Martin Kearns

Xenomania

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Xenomania: A Cult Horror Odyssey is your new favorite podcast for all things spooky, strange, and downright weird! Join three friends—Jon, Ryan, and Kearns—as they dive headfirst into the eerie world of cult horror. From obscure horror flicks to creepy pop culture and the quirky psychology behind humanity’s love for the macabre, this podcast has it all. With its unique blend of deep research, casual banter, and spine-tingling storytelling, Xenomania invites listeners to delve into the twisted allure of cult horror, one haunting episode at a time.

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Martin Kearns

Episodes

Fright Night 2 - Xenomania Episode Six 06.02.2025 1:04:27

In episode six of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into Fright Night Part 2 (1988) and Fright Night (2011), debating which sequel (or reboot) reigns supreme. Along the way, they take a few wild detours into Batman lore and The Dark Tower series—because why not? Vampires, vigilantes, and ka-tet connections collide in this horror-fueled deep dive!

Fright Night - Xenomania Episode Five 30.01.2025 42:59

Xenomania Episode Five – Fright Night Sink your fangs into this one, horror fiends! Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into Fright Night (1985) and its 2011 remake, breaking down what makes Jerry Dandrige such a suave but sinister vampire. The guys reminisce about the 80s obsession with 3D effects, from flying stakes to in-your-face horror gimmicks, and debate whether the remake holds up to th...

Xenomania Episode Four - Zombiology 23.01.2025 34:52

Episode 4: Zombiology: Enjoy Yourself Tonight In this episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns sink their teeth into the chaotic, action-packed Hong Kong zombie film Zombiology: Enjoy Yourself Tonight. The trio unpacks the movie’s wild mix of absurd humor, over-the-top action, and emotional depth, exploring how it stands apart from traditional zombie fare. From a giant chicken monster to themes...

Xenomania Episode Three - Overlord 16.01.2025 42:45

Episode 3: Overlord – Fast Zombies, Wyatt Russell, and Cloverfield Connections In this adrenaline-pumping episode of Xenomania, Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dive headfirst into 2018’s WWII cult horror thriller, Overlord. We revisit the eternal debate: fast zombies vs. slow zombies—do speed and terror go hand in hand? The conversation shifts to Wyatt Russell's gripping performance and how he’s carving his...

Xenomania Episode Two - Dead Snow 09.01.2025 55:03

Episode 2: "Dead Snow: Nazis, Zombies, and Snowy Gore Galore" Jon, Ryan, and Kearns dissect the cult horror-comedy Dead Snow, the Norwegian film that pits hapless students against an undead army of Nazi zombies.

Xenomania Episode One - Nosferatu 2024 01.01.2025 32:56

Xenomania Episode One: Nosferatu (2024) In the debut episode of Xenomania, the hosts dive deep into Robert Eggers' highly anticipated remake of Nosferatu (2024). They explore the film’s roots in cinematic history, tracing its lineage back to F.W. Murnau’s 1922 silent classic. The episode discusses how Eggers reimagines this Gothic tale for a modern audience while preserving its eerie, expressionis...