Deep Blue Sea - The Podcast

On this episode Jay is joined by Aaron Neuwirth (@aaronsps4) to be groupies on the Sharknado world tour for the fifth instalment in the Sharknado franchise, Global Swarming ! On this episode they discuss how to become a human helicopter, pink upgrades, and shark-themed booby traps, plus find out which cast member gave a revelatory acting performance for Jay (in a different movie)!

Jay and Mark talk about the 2025 shark thriller Into the Deep . Directed by Christian Sesma, and starring Scout Taylor-Compton, Jon Seda, Stuart Townsend, and RIchard Dreyfus, the movie focuses on what happens when modern day pirates attempt to retrieve gold (and drugs) in shark infested water. In this episode, they also talk about scuba-diving treasure-hunting influencers, shark flashbacks, and b...

Jay and Mark are joined by Roger Wistar to discuss "Whitlock's Accident," the 10th chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about irresponsible ladder strapping, proper wet-lab flooring options, and Renny Harlin vs Terrence Malick. Enjoy! Make sure to listen to the  The One-Armed Minute Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Jay and Mark discuss the 2024 shark thriller The Last Breath . Directed by Joachim Hedén, and starring Kim Spearman, Jack Parr, Julian Sands and several hungry sharks, The Last Breath is a solid straight-to-streaming movie that’s worth a watch. In this episode, they also talk about basic cocktails, shark kebabs, underwater surgery, and decoy booze. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark are joined by Stephen Scarlata to talk about his excellent documentary “Sharksploitation.” Released on Shudder in 2023, “Sharksploitation” is a must-watch for creature feature fans as it explores the history of shark movies and their impact on the way that sharks are perceived around the world. In this episode, they also talk about Neon Maniacs (1986), low-budget filmmaking, and 2024...

Jay and Mark are joined by Rebecca Sharp (@rebeccakathrynsharp on Instagram) to discuss "A Breakthrough," the ninth chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about doing science whilst hungover, licking cigarettes, and Liam Neeson revenge movies. Enjoy!

Jay is joined by Sharknado newcomer Nick Rehak (@thatrehak on Instagram) for Sharknado: The 4th Awakens to discover where the franchise can go since they've already been to space. (The answer is: Vegas!) On this episode they discuss the logistics of a shark hotel, the physics of Mario Kart and the perils of being a Chippendale, plus using the insides of sharks as a means of transportation.

Thank you for a great year!  Jay and Mark share their favorite deep blue scenes of 2024 and talk about manic pixie tornado dudes (MPTD). Listen in as they celebrate waterlogged scenes that feature albino alligators, shark fights, water chugging, polluted streams, swimming pools (empty and full), hot water heaters and surprise monologues. Enjoy!

Happy Harlindays! Jay and Mark celebrate the "Harlindays" by talking about the 2024 horror film The Strangers: Chapter 1 . In this episode, they also talk about tight shooting schedules, loud hiding places, and small town vegetarian eating options. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark are joined by Fred Andersson to discuss "Synchronized Attacks," the eighth chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about Scoggins pushing buttons, people ogling Carter, and the Thomas Jane In Prison Cinematic Universe. Enjoy! Make sure to buy a copy of Fred's book ‘Northern Lights – High Strangeness in Sweden’.

Jay and Mark talk about the 2024 underwater disaster movie No Way Up . Directed by Claudio Fäh, and starring Colm Meaney, Sophie McIntosh, and some hungry sharks, the movie focuses on what happens when some plane passengers have a terrible day. In this episode, they also talk about pessimistic engineers, mean funhouse planes, and unnecessary sacrifices. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark are joined by Thomas Stoneham-Judge (@beingTSJ on X) to discuss “Surprises (El Paraiso Rico, Just Because),” the seventh chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about genetically modified drinks, giving expensive cigars to strangers, and fish-keeping. Enjoy! Please rate, review and subscribe! Thanks.

Jay and Mark discuss the 2016 animated blockbuster Moana . Directed by John Musker and Ron Clements, and featuring voicework from Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson and Jemaine Clement, the movie focuses on what happens when a young woman and a demigod go on a waterlogged adventure. In this episode, they also talk about tattoo regrets, classy pee jokes and blow darts.

Jay is joined by Ygraine from What A Scream (@what_scream) and Gore Things (@GoreThingsPod) to dive into Sea Fever, the oddly prescient 2019 aquatic horror film about the crew of an Irish fishing trawler encountering a deadly parasite. On this episode they discuss lockdown movies, exploding eyes, and why men insist on poking slime.

Jay and Mark are joined by Professor Mike Dillon to discuss "Feeding Time," the sixth chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about hygiene laws in international waters, the perils of hallucinogens, and serial horror movie survivors. Enjoy!

Jay is joined by Jason Soto (@FamousComedian on X) for the third instalment in the Sharknado franchise, Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No! Do Fin, April and the gang go to Hell in this one? No, they go to Florida! And space, of course. In this episode Jay and Jason also discuss cameo dilution, lightsaber chainsaws and chilling on the moon.

Jay and Mark talk about the 2024 pooltergeist film Night Swim . Directed by Bryce McGuire, and starring Kerry Condon, Wyatt Russell and a pool demon, the movie focuses on what happens when a family is forced to battle a haunted pool. In this episode, they also talk about pool demons, bubbly magic, blood-triggered pool pumps. Enjoy! 

Jay and Mark are joined by Tony Cogan (The Wicker Man Podcast) to discuss "One Day it's Tomorrow," the fifth chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about Susan's herbs, Aquatica as a Wicker Man scenario, and Aquatica's toilets. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark talk about the excellent pool fight in The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018).

Jay and Mark talk about the 2024 shark thriller Something in the Water . Directed by Hayley Easton Street, and starring Hiftu Quasem, Natalie Mitson, and Lauren Lyle, the movie focuses on what happens when a group of friends are stranded in open water and hunted by a hungry shark. In this episode, they also talk about S Club 7, fast sharks, and drive-by-leggings. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark are joined by David Brook (@dave_or_did on X) to discuss "Pretty Scary Stuff (I Can See Clearly Now)," the fourth chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about martial arts films that should include sharks, 1999 dancing scenes, and wonder if Carter takes naps. Enjoy! Please rate, review, share and subscribe! You can follow us on Twitter (DeepBlueSeaPod), and Instagr...

Jay is joined by Heather Baxendale-Walsh (@Heather_Kenobi on X) to return to the improbable weather universe for Sharknado 2: The Second One ! Fin and April head to New York for a family gathering and a book launch, but there's a column of wind-blown sharks that has other ideas! On this episode they discussed superfluous children, multiple decapitations and surprise character actors giving dramati...

Jay and Mark discuss the 2024 survival thriller Survive . Directed by Frédéric Jardin, and starring Émilie Dequenne, Andreas Pietschmann and thousands of hungry crabs, the movie focuses on what happens when a nice family encounters problems on problems on problems. In this episode, they also talk about French creature features, buying into nonsensical plots, and therapeutic stabbings. Enjoy!

Jay and Mark are joined by Joey Lewandowski and Joe Two of the 2 Fast 2 Forever Podcast (@2Fast2Forever on X) to discuss "Louisiana License," the third chapter of Deep Blue Sea . In this episode, they also talk about vehicular sharks, double headlocks, and Fast & Furious characters scaling a fence. Enjoy!

Jay is joined by Rob (@MovieRobMinute on Twitter) to take the plunge with Gene Hackman and Denzel Washingont facing off on Crimson Tide ! On this episode they discuss character actors, pop culture punch-ups and explosive yelling, and determine whether any more submarine films will ever be covered on this show!