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Retro Blood 193: TerrorVision (1986)

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2025/06/22

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Retro Blood continues It Came From Outer Space Month: Part 2 with the bizarre sci-fi horror comedy TerrorVision—a movie where an alien monster gets beamed into a swinger family's satellite dish and all hell breaks loose! The boys kick off with their quick thoughts on the film and a debate on horror comedy—what works, what doesn’t, and why this one’s… something else. Then it’s time for the Retro Blood History Segment, diving into what was happening on the movie's

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Lights Out: Jaws 50th Anniversary

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2025/06/22

🎥 Lights Out: Jaws 50 Year Special 🦈 Join James Kline and J.H. Alison for the very first video edition of the Lights Out podcast as they break the 1980s rulebook and dive deep into one of the most iconic and influential horror-thrillers of all time—Steven Spielberg’s Jaws (1975)—celebrating its 50th anniversary! In this no-holds-barred conversation, the boys discuss: The origins of Jaws, including Peter Benchley’s bestselling novel Spielberg’s bold decision to shoot on the ocean and the chaos

01:40:05

Retro Blood 192: Creature (1985)

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2025/06/15

Retro Blood 192: Creature (1985)James Kline and J.H. Alison return to “It Came From Outer Space Part 2” with another deep dive into '80s sci-fi horror. This week: Creature (1985)—a gooey, gory space shocker often compared to Alien, but with its own slimy charm. We kick things off with quick thoughts on the film’s alien bug creatures, mind control madness, and space corporation rivalries. Think cold-blooded business deals, exploding heads, and one very ancient extraterrestrial threat. In our weekly

01:27:12

Retro Blood 191: Evils of the night (1985)

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2025/06/08

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as we continue It Came From Outer Space Part 2—a month dedicated to 1980s sci-fi horror—with the sleazy alien cult classic Evils of the Night! If you love late-night cable sleaze, clueless garage killers, horny college kids, and aliens harvesting blood for eternal youth… this one’s for you.We kick things off with our quick thoughts on the film's blend of softcore vibes and alien weirdness. Then in our weekly history segment, we head to October 25, 1985: Pro

01:36:38

Retro Blood 190: Nightbeast (1982)

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2025/06/01

James Kline and J.H. Alison kick off It Came from Outer Space: Part 2—a month of 1980s sci-fi horror—with the low-budget cult classic NightBeast!🛸 Travel with us to Perry Hill, Maryland, where plaid-shirted townsfolk take on a laser-blasting alien menace in one of the most charmingly strange indie films of the early ’80s. 🗓️ History Segment (Nov 30, 1982) 💥 Wrestling: A tribute to wrestling legend Jack Brisco 🎶 Music: Alison dives into the cultural juggernaut that was Michael Jackson’s

02:12:23

Retro Blood 189: Blood Diner (1987)

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2025/05/25

James Kline and J.H. Alison close out Blood Month with one of the wildest horror-comedies of the 1980s—Blood Diner!🧠💀 From brains in jars to veggie burgers made of human meat, this one’s packed with gore, laughs, and total insanity. The crew kicks off with a breakdown of different styles of horror-comedy and where this cult favorite fits in. 🎸 In our History Segment (July 10, 1987): Wrestling: We dive into the Great American Bash tour and Night 9’s steel cage main event—Dusty & friends vs

01:18:23

Retro Blood 188: Blood Lake (1987)

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2025/05/18

🩸 Retro Blood 188: Blood Lake (1987) 🩸Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as Blood Month continues with one of the most infamous shot-on-video oddities of the 1980s—Blood Lake! This week, the boys wade through murky waters to discuss this low-budget VHS cult mess, tackling everything from bad acting and awkward pacing to a killer named Jeff and a very tan kid named Tony. Is it so bad it’s good—or just bad? 🎸 Weekly History Segment (January 1987): Wrestling: Hulk Hogan defends the WWF title

01:45:29

Retro Blood 187: Blood Tide (1982)

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2025/05/09

Retro Blood 187: Blood Tide (1982)James Kline and J.H. Alison are back for more bloody mayhem as Blood Month continues with the deep-sea cult oddity Blood Tide (1982)—starring none other than James Earl Jones (yes, Darth Vader himself) and Karate Kid’s Martin Kove. We kick things off with our first impressions of this rare oceanic horror flick, complete with cursed Greek islands, ancient monsters, and that infamous wolf painting. Then in our weekly History Segment, we look at what was going on

01:34:20

Retro Blood 186: Blood Beach (1981)

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2025/05/04

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as we kick off James’ May picks with a month dedicated to 1980s horror films that have Blood in the title—starting with the cult oddity Blood Beach (1981). Special shoutout to the listener who recommended this one!We dive into: First impressions of this beachside creature feature starring Rocky’s Burt Young, a shirted John Saxon, and yes, the screenwriter of Dune. Our weekly history segment: Wrestling: A stacked card from the Kiel Auditorium with André the

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Retro Blood 185: The Entity (1982)

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2025/04/27

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as we wrap up Alison's Picks Month with the chilling and controversial The Entity! Based on true events, this rare 1982 supernatural horror follows a young single mother tormented by a violent poltergeist—in more ways than one.🩸 We kick off with first thoughts, including why James thinks he might get canceled this episode! 🎸 In our weekly history segment, we dive into February 1983: Superstar Billy Graham's Kung Fu era in wrestling and Kiss’s career struggles in

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Retro Blood 184: The Changeling (1980)

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2025/04/20

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Alison Picks Month with the haunting slow-burn classic The Changeling. An old mansion, a ghostly child, and a haunted wheelchair—what more do you need?The episode kicks off with quick thoughts on the film’s eerie mood and George C. Scott’s intense performance. Then, in the Weekly History Segment, James covers Jerry Jarrett’s Memphis promotion and explains the chaos of a “concession stand brawl.” Alison shares how he first discovered punk bands like Stiff Little

01:54:14

Retro Blood 183: Ghost Story (1981)

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2025/04/13

Join James Kline and J.H. Alison as we continue Alison’s Picks Month with a ghostly deep cut from the 1980s—Ghost Story (1981). This one’s packed with old-school gothic horror, classic ghost revenge, and a cast of Golden Age Hollywood legends delivering some wonderfully dramatic old-timer performances.We kick things off with our thoughts on the film’s eerie atmosphere, vintage storytelling, and how it leans into the style of a bygone era—with a few genuine creeps along the way. Then it's time

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Retro Blood 182: Lady in White (1988)

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2025/04/06

James Kline and J.H. Alison kick off a brand-new theme month—1980s Ghost Movies (Alison’s Picks!)—with the hauntingly atmospheric Lady in White (1988).The episode begins with quick thoughts on the film’s PG-13 tone, nostalgic vibes, and its surprisingly dark story involving ghosts, childhood trauma, and murder. Alison shares why this movie left such a strong impression on him as a kid—and why it still holds up. In the Retro Blood weekly history segment, the crew dives into what was happening in Pro

01:53:19

Retro Blood 181: American Gothic (1988)

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2025/03/30

James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up Killer Island Month with one of the strangest films yet—American Gothic! This twisted backwoods horror flick brings old-time religion, creepy man-children, and deadly family values to an isolated island.The episode kicks off with quick thoughts on the film’s eerie theme, its bizarre portrayal of religious extremism, and its unforgettable cast of characters. Then, in the Retro Blood weekly history segment, James breaks down a 1988 Prime Time Wrestling main event

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Retro Blood 180: Beyond Evil (1980)

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2025/03/23

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Killer Island Month with a John Saxon special—the supernatural horror flick Beyond Evil! The boys kick things off celebrating John Saxon’s greatness, followed by a discussion on 1980s special effects and whether this film pulls them off. In the history segment, James dives into the May 1980 edition of Pro Wrestling Illustrated and shares a hilarious story about bringing a wrestling mag to school. Alison keeps things metal with a breakdown of SAXON’s Wheels of

01:36:04

Retro Blood 179: Island of Blood (1982)

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2025/03/16

Retro Blood 179: Island of Blood (1982) 🔥🎬James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Killer Island Month with the obscure slasher Island of Blood aka Whodoit—where bad acting meets bad lighting in a low-budget horror mess! This one tries to cash in on Friday the 13th but misses the mark, and the boys break down why. In the history segment, James covers a wrestling card headlined by Killer Khan, while Alison dives into Black Sabbath’s 1982 “Mob Rules” tour. With little behind-the-scenes info on this

01:30:42

Retro Blood 178: Antropophagus (1981)

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2025/03/09

James Kline and J.H. Alison continue Killer Island Month with the infamous Italian/German shocker, Antropophagus! James finds it boring, but there’s plenty to talk about—including that fetus bag scene. In our weekly history segment, James covers the Killer Khan vs. André the Giant stretcher match, while Alison dives into Blue Öyster Cult’s 1981 tour and their legendary hit Don’t Fear the Reaper. Then, we break down the film’s history, from a hilarious premiere story to what that grotesque prop was

01:43:10

Retro Blood 177: The Fog (1980)

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2025/03/02

James Kline and J.H. Alison kick off Killer Island Month with a deep dive into John Carpenter’s eerie ghost story—The Fog! 🌊🏴‍☠️The episode starts with quick thoughts on the film, its chilling atmosphere, where it ranks among Carpenter’s classics, and, of course, fog monsters. Then, in our Weekly History Segment, we break down what was happening in Pro Wrestling and Metal Music around the film’s release on February 1, 1980. James covers two title changes from the era but jumps ahead to

01:48:46

Retro Blood 176: Near Dark (1987)

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2025/02/22

🎙️ Retro Blood 176: Near Dark (1987) 🎙️James Kline and J.H. Alison wrap up 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with one of the grittiest and most underrated vampire flicks of the decade—Near Dark! 🌄🧛‍♂️ We kick things off with quick thoughts on the film, comparing it to other vampire classics and discussing its unique neo-western horror vibe. Then, in our Weekly History Segment, we look at what was happening in Pro Wrestling and Metal Music around its release on October 2, 1987. James dives into

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Retro Blood 175: Dracula Sovereign of The Damned (1980)

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2025/02/16

🎙️ Retro Blood 175: Dracula – Sovereign of the Damned (1980) 🎙️James Kline and J.H. Alison continue 1980s Vampire Horror Month: Part 2 with a true hidden gem—Dracula: Sovereign of the Damned, an anime take on the Prince of Darkness that delivers pure 80s insanity. 🦇 We kick things off with quick thoughts on the film, including its Saturday morning cartoon vibes, its unexpected deep dive into Satanic lore, and, of course, Dracula himself devouring a hamburger. 🍔 Then, in our Weekly History

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