The claws really come out for this one! On this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson tackle the 1972 kaiju brawler entry Godzilla vs. Gigan, from director Jun Fukuda. While things have gotten more family-friendly over the years, this is our bloodiest entry yet, despite primarily being set at a children’s theme park (featuring the legendary Godzilla Tower). Hear what the guys thought about this entry, including the Gigan design, the return of fan favorites Anguirus and King Ghidorah, the ample use of stock footage, and where this film sits in relation to the rest of the series so far. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Time to talk pollution, by way of a kaiju movie! This week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla has Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discussing a unique entry in Toho’s series, 1971’s Godzilla vs. Hedorah, aka Godzilla vs. The Smog Monster (it’s official American title), from director Yoshimitsu Banno. Given the significant shift in style, the film has always been an oddball, praised by some and ignored by others. Having Terence see it for the first time, the guys certainly had big thoughts to get into about how this film could have broken him, what Aaron thinks about the gory destruction on display, and a discussion regarding the legacy of the movie’s director, Banno. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
You know, for kids! Perhaps there was some dread on approach to this feature, but for this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss director Ishirô Honda’s very kid-friendly entry in the series, 1969’s All Monsters Attack, aka Godzilla’s Revenge (it’s official American title). With a reminder that Terence largely never knows what he’s getting into with these films, hear what the two have to say about what is often looked upon as one of the worst entries in the series, despite some reevaluation from some over the years. The two discuss the admirable nature of making a kid-friendly movie, but also highlight the apparent limitations on display, as well as the choices made and their impact on this flawed feature. Plus favorite moments, continued thoughts on Minilla, and more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
A wonderfully timed re-release has arrived. This bonus episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla features Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson fresh out of a showing of Shin Godzilla 4K to discuss the remastered release of the hit 2016 Reiwa era starter from directors Hideaki Anno and Shinji Higuchi. Hear what the two felt about both revisiting the film (Aaron) and seeing it for the first time (Terence), delving into the themes at play, the look of the movie, how it connects with the Showa era that’s been the focus of this podcast so far, and more. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
The monsters of mass destruction have arrived for an epic event! For this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss director Ishirô Honda’s gargantuan kaiju mash-up film, 1968’s Destroy All Monsters. Recorded after seeing the film in a packed movie theater, hear what the two have to say about what was once intended as the finale of the Godzilla franchise, before it continued to this day and counting. Hear the reactions to seeing all the various special guests, from Gorosaurus to Varan, as well as the response to what year this film is set in. Following a few lesser films in the Showa Era, it's time to get back on track with what makes this series special. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
It’s time for a father-son duo to fight some new monsters! For this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss director Jun Fukuda’s more kid-friendly entry in the Godzilla series, 1967’s Son of Godzilla. Listen to hear the guys discuss their thoughts on a film that has never garnered all that much love from fans, how they felt about the arrival of Minilla, Godzilla’s treatment of this newly hatched child, and where they are with the film’s monstrous villains, the Kamacuras trio and the huge, eight-legged Kumonga. It’s all here, along with favorite moments and thoughts on how they are dealing with this low point in the Showa Era. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Exhausted, dehydrated, and tired from so much walking. And yet, the show must go on! For this bonus episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss their experiences at San Diego Comic-Con 2025. This includes the panels they saw, the Godzilla-themed booths they visited, the comics and toys on display, and more. It’s all here, as the guys stuck it out on Saturday night to record this extra episode, covering all of this fun and more. PLUS - We have a very special announcement regarding another upcoming convention that is mentioned towards the end of the show. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
It’s time for one of Godzilla’s island adventures! For this week’s episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss director Jun Fukuda’s first entry in the Godzilla series, 1966’s Ebirah, Horror of the Deep. Listen to hear the guys discuss their thoughts on a film that features Godzilla after the fact, focusing more on a giant crustacean (Ebirah), a sinister terrorist organization (Red Bamboo), the natives of Infant Island (and their protector, Mothra), and, of course, Giant Condor. It’s all here, along with favorite moments and thoughts on what this new filmmaker brings to the table. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
It’s time to head out of this world, literally! For this week’s episode 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla, Aaron Neuwirth and Terence Johnson discuss the first intergalactic entry in the Godzilla series, 1965’s Invasion of Astro-Monster, directed by Ishiro Honda. Listen to hear the guys cover another multi-monster brawler film that finds Godzilla and Rodan teaming up against Monster Zero, while the Xilians make dubious promises to Earth, and Nick Adams brings his American acting chops to Toho. It’s all here, along with favorite moments and thoughts on the wild direction this story takes. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
It’s time to finally deal with Toho’s take on Frankenstein’s Monster. This week, Terence Johnson and Aaron Neuwirth cover another small set of films in the form of 1965’s Frankenstein vs. Baragon and 1966’s The War of the Gargantuas, both directed by Ishiro Honda. Listen to hear the guys cover both Godzilla-universe films and what they think of Toho’s efforts to bring forth one of the classic movie monsters by way of kaiju battles, let alone what to make of the oddball, action-packed sequel involving not one, but two Gargantuas. It’s all here, along with favorite moments and thoughts on how these films fit within the greater franchise. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Time to take heed of a princess’ prophecies regarding a space dragon. This week, Terence Johnson and Aaron Neuwirth discuss 1964’s Ghidorah, The Three-Headed Monster, from director Ishiro Honda. Listen to hear the guys discuss the film that introduced Godzilla’s arch nemesis, what kind of crazy antics involving the human characters went down, and how it felt to see various monsters team up. It’s all here, along with favorite moments, and thoughts on Godzilla and Rodan’s excuse for causing so much destruction. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
There was nothing like this ever on the screen before back in 1964. This week, Terence Johnson and Aaron Neuwirth discuss another epic versus film in the Godzilla series, 1964’s Mothra vs. Godzilla, from director Ishiro Honda. Listen to hear the guys discuss what went down when bringing together the already popular Mothra against the mighty Godzilla, along with the nature of their battle, who walked away with more success, and how the humans fared this time around. It’s all here, along with favorite moments, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Huge news dropped this week in the world of Godzilla, and we had to put together a bonus episode to talk about it. Terence Johnson and Aaron Neuwirth go over their thoughts and excitement over the official title of Legendary’s next MonsterVerse movie - Godzilla x Kong: Supernova. Enjoy opinions on what this title could imply, the fun of adding a call-in number to help get audiences hyped, small easter eggs in the brief video, and other thoughts on the director and cast members announced so far. Plus, there are additional thoughts on other recent Godzilla media and an announcement regarding an upcoming LA screening. Listen and enjoy the first episode that’s coming along very close to the recording time! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
One of the most exciting and humongous battles of the 20th century has arrived. This week, Terence Johnson and Aaron Neuwirth discuss a face-off for the ages, 1962’s King Kong vs. Godzilla, from director Ishiro Honda. Listen to what the guys thought about this long-in-the-making throwdown that assembled the two most iconic giant movie monsters. Enjoy thoughts on the fight, the depiction of Kong in suitmation form, the utter supremacy of Godzilla for most of this fight, and, of course, thoughts on what the humans had to offer. It’s all here, along with favorite moments, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Time for a trio of terrifying supporting players getting their chance to shine. This week, Aaron and Terence take a tangential look at the universe by covering Rodan (1956), Varan the Unbelievable (1958), and Mothra (1961). Each of these kaiju creations will make their way into the King of the Monsters’ world soon enough, but it was important for this show to meet them on their terms first. Listen in to hear how these solo efforts fare, which ones stood out best, favorite moments from each, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
In order to move forward, we have to step back. This week, Terence and Aaron look at the heavily re-edited and re-dubbed American version of Ishirō Honda’s Gojira, 1956’s Godzilla, King of the Monsters! featuring new scenes directed by Terry O. Morse and now starring Raymond Burr as American reporter Steve Martin. The guys discuss what this edit job did to the film, what effect the changes had on this iteration of the story, favorite moments, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Aaron and Terence are back with a second episode covering the quickly turned-around sequel to 1954’s Godzilla, 1955’s Godzilla Raids Again from director Motoyoshi Oda. Listen to how the duo feels about this follow-up effort, the introduction of Anguirus, the lighter story elements, favorite moments, and more. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
And we're off! The first episode of 2 Black Guys Talk Godzilla tackles 1954's Godzilla, the original kaiju movie. We discuss the film's historical impact, what makes it so effective as a monster movie, and much more! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com
Every great podcast has a beginning. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit 2blackguystalkgodzilla.substack.com