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And so it begins, OctoberFest 2026!! On this first episode we cover the 1978 horror classic Halloween. Along the way we detour through Kentucky, discuss the local UHF programming of our youth and eventually we actually talk about the movie. SO dim the lights, light a candle and try not to get too freaked out. It's a scream!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Facebook Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
Here we are at the precipice of OctoberFest 2026!! So this episode we give you a rundown of what is coming and catch up on our summer. So sit back and enjoy! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Facebook Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
This episode we close out the summer with 1988's The Great Outdoors. Along the way we reminisce about family vacations, car ride sing-a-longs and just who was the inspiration for Nancy Wheeler. Much fun is had so sit back and enjoy. Plus don't forget that OctoberFest is just around the corner!!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
We are back for our final episode before we start gearing up for OctoberfFest. This episode we are covering the 1988 movie She's Having A Baby. Along the way, well...just listen to the episode. Trust us. We will be back soon with new episodes. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
On this much delayed episode we cover the 1987 Thanksgiving classic Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Along the way we discuss why some people are annoyingly optimistic, the futility of homework and why GenX is doing just fine. So sit back and enjoy the show. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
We are back after a long hiatus with the 1987 film Some Kind of Wonderful. Along the way we discuss if John Hughes' movies are better directed by someone else, is this a spiritual sequel to Pretty In Pink and should we drop a movie from our list. Much fun is had and we invite you back to enjoy this podcast with us. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
Once again we traverse the Illinois landscape that is Shermer in 1985's Weird Science. Along the way we discuss the finer points of wealthy Chicago suburbs, 1980's luxury sports cars (again) and whether or not those panties would seduce a fifteen year old boy. Much fun is had along the way. So sit back and ponder "why don't people understand?" Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
We are back!! After a small hiatus we return with the 1986 comedy Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Along the way we discuss how living in the Chicago suburbs means that you are rich, who pays the consequences for Ferris' actions and our love of 80's luxury sports cars. So sit back and enjoy our journey through Shermer, Illinois. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
John Hughes continues his reign of terror in 1986's Pretty In Pink. Along the way we discover that maybe writing is a better job for John Hughes, the wrong side of the tracks actually exists and Dave loves 3D. Much fun is had. So sit back and enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
This week we discuss the 2017 movie Anna and the Apocalypse. Dave did this. Blame him. Along the way we try to make this better by taking detours through Star Trek, generations and we layout a rough sketch of our upcoming new podcast. So sit back, ignore the movie we are supposed to be covering and enjoy the rest of the show Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
In our second episode of the Welcome to Shermer series we dive into The Breakfast Club. Along the way we discuss Verner's pay, social circles and the mystery of Carl the janitor. So don't you forget about us while you sit back and enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
And so it begins. This is the beginning of our exploration of Shermer, Illinois and all things John Hughes. Along the way, well you just have to listen. We have also updated our YouTube page. The link is bellow Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's Instagram
This month we get a double whammy of Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day. So to celebrate A'riel joins us to talk about the 2025 movie Heart Eyes. Along the way sidetrack into superheroes, red mercury and the value of a good dil...we'll just let you listen to find out. Enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We're Back!! For real this time. And with our return we are heading to one of the most famous non-existent cities in America: Shermer, Illinois. In this first episode we will determine what is John Hughes' cannon and what isn't. Along the way we disagree on a couple things and overall just have a good time. So sit back, relax and don't be a retard!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram
We are back after a short absence and this time around we are doing some OctoberFest cleanup with two movies from 2025, Clown in a Cornfield and Sinners. Along the way we get derailed many, many times and make Dave completely uncomfortable. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we tack the Starz television show Ash vs Evil Dead. Along the way we discuss our preferences for tricked out hursts, the trouble with tribbles and we round it out with a game of Kevin Bacon or Jon Bon Jovi. Much fun is had. Happy Halloween everyone!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This week we discuss the 2023 sequel(?) Evil Dead Rise. As usual we get off subject and hilarity ensues. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
They remade Evil Dead. Yay.... Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
Here we are at the end of the original Evil Dead theatrical franchise: Army of Darkness!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we continue our retrospective on the Evil Dead franchise by diving headlong into the 1987 movie Evil Dead 2. Along the way we discuss whether or not this is a remake of the first movie (it totally is), how one overcomes being a Deadite, is Jason Vorehees a Deadite and we round it all out by talking about why The Misfits matter. Much fun is had by all. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
Here we are with the first proper episode of OctoberFest 2025. And what an episode it is: The Evil Dead!! Along the way we discuss what constitutes a good movie, the longevity of the Delta 88 and just what should be our grading system. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We couldn't let October pass without talking Fall, horror and and all thing Halloween. We're back with A'riel and a lot to say. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram
Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram
Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We hope everyone has had a happy and safe OctoberFest this year. Please enjoy our Halloween episode! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we look a couple of new horror films and decide if they are pantheon worthy. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode it's just Alan and A'riel discussing their favorite kid's Halloween specials. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We are closing in on the end of OctoberFest and this episode we discuss the 1981 classic The Howling. Much fun is had along the way. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
OctoberFest is in full effect and this episode we go back to the year 2000 and explore the design of death with Final Destination. Along the way we discuss the perils of studio test screenings, the early days of dvd and most importantly Ali Larter's mid-drift. Much fun is had. So sit back and never mind that water creeping along the floor in a very unnatural pathway. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we drag A'riel through the backwoods of Appalachia for a grim fairytale with 1988's Pumpkinhead. Along the way we talk Stan Winston, Lance Freakin' Henriksen and whether or not this is an origin story for Dave's family. Fun is hd by most. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we discuss the 1985 movie Fright Night. Along the way we take tours through television horror, old movie posters and just what constitutes a good Stephen King adaptation. It's a scream!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
On this episode we discuss the 1977 Italian horror classic Suspiria. Along the way we take detours through old issues of Fangoria magazine, the early days of video stores and Joe Bob Briggs Last Drive-In. Much fun is had and we hope you enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
OctoberFest is in full bloom and this episode we cover the 1985 classic Re-Animator. Along the way we discuss strange love affairs, the secret of the ooze and what is supposed to be comedy. It's a scream!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
OctoberFest kicks off with the 80's classic horror/comedy Return of the Living Dead. Along the way we discuss a disturbing link to recent event, 80's female grooming habits and whether or not it's a costume or a life-style. Much fun is had and we are just getting started!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
OctoberFest 2024 is right around the corner and this episode we give you a preview of what is waiting. Enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel projectgenxpod@gmail.com
It's hard to believe that Lost premiered twenty years ago but its lasting legacy is still being felt on television today. So join Alan as he invites an old friend to recount the days of mysterious number sequences, buried hatches in the jungle and smoke monsters. It's going to be a trip. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
All good things must come to an end and on this episode we say goodbye to the franchise that defined our generation. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
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This week we celebrate...us!! We have known each other for thirty years so we decided to take walk down memory lane. All the good, bad and ugly will be slightly touched on. And Dave gets a big surprise. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This is a (mostly) spoiler free review of The Crow (2024). Enjoy Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
Welcome to a completely different show for us. Just so you know we do get a bit political but mainly we just comment on the world. Hope you enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
After two years our favorite Millennial returns to catch up with us and it's a loooooong episode. Along the way we discuss Buffy, getting older, sobriety and that word we don't say. Go and check out her instagram for more haunted goodness. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
As July winds down we contemplate old tech, "moon bows" and just what does Dave do when he's looking up stuff on his phone. Fun is had by most Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we are taking some time to pontificate about the last great decade, the 1990's. It's guaranteed to be a lotta fun!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
After a long hiatus Albums I Love has returned with an episode about the 1992 album Grave Dancer's Union by Soul Asylum. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We ramble. A lot. Enjoy. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
Every year we take a day to celebrate America in the most American way possible: beer and fireworks!! So this episode we discuss 4th of Julys past and generally have a good time. So sit back and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
This episode we delve into the movies released in 1994. Thirty years later what still holds up and just how bad is Forrest Gump? We discuss this and so much more. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
We are back to catch up on what's been going on in our lives. Along the was there is a lot, and we mean A LOT of talk about movies and television. You will have no problems determining the Indies kids here. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram projectgenxpod@gmail.com
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