Best 80smovies Podcasts (2024)

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Mr. Mom (1983) 57:10

5h ago57:10

57:10

Dive into the hilarious world of role reversal with Mr. Mom (1983) in this episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell unpack this classic comedy starring Michael Keaton and Teri Garr, exploring its impact, humor, and relevance in today's world. Discover how Mr. Mom captures the essence of 1980s family d…

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Sorority House Massacre (1986) with The Mates of Hell 1:11:30

4d ago1:11:30

1:11:30

What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by my Mates of Hell buddies Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson to discuss the 1986 slasher SORORITY HOUSE MASSACRE. The three of us have covered so many Fulci movies over on Patreon that sometimes it's nice to let them out of their cages for a palete cleanser. Expect microphone-distorting laughter, close to the bone…

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Cutting Class (1989) with William Hanson 59:45

10d ago59:45

59:45

What's up, Rotters! For episode 3 of Vicious Varsity I'm joined by William Hanson - the UK's leading etiquette coach, best selling author and co-host of the enormously popular podcast "Help I Sexted My Boss" We discuss the 1989 Brad Pitt lead slasher - Cutting Class. With its clumsy exposition and noble attemps at satire, this late 80s Trashterpiec…

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Real Genius (1985) 46:21

14d ago46:21

46:21

When 80s Comedy Meets Sci-Fi Brilliance Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell as they dive into the quirky world of Real Genius, the 1985 sci-fi comedy that proves even geniuses know how to party. This episode of "The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast" explores how director Martha Coolidge blended teenage hijinks with cutting-edge science for…

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Killer Party (1986) with Mike Muncer & Becky Darke 1:03:31

17d ago1:03:31

1:03:31

What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of Vicious Varsity, I'm joined by Becky Darke and Mike Muncer aka the Dream Warriors to discuss the truly unhinged and joyous KILLER PARTY (1986) This Canadian sorority slasher has hidden low on the radar for decades but we decided it's time for it to show itself! With its indecipherable timeline and hilar…

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Slaughter High (1986) with Michael Varrati 57:01

27d ago57:01

57:01

What's up, Rotters. We're back. And class is in session. For the first epsiode of Season 5 - Vicious Varsity, I'm joined once again by the incredible multi-hyphenate Michael Varrati In this lesson, we discuss the 1986 prank-gone-wrong slasher SLAUGHTER HIGH 🃏 Sharpen your pencil, tuck in your shirt and get ready to pledge! ______🧠______ www.Stevies…

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Splash (1984) 1:03:38

1M ago1:03:38

1:03:38

Dive into the enchanting world of mermaids and romance with "The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast" as hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell make a splash discussing the 1984 hit film Splash. This delightful romantic comedy starring Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah captures the magic of first love and the fish-out-of-water story that charmed audiences n…

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Beaches (1988) 42:51

4M ago42:51

42:51

This week, Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell take listeners on a nostalgic journey back to 1988 with their in-depth discussion of the iconic film "Beaches." This beloved classic, starring Bette Midler and Barbara Hershey, explores the enduring bond between two vastly different women, the flamboyant Cece and the reserved Hillary, as they navigate the…

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BONUS: Curtains (1983) with Dream Warriors / Season 5 Announcement 45:21

4M ago45:21

45:21

What's up, Rotters! Today we're dropping a bonus episode from the Patreon vault in which Dream Warriors (Becky Darke and Mike Muncer) discuss the 1982 Canadian slasher CURTAINS. Recorded December 2022. This episode is to also announce SEASON 5 of Brain Rot! Coming this summer, the new season will have a theme... For 12 episodes, the series will be …

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Ghostbusters (1984) 1:07:47

5M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

In the latest episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell, along with special guest Matthew Fox from The Ethical Panda, delve into the iconic 1984 supernatural comedy, "Ghostbusters." This episode is a treasure trove for fans and newcomers alike, offering a nostalgic look at why "Ghostbusters" continues …

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UHF (1989) 56:10

6M ago56:10

56:10

In this uproarious episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell team up with special guest Jared Washburn to revisit the 1989 cult classic "UHF," starring the incomparable Weird Al Yankovic. Prepare for a nostalgic journey filled with laughter as they delve into this delightfully bizarre comedy that has b…

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The New York Ripper (1982) with The Mates of Hell 1:11:44

8M ago1:11:44

1:11:44

What's up, Rotters! To commemorate Donald Trump's financial fraud case, I'm dropping a bonus Mates of Hell episode from the Patreon vault - The New York Ripper (1982) One ripped off New York, one rips through New York. Tenuous, but made it work. If you haven't seen the movie, trigger warnings for discussion of SA For all back-catalogue Mates of Hel…

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Field of Dreams (1989) 58:33

8M ago58:33

58:33

Welcome back baseball fans and 80s movie buffs! In this week's episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast, hosts Krissy and Nathan discuss the 1989 fantasy film Field of Dreams with fellow podcaster and filmmaker, Tommy Metz III. This nostalgic baseball movie stars Kevin Costner as Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella, who hears a mysterious voice tellin…

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Footloose (1984) 51:27

9M ago51:27

51:27

Welcome to another tubular episode of The Most Excellent 80s Movies Podcast! Hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell cut footloose with the 1984 musical drama that made everyone want to dance. In this episode, Krissy and Nathan discuss the culture clash between Ren, a city kid played by Kevin Bacon, and the conservative Utah town he moves to that ha…

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Ice Pirates (1984) 1:02:52

9M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

It's the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian slowly trudge through the frozen hedge maze of the 80s movies we think we love or might have missed. Join improv comedian Krissy Lenz (The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, The Cool Time Dice Hour), and filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, The Last Movie Ever Made), with guests Sean Oliver and Dr…

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Scrooged (1988) 48:52

10M ago48:52

48:52

Cue the holiday spirit because Krissy and Nathan are putting on their Santa hats to rewatch the 1988 slapstick comedy Scrooged, starring good ol' Bill Murray as a meanie-bo-beanie executive in need of some Christmas magic. Will the Ghost of Christmas Past take back their nostalgia goggles by the final bell? DING DING! Let's find out! ★ Turns out Bi…

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Jack Frost 2 (2000) with The Mates of Hell 47:04

10M ago47:04

47:04

Merry Christmas, Rotters! For the final episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' and FINAL episode of Season 4 of Brain Rot - The Mates of Hell reconvene to finish what we started. In our 4th and final (for now) YouTube episode, we let the Brain Rot patreon subscribers choose the movie.... and they did us dirty 😂 Today we discuss Jack Frost …

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Elves (1989) with The Mates of Hell 46:31

10M ago46:31

46:31

What's up, Rotters! Our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' continues as me and the boys (Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson) sit down to chat about the awkwardly inbred-nazi themed ELVES (1989) To get the full visual experience (including my stunning elf costume), head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot For everything else : www.SteviesBra…

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The Gingerdead Man (2005) with The Mates of Hell 48:28

10M ago48:28

48:28

What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' we're tackling Charles Band's 2005 Trashterpiece - The Gingerdead Man. For extra viewing pleasure, head over to our Youtube channel to watch the epsidoe in all it's festive glory YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot SteviesBrainRot.com…

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Dead Poets Society (1989) 1:00:10

10M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Join improv comedian Krissy Lenz (The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, The Cool Time Dice Hour), and filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, The Last Movie Ever Made), and special guest Megan Hughes Rini (The Last Movie Ever Made) take a magical journey back to Welton Academy circa 1959. It's a prep school where free-thinking and self-expression a…

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Rats: Night of Terror (1984) with George Rainsford 41:15

10M ago41:15

41:15

What's up, RAtters! 🐀 This week, actor George Rainsford returns to discuss the Italian post-apocalyptic creature feature - RATS: NIGHT OF TERROR from Bruno Mattei 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' continues next week as we discuss Charles Band's The Gingerdead Man (2005). The video episode will be dropping on YouTube on Monday and the audio vers…

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Jack Frost (1997) with The Mates of Hell 54:23

10M ago54:23

54:23

What's up, Rotters! Welcome to the first episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas'. This episode is out first EVER YouTube ep. If you'd like to watch it (rather than just listen to it) just head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot and click subscribe. We have a very exciting line-up of video episodes, so don't miss out. In this first discussion, …

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Lone Wolf (1988) with Chandra Ruegg 1:04:11

10M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

What's up, Rotters! This week, casting associate Chandra Ruegg returns to discuss the 1988 VHS rarity - LONE WOLF As most of you are aware, I'm NOT a fan of werewolf movies, but it would be unfair for me to not include ANY on the show. And so, I gave it a go 🐺 And it was..... it was.... well, press play and find out! www.SteviesBrainRot.com…

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Lethal Weapon (1987) 53:21

11M ago53:21

53:21

Get ready to saddle up for some wildly excellent 80s action with The Most Excellent 80s Movies podcast's tubular recap of Lethal Weapon! Our radical hosts Krissy, Nathan, and special guest Andy Andy Nelson gnaw their way through this primo slice of buddy-cop nostalgia. It's 1987 and extreme odd couple, detectives Riggs and Murtaugh, are trading qui…

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The Running Man (1987) 52:53

11M ago52:53

52:53

You gotta check out this rad episode where Krissy and Nathan are reviewing the classic Arnold Schwarzenegger sci-fi action flick – The Running Man. It's totally tubular and will have you stoked! They start with a brief lowdown of the 1987 dystopian film set in a totalitarian future where convicted criminals are forced to compete on a deadly game sh…

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Contamination (1980) with Rob Watts 1:12:26

11M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

What's up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by buddy and host of KVIKMYNDAPOD (linktree below) ROB WATTS. We discuss the Italian Alien rip-off CONTAMINATION (1980) Tuneful eggs, a south American caper and exploding torsos? Yes please. Check out Rob's Podcast here https://linktr.ee/kvikmyndapod For all Brain Rot links including Patreon and Merch Store:…

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Rocktober Blood (1984) with Tori Allen-Martin 55:22

11M ago55:22

55:22

What's up, Rotters! Here's our slightly delayed HALLOWEEN episode in which Tori Allen-Martin returns to discuss the 1984 slasher ROCKTOBER BLOOD Next week, we will be moving our new episodes to Thursdays for the rest of the series before we kick off our 'A Mates Of Hell Xmas' season. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com…

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Who Framed Roger Rabbit? (1988) 1:06:45

12M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

Join hosts Krissy Lenz and Nathan Blackwell and special guest Nate McWhortor (Gank that Drank: A Supernatural Drinking Game Podcast) as they journey down the rabbit hole of 1988's groundbreaking live-action/animated smash hit Who Framed Roger Rabbit. In this fun and insightful episode, we look at: The stunning visual effects that seamlessly blended…

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Blades (1989) with Emily Head 1:02:24

12M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

What's up, Rotters! This week, Emily Head returns to discuss the 1989 TROMA movie about a killer lawnmower (yes, seriously) BLADES. Golf, Blood, Blades and Mud? Count me in. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com

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Beetlejuice (1988) 43:01

12M ago43:01

43:01

It's the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian enthusiastically haunt of the 80s movies we think we love or might have missed. This is Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, a movie selection from 1988. Join improv comedian Krissy Lenz (The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, The Cool Time Dice Hour), and filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, Th…

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Cat's Eye (1985) with Michael Varrati 58:15

12M ago58:15

58:15

What's Up, Rotters! This week, the most excellent Michael Varrati returns to Brain Rot to discuss the 1985 Stephen King anthology movie - CAT'S EYE Which is your favourite out of Quitters Inc,The Ledge and General? Let us know by finding us on the socials here: www.SteviesBrainRot.com

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Phantasm (1979) with Zoran Gvojic 1:07:07

1y ago1:07:07

1:07:07

What's up, Rotters! Our mid-season break is over and we're ready to kick off SPOOOOOKY SEASON 🎃 For starters, Zoran Gvojic returns to Brain Rot to begin our franschise retrospective of Don Coscarelli's PHANTASM series. Later this month, we will continue by discussing Phantasm II (1988) over on Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.co…

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The Shining (1980) 50:36

1y ago50:36

50:36

It's the podcast where a filmmaker and a comedian slowly trudge through the frozen hedge maze of the 80s movies we think we love or might have missed. This is The Shining, a movie selection from 1980. Join improv comedian Krissy Lenz (The Neighborhood Comedy Theatre, The Cool Time Dice Hour), and filmmaker Nathan Blackwell (Voyage Trekkers, The Las…

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