High School Slumber Party

What's up, Fancy Face? Joe Two is kicked out of the beach house this week as he's contractually banned so Brian welcomes in none other than the perfect combination of sexy and cute; Kyle Reinfried, aka the Food Films Man, for a special episode on Crazy, Stupid, Love. Brian and Kyle dive deep into the Ryan Gosling of it all, the Steve Carell sad dad vibes, and Emma Stone's perfect timing. They discuss the fine art of bar pick-up lines, a good backyard fight, and of course Kevin Bacon as David Lindhagen. Be better than the Gap!

We're walking the gritty streets of Hollywood with the 1984 cult classic, "Angel." The Superintendent Mike Manzi, joins us to peel back the layers of this unique story that blends the innocence of high school with the harsh realities of the night life in Los Angeles. "Angel" tells the tale of Molly, a straight-A student by day and a street-smart prostitute by night, who finds herself in the midst of a dangerous serial killer on the loose. Also don't miss Mike Manzi's insights and his teaser about continuing the discussion on his show, Second Time Around, part of the Third Time's a Charm podcast feed.

Brian welcomes back Bro Numero Uno Joe Two to the beach house to talk who else but Diane Lane and 2002's Oscar nominated classic: Unfaithful. Joe and Brian answer an email regarding Joe's beach fashion, discuss the best way to rid of a body, head bonks and the logistics of Unfaithful. Also staring Richard Gere, Olivier Martinez, one of the kids from Malcolm in the Middle and Uncle Junior from the Sopranos.

The second half of our special Halloween doubleheader has arrived on broomstick as Shawnee Mead returns to the slumber party to chat all about our first Disney Channel Original Movie: Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge. Brian and Shawnee discuss Debbie Reynolds, Kimberly J Brown and everything that makes this DCOM a classic. Find out the fatal mistake that made Brian's watch a little less enjoyable as well. 

For a special Halloween treat and in the name of all things Two Coreys, Brian invites Superintendent Mike Manzi back to the podcast for a live rewatch and commentary on The Lost Boys. You may remember Brian, and guests Dan Colon and Shawnee Mead talked The Lost Boys many Halloweens ago (link here) on the pod previous to Mike and Brian tackling all Corey Haim and Corey Feldman projects. Since then it's become a sppoky season classic in the Rodriguez household and the perfect film to watch along with the Slumberers. Happy Halloween and stay tuned to the feed for a special two-episode double header! https://www.cageclub.me/thelostboys/  

AP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington are talking religion as well as the weird world we shared in the early days of the internet as they chat Natalia Dyer and 2019's Yes, God, Yes. 

Brian welcomes back Keith Dorsey of the Dawson Black podcast to chat all about Trippin' starring Deon Richmond, Donald Faison, Guy Torry, Maia Campbell and Countess Vaughn. Listen as we revisit this underrated gem and find out if it deserves the same cult classic status as other teen comedies from 1999.                                                              

Aislinn and Brian welcome special guest author and educator Derek Heckman to chat Are you there God? It's me, Margaret. Staring Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates and Abby Ryder Fortson; this adaptation of the Judy Blume classic is a must watch for fans of all coming of age films. 

Brian is swinging back in action to talk Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse with Superintendent and superhero expert Mike Manzi as his sidekick. Find out just how much these guys loved this film and which Spider-man was their favorite. 

High School Slumber Party AP is back in session to talk one of Aislinn's favorite teen movies from 2022; Paramount+'s Honor Society. Starring Angourie Rice (Spider-Man: No Way Home, the Nice Guys) as a driven high school senior whose path to success hinges on a cunning scheme to undermine her rivals in an effort to obtain her guidance councilors coveted letter of recommendation. Also staring Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things) and Christopher Mintz-Plasse (Superbad).

Brian welcomes former classmate Danny Kim back to the podcast to chat Larry Clark's Bully. Brian and Danny chat about Larry Clark's photography background as well as his visceral style, the true story behind the crimes and a whole lot of shirtless Florida vibes. 

Aislinn and Brian discuss the new Hulu documentary, Brooke Shield's: Pretty Baby. Though this two part documentary examines the life and Brooke Shield's, your AP hosts focus on her teenage years; especially her work in the films Pretty Baby, The Blue Lagoon and Endless love as well as her upbringing in the constant face of fame. 

Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington discuss their own 5-25-77 moments, John Francis Daley and give out some awards in a follow-up episode to Brian's interview with the film's director Patrick Reed Johnson. 

Brian welcomes back some high school friends; Kyle Reinfried of Foodie Films and photographer Danny Kim to talk 2002's City of God (directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund). It's a film the gang all saw during their teenage years together and as they look back with nostalgia glasses they discuss cool movie posters of the era as well as how the movie holds up today both cinematically and ethically. 

Brian welcomes director Patrick Read Johnson to the Slumber Party to talk all about his new film 5-25-77. Also, listen for some Angus talk and potential news. 

Our 2022 Teen Movie Review continues with Part Four of our discussion as Aislinn and Brian chat about Where the Crawdads Sing, Luckiest Girl Alive, The Fallout, Anything's Possible, The Inbetween, Snowday, First Love, Darby and the Dead, My So-Called High School Rank, 13 The Musical, Bundles and 5-25-77. Also listen for some Oscars talk as well as an update on Seth Rogen's feelings. 

Our very special 2022 Teen Movie Review continues with Part 3 of the discussion. Brian is joined by horror consultant and founder of the Truth about Cats and Bratz cult Austin Wolf-Sothern to provide spoiler free summaries for the horror adjacent films of the previous year. Also; Aislinn and Brian discuss Seth Rogens recent commentary on modern teen films as well as that TOTALLY AWESOME Clueless Super Bowl ad. Featuring Mr. Harrigan's Phone, The Black Phone, My Best Friend's Exorcism, Janes, Terrifier 2, Scream 5, The Inhabitant, Bring it On: Cheer or Die, The Loneliest Boy in the World, Monster High: The Movie, unHUman, Halloween Ends and Hellbender. 

Tune in for Part 2 of our 2022 Teen Movie review as AP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington preview Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between, Tall Girl 2, Enola Holmes 2, Hocus Pocus 2, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, The School for Good and Evil, Crush, On the Come Up,  Hollywood Stargirl, Sneakerella, Better Nate than Ever, I Used to be Famous and The Sky is Everywhere.

High School Slumber Party AP returns for their annual Teen Film Review. Brian has a lot of help this year as AP co-host Aislinn Addington and part one special guest Joey Lewandowski guide you through the High School and teen adjacent films of 2022; spoiler free! Featuring; The Fablemans, Bones and All, White Noise, Avatar: The Way of Water, Baby Assassins, Rosaline, Beavis and Butthead Do the Universe, We're All Going to the World's Fair, Funny Pages, Slash/Back, Piggy, Do Revenge, Honor Society, Three Months and Senior Year. 

Brian and Cousin Pumkin are talking baseball (a lot of baseball) as they break down Disney's The Rookie. Based on the true story of a high school teacher and coach who sets off on a journey to make the Major Leagues at the "old" age of 35. Starring Dennis Quaid, Brian Cox, Angus T Jones and Jay Hernandez. Also, Brian talks Jacob DeGrom. 

The Witches are Back! Nicole DeLuise returns to the podcast to talk this years sequel to the beloved Disney classic; Hocus Pocus 2. Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy are summoned as the Sanderson Sisters to once again wreak havoc over Salem. Listen and find out if the sequel matches the original as well as which characters return, which are absent and Nicole and Brian's thoughts on a potential third film in the franchise. 

A Halloween tradition continues on High School Slumber Party as Shawnee Mead (The Podcast Around the Corner) returns to talk 1958's The Blob. Starring a very non-teenage Steve McQueen in his first role ever, this b-movie classic had very humble and interesting beginnings, and we're not talking about the catchy theme song and animation that ushers it in. 

Cheer-fighting? Count us in! Superintendent Mike Manzi joins the slumber party to talk the 7th (!?!?!) installment of the Bring it On franchise; Bring it On: Cheer or Die. The cheerleading film phenomenon started by Kirsten Dunst and Co 22 years ago takes a hard tumble in the direction of Halloween slasher and we're here for it! Also, Mike decides the fate and future of High School Slumber Party as we know it. Rah freaking Rah. 

Here's the story of a lovely lady...or really, a story of two brothers who both found their way into loving the absurd yet amazing "The Brady Bunch Movie" (1995). Kenny Rodriguez stops by the slumber party to chat all about this satire based on the 1970's TV show of the same name. The film is both the most 70's movie and the most 90's movie ever made and the brothers look back with nostalgia glasses as they share their favorite moments involving Greg, Peter, Bobby, Marcia, Jan, Cindy, Mike, Carol, Alice...and Jean Smart. 

The Co-Founders of the CageClub Podcast Network stop by the slumber party as Superintendent Mike Manzi and Godfather Joey Lewandowski chat with Brian about a wild musical they both happen to love; Voyage of the Rock Aliens.

Superintendent Mike Manzi brings one of his favorite films to the slumber party; Night of the Comet. This post-apocolyptic tale of two teenage sisters was described as Valley Girl meets Repo Man. Staring Catherine Mary Stewart, Kelli Maroney and Robert Beltran.

It's way beyond grease, it's Hairspray! Kate Hudson returns to High School Slumber Party to talk about THE foundation film of her early childhood (believe it or not) 1988's Hairspray. This John Waters film starring Ricki Lake, Divine, Debbie Harry, Sonny Bono and Vitamin C (you read that right) is the genesis of (and far superior version according to Kate) of all future Hairspray content, including that John Travolta remake. 

Nobody puts Brian in a corner so we're talking some more Dirty Dancing in this second part of a 2 part episode. The Foodie Films man Kyle Reinfriend is back to finish his conversation and give out hardware to the iconic movie on its 35th Anniversary. After Kyle, dance expert and Dirty Dancing superfan Rachel Shepherd joins us to discuss her (and her moms) love of the film. Both Kyle and Rachel answer that burning question everyone has been asking, is Johnny Castle a himbo?

The Senior Summer continues on High School Slumber Party as Brian is going dancing...Dirty Dancing! Brian welcomes Kyle Reinfried who is kind of to join the podcast all the way from San Emilio Island to break down Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey and all the moves that make Dirty Dancing a beloved and iconic classic in this first part of a two episode conversation. Also, Christian Larson stops by to chat a bit about the setting of this great film, the Catskills. 

Brian welcomes back two of his oldest friends Chris Carroll and Danny Kim to talk a film form their childhood; 1998's Pleasantville. The High School buddies might have bit off more than they could chew as Pleasantville (starring Tobey Maguire, Reese Witherspoon, William H Macy, Joan Allen, Paul Walker and Jeff Daniels) is a much more complicated than they originally assumed. Listen for takes on nostalgia, life, advice on abstinence and an athlete's mentality. 

Congratulations! You've been accepted into SpaceCamp as Brian and Mike Manzi chat about the 1986 film of the same name. Starring Kate Capshaw, Kelly Preston, Lea Thompson, Tate Donovan and Joaquin Phoenix in his first big screen role, SpaceCamp harkens back to an era of eternal optimism and Americanism when it comes to the final frontier. Also, listen for the return of High School Movie News!

Brian is joined by Superintendent Mike Manzi to finally put Season Two of our Two Coreys series to bed. Instead of covering some more Corey Feldman and Corey Haim teen movies, Brian and Mike talk up a trifecta of latter day Two Coreys projects; Dream a Little Dream 2, National Lampoon's Last Resort and Busted. 

High School Slumber Party AP returns to talk 2022's Sex Appeal, available on Hulu. In a very candid and fun episode Aislinn shares a personal life experience related to the premise of the film (shout out to the mysterious "tutor") and assigns her highest grade yet!

Coming out of episode #300 it's more of the same good old fashioned Corey fun. Brian welcomes new Superintendent Mike Manzi and returning guest and High School Slumber Party favorite Austin Wolf-Sothern to discuss a very unique f̶i̶l̶m̶ d̶o̶c̶u̶m̶e̶n̶t̶a̶r̶y̶ video diary; Corey Haim; Me Myself, and I. The Haimster himself produced this "day in the life" style project that's either a love letter to his fans or a sign to producers that he's A-Okay. Listen and find out what kissing really means to Corey Haim!

Brian rambles for an hour about what 300 episodes of High School Slumber Party mean to him. Featuring Mike Manzi and Jordan Polan-Clarke. 

Monster Mike Manzi (The Monsters that Made Us) joins the slumber party to combine two of his favorite interests, werewolves and Coreys to chat 1985's Silver Bullet. This 1985 Stephen King adaptation staring Corey Haim and Gary Busey has become something of a cult classic in recent years. Listen and find out what Mike and Brian think of it!

An erotic thriller staring the Two Coreys? Sure. Mike Manzi is here along with special guest (and erotic thriller expert) Christian Larson to chat about 1993's Blown Away staring Corey Haim, Corey Feldman and Nicole Eggert as a teen femme fatale . Will the guys be able to get past the creep factor and discover another underrated Corey classic? Also tune in for an explosive discussion on all things time-bombs!

High School Slumber Party AP returns to discuss a classic in the genre and the foundational AP film; Lady Bird. Powered by first time solo director Greta Gerwig, and starring Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Beanie Feldstein and Timothée Chalamet the film made a huge impact when it first came out in 2017. Brian and Aislinn discuss if it holds up today in 2022 and so much more! Also, Brian shares his thoughts the 2021 Irish film Here Are The Young Men for his Study Abroad assignment. 

Before returning to finish senior year strong, Brian joins High School Slumber Party for a very special chat on mental health and current events. 

Before returning to finish senior year strong, Brian joins High School Slumber Party for a very special chat on mental health and current events. 

Brian is joined by Mike Manzi to discuss the latest film in their Two Corey's series: Watchers. This 1988 Dean Koontz adaptation stars none of than Corey Haim as a teen who adopts a super intelligent dog who is being hunted down by a genetically enhanced monster. Also starring Michael Ironside. This movie is wild. 

If you're a fan of MTV's animated late 90's/early 2000's hit series Daria, you don't want to miss this episode. And if you're NOT a fan of Daria for whatever reason, you will be after listening to today's episode. Brian welcomes first time guest Matt Kelly to the podcast to talk the second and final Daria TV movie; Daria: Is it College Yet? In Matt's words, Daria is "the most realistic depiction of high school that has ever been put on television" and though we're starting at the end of Daria's journey, today's episode is sure to prompt a rewatch from start to finish. Also, "Daria: Is it college yet?" might have the greatest high school graduation speech of all time. Have a listen and judge for yourself. 

BONUS: She may not have won the Oscar but Kirsten Stewart will always be #1 around these parts. Kate Hudson and Brian Rodriguez talk 2021's Spencer for their new podcasting Twilight Slumber Party, launching soon. Lots of British royal gossip today, Twihards. 

On part 2 of the High School Slumber Party AP discussion on CODA co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington chat all about the Best Picture winning film. Brian and Aislinn discuss the inclusivity and impact of the deaf cast including Oscar winners Troy Kostur and Marlee Matlin, the amazing performance of Emilia Jones as well as the direction and writing of Sian Heder. If you missed part 1, don't forget to check out the wonderful interview with Rian Gayle wherever you get your podcasts or at the link here.

High School Slumber Party AP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington are here to talk CODA's big Oscar wins. For part 1 of this special AP discussion Aislinn and Brian welcome Rian Gayle, university leader and member of the deaf and hard of hearing community to discuss inclusion and deaf representation in media. Interpreter: Andrew Tolman. Look out for part 2 of our CODA breakdown this Friday!

This month our Class Reunion series explores 2011's Young Adult. CageClub Podcast Network hosts Dan Colon and John Brooks stop by to chat all about Charlize Theron and her remarkable performance, Patton Oswalt and his brief foray into more dramatic roles, Patrick Wilson being Patrick Wilson, Jason Reitman's early career as well as everything that inspired Diablo Cody to create this memorable film. While Young Adult is not for everyone and probably shouldn't be described as a "feel good" story, Charlize's turn as a struggling Y.A. writer traveling back to her hometown to steal away her high school sweetheart from his perfect suburban life will definitely strike a chord with micro-generation of viewers. 

BONUS: Before Robert Pattison became the Batman he of course was Edward Cullen in the Twilight Saga. Kate Hudson and Brian Rodriguez host A Twilight Guide to The Batman in the official soft launch of their new podcast Twilight Slumber Party.

The Two Corey's series is swinging back fast and furious as Mike Manzi joins the pod to talk Fast Getaway. This Corey Haim VHS release is filled with stunts worthy of any action film today, which should be no surprise if you're at all familiar with its director. Also starring the badass Cynthia Rothrock, Leo Rossi and Marcia Strassman Fast Getaway is another Corey hidden gem and Mike and Brian will tell you exactly why. 

The year is 1996 and Corey Haim is still somehow playing a teenager. Also Alan Thicke? A high school under siege by domestic terrorists with possession of a nuclear warhead? That's the plot of Demolition High. Think Die Hard but with teens. Mike Manzi stops by the slumber party to explain why this film my actually be awesome. 

Their back...at least Corey Feldman is as Brian is joined by Mike Manzi on another Two Corey's Adventure. "You guys wanna go see a dead body?" We're talking the #iconic Stand by Me based on a short story by Stephen King and directed by Rob Reiner. This classic coming of age tale staring the Feldog, Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Jerry O'Connell, Kiefer Sutherland and Richard Dreyfuss meant so much to a generation of film watchers but how does the film age today? Have a listen and find out Mike and Brian's thoughts. 

It's a tale of friendship on High School Slumber Party AP as Brian and Aislinn talk 2018's Banana Split. Staring Liana Liberato, Hannah Marks, Dylan Sprouse and Jacob Batalon this film about a blossoming summer friendship and the boy who could ruin is sparks some very personal conversation from the AP hosts. Also; Aislinn let's us know what she thought of 2018's Never Goin' Back and Brian goes abroad to talk 2021's Double Dad.