Peaked In High School Podcast

In S2 Episode 8, Merrill & Lex go Back To The Future, We tackle the ever mind boggling Butterfly Effect, Oedipus Syndrome and why this movie is Hollywood! Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In S2 Episode 7, Merrill & Lex kick off their Sunday Shoes and review ‘Footloose’. With themes that strangely very topical today, this Kevin Bacon led 80’s Dance themed film is a must see for any 80’s Movie Buff ...Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In S2 Episode 6, Merrill & Lex are mystically transported to a port town in Connecticut for a slice of heaven with Mystic Pizza. This dramatic buddy film introduces Julia Roberts to the world as well as an easy to watch, light-hearted 80's Film.... Cigarettes, Love, Fishermen and Friends....Enjoy! Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

In Season 2 Episode 5, Mez & Lex stumble across an old favourite 80's flick Beverly Hills Cop, staring the amazing Eddie Murphy. We talk about the talents on Eddie Himself and how his ad lib comedy can really make some of the scenes in this film. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Season 2, Episode 4, Merrill & Lex explore and review the cult musical Grease 2! The lesser known of the Grease Musicals with Michelle Pfeiffer as the lead Pink Lady and "Shooter McGavin" as the secondary T-Bird. This hidden gem brings back some nostalgic viewing and singing. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

In Episode 3 In Season 2, Merrill & Lex review one of the many 80’s Fairytales ‘Labyrinth’. With David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly as the main human characters and a wonderful ensemble of Jim Henson and Frank Oz muppet characters, get lost again in this wonderful maze of a film. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

In Episode 2 of Season 2, Merrill & Lex review an all time favourite of the pair. We realise that the Movie the Burbs has been a go to staple when deciding which movie to settle on for a Friday or Saturday Night. Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher and Corey Feldman in a quote heavy movie about the suburbs! Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

In Episode 1 of Season 2, Merrill & Lex review the dark comedy 'Heathers'. Chock full of 80's stars including Winona Ryder, Christian Slater and Shannen Doherty, we explore the premise of actually killing that annoying bully at school. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 11, Mez & Lex are Magically whisked away New England Massachusetts, the witch capital of the world to be entertained my some 80’s actor heavy hitters – Jack Nicholson, Michelle Pfeiffer, Susan Sarandon and Cher. We get deep on Good Vs Evil, Witchcraft, Female Sexuality and how Women perplex Men. Enjoy. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See...

In Episode 10, Merrill & Lex are doing their job in the COVID-19 era by staying local and supporting local films – specially 80’s Aussie Classic ‘Puberty Blues’. They double down on Nostalgia and talk about how a movie about the surf culture in Sydney Beach Suburb Cronulla, still has significance todayIntro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

In Episode 9, Mez & Lex are in COVID -19 lockdown, and what not better time to review 80’s film classic Risky Business. With a young vibrant Tom Cruise, your parents out of town for the weekend and your new friends are young prostitutes, why wouldn’t you get yourself into some Risky Business?- Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

In Episode 8, Mez & Lex in an attempt to review a romantic Valentine’s Day 80’s film choose Fatal Attraction, despite themes of love, lust and attraction prevalent in this 80’s classic, we discover the performances from Michael Douglas and Glenn Close were impactful, and too real, keeping us on the edge of our chairs, leaving us with some real discussions - an Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds...

In Episode 7, Mez & Lex review Weird Science, in this classic John Hughes Film we are both conflicted with the fun and nostalgia of watching the film as kids in the 80’s and the themes of the film and what they mean today. Starring Anthony Michael Hall, Kelly LeBrock and a sneaky credit to Robert Downey Jr. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

In Episode 6, Mez & Lex review the best Christmas Film of the 80’s, and possible the best Christmas film of all time, in “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation ” Sneaking into the 80’s released in the Christmas of 1989, The film is written by the legendary John Hughes and includes a stellar cast that includes Chevy Chase, Beverly D’Angelo, Juliette Lewis and John Galecki. Intro and Outro “Prod. by...

In Episode 5, Mez & Lex review an 80’s film that completely resonates with them and their current life situation, “Parenthood” is a late 80’s film that demonstrates how families engage and interact with one another on this Roller-Coaster called life. The film is directed by Ron Howard, with an all-star cast that includes Steve Martin, Dianne Weist, Joaquin Phoenix, and Keanu Reeves. Intro and Outr...

In Episode 4, Mez & Lex realise that although ‘The Breakfast Club’ is quintessentially 80’s (with the Brat-Pack cast & being a John Hughes Film), it is still 100% relevant in today’s world. This could be the film that inspired the ‘Peaked in High School’ podcast name. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 3, Lex & Mez establish that Merrill’s obsession for Vampires and Horror Films may have come from the 80’s cult classic ‘The Lost Boys’. With an all-star ensemble and a mixed bag of sub-cultures, there is much to discuss. Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 2, Mez & Lex discuss potentially the greatest Dance film of all time “Dirty Dancing”. We reminisce on the film, its popularity in the 80's and if the various sequels, remakes and TV shows do the film justice....Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 1, Merrill & Lex go straight to the top of the 80's Film Crème of the Crop, by Watching and Reviewing 1986 John Hughes Classic "Ferris Buller's Day Off". We reminisce on the film, the 80's decade and how the film holds up over 30 years later....Intro and Outro “Prod. by BeatGrounds”, thank you for the love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.