Best Max Creek Podcasts (2024)

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Max Creek: Live on August 7, 1993 1:00:03

18d ago1:00:03

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In episode 54 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson reviews Max Creek's performance on August 7, 1993, at the Horizontal Boogie Bar in Rochester, New York. This Max Creek show is available to download or stream here: https://archive.org/details/mc1993-08-07.SBD.DAT.flac16 If you have feedback or suggestions for future episodes, send a message via the c…

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Maxxxine, Tarot, Insidious Chapter 2, Cursed Waters, and Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person 45:56

5h ago45:56

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Podcast 295 This week, we’ve got four new films, “Maxxxine,” “Tarot,” and “Cursed Waters: Creature of Lake Okanagan,” and the very weird “Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person,” all just recently released. We’ll go back a few years and watch “Insidious 2: Chapter 2” from 2013 as we work toward completing that series. We’ve also got fo…

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JCHRIS 16:06

2h ago16:06

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In this episode we chat with Latin music artist JChris, who will be performing live for the first time at the Alive @ Five. We discuss the vibrant, multicultural influences in JChris's music, including Brazilian, Caribbean, and Mexican sounds, and what to expect from his energetic performance this Thursday. With a mix of Latin covers, original song…

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Humane, Lore, Midnight Meat Train, Lord of Illusions, and Rawhead Rex 53:51

2h ago53:51

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Podcast Episode 294 This week, we’ve got two new films, “Lore” and also “Humane,” both from 2024. Going back a few years, we cover a trio of books based on Clive Barker stories, “Midnight Meat Train” (2008), “Lord of Illusions” (1995), and “Rawhead Rex” from 1986. Then, instead of a single short film, we’ll watch FOUR of them! Get all our reviews o…

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DAISY ROAD 20:22

1d ago20:22

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In this episode we welcome Daisy Road, a dynamic band blending classic rock, funk, soul, and a touch of 70s disco. The band members share their diverse musical influences and the story of how they formed. We discuss their excitement for their upcoming performance at Alive @ Five on August 15th, promising a lively and eclectic set. Don't miss this c…

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A Quiet Place Day One, In a Violent Nature, Eden Lake, 1408, Ganymede + EXTRA Shorts 52:04

5d ago52:04

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Podcast Episode 293 This week, we’ve got two new films, “A Quiet Place: Day One” and also “In a Violent Nature,” both from 2024. Going back a ways, we cover the haunted hotel in “1408” from 2007, and get all beat out of shape at “Eden Lake” from 2008. Lastly, we’ll watch a new LGBT Indie film, “Ganymede” also from 2024. Good stuff! Then, instead of…

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DAN MCGUIRE GROUP 18:37

8d ago18:37

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In this episode we welcome The Dan McGuire Group to share their experiences and excitement for this upcoming event. As seasoned veterans of Alive @ Five, the band reflects on their past performances, including memorable moments and weather challenges. They discuss their wide-ranging musical influences and the unique setlist they have prepared for t…

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The Complexities of a Year-Round, Truly Full-Diet, CSA with Mark & Kristen Kimball of Essex Farm 1:04:30

8d ago1:04:30

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Mark and Kristen Kimball of Essex Farm in Essex, New York, have farmed for over 20 years together. Mark and Kristen are known for their year-round, free-choice, whole-diet CSA model on 130 acres, with 22 acres and vegetables and access to 1,100 acres per grazing, haymaking, and sugaring, producing everything from veggies, fruit, grains, meat, dairy…

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Winnie the Pooh 2, Out of Darkness, Wolf Creek 2, The Wicker Tree, and Killer Klowns from Outer Space + FIVE Shorts 58:23

19d ago58:23

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Podcast Episode 292 We’ve got an eclectic collection of weirdness for you this week: The much-improved sequel to last year’s “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” is out, as is a very nice caveman horror film, “Out of Darkness” from last year. “Wolf Creek 2” (2013) continues our fun with Mick from Down Under, and “The Wicker Tree” (2011) shows us how …

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ASA & FRIENDS 22:24

15d ago22:24

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On this episode we welcome ASA & Friends (DJ Bosby & Slash) for a lively discussion about the upcoming Alive @ Five event at Carroll Creek Amphitheatre. They share their excitement for the live hip-hop performance with a full band, discuss the evolving music scene in Frederick, and reflect on the importance of never allowing ANYONE to take your dre…

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A Small-Farm Powerhouse Thriving on One Acre, Sarah Patterson of Red Acre Farm 1:16:36

15d ago1:16:36

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Farmer Sarah Patterson of Red Acre Farm in Cedar City, Utah, was just 14 years old when she started her first CSA on her parents' land after they moved to Utah from LA. Now, 15 years later, she has built Red Acre Farm into a thriving one-acre certified organic farm with a year-round, full-diet CSA, farm stand, farm kitchen, AND farm stay, along wit…

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Arcadian, New Life, Furiosa, Cold Blows the Wind, Psycho Circus, and Child’s Play 3 47:37

18d ago47:37

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Podcast Episode 291 It’s time to catch up on some newer releases. We’ll take a look at 2024’s “Arcadian,” “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” “Cold Blows the Wind,” and “New Life.” For our oldies, we’ll look at 1966’s “Psycho Circus” and 1991’s “Child’s Play 3.” They’re mostly decent, but we had some nits to pick with each of them. Check out all our books w…

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OVERSOON (Live In-Studio) 23:32

22d ago23:32

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On this episode of Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five, we're thrilled to feature the band Oversoon. Get ready for an exclusive acoustic performance and a sneak peek of their brand-new song, "Sorry Soul," before its live debut at Carroll Creek Amphitheatre in downtown Frederick. The band shares insights into their music, their creative process during th…

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A Robust, Nimble, Mission-Driven, Two-Acre Farm with Kate Woods of Beetlebung Farm 1:04:22

22d ago1:04:22

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Kate Woods, farm manager of Beetlebung Farm in Chilmark, Massachusetts, along with her partner Nick, are the co-managers of a two-acre regenerative and primarily no-till farm on the island of Martha's Vineyard. Before its current iteration, the land had a rich history in agriculture, something of which that has been important to carry on for the is…

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Sharktopus, Sharkula, Sharkenstein, Sharktopus vs Pteracuda, Sharktopus vs Whalewolf, and Shark Side of the Moon 1:03:42

25d ago1:03:42

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Podcast Episode 290 It’s been three years since we did our last “Shark Week,” and we thought it was high tide to do another. But this time with a twist– they’re all horror comedies. We’ll start off with “Sharktopus,” a terrible, terrible film that was good enough to spawn two sequels, “Sharktopus vs Pteracuda” and “Sharktopus vs Whalewolf,” which a…

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RYAN WATKINS GROUP 16:17

29d ago16:17

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In this episode we welcome Ryan Watkins, leader of the Ryan Watkins Group, on location at the beach during vacation=). We discuss Ryan's diverse musical background, his band's unique blend of jazz and pop, and their upcoming debut performance at Alive @ Five. Ryan shares insights into the band's origins from Towson University's jazz program and hig…

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The Art of Kaizen + Holistic Management on a Growing, Year-Round Vegetable Farm with Max & Katie of Winter Kissed Farm 1:12:34

29d ago1:12:34

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As their farm name suggests, Montana farmers Max Smith and Katie Madden of Winter Kissed Farm focus on growing vegetable crops year-round, especially during the winter seasons. On 15 acres and at 3,500 feet in elevation, they use multiple high-tunnels and caterpillar-tunnels to grow crops and sell them through a CSA, an online store, and to some ar…

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Wait Until Dark, The Entity, Space Amoeba, Dark Places, Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, and The Torture Chamber of Dr. Sadism 47:12

1M ago47:12

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Podcast Episode 289 We’ve got a mixed bag this week; some really good films and some awful stinkers. That’s OK; we watch them so you don’t have to. We’ll start off with the classic “Wait Until Dark” from 1967. then move on to the scary “The Entity” from 1982. We’ll take a fun break with “Space Amoeba” from 1970 and watch a short film as well. We’ll…

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MAX MUSCATO 17:11

2M ago17:11

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Today, we chat with the talented Max Muscato, who shares insights into his music, including his emotionally charged songs inspired by personal experiences and his autistic brother. Max discusses his dynamic performances and upcoming shows, including his first Alive @ Five appearance this Thursday, July 11th, at Carroll Creek Amphitheatre. Tune in f…

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An Inspiring Veteran Farmer on Self, Family, & Community Care with Elizabeth Keen of Indian Line Farm 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

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Elizabeth Keen of Indian Line Farm in Western Massachusetts, has been farming for 27 years and began her farm with her husband on land that was the birthplace of the CSA model popularized by Robyn Van En in 1986. Stewarding this important property, Elizabeth started her CSA with 12 member shares in 1997, which has since grown to 250 members, plus s…

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I Saw the TV Glow, Saw X, Jigsaw, Spiral, The Invisible Ghost, and Black Sunday. 51:31

1M ago51:31

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Podcast Episode 288 Note: We're traveling this week, and the sound quality is little more "echo-y" than usual. We'll probably be back to our normal studio setup next week. Sorry! We’ll start out this week watching the recent “I Saw the TV Glow” from 2024. We liked it but admit that we probably didn’t fully understand all of it. Then we’ll get caugh…

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Beginning a New Farm with Intentionality w/ Ellie & Dan of Small Holding Farm 1:04:06

1M ago1:04:06

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Ellie Goldstein and Dan Bryant of Small Holding Farm in Morganton, North Carolina, were recommended by a fan of the show as young, new, year-round farmers. Ellie and Dan started their farm in 2020 during the early months of the pandemic. Ellie has a background in psychology and works part-time in the mental health field and Dan is a certified arbor…

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Duel, Rubber, and All the Mad Max Films 1:14:04

2M ago1:14:04

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Podcast Episode 287 It’s Road Kill Week here with the Horror Guys. The rubber hits the road with “Mad Max” from 1979, “Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior” from 1981, and “Max Max: Beyond Thunderdome” from 1985. We wait about thirty years for the next installment, “Mad Max: Fury Road” from 2015. Then we’ll go back and see the movie that influenced the whol…

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LA UNICA 18:37

2M ago18:37

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On this episode we feature La Unica, the unique Latin-Irish fusion band set to perform at Alive @ Five this Thursday June 27th 2024. We chat with band members Corey, Gonzo, and Matt about their energetic performances, spontaneous setlists, and the vibrant atmosphere at Carroll Creek. With a mix of Celtic and salsa vibes, La Unica promises a lively …

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Year-round Growing on an Island with Aidan Feeney of Fog Town Farm on Nantucket Island 1:11:03

2M ago1:11:03

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Aidan Feeney of Fog Town Farm is located on Nantucket Island, 30 miles off of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Growing up on Nantucket as an outdoor enthusiast and working in landscaping and doing tree work during high school, Aidan became inspired to learn about agriculture and spent time in New York and in Vermont in college working on farms. In 2019, he…

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They/Them, Immaculate, My Animal, The Retreat, Good Boy, and Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare 40:47

2M ago40:47

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Podcast Episode 286 We’ve got a neat mix of things this week, starting with “They/Them” from last year and “Immaculate” from last month. We’ll check in on a young werewolf in “My Animal” from 2023 and then run to the country for 2021’s “The Retreat.” We’ll meet an unusual pet in “Good Boy” and then watch Freddy die again in “Freddy’s Dead: The Fina…

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KAREN JONAS 24:16

2M ago24:16

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On this week’s episode we speak with artist Karen Jonas, who will be performing at the upcoming Alive @ Five. Hosted by Steve Bell, this episode delves into Karen's musical journey, her creative process, and her latest album. Get a sneak peek into what makes her live shows so captivating, featuring a mix of new tracks, fan favorites, and unique cov…

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Nearly 20 Years of Four Season Farming Done Well with Nate & Gabrielle of Six River Farm 1:26:23

2M ago1:26:23

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Nate & Gabrielle of Six River Farm are located just north of Portland, ME. As early apprentices of Paul and Sandy Arnold of Pleasant Valley Farm—also former guests on the show—Nate and Gabrielle are now in their 18th! year of farming. Starting Six River Farm in 2007, on 2.5 acres of leased land, AND utilizing a collective farm model with four farms…

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The Moor, Arena Wars, Realm of Shadows, The Perfection, The Devil’s Path, and Destroy All Monsters 45:44

2M ago45:44

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Podcast Episode 285 This week, we’ll start with three brand-new films, all of which we liked. 2024 has brought us “The Moor,” “Arena Wars,” and “Realm of Shadows.” Next we’ll watch a couple of fun films we missed in 2018, “The Perfection” and “The Devil’s Path.” Finally, we’ll head back to Japan with 1968’s “Destroy All Monsters.” Check out all our…

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PEBBLE TO PEARL 25:49

2M ago25:49

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In this episode of Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five, Pebble to Pearl is in the building! The band shares their spontaneous approach to making music, the joy of performing live, and their unique sound blending R&B, funk, and rock. Get to know the band members, their musical journey, and their excitement for Thursday's Alive @ Five performance at Carro…

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Blooms During the Coldest and Darkest Months of the Year with Emily of Von Trapp Flowers & Linda of Little Farmhouse Flowers 1:10:44

2M ago1:10:44

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Today, I have TWO guests, Emily Von-Trapp of Von Trapp Flowers in VT and Linda D’arco of Little Farmhouse Flowers in NY. Emily and Linda each operate their own cut flower businesses with a focus on wholesale and winter flower bulb forcing AND they collaborate to teach flower farmers how to bring beautiful flowers to bloom during the coldest and dar…

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Sting, The First Omen, Insane Like Me, Titane, Cthulhu, and Jesus Shows You The Way to the Highway 54:58

3M ago54:58

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Podcast Episode 284 This week, we’ll start with three brand-new films, all of which we liked. 2024 has brought us “Sting,” “The First Omen,” and “Insane Like Me.” Then we’ll talk about a really weird one, “Titane” from 2024. For our bonus movies, we’ll look at “Cthulhu” (2008) and “Jesus Shows You The Way to the Highway” (2019). Check out all our b…

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ZACHARY SMITH & THE MARDI GRAS KINGS 18:38

3M ago18:38

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On this episode we connect with Zachary Smith of the Mardi Gras Kings for an engaging phone interview. They discuss the band's history, including their name change from Dixie Power Trio to avoid controversy and better represent their New Orleans-inspired music. Zachary shares insights into the band's evolution, the members' musical journey, and the…

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Building a Year-Round, Family-Focused Farm in the South with Ray Tyler of Rose Creek Farms 1:11:33

3M ago1:11:33

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Over the last 14 years, Ray Tyler of Rose Creek Farms has been passionate about developing growing systems to successfully grow and sell certified organic produce fifty-two weeks a year in western Tennessee. Along with his wife Ashley and six homeschooled children, he is committed to creating a family-focused farm that allows for a sustainable and …

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Abigail, Pandemonium, Infested, and The Deathhead Virgin 35:30

2M ago35:30

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Episode 283 This week, we’ll start with three brand-new films, all of which we liked. 2024 has brought us “Abigail,” “Pandemonium,” and “Infested.” Then we’ll talk about a fairly obscure oldie, “The Deathhead Virgin” from 1974. The weekly newsletter this time around has two more: “Vertigo” (1958) “Frankenstein vs. Baragon” (1965) aka “Frankenstein …

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Bill Hoy talks about Max Creek 46:50

3M ago46:50

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In episode 53 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson talks with Bill Hoy about his appreciation of Max Creek and his experiences taping the band over the years. Bill also talks about the incredible community that supports Max Creek, the rewards of recording live music and the importance of preserving the band's legacy. This episode features the followin…

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THE PLAYERS BAND 21:38

3M ago21:38

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In this episode of Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five, we chat with Andy Schneider from The Players Band, who are set to perform at Carroll Creek Amphitheater this Thursday. Andy shares the band's long history with Alive @ Five, their 25-year journey, and their signature blend of reggae and ska. He discusses the band's dynamic 10-member lineup, their u…

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Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Imaginary, Knife+Heart, Open 24 Hours 34:51

3M ago34:51

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Episode 282 This week, we’ll start with the brand-new, kaiju-sized “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” (2024) and then look at a smaller scale problem, “Imaginary” (2024). We’ll watch a short film, then take a look at some filmmakers getting murdered in “Knife+Heart” (2018). Finally, we’ll spend the night in a convenience store with “Open 24 Hours” (…

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QUANTUM LEAP 21:46

3M ago21:46

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Join us for an exclusive episode of Backstage Pass to Alive at 5, where we chat with Mark Wilner, band leader of Quantum Leap. Get an insider's look at their journey, from humble beginnings in the 80s music scene to rocking Frederick's Alive @ Five event. Mark shares fascinating stories from his time at Washington Talent Agency and his passion for …

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Mothra, Mothra vs. Godzilla, Ghidorah the Three-Headed Monster, and Invasion of Astro-Monster 49:45

3M ago49:45

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Episode 281 It’s Toho week! After last week’s look at Godzilla Minus One, we realized that we’ve been lax in our old-Godzilla coverage. So this week, we’ll continue that series with six movies from that period, in order! We’ll start with the original “Mothra” from 1961, move on to “Mothra vs. Godzilla” from 1964, team up in the all-out battle again…

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FEEHAN BROTHERS LIVE IN-STUDIO 19:09

3M ago19:09

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This weeks episode is a true "Backstage Pass" to the music as we welcome the Feehan Brothers. They are in studio for a live acoustic performance you can only hear on this show. One of the songs you will hear is extra special as Backstage Pass is the very first recorded acoustic version of the song. Along with great acoustic music we will take a clo…

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Godzilla Minus One, Stopmotion, Ghosts of War, and Lowlifes 44:55

3M ago44:55

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Episode 280 We’ve got some really fun ones this week. We’ll start with the Academy Award-winning “Godzilla Minus One” from 2023, then look at the very weird “Stopmotion” of 2024. We’ll take a comic break for the new issue of “Hemlock Ave” and then take a look at 2020’s “Ghosts of War.” Lastly, we’ll subvert some expectations with “Lowlifes,”also fr…

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24K EVENT BAND 27:14

4M ago27:14

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Join us for the first episode of the 2024 season of Backstage Pass to Alive @ Five. This week we sit down with Jill Parsons from the 24K Event Band. We discuss the upcoming 2024 lineup of Alive @ Five, presented by Downtown Frederick Partnership and Darcars Toyota of Frederick. Jill shares insights into the band's backround, their approch to client…

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American Mary, Dr. Giggles, The Dentist, and The Island of Dr. Moreau 56:47

4M ago56:47

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Episode 279 How are you feeling? It could be time to visit a caring health professional, and we’ve picked out a few that we’d be happy to prescribe! We’ll start out with the hilarious “Dr. Giggles” from 1992 and “The Dentist” from 1996. We’ll watch a short about a girl who needs a dermatologist, and then we’ll do some body mods with “American Mary”…

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Late Night with the Devil, Being, Secret Window, and The Land Unknown 42:26

4M ago42:26

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Episode 278 We’ve got a good mix of old and new for you once again. We’ll open with the new “Late Night with the Devil” (2024) and then look out a “Secret Window” (2004) with Johnny Depp. After we take a break for our short film of the week, “Dysmorphia,” we’ll move on to 1957’s “The Land Unknown” and 2019’s “Being.” The weekly newsletter this time…

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Baghead, The Coffee Table, When a Stranger Calls, and Hamlet (1948 vs 2024) 57:56

4M ago57:56

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Episode 277 We’ve got a good mix of old and new for you this week! We’ll start off with the fun monster-in-the-basement flick, “Baghead” from 2023. Next, we’ll take a look at the amazing “The Coffee Table” which just dropped. We’ll check on the babysitter in the classic “When a Stranger Calls” from way back in ‘79. Lastly, we’ll watch two versions …

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The mystery behind Silver Jack and Max Creek 36:47

4M ago36:47

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In episode 52 of Hooked on Creek, Korre Johnson explores the meaning of Silver Jack in three songs by Max Creek and shares his thoughts on what the character represents. Silver Jack is an enigmatic character that appears in the song lyrics of Silver Jack, You Don’t Know and Dream. When a person, like Silver Jack, is used as a metaphor in song lyric…

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Saw 3D, Dark Shadows, Dead Sea, and Cold Creek Manor 1:02:26

4M ago1:02:26

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Episode 276 It must be Springâ€“ there’s no new horror this week. Instead, we’ll take a look at some more oldies. We’ll start with the seventh Saw movie, “Saw 3D: The Final Chapter.” It wasn’t in 3D for us, and it wasn’t the final chapter, but that’s the way things go sometimes. We’ll stop in on Johnny Depp and Tim Burton with 2012’s “Dark Shadows”…

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Wolves, Angel Heart, Nightmare On Elm Street 5, The Castle of the Living Dead 47:10

4M ago47:10

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Episode 275 We’ve got a mostly-random selection of fun this week. We’ll watch the chosen-one werewolf story “Wolves” from 2014, then go back and watch the classic “Angel Heart” from 1987. We’ll advance through another Freddy movie with “A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child” from 1989. FInally, we’ll catch Christopher Lee in 1964’s “The Castle…

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Easter Bloody Easter, Cute Little Buggers, Night of the Lepus, and Beaster Day 45:37

5M ago45:37

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Episode 274 Why NOT have an Easter horror week? There’s nothing scarier than bunnies anyway, right? This week, we’ll take a look at the just-released “Easter Bloody Easter.” Then we’ll watch some more rabbit-terror with “Cute Little Buggers” and “Beaster Day: Here Comes Peter Cottonhell.” Yeah, really. Lastly, we’ll watch an oldie, 1972’s “Night of…

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