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Join your hosts D-Dub and Stratosphear as we review the best (and worst) sci fi and horror films ever made

D-Dub and Stratosphear


    • Mar 1, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
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    Episode 062 - Blacula

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2019 35:00


    Hey Group!   We have returned with a brand new episode!   This time around we review a film we both really enjoyed   Blacula!!!   Was it perfect? Was it fun?   Listen and find out!   Next up? You'll have to listen to find out!!

    Episode 061 - Black Scorpion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2018 36:04


      Greetings! As I dust the archives I found this episode! We cover the stop motion classic Black Scorpion! There has been a lot going on in the real world in the past few months but we are hoping to get back on track eventually. Next up:   Blacula!!!!

    Episode 060 - Fantastic Voyage

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2017 36:21


    ack It's time for a new episode and we have a great movie this time around!   Fantastic Voyage from 1966 Lots of great insight on this oneif we do say so ourselves...   Next up?   The Black Scorpion!   Comments or suggestions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 059 - Tarantula

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2017 41:27


     We are back once again and this time we have a real dandy   Tarantula!   This one has John Agar and D-Dubs new favorite B Movie Queen Mara Corday (Sorry Julie...)   Have a suggestion for an upcoming film? Want to record an episode with us (on either show?) secretlairpodcast@gmail.com   Next time around?   Fantastic Voyage!!!!!

    Episode 058 - Crack in the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2017 39:46


    Howdy campers   Been way too long but we are back!   On this "lost" episode we review Crack in the World   Why  is this a lost episode? We recorded this last year and as we got back into the studio to record new material I found this on an ols rarely used computer.   Whats up next?   You'll see...mwah hah haaaaa

    Episode 057 - Gamera vs Jiger

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2016 35:33


    We are back folks and I'd like to say we have a great movie this time! But I can't since we are reviewing Gamera vs Jiger... Seriously, we had a lot of fun doing this one and we hope you enjoy it Next up? Crack in the World!

    Episode 056 - Dr Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2015 36:14


    Yep, time for a new episode. Not a great movie this time but we enjoyed doing this episode The music is: Stronger than dirt by Tom King and the Starlighters Next up? Gamera vs Snake Plissken Just checking to see if anyone actually reads this stuff... Actually its Gamera vs Jiger

    Episode 055 - Sharknado

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2015 41:46


    We're back! This time around we talk about the phenomenon that is Sharknado...well eventually anyway, we tangent a lot on this one Enjoy folks!

    Episode 054 - Forbidden Planet

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2015 46:23


    Yeah I know its been a while... This time we do an actual good movie, Forbidden Planet! Give it a listen and let us know what you think! Secretlairpodcast@gmail.com next up: Sharknado and Sharknado 2!

    Episode 053 - Lizard 98

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2015 32:09


    This time around we review a movie with the idea that if we don't call it by name it will be better. That movie? XXXXXXXX Did it hold up to scrutiny? Have to listen to find out Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Next up? Forbidden Planet

    Episode 052 - Yog Monster from Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2015 25:37


    First off I'd like to thank Joe for filling in for the last episode, great Job! This time around we tackle Yog! Monster from Space... Exciting I know but we love our fans enough to subject ourselves to this stuff! Next up? That lizard movie from the 90's comments? Want to become the latest Ascended Fanboy? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 051 KONG 76

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2015 48:06


    THIS PODCAST HAS BEEN HIJACKED!! Joe Eiden taking over, if only temporary, the latest Secret Lair Drive In podcast. I'm going to try to make a case for one of my favorite giant monster movies, the 1976 Dino DeLaurentiis  spectacular KING KONG!

    Episode 050 - The Pit and the Pendulum

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2014 43:02


    This is it! Episode 50, a milestone for us and we are once again reviewing a film from our go to actor, the one and only Vincent Price! This episode has it all, feedback from multiple sources, a distracted D-Dub and the insight you have come to expect from Stratosphear! We are going to attempt to get back on a regular schedule, D-Dub has just started a new job and it has some funky hours but we are going to power through! Next up? Yog, Space Amoeba!

    Episode 049 - Godzilla 2000

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2014 39:37


    It's time for a new episode! I realize this one is pretty late but let's face it real life takes front stage a lot of times. With that being said, before the review our good buddy Joe weighs in with his thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy. G 2000 was essentially Toho's response to the lizard movie from 1998 and one I have seen many many times. Did Strat like it? Listen and find out! Our next episode is our 50th and we have a film from our go to actor Vincent Price! The Pit and the Pendulum! Comments or suggestions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 048 - KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2014 37:50


    Episode 48 already? This time around it is a little gem featuring the band KISS! Can the band with all of their awesome powers overcome this piece of crap? How did this lead to the solo albums and almost break up the band? Why does Ace constantly say Ack? The answers to these and any more questions are in this very episode! Next up: Godzilla 2000

    Episode 047 - Godzilla vs SpaceGodzilla

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2014 33:11


    Godzilla vs SpaceGodzilla What can you say about this gem from  1994, well its a Godzilla film and there are some good points but lots of bad ones too... We spend a little time padding the episode as we discuss our philosophy on collectables, mainly its just the two of us padding the episode... Next up: KISS meets the Phantom of the Park

    Episode 046 - Enter The Dragon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2014 49:30


    It's finally here! Stratosphear and I finally review Enter the Dragon with the one and only Bruce Lee! More 70's cinematic magic for your enjoyment! We have some feedback from Joe and even stay on topic! No we don't but we can dream can't we? Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Next up: Godzilla vs Spacegodzilla

    Episode 045 - Godzilla (2014)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2014 49:59


    It's finally here! New Godzilla! We get some help from our friends as we have members of the Cuyahoga Kaiju Club, our B-Movie brother Joe, some emails and our resident foremost authority TJ. Warning there are spoilers and some rough language in this one and only bare bones editing Want to comment on it? Secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 044 - Godzilla Final Wars

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2014 35:42


    The last Toho Godzilla film, Final Wars is a celebration of all things kaiju. With the new film coming upon us quickly we felt it was time to take a look at this one, seems like people either love it or hate it. What did we think? Just have to listen... Next up: Enter the Dragon comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 043 - Westworld

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2014 46:49


    Westworld! Travel with us back in time, well to the 70s anyway, as we discuss a classic from Michael Crichton, Westworld starring Yul Brynner and a few others... We have some feedback in Joe's Corner too so enjoy! Next up is a real goody, Godzilla Final Wars Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 042 - Rebirth of Mothra

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2014 30:04


    Its Mothra time campers! Not being a fan of the Mighty Moth! Rebirth of Mothra is the film this time around, a fun little flick even if it did seem long... No feedback on this one but we'll have some next time! Next up? Westworld!

    Episode 041 - Starcrash

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2014 40:26


    I know you've been on the edge of your seats waiting for this one! Yup, it's Starcrash Time! Caroline Monro in a space bikini? Japanese Hillbillies? Redneck robots? Gonna have to listen to see how we fit all this in! Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Next up? Rebirth of Mothra

    Episode 040 - Godzilla vs Biollante

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2014 41:43


    Its our 40th episode and to celebrate we present our gift to you, our  review of: Godzilla vs Biollante! This was the first sequel after Godzilla 1985 and there are a few issues... We have our first official visit to Joe's Corner and we tangent on a few things of course... Want to be a part of it all? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com While you are out there check out geeksexplainitall.com Next up? Starcrash!

    Episode 039 - Wild Women of Wongo

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2014 36:15


    After surviving biting cold and a few rough days on call the new episode is here! Don't get too excited, we are reviewing The Wild Women of Wongo I was hoping for so much more out of this, pretty naive of me... We have some great feedback in Joe's corner then we reluctantly start our review. Next up is Godzilla vs Biollante from 1989

    Episode 038 - Destroy All Monsters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2014 32:01


    Flying, kaiju and more flying... It can only mean: Destroy All Monsters! This is a favorite from our misspent youth that still manages to be fun Next up? Wild Women of Wongo! Feedback? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com check out: geeksexplainitall.com

    Episode 037 - Evil Roy Slade

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2013 37:57


    Neither bad weather nor a migraine could hold off this episode for long! This time we review Evil Roy Slade with John Astin and a host of other stars! We start off with a segment we call Joe's Corner and then its on to the review! All I can say is, see this film folks! Next up? Destroy all Monsters! Comments? Got a film to suggest? Secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Check out geeksexplainitall.com

    Episode 036 - Frankenstein Conquers the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2013 40:20


    Ever see a movie that better the second time? That is what happened as we watched this episode's film Frankenstein Conquers the World! We really wanted to have Joe on for this one but the schedules just didn't work out, maybe soon... Baragon appears in this one as well plus... wait for it... Kumi Mizuno Wanna add your 2 cents? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com next up: Evil Roy Slade

    Episode 035 - Killer Klowns from Outer Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2013 39:24


    Episode 035 Killer Klowns... What can you say... We do talk about Captain Kangaroo and It's a Small World Did I mention Killer Klowns? email us at secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Check out geeksexplainitall.com Killer Klowns...sheesh... next up: Frankenstein Conquers the World Maybe he can take care of those damn clowns while he is at it...

    Episode 034 - Godzilla vs King Ghidorah

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2013 35:53


    On this episode we start off with a brief discussion on Doctor Who we jump right into our review of 1991s Godzilla Vs King Ghidorah! Along the way we reference Deliverance and the state of West Virginia... What dos this have to do with the movie? Listen and find out! Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Next up: Killer Klowns From Outer Space

    Episode 033- The Witchfinder General

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2013 29:50


    After too long a break we have returned with an all new episode! Our victim this time? The Witchfinder General with the one and only Vincent Price! Believe it or not we manage to work Dudley Do-Right and Monty Python into the conversation as well... We have some feedback too! What's that? You want to know how to get on the show or have your comments read? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com While you are out there, check out www.geeksexplainitall.com Next Up? Godzilla vs King Ghidorah!

    Episode 005 - Mad Monster Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2013 28:22


    On yet another "classic" episode we delve into the Rankin Bass Production of: Mad Monster Party We discuss its connection(s) to Mad Magazine as well as whether or not it is considered a Halloween classic. Questions or comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com On to the con now!

    Episode 008 - Horror High

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2013 26:44


    Time for another blast from the past! Horror High... Yes quite possibly the worst film we suffered through and our review is hear for your perusal. We both have a bit of history with this one, not saying its good but it is history nonetheless...

    Episode 007 - War of the Gargantuas

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2013 39:45


    Another classic episode for your listening pleasure. We set the wayback machine to episode 7 as Stratosphear and I discuss one of our favorites War of the Gargantuas I've been planning on reworking this one and posting it for a while, it just took some prodding from a fan (You know who you are Joe) Got a film you'd like us to review? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 032 - King Kong Escapes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2013 41:16


    Some of you long time listeners may say, "Hey, you did that one on the first episode" I did but that was very brief and it was me alone. So now both Stratosphear and myself review King Kong Escapes! This is a particular favorite of mine, Strat? Not so much... We will be taking a short break of about a month as we prepare for Mid Ohio Con but when we come back: The Witchfinder Generalstarring Vincent Price Comments or suggestions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Be Sure to check out our sistercast, geeksexplainitall.blogspot.com Until next time... Carl Nelson!

    Episode 006 - The Dr. Phibes Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2013 42:44


    Having a little bit of time I have finally gotten around to redoing a few of our older episodes and this time around it is a favorite of ours: The Abominable Dr Phibes and its sequel Dr Phibes Rises Again These both star our go to actor Vincent Price and some really good character actors. Fun movies and I bet you wanna watch them after listening! Got a suggestion for a review or an old episode you want reposted? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Be Good...

    Episode 031 - The Angry Red Planet

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2013 33:34


    Stooges! Smog Monster! The Stress of space travel! From 1959 its the Angry Red Planet! Filmed in Cinemagic its easy to see why the technique never caught on. Definitely have to see it at least once folks. Heaven knows we had a hard time not laughing at it... Comments or questions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com next up: King Kong Escapes

    Episode 030 - Godzilla vs Megalon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2013 35:01


    Godzilla vs Megalon! A favorite from our misspent youth. This time around we reference Cap'n Crunch, Ultraman (a gimme admittedly),Flying refrigerators, Johnny Sokko and Pacific Rim! Lots of headscratching moments in this one but we do still like it... Next Up: The Angry Red Planet comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to us on iTunes, beyondpod on your Android devices and on your Windows phone! Stay tuned for some big announcements!

    Episode 028 - Gamera Guardian of the Universe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2013 39:16


    It's 1995 and the 80's have made it to Japan! Well the fashions anyway... After last episode's disappointing film this time around we review Gamera Guardian of the Universe! There are tangents aplenty and some interesting insights and well, you should probably just listen! Comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Our film for nest time is: The 4-D Man Starring Gary Seven!

    Episode 027 - Logan's Run

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2013 35:15


    We wanted to like this one folks, we really did... Yup once again we find ourselves reviewing a film we just did not enjoy, Logan's Run. Along the way we reference Smokey and the Bandit, Sean Connery, mall hair and Austin Powers Here it here Next up: Gamera Guardian of the Universe Questions? Comments? Suggestions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 026 - Matango

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2013 39:50


    The Attack of the Mushroom People! Its an all star cast of the Toho players as we discuss a favorite from our youth. Along the way we reference Gilligan's Island, Lord of the Flies and Kumi Mizuno What are you waiting for? Listen now! Next up, Logan's Run

    Episode 019 - Gamera vs Guiron

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2013 34:30


    We proudly present a classic episode of SLDI for your listening pleasure! Hard to believe its already been 19 episodes but we are just starting to pick up steam! We take a look at a little gem from 1969, Gamera vs Guiron or Attack of the Monsters or whatever you want to call it. Needless to say we have fun with it and pick it apart all the while maintaining that we did indeed like it. Question comments and suggestions can be sent to: secretlairpodcast@gmail.com If you haven't already listen to our sistercast at: Geeks Explain It All Until Next Time... Be Good...

    Episode 025 - The Larry Awards

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2013 36:11


    It is our first anniversary and how did we choose to celebrate? By honoring the best and worst of the films we have review over the past year. We also induct the first class into the SLDI Hall of Fame as well as giving out our first Golden Flush Award for worst movie of the year. Agree? Disagree? Contact us at: secretlairpodcast@gmail.com And be sure to listen to our sistercast geeksexplainitall.blogspot.com

    Episode 024 - THEM!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2013 38:18


    It is time for the latest episode! This time around Stratosphear and I discuss that gem from 1954, THEM! Giant ants, Marshall Dillon, illegal aliens and Leonard Nimoy (briefly) We had a bit of a problem not laughing during the recording session but as I was editing I decided to just let the break ups in the show so enjoy! Next up we are doing our first annual Larry (get it?) Awards in honor of our one year anniversary of doing the show! after that? Matango: Attack of the Mushroom People! comments? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com

    Episode 023 - Monster Zero

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2013 41:30


    Faithful listeners, in this latest episode Stratosphear and I, your Fearless Leader D-Dub tackle a favorite movie from our youth, Monster Zero! During the discussion we talk about the many faces of Kumi Mizuno, dubbing english into Japanese and why See See Rider would be a cool entrance song for King Ghidorah Comments are always welcome at: secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Visit our Geeks Explain it All group on Facebook to vote for the first inductees into the SLDI Hall of Fame Next up: THEM! Then it is time for our one year anniversary show!

    Episode 022 - Revenge of Frankenstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2013 31:05


    On this episode we discuss the 1958 film Revenge of Frankenstein starring Peter Cushing. This is our first look at a Hammer film and I am sure that many of you are wondering why we picked this one. Simple answer, I had it on the amazing shelf of unwatched films! Oddly enough (well for us anyway) we don't go off on any tangents but don't let that deter you faithful listeners! Comments? Questions? Movie suggestions? secretlairpodcast@gmail.com While you are out there bouncing around on the interweb be sure to listen to our sistercast: geeksexplainitall.blogspot.com Subscribe in iTunes and leave us  a review! Next up: Monster Zero and Them!

    Episode 021 - Daimajin!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2013 32:49


    This time around Stratosphear and I review a very serious film from the studio that brought you Gamera: Daimajin Even though the film is serious we still manage to reference in passing Pee Wee Herman, Tim Burton and others. How? You can find out by listening I end the show with a quick tribute to the late Del Tenney so be sure to listen all the way through! Feedback always welcome at: secretlairpodcast@gmail.com Next up: The Revenge of Frankenstein with Peter Cushing then Monster Zero So weigh in on those! as always listen to our sistercast at: Geeks Explain It All.blogspot.com Subscribe to us on iTunes! Leave a review!

    Episode 020 - Horror of Party Beach

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2013 37:20


    This time around Stratosphear and I review the Del Tenney classic (?) "Horror of Party Beach" We both have some history with this one and we tell you why in this latest thrilling episode! For the record this one was recorded about a week before Del passed into the party beach in the sky. feedback is always welcome at: secretlairpodcast@gmail.com While you are at it check out our sistercast at: geeksexplainitall.blogspot.com Later beachgoers...

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