Midwest Monsters

Midwest Monsters Episode 254 - Monsterpiece Theater 7

It is time for another Monsterpiece Theater where we showcase two movies fitting of the spotlight and this episode is certainly honoring that description. Listen in as discuss Wes Craven’s “The People Under the Stairs” (1991) and then the remake horror musical “Little Shop of Horrors” (1986). Available now on itunes, spotify, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 253 - Top 10s - The 1930s

We now continue with our Top 10 series, where each co-host curates their own personal top 10 for the decade and this time we are looking at the 1930s which helped lay the foundation for the horror genre for decades! We had a great time talking about some pretty iconic films along with some personal favorites and we hope you enjoy the conversation too. Available now on itunes, spotify, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 252 -Dead End Sequels III

We have returned with another installment of our Dead End Sequels series and this time we are discussing “Alligator II: The Mutation” (1991 – Grizz), “Another Wolfcop” (2017 – Vinny) and “The Town That Dreaded Sundown (2014- Professor). Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 251 - Space Invaders! A Roundtable Discussion

A few years ago, we had a discussion on alien encounter movies but we always planned to widen the scope with looking at alien invasion movies. Well now is that time, so join us as we discuss the different eras of alien invasion cinema, what makes these movies work and some of the better offerings over the years. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 250 - The Psycho Franchise

Over a decade ago we started talking horror movies in front of microphones and somehow, we have now made it to our 250^th episode! So, join the party with us and listen in as we discuss the 4 Psycho movies with Anthony Perkins and some of the surprising reactions we had with them. The Psycho franchise is always ripe for discovery with fans who have summarily dismissed them for besmirching a classic IP, so consider this episode the perfect introduction if you are new to the sequels. Lastly, we are proud to have had our podcast journey reach this far, so thank you dear listeners for joining us along the way. We hope you enjoy going a little mad with us on this episode now. Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and our blog!

Midwest Monsters Episode 249 - The Monster Mash 61

New mash episode is now available and this time we are discussing: "The Lair of the White Worm" (1988 - Grizz), "Gojira" (1954 - Vinny) and  "The Wolf of Snow Hollow" (2020 - Professor). Join us for an interesting discussion on diverse films- available now on itunes, Spotify, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 248 - Top 10s - The 2000s

We are back to rank more favorites by decade and this time it is the 2000's. Listen in to hear what impacted us heavily and what has aged well for us. Available now on itunes, Spotify, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 247 - Elvira

Join us as we discuss Cassandra Peterson, her career, fascinating journey and her iconic, beloved Elvira character. Available now on itunes, Spotify, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 246 – The Silent Night Deadly Night Franchise

‘Tis the season for spending time with friends and of course watching some seasonal horror! So before we take a short break for the holidays we are enjoying both on this Midwest Monsters Family Christmas episode, as we tackle the “Silent Night, Deadly Night” Franchise with good friends of the show Jason “ the McRib” McCullough and Brent “They’re Coming To Get You” Terhune. This episode is now available on itunes, podbean and our blog. We will return with new episodes again on February 1^st but until then, we are wishing you safe and happy holidays. Thanks for listening and we will see you in 2024!

Midwest Monsters Episode 245 - The Monster Mash 60

It may be Christmas season but its business as usual here with us! We are back with another Monster Mash and this time we are looking at “Ed Wood” (1994 – Vinny), “Barbarian” (2022 – Grizz) and “The Masque of the Red Death” (1964 – Professor). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog.  Thanks for listening!