The Synapse Films Podcast

In this episode we check in with Jerry, Noa, and Don with updates on news and upcoming releases. We hope you are having a great summer and thank you for listening!

In this episode we catch up with Jerry and Noa. Plus, special guest Dave Kosanke joins Tim for an in-depth discussion about the Synapse release of Prom Night and the film's place in horror history. Thank you for listening!

Say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024 with both Don and Jerry as they discuss not only what has been a challenging year, but also what lies ahead. Thank you for listening and Happy New Year from everyone at Synapse Films!

In this episode Michael Felsher from Red Shirt Pictures stops by and discusses his history and the upcoming release of Trick Or Treat. Thank you for listening and have a Happy Halloween!

In this episode we check in with Jerry and Noa about some of the  things going on behind the scenes at Synapse. Plus, Tim and Ryan have a chat about the recent release of McBain. Thank you so much for listening and for your continued support of Synapse Films!

In this episode we discuss Black Circle, a film that Synapse not only released but also co-produced. Thank you for listening!

In this episode Don May Jr. discusses everything Synapse Films, including the status of upcoming releases and the current state of the physical media business. Thanks for listening! 

I this episode, Jerry discusses some of the indie films in the Synapse catalogue. Plus, Tim and Ryan have a movie nerd conversation about the recent release of Satan's Little Helper. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Tim and Jerry have a candid conversation about the controversial documentary Graphic Sexual Horror. Thank you for listening!

In this episode we look back at 2022, tease what's ahead for 2023, and discuss our 4K release of Tenebrae with team member Ryan "Rock'N'Rolson" Olson. Thank you for listening and Happy 2023 from all of us at Synapse Films!

In this episode, Jerry answers fan submitted questions. Noa and Tim discuss thermal dynamics. The Dwarves' Marc Diamond visits to chat about Creature From Black Lake. Thank you for listening!

Welcome to the second Impulse Pictures bonus episode! In this episode we discuss the wide variety of classic adult films offered by Impulse Pictures, including the popular Peep Show and Nikkatsu Films collections. Thank you for listening!

This episode is all Jerry Chandler having a candid chat about everything from his personal tastes and love of movies, to the struggles of being an owner of a physical media company in this day and age. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, we discuss upcoming releases and convention appearances. Our special guest is Cameron Scott from the Cinema Degeneration Podcast. Tim and Cameron discuss the Synapse release of Popcorn. Thanks for listening!

The debut of The Impulse Pictures Podcast! In this episode we discuss how Impulse Pictures was born out of Synapse Films, and the different challenges encountered in finding materials needed to release films in this genre. Thank you for listening and please let us know if you would like to hear more episodes focussed on Impulse Pictures.

In this episode, Jerry and Noa talk about some upcoming titles and convention appearances. Plus, we welcome back special guest Ryan Olson and discuss Tombs of The Blind Dead. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Jerry and Noa address the recent shipping struggles and the changes that have been made to correct the situation. Plus, Tim and team member Steve Roy discuss the new 4K release of Phenomena. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Tim and Jerry take a look under the hood at Synapse Films and discuss the challenges of operating an independent physical media company. Thank you for listening!

In this episode Jerry and Noa discuss the new merchandise, shipping confusion, and a very special wedding in the Synapse family. Then, we check in with Canadian team member Sean Provost and discuss the Canuck cult classic Curtains. Thank you for listening!

In this episode we welcome Dr. Jamie Wraight to discuss the controversial releases Stalingrad and The Triumph of the Will. Dr. Wraight is the curator and historian for the Voice/Vision Holocaust Survivor Oral History Archive at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where he is also an adjunct lecturer in the Department of History. We then discuss with Jerry the decision making process that Synapse went through in releasing these difficult films. The answers he gives just may surprise you. Thank you very much for listening to this important episode.

In this episode we chat with Jerry Chandler about Impulse Pictures, get an update from Noa Chandler about the new Synapse merch, and welcome back special guest Marc Diamond (The Dwarves) to discuss Frankenhooker. Thanks for listening! 

In this episode Jerry talks about the collaboration with Arrow Video, Noa Chandler discusses the new 2022 merchandise, and special guest Cameron Scott from the Cinema Degeneration Podcast stops by to chat about the new Demons 1&2 release. Thank you for listening! 

In this episode we discuss Suspiria with special guest Jen Roe. Plus, Synapse news and notes with Jerry Chandler. Thank you for listening!

In this episode Jerry reports back from Cinema Wasteland and discusses the Nikkatsu titles released by Impulse Pictures. Next, Tim has an in-depth discussion about Massacre at Central High with Dave Kosanke of Liquid Cheese fanzine fame. Thank you so much for listening!

This episode features both Synapse Films co-owners Jerry Chandler and Don May discussing HorrorHound Weekend, and the upcoming releases of Demons 1&2, Tombs of the Blind Dead, Creature from Black Lake, and The Kindred. Don also discusses the challenges of restoring classic films and why the restorations take as much time as they do. Thank you for listening! 

Origin Stories: In this episode Tim and Jerry dig up the past and discuss the origins of Synapse Films and this very podcast. Thank you for listening!

The Convention Chronicles: Flashback Weekend 2021. This episode we report back from Flashback Weekend and chat with some special friends who were in attendance. Thank you for listening!

Tim and Jerry discuss Reel Zombies, Street Trash, Flashback Weekend, and the upcoming 4K releases of Demons and Demons 2. This month's special guest is Marc "The Fresh Prince of Darkness" Diamond from The Dwarves. Thanks for listening!

Welcome to the first episode of The Synapse Films Podcast! In this episode, our host Tim O'Saben discusses the Synapse releases of "Slaughter of the Innocents" and "Undertaker" with Synapse Films co-owner Jerry Chandler and team member Ryan Olson. Thanks for listening!