Episode 47: The Apple

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11/30/22 • 82 min

Do the BIM! This week, Peaches and Michael discover the power of rock in celebration of 1980's THE APPLE! In addition to discussing the film's amped up musical numbers, our hosts muse over whether Eurovision had a profound impact on this cult classic's vision of the future. Joining the conversation is proud member of the Children of the Popcorn Brian Knecht, whose examination of the world presented in the movie reveals a deeply interwoven global aesthetic. Then, acclaimed filmmaker and podcast host Julia Marchese stops by to talk about her longtime love of THE APPLE's unapologetic vision of a magnificently musical tomorrow. From glam devils to actual vampires, this episode has it all! GO!

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Episode 46: Killer Klowns from Outer Space

Terror under the Big Top! This week, Peaches and Michael are spinning some cotton candy in celebration of 1988's KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE! In addition to discussing this Chiodo Brothers-helmed classic's rise from video store shelves to haunted attraction staple, our hosts delve into its undeniable impact on a whole subgenre of fright films that followed. Joining the conversation is acclaimed journalist Amanda Bartlett, whose recent SFGate article about this groundbreaking slice of cinema provided a comprehensive look into all things Killer Klown. Then, celebrated filmmaker S.H. Stewart stops by to passionately share how this movie has been with him since his humble horror beginnings. From acid pies to shadow play, this episode has it all! Go!
Check out Amanda's SFGate article on Killer Klowns here: https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/killer-klowns-movie-central-coast-17529144.php

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Episode 48: Gremlins

Do you hear what I hear? This week, Peaches and Michael are definitely eating after midnight in celebration of 1984's GREMLINS! In addition to discussing this cult classic's placement in the pantheon of holiday horror, our hosts reminisce about FEMLINS, the large scale drag parody they co-created. Joining the conversation is legendary cabaret performer and music artist Kat Robichaud, who shares how her longtime love of the film influenced her to include little green monsters in her shows. Then, event producer and haunt creator David Flower stops by to unpack the film's delicate balance between cartoonish humor and wild scares. From creepy carolers to blocked fireplaces, this episode has it all! Go!