The VHS Club

🎉 100 EPISODES! 🎉 This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re celebrating our centennial episode with one of the most beloved films of all time — Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982). From Reese’s Pieces to “I’ll be right here,” this childhood classic defined a generation of movie magic.Join us as we:👽 Revisit Elliott, Gertie, and the world’s sweetest alien🍬 Break down the iconic scenes (bike ride across the moon, anyone?)📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and Spielberg secrets😭 Talk about why E.T. still makes us ugly-cry decades laterWhether you grew up clutching your VHS tape of E.T. or you’re showing it to your kids for the first time, this milestone episode is packed with nostalgia, laughs, and love.💌 Thank you for 100 episodes of memories, movies, and mayhem — we couldn’t have done it without you!💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist

This week on The VHS Club, we’re diving into the wonderfully weird world of Better Off Dead (1985) with special guests Kathy & Kenny from Pop Kulture Kids.This cult comedy is pure 80s absurdity — packed with surreal gags, endlessly quotable moments, and a John Cusack performance that somehow includes skiing revenge, burger-based art, and a saxophone solo. It’s the kind of movie that feels like a sleepover discovery and only gets stranger (and better) with time.Join us as we:⛷️ Revisit the most iconic gags, characters, and running jokes🗞️ Talk paperboy showdowns and peak cinematic pettiness🎷 Appreciate John Cusack’s commitment to pure chaos😂 Celebrate the movie’s offbeat humor and cult-classic status📼 Discuss why Better Off Dead remains a VHS-era favoriteIt’s bizarre, endlessly quotable, and unapologetically strange — the kind of movie you either instantly love or can’t stop thinking about.So grab your ski gear, cue up the tape, and remember: I want my two dollars.In this episode, we’re joined by:Kathy & Kenny — the sibling duo behind Pop Kulture Kids, a podcast that started during the pandemic and continues today with conversations about music, movies, TV, and the eternal debate over whether Die Hard is a Christmas movie.Catch them live on YouTube most Sunday nights at 8pm and learn more athttps://www.kathyandkenny.comSOURCES:12 Better Facts About Better Off Deadhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/75810/13-better-facts-about-better-deadI Rewatched John Cusack’s Better Off Dead for the First Time Since I Was a Kid, and Now I Have So Many Thoughtshttps://www.cinemablend.com/movies/i-rewatched-john-cusacks-better-off-dead-first-time-since-i-was-a-kid-i-have-thoughts💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re suiting up for a slam-dunk trip back to the 90s with Space Jam (1996).This wild crossover brought basketball legend Michael Jordan together with the Looney Tunes for a movie that felt less like a film and more like a cultural event. Mixing live action, animation, sports hype, and an absolutely iconic soundtrack, Space Jam became a VHS-era staple that lived in bedrooms, basements, and sleepovers everywhere.Join us as we:🏀 Revisit the Jordan-to-Toon transformation and cartoon chaos👾 Talk the Monstars, stolen talent, and over-the-top villain energy🎬 Break down the live-action/animation blend that blew our minds🎶 Celebrate a soundtrack that defined 90s cool📼 Discuss why Space Jam still holds a special place for a generationIt’s loud, ridiculous, endlessly quotable, and powered entirely by nostalgia — the kind of movie that instantly transports you back to baggy shorts, arcade carpets, and worn-out tapes.So lace up your sneakers, cue up the VHS, and get ready to ball… because it’s game time.SOURCES:15 Slam-Dunk Facts About Space Jamhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/70922/15-slam-dunk-facts-about-space-jam10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Original Space Jamhttps://www.cbr.com/space-jam-original-trivia-facts/Space Jam Triviahttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117705/trivia/?item=tr0742158💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re embracing spooky season with a movie that may not be technically scary… but absolutely haunted our childhoods: Ernest Scared Stupid (1991).Part comedy, part Halloween comfort watch, this Ernest adventure somehow managed to feel genuinely creepy when we were kids — especially thanks to that troll design. It’s goofy, weirdly unsettling, and packed with peak early-’90s spooky energy that still works if you’re in the right mood (and wearing your jammie jams).Join us as we:👻 Revisit the moments that completely freaked us out as kids🎃 Talk Ernest’s unique brand of comedy and chaos🧌 Break down the surprisingly scary troll design😂 Laugh at what holds up — and what absolutely doesn’t📼 Defend this movie as a legit spooky-season VHS stapleIt’s silly, cozy, and oddly effective — the kind of movie you’d watch at night with a blanket, popcorn, and just enough fear to keep the lights on.So grab your snacks, get comfortable, and join us for a spooky-season rewatch that proves Ernest might be funnier than scary… but still got us good.SOURCES:The Importance of Being Ernest: Ernest Scared Stupid (1991)https://nathanrabin.substack.com/p/the-importance-of-being-ernest-ernestErnest Scared Stupid Facts — Know What I Mean, Vern?https://thechive.com/entertainment/movies/ernest-scared-stupid-facts-know-what-i-mean-vern-17-photos-gifs/Ernest Scared Stupid (1991): 26 Facts You Didn’t Knowhttps://thediceberollen.wordpress.com/2023/02/07/ernest-scared-stupid-1991-26-facts-you-didnt-know/💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, it’s time to feed the plants as we revisit the quirky musical horror-comedy classic Little Shop of Horrors (1986).Directed by Frank Oz, this cult favorite follows Seymour, a meek flower shop worker who stumbles upon a strange and unusual plant that brings him fame, fortune… and a whole lot of trouble. Packed with dark humor, unforgettable songs, and one of the most iconic practical effects creatures of the decade, Little Shop of Horrors is equal parts creepy, catchy, and charming.Join us as we:🌱 Break down Audrey II and the movie’s incredible practical effects🎶 Celebrate the soundtrack that lives rent-free in our heads🎭 Talk performances that balance camp, comedy, and heart🩸 Dig into the film’s darker themes beneath the musical numbers📼 Discuss why this movie remains a VHS-era stapleIt’s weird, theatrical, and endlessly rewatchable — the kind of movie that made musical horror feel fun, funny, and just a little bit dangerous.So grab your popcorn, cue up the tape, and remember: whatever you do… don’t feed the plants.SOURCES:Big, Green Mindblowers From Outer Space: Little Shop of Horrors (1986)https://www.pajiba.com/seriously_random_lists/facts-about-little-shop-of-horrors-1986.php11 Bloodthirsty Facts About Little Shop of Horrorshttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/68624/11-bloodthirsty-facts-about-little-shop-horrors10 Behind-the-Scenes Facts About the Making of Little Shop of Horrorshttps://screenrant.com/little-shop-horrors-unknown-facts/Little Shop, Big Historyhttps://fords.org/little-shop-big-history/💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, spooky season continues as we dive into the ultimate 90s thriller: The Silence of the Lambs (1991).Equal parts psychological horror, crime procedural, and character study, this Oscar-winning classic is as unsettling as it is brilliant. From Jodie Foster’s quietly powerful Clarice Starling to Anthony Hopkins’ unforgettable Hannibal Lecter, the film burrowed into pop culture — and our collective nightmares — in a way few movies ever have.Join us as we:🧠 Break down what makes this movie so relentlessly effective🎭 Talk performances that redefined the genre🔦 Revisit the scenes that still make our skin crawl🧵 Dig into the film’s complicated cultural legacy📼 Discuss why this remains a must-watch spooky-season classicIt’s tense, disturbing, and impossible to shake — the kind of movie that feels like a whispered sleepover conversation that goes on long after the lights are out.So grab your popcorn, your night-vision goggles, and maybe a nice Chianti (just kidding… probably), and join us for a late-night rewatch that still gets under your skin.SOURCES:Why The Silence of the Lambs Is So Much More Than a Horror Moviehttps://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a40941799/silence-of-the-lambs-influence/Why Is The Silence of the Lambs So Good?https://nofilmschool.com/why-is-silence-of-the-lambs-so-goodUnderstanding The Silence of the Lambs’ Complicated Cultural Legacyhttps://www.vox.com/culture/22281548/silence-of-the-lambs-cultural-impact-legacy-feminist-transphobia18 Facts About The Silence of the Lambs on Its 30th Anniversaryhttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/61604/18-facts-about-silence-lambs💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we may never sleep again — because spooky season officially kicks off with A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).Wes Craven’s genre-defining slasher introduced the world to Freddy Krueger, a villain who didn’t just chase you down dark alleys… he came for you in your dreams. Blending surreal horror, inventive kills, and a creeping sense of inevitability, Nightmare redefined what scary movies could do — and made bedtime a whole lot more stressful.Join us as we:🔪 Revisit the first appearance of the one and only Freddy Krueger😱 Talk dream logic, practical effects, and unforgettable scares🛌 Break down why this movie still messes with our heads🎬 Explore how it launched one of horror’s most iconic franchises📼 Discuss why this is a perfect gateway (or nightmare) spooky-season watchIt’s creepy, imaginative, and deeply unsettling — the kind of horror movie that lingers long after the credits roll and makes you rethink falling asleep with the lights off.So grab your popcorn, stay awake if you can, and join us for a spooky-season kickoff that still cuts deep.💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading to Arrakis with Brian and John from Cinema Psychos to tackle the gloriously strange, endlessly debated sci-fi epic Dune (1984).You may know Dune from the recent adaptations, but this is the original — David Lynch’s ambitious, baffling, visually unforgettable take on Frank Herbert’s 1955 novel. Packed with whispered inner monologues, baroque production design, and vibes that are aggressively “only in the 80s,” this movie is a true VHS-era endurance test and cult favorite.Join us as we:🪱 Revisit Lynch’s bold (and very weird) vision of Herbert’s universe🎬 Talk production design, effects, and peak 80s sci-fi aesthetics🧠 Break down the lore, politics, and confusion📼 Discuss how this version compares to modern Dune adaptations😂 Embrace what works, what doesn’t, and why people still argue about itIt’s dense, messy, fascinating, and completely singular — the kind of movie you didn’t just watch on VHS, you survived.So dust off your VCR, pour yourself some spice, and join us for a deep dive into one of the strangest blockbusters of the decade.In this episode, we’re joined by:Brian Cottington — podcaster, educator, and independent filmmaker with over 20 years of experience. Brian is the show producer and co-host of The Cinema Psychos Show, a long-running movie review/comedy podcast known for its irreverent but informed takes. He’s also the video designer and editor at Libsyn and an adjunct instructor at Chatham University, where he helped build the school’s first podcasting course.John Wooliscroft — independent filmmaker, videographer, documentarian, and comedy writer/performer. John’s short films and documentary feature Electrical Disturbance have screened at multiple festivals. He also runs the YouTube channel J DUB’S VIDEO NASTIES!, and is known for his strong opinions, sharp humor, and dislike of Terminator 3.Learn more about Cinema Psychos athttps://cinemapsychosshow.comand listen wherever you get your podcasts.🎥 Bonus:See Katie on the Howard the Duck episode of Cinema Psychos:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45SbcVOODTE&t=56sSOURCES:Dune Triviahttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0087182/trivia/The Making of Dune (Behind-the-Scenes Featurette)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iy9-abZIg3sSean Young Films the Making of Dune with David Lynch (1983)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFTS5-cIHgQDune (1984): 10 Behind-the-Scenes Facts About David Lynch’s Adaptationhttps://screenrant.com/dune-1984-david-lynch-movie-facts-trivia/💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re finally warping into Star Trek movie territory as we revisit one of the most beloved entries in the franchise: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982).Often hailed as the high point of the original Star Trek film run, Wrath of Khan trades slow sci-fi spectacle for character-driven drama, naval-style combat, and deeply personal stakes. With Ricardo Montalbán’s iconic turn as Khan and William Shatner at his most reflective as Captain Kirk, the movie delivers action, tragedy, and one of the most quoted rivalries in sci-fi history.Join us as we:🖖 Break down why Wrath of Khan still hits so hard🚀 Talk space battles, tension, and submarine-style strategy😈 Celebrate Khan as an all-time great sci-fi villain🎬 Dig into themes of aging, sacrifice, and legacy📼 Discuss why this movie converted generations into Trek fansIt’s dramatic, intense, and surprisingly emotional — the kind of sequel that didn’t just save a franchise, but defined it.So cue up the VHS, raise shields, and prepare for a Star Trek classic that proves revenge is a dish best served… among the stars.In this episode, we’re joined by:Mick from The Scene Snobs — former film industry producer and longtime podcaster/content creator with over 12 years of experience. As the founder of The Scene Snobs, Mick has built a welcoming, thoughtful community covering movies, television, pop culture, sports, and geekdom at large.Learn more about The Scene Snobs athttps://thescenesnobs.com/🎥 Bonus appearances:See Katie & Nat on The Scene Snobs:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uR7lbH9nOLYWatch Warp Fact or Fiction:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7ObLXnhe_s8uP234aGOcRhs025z6_TlySOURCES:Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan Triviahttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084726/trivia/10 Facts You Didn’t Know About The Wrath of Khanhttps://screenrant.com/star-trek-wrath-khan-unknown-facts/9 Facts You Might Not Know About The Wrath of Khanhttps://redshirtsalwaysdie.com/2021/06/04/9-facts-you-might-not-know-about-the-wrath-of-khan/20 Things You Didn’t Know About Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982)https://whatculture.com/film/20-things-you-didnt-know-about-star-trek-ii-the-wrath-of-khan-1982💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, Katie & Nat are joined by Jeff Dwoskin from the Classic Conversations and Crossing the Streams podcasts to talk about his favorite 80s sci-fi event: V (1983).This iconic television miniseries introduced us to the “Visitors” — seemingly friendly extraterrestrials who arrive with promises of peace… and a very reptilian secret. Equal parts political allegory, sci-fi spectacle, and made-for-TV intensity, V became a must-watch cultural moment and a staple of VHS recording culture.Join us as we:🦎 Revisit the Visitors and their not-so-friendly agenda📺 Talk event television, miniseries hype, and 80s sci-fi vibes🧠 Dig into the show’s themes, symbolism, and social commentary🎬 Break down what made V so unforgettable at the time📼 Discuss why it still holds a cult-classic grip todayIt’s pulpy, dramatic, and unapologetically 80s — the kind of sci-fi you watched live, taped on VHS, and talked about the next day like it was a real-world event.So buckle up, keep an eye on those Visitors, and get ready for a fun, nostalgia-fueled deep dive into one of the wildest sci-fi miniseries of the decade.In this episode, we’re joined by:Jeff Dwoskin — comedian, podcaster, and host of Classic Conversations, where he interviews pop culture influencers, TV stars, film actors, comedians, and musicians about their journeys and creative lives. The show blends insight, humor, and heart in every episode.🎧 Listen to Classic Conversations:http://classic-conversations.com🎥 Watch Jeff’s interview with V creator Kenneth Johnson:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LMdd1LMQ6o🎬 See Katie & Nat on Crossing the Streams:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3X41jCoqUs&list=PLOvCSFIKehi93uG5TObBL4XIT-Hq6RZpw&index=1https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pF_LtL04FN8&list=PLOvCSFIKehi93uG5TObBL4XIT-Hq6RZpw&index=10💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, it’s raining outside… which means it’s officially time to snuggle up with one of the ultimate 90s romantic comfort watches: Sleepless in Seattle (1993).Starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, this Nora Ephron classic gave us long-distance longing, radio call-ins, Empire State Building destiny, and peak soft-focus romance. It was one of Katie’s all-time favorite movies as a teenager — so the big question is… does it still hold up?Join us as we:☔ Revisit the magic of Hanks & Ryan (even when they barely share scenes)📻 Talk fate, destiny, and rom-com grand gestures💌 Break down the emotional moments that still hit🎬 Celebrate Nora Ephron’s signature warmth and wit📼 Decide whether this one remains a 90s romance essentialIt’s cozy, heartfelt, and a little idealistic — the kind of movie that feels perfect for a rainy evening with popcorn and a blanket.So dust off your VCR, grab your popcorn, and join us as we revisit one of the most iconic rom-coms of the decade.SOURCES:30 Trivia Tidbits About Sleepless in Seattlehttps://www.cracked.com/article_38458_30-trivia-tidbits-about-sleepless-in-seattle-for-its-30th-anniversary.html15 Heartfelt Factshttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/65469/15-heartfelt-facts-about-sleepless-seattleThings Fans Didn’t Knowhttps://screenrant.com/things-fans-didnt-know-about-sleepless-in-seattle/Details You Missed & Errorshttps://www.insider.com/sleepless-in-seattle-details-you-missed-errorsFUN FACTS:Did you know Tom Hanks is very into typewriters?https://www.entrepreneur.com/business-news/tom-hanks-is-surprising-small-businesses-with-typewriters/452083Love typewriters? Check out Tom’s app:https://apps.apple.com/us/app/hanx-writer/id868326899💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re logging on and heading back to 1995 to revisit one of the most stylishly chaotic tech thrillers of the decade: Hackers.Starring Jonny Lee Miller, Angelina Jolie, Matthew Lillard, and Jesse Bradford, this cult classic follows a teenage computer prodigy who, after being arrested for writing a virus as a kid, is banned from touching a computer until he turns 18. Naturally… things escalate from there.With rollerblades, trench coats, neon graphics, and peak mid-90s hacker vibes, Hackers is less about realism and more about pure aesthetic chaos — and we’re here for it.Join us as we:💻 Revisit the wild world of 90s hacking culture🖥️ Break down the movie’s take on “hacking” vs. “cracking”🎧 Celebrate the iconic cast and techno soundtrack🎬 Talk about what the movie gets hilariously wrong (and weirdly right)📼 Discuss why this one became such a VHS-era cult favoriteIt’s flashy, dramatic, completely over-the-top, and unapologetically 90s — the kind of movie that made dial-up feel dangerous.Want to brush up on the jargon before diving in? We’ve got you covered:https://www.dourish.com/goodies/jargon.htmlSo dust off your VCR, boot up your modem, and join us for a rewatch that proves the future looked very neon.SOURCES:Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Hackershttps://www.eightieskids.com/things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-hackers/15 Fun Facts About Hackershttps://www.mentalfloss.com/article/65134/15-fun-facts-about-hackersHackers Triviahttps://www.moviemistakes.com/film577/trivia💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re diving into one of those “so bad it’s kind of amazing” 90s made-for-TV movies: Robin of Locksley (1996).Starring Devon Sawa, Joshua Jackson, and Sarah Chalke, this modern-ish retelling of the Robin Hood legend swaps Sherwood Forest for prep school drama — and gives us teen rebellion, questionable archery, and some aggressively 90s vibes.Nat remembers it for that epic kiss. Katie remembers desperately wanting the wall mural in Devon Sawa’s room. Priorities were clear.Join us as we:🏹 Revisit this wildly unnecessary but oddly lovable retelling😂 Talk peak 90s TV-movie energy💋 Relive the most dramatic teen romance moments🎬 Break down why it absolutely does not earn 5 Christian Taters📼 Discuss why we still kind of love it anywayIt’s cheesy, melodramatic, and deeply nostalgic — the kind of movie you catch on cable one afternoon and somehow watch to the end.So dust off your VCR, grab your popcorn, and join us for a rewatch that proves sometimes “fantastically bad” is exactly the vibe.💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back to 1995 to revisit one of our all-time favorite coming-of-age comfort watches: Now and Then.Featuring Christina Ricci, Gaby Hoffmann, Thora Birch, Ashleigh Aston Moore, Devon Sawa — and their adult counterparts Demi Moore, Rosie O’Donnell, Rita Wilson, and Melanie Griffith — this nostalgic gem follows four best friends during one unforgettable summer in 1970.Ghost stories, first crushes, bike rides, secrets, friendship drama, and growing pains — Now and Then is basically the ultimate sleepover movie.Join us as we:🌻 Revisit the magic of childhood summer friendships🚲 Talk the perfect casting of the younger and older versions💌 Relive the crushes, heartbreaks, and growing-up moments🎬 Celebrate why this film feels so personal for so many📼 Discuss why it remains a 90s coming-of-age essentialIt’s heartfelt, funny, emotional, and full of that specific 90s nostalgia that just hits differently — the kind of movie that makes you want to text your childhood best friend immediately.So dust off your VCR, grab your popcorn, and join us for a rewatch that proves some friendships are forever.SOURCES:19 Secrets About Now and Then Revealedhttps://www.eonline.com/news/1306532/19-secrets-about-now-and-then-revealedIMDb Trivia — Now and Thenhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114011/trivia/12 Things You Didn’t Knowhttps://throwbacks.com/12-things-about-now-and-then-that-you-would-never-know-if-we-didnt-tell-you/💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re continuing our Summer Blockbusters of the 90s miniseries with one of our absolute favorites: Speed (1994).Starring Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock, this high-octane thriller traps a group of passengers on a city bus that will explode if it drops below 50 mph. Add Dennis Hopper as an unhinged villain, nonstop tension, and some truly wild practical stunts, and you’ve got peak 90s action magic.Join us as we:🚌 Revisit the bus that could not slow down💥 Break down the explosions and stunt work🔥 Talk Keanu’s action-hero era💛 Celebrate Sandra Bullock’s breakout star turn📼 Discuss why this is a top-tier VHS-era blockbusterIt’s fast, intense, endlessly quotable, and somehow still holds up — the kind of movie that makes you forget to breathe for two straight hours.So dust off your VCR, grab your popcorn, and buckle up for a rewatch that proves 90s action just hits differently.💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re rewatching one of the most iconic blockbusters of all time — Jurassic Park (1993).Directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg and starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, and Richard Attenborough, this groundbreaking adventure changed movies forever. From the first awe-inspiring reveal of the dinosaurs to the terrifying T-Rex attack in the rain, this film still delivers spectacle, suspense, and pure movie magic decades later.Join us as we:🦖 Revisit the dinosaurs that made us believe again🌧 Break down that unforgettable T-Rex scene🧬 Talk practical effects vs. early CGI🎼 Celebrate John Williams’ iconic score🔥 Discuss why this remains peak 90s SpielbergIt’s thrilling, emotional, endlessly quotable, and proof that practical effects and storytelling never go extinct.So turn out the lights, grab your popcorn, dust off your VHS, and get ready… because life, uh, finds a way.SOURCES25 Facts About Jurassic Park⁠https://webmail.alltherightmovies.com/feature/25-facts-about-jurassic-park/Jurassic Park Facts⁠https://collider.com/jurassic-park-facts/Behind-the-Scenes Movie Details⁠https://www.boredpanda.com/jurassic-park-movie-details-behind-the-scenes/💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re celebrating #PrideMonth by revisiting one of our all-time favorites — The Birdcage (1996).Starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane in absolute top form, this iconic 90s comedy follows Armand Goldman, a Miami cabaret owner, and his over-the-top, scene-stealing partner Albert as they attempt to “play it straight” when meeting their son’s ultra-conservative future in-laws. What could possibly go wrong?Spoiler alert: everything. And it’s glorious.Join us as we:🌴 Revisit the chaos at The Birdcage nightclub👠 Celebrate Nathan Lane’s legendary performance🎭 Talk about Robin Williams’ heartfelt restraint😂 Relive the most quotable dinner scene in movie history🏳️‍🌈 Discuss the film’s cultural impact and why it still mattersIt’s sharp, heartfelt, hilarious, and surprisingly ahead of its time — a film that balances big laughs with meaningful representation and remains just as relevant (and funny) today.So grab your popcorn, dust off your VHS, and meet us at The Birdcage. And remember… “I pierced the toast!”SOURCES14 Fun Facts About The Birdcage⁠https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/76486/14-fun-facts-about-birdcageIMDb Trivia⁠https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0115685/trivia/The Birdcage at 25: A Pioneering Moment in Mainstream Cinema⁠https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/20210310-the-birdcage-at-25-a-pioneering-moment-in-mainstream-cinema💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re finally crossing one off the list for Kimberly and diving into the twisty, turny crime thriller that defined 90s suspense — The Usual Suspects (1995).Directed by Bryan Singer and starring Kevin Spacey as Verbal Kint, this neo-noir mystery centers on the lone survivor of a deadly shipyard massacre. As Kint recounts the events leading up to the failed heist that killed his partners, we’re pulled into a tangled web of crime, manipulation, and one of the most legendary reveals in movie history.If you haven’t seen this one yet — do not Google it first. Seriously. Close the browser, dust off the VHS, and go in blind. Trust us.In this episode, we:🕵️ Break down the layered storytelling🎭 Talk about unreliable narrators and what makes them work💣 Revisit the heist that set everything in motion🧠 Discuss why this twist became instantly iconic🎬 Debate whether it still holds up nearly 30 years laterMoody, clever, and endlessly quotable, The Usual Suspects is peak 90s thriller energy — and we had a blast unpacking it.Grab your popcorn and join us… but remember: nothing is ever quite what it seems.SOURCESInteresting Facts About The Usual Suspects⁠https://interestingfacts.co.za/movies/the-usual-suspects/Bulletin Board Symbolism – Shmoop⁠https://www.shmoop.com/the-usual-suspects/bulletin-board-symbol.html💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re going full spy mode with True Lies (1994)! 💣🕶️Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Jamie Lee Curtis, this James Cameron action-comedy has it all: secret agents, terrorists, high-stakes missions, and one very neglected wife who may or may not be married to an international super-spy.Joining us is our friend Chris to break down why True Lies is his all-time favorite movie. From outrageous action sequences to that unforgettable tango scene (you know the one), we’re diving into what makes this 90s blockbuster such a wild ride.We’ll talk about:💥 Over-the-top stunts and classic Cameron spectacle💃 That iconic Jamie Lee Curtis moment🕵️‍♂️ Double lives and spy chaos🎬 Why this movie still holds up decades laterIs this one of your favorites too? Let us know at thevhsclubpod@gmail.com, and join us live Thursday at 9pm Eastern to share your thoughts in the chat!SOURCES:15 Fun Facts About True Lies⁠https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/57718/15-fun-facts-about-true-lies⁠Facts About True Lies⁠https://www.eightieskids.com/facts-about-true-lies⁠23 Fun Facts About James Cameron’s True Lies (With Behind-the-Scenes Videos)⁠https://geektyrant.com/news/23-fun-facts-about-james-camerons-true-lies-with-behind-the-scenes-making-of-videos⁠New episodes stream every Thursday at 9pm Eastern on YouTube and audio-only episodes drop Fridays on your favorite podcast player.Visit – ⁠⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com ⁠⁠Follow – ⁠⁠https://instagram.com/thevhsclubpod ⁠⁠Send us your 90s movie suggestions – ⁠⁠thevhsclubpod@gmail.com ⁠⁠See the movie list (and add your own!) – ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠⁠

This week on The VHS Club, we’re diving into the blood-soaked, leather-clad, late-90s action machine that helped launch the modern superhero era: Blade.Before the MCU dominated theaters, Wesley Snipes was out here slicing vampires in nightclubs and looking impossibly cool doing it. What starts as a gritty action flick quickly reveals itself to be a stylish, surprisingly influential Marvel movie that changed the game — even if it doesn’t always get the credit.Join us as we:🧛‍♂️ Revisit that absolutely unhinged blood rave opening🗡️ Celebrate Wesley Snipes’ iconic, stoic performance🔥 Talk late-90s action vibes and practical effects🦇 Break down the vampire lore and world-building🎬 Decide whether Blade still holds up — or feels very 1998It’s dark, it’s dramatic, it’s peak trench coat cinema — and it might just be cooler than you remember.So grab your sunglasses (even though it’s night), sharpen your stakes, and remember… some motherf***ers are always trying to ice skate uphill.💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email⁠🎬 Learn more & connect with us: ⁠https://www.thevhsclubpod.com⁠📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): ⁠https://bit.ly/vhsclubmovielist⁠