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Welcome to Cobwebs! The show where we obsess over Gothic movies like Hammer, Vincent Price, Universal Monsters, and all that spooky stuff inbetween.

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    MASTER CARPENTER 9: CHRISTINE & REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE (w/ Matt Bledsoe, Preston Mitchell, & Carmelita Valdez)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2024 166:57


    Today Daniel is joined by Matt Bledsoe, Preston Mitchell, & Carmelita Valdez to discuss the influence of Rebel Without a Cause (1955) on Christine (1983).

    MASTER CARPENTER 6: THE THING & AND THEN THERE WERE NONE (w/ Mark Wanner & Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2023 138:47


    Episode 6 of Master Carpenter, a monthly series where host Daniel talks to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today Daniel is joined by Mark Wanner & Hayden Gilbert to discuss the influence of Agatha Christie and And Then There Were None (1945) on The Thing (1982).

    Ep. 141 - Planning a 24-Hour Horror Marathon Vol. 4! (w/ Matt Bledsoe, Carmelita Valdez, and Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 142:12


    The marathon has risen from the grave AGAIN! Our biggest spooky season tradition is here, so Daniel is joined by Matt Bledsoe (host of the Film Feast podcast), Cris Hurtado (host of the Inside of the Sequel podcast), and Carmelita Valdez to work together to program another perfect 24-hour horror movie marathon. We're talking horror, sharing hot takes, and ending with a Halloween ritual to summon spirits. Enter if you dare! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know about your own Halloween marathon plans!

    MASTER CARPENTER 5: ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK & DEATH WISH (w/ Carmelita Valdez & Larry Sternshein)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 126:50


    Episode 5 of Master Carpenter, a monthly series where host Daniel talks to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today Daniel is joined by Carmelita Valdez & Larry Sternshein to discuss the influence of Death Wish (1974) on Escape From New York (1980).

    MASTER CARPENTER 4: THE FOG & THE CRAWLING EYE (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 179:35


    Episode 4 of Master Carpenter, a monthly series where host Daniel talks to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today Daniel is joined by Hayden Gilbert to discuss the influence of The Crawling Eye (aka The Trollenberg Terror) (1958) on The Fog (1980).

    MASTER CARPENTER 3: HALLOWEEN & SHADOW OF A DOUBT (w/ Movies For Life)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 146:51


    Episode 3 of Master Carpenter, a monthly series where host Daniel talks to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today Daniel is joined by Brian Keiper and Michele Eggen from the Movies For Life podcast to discuss the influence of Alfred Hitchcock's Shadow of a Doubt (1943) on Halloween (1978).

    MASTER CARPENTER 2: ASSAULT ON PRECINCT 13 & RIO BRAVO (w/ Anthony King & Lexy Van Dyke)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2023 92:42


    Episode 2 of Master Carpenter, a monthly series where host Daniel talks to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today Daniel is joined by Anthony King (Cult Movies Podcast) and Lexy Van Dyke (Schooled by Cinema) to discuss the influence of Howard Hawks' Rio Bravo (1959) on Assault on Precinct 13 (1976).

    MASTER CARPENTER 1: DARK STAR & 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY (w/ Keith Rich)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 89:31


    Welcome to the kick-off of Master Carpenter, a new monthly series where I'll be talking to a variety of guests about the works of John Capenter and the materials he used. Today, I'm joined by Keith Rich (The Varsity Cinema Podcast) to discuss Carpenter's first film Dark Star (1974) and how it was influenced by 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968).

    Ep. 140 - Kurosawa!: THRONE OF BLOOD (w/ Chris Barreras & Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 106:18


    We're finally covering Kurosawa! Daniel and Preston are joined by Chris Barreras (Film Feast Podcast, Schlock and Awe) to discuss their feelings on his filmography, and THRONE OF BLOOD (1957). Email us at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com and check us out on YouTube at @cobwebschannel!

    Ep. 139 - Western Hell: HIGH PLAINS DRIFTER (w/ Andy Gorham)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 69:28


    This week, Daniel is joined by Andy Gorham (Action Addicts, Film Feast Podcast) to go to hell. It's time for Clint Eastwood in High Plains Drifter (1973)! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! Cobwebs on YouTube: @cobwebschannel   Andy on Twitter: @AndrewMGorham   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel   

    Ep. 138 - Planning a Classic Film Marathon Vol. 2! (w/ Samantha Ellis & Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2023 115:41


    It's time again for everyone's favorite podcast game: Planning a 24 Hour Marathon! Daniel and Preston are joined by Samantha Ellis from the Ticklish Business podcast to work together to plan one perfect day of Classic Movie Watching. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Ticklish Business Podcast   Cobwebs on YouTube: @cobwebschannel   Samantha on Twitter: @classicfilmgeek   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Preston on Twitter: @prestomit   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Preston on Letterboxd: @presto_mitch www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 137 - Terror From the '70s: PROPHECY (w/ Hayden Gilbert & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2023 112:00


    Daniel is joined by Hayden Gilbert and Cris Hurtado to discuss the 1979 Eco-Horror movie Prophecy while people in the city are fighting for a single square foot of living space. We just thought you should know. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts!   Hayden's short stories   Inside the Sequel Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert

    Ep. 136 - Terror From the '70s: THE HILLS HAVE EYES (w/ Mitch Oliver & Lindsay Wilkins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2023 72:39


    A movie about family! This week Daniel is joined by Mitch Oliver (The Terror Table) and Lindsay Wilkins (Schlock and Awe) to discuss Wes Craven's The Hills Have Eyes (1977).  Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! The Terror Table Podcast The Schlock and Awe Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    The Terror Table on Twitter: @theterrortable   Mitch on Twitter: @BlairMitch14   Lindsay on Twitter: @readandgeek   Schlock and Awe on Twitter: @schlockandawe1 www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 135 - Terror From the '70s: JAWS (w/ Matt Bledsoe and James Coddington)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2023 138:48


    We're gonna need a bigger podcast.   This week Daniel is joined by Matt Bledsoe (Film Feast Podcast) and James Coddington to dive into the depths of JAWS (1975). They discuss their unique personal experiences with it, what makes Steven Spielberg great, and why they need those summer dollars.    Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts!   The Cobwebs Channel on YouTube Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 134 - A Snowy January Hang-out: The Abominable Snowman (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2023 134:44


    Daniel and Hayden search for a Yeti and discuss the 1957 Hammer Horror film The Abominable Snowman. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts!   Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 133 - Blue Christmas: All That Heaven Allows (w/ Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2022 111:59


    Get ready for some holiday tears! Daniel is joined again by regular guest Preston Mitchell to dive into the melodrama of Douglas Sirk with All That Heaven Allows (1955). They discuss their feelings on the Romantic Drama genre, Rock Hudson's career, and this film's influence on Hallmark Christmas movies. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Daniel on YouTube: @danielepler   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Preston on Twitter: @prestomit   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Preston on Letterboxd: @presto_mitch www.cobwebspodcast.com

    YouTube Preview! - Five Classic Films to Watch After Avatar: The Way of Water

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 14:26


    As a preview for my YouTube channel, here is the audio version of my latest video! Video Version: Five Classic Films to Watch After Avatar: The Way of Water - YouTube My Channel: Daniel Epler - YouTube Avatar: The Way of Water just released to theaters, and I'm here to share my quick thoughts on it and five older movies to watch after it. Using the connections of water, jungles, family togetherness, giant creatures, and native/colonist dynamics, these are double-feature pairing recommendations with James Cameron's new blockbuster!

    Ep. 132 - Planning a 24-Hour Foreign Language Marathon! (w/ Carmelita Valdez & Dirk Marshall)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2022 108:57


    This week, Daniel is joined by Carmelita Valdez and Dirk Marshall (VH US Podcast) to work together to plan one perfect 24-hour marathon of foreign language films. We're talking about movies from all genres, all eras, and all over the world. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Dirk on Twitter: @VHUS_Podcast   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Carmelita on Twitter: @CarmelitaSays   Carmelita on Letterboxd: @CarmelitaSays   Dirk on Letterboxd: @dirkmarshall www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 131 - Noirvember: Sweet Smell of Success (w/ Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 112:44


    It's our Noirvember episode! Daniel is joined by Preston Mitchell to dive into the filthy and rotten 1957 Noir, Sweet Smell of Success. They're discussing Burt Lancaster, Tony Curtis, and everything they love about the darkness of classic Noir. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Preston on Twitter: @prestomit   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Preston on Letterboxd: @presto_mitch www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 130 - Giving Thanks for the Harvest: The Wicker Man (w/ Hammer Pub)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 136:42


    It's our Thanksgiving episode! Daniel is joined by the whole crew from the Hammer Pub podcast (Jinx, Paul Farrell, and Ali Chappell) to give thanks for the harvest and celebrate The Wicker Man (1973). Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie!   Hammer Pub Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Jinx on Twitter: @Jinx1981   Paul on Twitter: @PaulisGreat2000   Ali on Twitter: @thealichappell Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 129 - Movies are Magic: A Matter of Life and Death (w/ Lindsay Wilkins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2022 76:36


    This week, Daniel is joined by Lindsay Wilkins to climb a stairway to heaven and discuss Powell & Pressburger's A Matter of Life and Death (1946). They talk about the film's groundbreaking effects, it's romantic message, and why movies are magic. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! The Schlock and Awe Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Lindsay on Twitter: @readandgeek   Schlock and Awe on Twitter: @schlockandawe1 www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 128 - Psychomania!: Psycho 1998 (w/ Mark Wanner & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 124:10


    Psychomania comes to a close! This week Daniel and Cris are exactly the same, but they're joined by Mark Wanner to dive into Gus Van Sant's 1998 remake of Psycho. They discuss the cast of the film, the merit of remakes, and Vince Vaughn's legendary jerk-off. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the show!   Inside the Sequel Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris   Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87 Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Mark on Twitter: @The_Shape14   Mark on Letterboxd: @m_wanner14 www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 127 - The Addams Family Franchise! (w/ Stefanie Epler)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 76:02


    The most miserable episode is here. Isn't it wonderful? Daniel is joined by his own Morticia (Stefanie) to discuss every theatrical film starring the Addams Family! From live action to animation, they're always spooky and kooky. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi! Stef's Bookstagram: @stefs_books   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Stefanie on Twitter: @StefanieEpler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 126 - Psychomania!: Psycho IV: The Beginning (w/ Matt Bledsoe & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2022 90:40


    It's origin story time! Daniel and Cris are joining by Matt Bledsoe (The Film Feast Podcast) to close out Anthony Perkins' time with the franchise, and the original continuity, with Psycho IV: The Beginning (1990). This movie is unhinged, and fortunately so is this episode. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the show! The Film Feast Podcast   Inside the Sequel Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris   Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87 Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler Film Feast on Twitter: @filmfeastpod   Matt on Instagram: @filmfeast www.cobwebspodcast.com

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    Ep. 125 - The Many Legends of Sleepy Hollow! (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 173:52


    Heads will roll! This week Daniel is joined by Hayden Gilbert for a giant tribute to Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. We're discussing the original Washington Irving story, the Disney version from 1948, the Hallmark TV version from 1999, Tim Burton's horror blockbuster from 1999, and if you stick around till the end, every other adaption of this classic story. This episode is a complete and comprehensive Midnight Ride, but you have to cross the bridge to end the Horseman's power! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts on the Horseman! Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 124 - Psychomania!: Psycho III (w/ Robb Antequera & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2022 102:53


    Mother's off her rocker again! For the third episode in the series, Daniel and Cris are joined by Robb Antequera (The Cinema Drunkie) to dive into the first movie in the series that jumps into '80s slasher sleaze. It's Psycho III! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the show! You Could've Been A Bloodfist Movie Podcast   Inside the Sequel Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler Robb on Twitter: @TheCineDrunkie www.cobwebspodcast.com

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    Bonus Review: Rob Zombie's The Munsters (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2022 41:07


    Another spooky season bonus episode! Daniel is joined by Hayden Gilbert for a review of one of their most anticipated movies of the year. Rob Zombie's The Munsters! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts on the movie!   Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 123 - Ranking the Corman-Poe Cycle! (w/ Ansel Faraj)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2022 111:13


    Once upon a midnight dreary... we celebrated Edgar Allan Poe by ranking Roger Corman's Poe cycle! Daniel is joined by independent writer/director Ansel Faraj to discuss Corman's eight Poe adaptions and rank them along the way. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your ranking!   Hollinsworth Productions   Ansel Faraj on IMDB Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Ansel on Instagram: @ahfdvds www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 122 - Psychomania!: Psycho II (w/ Lindsay Wilkins & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2022 102:06


    Psychomania continues! This time Daniel and Cris are joined by Lindsay Wilkins to discuss her favorite movie in the franchise: Psycho II (1983)! It's 22 years later and Norman Bates is coming home. Can he live a normal life, or will his mother return? Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the podcast! The Schlock and Awe Podcast   Inside the Sequel Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris   Lindsay on Twitter: @readandgeek www.cobwebspodcast.com Hurtastic Reviews on YouTube

    Ep. 121 - Planning a 24 Hour Horror Marathon Vol. 3! (w/ Matt Bledsoe & Keith Rich)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 153:24


    The marathon has risen from the grave! Our biggest spooky season tradition is here, so Daniel is joined by Matt Bledsoe (host of the Film Feast podcast) and Keith Rich to work together to program another perfect 24-hour horror movie marathon. We're resurrecting mummies, drinking blood, spending the night in a haunted house, and a whole lot more. If you've got a taste for terror... listen up. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know about your own Halloween marathon plans!   The Film Feast Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87   Film Feast on Twitter: @filmfeastpod   Matt on Instagram: @filmfeast   Keith on Instagram: @keithwatchesfilm www.cobwebspodcast.com   Music Provided By: Mediacharger: https://www.youtube.com/user/MediaCha... Music Created By : Andrian Von Ziegler Song Title: Necromancy Credit link: https://www.youtube.com/user/Adrianvo...

    Ep. 120 - Psychomania!: Psycho 1960 (w/ Mitch Oliver & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 91:10


    Welcome to Spooky Season 2022! This year, Daniel and Cris will be going through the 5-film Psycho franchise movie by movie. Kicking things off, the boys are joined by the legendary Terror Table Podcast host Mitch Oliver to dig deep into Alfred Hitchcock's original classic Psycho (1960). They discuss the film's massive influence, what entertainment value is still has today, and Cris discovers his most relatable movie character. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the podcast!   The Terror Table Podcast   Inside the Sequel Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    The Terror Table on Twitter: @theterrortable   Mitch on Twitter: @BlairMitch14   Inside the Sequel on Twitter: @InsideSequel   Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Bonus Review: The Invitation 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 13:46


    In a rare bonus episode, Daniel goes solo to give a spoiler-free review of The Invitation (2022). Gothic Horror is back in theaters. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com!   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 119 - Beware the Autumn People: A Spooky Season Vibe Setter (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 161:26


    Spooky Season on The Cobwebs Podcast officially kicks off next week, but we're setting the vibe a little early with Daniel being joined by Hayden Gilbert to celebrate everything they love about Halloween. They talk about their anticipation, expectations and favorite memories about the season, scary movies they've watched recently, and even answer listener questions. Topics include several recent horror movies, horror books, the most underrated horror franchises, and even... The Grinch? Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know your own thoughts about the Halloween season!!   Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 118 - The Epic Episode: Lawrence of Arabia (w/ Carmelita Valdez & Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 163:59


    It's a big one! Daniel is joined by brilliant returning guests Carmelita Valdez and Preston Mitchell to unpack his first experience watching Lawrence of Arabia (1962). Is this classic epic actually as good as they say? Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Preston on Twitter: @prestomit   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Preston on Letterboxd: @presto_mitch   Carmelita on Twitter: @CarmelitaSays   Carmelita on Letterboxd: @CarmelitaSays www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 117 - Busby Berkeley!: Gold Diggers of 1933 (w/ Keith Rich)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 72:08


    We're in the money! Daniel is joined by Keith Rich to discuss the Busby Berkeley musical-comedy Gold Diggers of 1933! It's got laughs, romance, song & dance, and the Great Depression. What more could you want? Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi, and let us know what you think of the show! Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Cobwebs on Instagram: @cobwebspodcast Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Keith on Instagram: @keithwatchesfilm   www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 116 - Gods and (Harryhausen) Monsters: Jason and the Argonauts (w/Nathan Jones & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2022 105:46


    Daniel is joined by the ol' gang of Cris Hurtado and Nathan Jones to discuss some high flying fantasy with greek gods, mythical monsters, and 0% Marvel. It's Jason and the Argonauts (1963)! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the show! Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris Nathan on Youtube Inside the Sequel Podcast   www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 115 - 50's Drive-In: The Incredible Shrinking Man (w/ JB)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 71:03


    For the final episode of our 50's Drive-In series, Daniel is joined by JB (from F This Movie) to celebrate the legacy of The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957). They discuss the groundbreaking effects, the philosophical meanings, and of course, some favorite drive-in memories. A fascinating adventure into the unknown! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movies!   Super Monster Movie Fest at an Indiana Drive-In!   F This Movie! Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   JB on Twitter: @patrickbromley   F This Movie on Twitter: @fthismovie www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 114 - 50's Drive-In: The Thing from Another World (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 145:30


    We're talking about a thing! Daniel is joined by returning guest Hayden Gilbert to dive into the 1950's alien genre with The Thing from Another World (1951). It's a big, open discussion about drive-in theaters, science fiction films, the possible existence of aliens, and even some new releases. Your blood will turn ice cold, but we hope you enjoy! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 113 - 50's Drive-In: The Creature from the Black Lagoon (w/ Lindsay Wilkins)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 74:00


    The 50's Drive-In continues! Daniel is joined by Schlock and Awe podcast host Lindsay Wilkins to discuss the king of all 1950's monster movies: The Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)! Daniel and Lindsay discuss the gill-man's lasting impact, the interesting actors and crew members of the film, and each recommend a B-Picture to play afterwards. So don't forget to load up on popcorn, and crank up for speaker for the creature! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! The Schlock and Awe Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Lindsay on Twitter: @readandgeek   Schlock and Awe on Twitter: @schlockandawe1 www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 112 - 50's Drive-In: Them! (w/ Mitch Oliver & Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2022 77:07


    Welcome to the 50's drive-in! This month's series on Sci-Fi/Horror flicks kicks off with Daniel being joined by Mitch Oliver (The Terror Table) and Cris Hurtado (Inside the Sequel) to discuss Them! (1954). The 1950's was filled with movies featuring giant atomic insects, and this film about monstrous ants is one of the greatest examples. So load up on concessions, crank up your speakers and witness the terror of THEM! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movies and/or the show!   The Terror Table Podcast   Inside the Sequel Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    The Terror Table on Twitter: @theterrortable   Mitch on Twitter: @BlairMitch14   Inside the Sequel on Twitter: @InsideSequel   Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris www.cobwebspodcast.com

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    Ep. 111 - Gregory Peck Westerns!: The Gunfighter (w/ Matt Bledsoe)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 64:29


    Our exploration through classic westerns continues as Matt Bledsoe (The Film Feast Podcast) joins Daniel for a discussion on The Gunfighter (1950). This is an amazing film featuring classic tension, the deconstruction of western heroism, and what it truly means to be the fastest gun in the west. Content Warning: This episode does discuss firearms and shooting, in the context of the Western film genre. Due to recent tragic events, we understand if you want to skip this particular show. For verified fundraisers for the families of Uvalde, TX, please visit: https://www.gofundme.com/c/act/donate-to-texas-elementary-school-shooting-relief Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to give feedback and/or request an episode!   The Film Feast Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Cobwebs on Instagram: @cobwebspodcast Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87   Film Feast on Twitter: @filmfeastpod   Matt on Instagram: @filmfeast   www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 110 - Jimmy Stewart Westerns!: Destry Rides Again & The Naked Spur (w/ Preston Mitchell)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 103:01


    Saddle up! This week Daniel is joined by Preston Mitchell to discuss Jimmy Stewart's place in the Western genre, focusing on two classics. Destry Rides Again (1939) and The Naked Spur (1953). From light and charming, to dark and gritty, Stewart could do it all in a cowboy hat. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! Preston on The Schlock and Awe Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Preston on Twitter: @prestomit   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Preston on Letterboxd: @presto_mitch www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 109 - Kino Lorber Blu-rays Vol. 3! (w/ Anthony King & Matt Bledsoe)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2022 98:20


    It's time for another blu-ray label spotlight! Daniel is joined by Matt Bledsoe (The Film Feast Podcast) and Anthony King (The Cult Movies Podcast) to each pick 4 blu-rays they love from Kino Lorber's Studio Classics series. With wacky comedies, meaningful dramas, frightening thrillers and more, it's a little bit of everything in this episode. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to give feedback and/or request an episode!   The Film Feast Podcast   The Cult Movies Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Cobwebs on Instagram: @cobwebspodcast Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87   Film Feast on Twitter: @filmfeastpod   Matt on Instagram: @filmfeast   Anthony on Twitter: @akdonelly   Cult Movies on Twitter: @cultmoviespod   www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 108 - Halfway to Halloween: Scars of Dracula (w/ Hayden Gilbert)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 111:56


    Happy Halfway-to-Halloween! For this special occasion, Daniel is joined by author and podcaster Hayden Gilbert to discuss Hammer's Scars of Dracula (1970), and get distracted by the Halloween franchise, horror novels, and whole lot more. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   The Film Feast Podcast   Hayden's short stories Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Hayden on Letterboxd: @haydengilbert www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 107 - March McQueen Madness: Three Early Films from Steve Mcqueen! (w/ Kelsy Norman from Speeding Bullitt)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 103:42


    Daniel is joined by Kelsy Norman, host of the amazing podcast Speeding Bullitt: The Life and Films of Steve McQueen, to discuss 3 obscure movies from the early years of McQueen's career. The Great St. Louis Bank Robbery (1959), Hell is for Heroes (1962), and Soldier in the Rain (1963). Kelsy is one of the true experts on this legendary movie star, and he has so much trivia and insight to offer here! Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the podcast, the movies, and Steve McQueen! Kelsy's Speeding Bullitt Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Speeding Bullitt on Twitter: @UnsungHorrors   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 106 - March McQueen Madness: The Towering Inferno (w/ Mark Wanner)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 90:55


    The episode is a DISASTER... movie podcast. For this action-packed movie discussion, Daniel is joined by Mark Wanner (Film Feast, Schlock and Awe) to celebrate the '70s Disaster genre, focused on The Towering Inferno (1974). Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie!   The Film Feast Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Mark on Twitter: @The_Shape14   Mark on Letterboxd: @m_wanner14 www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 105 - March McQueen Madness: Love with the Proper Stranger (w/ Stefanie Epler)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 70:04


    McQueen wasn't just an action star! Daniel is joined by his wife Stefanie to talk about Steve McQueen's most prominent entry into the Romance genre, with a discussion on Love with the Proper Stranger (1963). They discuss McQueen's chemistry with Natalie Wood, how the film's most controversial elements have aged, and recommend other similar movies they love.  Content Warning: Due to the plot of the film, this podcast frequently includes discussion about abortion. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and the podcast! Stef's Bookstagram: @stefs_books Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler   Stefanie on Twitter: @StefanieEpler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 104 - March McQueen Madness: Bullitt & The Getaway (w/ Erica from Unsung Horrors)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2022 86:03


    Time starts now! Daniel is joined by Erica (co-host of the Unsung Horrors podcast) to dig into two "car movies" from Steve McQueen: Bullitt (1968) and The Getaway (1972). Action-star McQueen is in full force with these films, and the hosts discuss car chases, explosions, shotguns, and beautiful turtleneck sweaters. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the podcast, the movies, and Steve McQueen! Erica's Unsung Horrors Podcast   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Unsung Horrors: @UnsungHorrors   Erica on Twitter: @hexmassacre   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 103 - March McQueen Madness: The Great Escape (w/ Michael Scott & Matt Bledsoe)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 119:16


    All through the month of March we're doing our first actor-focused podcast series. Get ready for March McQueen Madness! To kick things off, Daniel is joined by Michael Scott (host of the Action for Everyone podcast) and Matt Bledsoe (host of the Film Feast podcast) to talk about McQueen's World War II action thriller, The Great Escape (1963). The boys discuss the film, its most intense moments, and recommend more movies they love from this cast. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the podcast, the movie, and Steve McQueen!     Action for Everyone   The Film Feast Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel  Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler Michael on Twitter: @hibachijustice   Adkins Undisputed on Twitter: @AdkinsPodcast   Matt on Twitter: @mattbled87   Film Feast on Twitter: @filmfeastpod   Matt on Instagram: @filmfeast www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 102 - The Sex Comedy: Some Like it Hot (w/ Cris Hurtado)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 82:12


    To close out our series on Romantic Comedies, Daniel is joined by Cris Hurtado to celebrate Billy Wilder's Some Like it Hot (1959). They discuss their love for Billy Wilder, the movie's biggest laughs, and what it's like to dress in drag. Nobody's perfect, but this movie might be. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to let us know what you think of the movie and/or the show!   Inside the Sequel Podcast Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Inside the Sequel on Twitter: @InsideSequel   Cris on Twitter: @HurTastic_Cris www.cobwebspodcast.com

    Ep. 101 - The Musical Comedy: Guys and Dolls (w/ Robyn Buckley)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 88:29


    Our series on rom-coms dives into the musical subgenre! This week Daniel is joined by writer/podcaster from F This Movie and genuine theatre-kid Robyn Buckley to discuss Guys and Dolls (1955). There's gonna be singing, dancing, craps game playing, but mostly discussion on how fun musicals are. Email the show at cobwebspodcast@gmail.com to say hi and let us know what you think of the movie! Robyn on F This Movie   Cobwebs on Twitter: @cobwebspod Daniel on Twitter: @eplerdaniel    Robyn on Twitter: @RobynsReviews   Daniel on Letterboxd: @Dan_Epler www.cobwebspodcast.com

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