctor Shaw! Wonder what the hell is actually going on! Prometheus!

Xeno-March continues with the oddball franchise entry ALIEN:RESURRECTION! The guys talk rich characters, disconnects between top flight creatives, and abominations against all things good and pure in the world! If you know, you know!

Xeno-March continues with the occasionally baffling slow-burn that is Alien 3. The guys discuss setting, story, the theatrical cut vs the "Assembly" cut, and the most iconic shot in the history of the Alien franchise.

"Xeno-March" begins with our run-through of the "Alien" franchise (sans the original, we did a while back), starting with "Aliens," James Cameron's effects-filled, action-packed epic!

This week, the guys wrap up "Vampire Month Returns" with THIRST, the 2009 Korean Vampire horror-comedy. Along with special guest Violet Burns, we break down the films comedy elements, gender roles, kink and sexuality, and more!

Rolling on with "Vampire Month Returns" with LET THE RIGHT ONE IN. With special guest Jamie Alvey, the guys discuss the film and try to break down the deep themes throughout...and Nathaniel has his entire view of the film turned upside down.

Vampire Month Returns continues with LOST BOYS, which we were cutting but added it back in. With special guests Paul and Terry from STRANGE HIGHWAYS and Jenn Hartle of general greatness, we talk queer subtext, colliding tones and themes, and sweet soundtracks.

This week, the guys throw together a random episode on INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE for our vampire month (part 2), along with Sammeael's wife Jenn Hartle! We discuss adaptational changes, changing sympathies with characters and the nuances of the film's excellent performances.

"Vampire Month Returns" begins with THE HUNGER, a unique movie to say the least. The guys attempt to unravel the film with conversations on the superb cast, confusing endings and the intersection between goth club culture and Vampire films.

This week, the guys are joined by some friends to say goodbye to our good friend Steve King, co-host of INVASION OF THE PODCAST, who passed away last week. It's mostly alcohol and feelings.

Haunted Month wraps up with THE OTHERS, a lovely old dark house tale. Along with special guest Maggie, the guys discuss lighting, Nicole Kidman's wonderful performance, and the films bleak view of the afterlife.

Haunting Month continues with THE CHANGELING, one of the best haunted house movies out there. With special guest Scott Davis of Moviocrity, the guys break down the spooky film, discussing George C Scott, unique cinematography, and the moral and ethical dilemmas at the heart of vengeance from beyond the grave.

"Haunting Month" rolls on with HOUSE, the surreal Japanese haunted house film. With guests Paul Steadman (INVASION OF THE PODCAST), Mary Steadman, and Terry Witherspoon (STRANGE HIGHWAYS Podcast), the guys discuss absurdism, comedy and favorite "weird cinema."

The guys begin a month of cinematic haunted houses with a piece of modern American folklore, the often uneven AMITYVILLE HORROR. Topics include hoaxes, financial ruin, and the lost art of scenery chewing. And flies. Lots of flies.