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Midwest Monsters

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Four Guys from Indiana talking about all things horror!
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Midwest Monsters Episode 183 - The Monster Mash 51

Its time for another Mash episode! This time around we take a look at "High Tension" (2003-Grizz), "I Am Legend" (2007-Vinny), "One Cut of the Dead" (2017 - Prof) and "The Dark and the Wicked" (2020 - Toddy). Thanks for listening!

Apr 01, 20211 hr 35 minEp. 124

Midwest Monsters Episode 182 - The Underworld Franchise

We have jumped into another franchise and this time its the "Underworld" films. Join us as we work our way through the 5 entries filled with Vampires, Lycans and latex (oh my!). Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Mar 15, 20211 hr 29 minEp. 123

Midwest Monsters Episode 181 - The Dracula Legacy

We return and this time we are tackling another massive genre character in Dracula. Stoker’s story, like its title character, has remained vital for nearly 125 years now, and on this episode we’re taking a look at the countless adaptations of Stoker’s genre classic. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Mar 01, 20211 hr 42 minEp. 122

Midwest Monsters Episode 180 - Horror Documentaries II

We’re back and this time we return with our next installment of Horror Documentaries as we take a look at 4 different docs, each selected by one of your co-hosts. Just a head’s up that we had some technical issues with recording on zoom because well pandemic, so the quality suffers at times. However, we think these films and the conversation are too good to let glitches spoil things, so we hope you’ll stick with us as the snow dumps down this week. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and ...

Feb 15, 20211 hr 43 minEp. 121

Midwest Monsters Episode 179 - The Monster Mash 50

It’s time for a new mash! Join us as we take a look at “Mom and Dad” (2017-Grizz), “We Are Still Here” (2015-Prof), “Primal Rage”(2018-Vinny) and “Ready or Not”(2019-Toddy). Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Feb 01, 20211 hr 32 minEp. 120

Midwest Monsters Episode 178 - True Crime 10 - Robert Hansen and "The Frozen Ground"

We’ve worked our way through seasonal viewings and are now back on schedule with our next True Crime installment. On this episode we examine the unique and compelling case of Robert Hansen, who was a serial killer that operated around Anchorage, Alaska in the early 1980s. Alongside that case we also take a look the much-maligned “The Frozen Ground” which brought much of that story to the big screen. Available now iTunes, Podbean, Mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Jan 15, 20211 hr 4 minEp. 119

Midwest Monsters Episode 176 - More Christmas Horror

We have returned with more Yuletide terror this holiday season! On this episode we take a look at "Elves" (1989-Toddy), "Don't Open Till Christmas" (1984-Professor), "Jack Frost 2: Revenge of the Mutant Killer Snowman" (2000-Vinny) and "Better Watch Out" (2016-Grizz). As always thanks for checking in and happy holidays!

Dec 15, 20201 hr 40 minEp. 117

Midwest Monsters Episode 174 -The Monster Mash 49

We return with another mash and this time we take a look at "Blood Rage" (1987 - Professor), "Brain Damage" (1988 - Vinny), "Dead Silence" (2007 - Toddy) and "The Skeleton Key" (2005 - Grizz). Available now on iTunes, Podbean, Mixcloud and our Blog. Thanks for listening!

Nov 15, 20201 hr 23 minEp. 115

Midwest Monsters Episode 172 - The Night of the Demons Franchise

We’re back and tackling another franchise! One that’s certainly fitting for the Halloween season, with lots of Halloween partying- The “Night of the Demons” Franchise is next up. Consisting of an original trilogy and a remake, NOTD covers very familiar but very popular territory for horror fans; so have a listen as we break down the highs and lows of this festive franchise. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Oct 15, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 113

Midwest Monsters Episode 171 - Horror Documentaries

Your favorite same old voices but back with a new topic - Horror Documentaries! Join us for this episode where we take a look at 4 different ones in "Best Worst Movie"(2009-Vinny), "Halloween in A Box"(2019-Todd) "Room 237"(2012-Professor) and "The American Scream"(2012-Grizz). Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. And as always, thanks for listening!

Oct 01, 20201 hr 18 minEp. 112

Episode 170 - Halloween Traditions

For many of us Halloween season is already underway or right around the corner. Join us as we take a break from movies on this episode and chat about the Halloween season and what its always meant to us. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Sep 15, 20201 hr 32 minEp. 111

Midwest Monsters Episode 169 - The Monster Mash 48

Time for another mash and this time we cover The Old Dark House (Vinny), Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (Todd), The Taking of Deborah Logan (Grizz) and The Cabin in the Woods (Professor). Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Sep 01, 20201 hr 21 minEp. 110

Midwest Monsters Episode 168 - The Howling Franchise

The time has come for another franchise and this one was no easy task but we suffer for you! On this episode we are joined by fellow horror nerd Jason McCullough, who is also a friend and supporter of the show; so join us as we navigate our way through all eight Howling films. Woof is right. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. As always, thanks for listening!

Aug 15, 20201 hr 38 minEp. 109

Midwest Monsters Episode 166 - The Monster Mash 47

Join us for another Monster Mash! On this episode we cover Black Sabbath (1963-Professor), Arachnophobia (1990-Toddy), Beyond the Gates (2016-Grizz) and Brightburn (2019-Vinny). Available now on iTunes, Podbean, Mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Jul 15, 20201 hr 17 minEp. 107

Midwest Monsters Episode 165 - The "I Know What You Did Last Summer" Trilogy

Just in time for your 4th of July weekend, we are taking a look at the “I Know What You Did Last Summer” Trilogy. Remember kids, be careful this holiday and if you make a mistake be sure to own it. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Jul 01, 20201 hrEp. 106

Midwest Monsters Episode 164 - Apocalyptic Cinema

It’s the end of the world as we know it! Okay maybe not but challenging times for sure and so for this episode we got together to discuss highlights of apocalyptic and post-apocalyptic cinema, highlights of this sub-genre and ultimately what makes these films so appealing. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Jun 15, 20201 hr 13 minEp. 105

Midwest Monsters Episode 163 - The Monster Mash 46

The world has undergone many changes and setbacks but not your favorite horror dorks and the Monster Mash! Join us this time as we take a look at 4 more random selections in “Jennifer’s Body” (2009-Prof), “Spider Baby”(1967-Vinny) “Parasite” (1982-Toddy) and “Midsommar”(2019-Grizz). Now available on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. We hope everyone is doing well and thanks for listening.

Jun 01, 20201 hr 48 minEp. 104

Midwest Monsters Episode 162 - When a Stranger Calls

We return with another remotely recorded episode ad we get work to get better at navigating the new process. So sit in with us as we take a look at another genre property and this time it’s “When a Stranger Calls” along with its sequel and remake! If you have a few minutes (and we know most of you do) give us a rating and review on iTunes to help our exposure. We hope everyone is staying safe and well- thanks as always for listening!

May 15, 202052 minEp. 103

Midwest Monsters Episode 161 - The Paranormal Activity Franchise

As we are all navigating through these crazy and uncertain times, your four favorite, nerdy co-hosts are back to some normalcy, as we work our way through the Paranormal Activity Franchise on this episode. So join us for our first remote recording experience and please bear with us as we work on improving quality and getting used to this new experience. We hope all of you are doing well, staying safe and will let us distract you for an hour. Thanks for listening!

May 01, 20201 hr 4 minEp. 102

Midwest Monsters Episode 160 - John Carpenter Revisited

As we revisit major topics from our early episodes, we look to improve both in quality and include the thoughts of co-hosts who weren't present then and this time we are taking another stab at the work of John Carpenter. Available now on iTunes, Podbean, mixcloud and our blog. We hope all of you are doing well and staying safe. Thanks for listening!

Apr 15, 20201 hr 8 minEp. 101

Midwest Monsters Episode 159 - The Monster Mash 45

On this mash we take a look at "The Dead Pit" (1989 - Grizz), "The Omega Man" (1971 - Vinny) "Alone in the Dark" (1982- Prof) and "Plan 9 From Outer Space" (1959 - Toddy). Available now on iTunes, Podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening and stay safe everyone!

Apr 01, 202058 minEp. 100

Episode 158 - True Crime 8 - Henry Lee Lucas & "Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer"

We return with another installment in our True Crime series and this time its the case of Henry Lee Lucas and the movie loosely based on it, "Henry Portrait of a Serial Killer". Available now on iTunes, Podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening! We hope everyone is doing okay - stay safe everyone!

Mar 15, 202052 minEp. 99

Midwest Monsters Episode 157 - The Ring Trilogy (US)

Well, we checked this trilogy out but waited 7 days to record this, so this may be our last episode. Listen in as we take a look at the 3 American “Ring” films for better or for worse. Available now on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog! Thanks for checking in and if you have a moment please leave us a rating and review on iTunes to help spread the word!

Feb 27, 202055 minEp. 98

Midwest Monsters Episode 156 - The Monster Mash 44

Join us for another mash as take a look at “The Devils Rain” (1975-Grizz), “The City of Lost Children” (1995-Vinny), “Lake Mungo” (2008-Professor) and “Cruising” (1980-Toddy). Now available on iTunes, podbean, mixcloud and our blog. Thanks for listening!

Feb 15, 20201 hr 30 minEp. 97

Midwest Monsters Episode 155 - Stephen King Revisited

All hail the King! Stephen King’s reign of terror over readers and viewers has been atop the genre for nearly half a century now. His success is unparalleled and continues to regenerate itself in new generations and the kids who were once young, fascinated fans are now the critics, producers and directors. “Carrie” catapulted him into the American horror lexicon and here we are entering 2020 with just as much relevant King material in recent memory and in front of us, as there have ever has been...

Feb 01, 20201 hr 12 minEp. 96

Midwest Monsters Episode 154 - The Amityville Horror

What began with a tragedy and followed with rumors of hauntings over 40 years ago has since transformed into a massive horror/true crime/paranormal cash cow along the way. Join us as we navigate through the origins of The Amityville Horror and up through the film franchise. Available now on iTunes, Podbean, mixcloud and our blog. We hope you enjoy!

Jan 15, 20201 hr 20 minEp. 95
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