Best James Strayer Podcasts (2025)

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Hellraiser 3: Hell on Earth 1:31:01

13d ago1:31:01

1:31:01

Is there enough to discuss in this movie to make a 90 minute show? We think so. This is where Hellraiser veers off into true franchise territory, hitting that sweet slasher time in the early 90s. Pinhead goes freelance, tries his luck without Leviathan to create a Hell on Earth. Who's your favorite psuedo-Cenobite? Do they stack up to Butterball, C…

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Hellbound: Hellraiser II 1:05:01

27d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

What's your Pleasure? Scalpel self mutilation? Messages from the beyond delivered by Skinless Men? A Labyrinth of personal hells overseen by a Leviathan? If you're like us, you'll enjoy the second Hellraiser film!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Hellraiser 1:05:58

1M ago1:05:58

1:05:58

We discuss Clive Barker's seminal first film! Not a slasher of the 80s as it is often lumped in with, this much more adult love story tackles themes of longing, complacency... and intradimensional kink demons. There's 11 of these... and we're hitting all of them. Join us! Coil's Unreleased Hellraiser soundtrack…

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Gremlins Wrap Up 26:56

2M ago26:56

26:56

We wrap up 2, count 'em 2 Gremlins films. Favorite Gremlin? Favorite Kill? What else could you really do with this franchise after pushing the boundaries with "The New Batch"?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Gremlins 2: The New Batch w/ special guest, Dan McCoy! 1:11:13

2M ago1:11:13

1:11:13

Joe Dante finally returns with an idea for a sequel that is so great- the franchise went no further! Co-host of The Flophouse, Dan McCoy joins us to discuss a deeply held favorite of his and ours. The Flophouse Podcast Key and Peele- Gremlins 2By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Gremlins 55:40

2M ago55:40

55:40

The only way to complete talking about rasclin' is to talk about the one that did it best, "Gremlins". Do we like the darker version of the script or the family friendly version? Who's your favorite bar Gremlin?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Critters Wrap Up & Frankie Freako with Stuart Wellington! 53:07

3M ago53:07

53:07

In our 100th episode, we wrap up all five Critters movies with special guest Stuart Wellington! Before we get into Critters, we talk, "FRANKIE FREAKO" by Steven Kostanski, which is partially inspired by "little guys rasclin' around" type movies. Speaking of- most rewatchable sequel? Best kill? Best scene of Rasclin'? Listen to more Stuart on The Fl…

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Critters Attack! 50:54

3M ago50:54

50:54

The 5th and final entry in the Critters saga, some 27 years after the previous. Does "Aunt Dee" rise to the ranks of a Lori Strode of Sally Hardesty for one last ride? Does the late entry of a Mogwai like creature help? These answers are "no" of course, but still fun to talk about.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Critters 4 54:32

3M ago54:32

54:32

We make it to space in four movies! This actually makes sense for this series since that's where we started. Holy moly, look at this cast though. Angela Bassett, Brad Dourif... Eric DaRe!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Critters 3 with John Bolds! 1:11:54

4M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

We welcome John Bolds from the "Open Pike Night" podcast to discuss the Leonardo DiCaprio vehicle, "Critters 3". These Critters sure are huge and Charlie gets a solid arch - but what happened in between Part 2 and 3?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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BONUS Episode: It Follows/ Loving, OH with Matt Erman 48:10

4M ago48:10

48:10

Bonus Episode! We talk about the Darkhorse Comics release, "Loving, OH" with writer Matt Erman! He talks about working with artist Sam Beck, growing up in Ohio, his cult upbringing which is the inspiration for the book, and how it all ties in with “It Follows!” https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3009-202/Loving-Ohio-TPB…

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BONUS ep: Fright Boys 2024 Halloween Round Up 1:14:02

4M ago1:14:02

1:14:02

We are joined once again by Michael Holloway to discuss the horror movies (non franchise) that we have been watching for the Halloween season! • In a Voilent Nature • The Tingler • The Substance • Terrifier 3 • The Spider Labyrinth • Hush • Oddity • Abigail • Misery • Don’t Look Now • Dr. Giggles • Pieces • Blood Lake • Cyclops • Rabid • Night Scre…

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Critters 2: The Main Course 1:04:03

4M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Our favorite little rascals are back and have certainly upped the ante in the realm of Rasclin'. More comedy this time around, more cartoon-ish, and a bit of a lighter tone. This should be in your regular Easter Horror movie rotation each year. Also thanks to Variety for our little blurb in Best of October: https://variety.com/lists/horror-movies-t…

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Critters 59:20

5M ago59:20

59:20

We dive into a new franchise with "Critters"! Little tiny creatures from outer space, rasclin' around a small farm in Kansas. But wait, there area also intergalactic bounty hunters and Neelix!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Texas Chain Saw Wrap Up 50:40

5M ago50:40

50:40

It's been a long hot summer. We conclude our series on TCM by wrapping up the whole franchise. Favorite Kill? Favorite final girl? Favorite Leatherface?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022) 1:17:45

5M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Rounding out this franchise with the straight to Netflix, 9th film in the franchise. Sally returns to help out some gentrifying teens in a small Texas town. We find a few positives, but this is a rough one.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Leatherface (2017) 1:08:22

6M ago1:08:22

1:08:22

We can't make heads nor tails of the continuity and references in this one and it turns into a pretty wild and wholly conversation about (another) origin of Leatherface.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Texas Chainsaw (3D) 1:36:35

6M ago1:36:35

1:36:35

Special Guest Rob Campbell, the Titan of 3D Entertainment, returns to discuss this 3D sequel. Let's all appreciate for a moment that Rob went out and bought a used 3D home television with glasses AND- a 3D DVD to bring you his analysis. https://www.shirtnerdery.com/By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning 1:05:49

6M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Let's travel back to the beginning of this particular timeline with a really mean and nasty origin story for Leatherface and the family. Tommy gets a Saw!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) with special guest Kelly Woessner! 1:36:29

7M ago1:36:29

1:36:29

We are joined by Kelly Woessner to discuss this 2003 remake! How does anyone capture the magic of the original? Well... they don't- they do their own thing, for better or for worse. Do you like this kind of Polished Grit? Did you see this before the original?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation- with Special Guest, Dan McCoy! 1:24:06

7M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

On this episode, we discuss...! Well, the next one. The Next Generation. But this time, with Dan McCoy of The Flop House Podcast! This is the one with Matthew McConaughey and Renee Zellweger and boy oh boy do we go off the rails! Check out Dan's show, The Flop House, below! https://www.flophousepodcast.com/…

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Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 3 54:39

8M ago54:39

54:39

We are firmly into franchise territory as we see the first New Line Chainsaw film. Gone is the darkness of the first and the odd comedy of the second and now we're with a new family in the woods. Can Viggo save this one? Jeff Burr does what he can.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Texas Chain Saw Massacre 2 with special guest Michael Holloway 1:32:41

8M ago1:32:41

1:32:41

We are joined by special guest, Michael Holloway! We discuss his new album, "Night Shifting" as well as ... chili recipes. You want Itallo Funk Disco Horror? You should honestly check out this album. https://hauntedhospital.bandcamp.com/album/night-shiftingBy James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre 1:17:45

9M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Let's dive into what could be the greatest horror film of all time. Any first time watchers out there?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Maniac Cop Wrap Up 35:04

9M ago35:04

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We conclude our series on Maniac Cop! With just three, how did it change? Atkins vs Davi? Who would be the right fit for a reboot? Which was your favorite?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Maniac Cop 3: Badge of Silence with guest Justin Wiese 1:10:56

9M ago1:10:56

1:10:56

Our friend who joined us for Silent Night, Deadly Night 5 makes good on his request to come back for Maniac Cop 3! It's not nearly as bad as people think.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Maniac Cop 2 58:43

10M ago58:43

58:43

Cordell returns with bigger action, bigger set pieces and more kills! What do you think of him hanging out with another killer? Do you like the bigger version of it all? Would you like to have a Cop-E-Cat? And please do click through to hear Jay Chattaway's "Maniac Cop" rap.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Maniac Cop with special guests Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum! 56:48

10M ago56:48

56:48

We discuss William Lustig's 1988 film, "Maniac Cop" with guests Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum! We also talk about their latest comic series from Dark Horse Comics, "Minor Threats". What grindhouse filmmaker would best adapt this comic? What is it like working in an already established franchise vs creator owned comics? And why is Tom Atkins the sex…

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Basket Case Wrap Up 29:09

10M ago29:09

29:09

Is the legacy of Basket Case more wacky than grimy? Favorite kill? Where to go from here? Stay tuned here to find out which franchise we tackle next!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Basket Case 3 : The Progeny 1:07:01

11M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Can we get goofier than part 2? Yes. Yes, I think we can.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Basket Case 2 with Special Guest Alexx Bollen 1:16:48

11M ago1:16:48

1:16:48

John's co-host of "John and Alexx Hate Stuff", Alexx Bollen joins us to discuss "Basket Case 2". You gotta admire Hennelotter for just going Silly for the sequel. Alexx's writing Dead When I Found HerBy James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Basket Case 1:04:22

12M ago1:04:22

1:04:22

We go from classy to grimey in Frank Henenlotter's "Basket Case". We love this one in all of its early 80s grindhouse New York glory. Who doesn't love that little guy, Belial. Well, ok... I understand if not.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Omen Wrap Up 39:04

12M ago39:04

39:04

We wrap up the Omen franchise! Best Damien, Order we'd watch again and of course, revealing that Kill Count for all five movies. So now... what's next?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Omen (2006) 55:12

12M ago55:12

55:12

We discuss (and find the good) in this completely unnecessary remake. The only movie we can think of that was created solely for a fun release date on the calendar- 6.6.06.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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BONUS ep- Twin Peaks Pilot 1:17:35

12M ago1:17:35

1:17:35

We discuss the pilot of Twin Peaks, published on this, February 24th- Twin Peaks Day. Let us know what you think and if you'd like to hear more from the show! It's a favorite of ours and we may do the whole series, perhaps as a Patreon.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Omen 4: The Awakening 1:21:40

1y ago1:21:40

1:21:40

Not a ton to talk about in this one but still managed to talk almost as long as the movie- and boy our inner 10 year old boys came out in this one. And who is that special cameo??By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Omen 3: The Final Conflict with Special Guest- Becky Darke! 1:17:39

1y ago1:17:39

1:17:39

Can an early Sam Neil performance save this Omen sequel? Who trained these monks? And who let the boy scouts into the army of Satan? Lots of laughs in this one which should come as no surprise on an episode where we are joined once again by Becky Darke! Be sure to follow her for links to her writing as well as her appearances on The Evolution of Ho…

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Damien: Omen II with Special Guest- Jolene Marie Richardson! 1:24:16

1y ago1:24:16

1:24:16

We welcome special guest, costume designer and fashion historian, Jolene Richardson to discuss this 1978 sequel! She brings her crack knowledge to our usual nonsense. You can listen to her podcast "Hanging by a Thread" and find her writing in Fangoria!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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The Omen 1:16:43

1y ago1:16:43

1:16:43

The 70s had a great run of Satanic horror and we focus on one of the best examples this week. And what could make that better? David Warner.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pet Semetary Wrap Up 33:49

1y ago33:49

33:49

We discuss the franchise as a whole! How does the lore shift? Who's your favorite Judd? What tone works best for this series and where to go from here? And of course- who was closest in the Kill Count Estimate!By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pet Semetary: Bloodlines 1:03:18

1y ago1:03:18

1:03:18

Sorry, but we're just harsh on this one. Just what happens when movies become "content."By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pet Semetary (2019) 1:11:09

1y ago1:11:09

1:11:09

Can John Lithgow save this remake? Does the big Switcharoo work?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pet Semetary 2 1:07:36

1+ y ago1:07:36

1:07:36

Talk about a tonal shift- we go from the dread inducing folk horror of the first one to the unabashed B movie schlock of part 2. All worth it for Clancy Brown. AND! Check out our contest announcement at the top.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pet Semetary 1:17:10

1+ y ago1:17:10

1:17:10

We dive into our first Stephen King adaptation. Biggest takeaway- everyone needs a Judd to have a beer with at the end of the day. But is he the biggest villain of the movie? What differences from the book are we into and not?By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pumpkinhead Wrap Up 39:30

1+ y ago39:30

39:30

We come to the end of the patch and discuss all four films and how they relate and grow... or wilt... into a franchise. Which was your favorite? Have a favorite kill? Favorite... Vengance Seeker? And stay tuned to hear what we'll be covering next.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Bonus episode- Fright Boy Halloween picks 2023 54:08

1+ y ago54:08

54:08

We are joined again by friend of the show Michael Holloway to discuss what (non franchise) horror movies we've been watching for the Halloween season.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pumpkinhead 4: Blood Feud 56:19

1+ y ago56:19

56:19

We attempt to find... anything interesting to talk about in the fourth Pumpkinhead film. I think we'll be happy to leave this series in the pumpkin patch.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pumpkinhead 3: Ashes to Ashes 1:03:25

1+ y ago1:03:25

1:03:25

Can a returning Lance Henricksen and Doug Bradley save this sequel? Well, it's better than Wishmaster 3.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings 1:09:28

1+ y ago1:09:28

1:09:28

Is this an anthology sequel? What does this have to do with Part 1? Either way, let's throw the lore out the window with the first followup.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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Bonus: Saw X 46:20

1+ y ago46:20

46:20

Fresh thoughts from the latest "Saw" film- just a couple hours after seeing it. First 10 minutes or so are spoiler free, then we get into the meaty details.By James Strayer and John C Meyers

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