The crew start season 2 with a look at the 1951 Sci-Fi classic, "The Thing from Another World", and launch their state-of-the-art 10 shot-glass movie rating system . . . all without the help or interference of their murderous computer, HAL Jr. Pretend Bartender Dave subjected himself to the "North Pole"cocktail, which he discovered after an arduous journey into his Mr. Boston’s Bartender Guide 1 Egg White (1 oz.) 1/2 oz. Lemon Juice – Dave used 1/4 oz. 1/2 oz. Maraschino – Dave used 3/4 oz. 1 oz...
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 36
Mary, Scott and Dave wrap up their first season with a look at Coppola's "Bram Stoker's Dracula" and Mary introduces the "Red Dress" cocktail. Yum! "The Red Dress" Cocktail 1 oz. Cognac .5 oz. Cherry Liqueur .5 oz. Amaretto Dash or two of Pechaud's Bitters Stir in Old Fashioned glass, add ice and garnish with cherry Visit our website: http://www.monstermoviehappyhour.com/ Chat with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monstersndri ... Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/monstersndrinks Music cr...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 35
The crew watch 1953's iconic "Beast from 20,000 Fathoms", featuring the amazing stop-motion effects of Ray Harryhausen and a pretty cool 1950's apartment interior. Dave introduces the "Whiskey Smash" in honor of the Arctic opening of the movie and the hard whiskey-drinking actor, Lee van Cleef, who plays the REAL hero of the movie. Cheers! "Whiskey Smash" 2 oz. of Whiskey 1/2 of a lemon, quartered 7 mint leaves 1 tbsp simple syrup (or a sugar cube with splash of soda water) crushed ice Muddle mi...
Oct 06, 2020•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 34
The crew virtually heads south to the edge of Antarctica, where they spend time fending for themselves and watching 2017's lighthouse horror film, "Cold Skin". The murderous computer HAL Junior has once again confined everyone to their chambers, so a Zoom recording was necessary. "The Antarctica" cocktail 1 1/2 oz Gin 3/4 oz Chartreuse dash Orange Bitters Stir with ice, pour into a Coupe Glass or a Jelly Jar, as Mary does. Enjoy! Visit our website: http://www.monstermoviehappyhour.com/ Chat with...
Sep 20, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 33
The crew are once again confined to the chambers of the Deep Dark Lounge by their murderous computer, HAL Junior, and spend their time sipping cocktails and watching monster movies. This time out, they watch and chat about 1958's "It - The Terror From Beyond Space" and Scott gives his cocktail recipe a serious testing. A VERY serious testing . . . "The Terror"cocktail - (Note - NOT named for the failed 1845-48 Franklin Expedition OR the 1963 Roger Corman movie.) In a Collin's glass with ice, com...
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 32
We have a lovely chat with actors Jemima West and Christopher Dane, as well as director and co-writer Henk Pretorious, about their supernatural horror film, "The Unfamiliar". We enjoy hearing about the filmmaking process, and they graciously gave us plenty of stories from the making of this dark and twisting tale. Cheers to the folks who make the movies - we appreciate all your hard work! For more information on “The Unfamiliar”, visit the unfamilarmovie.com
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 31
A good time was had by all while watching Dario Argento's 1977 "Suspiria" . . . perhaps too good. There are a lot of false starts and endings to our rambling conversation, which encompasses everything from door knockers and "The Last Drive In with Joe Bob Briggs" to (euphemistic) 'night sticks' and . . . the ACTUAL MOVIE. This was recorded outside, in Dave's backyard drive-in theater, complete with the sound of overhead planes and speeding cars. This time around there is a special "Giallo" inspi...
Aug 19, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 30
The crew watch Corman's 1960 "The House of Usher" from the backyard Drive-In of the Deep Dark Lounge. Curiously, while the overheard air traffic and passing cars were loud enough, the murderous computer HAL Jr. was noticeably quiet . . . should we be concerned? In honor of star Vincent Price's role as America's (literal) arbiter of taste, everybody made a dish to share and Scott made "Vincent Price's New Fashioned Cocktail". Yum. Vincent Price’s New Fashioned Cocktail 1 lump of sugar 3 dashes An...
Aug 05, 2020•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 29
There is no episode this week - we are on vacation!!!!!! By the way, our murderous computer, HAL Jr, doesn't know we have sneaked out. Shhhhhh . . . .
Jul 29, 2020•1 min
Minnesota illustrator and comic artist Brent Schoonover swings by the Deep Dark Lounge - via ZOOM - to talk about his work in the industry, which includes a LOT of familiar material. Trust us, you have most likely seen his artwork . . . Frankenberry, anyone? Ant-Man? Batman? Superman? How about Ash vs Evil Dead????? His most recent endeavor is the amazing "Devil's Highway": https://awastudios.net/series/devils-highway/ Check out his website: http://brentschoonover.com/ You can watch this intervi...
Jul 21, 2020•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 28
From their comfy chairs in the backyard (?) Drive-In of the Deep Dark Lounge, the crew watch Mary's boyfriend, Sir Christopher Lee, in Hammer's 1958 "The Horror of Dracula". Ambient sound from the mosquito-infested above-ground environment includes the occasional passing jet, car or ice cream truck. Yes, you read that correctly. Owing to the heat, the special cocktail and their evident joy at being together within 6 to 8 feet of each other, Mary, Scott and Dave are even giddier than usual. Pleas...
Jul 15, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 27
In this Monstrous Musings episode, Scott, Mary and Dave spend a fun evening chatting, by video, with Minneapolis - based Special make-up FX artist, Ryan Schaddelee. While there was no unique cocktail for the evening, Ryan's enthusiasm was, in itself, a tonic for our dark, twisted souls . . . Cheers! See Ryans' work here: https://www.outpost31productions.com/ And - feel free to actually WATCH this interview on our YouTube channel! https://youtu.be/-OmzA0UXTTY Our theme music was created and perfo...
Jul 08, 2020•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 26
The crew set up an outdoor theater behind the Deep Dark Lounge and watch Boris Karloff in the underrated 1945 gothic tale, "Isle of the Dead'. This episode also includes an audio recording of the time they discovered a "Book of the Dead" while searching for the murderous computer HAL Junior's hidden control panel. The special cocktail, given the Greek island locale, is Ouzo and Coke! 1 shot of Ouzo 1/2 shot of Blue Curacao 6 oz. cola-flavored soda Pretty simple - poor the Ouzo and Blue Curacao o...
Jul 01, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 25
For the first time in ages, the murderous computer HAL Junior lets the crew outside for a few hours, and they record a new episode - this time it's all about 2014's romantic body horror film, "Spring". You will hear occasional background noise as vehicles pass by, but the recording turned out better than it had any right to! To top things off, Mary created a new cocktail for the occasion, and it is MOST refreshing. Enjoy! “Spring” Cocktail 1.5 oz. gin .5 oz. crème de violette .5 oz. honey Juice ...
Jun 16, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 24
The crew wrap up their 2-part chat with independent comic creator and cohost of the Castle of Horror Podcast, Drew Edwards. This time around, Drew talks about his life's work, the comic "Halloween Man" and the love of his life, Jamie Bahr. He also offers up a unique non-alcoholic "mocktail" in honor of the occasion. Drew’s Dilophosaurus Venom Mocktail and Milkshake 2 scoops of Ben and Jerry's “Brownie Batter” ice cream 2 scoops of Greek Gods Greek Yogurt, honey flavored 1/2 cup Silk Sweet and Cr...
Jun 09, 2020•32 min•Ep. 23
From separate chambers in the Deep Dark Lounge, Scott and Dave drag Mary down their own personal memory lanes and introduce her to 1955's classic Big Bug movie, "Tarantula". Their murderous, malfunctioning computer, HAL Jr, seems to be letting down his guard a bit. Hmmm . . . Scott whips up a tasty batch of: "Dr. Deemer's Tarantula Venom Cocktail" 3/4 oz coconut cream 3 oz Pina Colada mix 1/2 oz cream 1 1/2 oz Malibu rum with pineapple liqueur Pour into shaker with ice and shake like mad! Pour i...
May 27, 2020•57 min•Ep. 22
In the first half of a two-part episode, the crew sit down and talk dinosaurs and the Jurassic Park movies with Drew Edwards, the writer/creator of the long running underground comic Halloween Man, and a regular castmate of the Castle of Horror Podcast. Visit our website: http://www.monstermoviehappyhour.com/ Chat with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monstersndri ... Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/monstersndrinks Music created by Kevin MacLeod. You can hear more of his work at: https:...
May 20, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 21
Mary, Scott and Dave watch a Happy Hour favorite, 2012's "Grabbers". The crew universally enjoy the likeable characters; the slimy, tentacled monster; and the raucous pub scenes . . . time for a field trip to Ireland? The cocktail this time is a "Guiness Dark and Stormy" Juice of 1 lime 2 oz. Blueberry syrup 2 oz Dark rum add ice to glass Guinness Draft poured over the mix - almost fill glass. Top with ginger beer Visit our website: http://www.monstermoviehappyhour.com/ Chat with us on Facebook:...
May 12, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 20
The crew have a wonderful time chatting with author Jason Henderson about his coming-of-age horror novel, "The Book Man", which he describes as 'Gidget with Demons.' Among other things, Jason is also the host of The Castle of Horror Podcast, and we sort of have a crush on those folks . . . Jason Henderson's website can be found by clicking HERE. "The Book Man" can be found by clicking HERE. The Castle of Horror Podcast can be found MANY places, but you can go there immediately by clicking HERE. ...
May 11, 2020•53 min•Ep. 19
The crew hunker down in their isolated chambers but still manage to watch 1970's "Equinox", a low - budget movie that brought us special effects wizards Dennis Muren, Dave Allen and Jim Danforth. It also brought us Frank Bonner, the man who played Herb on "WKRP in Cincinnati." What's there not to love???? Mary and Scott foolishly allow Dave to create another cocktail - guess what? This one ALSO has a hint of anise flavor in it. Surprised? The Equinox cocktail 3 ounces Calvados (French apple bran...
Apr 29, 2020•59 min•Ep. 18
We discuss 1978's "Invasion of the Body Snatchers", with our friends, the hardened veterans of the Castle of Horror podcast, and we have a BLAST! If you have NOT listened to the Castle of Horror podcast, check them out here - https://www.spreaker.com/show/castle-of-horror-podcast Visit our website: http://www.monstermoviehappyhour.com/ Chat with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/monstersndri ... Our Twitter: https://twitter.com/monstersndrinks Music created by Kevin MacLeod. You can hear ...
Apr 23, 2020•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 17
In their first full episode since the "lockdown" began, the crew discuss 1954's monster classic, "The Creature from the Black Lagoon" and deal with HAL Junior's obstinate nature. They manage to talk a LOT. Even more than usual. Trust us . . . The Creature from the Black Lagoon cocktail To an iced shaker, add: 2 oz Cachaca 2 oz Midori 1 oz Coconut Rum 1 oz lime juice 1 oz pineapple juice Shake until cold, strain into Highball glass, ¼ full of ice Set full lime slice on top of drink, pour 1 oz Spi...
Apr 15, 2020•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 16
The crew encounter the ancient, slumbering horror that IS "Caltiki, the Immortal Monster", a 1959 Italian film that was (in part) an early effort by horror maestro Mario Bava. We also sample a "unique" cocktail . . . Note - This is the last episode that was recorded before Scott spilled a toxic liquid on the floor of the Deep Dark Lounge, forcing everyone to seek indefinite shelter in separate chambers. As a result, the sound quality is better than what will inevitably follow for the foreseeable...
Apr 01, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 15
In this Monstrous Musings episode, the crew chat with the folks from Pollen Path Entertainment, who, at the time of this post, are trying to finance their feature-length horror film, "Captive". Owing to the restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 outbreak, this long-distance episode was recorded using Zoom technology and the audio quality is less than stellar. Nevertheless, we felt it was important that we share this honest, behind-the-scenes look at the work required to bring monsters to the scree...
Mar 31, 2020•30 min•Ep. 14
In this short episode, the first "Monstrous Musings", the crew chat about making cocktails and a drinking game for the live tweet and viewing of "Friday 13th, The Final Chapter" with the Mutant Family, Joe Bob Briggs and Darcy the Mail Girl. We also now have a template for Mary's ideal man. "Where the Hell's the Corkscrew" cocktail 5 Serrano peppers, sliced 12 ounces mezcal 2 ounces Aperol 1 pint chilled blood orange juice Ice 8 blood orange wheels (for garnish) In a pitcher, muddle the Serrano ...
Mar 18, 2020•31 min•Ep. 13
Mary, Scott and Dave join forces with the folks at the Mutant Cafe cooking show and provide the cocktail for a Twitter viewing of Ed Wood's 1955 B-movie, "Bride of the Monster". Meanwhile, Dave's wife, Patricia Bauer - a teacher and the REAL power behind the Deep Dark Lounge - rescues the crew as they get lost in the Arctic with the doomed 1845 Franklin Expedition. True story . . . Bride of the Monster Cocktail Ingredients: · 1 Tbsp seedless blackberry, boysenberry or black current jam · 1 tsp v...
Mar 11, 2020•48 min•Ep. 12
Mary, Scott and Dave encounter a deadly lava lamp and experience Richard Stanley's 2020 H.P. Lovecraft adaptation, "Color Out of Space'. Will they be driven MAD by all the awesomeness? Will they survive Scott's horrific Antediluvian Martini? Will Dave manage to keep the conversation on task? Listen to find out. "The color . . . the color . . . the color . . ." Antediluvian Martini 4- frozen raspberries Add crushed ice / dry ice 1 oz - lemon juice .75 oz - simple syrup .75 oz - vermouth 1.5 oz - ...
Mar 04, 2020•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 11
The crew climb aboard the creaking, oddball - yet strangely charming - "Horror Express", a 1972 sci-fi/horror film starring Peter Cushing and Mary's boyfriend, Christopher Lee. Even though this may be her favorite trip of all time, Mary jumps off, and the boys are left to continue the increasingly dangerous journey through Siberia on their own. Brrr . . . "Trans-Siberian Express" cocktail The following ingredients should be poured in a shaker. 1.5 oz Gin .75 oz Lime juice .5 oz Vermouth .25 oz C...
Feb 19, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 10
Under assault from blowing winds, Mary, Scott and Dave hunker down in the Deep Dark Lounge. A shot of bourbon and a glass of refreshing, non-alcoholic sarsaparilla fortify the crew's nerves as they watch and discuss Emma Tammi's 2018 supernatural western horror film, "The Wind". To relieve their sense of isolation and growing despair, they chat about the recent BBC "Dracula" adaptation, "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" and an alternate universe filled to overflowing with Scott Chesebrough clones. Shu...
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 9
The crew relish the chance to watch and talk about Guillermo del Toro's 2015 "Crimson Peak". It is a hand's down favorite of all three, and they "wax eloquent" . . . at least until Mary's "Old Fashioned" cocktails kick in. Oh, brother. The main drink for the evening was, appropriately, "The Crimson Cocktail." (You will have to ask Mary about her "Old Fashioned" recipe - the boys are sworn to secrecy.) * 4 ounces pomegranate juice * 2 ounces vodka * 2 ounces amaretto * 1/2 ounce lemon juice fresh...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 8
