Best What In The 00s Podcasts (2025)

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Aliens Transplant MAN’S BRAIN Into MONSTER'S BODY! 4:10:11

1d ago4:10:11

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Steven & Chris explore the rocky emotional terrain winding through the first four issues of Paul Chadwick’s imposingly granite-bodied softie, the brooding giant who is CONCRETE (Dark Horse Comics, 1987). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (…

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The Baby-Sitters Club (1995) with special guest Mark J. Parker 1:58:13

5d ago1:58:13

1:58:13

In this nostalgic deep-dive, myself and my buddy Mark J. Parker head back to Stoneybrook to revisit The Baby-Sitters Club (1995), the feel-good film based on Ann M. Martin’s beloved book series. From Claudia’s iconic outfits to Kristy’s summer business dreams, we explore how the movie captured the heart and hustle of a group of young girls balancin…

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Alison Osius on The Women of Climbing and Media in the 80s 1:30:09

7d ago1:30:09

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Alison Osius is easily one of the most impactful people in climbing media. She helped to shape how so many climbers learned more about and engaged with the sport from the 80s into the 20s. She’s a former editor at Climbing, Rock and Ice and Outside, the first woman president of the American Alpine Club, wrote Second Ascent: The Story of Hugh Herr a…

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Equinox (1970) with special guest Jackson Cooper 1:14:30

12d ago1:14:30

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In this episode, me and my homegirl, Jackson Cooper, dive into the cult classic Equinox (1970), a low-budget horror gem that helped lay the groundwork for independent genre filmmaking. With its surreal story of college students stumbling upon an ancient book that opens a portal to another dimension, Equinox blends stop-motion monsters, amateur char…

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Lynn Hill on the Women of the 80s, Who Inspired Her and Who Is Inspiring Her Now 1:16:44

14d ago1:16:44

1:16:44

Lynn Hill is THE legend, and quite possibly the most impactful climber of all time. I could make a case that Lynn's free ascent in a day of The Nose is the greatest climbing achievement of all time. But Lynn and I aren't talking about Lynn. We're talking about the other women of the 80s: the women she climbed with, competed against and was inspired…

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What I Watched - April 2025 41:08

18d ago41:08

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On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in April 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: [email protected] ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas (2000) 55:42

19d ago55:42

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In this episode, we take a prehistoric plunge into The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas (2000), the flashy, goofy prequel to the 1994 live-action original. With a brand-new cast and a wild ride through young love, dino-driven limos, and Vegas-style shenanigans, this film aimed to show us how Fred and Wilma—and Barney and Betty—first found love in the…

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Amy Skinner on Las Vegas Climbing in the 80s and the Importance of Great Female Partners 1:33:54

21d ago1:33:54

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Today I sit down with my good friend Amy Skinner - who, in the early 80s in Las Vegas, sort of stumbled into the scene that would eventually be called sport climbing. We discuss that movement, where she first encountered other female climbers, who her favorite female climbing partners have been, and more. Like many of the women who have been mentio…

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Episode 103 – We Are The Stars 22:52

25d ago22:52

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In this episode, Frisky & Mannish dissect the weird phenomenon that is The […]By Laura Corcoran & Matthew Floyd Jones

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CRYB! Interview: LADRÖNN (Final Incal, Sons of El Topo, Metal Hurlant, Cable, The Inhumans) 2:18:04

26d ago2:18:04

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Steven and Chris sit down with legendary Mexican comic book artist, Jose Ladrönn, for a lively discussion about his influences, his work with Alejandro Jodorosky on the FINAL INCAL and SONS OF EL TOPO, plus a whole host of indispensable advice. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly po…

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Gossip (2000) 1:03:33

26d ago1:03:33

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This week, we’re stirring the pot with Gossip (2000)—a deliciously chaotic college thriller where one little rumor blows up way bigger than anyone expected. It’s got hot young stars (hello, James Marsden, Lena Headey, Kate Hudson), questionable ethics, and enough plot twists to make your head spin. We’re breaking down all the wild turns, the early-…

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Women Climbers of the 80s Part 3: Unique Strengths 36:56

28d ago36:56

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In Part 3 of our series on female climbers of the 1980s, we wrap up the decade with difficulty reaching new heights. We see a smart pattern start to emerge at the top of the pack as women realize how to leverage their unique strengths, and in doing so, they prove themselves with resounding success at the most futuristic crag in the world - Buoux. I…

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The Greatest Comic of the 00s? - Lewis and Leon's Masterpiece 1:46:58

29d ago1:46:58

1:46:58

Steven and Chris vividly discuss John-Paul Leon and Brett Lewis' post-Cold War crime magnum opus, THE WINTER MEN (Image Comics, 2005). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Christopher Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) discuss the…

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Girls Just Want To Have Fun (1985) 1:15:13

1M ago1:15:13

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This week, we’re strapping on our scrunchies and doing synchronized backflips into the gloriously neon world of Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1985). Join us as we relive the tale of rebellious Catholic school girls, televised dance-offs, and the eternal struggle against buzzkill parents who just don’t understand the rhythm. We’re talking Sarah Jessi…

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Women Climbers of the 80s Part 2: Power In Numbers 35:20

1M ago35:20

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In Part 2 of our series on women climbers of the 1980s, we focus on the middle of the decade, when difficulty soared. We take a closer look at the 1984 International Ladies Meet hosted by The Pinnacle Club in North Wales, how it connects to the women who were at the forefront of sport climbing a year later, and how standards began to skyrocket. We …

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Cry-Baby (1990) 1:09:13

1M ago1:09:13

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This week, we’re shedding one single, sexy tear for Cry-Baby (1990), John Waters’ delightfully deranged teen musical where bad boys ride motorcycles, good girls lose their minds, and everyone’s got more hair grease than sense. We’re talking prison chic, awkward tongue kisses, and a world where courtroom scenes turn into doo-wop numbers. Johnny Depp…

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Women Climbers of the 80s Part 1: It Wasn't Because They Weren't There 43:15

1M ago43:15

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The history of women in climbing, in it’s written form, is woefully incomplete. In this, the first of a multi-part series, we attempt to correct some of these oversights by taking a look at not only the early 80s, but the years and accomplishments that laid the foundation for the women of the 80s. In this episode, we discuss Bev Johnson, Sibylle He…

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April's Fools Day (1986) with special guest Shawn Williams 1:35:36

2M ago1:35:36

1:35:36

It’s April 1st, and we’re celebrating the only slasher movie where the real killer might just be… vibes? Join me and my special guest, Shawn Williams, as we revisit April Fool’s Day (1986), the horror movie that asks, “What if Clue, but with hotter people and way more shoulder pads?” We’re talking booby traps, bizarre accents, mystery mullets, and …

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What I Watched - March 2025 41:55

2M ago41:55

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On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in March 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: [email protected] ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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We're Giving Away 3 Rab Hoodies! 2:57

2M ago2:57

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Our main sponsor this season, Rab, is giving away three of their Ascendor Light Hoodies, mens or womens, any color in stock. To enter, go to https://www.patreon.com/secretstonersclub Learn more about Rab at https://rab.equipment/us/By Plug Tone Audio

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D.E.B.S (2004) 1:18:14

2M ago1:18:14

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This week, we’re infiltrating the highly classified, absolutely ridiculous world of D.E.B.S., the 2004 spy spoof where top-secret agents are recruited via… standardized testing? Join me as I salute the absurdity of crime-fighting schoolgirls in mini skirts, Lucy Diamond’s gay villain era, and a love story that somehow bloomed in the middle of a las…

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Cloak and Dagger Marvel Comics' Most Underrated Art Team of the 1980s - Rick Leonardi & Terry Austin 3:20:29

2M ago3:20:29

3:20:29

Steven and Chris discuss Marvel's brooding teen superheroes — CLOAK AND DAGGER — from the 1985 on-going series; they go over the first four issues written by Bill Mantlo with art by the wildy incredible and overllooked but influential art team of Rick Leonardi and Terry Austin. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few nota…

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When The Wind Blows 1:17:53

2M ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Chris and Steven discuss Raymond Briggs's nuclear war nightmare WHEN THE WIND BLOWS, published by Penguin Books in 1982. Drop us a line! + Check out our YouTube channel to get a look at some of the fantastic art featured in our episodes. Visit ComicsRotYourBrain.com to sign up for our newsletter, Letter Column. You can also find us wherever you str…

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Tank Girl (1995) with special guest Mark J. Parker 1:48:47

2M ago1:48:47

1:48:47

In this episode, me and my buddy Mark J. Parker are diving headfirst into the chaotic, punk-fueled world of Tank Girl (1995)! Based on the cult comic series, this dystopian sci-fi action-comedy follows Lori Petty as the rebellious, tank-driving heroine taking on a corrupt megacorporation in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. With wild visuals, a killer …

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History Misses Things 4:05

2M ago4:05

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We're taking a short break because we want to make sure that we don't miss the important contributions from the women climbers of the 80's who were pushing things forward. We'll be back soon! In the meantime, there are a bunch of free bonus episodes in our Patreon, The Secret Stoners Club!By Plug Tone Audio

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Final Destination (2000) 1:10:20

2M ago1:10:20

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Buckle up and keep an eye out for signs—this week, we’re diving into Final Destination (2000), the horror classic that made us all fear plane rides, highways, and even showering. We’ll revisit the film’s iconic death scenes, discuss its eerie premonition-fueled premise, and break down why Death itself is the ultimate villain. Plus, we explore how F…

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Jeff Smoot on John Bachar, Peter Croft and the Shift in Climbing in the 80's 57:55

2M ago57:55

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Because this season is focused on the 1980’s, and we are talking about the two best free soloists of their generations, Peter Croft and John Bachar, there is a Venn Diagram that puts today’s guest squarely in the center: Jeff Smoot. In Jeff’s book Hangdog Days: Conflict, Change and the Race for 5.14, he tells the tale of the beginnings of sport cli…

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Alex Honnold on Peter Croft, John Bachar, Free-Soloing and Climbing Big Yosemite Linkups 52:12

2M ago52:12

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Does Alex Honnold need an introduction? No, of course he doesn’t. But he was particularly suited for this conversation about Bachar and Croft for several reasons: #1, Alex is a student of history. He cares about this stuff. If you haven’t listened to his Climbing Gold podcast, you should. I highly recommend the Dope Lake series - it’s a 5 part seri…

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It Follows (2014) 1:04:31

2M ago1:04:31

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What if something was always coming for you—slow, steady, and unstoppable? This week, we’re breaking down It Follows (2014), David Robert Mitchell’s haunting take on supernatural horror. With its eerie, synth-heavy score by Disasterpeace, unsettling cinematography, and a relentless entity that never stops moving, this film has cemented itself as on…

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John Bachar Chooses Peter Croft For a New Game 47:34

3M ago47:34

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It was 1986, over halfway through a decade that had brought turbulent change to climbing, and it was clear to John Bachar that even in Yosemite - hallowed ground as far as he was concerned - ethics were shifting. Sure, people still traveled here to do the big walls and to climb some of the classics, but the world knew that Yosemite and the once mig…

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What I Watched: February 2025 1:10:06

3M ago1:10:06

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On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in February 2025. Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: [email protected] ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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A Poetic Exploration of Fate, Power, and Cycles of Violence 26:39

3M ago26:39

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n this CRYB! SPOTLIGHT, Chris and Steven discuss DC Comics' batshit-crazy SKREEMER (1988). This proto-Vertigo classic blends noir, cyberpunk, and family tragedy in a retro gangster apocalyptic fable created by Peter Milligan, Brett Ewins, and Steve Dillion. A science fiction comic that makes A CLOCKWORK ORANGE look G-rated. This clip was taken from…

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Snow Day (2000) 1:12:21

3M ago1:12:21

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Grab your sleds and stock up on hot cocoa because on today’s episode, we’re diving into the 2000 Nickelodeon classic Snow Day! We dive into how this movie was conceived as a movie taking place in the Adventure of Pete and Pete universe, talk about the banging soundtrack and how this movie just might not hit the mark for me. Video Essay About The Ad…

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Andrea Hah on Punks in the Gym, Arapiles, and Confidence 44:15

3M ago44:15

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Shortly after my own trip to the Grampians and Araps, where I played briefly on Punks in the Gym, just to give it, as Ben Cossey would say, a tummy rub, I went back to the Blue Mountains where I met a bunch of Australian mega-crushers. One of those crushers was Andrea Hah. And because she was the first Australian woman to climb Punks in the Gym, an…

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Jesse Guthrie on Wolfgang Gullich, Kurt Albert and Climbing in the 80s. 1:01:58

3M ago1:01:58

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As I was researching Wolfgang, I would regularly come across candid photos taken inside the house he shared with Kurt Albert, and of course I read every story about Wolfgang I could find. In those photos and those stories, I often came across an American name - Jesse Guthrie. I had to try to find him and get him on the show. He was one of the peopl…

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Frozen (2010) with special guest Jenn Adams 1:34:52

3M ago1:34:52

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In this chilling episode, we take a deep dive into Frozen (2010), Adam Green’s brutal survival horror film about three friends stranded on a ski lift in deadly conditions. We discuss the film’s gripping tension, the terrifying realism of its premise, and the emotional weight of its characters’ struggle for survival. Plus, we explore how Frozen stan…

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Hannes Huch on Community in the Frankenjura, Wolfgang Gullich and Kurt Albert 1:03:18

3M ago1:03:18

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Because the history of the Frankenjura can’t be told without Kurt Albert and Wolfgang Gullich, both of whom we lost too soon, I wanted to talk to someone rooted in that community to try and get an understanding of how their legacy looks. For me, the obvious choice was Hannes Huch. He’s a photographer and artist who balances a modern aesthetic with …

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Ben Cossey on Wolfgang Gullich, Punks in the Gym and Lightweight Baby 1:08:23

3M ago1:08:23

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There’s really no debate. In the pantheon of Wolfgang Gullich frothers, there is no person who is as much a frother as Australian superstar Ben Cossey. In May of 2024, Ben made the first ascent of a long-standing project at Mt. Arapiles in Australia, Lightweight Baby, finally finishing what became the hardest pitch in the area - and within sight of…

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The Ultimate SciFi War Story/Space Opera - "Humanity" Explored in Thought Balloons 12:03

3M ago12:03

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This week is a CRYB Spotlight episode on Marvel/Epic Comics' ALIEN LEGION, published in 1984, created by Carl Potts, Alan Zelenetz, and Frank Cirocco. This clip is taken from our epic (so to speak) deep dive into ALIEN LEGION (see earlier episodes). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this week…

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My Bloody Valentine (1981) with special guest Pickens Barringer 1:25:26

3M ago1:25:26

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"Roses are red, violets are blue, one is dead and so are you" Love is in the air… and so is the sound of a pickaxe swinging. In this episode, we’re diving into the cult classic My Bloody Valentine (1981), the slasher that gave Valentine’s Day a terrifying twist. From its gory kills to its eerie mining town setting, we’ll explore what makes this Can…

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Wolfgang Gullich is a Punk in the Gym 46:43

3M ago46:43

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From the early to mid 1980's, Wolfgang Gullich was steadily discovering his own power. Spurred on by American and British climbers coming to the Frankenjura and establishing the hardest routes, he tapped into a part of himself that he rarely showed. With that competetive side on display, he went to America to do the hardest routes there, returned h…

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The Lodge (2019) 1:10:40

3M ago1:10:40

1:10:40

“Repent for your sins, Grace” On today’s episode, we’re celebrating the start of Frigid February, by covering a film that is very unsettling and overall depressing, but is a great snowy horror film, The Lodge (2019) Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: [email protected] ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Inst…

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Art Deco Retro-Futurism SciFi Mystery Noir and Flying Cars... Welcome to the World of Mister X 1:43:01

3M ago1:43:01

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Steven and Chris discuss acclaimed graphic designer Dean Motter's science fiction opus, MISTER X (Vortex Comics, 1984); the first four issues were written & drawn by Los Bros Hernandez (Mario, Gilbert, and Jamie) of LOVE & ROCKETS fame and colored by Paul Rivoche. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions…

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History Takes Time 4:20

3M ago4:20

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While we're working hard on the next episode, an update on some changes to the remainder of the season. Check out our website for related episodes, resources and more! Join the Secret Stoners Club for FREE and get bonus episodes. ---------------------------------- Season Two is generously supported by Rab. This episode is supported by Tension Climb…

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What I Watched - January 2025 44:25

4M ago44:25

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On today's bonus episode, I talk about the films that I watched in January 2025. Check Out My Podcast Appearances From January!! Men Who Like Men Who Like Movies Into The Darkness: Exploring Horror Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan Boyle ---- Show E-Mail: [email protected] ---- Follow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, an…

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Moebius, Druillet, and... Alex Nino - this Visionary Filipino Genius Is One of the Greatest Comic Book Artist of All Time! 1:24:55

4M ago1:24:55

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In this solo episode, Steven takes a wild trip into the breathtaking visual world of legendary and visionary Filipino artist, Alex Niño, as seen in the unfortunately named graphic novel, SPACE CLUSTERS (DC Comics, 1986). Comics Rot Your Brain! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few noteworthy exceptions). Screenwriters Chris Derrick (STAR TREK…

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Andy Salo and Whitney Boland on Lynn Hill and a Love of Gunks Climbing 1:30:43

4M ago1:30:43

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Andy Salo and Whitney Boland are modern day Gunks legends. Andy has FA’d some of the hardest routes in the area and co-written the brilliant guidebooks to the area. Whitney moved to the area and gained near instant local status, eventually writing the Flashback series about Gunks legends, which you can find both in Andy’s guidebooks and on the Rock…

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Russ Clune on Lynn Hill, Gunks Climbing and Vandals 43:55

4M ago43:55

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Russ Clune is a Legend. I once introduced him as climbing's Forrest Gump, because since the 1980's he's been there for many of climbing's most impactful moments. A Gunks local who has traveled widely to climb on every type of rock, in every style imaginable, he's a living thread from before sport climbing to now, and if you're ever lucky enough to …

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Lynn Hill Vandalizes Perception 43:54

4M ago43:54

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In 1983, after years of climbing on Yosemite's granite cracks with John Long and the Stonemasters, Lynn Hill went on a roadtrip. First to Arizona, then to Colorado and finally Red Rock, outside of Las Vegas. While on the road, she and Long established some of the most classic routes in the country. After a brief foray into Hollywood stunts, Lynn tr…

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Comfort Sequels: An Interview with Emily Marinelli 57:32

4M ago57:32

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On today's episode, we're talking with Emily Marinelli, author of the new book, Comfort Sequels: The Psychology of Movie Sequels from the 80s and 90s. We talk about what inspired Emily to write this book in the first place, her undying love for Grease 2, and her fascination with all things sequels from the 80s and 90s. This was a super fun chat, an…

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