Best Peaches Christ & Michael Varrati Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 90 - Sainted Subgenre: Queer Horror 1:36:40

34m ago1:36:40

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The monsters are no longer in the closet! This week, Peaches and Michael dig into a “fearz” subgenre that’s near and dear to their hearts – QUEER HORROR! In addition to discussing how they’ve watched the cultural conversation around LGBTQIA+ representation in genre shift in real time, our hosts delve into the very real catharsis fright cinema provi…

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Episode 89 - Idol Worship: David Cronenberg 1:29:47

10d ago1:29:47

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Long live the new flesh! This week, Peaches and Michael are serving body in an Idol Worship celebration of David Cronenberg! In addition to discussing this notorious auteur’s penchant for exploring physical frights, our hosts delve into how audiences often react erotically to his particular brand of horror. Joining the conversation is acclaimed wri…

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Episode 88: 9 To 5 1:31:23

28d ago1:31:23

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Pour yourself a cup of ambition! This week, Peaches and Michael are gathering around the watercooler in celebration of 1980’s 9 TO 5! In addition to discussing this undeniable classic’s crucial feminist messaging, our hosts delve into the power of Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton as pop culture defining powerhouses. Joining the conversatio…

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Episode 87 - Growing Up Cult: Joshua John Miller 1:00:52

1M ago1:00:52

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A true child of the popcorn! In this very special episode, Peaches and Michael sit down with iconic actor, writer, and filmmaker Joshua John Miller for an in-depth talk about a lifetime in cult cinema. In advance of his forthcoming feature THE EXORCISM, Joshua reflects on growing up with genre royalty for parents, living a punk lifestyle, and takin…

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Episode 86: Rosemary's Baby 1:40:16

2M ago1:40:16

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He has his father’s eyes! This week, Peaches and Michael are moving into a new apartment building in celebration of 1968’s ROSEMARY’S BABY! In addition to discussing this classic’s commentary on bodily autonomy, our hosts delve into the notion of “the devil next door.” Joining the conversation is celebrated screenwriter Joshua Conkel, who shares ho…

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Episode 85 - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me 1:54:04

2M ago1:54:04

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We live inside a dream! This week, Peaches and Michael are having some coffee and cherry pie in celebration of 1992’s TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME! In addition to discussing David Lynch’s symbolic smashing of the television set, our hosts delve into the importance of giving Laura Palmer life. Joining the conversation is acclaimed filmmaker Ariel S…

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Episode 84: The Room 1:43:57

3M ago1:43:57

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Oh hi, Mark! This week, Peaches and Michael are spending some quality time on the roof in celebration of 2003’s THE ROOM! In addition to discussing Tommy Wiseau’s uniquely singular approach to storytelling, our hosts delve into this cult classic’s complicated presentation of female characters. Joining the discussion is acclaimed filmmaker H.P. Mend…

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Episode 83: Santa Sangre 1:37:44

3M ago1:37:44

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Forget everything you have ever seen! This week, Peaches and Michael are running away with the circus in celebration of 1989’s SANTA SANGRE! In addition to discussing the Catholic damage of this Mexican/Italian co-production, our hosts discuss Alejandro Jodorowsky’s singular, mind-expanding sense of vision. Joining the conversation is celebrated fi…

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Episode 82: Night of the Demons 1:34:09

4M ago1:34:09

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Angela is having a party…and you’ll have a hell of a time! This week, Peaches and Michael are headed to Hull House in celebration of 1988’s NIGHT OF THE DEMONS! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s place as a prime Halloween party movie, our hosts delve into the undeniable power of a Bauhaus dance number. Joining the conversation is drag s…

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Episode 81: Demons 1:39:53

4M ago1:39:53

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It’s a movie about audience participation! This week, Peaches and Michael are making cemeteries their cathedrals in celebration of 1985’s DEMONS! In addition to discussing their love of films set at cinemas, our hosts delve into the gloriously gory legacy of Italian auteur Lamberto Bava! Joining the conversation is acclaimed filmmaker Alexander McG…

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Episode 80: The Craft 1:27:39

5M ago1:27:39

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We are the weirdos mister! This week, Peaches and Michael are casting spells in celebration of 1996’s THE CRAFT! In addition to discussing the lasting queer resonance of this cult classic, our hosts delve into the meaningful representation presented by each of the four witches. Joining the conversation is drag icon Vander Von Odd, who speaks to a l…

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Episode 79 - Idol Worship: Bruce LaBruce 1:08:58

5M ago1:08:58

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The Revolution Is My Boyfriend! This week, Peaches and Michael raise the amorous dead in an Idol Worship celebration of the legendary Bruce LaBruce! In addition to discussing this iconic cult filmmaker and artist’s impact on the world of queer punk cinema, our hosts delve into the evolving power of shock value. Joining the conversation is none othe…

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Episode 78: Myra Breckinridge 1:41:56

6M ago1:41:56

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You’ll never forget her! This week, Peaches and Michael learn that Hollywood isn’t all glitz and glamour as they tackle 1970’s MYRA BRECKINRIDGE! In addition to discussing this controversial classic’s place in the pantheon of queer cinema, our hosts delve into the film’s exploration of showbiz power dynamics. Joining the conversation is legendary a…

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Episode 77 - Sainted Subgenre: Hagsploitation 1:07:47

6M ago1:07:47

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From Baby Jane to Auntie Roo and beyond! This week, Peaches and Michael unveil a special episode dissecting one of horror’s most “Sainted Subgenres” – HAGSPLOITATION (aka “Psycho Biddies”)! In addition to discussing the many luminous women who brought these movies to life, our hosts tackle the oft problematic labeling of this particular avenue of f…

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Episode 76: Return to Oz 1:33:26

7M ago1:33:26

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A pumpkin, if you please! This week, Peaches and Michael are taking a trip to the dark side of the rainbow in celebration of 1985’s RETURN TO OZ! In addition to discussing this unlikely sequel’s gateway horror leanings, our hosts delve into the many queer allusions of Dorothy Gale’s travels. Joining the conversation is award-winning author and illu…

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Episode 75: Batman Returns 1:31:54

7M ago1:31:54

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Mistletoe can be deadly if you eat it! This week, Peaches and Michael are heading to Gotham City for the holidays in celebration of 1992’s BATMAN RETURNS! In addition to discussing the personal aesthetic Tim Burton brings to the comic book world, our hosts delve into this classic’s place as both a Christmas fave and gateway horror staple. Joining t…

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Episode 74: Cruising 1:24:56

8M ago1:24:56

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Hips or lips? This week, Peaches and Michael are having a questionable night out in celebration of 1980’s CRUISING! In addition to discussing the queer reclamation of this subversive fave, our hosts reflect on William Friedkin’s numerous intersections with the community. Joining the conversation is pop culture celebrant and recording artist Jeff Ne…

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Episode 73: Cecil B. Demented 1:30:45

8M ago1:30:45

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Lights, camera, revolution! This week, Peaches and Michael take guerilla filmmaking to the extreme in celebration of 2000’s CECIL B. DEMENTED! In addition to discussing John Waters’ loving lambast of transgressive cinema, our hosts delve into what auteur’s name they’d be willing to have branded on their bodies. Joining the conversation is the Princ…

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Episode 72 - Idol Worship: William Lustig 54:35

9M ago54:35

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We warned you not to go out tonight! This week, Peaches and Michael are getting positively 42nd Steet for their Idol Worship celebration of William Lustig! In addition to discussing this genre legend’s deep connection to New York City, our hosts delve into his dedication to preserving fright films from around the world. Joining the conversation is …

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Episode 71: TerrorVision 1:33:15

9M ago1:33:15

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Dance by the light of the TV screen! This week, Peaches and Michael are tapping into a broadcast from beyond the stars in celebration of 1986’s TERRORVISION! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s bead on 80s archetypes, our hosts delve into the slimy staying power of asymmetrical monsters. Joining the conversation is the legendary writer/di…

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Episode 70: Teen Witch 1:32:32

9M ago1:32:32

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Top that! This week, Peaches and Michael are never gonna be the same again as they celebrate 1989’s TEEN WITCH! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s unique story construction, our hosts delve into the abundance of spells cast to ensure sexy times. Joining the conversation is one of the legendary stars of the movie, Mandy Ingber, who shares…

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Episode 69: Thundercrack! 1:36:46

10M ago1:36:46

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Let’s go ape! This week, Peaches and Michael are questioning every cucumber in celebration of 1975’s THUNDERCRACK! In addition to discussing the undeniable legacy of this arthouse favorite’s unabashedly queer auteurs, our hosts delve into the film’s subversive use of all-manner of unsimulated sex. Joining the conversation is award-winning filmmaker…

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Episode 68 - Idol Worship: Christopher Guest 1:42:44

10M ago1:42:44

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Red, White…and Blaine? This week, Peaches and Michael are having an Idol Worship celebration of a filmmaker who is truly “Best in Show” – Christopher Guest! In addition to discussing this comedy auteur’s foundational work in the mockumentary space, our hosts delve into the fabulous troupe of performers who populate his world. Joining the conversati…

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Episode 67: Nothing But Trouble 1:39:44

11M ago1:39:44

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Death for running a stop sign? This week, Peaches and Michael are taking a trip to Valkenvania in celebration of 1991’s NOTHING BUT TROUBLE! In addition to discussing this film’s undeniably powerhouse cast, our hosts delve into the ultimate rollercoaster ride that is “Mister Bonestripper.” Joining the conversation is BALONEY co-founder and acclaime…

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Episode 66: Puppet Master 1:24:31

11M ago1:24:31

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Killers come in all sizes! This week, Peaches and Michael aren’t toying around as they celebrate 1989’s PUPPET MASTER! In addition to discussing the sheer glamour of leech vomiting living dolls, our hosts delve into the multi-faceted appeal of this cult classic’s many sequels. Joining the conversation is Nat Brehmer, acclaimed author of PUPPET MAST…

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Episode 65: The Wicker Man 1:28:39

12M ago1:28:39

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The true nature of sacrifice! This week, Peaches and Michael are dancing around the maypole in honor of 1973’s THE WICKER MAN! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s five decades of cinematic influence, our hosts delve into its foreboding commentary on the precarious nature of belief. Joining the conversation is filmmaker and acclaimed horro…

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Episode 64: Tremors 1:23:26

1y ago1:23:26

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The ultimate underground movie! This week, Peaches and Michael dig deep in celebration of 1990’s TREMORS! In addition to discussing how this fan favorite brought the creature feature into the modern era, our hosts delve into the phallic nature of the Graboids. Joining the conversation is THIS ENDS AT PROM’s Harmony Colangelo, whose lifetime of love…

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Episode 63: Fright Night LIVE 58:45

1y ago58:45

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You’re so cool, Brewster! This week, Peaches and Michael are joined by special guest host Cream to reflect on their recent live show celebrating 1985’s FRIGHT NIGHT! In addition to discussing the queerness of vampirism, this unholy trio also delves into the progressive politics of having the undead next door. Featuring exclusive audio from the live…

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Episode 62: Leprechaun 1:25:46

1y ago1:25:46

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Your luck just ran out! This week, Peaches and Michael are going for the gold in celebration of 1993’s LEPRECHAUN! In addition to discussing the titular monster’s capitalist leanings, our hosts delve into Jennifer Aniston’s place in the pantheon of horror’s Final Girls. Joining the conversation is legendary drag king Landon Cider, who talks about h…

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Episode 61 - Idol Worship: Herschell Gordon Lewis 1:41:15

1y ago1:41:15

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Nothing so appalling in the annals of horror! This week, Peaches and Michael offer up a blood red celebration of the Godfather of Gore – HERSCHELL GORDON LEWIS! In addition to discussing this exploitation legend’s many contributions to underground cinema, our hosts delve into his undeniable influence on the splatter films of today. Joining the conv…

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Episode 60 - Idol Worship: Heklina 1:58:03

1y ago1:58:03

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When Idol Worship meets queer excellence! This week, Peaches and Michael embark on a very special episode celebrating the legacy of drag superstar Heklina. In addition to discussing Heklina’s legendary club nights, our hosts delve into this singular iconoclast’s curation of queer punk rebellion. Joining the conversation is acclaimed photographer an…

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Episode 59 - Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II 1:37:00

1y ago1:37:00

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An old flame returns! This week, Peaches and Michael are clawing their way to the crown in celebration of 1987’s HELLO MARY LOU: PROM NIGHT II! In addition to discussing the titular Mary Lou’s legacy as one of horror’s few enduring female villains, our hosts also delve into her place as a representative of queer id. Joining the conversation are cel…

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Episode 58: The Wiz 1:43:30

1y ago1:43:30

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Ease on down the road! This week, Peaches and Michael are headed to Oz in celebration of 1978’s THE WIZ! In addition to discussing the Motown majesty of the film’s power cast, our hosts delve into the impact of reframing a classic story from a different point of view. Joining the conversation is writer and STRANGELORE creator Viktor T. Kerney, whos…

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Episode 56: Harold and Maude 1:28:23

1+ y ago1:28:23

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If you want to sing out…sing out! This week, Peaches and Michael explore unconventional connection in celebration of 1971’s HAROLD AND MAUDE! In addition to discussing the film’s remarkable use of music, our hosts delve into Harold’s place as one of cinema’s first proto-goths. Joining the conversation is cult filmmaker Chris LaMartina, who digs int…

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Episode 55: The Faculty 1:35:26

1+ y ago1:35:26

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Take me to your teacher! This week, Peaches and Michael navigate the evils of high school in celebration of 1998’s THE FACULTY! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s considerable power cast, our hosts delve into the movie’s layered commentary on teen assimilation. Joining the conversation is celebrated actor and producer Ben Baur, who not o…

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Episode 54: The Stuff 1:24:37

1+ y ago1:24:37

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Enough is never enough! This week, Peaches and Michael are enjoying a heaping spoonful of creamy goodness in celebration of 1985’s THE STUFF! In addition to discussing their fascination with this foodie fright’s branding power, our hosts delve into the legendary legacy of STUFF creator Larry Cohen. Joining the conversation is celebrated screenwrite…

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Episode 53: An American Werewolf in London 1:35:47

1+ y ago1:35:47

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Beware the moon! This week, Peaches and Michael unleash the beast in celebration of 1981’s AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON! In addition to discussing the film’s industry changing practical effects, our hosts delve into certain people’s lust for transformation. Joining the conversation is award-winning author Adam Sass, whose lifetime of love for thi…

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Episode 52: Ganja & Hess 1:24:10

1+ y ago1:24:10

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Bad blood runs between them! This week, Peaches and Michael honor one of vampirism’s most elegant duos by celebrating 1973’s GANJA & HESS! In addition to discussing this burgeoning classic’s place among the arthouse undead, our hosts delve into the horror idol status of the incomparable Duane Jones. Joining the conversation is acclaimed actor Verto…

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Episode 51: Sunset Boulevard 1:38:00

1+ y ago1:38:00

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A Hollywood Story! This week, Peaches and Michael are ready for their close-ups as they celebrate 1950's SUNSET BOULEVARD! In addition to discussing the powerhouse character that is Norma Desmond, our hosts delve into the movie's influence on a particular style of exploitation film that would follow. Joining the conversation is multi-award winning …

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Episode 50: The Poseidon Adventure 1:01:49

1+ y ago1:01:49

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There’s got to be a morning after! This week, Peaches and Michael are having a topsy-turvy New Year’s Eve party in celebration of 1972’s THE POSEIDON ADVENTURE! In addition to discussing this disaster epic’s influence over a whole subgenre that would follow, our hosts delve into why it just may be the most harrowing movie they’ve covered yet. Joini…

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Episode 49: Black Christmas 1:26:38

1+ y ago1:26:38

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Christmas is coming early this year…and it’s murder! This week, Peaches and Michael are making some lewd phone calls in celebration of 1974’s BLACK CHRISTMAS! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s contributions to the foundations of the slasher genre, our hosts delve into why comedy is an essential part of its dark DNA. Joining the conversa…

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Episode 48: Gremlins 1:22:13

1+ y ago1:22:13

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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 perfo…

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Episode 47: The Apple 1:22:52

1+ y ago1:22:52

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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 Bri…

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Episode 46: Killer Klowns from Outer Space 1:28:44

1+ y ago1:28:44

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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 th…

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Episode 45 - Idol Worship: The Music of Horror 1:09:06

1+ y ago1:09:06

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A symphony of scares! This week, Peaches and Michael are conducting an unconventional IDOL WORSHIP that sings the praises of THE MUSIC OF HORROR! In addition to discussing the undeniable role a well-curated soundscape can have on fright cinema, our hosts delve into some of their favorite soundtrack scores. Joining the conversation are legendary Met…

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Episode 44: Female Trouble 1:33:50

1+ y ago1:33:50

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They say we're insane, but we don't care! This week, Peaches and Michael are putting on their cha-cha heels in celebration of 1974's FEMALE TROUBLE! In addition to discussing this groundbreaking film's commentary on the cult of celebrity, our hosts delve into its placement in the pantheon of John Waters' filmography. Joining the conversation is leg…

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Episode 43 - Halloween III: Season of the Witch 1:18:35

1+ y ago1:18:35

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Season 3 Premiere! That's right, Peaches and Michael are BACK and decidedly "mask 4 mask" as they celebrate 1982's HALLOWEEN III: SEASON OF THE WITCH! In addition to discussing the power of autumnal nostalgia, our hosts delve into the cult trajectory of this notorious franchise outlier. Joining the conversation is actor extraordinaire and host of t…

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Episode 42: The Warriors 1:35:34

2y ago1:35:34

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Come out to play-ay! This week, Peaches and Michael are taking it to the mean streets in celebration of 1979’s THE WARRIORS! In addition to discussing Walter Hill’s lawless vision of New York City, our hosts delve into the near fairy tale-like structure of the film’s narrative. Joining the conversation is acclaimed comedian Samantha Hale, who dishe…

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Episode 41: The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert 1:41:25

2y ago1:41:25

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Happy Pride! This week, Peaches and Michael are road tripping in style in celebration of 1994’s THE ADVENTURES OF PRISCILLA, QUEEN OF THE DESERT! In addition to discussing the film’s undeniable impact on queer representation at the movies, our hosts delve into how this classic’s unapologetic fabulousness paved the way for a cultural drag explosion.…

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Episode 40: The ALL ABOUT EVIL Release Special! 1:52:04

2y ago1:52:04

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Star quality! In this special episode, Michael turns the microphone on Peaches in celebration of the Severin blu-ray release and Shudder streaming debut of her movie ALL ABOUT EVIL! In addition to discussing the film’s initial William Castle-esque rollout, our hosts delve into the journey of finally getting EVIL back into the hands of fans. Joining…

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