Welcome to Brain Rot The podcast that takes a deep dive into the BEST WORST HORROR movies of the 80s & 90s. Those films that are 'so bad, they're good'. Each episode, Stevie (your VHS Veteran) welcomes a new guest into the trash heap. With guest-hosts ranging from horror know-it-all's to horror not-at-all's, these B-Movie bangers get dissected and immortalised in all their gory glory. So open THE GATE, grab some POPCORN, hold on to your GHOULIES and TROLL these films with us. See what I did there? That's THE STUFF we like. Toodles!
Well, Rotters... the time has come. For the FINAL episode of Brain Rot, I'm joined by the one and only Mates of Hell (Alex Ayling and Brad Hanson) to discuss 1995's RUMPELSTILTSKIN Toodles xx ————
What's up, Rotters! For the final episode of Vicious Varsity (and penultimate episode of Brain Rot), I'm joined by long time Brain Rot sufferer Louise Blain to discuss the 1981 Giallo-Slasher hybrid NIGHT SCHOOL ————
What's up, Rotters! We're back....but not for long. If you haven't heard already, Brain Rot only has three episodes remaining until we pull down the shutters on our VHS store for good. But boy, do we have some corkers to go out with. Today, long time Brain Rot contributor Matt Draper drops by for our final main feed outing together to discuss SILENT MADNESS from 1984 ————
What's up, Rotters! This week, we're coming to you with a bonus episode from the Patreon vault. Earlier this year, Mike Muncer joined me to discuss the wonderfully sleazy, late 80s slasher/thriller OUT OF THE DARK and as a little early Xmas treat, I'm giving you a prezzie in the form of one of my favourite episodes in recent history. For nearly 150 more bonus epsidoes, just head to Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles!
What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by two of my favourite guests Joe La Scola and Sean O'Rourke aka Movie Dumpster to discuss the TROMA trashterpice GIRLS SCHOOL SCREAMERS (1986) Although not originally a TROMA produced movie, once Lloyd and the gang got their hands on it, they made sure to add some unmistakable TROMA touches such as worms, meat hooks and swamp creatures. Do they belong in this movie? Absolutely not. Do they improve this movie? Absolutely. Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! Class is back in session Today, Vicious Varsity continues after our two week hiatus to discuss the 1988 H.P. Lovecraft adaptation THE UNNAMABLE Whilst the VHS cover art for this movie is emblazoned on my mind, I'd never actually plucked up the courage to rent it and so I decided... it's time! I'm joined by the brilliant Justin and B-Ratty of Epic Film Guys! Having previously appeared on the show to discuss movies like Killer Klowns from Outer Space and Demons, their contribution to Vicious Varsity was non-negotiable ————
What's up, Rotters! This week, Zoran Gvojic (Dead Meat) returns to the Rot to discuss Hell High aka Raging Fury from 1989. A mix of revenge slasher and prank gone wrong chiller, Hell High plays with the tropes whilst managing to keep you guessing. Well...it kept ME guessing... Zoran saw it all coming. Obvs. Toodles! ————
Happy Halloween, Rotters! For this year's Halloween special, I'm joined by my good friend and Brain Rot regular JOSHUA TONKS to discuss the almost infamous 'non-Myers' Halloween movie - Halloween III: Season of the Witch from 1982 We discuss the movie's production history, the franchise as a whole and even give our personal rankings for the entire movie series. Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! This week, listener favourite Cody Jamison Strand returns to discuss the TROMA Trashterpiece Class of Nuke 'Em High from 1986 This movie is a firm favourite within B-Movie fandoms and Vicious Varsity would not be complete wihtout its inclusion. From toxic waste monsters to problematic makeup choices, it's time to enroll in the ultimate school of slime ☢️ Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! This week, we're taking a look at the criminally obscure THE MAJORETTES from 1986 (or 1987 depending on where you look) To discuss this bonkers movie, I'm joined by the brilliant author, critic, screenwriter and podcaster BJ COLANGELO If you're not already following her podcast THIS ENDS AT PROM whcih she co-hosts with her wife Harmony... rectify that immediately Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by my Mates of Hell buddies Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson to discuss the 1986 slasher SORORITY HOUSE MASSACRE. The three of us have covered so many Fulci movies over on Patreon that sometimes it's nice to let them out of their cages for a palete cleanser. Expect microphone-distorting laughter, close to the bone one-liners and extreme diversions. Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! For episode 3 of Vicious Varsity I'm joined by William Hanson - the UK's leading etiquette coach, best selling author and co-host of the enormously popular podcast "Help I Sexted My Boss" We discuss the 1989 Brad Pitt lead slasher - Cutting Class. With its clumsy exposition and noble attemps at satire, this late 80s Trashterpiece had Brain Rot written all over it. Toodles! ————
What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of Vicious Varsity, I'm joined by Becky Darke and Mike Muncer aka the Dream Warriors to discuss the truly unhinged and joyous KILLER PARTY (1986) This Canadian sorority slasher has hidden low on the radar for decades but we decided it's time for it to show itself! With its indecipherable timeline and hilariously ambiguous killer identity, it deserves a place on the Brain Rot shelf. ————
What's up, Rotters. We're back. And class is in session. For the first epsiode of Season 5 - Vicious Varsity, I'm joined once again by the incredible multi-hyphenate Michael Varrati In this lesson, we discuss the 1986 prank-gone-wrong slasher SLAUGHTER HIGH
What's up, Rotters! Today we're dropping a bonus episode from the Patreon vault in which Dream Warriors (Becky Darke and Mike Muncer) discuss the 1982 Canadian slasher CURTAINS. Recorded December 2022. This episode is to also announce SEASON 5 of Brain Rot! Coming this summer, the new season will have a theme... For 12 episodes, the series will be entitled VICIOUS VARSITY and will be covering a slew of College/Sorority/High School slashers ranging from mainstream titles like Graduation Day to deep cuts like The Majorettes Pledge now and let the hazing commence www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! To commemorate Donald Trump's financial fraud case, I'm dropping a bonus Mates of Hell episode from the Patreon vault - The New York Ripper (1982) One ripped off New York, one rips through New York. Tenuous, but made it work. If you haven't seen the movie, trigger warnings for discussion of SA For all back-catalogue Mates of Hell episodes, just head to Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot
Merry Christmas, Rotters! For the final episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' and FINAL episode of Season 4 of Brain Rot - The Mates of Hell reconvene to finish what we started. In our 4th and final (for now) YouTube episode, we let the Brain Rot patreon subscribers choose the movie.... and they did us dirty
What's up, Rotters! Our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' continues as me and the boys (Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson) sit down to chat about the awkwardly inbred-nazi themed ELVES (1989) To get the full visual experience (including my stunning elf costume), head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot For everything else : www.SteviesBrainRot.com Recorded and filmed at www.OutsetStudio.com
What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' we're tackling Charles Band's 2005 Trashterpiece - The Gingerdead Man. For extra viewing pleasure, head over to our Youtube channel to watch the epsidoe in all it's festive glory YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! Welcome to the first episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas'. This episode is out first EVER YouTube ep. If you'd like to watch it (rather than just listen to it) just head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot and click subscribe. We have a very exciting line-up of video episodes, so don't miss out. In this first discussion, we tackle the 1997 Trashterpiece - JACK FROST ⛄️ Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week, casting associate Chandra Ruegg returns to discuss the 1988 VHS rarity - LONE WOLF As most of you are aware, I'm NOT a fan of werewolf movies, but it would be unfair for me to not include ANY on the show. And so, I gave it a go
What's up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by buddy and host of KVIKMYNDAPOD (linktree below) ROB WATTS. We discuss the Italian Alien rip-off CONTAMINATION (1980) Tuneful eggs, a south American caper and exploding torsos? Yes please. Check out Rob's Podcast here https://linktr.ee/kvikmyndapod For all Brain Rot links including Patreon and Merch Store: Steviesbrainrot.com
What's up, Rotters! Here's our slightly delayed HALLOWEEN episode in which Tori Allen-Martin returns to discuss the 1984 slasher ROCKTOBER BLOOD Next week, we will be moving our new episodes to Thursdays for the rest of the series before we kick off our 'A Mates Of Hell Xmas' season. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week, Emily Head returns to discuss the 1989 TROMA movie about a killer lawnmower (yes, seriously) BLADES. Golf, Blood, Blades and Mud? Count me in. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's Up, Rotters! This week, the most excellent Michael Varrati returns to Brain Rot to discuss the 1989 Stephen King anthology movie - CAT'S EYE Which is your favourite out of Quitters Inc,The Ledge and General? Let us know by finding us on the socials here: www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! Our mid-season break is over and we're ready to kick off SPOOOOOKY SEASON
What's up, Rotters! Our mid-season break is coming to an end! To get you in the seasonal spirit before we continue next week with Phantasm, I'm inviting you to the drive-in to catch a matinee of last year's special Halloween episode HACK-O-LANTERN with Sophie Ellis-Bextor. This was such a fun and festive episode to record and so, here it is again. I also update you on what's coming up on both the main feed and Patreon. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's Up, Rotters! This week, joshua Tonks joins me to discuss the 1984 slasher THE INITIATION I have to say, it's a bit of a banger. SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week we're discussing one of my favourite 80s horror Trashterpieces of all time: DEMONI/DEMONS from Lamberto Bava. Produced by Dario Argento and with a soundtrack featuring some of the sickest rock songs, this practical, gooey, FIVE STAR movie has been on my list to cover for a long time. Joining me to discuss are the awesome dudes from Epic Film Guys (Justin, Jeremy and Brady) and it was such a pleasure to have them back on the show. Make sure you go subscribe to their podcast BRAIN STEW. Enjoy! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
Whats up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by actor and director Colin A. Borden to discuss the very oddly toned SWEET SIXTEEN (1983). Directed by the controversial Jim Sotos, this movie does all the unraveling secretly and leaves the audience like SORRY, WHAT?! But that of course, makes it a perfect Brain Rot victim. www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! It's time to activate BEAST MODE
What's up, Rotters? This week my partner-in-slime MATT DRAPER returns to discuss George A Romero's MONKEY SHINES (1988) Adapted from the 1983 novel of the same name, this was Romero's first studio movie. It was also the movie that sent him straight back to independant movie making. Let's find out why.... Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by one half of the awesome MOVIE DUMPSTER podcast and YouTube channel - Sean! We discuss Tobe Hooper's 1976 killer croc hicksploitation movie EATEN ALIVE. Toodles!
What's up, Rotters! This week we have a DREAM WARRIORS episode for ya! Mike and Becky join me to discuss Harry Bromley Davenport's third entry in his Xtro trilogy- WATCH THE SKIES. Halloween store effects, two versions of Tom Hanks and some visual scaling problems makes this movie an endearing Trashterpice. Toodles! www. SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters Our Dream Warrirors Xtro 3 episode will now drop next Monday. And so, as a little bonus episode, I'm dropping part 1 of my ongoing Patreon audio essay series 'WHY HORROR?', in which I document my personal journey with the genre from the very beginning. Hope you enjoy! Toodles!
What's up, Rotters! This week, The Mates of Hell (Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson) pop their heads out of our Patreon bubble and bring their delicate musings to the masses. We tackle our 6th Fulci movie together in the form of 80s Dance-Horror MURDER ROCK (1984). Strap on your leotards and secure your hat pins, it's a wild ride (obvs) To catch up on all of The Mates of Hell episodes, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com and hit the Patreon button. Toodles!
What's up, Rotters! For our first full movie epsidoe of Season 4, Cody Jamison Strand swings by (with screams and chortles) to discuss Charles Band's 1982 3D creature feature - PARASITE For our social links, Patreon and merch store just head to SteviesBrainRot.com
Welcome back, Rotters! We're kicking off season 4 with a BANG. Or should that be a SLASH? I had the privilege to sit down with my childhood hero and horror icon - ROBERT ENGLUND. In this intro episode, we discuss his wildly extensive career including working with Roger Corman on Galaxy of Terror, his directorial debut 976-EVIL and of course, the Freddy Kruger effect. It was such an honour and a lifelong dream come true. I even asked him for his Elm Street rankings
What's up, Rotters! We've reached the end of the season, *Alexa, play Goodbye by Spice Girls* but what a season it has been. To see us out, I'm joined by RuPaul's Drage Race UK finalist - Ella Vaday - to discuss an odd little entry into our favourite decade, SACRED STIFF (1987). We try to make sense of several moments in the movie; the lamp of appropriation, the lack of communication and the good old 80s patriarchy. If you're not ready to say goodbye, come and join us over on Patreon where we'll be continuing our journey through the best/worst horror movie of the 80s & 90s. All links can be found here: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Toodles!
What's up, Rotters! For the penultimate episode of Season 3 of Brain Rot, I'm joined by the awesome Toni Piluso of Hack the Movies! We sit down to chat about the criminally underrated 1982 home invasion slasher - ALONE IN THE DARK. With huge performances from Jack Palance, Martin Landau and Donald Pleasence, this pre-Freddy New Line shocker packs an impressive punch and includes one of the greatest twist endings in genre cinema. If you wanna keep the trash coming after Season 3 is over, just head to our Patreon page where we will be continuing our journey through 80s and 90s Trashterpieces. Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot For links to our merch store and social media handles, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week we're going DEEP into the 90s to discuss the big budget monster B-Movie DEEP RISING (1998). Returning to join me on this oceanic adventure is one other than the incredible Zoran Gvojic (Dead Meat, Social Mediasochist). This underrated creature feature was a Treat to return to. I suggest you do the same! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot
G'day Rotters! This week we're heading to the outback where a really big pig is really bloody angry. Anna Bogutskaya and Louise Blain join me to discuss the Aussie Trashterpiece RAZORBACK from 1985. www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week we're joined by partner-in-slime Matt Draper to discuss Rick Sloane's 1988 trashterpiece, HOBGOBLINS Apologies for the delay with this episode - Stevie fell very ill over Christmas and all podcasting duties ground to a halt. With the help of Becky Darke and Mike Muncer (listen out for their cameos) we've managed to get this episode together and hope to be back up to speed and full health for next weeks banger. Enjoy! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week we're covering the heartwarming, festive classic The House By The Cemetery by Lucio Fulci. Joining me are Brad Hanson and Alex Ayling aka The Mates Of Hell. We talk Fulci's trademarks, capacious bats and ambiguous endings. The three of us will be reuniting twice more over on Patreon to complete the Gates of Hell trilogy and covering City of the Living Dead & The Beyond. Toodles! www.SteviesBrainRot.com
Ho Ho Ho, Rotters! For this years festive Trashterpiece on Brain Rot, we're making a deep cut and covering British slasher Don't Open Till Christmas (1983). This enjoyable mess of a movie had a troubled production and gave us a movie to salivate over. Joining me is the incredible Filmmaker/Writer & Producer Cat Davies. You can follow Cat on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/KittyCointreau Or check out her website to watch some of her amazing work: www.CatDavies.com To follow Brain Rot on the socials, check out our Merch store or join our Patreon for bonus content, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com
What's up Rotters! This week I'm joined by internet art sensation Jim of Jim'll Paint It! We're taking it back to 1981 to discuss the satanic tech Trashterpiece - Evil Speak. This video nasty wound up banned in the UK for quite some time and so it's only right to give it the Brain Rot treatment. Apologies for my audio quality during the interview, I recorded the wrong microphone input but it doesn't cause too much distraction. Toodles! Follow us on socials, join our Patreon and grab some merch at SteveisBrainRot.com
What's up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Joshua Tonks to discuss one of my favourite 80s slashers EVER - The House on Sorority Row (1982). This movie was a favourite of mine as a kid and (in my opinion) holds up incredibly well and stands out against the oversaturated backdrop of formulaic 80s horror of the time. What do you guys think? Hit us up! OUR NEW SEASON 3 T-Shirts are AVAILABLE IN OUR MERCH STORE. just head to SteveisBrainRot.com to nab one!
What's up, Rotters! This week, we're finally covering the much requested BRAIN DAMAGE from Frank Henenlotter. Joining me to discuss this Trashterpiece are the hosts of the awesome podcasts and Youtube channel MOVIE DUMPSTER, Sean and Joe. This was a pretty special episode and talking to such like-minded fans felt really galvanising. Hit play and join us.. www.SteviesBrainRot.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
What's up, Rotters This week, we're covering George Clooney's movie debut and quite easily the MOST confusing slasher movie I've ever seen - Return To Horror High (1987) A film within a film and people playing multiple parts? Nope. Not a CLUE what you're talking about. Hilariously baffling stuff. Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
Howdy, Rotters! As a little treat while we're on hiatus, I'm dropping this little bonus episode where Louise Blain & Mike Muncer join me to discuss the tripe that is Children of the Corn: Revelation (2001). Over on Patreon, Louise and I covered ALL TEN Children of the Corn movies and had special guests join us to help us harvest. Mike covered three movies with us and I thought I'd give you a wee taste of that sweet sweet corn. If you want to hear the entire journey, just head to Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles!