Fan2Fan Podcast

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete are joined by Emmy Award–winner Joshua Pruett to discuss film reviews. They go over the evolution of film criticism from newspaper reviews to the cultural influence of  Siskel & Ebert to modern commentary shaped by social media and apps like  Letterboxd . They explore why context, experience, and critical perspective still matter when evaluat...

We're talking about the Friday the 13th franchise on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by guest Josh Spiegel, creator of the YouTube channel Movie Timelines and author of Timelines of Terror: The Fractured Continuities of Horror Film Sequels.  They discuss the 1980 Friday the 13th movie, the sequels, the evolution of Jason Voorhees, fan films, video games, and more. F...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, hosts Bernie and Pete are joined by journalist and movie critic Noel Manning for an in-depth conversation on film criticism, film education, and the evolving role of critics in today's media landscape. Noel discusses his approach to film criticism, how teaching film shapes the way movies are analyzed and appreciated. He talks about introducing his students t...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete are joined by journalist and movie critic Noel Manning to discuss producer and actor Earl Owensby. The conversation explores Earl's remarkable legacy as an independent filmmaker including his work in genre cinema, the impact of 1980s 3D films, and the challenges behind regional film production. Noel discusses his longtime friendship with Earl...

We're still talking about physical media on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete chat with writer, pop cuture scholars, and fellow podcasters Michele Brittany and Nick Dick. They discuss what happens to your movies, music, and books when you die. The go over physical media, moving, and many heavy boxes. They also discuss special editions and video games. For more info about the Fan...

We're talking CDs on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete go over the history of compact dics, from their popularity to their decline to their current revival. They also chat with Joshua Pruett, Nick Diak, and Michele Brittany about their first compact discs, why they buy physical media, and more.  For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

In this short episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, hosts Bernie and Pete chat with Jim Carl, Senior Director of Programming at the Carolina Theatre in Durham, NC. Jim talks about his once extensive VHS collection, why he move on from video tapes, and how he currently buys physical media. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking with VHS collector and author Cory Gorski on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Cory is the author of VHS Collecting: The Modern Relevance of Home Video. We discuss the VHS format, cover art, video store nostalgia, the collecting community, and more.  For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, hosts Bernie and Pete chat with Emmy-winning TV writer and New York Times bestselling author Joshua Pruett about physical media. The trio dive into buying movies and how collecting habits have changed across formats from VHS to DVD to 4K. What's been gained and lost as streaming has become dominant? They discuss cover art, special features, nostalgia, curati...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete share a few of the movies, music, and TV shows they enjoyed most in 2025. They run through a mix of genre favorites and crowd-pleasers including Good Boy , Heart Eyes , and the over-the-top action sequel Sisu: Road to Revenge . They also get into Wake Up Dead Man and a handful of other films that made their watchlists this year. Pete also sha...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete are joined by Graham and Jon for a fun, spoiler-lite chat about a mix of major horror sequels and exciting original released in 2025. They dig into frightful follow-ups like Fear Street: Prom Queen, M3GAN 2.0, The Monkey, Final Destination: Bloodlines, and the long-awaited 28 Days Later sequel. The conversation also highlights standout new or...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete are joined by Graham and Jon for a fun, spoiler-lite chat about three original horror films released in 2025. They kick things off with Weapons, a small-town slow-burn nightmare directed by Zach Cregger (Barbarian). Then they dig into Ryan Coogler's Sinners; a Southern Gothic period piece packed with music and mayhem. Finally, they talk Heart...

Get ready to test your horror knowledge! In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete are back with Fright of Fiction, the ultimate horror movie trivia showdown! The quiz continues with even more deep cuts for horror sequels and their unforgettable (and sometimes unbelievable) subtitles. We're talking franchises including Prom Night, CHUD, Warlock, 976-Evil, and more. We challenge each...

Get ready to test your horror knowledge! In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast we're playing everyone's favorite horror movie trivia show: The Shape of Trivia! We're diving into the weird, wild, and wonderful world of John Carpenter. From Halloween to The Thing, The Fog, and more. We're talking about the Master of Horror's music, pseudonyms, voiceovers, cameo appearances, and more. Tune in and fi...

Get ready to test your horror knowledge! In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete present Fright of Fiction, the ultimate horror movie trivia showdown! They're diving into the wild world of horror sequels and their unforgettable (and sometimes unbelievable) subtitles. Can you tell which are real and which are fake? We're talking franchises including Hellraiser, Pumpkinhead, The Howl...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete dig into why horror remakes aren't just cash grabs...they're cultural mirrors. The duo explores how new versions of The Thing, The Fly, The Crazies, and The Invisible Man reflect the fears, politics, and anxieties of their time. From Cold War paranoia and AIDS-era panic to post-9/11 distrustand gaslighting, each remake captures what society i...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete dig into why horror remakes aren't just cash grabs; they can be cultural mirrors. They explore how each new version reflects the fears, politics, and anxieties of its era ion movies including Invasion of the Body Snatchers to The Thing, The Fly, The Crazies, and more. The duo discuss how Cold War paranoia, AIDS-era panic, post-9/11 distrust,...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete continue their conversation about the enduring 1980s influence in modern horror. They talk about the magic of practical effects versus today's CGI, the power of synth-driven soundtracks, and seeing legendary composer Alan Howarth perform live at the Carolina Theater. The duo also highlight a few standout films that perfectly capture the 1980s...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete explore why so many modern horror movies are obsessed with the 1980s. From  Stranger Things to It Follows , they examine how nostalgia, aesthetics, and a longing for a "simpler time" without cell phones or social media influence today's filmmakers. They discuss how the 1980s setting offers both creative freedom and emotional comfort, creating...

Get ready to test your horror knowledge! In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast we're playing everyone's favorite horror movie trivia show: Final Cut!  In this round, we're diving into alternate casting in the world of John Carpenter films from Halloween to The Thing, The Fog, and more. Who almost played Dr. Loomis or RJ MacReady? Tune in and find out! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visi...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete try to answer the question: Is Jaws is a Horror Movie? They dive into the film's suspense, iconic moments, and lasting cultural impact to see where it fits within the horror genre. They also discuss Spielberg's direction, audience reactions, and why Jaws still manages to terrify viewers decades after its initial release in 1975. For more info...

Get ready to test your horror knowledge! In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast we're playing everyone's favorite horror movie trivia show: Final Cut!  In this round, we're diving into alternate casting for some of the most iconic scariest movies and cult classics ever made from Nightmare on Elm Street to The Exorcist, Psycho, and more. Who almost played Freddy or Norman Bates? Tune in and find ou...

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete discuss 1981's horror slasher Final Exam. We briefly cover the movie's cast, (not so) memorable killer, how it compares to other 1980s slashers, and the film's connections to Earl Owensby. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete discuss Censor, Prano Bailey-Bond's 2021 psychological horror film through the lens of the 1980s "video nasty" era. We cover the themes of censorship and guilt, and how the movie pays homage to the analog horror of the VHS age while exploring grief, memory, and repression. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn....

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, Bernie and Pete discuss 1981's horror crime movie Wolfen.  We review the film's unique take on werewolf mythology, its atmospheric New York City setting, where this movie falls in the 1981 werewolf trend, and why Wolfen remains an underrated gem of early 1980s horror cinema. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit  https://fan2fan.libsyn.com