Talkin" Troma with Zack Beins

Throughout history, we've seen some truly iconic team-ups: peanut butter and jelly, Ren and Stimpy, Batman and Robin. But one partnership you might not immediately think of—yet one that's just as important—is the bond between Troma and comic books.Troma co-founder and Toxie's cinematic dad, Lloyd Kaufman, was close friends with Marvel's legendary Stan Lee—the father of Spider-Man himself. So it only made sense that in the 1990s, Marvel Comics brought Tromaville into the four-color world, publishing

Macon Blair is a multi-hyphenate entertainer. You've seen him as an actor in films like Blue Ruin, Green Room, and a little small micro-budget film called Oppenheimer. His 2017 directorial debut, I Don't Feel at Home in This World Anymore, won the Grand Jury Prize at Sundance, and he wrote and directed the film we are here to talk about today, 2025's The Toxic Avenger, which is finally in theaters now around the world. On this very special episode of Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins, we have Macon

Zack and Chris return from San Diego Comic-Con with a full breakdown of Troma's biggest showing yet! From the long-awaited reimagining of The Toxic Avenger premiering with Peter Dinklage, Elijah Wood, Taylour Paige, and Jacob Tremblay, to an electrifying Hall H panel, exclusive screenings, and Troma's jam-packed booth, it was a landmark year for Lloyd Kaufman and the Troma family.The guys dive into convention exclusives, collectibles, and comics, including the Toxic Crusaders series, new action

Tiffany Shepis is one of the most iconic scream queens. Known for her fearless performances and magnetic presence, Tiffany first splashed onto the horror scene with Troma. From her breakout role as Peter in Tromeo and Juliet to her hosting duties as Super Tromette Bulimia in Troma's Edge TV, Shepis quickly became a fan favorite in the underground film world. Outside of the silver screen, Tiffany is an outspoken advocate for gun safety with firsthand experience to back it up. Join us as we explore

Zack sits down with writer Mathew Klickstein as they discuss his new book, Lloyd Kaufman: Interviews, available now from University Press of Mississippi. Mathew culled through nearly 50 years of interviews with the Troma president/co-founder to deliver a detailed, sometimes academic, sometimes silly portrait of the man who, along with partner Michael Herz, has kept Troma in business for the last half century.Mathew Klickstein is a longtime multiplatform storyteller. His publications include SLIMED

Tonight, host Zack Beins chats with writer/director Charles Kaufman (WHEN NATURE CALLS, JAKARTA) in front of a live crowd following a screening of his infamous 1980 horror-comedy classic, MOTHER'S DAY. Hear about the making of the film, relationships on set, working with siblings Lloyd and Susan Kaufman, what his mother thought of the finished product, shooting stunts in Indonesia, and even a little-known entry in his filmography called THE SECRET DREAMS OF MONA Q – all on Talkin' Troma! Produced in

It's a very special bonus episode as host Zack Beins is joined by Scream Queens Debbie Rochon (Terror Firmer, Tromeo & Juliet) and Monique Dupree (Shakespeare's Shitstorm) LIVE at the Colorado Festival of Horror. As a special treat, Ms. Rochon is also presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her service to independent cinema.Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Debbie Rochon, Monique

Introducing Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins! The ultimate podcast experience for cinephiles and fans of all things Troma Entertainment! Join Zack and friends on a journey through the wild, weird, and wonderful world of Troma films, where cult classics and B-movie gems collide! Films like: The Toxic Avenger, Class of Nuke 'Em High, A Nymphoid Barbarian in Dinosaur Hell, Combat Shock, Bloodsucking Freaks!Each episode, Zack brings you exclusive interviews with Troma alumni, behind-the-scenes insights,