The Frankencast

The Frankencast is headed back to Japan, anime style! And we're joined by Very Special Guest and long-time Friend of the Show, Hayden Orr, from The Last Book on the Shelf. Join us as we discuss the terrible fate of dogs named Lucky and the evil plans of a sidekick who is projecting his feelings. We also cry like babies when the Creature goes to church.  Catch the movie on YouTube. https://www...

Are Gary and Wyatt the most successful scientists we've covered so far? Join us for the feel-good Frankenstein film of the 80s, complete with all of the fashion, hacking scenes, and unfortunate word choices that entails. We somehow fail to make a Chekhov's grandparents joke, but there's lots of discussion of Icee-based crimes. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so...

Wait, you mean there's MORE True Story? And it's even truer than before! Join us as we witness the slander of real-life human John Polidori, as he's turned into a racist, sexist HYPNOTIST. We're also discussing songs to strangle cats by, decapitating your date at the dance, and what happens when you get struck by lightning. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you...

It's the gayest Frankenstein story of all time! Join us as we take a look at the whirlwind romance between a mad scientist and his special creation. We're going to see Figaro in our new bespoke suits, using acid to kill mutant arms, and meeting a new friend: the FLAPPY BUTTERFLY. Also, join us next week for Pt. 2. It's a cliff-hanger, with someone literally jumping off a cliff! Please rate, review...

In today's Very Special Episode, we are joined by Julian David Stone , the fascinating author of It's Alive! We talk with Julian about his incredible novel that fictionalizes the days leading up to the filming of Universal Pictures' Frankenstein. Julian shares a lot of fun facts about Old Hollywood and we resist the urge to just list all of our favorite scenes from the book. Join us for this enlig...

After we had such a rough time in Spain last week, this week we're headed to Transylvania, where nothing bad ever happens! Join us as we talk about old-school tabloid culture, contend with a heartwarming comedy full of problematic dudes, and generally wander through secret passages like all good mad scientists do. If you need us, we'll be meditating. Or else working with all this other shit. ...

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and other violations of bodily autonomy.  There's a lot of bad stuff happening in the world these past few weeks, and this film coincidentally touches on similar themes. Join us for one of our most emotionally complex episodes. We hope we managed to handle all the topics discussed fairly and thoughtfully. But we did try to f...

As you've all probably heard by now, we have launched a Patreon! The first three episodes are alive now and we will be releasing four bonus episodes there each month. Here are a few clips from the first four episodes, just to give you an idea of what you're missing if you haven't yet joined. If you like what you hear, you can sign up at Patreon.com/thefrankencast . We'd love to see you there!

Welcome to our internal monologue! Have a seat, grab a hammer, and try not to murder TOO many frat bros. Join us as we get political about donuts and emotional about chicken sandwiches. We're also making a rampage playlist and perfecting the art of ominous axe dragging. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Join us on Patreon at...

This week, we're getting back to a more traditional Frankenstein story! There's no flappy bats or science wheels, but we do have the most lovable Creature yet, AND the most sympathetic Victor Frankenstein yet. Bring them together, and you have a beautiful and tragic Frankenstein story. Also, watch out for Chekhov's ball, it's nothing but trouble. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be s...

It's Blaxploitation time, baby! This week we're joined by the brilliant Don Bacon to discuss this Frankenstein-themed knock-off of Blacula, that features one of the most inscrutable characters we've met yet: Malcolm, the Ultimate Player Hater, as well as one of the most tragic creatures, Eddie Turner. We're also discussing ten-gallon heads and the best talking dog joke you'll ever hear in a Franke...

In today's very special episode, we sit down with Paul Serino, the author of The Disturbingly Difficult Book of Universal Frankenstein Trivia and The Disturbingly Difficult Book of Hammer Frankenstein Trivia . We discuss his books, his writing process, and our shared love of Frankenstein. We had a great time with Paul and highly recommend his books. (Full disclosure: Paul graciously sent us free c...

Welcome to the Monster Brawl, sports fiends! This week we're watching monsters from all over the globe (and maybe all over the timeline) as they wrestle for no particular reason. Frankenstein is there along with some lesser known creatures like Swamp Gut and Zombie Man (the superhero who has the super power of being a zombie). Join us as we admit our life-long hatred of mummies, get bitten by a zo...

Hola, amigos! This week we attempt the ill-advised experiment of watching a movie in Spanish with no subtitles, and we managed to follow along better than we expected. Join us as we discuss the mysteries of "Pobre papa", The Colossus, and Dr. Frankenstein's frozen wife. We also meet Eric's doppelgänger and watch him get beat up by Santo. Oh, and we rock out to a RELENTLESS theremin soundtrack. Ple...

This week we're continuing to explore our newfound obsession with The Man in the Silver Mask, Santo! Join us as we spend all our money on an owl, research why coyotes don't attack beautiful women, and gleefully flip Chekhov's Self Destruct Lever. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @thefrankenc...

Hola, amigos! It's time to take a trip to Mexico and jump in the ring. Join everyone's favorite wrestler as he faces an absurd rogues' gallery of monsters. We're discussing Frankenstein's Chicano goatee, the Cyclops From the Dry Lagoon, and the vampire who can survive in the daylight if he pretends that it's nighttime. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don'...

It's Friday the 13th, and Franken-Jason is here to crash RVs and splatterpaint an entire room with your blood... and he's all outta RVs! Join us as we drink booze in the graveyard, ride a moped to fool around in the woods, and try to learn the Camp Blood card game... Don't leave home without it! Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installmen...

It's time to take a trip to Tromaville, baby! This week we're talking about a parody of a horror movie... or maybe even multiple horror movies. Join us as we attend Chekhov's Hippie Parade, dance naked around the McMaypole, steal ALL the rings, and then escape on a skateboard. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Tw...

It's Re-Animator, Italian Style! Join us in the Dark Place for our rowdiest episode yet as we dig into a timeline as muddy as Herbert West's favorite drowning puddle. There's bathroom stall garroting, bathtub portals, the Trenchcoat Man's Urn of Turning Water Into Sand, and other aquatic horrors. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installme...

Don't be dubious, just go for it, way Beyond Re-Animator. Join us as we talk about cannibal confessions, overdosing on re-agent, and the heartwarming story of what happens when a rat meets a disembodied penis. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @thefrankencast or send us a letter at thefranken...

It's time for the Re-Animator to take (or make) a Bride! Join us as we discuss our plans to buy a mortuary, what happens when you let Herbert West (and Screaming Mad George) doodle with body parts, what to do with wife beaters, and the Ultimate Flappy Bat: Dr. Hill. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or In...

It's Re-Animator Month, baby! Join us as we go back to our alma mater, Miskatonic University, get details on dead cat, geek out about Barbara Crampton, and learn to get ahead with Dr. Hill. Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @thefrankencast or send us a letter at thefrankencast@gmail.com. We'd...

This week we're puttin' on the ritz with Froderick and Eyegore! Join us (and make sure to walk this way) as we meet Abby Normal, go for a roll in the hay, and at last find the sweet mysteries of life. *yummy sound* *horse neighing* *werewolf howl* Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instagram @thefranken...

*Record Scratch* *Freeze-Frame* You're probably wondering how I ended up on this dog sled out in the Arctic. Well, it's a long story...  Join us this week as Baron Frankenstein weighs in on the vaccine debate and plays with eels and amniotic fluid, while the Monster makes podcast friends and solves the problem of evil landlords.  Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to...

Andy Warhol Presents The Frankencast! Put on your finest Serbian nasum and join us as we get super weird IN 3D! This week we're discussing flirtatious berating, what to do with life's gallbladder, and how to train your kids to carry on the family business.  Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Follow us on Twitter or Instag...