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Join cult leader Peaches Christ & filmmaker Michael Varrati for some hilarious and hardcore audio worship of their favorite cult movies! Each episode focuses on a unique film, filmmaker, performer, or genre and includes special guest stars, super-fans, and surprises befitting midnight movie celebration. Subscribe today and truly become one of the Children of the Pod-corn! Episodes released every other week.
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They’re here! This week, Peaches and Michael are haunting the suburbs in celebration of 1982’s POLTERGEIST! In addition to discussing this supernatural classic’s critique of Reagan-era capitalism, our hosts delve into the fiercely flawed cleaning skills of Zelda Rubinstein. Joining the conversation is producer/music director Christopher Hamblin, who speaks to the lasting power of the film’s iconic Carol Anne – Heather O’ Rourke. Then, television personality and ghost huntress extraordinaire R...
Give yourself over to absolute pleasure! This week, Peaches and Michael are taking a jump to the left in celebration of 1975's THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW! In addition to discussing this mother of all cult cinema's undeniable impact, our hosts delve into the recently wrapped fanfare marking the film's 50th anniversary. Joining the conversation is Columbia herself - the iconic "Little" Nell Campbell - to reflect on her strange journey with this zeitgeist defining phenomenon and how it contin...
You better watch out! This week, Peaches and Michael are dodging the naughty list in celebration of 2022’s VIOLENT NIGHT! In addition to discussing Santa’s bruiser daddy status, our hosts delve into why subverting the season can be so much fun. Joining the conversation is iconic film critic and author Alonso Duralde, who digs into why a nontraditional depiction of St. Nick is often exactly what we need. Then, the celebrated creators and screenwriters of VIOLENT NIGHT, Pat Casey and Josh Mille...
Don’t fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are chugging coffee in celebration of 1984’s A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! In addition to discussing Freddy Krueger’s undeniable hold on pop culture, our hosts delve into how Wes Craven’s dreamscape forever altered the trajectory of horror cinema. Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER and G.B.F, Darren Stein, who not only speaks of his longtime love of this cult classic, but of its enduring resonance in genre circles and as...
We dare you to say his name! On this week’s episode, Peaches and Michael are absolutely hooked on the idea of celebrating 1992’s CANDYMAN! In addition to discussing the undeniable icon status of Tony Todd, our hosts delve into this dark fable’s continued sociopolitical relevance. Joining the conversation is podcast host extraordinaire DeVaughn Taylor, whose ongoing championing of the film has helped contribute to its place in the cultural conversation. Then, multi-faceted horror superstar Xer...
The latest fashion…in murder! This week, Peaches and Michael are taking a long stroll through the museum in celebration of 1980’s DRESSED TO KILL! In addition to tackling the film’s undeniably dubious elements, our hosts delve into this psychosexual classic’s place as an American giallo. Joining the conversation is renowned artist Drusilla Adeline, whose ongoing obsession with this movie continues to motivate her to dive deeper. Then, cult filmmaker extraordinaire Sam Irvin stops by to discus...
Amok, amok, amok! This week, Peaches and Michael put a spell on you in celebration of 1993’s HOCUS POCUS! In addition to discussing the utter perfection of the Sanderson Sisters, our hosts delve into their firm belief that the film was rescued from obscurity thanks to the passion of queer fans. Joining the conversation is drag superstar Tina Burner, whose lifelong love of Salem’s favorite witches led her to create an annual traveling parody show. Then, drag icon Nicole Halliwell stops by to d...
DuJour means friendship! This week, Peaches and Michael are sharing a bus pass photo in celebration of 2001’s JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS! In addition to discussing the undeniably rockin’ soundtrack, our hosts delve into this cult fave’s predictive and damning take on capitalist culture. Joining the conversation is acclaimed entertainment journalist and host Jamie Jirak, who reflects on her evolving relationship with Riverdale’s most infamous punk rock prom queens. Then, celebrated author and com...
Here comes the fuzz! This week, Peaches and Michael are taking a hairy trip up north in celebration of 2014’s WOLFCOP! In addition to discussing this film’s irreverent take on masculinity, our hosts delve into its decidedly unique transformation sequence. Joining the conversation are multifaceted superstars KEVIN ALLISON and MICHAEL PATRICK JANN, who explore the notion of non-traditional werewolf stories, as well as draw some parallels to their new film, ALMA AND THE WOLF. Additionally, Kevin...
Marcia, Marcia, MARCIA! On this week's episode, Peaches and Michael are having a sunshine day in celebration of 1995's THE BRADY BUNCH MOVIE and 1996's A VERY BRADY SEQUEL! In addition to discussing how the feature film version of America's favorite TV family subverts expectations, our hosts delve into the absolute queer journey of unhinged icon Jan Brady. Joining the conversation is comedy dynamo and drag clown Very Gerry (aka Gerry Mastrolia) to dig into how these movies helped contex...
A live action heap of fun! This week, Peaches and Michael get trashy in celebration of 1987’s THE GARBAGE PAIL KIDS MOVIE! In addition to discussing this contested cult classic’s place as a prime piece of gateway grossness, our hosts ruminate on the popular trading card series that inspired its creation. Joining the conversation is legendary film programmer and critic Jesse Hawthorne Ficks, who recounts his own storied history of bringing these refuse-laden tykes to midnight movie audiences. ...
Who will survive and what will be left of them?! This week, Peaches and Michael are out enjoying the summer sun in celebration of 1974’s THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE! In addition to discussing how this groundbreaking cult classic changed the face of horror forever, our hosts delve into Tobe Hooper’s longstanding assertation that he made the film as a comedy. Joining the conversation is genre icon David Dastmalchian, who speaks to this harrowing vision’s lasting resonance and how it continues ...
You’re TERRIBLE! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating Pride like a couple of dancing queens as they shine a spotlight on 1994’s MURIEL’S WEDDING! In addition to discussing why this tragicomedy cult classic resonates with queer viewers, our hosts delve into the undeniable icon status of Toni Collette. Joining the conversation is THE BINGE MOVIE PODCAST’s Jason LeRoy, who shares how seeing this film at a young age forged a life-long deep connection. Then, drag superstar Mary Vice stop...
If Jason still haunts you…you’re not alone! This week, Peaches and Michael are feeling “reckless” in celebration of 1985’s FRIDAY THE 13TH: A NEW BEGINNING! In addition to celebrating the 40th anniversary of this hotly debated 5th franchise entry, our hosts dig into how the saga of Tommy Jarvis almost took Jason Voorhees’ legacy into a totally different direction! Joining the conversation is Ultra Violent Magazine’s Art Ettinger, who details how discovering this classic sequel at a young age ...
Is she woman…or animal? This week, Peaches and Michael are faced with a taboo-breaking femme fatale in celebration of 1968’s VIXEN! In addition to discussing how this transgressive slice of cinema fits into Russ Meyer’s overall oeuvre, our hosts delve into its pointed commentary of Vietnam War-era politics. Joining the conversation is Severin Films’ David Gregory, who talks about the journey of bringing Meyer’s catalog back from the ether and delivering it unto the people. Then, Vixen h...
Lonely hearts beware! This week, Peaches and Michael are putting romance on notice in celebration of 1970’s THE HONEYMOON KILLERS! In addition to discussing how this venerated classic goes beyond the confines of a standard true crime adaptation, our hosts delve into the cult power of the singular sensation that is Shirley Stoler. Joining the conversation is host/film programmer extraordinaire Beth Accomando, who considers this take on Martha and Raymond one of cinema’s great love stories. The...
…you won’t be coming home! This week, Peaches and Michael are hiding their curling irons in celebration of 1983’s SLEEPAWAY CAMP! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s constant cultural reassessment, our hosts delve into why this legendary gorefest also became a benchmark moment in queer cinema. Joining the conversation are THIS ENDS AT PROM’s dynamic wifely duo BJ and Harmony Colangelo, who recently wrote a whole book digging into the trials, tribulations, and joys of this controvers...
The story of a woman possessed! This week, Peaches and Michael are raising some hell on behalf of 1974’s ABBY! In addition to discussing how this burgeoning cult classic was almost lost due to studio suppression, our hosts delve into how it fundamentally breaks the Judeo-Christian mold of exorcism cinema. Joining the conversation is acclaimed writer and host Sharai Bohannon, who has made it her mission to make sure this film and its heroine finally get their day in the sun. Then, HORROR MOVIE...
…and weird on top! This week, Peaches and Michael take a fever dream of a road trip in celebration of 1990’s WILD AT HEART! In addition to paying homage to the legacy of David Lynch, our hosts delve into the film’s unapologetic commitment to horniness. Joining the conversation is best-selling author Mallory O’Meara, who continues to be inspired by the ongoing exploits of Sailor and Lula. Then, celebrity chef Kat Turner stops by to discuss this unconventional love story, as well as her own rem...
A rock & roll fable! This week, Peaches and Michael are ruled by the music in celebration of 1984’s STREETS OF FIRE! In addition to discussing this deliciously dystopian vision of a 50’s style future, our hosts delve into the unmitigated power of filmmaker Walter Hill for curating a cult vibe. Joining the conversation is multi-faceted artist extraordinaire Ric Ray, whose love of this movie runs so deep, he even occasionally styles himself in its image. Then, fashion icon and costume desig...
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