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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)

Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)

Neon Brainiacs

Neon Brainiacs is a retro horror movie podcast with hosts and independent filmmakers Ben and Lance (and former co-host Gregg). Your heroes break down the movie's plot, remember the good times, and get lost in plenty of humorous diversions. From fan-favorite films to obscure deep cuts of the '70s, '80, '90s, and 2000s, no stone is left unturned regarding retro horror movies.
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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 343 - Disturbing Behavior (1998)

343 - Disturbing Behavior (1998)

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04/03/24 • 123 min

Crack open a bottle of Orbitz, maniacs, because April is 90s Month yet again! We're starting with 1998's Disturbing Behavior, starring James Marsden and Katie Holmes. Tune in to this totally razor episode where we discuss the flick and other topics such as the invented slang for this movie, David Duchovny's mnemonic devices, and Coal Chamber music videos.

Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! This month we're covering the 90s on the bonus episode as well, where we go back for another round of the Back In The Day Blitz, discussing 90s sitcoms and the decade's works of Kevin Smith. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

Want more high school horrors? Check out our previous episodes on The Blob (episode 29), Christine (episode 37), Prom Night (episode 38), The Majorettes (episode 55), Society (episode 77), The New Kids (episode 87), Cutting Class (episode 89), Evilspeak (episode 246) and The Faculty (episode 284).

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 375 - Planet Terror (2007)

375 - Planet Terror (2007)

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11/13/24 • 108 min

Humanity's last hope... rests on a high power machine gun!

GivingThanks month continues! All Patreon picks, all month! This week your hosts cover a film requested from Patron Ameila: One half of the 2007 Grindhouse double feature -- Planet Terror!

After an experimental nerve gas gets out, the population of Texas start to transform into fleshing-eating mutants! It's up to a ragtag band of well-armed townsfolk to survive the night. Will the boys make it til morning? Find out here!

Also this week: Tarantino impressions, '80s vs '90s action movies, and Ben's possible crow wedding.

All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS!

Put down that ghaddang Caramello and check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord!

"Give him the gun. Give him all the guns."

Misophonia warning: As this is a Patreon pick episode, we are continuing the "EAT" bit. If you are uncomfortable with or bothered by slight chewing sounds, you can skip to 12:00 minute mark and should be fine.

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 353 - The Funhouse (1981)

353 - The Funhouse (1981)

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06/12/24 • 86 min

Everybody have fun tonight, maniacs! We're checking back in with Tobe Hooper and talking his 1981 carnival slasher The Funhouse. Tune in as we break down this bizarre piece of early 80s ephemera and discuss other topics such as the Dorf universe, our own Kennywood memories, and a classic duck joke.

Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! This month we busted out a fifth edition of the Back In The Day Blitz, where we discuss the intersection of news and pop culture in the 90s as well as Sunday afternoon movies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

Want more discussions on the work of Tobe Hooper? Check out our previous episodes on The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (episode 99), Lifeforce (episode 228), The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (episode 265), Poltergeist (episode 277), and Invaders From Mars (episode 290).

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 371 - Ginger Snaps (2000)

371 - Ginger Snaps (2000)

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10/16/24 • 96 min

I know what a Lycanthrope is.

That's right! It's time to feel that special kind of early 2000s angst 'cause your hosts are covering the 2000 canadian classic GINGER SNAPS. Patrons Shane and Jordan bring us this Halloween Patreon Pick.

Something has been killing dogs in the town of Bailey Downs. When B's sister Ginger is attacked, her body starts undergoing... changes... causing a rift between the two. Is it puberty or is it a horrific, body-altering curse? It's dog-eat-dog this week, so can the boys keep up? Find out here!

Also this week: Piercings, the movie's less-impressive working title, and you DO NOT wanna live in these guys heads-- They are NOT NORMAL.

All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS!

Hey! Put down that ghaddang Caramello and check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord!

This is a patron picked episode, so in case you are wondering: YES EAT.

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 337 - American Gothic (1987)

337 - American Gothic (1987)

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02/21/24 • 77 min

Woods are woods, maniacs! This week we're taking a look at the 1987 backwoods island flick American Gothic. While we parse through the plot, we also discuss topics such as offensive shirts of the 80s, Bazooka Joe's hard gum, and Lance's tramuatic story about The Clarks.

Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! This month we counted down our top five 1990s comedies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

Want more slasher flick talk from 1987? Check out our previous episodes on Bloody New Year (episode 16), The Stepfather (episode 27), Stagefright (episode 36), Blood Harvest (episode 51), The Majorettes (episode 55), Blood Diner (episode 128), Slaughterhouse (episode 133), Slumber Party Massacre II (episode 178), and Blood Lake (episode 321).

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 382 - Saw (2004)

382 - Saw (2004)

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01/01/25 • 106 min

Every puzzle has its pieces.

Happy New Year! Get ready for BANG-UARY! All bangers, all month! To kick it off, your hosts jump in to the 2004 runaway success story SAW!

Adam and Dr. Lawrence Gordon wake up on opposite ends of a dead body. They are the latest victims of The Jigsaw killer. They must either escape ot play by his sick rules. Is it GAME OVER for the boys? Find out here!

Also this week: We go down a Burger King rabbit hole, the very American Dr. Gordon, and Big Saw Trap Pee Wee.

All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS!

Check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord!

"I want to play a game."

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 367 - Childs Play 3 (1991)

367 - Childs Play 3 (1991)

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09/18/24 • 100 min

You just can't keep a good guy down.

This week your hosts came to play with 1991's CHILD'S PLAY 3.

It's been eight years, and Chucky returns to track down Andy at his military school. Will Charles Lee Ray break everyone's favorite podcast boy toys? Find out here!

Also this week: Who was it that made light up shoes? Remember when yo-yos were cool again in the '90s? And Metallica's "Load" album cover is made of WHAT?

All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS!

Hey! Put down that ghaddang Caramello and check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord!

And remember: Don't [F-WORD HERE] with the Chuck.

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 349 - Tales From The Quadead Zone (1987)

349 - Tales From The Quadead Zone (1987)

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05/15/24 • 69 min

Time for a story, maniacs! We're in the midst of Anthology Month and this week finds us recording live at the Riverside Drive-In during their April Ghouls Monster-Rama, where we discuss the highly expensive 1987 shot-on-video anthology Tales From The Quadead Zone. We're also joined spontaneously by frequent guests during these drive-in episodes, Josh Allshouse and Jamie from Neo Trash Video. While we uncover some factoids about this deep cut, we also discuss topics such as fancy Kool-Aid pitchers, the sounds of a ghost child, and what the hell is a quadead anyway???

Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! This month we play a rousing game of Two Truth & A Lie. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

Want to hear us discuss some more shot-on-video flair? Check out our previous episodes on Hollow Gate (episode 109), Things (episode 217), Heavy Metal Massacre (episode 306), Video Violence (episode 316), and Blood Lake (episode 321).

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 44 - The Seventh Sign (1988)

44 - The Seventh Sign (1988)

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07/11/18 • 51 min

Hope you're ready for Armageddon, maniacs, because this week we're talking about the 1988 religious apocalypse flick The Seventh Sign! This Demi Moore/Michael Biehn movie is kind of lame but we managed to have some fun with it. We talk about reusable shopping bags, early adoptions of YOLO, and our hotel breakfast strategies.

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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) - 336 - Psychos In Love (1987)

336 - Psychos In Love (1987)

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02/14/24 • 91 min

Love is in the air, maniacs! To celebrate the day of lovers in loving love, we're talking about the 1987 shot-on-video horror comedy Psychos In Love. Tune in as we break down this wacky mockumentary and other topics such as Ben's lost Primus song, this movie's hatred of all things grape, and our new catchphrase.

Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! This month we counted down our top five 1990s comedies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

Want to hear us discuss more side-splitting flicks? Check out our previous episodes on Terrorvision (episode 21), Killer Klowns From Outer Space (episode 26), Return Of The Living Dead (episode 81), The Toxic Avenger (episode 84), Better Off Dead (episode 100), Sleepaway Camp II (episode 150), The Monster Squad (episode 152), The Burbs (episode 200), Blades (episode 278), Vamp (episode 292), and Summer School (episode 312).

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How many episodes does Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) have?

Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) currently has 415 episodes available.

What topics does Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) cover?

The podcast is about Giallo, Jason, 80S, Pittsburgh, Thriller, Comedy, Podcast, Podcasts, Halloween, Monsters, Tv & Film, Horror and Film Reviews.

What is the most popular episode on Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)?

The episode title '158 - Return Of The Killer Tomatoes! (1988)' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)?

The average episode length on Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) is 81 minutes.

How often are episodes of Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) released?

Episodes of Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)?

The first episode of Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast) was released on Sep 13, 2017.

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