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Tori and Garrett profile B-movie and genre actors from some of our favorite films. We discuss their life, roles, and legacy they have given the film community.

Tori Potenza & Garrett Smith


    • Nov 10, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 8m AVG DURATION
    • 54 EPISODES


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    Episode 054: Vincent Price - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2022 61:27


    It's our Season 3 finale! And we are celebrating by extending Halloween a little longer to talk about the latter half of Vincent Price's career. On the show this week we talk about MADHOUSE, THEATER OF BLOOD, HOUSE OF THE LONG SHADOW, and THE ABOMINABLE DR. PHIBES as well as various TV appearances and short films. Killer Bs will be back in a few months - keep up with us on social media for updates on Season 4!

    Episode 053: Vincent Price - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2022 63:33


    In Part 1 of our Season 3 Finale we talk about the king of macabre: Vincent Price! We discuss his career through the 1960s and delve into favorites like HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL, THE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH, SHOCK, and THE TINGLER.

    Episode 052: Angela Bettis

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2022 52:25


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about indie horror queen Angela Bettis, best known for her collaborations with Lucky McKee. We discuss THE TOOLBOX MURDERS, 12 HOUR SHIFT, CARRIE (2002), and of course MAY.

    Episode 051: Terry O'Quinn

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2022 76:35


    On this episode of Killer B's we talk about one of our favorite movie dads, Terry O'Quinn. We discuss his roles in THE STEPFATHER 1 & 2, SILVER BULLET, PIN, and of course his iconic performance as John Locke in LOST.

    Episode 050: Carol Speed and Marki Bey

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 62:12


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we bring back our KB Double Features to highlight actors with smaller filmographies. In this episode we focus on some of the ladies of Blaxploitation, discussing the careers of Carol Speed and Marki Bey, two incredible women that struggled to make names for themselves in film. We discuss ABBY, DISCO GODFATHER, HANGUP, and SUGAR HILL.

    Episode 049: Tom Savini

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2022 77:24


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we talk about legendary effects wizard and Horror's sexgod, Tom Savini. We talk about his behind the scenes work as well as many of his acting projects. We discuss films like THE BURNING, MANIAC, KNIGHTRIDERS, and DAY OF THE DEAD.

    Episode 048: Sharon Stone

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 85:43


    On this week's episode we talk about one of Tori's biggest crushes, Sharon Stone! We talk about her tremendous screen presence in films like BASIC INSTINCT, THE QUICK AND THE DEAD, TOTAL RECALL, and CASINO.

    Episode 047: Paul Bartel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 76:58


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about Paul Bartel! An actor many listeners have been asking for. And to celebrate the occasion we are lucky enough to have Gary Kramer as a guest. Gary is a Philadelphia-based freelance writer and film critic. His reviews and interviews appear in Salon.com, Philadelphia Gay News, Gay City News, the San Francisco Bay Times, Cineaste, MovieJawn and other publications. We discuss Bartel films like EATING RAOUL, NOT FOR PUBLICATION, and GREMLINS 2.

    Episode 046: Carol Kane

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 60:58


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we talk about a household favorite, Carol Kane. This fairy is the total package with her iconic voice and look. We discuss her roles in THE MAFU CAGE, WHEN A STRANGER CALLS, OFFICE KILLER, and THE PRINCESS BRIDE.

    Episode 045: Song Kang-Ho

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 99:44


    This is a very special episode of Killer Bs! 1. Because we are discussing one of our favorite actors, Song Kang-Ho. 2. We have our first guest! We are thrilled that Amber T of Hornbloodfire podcast came to join us and offered her knowledge on Korean Cinema. We discuss films like THIRST, PARASITE, and THE HOST. And of course we discuss Song Kang-Ho's incredible smile.

    Episode 044: Barbara Steele

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 59:25


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the queen of gothic horror, Barbara Steele. While she was never truly accepted into the Hammer Horror fold she certainly left her mark on European horror. We talk about her roles in BLACK SUNDAY, THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM, SHIVERS, and THE LONG HAIR OF DEATH.

    Episode 043: Wu Tang Clan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 79:55


    Killer Bs is back with Season 3 and we have big news - we are now a Wu Tang podcast!! Yes, we cover the films of the Wu Tang Clan members. Listen to us discuss THE MAN WITH THE IRON FISTS, COFFEE AND CIGARETTES, and HOW HIGH, among many more. Also, we are now a bi-weekly podcast. See you in two weeks!

    Episode 042: Yaphet Kotto

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 70:45


    On the Season 2 finale of Killer Bs we discuss the career of Yaphet Kotto, an absolute legend who we are blown away by. We talk about his roles in FRIDAY FOSTER, BONE, ALIEN, BLUE COLLAR, and FREDDY'S DEAD.

    Episode 041: Nancy Allen

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 58:25


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the career of Nancy Allen. We talk about everything from her work with DePalma to her retirement from acting. We cover films like CARRIE, DRESSED TO KILL, ROBOCOP, and POLTERGEIST III.

    Episode 040: James Spader

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2022 78:57


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we talk about the career of 80s bad-boy James Spader. We talk about his roles in PRETTY IN PINK, JACK'S BACK, SECRETARY, and TUFF TURF.

    Episode 039: Linnea Quigley, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 60:57


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we continue our discussion about the career of Linnea Quigley. We discuss her roles in LINNEA QUIGLEY'S HORROR WORKOUT, THE GUYVER, KOLOBOS, and 1313: COUGAR CULT.

    Episode 038: Linnea Quigley, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 57:43


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the career of scream queen Linnea Quigley. She is in so many wild films we could only get through the 80s in this one. We talk about her roles in NIGHT OF THE DEMONS, RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, NIGHTMARE SISTERS, and MURDER WEAPON.

    Episode 037: Best of the Bs 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 44:43


    We started our podcast in the spring of 2021 and we have talked about so many great B-movie actors! So Garrett and Tori decided to reflect on our favorite episodes, favorite films discoveries, and to look ahead to their future episodes! This is the Best of the Bs 2021.

    Episode 036: David Warner, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2022 44:43


    This week on Killer Bs we finish our discussion of David Warner's career, discussing his roles from the 90s and onwards. We dig into his roles in TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES II: THE SECRET OF THE OOZE, CAST A DEADLY SPELL, NECRONOMICON: BOOK OF THE DEAD, and IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS.

    Episode 035: David Warner, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2021 47:16


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we discuss the career of David Warner through the 80s. This versatile actor has been in so many interesting films. We discuss his roles in TIME AFTER TIME, THE OMEN, TRON, and WAXWORK.

    Episode 034: Susan Tyrrell

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2021 59:54


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the chaotic presence that is Susan Tyrrell. We discuss her roles in BUTCHER, BAKER, NIGHTMARE MAKER, ANGEL, FORBIDDEN ZONE, and CRY-BABY.

    Episode 033: Austin Stoker

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 53:16


    On this week's KILLER BS we discuss the career of Austin Stoker, star of ASSAULT ON PRECINCT 13. We talk about his work with Pam Grier in SHEBA BABY, in addition to his roles in HORROR HIGH, ABBY, THE ZEBRA KILLER, and TIME WALKER.

    Episode 032: Karen Black, Pt. 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 59:37


    On this episode of KILLER Bs we wrap up our discussion on the career of Karen Black. We discuss her roles in HOUSE OF A THOUSAND CORPSES, MIRROR MIRROR, and TEKNOLUST.

    Episode 031: Karen Black, Pt. 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2021 49:15


    On this week's Killer Bs we start our first episode on Karen Black! Discussing her roles through the 80s. We discuss TRILOGY OF TERROR, BURNT OFFERINGS, and INVADERS FROM MARS.

    Episode 030: Cronenboys (Peter Dvorsky & Robert A. Silverman)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2021 65:29


    This week we are excited to introduce Killer Bs “Double Feature” where we profile multiple actors who have relatively few film credits. This week we discuss two of our favorite “Cronenboys,” Peter Dvorsky and Robert A. Silverman. We discuss their work with David Cronenberg and other work like MURDER IN SPACE and PROM NIGHT.

    Episode 029: Katharine Isabelle

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2021 57:15


    On this week's episode of Killer Bs we talk about Katharine Isabelle, who we love for her iconic role in GINGER SNAPS. We also discuss her roles in DISTURBING BEHAVIOR, AMERICAN MARY, and FREDDY V. JASON. Tori also gets an excuse to talk about her favorite TV show, Bryan Fuller's HANNIBAL.

    Episode 028: Oliver Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2021 76:09


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the notorious Oliver Reed. An interesting figure to be sure, but he's been a fascinating character in many genre films. We talk about THE DEVILS, BURNT OFFERINGS, THE BROOD, SPASMS, and more!

    Episode 027: Kelly Jo Minter

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2021 65:30


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the career or Kelly Jo Minter. While typically a supporting character she has been a great presence in several films. We discuss her roles in NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD, THE PEOPLE UNDER THE STAIRS, POPCORN, and SUMMER SCHOOL.

    Episode 026: Anthony Perkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2021 82:25


    On this week's Killer Bs we talk about the legend, Anthony Perkins. As one of our favorite people to watch on screen, we made sure to watch as many of his movies as we could. We discuss the PSYCHO franchise, CRIMES OF PASSION, PRETTY POISON, and his directorial work with LUCKY STIFF.

    Episode 025: Isabelle Adjani

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2021 72:50


    On this episode of Killer Bs we discuss the career of French actress, Isabelle Adjani. We talk about her iconic role in POSSESSION as well as her roles in THE DRIVER, ONE DEADLY SUMMER, and NOSFERATU THE VAMPYRE.

    Episode 024: Tom Noonan

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2021 62:10


    On this week's Killer Bs we discuss actor and director Tom Noonan, a man who used his B-movie success to help fund his creative endeavors. We talk about his roles in MANHUNTER, ROBOCOP 2, HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, and more

    Episode 023: Adrienne Barbeau

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2021 67:23


    For the Season 2 premiere of Killer Bs we discuss the career of our favorite movie-radio DJ, Adrienne Barbeau. We talk about her roles in THE FOG, SWAMP THING, and a new favorite THE CONVENT.

    Episode 022: Keith David - Part II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2021 78:11


    On the Season 1 finale of Killer Bs we discuss the career of Keith David from the 2000s to present day. While much of his work is in television we found plenty of interesting roles to discuss. We talk PITCH BLACK, CHAIN LETTER, CORALINE, and TALES FROM THE HOOD 2.

    Episode 021: Keith David

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 61:44


    On this episode of Killer Bs we discuss the career of Keith David through the 90s. From his roots as a genre film actor to his evolution into a voice actor, this incredible man never truly gets the leading man roles he deserves but has played so many fun characters. We talk about his roles in THE THING, THEY LIVE, MARKED FOR DEATH, and THE PUPPET MASTERS.

    Episode 020: Daria Nicolodi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 74:31


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about Daria Nicolodi, the woman behind Dario Argento who not only acted in many of his films but also helped write some of his more iconic films. We talk about her roles in giallo films like SHOCK, PAGANINI HORROR, DEEP RED, and INFERNO.

    Episode 019: Bill Paxton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 77:43


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about Bill Paxton, the B-movie actor turned leading man. We talk about his roles in ALIENS, TWISTER, NEAR DARK, and BOXING HELENA. We also discuss the feature length film he directed called FRAILTY. An amazing man that was gone too soon - we loved honoring him on this episode.

    Episode 018: Jennifer Jason Leigh

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2021 90:39


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about one of our favorite actresses who loves to play wild characters, Jennifer Jason Leigh. We talk about her roles in SINGLE WHITE FEMALE, EXISTENZ, IN THE CUT, and POSSESSOR. We also discuss her work writing and directing films.

    Episode 017: Peter Weller

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2021 87:27


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about Robocop himself, Peter Weller. We discuss his work in BUCKAROO BANZAI, SHAKEDOWN, NAKED LUNCH, and ROBOCOP 1 & 2. We also dig into his work directing TV as well as his teaching career and background in art history.

    Episode 016: Kasi Lemmons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 67:16


    This week we discuss the actress turned director, Kasi Lemmons. We discuss her early work in films like FEAR OF A BLACK HAT, CANDYMAN, VAMPIRE'S KISS, and SILENCE OF THE LAMBS. We also discuss her directorial debut with EVE'S BAYOU. Lemmons is an incredible creative force who has gone on to direct many films of acclaim and is working to teach the next generation of filmmakers.

    Episode 015: Rutger Hauer, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2021 83:00


    This week we wrap up our discussion on Ruger Hauer, talking about his roles in the 90s and onwards. We discuss some of his iconic roles in films like BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, SURVIVING THE GAME, and BATMAN BEGINS, as well as his not-so-iconic role in KILLER BUZZ (yeah - they named a movie after us!). We also discuss his environmental attachments and charities outside of his acting career. And of course, we must remind you of his amazing Guinness commercials that we cannot stop thinking about.

    Episode 014: Rutger Hauer, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2021 70:53


    This week we begin our next two-part episode on Rutger Hauer, the go-to villain for some of our favorite 80s and 90s films. We talk about his career through the 80s, discussing his famous role in BLADE RUNNER, his work with Paul Verhoeven in FLESH AND BLOOD, and roles like THE HITCHER. We also discuss his string of Guinness commercials from the late 80s.

    Episode 013: Linda Blair

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 82:13


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the legendary Linda Blair. While she is mostly known for her role in THE EXORCIST, Linda had a fascinating career with some fun genre films. She has also dedicated her life to valuable pursuits outside of acting. We discuss our love of HELL NIGHT, SAVAGE STREETS, and SORCERESS.

    Episode 012: Bill Duke

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 73:38


    In this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the “whisperer” Bill Duke. This fascinating figure has made a name for himself both in front of and behind the scenes. He is an activist that dedicates his resources to helping kids in the black community get into the arts. We discuss films like CAR WASH, COMMANDO, PREDATOR, DEEP COVER, and BATTLEDOGS.

    Episode 011: Meiko Kaji

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2021 90:39


    On this episode of Killer Bs we talk about the queen of Japanese exploitation, Meiko Kaji. This stoic actress made a name for herself by playing roles in many action films like LADY SNOWBLOOD and the FEMALE PRISONER SCORPION franchise. We also discuss films like STRAY CAT ROCK: BEAT 71 and BLIND WOMAN'S CURSE. We talk about her influence on Quentin Tarintino and some history about the Japanese film industry.

    Episode 010: Harry Dean Stanton, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 65:05


    In this episode of Killer Bs we discuss Harry Dean Stanton's career from 1985 until his passing in 2017. We talk about his roles in PRETTY IN PINK, TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME, SEVEN PSYCHOPATHS, and LUCKY. We chat about the legacy he left behind and his beautiful friendship with David Lynch.

    Episode 009: Harry Dean Stanton

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2021 69:46


    This week on Killer Bs we talk about one of our favorite actors, Harry Dean Stanton. We look back on his friendships with Warren Oates and Jack Nicholoson, and the many directors he worked with while discussing his memorable roles through 1984. Our discussion includes films like COCKFIGHTER, ALIEN, CHRISTINE, and REPO MAN.

    Episode 008: Pam Grier

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2021 88:01


    This week we talk about one of the coolest women in the business, Pam Grier. We talk about the blaxploitation films that made her famous like COFFY, FOXY BROWN, and SCREAM BLACULA SCREAM. We also talk about some of her later genre films like BONES and GHOSTS OF MARS, as well as her Oscar worthy performance in JACKIE BROWN.

    Episode 007: David Patrick Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 68:24


    In this week's episode of Killer Bs Tori and Garrett dish on everyone's favorite chaotic character actor, David Patrick Kelly. We talk about his infamous role in THE WARRIORS as well as his roles in COMMANDO, THE CROW, VFW, and DREAMSCAPE. We also talk about his music career, beatnik influences, and mime training?!

    Episode 006: Dee Wallace, Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 68:24


    Tori and Garrett return to Dee Wallace's filmography while chatting about their growing love of TV Movies. Films discussed include POPCORN, THE FRIGHTENERS, HALLOWEEN (2007), THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL, and GRAND PIANO.

    Episode 005: Dee Wallace, Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2021 55:13


    Tori and Garrett explore the filmography of one of America's great genre-moms, Dee Wallace. Movies discussed include THE HILLS HAVE EYES, THE HOWLING, CUJO, E.T., and CRITTERS.

    Episode 004: Ken Foree

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2021 70:10


    Tori and Garrett discuss the legacy of Ken Foree, bookending our discussion with both versions of Dawn of the Dead and everything that came between, including Knightriders, From Beyond, The Dentist, and Death Spa.

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