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The Nasty Cast: A Video Nasties Podcast

The "Video Nasty" panic of the 1980s in the U.K. helped shape a culture and frame a government, censoring cult, exploitation and horror films for the masses. Join us as we explore this unique slice of British cultural history, from how it all started, what it all meant, and how - decades later - it still impacts what we can watch. We"re delving into everything from the forming and evolution of the BBFC, the campaigners who fought against them, the changes in the law, then taking a look

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Episode 9 - The Evil Dead

The Nasty Cast: A Video Nasties Podcast ·

2026/09/06

Welcome back to The Nasty CastOn this episode we're joined by psychotherapist Katie Evans to discuss what was possibly the most high profile Nasty - Sam Raimi's The Evil Dead. Despite being passed - with cuts - by the BBFC, the film was still dragged through the courts, and wouldn't see an uncut UK release until 2001. Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some listeners may find some content may be offensive Host/Editor: Mark McManus Co-Host: Mark Adams Theme

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83:49

Episode 8 - I Spit On Your Grave

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2026/08/02

Welcome back to The Nasty CastOn this episode we're joined by guest Emma Arneil to discuss Meir Zarchi's notorious rape-revenge drama I Spit On Your Grave. Inspired by true-life events witnessed by Zarchi, I Spit On Your Grave was immediately controversial around the world. While there has been some re-appraisal in the years since its release, the film is still cut in the UK, and still banned in other countries. Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some

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Episode 7 - Child's Play 3

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2026/07/05

Welcome back to The Nasty CastOn this episode we're joined by guest Rob Yeomans to discuss a controversial non-Nasty, Child's Play 3. This unassuming horror sequel was caught up in a media frenzy following the horrific murder of a British toddler by two school boys. Despite having no connection in any way to what happened, British tabloids and campaigners laid the blame squarely on the film, leading to a depressing re-run of the 80s Video Nasties hysteria. Despite their best efforts and

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Episode 6 - The Funhouse

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2026/06/07

On this episode we're taking a look at Tobe Hooper's The Funhouse.From the director of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, this is a VERY tame horror that really didn't deserve the 'Video Nasties' label. Was it all down to a case of mistaken identity? Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some listeners may find some content may be offensive Host/Editor: Mark McManus Co-Host: Mark Adams Theme Music: Droppin Buckets by Nyck Caution - ⁠⁠⁠⁠epidemicsound.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ Original

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28:22

Bonus Episode 1 - BBFC Interview

The Nasty Cast: A Video Nasties Podcast ·

2026/05/22

Welcome back to The Nasty CastIn this special bonus episode, we chat with David Austin, the Chief Executive of the BBFC. David has been with the BBFC 2003, when he joined as an examiner, before rising through the ranks before taking on his current roll in 2016. We spoke about his background before the BBFC, and the work that the organisation does. Enjoy! Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some listeners may find some content may be offensive Host/Editor:

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67:29

Episode 5 - Cannibal Holocaust

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2026/05/03

Welcome back to The Nasty CastAfter our 4-part weekly introductory episodes, we're now moving to monthly releases as dive into the nasties themselves. And we're kicking off with perhaps one of the most notorious - Cannibal Holocaust. The film is as groundbreaking as it is infamous, featuring perhaps the first use of the 'found footage' gimmick, extreme fake gore, and even more extreme real animal cruelty. Does the film still stand up today, does the director's message and intent get lost among

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Episode 4 - They Fought The Law, And The Law Won

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2026/04/26

In the early 1980s a battle began over the nation's viewing. The home video market was booming, and the unsatiable demand was met by a sudden influx of cheap, often explicit and violent films. The relentless press campaign against nasties started to have an effect, with police seizures and prosecutions increasing, while politicians on all sides worked to pass the Video Recordings Bill into law, which would forever change how films were censored and consumed in the UK Content Warning: Due to the

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105:49

Episode 3 - The Mary Whitehouse Experience

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2026/04/19

**The original upload of this episode was corrupted. This has now been fixed** In the early 1980s a battle began over the nation's viewing. The home video market was booming, and the unsatiable demand was met by a sudden influx of cheap, often explicit and violent films. Campaigners and the press soon stepped up to try and stop the invasion of filth into our living rooms, but did they just end up making people want to see these films more? And were the campaigns really about protecting the

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Episode 2 - In The Realm Of The Censors

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2026/04/12

Since its creation the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC) has functioned as one of the most influential cultural gatekeepers in the United Kingdom, playing a central role in defining the moral boundaries of British screen culture.In Episode 2 of The Nasty Cast we take a look at the origins of the Board and the challenge's it's faced adapting to a changing society. Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some listeners may find some content may be

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Episode 1 - Welcome to the Nasty Cast

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2026/04/05

Welcome to The Nasty Cast.In the early 1980s, horror, violence and exploitation leapt off the cinema screen and into the home, triggering moral outrage and cultural meltdown, as the UK film industry, press, politicians and campaigners battled for control of the nation’s viewing. Decades later, the legacy is a still ongoing discussion about the power, influence and danger of films. In this first episode, we’re going ease you in gently and set the scene with an overview of nasties

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The Nasty Cast - Teaser

The Nasty Cast: A Video Nasties Podcast ·

2026/03/08

Welcome to The Nasty Cast.Our first full episode will be available on April 5th, but until then here's a tease of what's in store, with a few snippets of our chats from the first few episodes. Content Warning: Due to the nature of the material being discussed, some listeners may find some content may be offensive Host/Editor: Mark McManus Co-Host: Mark Adams Twitter: https://x.com/nastycastpod BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/nastycastpod.bsky.social Instagram:

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