Midwest Monsters

Midwest Monsters Episode 217 - True Crime 15 - The West Memphis 3 and ”Devil’s Knot”

We are back loyal listeners and this time we are jumping into another true crime case and movie. On this episode we are taking a look at the somber and infuriating case of the Child Murders at Robin Hood Hills, the West Memphis Three and the 2013 film "Devil's Knot". We explore the unique elements of this case like our personal  participation in the case in the past, meeting a key player in it, the extensive documentaries and much, much more. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks as always for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 216 - Aquatic Horror II: Creature Features - A Roundtable Discussion

As Summer wraps up with these dog days of Summer underway, we've got time to get back in the water one more time this year. Join us as we head back to another roundtable discussion on Aquatic horror and this time we are focusing on aquatic creature features! Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog.

Midwest Monsters Episode 215 - The Best and Worst So Far

We have been podcasting for well over 8 years now, which naturally has had us watch quite a few movies along the way.  Join us for a little relaxed-fit discussion on some of our favorite and least-favorite selections we've covered so far. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 214 - Dead End Sequels III

It is time for more Dead End Sequels and this time we are taking a look at "An American Werewolf in Paris" (1997 - Vinny), "American Psycho II: All American Girl" (2002- Grizz), "The Return of Swamp Thing" (1989 - Professor)  and "Gremlins 2: The New Batch" (1990 - Toddy). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 213- The Sleepaway Camp Franchise - A Revisit Special

Summer is in full swing, so we are headed back to Camp Arawak with a revisit to the Sleepaway Camp Franchise! Strange, funny, at times off-putting and charming but always entertaining - this franchise shows its uniqueness throughout - so please join us for the conversation as we take a look at the original trilogy and the much later 4th film. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Man oh man, thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 212 - Summer Blockbusters

As we rapidly approach the heart of summer, we are taking a look back at the "Summer blockbuster" over the years.  Now a staple of the seasonal zeitgeist and a source of great wonder for young viewers, movies like  "The Omen" and "Jurassic Park" have become more than just water cooler talk but rather event viewings and true summer escapism. Join as we start with the 1975 birth of the blockbuster with "Jaws" and work our way through the years; looking at not only what the biggest blockbuster was but also the big horror release as well. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 211 - The Monster Mash 56

Its time for a new episode but a familiar format as we jump into another Mash, so you already know the drill! Four random movies picked by each of us to take a look at and this time we are talking about: The Funhouse (1981 Grizz), Bones (2001 Toddy), The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1997 Vinny) and Lifeforce (1985 Professor). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode 210 - The Prom Night Franchise

Just in time for Prom season, we have returned with the Prom Night Franchise and this time it is just a few days early!  With schedule complications this month, we preferred to get this to you a little earlier rather than late - so be sure to grab your date to the dance and listen to us navigate the unusual Prom Night movies. Now available on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening! 

Midwest Monsters Episode 209 - True Crime 14 - The Onion Field

We are back with another True Crime episode and this time we are taking a look at "The Onion Field". "The Onion Field" was not only an important piece of True Crime writing in the early 70s but it was also adapted into a 1979 film as well, both centering around the tragic events that took place on March 9, 1963. Be sure to join us as we take a look at the case, the book, and the movie now. Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Midwest Monsters Episode208 - Horror Documentaries IV

On this next installment of Horror Documentaries we are discussing "Direct to Video: Straight to Video Horror of the 90s" (2019 - Toddy), "Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk Horror (2021 - Professor), "Haunters: The Art of the Scare" (2017- Vinny) and "American Movie" (1999 - Grizz). Available now on iTunes, podbean and our blog. Thanks for listening!