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Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast

Welcome to Brain Rot The podcast that takes a deep dive into the BEST WORST HORROR movies of the 80s & 90s. Those films that are "so bad, they"re good". Each episode, Stevie (your VHS Veteran) welcomes a new guest into the trash heap. With guests ranging from horror know-it-alls to horror not-at-alls, these B-Movie bangers get dissected and immortalised in all their gory glory. So open THE GATE, grab some POPCORN, hold on to your GHOULIES and TROLL these films with us. See what I did there

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01:04:46

The Lair of the White Worm (1988) with Peaches Christ...

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2022/09/05

Greetings, Rotters! This week, we're joined by the hosts of the incredible cult movie podcast Midnight Mass - Peaches Christ and Michael Varrati. We discuss Ken Russell's MENTAL 1988 folk horror/comedy The Lair of the White Worm, starring Amanda Donahoe, Hugh Grant and Peter Capaldi. London Rotters!! Grab tickets for Peaches' show at the Royal Alber Hall in December here: https://www.royalalberthall.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch:

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01:18:21

Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) with Epic Film...

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2022/08/29

Step right up, step right up!! It's TIME, Rotters. We are finally covering the much requested Killer Klowns from Outer Space from the epic Chiodo Brothers. Speaking of epic, we have the PERFECT guests for this 80s Trashterpiece... Justin, Jeremy and Brady (B-Ratty) make up Epic Film Guys and their podcast Brain Stew is about to be your new favourite (in joint 1st place with Brain Rot) genre musings. Go check them out and make sure to rate and leave a review. Enjoy 🤡 Toodles! upport the show and

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59:54

Motel Hell (1980) with Stephen Fry & Joel McHale

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2022/08/22

Y'all come back now, ya hear? For our first full episode of Season 3, Stephen Fry and Joel McHale join us once again as we check in to Motel Hell (1980). A stand out B-Movie that's garnered a huge cult following since it's release over 40 years ago, Motel Hell was a breath of fresh air during the onslaught of teen slashers in the early 80s. With its dark humour and visceral visuals, will YOU be spending the night? JOIN OUR PATREON FOR HEAPS OF BONUS MATERAL: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot

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43:29

It was the 80s! - A conversation with Mick Garris

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2022/08/14

Welcome back, Rotters! We're kicking off Season 3 with a special intro episode. I'm joined by Horror auteur Mick Garris (Critters 2, The Stand, Sleepwalkers, Masters of Horror) to talk 80s horror, Stephen King adaptations and more. It feels good to be back. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group:

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05:33

Something's coming... (Season 3 update)

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2022/06/29

Mwahahahahaha 'tis nearly time, Rotters! In this quickie, I bring news of season 3 and an update on what's being going on in the hiatus. Come and see what we've been up to : www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard

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48:50

BONUS: New Year's Evil (1980) with Michael Varrati

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2021/12/31

Happy (almost) New Year, Rotters!! I just couldn't keep away. In this bonus episode, I'm joined by filmmaker and podcaster Michael Varrati to discuss the hugely underrated early 80s shocker - New Year's Evil! Enjoy! And have a wicked 2022!! Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch:

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39:41

XMAS BONUS: Silent Night Deadly Night 5 (1991) with...

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/12/23

Seasons greetings, Rotters! I couldn't leave you without giving you your present now, could I? As a treat, I'm dropping our Patreon episode with Mike Muncer and Louise Blain in which we discuss the MENTAL festive sequel Silent Night deadly Night 5: The Toymaker. For even MORE bonus content : www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Xmas Toodles!

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55:37

Troll 2 (1990) with Stephen Fry & Joel McHale

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2021/12/20

Oh my GAAAAAAAAAAAD! Welcome back, Rotters! For the final episode of Season 2 of Brain Rot, I decided to drag Stephen Fry back after his hilarious appearance in Season 1 covering the movie SLUGS. And this time he brought his pal with him! We welcome actor, comedian, writer and producer Joel McHale. To see out the season, we're covering the infamous and HIGHLY requested TROLL 2. Regarded as the Best Worst Movie ever made, it was a no-BRAINer. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus

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50:56

Jaws: The Revenge (1987) with Andrew Hunter Murray &...

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2021/12/13

Ahoy, Rotters! This week Andrew Hunter Murray and Dan Schreiber join me as we take a trip to The Bahamas with the Brody's! Andrew and Dan make up 50% of the multi award winning podcast No Such Thing As A Fish and I was THRILLED to introduce them both to this unparalleled entry into the Jaws franchise. Dive in and check it out! Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email:

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41:28

Sorority Babes in the Slimbeball Bowl-O-Rama with...

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2021/12/06

Howdy, Rotters! Well we HAD to cover this one, didn't we?? This neon-lit 80s Trashterpiece was a staple of my childhood. And it made even less sense watching it this time round. I'm joined by actor, model and writer - Sunny Mabrey to break it down as best we can. Uncle Impy has a lot to answer for. But unfortunately, we left with more questions than answers. What a hoot! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot

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56:29

Nightmare Weekend (1986) with Emily Head

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/11/29

Rotters!! What a treat we have for you this week. If you haven't seen 1986's Nightmare Weekend, do yourself a favour and go and watch it. It needs to be seen to be believed. Yup, it's one of those! Returning to Brain Rot is the gorgeous Emily Head. We had an absolute riot talking about this exploitation gem. Catch Emily's one person show, written and performed by the clever girl herself... Follow the link to watch it On Demand: https://originaltheatreonline.com/productions/31/the-system-on-demand

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40:40

The Video Dead (1987) with Anna Bogutskaya

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/11/22

Well hello there, Rotters!! I think this is the most requested film of all since I launched Brain Rot. And I've waited until I had the perfect guest..... I'm joined by The Final Girls co-founder, broadcaster, writer and creative producer - Anna Bogutskaya! We delve deep into this endearingly bad trashterpiece and share our thoughts on the zombie and tech horror genres. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter:

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50:19

Humanoids From The Deep (1980) with James Graham OBE

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/11/15

Whats up Rotters! This week I'm joined by playwright and screenwriter James Graham OBE to discuss Roger Corman's 1980 exploitation trashterpiece Humanoids From The Deep. I chat to James about the perks of being an OBE, why outer space makes us anxious and why Humanoids do what they do. ALSO.... The amazing guys at www.LastShirtOnTheLeft.co.uk are offering listeners a 20% discount on their site from today until the end of December. Just use the code BRAINROTTERS2021 at checkout to apply the

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42:18

Splatter University (1984) with Julie Atherton

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/11/08

Ello Rotters! Happy TROVEMBER! To celebrate, we're covering our first TROMA release - Splatter University from 1984. Enrolling with me this semester is actor, writer and director Julie Atherton. We discuss creepy priests, dodgy dubbing and confusing passages of time. Toodles Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group:

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46:42

Pieces (1982) with Dino Fetscher

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/11/01

Welcome back, Rotters! This week we're covering the highly requested Pieces (1982) from Juan Piquer Simón. This cult video nasty is a favourite amongst the community for its bizarre narrative and infamous acting choices. I'm joined by actor Dino Fetscher to break it into....you know the rest. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot

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46:46

Night of the Demons (1988) with Sean Parkins

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/10/24

HAPPY HALLOWEEN, ROTTERS! For our Halloween week episode, I've invited horror scaredy-cat Sean Parkins to discuss the cult classic Night of the Demons! This movie made an instant horror icon out of the badass Angela and the lipstick scene is the stuff of legend, but how does the rest of the film hold up? Hit play, playa. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email:

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36:27

Body Melt (1993) with Matt Lucas

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/10/18

G'day Rotters! This week we're headed down under to have a chat about the 1993 melt movie - Body Melt. Joining me is the hilarious national treasure Matt Lucas who was as baffled by this oozy Aussie mess as I was! Why the inbred cannibals? Why the farting troll? Why the rib collector? All of these questions and more go unanswered within. Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email:

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43:17

Death Screams (1982) with Stuart Burnside

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/10/11

Howdy, Rotters! This week I'm joined by exploitation enthusiast Stuart Burnside to discuss the lesser spotted slasher Death Screams from 1982. The bizarre narrative and random backstories (with no relevance) make this one an absolute hoot to discuss. And don't get me started on there killer reveal.... Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd:

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01:00:54

Hell Night (1981) with Joshua Tonks

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/10/03

Ello Rotters! This week, Joshua Tonks returns to Brain Rot to discuss the 1981 Linda Blair slasher - Hell Night. At the time of episode release, Hell Night is currently streaming on Shudder and available on a beautifully restored 4k Blu-Ray from 101 Films. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod MERCH :

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01:02:43

Intruder (1989) with Brad Hanson

Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast ·

2021/09/27

Clean up on aisle 2, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Brad Hanson to discuss the 1989 supermarket slasher that packs a punch - Intruder Set in a grocery store housing band saws, receipt spikes and meat hooks.... what could go wrong? Scott Spiegel directs and assembles his bloody buddies Ted and Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell. It's not every day you come across a late 80s slasher that's genuinely refreshing. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch:

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