Sometimes, dreams really do come true! We're thrilled to have with us the amazing Jerry Zucker, who, alongside his brother David and their friend Jim Abrahams, played a huge part in transforming comedy in the 1980s. Together, they brought a fresh and hilarious twist to the spoof movie genre with the legendary 1980 hit “Airplane,” which the American Film Institute recognized as one of the ten funniest films ever made.Before that, the Zuckers and Abrahams wrote the cult classic, "Kentucky

In this episode we ask what is the current size of the 'Zone Rouge' and are there plans to clear it? We then look at the use of morphine to treat pain and was this misused? We then look at when Steel Helmets were first issued to British and Canadian troops, and end by asking what WW1 slang words are still in use today?The Old Front Line on YouTube: Old Front Line Channel.The OFL episode about the Zone Rouge: The Myth of the Zone Rouge.Sign up for the free podcast newsletter here: Old Front

Happy Halloween!!Hang out with Sandy, Terry, and special guest screenwriter Mark Steen as they recap "Ghost and Mr. Chicken," starring Don Knotts from "The Andy Griffith Show" fame. Directed by Alan Rafkin and written by James Fritzell and Everett Greenbaum, "The Ghost and Mr. Chicken" is about a timid typesetter who hasn't a ghost of a chance of becoming a reporter - until he decides to solve a murder mystery and ends up spending a fright-filled night in a haunted

‘Ghostwatch’, a Halloween drama in the style of a documentary, reached 11 million viewers on its first and only UK broadcast on BBC 1, on 31st October, 1992. It starred Sarah Greene, Craig Charles, Mike Smith, and - in a stroke of genius - trusted veteran broadcaster Michael Parkinson, who became possessed by the voice of ‘Pipes’ as the programme reached its terrifying climax. The show caused outrage for its disturbing content and the way it blurred the line between fact and fiction. Most of the

Happy Halloween! This week we take a break from our MAN-MADE MONSTERS series and Adam Z. Robinson joins Mike to discuss DEADVAULT, a new horror audio anthology show that we launched on Kickstarter this week! Then, Adam and Mike then discuss what makes a perfect anthology horror film and each list 5 of their favourite anthology horror segments.  Support Deadvault on Kickstarter now! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney.  Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and

Mike talks with author Mark Edlitz about his latest deep-dive into superhero history, Look Up in the Sky: The Forgotten Superboy Series. The book uncovers the behind-the-scenes story of the short-lived Superboy TV show (1988–1992) — a fascinating chapter in the Superman legacy that’s often overlooked. Edlitz explores how the series evolved across its four seasons, the creative battles that shaped it, and the actors who brought the Boy of Steel to life. From licensing chaos to Kryptonian lore, this

The BallyBOO continues as Zach welcomes back podcast pal Robert Stroude (Blogger/Laurel & Hardy Correspondent) to probe the hidden mysteries of a man brought back from death to bear judgement among the living as they unpack Michael Curtiz's 1936 Horror  film, THE WALKING DEAD.SHUDDER in terror as they dare to unpack the production stories surrounding the film! SHIVER in your seats at the many strange choices made in early drafts of the script! SCREAM for your life as they unpack a 60 minute film

Nat Turner, leader of the deadliest slave rebellion in U.S. history, was captured on 30th October, 1831. For over two months, he’d hidden out in the woods of Virginia, having led a violent uprising that terrified white Southerners and electrified the enslaved population. When finally caught, by farmer Benjamin Phipps, Turner was armed only with a sword and a few branches.Born into slavery in 1800, Turner was marked from birth - literally - with mysterious symbols on his chest that his family

I join here as a co-host to Marc Canale who will guide me through the origins of J-Horror. Together in this episode we begin our journey through the evolution of J-Horror, tapping into the history and early work of the originators of the genre and coming out the other side, I hope, fully prepped for the onslaught of what's to come.Today we explore the franchises. The retellings. The Japanese inclination to rework stories, films, etc. So, hold tight as we dip into Godzilla, Zatoichi, Ring, Ju-on and

Adam wraps up the season with Thirteen Women (1932) - the only film of tragic actress Peg Entwistle, more secrets behind the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the real-life viewers who thought Gilligan's Island was a documentary, and Britain's famous "Spaghetti Tree" hoax. Plus: the 1970s CIA rumors surrounding The Exorcist's author William Peter Blatty, and a bonus field guide to the Shinto spirits of Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away. Show notes at https://magicalmystery.media

George A. Romero trades zombies for suburban malaise in Jack’s Wife (AKA Season of the Witch, Hungry Wives), a spellbinding portrait of domestic despair and occult liberation. Jan White stars as Joan Mitchell, a disenchanted housewife drifting through a fog of loneliness and repression until she finds power--real or imagined--through witchcraft.Rahne Alexander and Father Malone join Mike to dig into Romero’s haunting mix of feminist allegory, surreal dream logic, and kitchen-sink psychology. Mike

Margaret Thatcher finally opened London’s first ring road - construction on which had begun in the 1970s - on 29th October, 1986, declaring: "I can't stand those who carp and criticise when they ought to be congratulating Britain on a magnificent achievement and beating the drum for Britain all over the world".A 58-page commemorative booklet was issued for enthusiasts, and coach trips were organised so that car-less punters could complete a circuit of the new motorway. But public enthusiasm for

Recently, Midnight Terrors was contacted by the representative of a new horror film called Killer Content! The film has just been released to Prime and other VOD platforms! In celebration the film's release...Kevin and Roy were lucky enough to get to screen the film and also sit down with the writer/director of Killer Content...Chris St. Croix! Tune in as we chat about all things Killer Content...how the film came to be, what the process was for creating such an intricate story, and what viewers can

Happy Halloween, folks! Midnight Terrors is back with an all-new episode for your Halloween week! To celebrate this most wonderful time of the year, Roy and Kevin are here to tackle a gargantuan task...ranking the Halloween franchise! Roy and Kevin sit down to discuss the entire 13 movie saga that is the Halloween franchise and make their respective lists of the favorite Halloween movie to their least favorite Halloween movie! Which movies ended up where? Find out now on episode 142 of The Midnight

I join here as a co-host to Marc Canale who will guide me through the origins of J-Horror. Together in this episode we begin our journey through the evolution of J-Horror, tapping into the history and early work of the originators of the genre and coming out the other side, I hope, fully prepped for the onslaught of what's to come.You can now support A Year in Horror via the Patreon.Theme Music by Max Newton& Lucy Foster.Email the podcast at ayearinhorror@gmail.comFollow me on Instagram.Follow me on

Welcome to our Halloween special for 2025! This time around, we discuss everything about the under seen 1986 cult classic, ‘THE HITCHER.’ Tune in for tons of pop culture news and recommendations! Thank you for the support and stay safe out there. Featuring the voice of Chris Pawlak. Mixed and edited by: Wesley Swanson.

A Criterion Collection film? Fantastic editing, camerawork, and direction? Are we sure Carnival of Souls is in the right podcast? After narrowly surviving a car accident, Mary uproots her life to become a church organist in Utah... but death isn't quite done with her. Her mind begins to unravel, and soon she cannot tell reality from her escalating nightmares. Join John, Andy, and Producer Brad as they scramble to declutter the Zombie Strains lab and break out the fine china for a true rarity: a

Filmmaker and frequent Projection Booth co-host David Kittredge returns to the show to talk about his stunning new documentary Boorman and the Devil (2025). Premiering at the Venice Film Festival and recently screened at the Brooklyn Horror Film Fest, the film examines the making—and unmaking—of John Boorman’s unfinished masterpiece The Heretic, a project that became both a creative obsession and a cautionary tale.Mike and David trace the film’s journey from inception to restoration, exploring the

Karen Stetler shares some of her best experiences producing discs for The Criterion Collection with Josh Olson and Joe Dante.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

George IV’s impressive Library included all the novels of Jane Austen, for whom he had a particular fondness. But what was not known (until a receipt was discovered in the Royal Archives in 2018) was that the Prince Regent had almost certainly been Austen’s very first customer - buying a copy of ‘Sense and Sensibility’ for 15 shillings on 28th October, 1811. His admiration for the anonymous 35 year-old author’s work lead to an awkward moment later in her career, when she felt obligated to dedicate