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Time for a new episode and this time we are squeezing in one more true crime before the holiday seasons arrive! On this episode we take a look at the 1966 University of Texas Tower shootings in Austin and the wildly unique movie “Targets” that was released two years later. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks as always for listenin…

Gather round for a beloved topic on this show - werewolves! Listen in for a transformative discussion as we throw out some of the best offerings that this subgenre has had to offer over this years. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!저자 Midwest Monsters

Time for a brand new episode but with that old familiar format of the mash! On this episode we take a look at "Speak No Evil" (2022 - McRib), "The Hitcher" (1986 - Grizz), "Summer of 84" (2018 - Professor) and "Matinee" (1993 - Vinny). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

Time for a new episode and a new recurring series of ranking favorites by decade! We are joined by the familiar Jason The McRib McCullough on this episode, as we all rank our top tens for the 1980s. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we did narrowing our lists down. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

For our next true crime episode we are taking a look at the tragic torture and murder of Sylvia Likens in 1965. This horrific case was a Hoosier crime and a terribly sad one at that and while this story is a tough one to consume, it is important to remember. The movie we selected to take a look at was "The Girl Next Door"(2007). This episode is ava…

"They've asked for it, the country bumpkins. This will give them a bit of a shock, something to write home about. A nice bedtime story for the kids, too, if they want it." - "The Invisible Man"(1931). Join us as we navigate Universal's "The Invisible Man" franchise that included 6 movies between 1933 and 1951. Available now on iTunes, podbean and o…

Although unintentional, its somehow been over a year since we looked at some horror documentaries! As you can imagine we were excited to jump back in and this time we took a look at "Turn Blue: The Short Life of Ghoulardi" (2009 - Vinny), "Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream" (2005 - Professor) and "Nightmares in Red, White and Blue:…

Join us as we have a discussion on one of the most basic of fears put to screen since 1909- home invasion. Everyone needs a safe, happy place to call home so the idea of someone choosing to violate that, can make for some unpleasant but effective movies. As long as movies have existed, this topic has been explored so be sure to listen in as we take…

We have a delicious topic for you to devour, maybe even while having a friend for dinner? Listen in as we take a look at the Hannibal Lecter Franchise. We work our way through the entries in an unorthodox order and examine the highs and lows of this unique property. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

Our beloved Monster Mash had an unintentional break but we are back with 3 randomly selected movies and this time they are: "Neon Maniacs"(1986- Professor), "Grabbers"(2012-Grizz) and "Terrifed"(2017-Vinny). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!저자 Midwest Monsters

Join us for a discussion where we are taking a look at beloved films "Robocop" and "From Dusk Till Dawn". These are two movies that both spawned franchises but as singular efforts are considered classics by most who grew up alongside them. While there is always the chance we could take a look at more of either franchise down the line, we couldn't r…

After a small hiatus we have returned to our True Crime series with this unique episode on the disappearance of Walter Collins, the Wineville Chicken Coop Murders and Clint Eastwood's "Changeling"(2008) that takes a look at both. Impressively set in old LA, "Changeling" tells the story of one mother's nightmare and the nightmare that followed it. A…

Quality Cannibal films, although not a long list, have yielded some potent movies over the years and some pretty divisive stances on them. Join us as we take a look at a few of the more notorious Italian Jungle Cannibal films, followed by a roundtable discussion on cannibalism in film over the years. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. T…

Evil dies tonight! Ok probably not, but we are at least going to talk about it! Comedian extraordinaire Brent Terhune is back with us again and this time to talk about David Gordon Green's recent Halloween Trilogy. Listen in as we take a look at these fairly polarizing entries in an already storied franchise and break down what worked and what didn…

Happy 40th Birthday to so many great movies this year! 1983 was a great year for moviegoers, especially horror fans; so join us as we discuss the jam-packed 1983 and hopefully we can inspire some 40 year anniversary viewings. Additionally we were joined by our good friend and comedian Brent Terhune, so we hope you enjoy the show. Available now on i…

Greetings listeners! We have returned after a small break and are kicking off our slate of 2023 episodes with a revisit to the unique franchise Phantasm. Even better, standup comedian and fellow horror enthusiast Brent Terhune has joined us for some episodes and boyyyyy did we have fun! We first covered the Phantasm movies on this show over 8 years…

We are squeezing in one more episode before a short holiday break and this time it's "Demons" and "Demons 2"! Directed and Produced by Italian Genre Royalty in Lamberto Bava (Director) and Dario Argento (Producer), both films are aimed at entertaining first with heavy sfx work and jam-packed soundtracks of the era. Listen in as we discuss what make…

Join the guys as they look at horror through a little different lens; their youthful experiences! On this episode we are taking a look at what cinematically scared us as kids but wasn't necessarily intended to. This frequent childhood experience gave us a nice vehicle to step outside the usual genre fare and chat up some different types of movies. …

Sometimes all it takes is one perfectly crafted scare to cement a movie’s legacy and so on this episode we are discussing some of cinema’s scariest moments. Join us won’t you? Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!저자 Midwest Monsters

Halloween has come and gone on the calendar but not with you and not with us! Join us as we jump into two more beloved favorites with “The Burbs” and “The Frighteners” on this newest installment of Monsterpiece theatre. Available now on iTunes, podbean a door blog. Thanks for listening!저자 Midwest Monsters

We hope your seasonal watch-list has already impressive so far but let us throw out 4 more for you as we take a look at "Cottage Country"(2013-Grizz), "Glorious"(2022 - Toddy), "Magic (1978-Vinny) and "God Told Me To (1975-Professor) on this newest installment of the Monster Mash. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening …

Let us be the first to wish you a happy October and Halloween season! Our favorite franchise specialist Jason (the McRib) McCullough joins us again for another big franchise and this time its to harvest the best and the worst that the Children of the Corn Franchise has to offer. Originating from a Stephen King short story, COTC spawned a franchise …

As we ease into our favorite time of year, its time to take a look at a couple more beloved classics in "The Lost Boys" and "They Live". Each film has continued to gain new fans over the years, as both masterfully pull from classic themes but with a modern anti-authority spin. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

The conclusion of this nightmare of an establishment and maybe a little light at the end of the tunnel? Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

We’re back with some throwback content! This is a two part doozie. (Yes we know it’s in Florida 🐊) Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

We are back loyal listeners and this time we are jumping into another true crime case and movie. On this episode we are taking a look at the somber and infuriating case of the Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills, the West Memphis Three and the 2013 film "Devil's Knot". We explore the unique elements of this case like our personal participation in the…

Need some R&R? Look no further than Laurayne's Haunted Destinations! We will be giving you plenty of places to choose from for you to have the getaway of your dreams. *ghosts may or may not be present during stay Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

A slew of vicious murders leaves a hobo hangout community on the east side of Cleveland looking for answers. Get into the Quadricycle and come to the 1930's with us. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

As Summer wraps up with these dog days of Summer underway, we've got time to get back in the water one more time this year. Join us as we head back to another roundtable discussion on Aquatic horror and this time we are focusing on aquatic creature features! Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog.…

Warning: Spoilers! This bonus content from our previous podcast was a little fun we had doing a "book report" on a movie based on a book. Just in time for school to start! Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

Giggling girls, whispering walls and a half goat-half man roam the halls of this early 1900's estate. Care to come inside and join us? Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

We have been podcasting for well over 8 years now, which naturally has had us watch quite a few movies along the way. Join us for a little relaxed-fit discussion on some of our favorite and least-favorite selections we've covered so far. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

"Every time that a new sibling would pop up, I know that I'm going to call them, and I know I'm going to ruin their life." - Jacoba Ballard **SPOILERS IN THIS EPISODE** Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

You never really know what's going on behind those "picture perfect" instafamilies, do you? Not saying they're all bad... but this couple had a good run with making people believe that their blended family was just as great as it appeared on social media, but things quickly take a turn and the outcome is absolutely tragic. Socials: Facebook, Instag…

It is time for more Dead End Sequels and this time we are taking a look at "An American Werewolf in Paris" (1997 - Vinny), "American Psycho II: All American Girl" (2002- Grizz), "The Return of Swamp Thing" (1989 - Professor) and "Gremlins 2: The New Batch" (1990 - Toddy). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!…

"We'll call it the Binding Game" These two instant lovers needed something to spice up their relationship. How much spice is too much spice? We know, let's play a game to keep things interesting. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

The missing persons case of Brian Shaffer is a strange one. We try our best to dissect it, while throwing in our opinions as to what could have happened to a man who seemingly has everything. A man vanishes after a night out with his best buddy and no one is any closer to figuring out the case than they were the day he vanished. Socials: Facebook, …

Many people speak about this urban legend as though it is an absolute fact, the story of small humanoids with bulbous heads terrorizing the people of the town then scurrying back into the woods where they reside, take a listen and let us know what you believe… Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!…

"Mom, You know I've always been a killer. I've always been like this." - Kelly Cochran We told you we weren't going to leave you hangin' and here is the wild and crazy ride that is the second part of Plant Wife/Life. You are NOT going to believe what is going to happen, we promise you that... Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of t…

Summer is in full swing, so we are headed back to Camp Arawak with a revisit to the Sleepaway Camp Franchise! Strange, funny, at times off-putting and charming but always entertaining - this franchise shows its uniqueness throughout - so please join us for the conversation as we take a look at the original trilogy and the much later 4th film. Avail…

Our last Throwback Thursday episode comes on the final day of Pride Month. We are talking about LGBT+ in the entertainment industry. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

We had to celebrate ANOTHER LISTENER STORY! Can you believe we have two listeners? Us either... When ghostly fashion shows are all the rage something is bound to happen. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam! Merch: Now Available! Head to our Facebook page under the shop tab!…

Love triangle? Maybe? Maybe not... When you're at work more than you're at home, things tend to get a bit... complicated. Part 1 of this grizzly tale sets the scene in which lust and jealousy start to take a dark turn. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam! Mentioned in this episode: Drunks VS The World Podcast Head…

Guest Kate Wallinga from the Ignorance Was Bliss podcast joins us to do a bonus episode on the age old "Nature vs Nurture" debate about Ed Kemper. This discussion really opens all of our minds when we each have a different take on the subject matter. Guest: Ignorance Was Bliss podcast - www.iwb.com Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become par…

This trans woman was one of the first who made her transformation a public affair. From GI Joe to GI Jane and she isn't afraid to talk the talk and walk the walk. Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

As we rapidly approach the heart of summer, we are taking a look back at the "Summer blockbuster" over the years. Now a staple of the seasonal zeitgeist and a source of great wonder for young viewers, movies like "The Omen" and "Jurassic Park" have become more than just water cooler talk but rather event viewings and true summer escapism. Join as w…

"I just kept hitting him because he wouldn't stop getting up." - David Brom In a small Minnesota town this wild and crazy kid decides he's had enough and does something so sinister the whole community is shaken up by it. With a community at a loss for words and a young man who threw his whole life away over a cassette tape, we discuss the Brom Axe …

We have listener stories, which means we have listeners! Exciting!! Our first listener story is about an apparition that likes to linger in patients rooms... are you ready to get scared?! Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

This surprise episode is Amanda’s coming out story. Show some love and support during Pride Month (and every month) as she spills her heart out to all you lovely humans. 🌈 Socials: Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: Become part of the Monster fam!저자 Laurayne Hayden and Amanda Bowen

Its time for a new episode but a familiar format as we jump into another Mash, so you already know the drill! Four random movies picked by each of us to take a look at and this time we are talking about: The Funhouse (1981 Grizz), Bones (2001 Toddy), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1997 Vinny) and Lifeforce (1985 Professor). Available now on iTunes, p…