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The podcast where pop culture meets suicide prevention!

Josh Burkey


    • Sep 11, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 16m AVG DURATION
    • 593 EPISODES

    5 from 61 ratings Listeners of Victims and Villains that love the show mention: suicide prevention, fallout, nerd culture, positive message, geeky, mission, mental health, awareness, depression, nerdy, comics, pop culture, purpose, definitely worth, powerful, movies, great show, hope, solid, review.


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    The Victims and Villains podcast is a fantastic show that combines geek culture with important discussions about mental health and suicide prevention. Hosted by Captain Nostalgia, this podcast offers a unique and refreshing perspective on pop culture.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the host's ability to tackle serious topics in a lighthearted and engaging manner. Captain Nostalgia brings a sense of optimism and hope to every episode, reminding listeners that even in difficult times, there is always room for joy and positivity. The discussions about mental health are informative and insightful, providing valuable resources and strategies for those who may be struggling.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its focus on nostalgic topics. Whether it's reviewing classic movies or discussing beloved TV shows from our childhoods, the show brings back a sense of nostalgia that can be comforting and uplifting. The host's passion for these subjects shines through, making each episode entertaining and engaging.

    However, one potential downside to this podcast is that it may not appeal to everyone. While the discussions about mental health are important and necessary, some listeners may prefer a more lighthearted approach without the heavy emphasis on such serious topics. Additionally, those who are not familiar with geek culture may find it difficult to connect with some episodes that delve deep into specific fandoms.

    In conclusion, The Victims and Villains podcast is an outstanding show that offers a unique blend of geek culture and mental health awareness. With its positive message and entertaining content, it provides a much-needed source of inspiration in today's world. Whether you're a fan of pop culture or looking for resources on mental wellness, this podcast is definitely worth listening to.



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    Latest episodes from Victims and Villains

    The 4:30 Movie (2024) | Episode #466

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 54:44


    In this episode, Josh, of Abyss Gazing, and Allen, of Brilliant But Lazy, sit down to discuss their spoiler-free thoughts on the latest film from Kevin Smith with The 4:30 Movie. The film stars Siena Agudong, Aystin Zajur, Reed Northrup, Nicholas Cirillo & more. It is written and directed by Kevin Smith. The 4:30 Movie opens in limited release beginning September 13th, 2024 from Saban Films.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey & Allen Cramm. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Creature Feature Weekend 2024 | Episode #465

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2024 40:00


    In this episode, we sat down with some of the independent filmmakers from this year's Creature Feature Weekend featuring:02:16 - The Mutilator (Retrospective Review)05:00 - The Mutilator 2 Review10:45 - Buddy Cooper, the writer-director behind The Mutilator & The Mutilator 218:46 - Buffalo Bill's House (https://buffalobillshouse.com/)27:48 - Bobby Heckman, Producer of Screamwalkers + writer-director of Victim No More 235:44 - Screamwalkers ReviewIf you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey & Allen Cramm.It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Galaxy Con 2024 | Episode #464

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 56:49


    In this episode, we sat down with some of the independent comic creators from this year's Galaxy Con, plus shared our spoiler-free thoughts on You Can Call Me Bill. Whether you're a fan of comedy, manga, fantasy or something else - this episode has something in store for you. Check out the links below and support the creators:03:04 - You Can Call Me Bill Spoiler Free Review17:35 - The Hellfire Verdict (https://covasillustrations.com/) Tales from Cape Fear (https://www.talesofcapefear.com/) 25:31 - Ancient Illumination/Nyumbani Chronicles (https://ancientillumination.net/) 35:15 - Spider Squirrel & Trash Panda (https://linktr.ee/charliemcelvy) 43:25 - Moon Lair Studios (https://www.moonlairstudios.com/) 53:33 Decay, The Exorcist Club & Tap or Die (https://www.decaycomic.com/) If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey & Allen Cramm. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).  Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    The Omen (1976) | Abyss Gazing #99

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 39:01


    We're staring into the abyss of 1976's The Omen to see what will gaze back. Today we are kicking off not one BUT two brand new series with the filmmakers of this year's Horrific Hope (https://www.victimsandvillains.net/horrifichope) going through The Omen film series with us. We are joined by writer/director, Richard Elfman, and his leading lady, Anatasia Elfman, creators behind Bloody Bridget (https://bloodybridget.com/) to talk about the insane creation process of the film, Haitian history, film trivia on The Omen and more! Get your tickets for Horrific Hope Now: https://drafthouse.com/winchester/show/2024-horrific-hope-film-festival. Plus, we have music from Bend the Knee (https://bendthekneeva.bandcamp.com/).Try Paramount+ on us: https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/5051473/1001331/3065If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod, Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Bend the Knee.You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Bunker Hill Bloodbath | Episode #463

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 21:06


    In this episode, we sat down with Bunker Hill Bloodbath. Bunker Hill is a four piece death core band from North Carolina. In this interview, you'll hear where the name comes from, their 2024 goals and much more. You can catch them at our St. Patrick's Day show with The Get Off, DENS, Bend the Knee and Wine & Warpaint at Garden Grove Brewing Company. For more information: https://www.victimsandvillains.net/events/9ekxwtklwm2g9gtww2kphxxsdwc8ez.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Madame Web | Brilliant But Lazy #20

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 89:24


    Allen and Josh are joined by Devon Struthers from @YouHaveToWatchThisPodcast to talk about "Madame Web"! Hear what they think of the latest Sony Marvel film and hear their reactions to the latest Marvel news including the "Deadpool and Wolverine "AND "X-Men 97 "trailers PLUS the casting news for "The Fantastic Four"!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Brilliant But Lazy is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Allen Cramm (& produced by) and Joshua Howell. Music by Media Music Group and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Lost Interviews, Vol. 1 | Episode #462

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 96:24


    In this episode, we opened up our archives for some interviews that found their way into our vaults. Our biggest apologies to everyone and every event these interviews came from for taking this long to get to you. We sat down with comic creators, filmmakers, other organizations & more.04:15: Christopher Michael (C.R.I.T., https://www.hbhcomics.com/books,), Dennis Valencia (The Celestial Knight, https://www.drivethrucomics.com/product/416172/The-Celestial-Knight),21:50: Michelle Lodge (Home Free, https://www.instagram.com/michellelodgecomics,)33:20: Catherine Baab-Muguria (https://www.catherinebaabmuguira.com/poe-for-your-problems,)41:15: Will Smith (https://www.facebook.com/WilSmithIllustration/)53:00: Hector Miray (https://www.faithandfandom.org/)01:02:55: Nick Norman-Butler (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13431018/)01:26:30: Randy Zuniga (https://www.instagram.com/rand0816/?hl=en)If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3570890/advertisement

    International Survivor of Suicide Loss Day, Trolls: Band Together, The Holdovers & Thanksgiving | Episode #461

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2023 30:19


    In this mini-episode, reflect on International Survivor of Suicide Loss Day. An international holiday started in 1999 to help those who have lost family or friends to suicide. Additionally, we're sharing our thoughts on Trolls: Band Together, The Holderovers and Thanksgiving. All three of these are now playing in theaters everywhere.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3570890/advertisement

    Freddy vs Jason (2003) | Abyss Gazing #81

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 75:03


    We're staring into the abyss of 2003's Freddy vs Jason to see what will gaze back. Happy Friday the 13th! Anthony Ripo from The Retro Gamers Podcast joins us once again to discuss the next chapter in the Jason Voorhees saga with his long awaited battle with Springwood's favorite dream demon. In this episode, we share our experiences with it, the crazy production history, what it teaches us about mental health and more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod, Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms)You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3570890/advertisement

    Cosplay World (2023) | Episode #460

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2023 63:58


    Thanks to the kind folks over at Cosplay World for having us at this year's conventions. Whether you grew up on Batman 66, Power Rangers, anime or all three - this episode has something for you. During this live episode, we sat down with Blake Foster (Power Rangers Turbo, https://www.instagram.com/blak..., Karen Whitfild (Bronze Age Batgirl, https://www.instagram.com/live..., Marc Thompson (https://www.marcthompson.net/) & Tara Sands (https://www.tarasands.com/). to discuss their careers and mental health. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to https://www.victimsandvillains... for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth! This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) & Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3570890/advertisement

    The Machine (2023) | Victims and Villains #459

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 65:27


    They call him The Machine…or at least they did once upon a time. Stand up comedian and podcaster turns action hero for The Machine. In this episode, Captain Nostalgia sits down with our editor-in-chief, Cam Smith, to discuss his throwback debut film. Find out what we had to say about the cast, Bert Kreischer's life outside of the film, the mental health of legacy and much more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3570890/advertisement

    Sean Whalen | Victims and Villains #458

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 34:14


    Captain Nostalgia sits down with actor-turned-writer-director, Sean Whalen to discuss his upcoming project, Crust. In this interview, Whalen breaks down some of his most iconic moments in film, discusses his mental health journey and his upcoming directorial debut. Support Crust: https://www.indiegogo.com/proj... If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to https://www.victimsandvillains... for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth! This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/.... Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    John Wick (2014) | Episode #457

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 59:01


    We've been hard at work on projects that we are excited to announce in the coming weeks. Last November, we recorded a pilot for a potential kick off to a new limited series which would have analyzed the John Wick movies. In this episode, you'll find the proposed pilot to that series. Josh and Jasmine open up about their relationships to the action film genre, discussing their favorites, the importance of John Wick and how the film uses its narrative to address the mental health journey of grief. All this and much more! If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth! This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/.... Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Alice, Darling (2023) | Victims and Villains #456

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 48:52


    Aaron White from Feelin Film podcast (https://bit.ly/ffilmpod) joins Captain Nostalgia to discuss Alice, Darling. This movie deals with the fall out and mental health of an abusive relationship, the lasting effects it can take on an individual and more. Josh and Aaron break down the film's heaviest moments to embrace the film's brutal honesty and openness to discuss such sensitive topics. Alice, Darling opens up in select theaters on January 20th, 2023. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to https://www.victimsandvillains... for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth! Check Out Our Sponsors: Convicted Printing: https://www.youtube.com/redire..., Fierce Literature: https://www.youtube.com/redire..., Diabolik DVD:https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUlIbFd0alhILXNaWERZQUZDVm9ZYzZ1bEs5UXxBQ3Jtc0ttTDB3ZHZWeVc3alJNeEttam45Mmw3SlFpV215VXoyNjduMllWZkFIc0NZd1dFRmZ2SEFzS0NvZnp4NGxzYVpleDNhZHRBdThlMXBwTjdDUlRFZi04RENGdzFDVHNHOFdibWFrVmt4d2g2OEVpTlZmVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabolikdvd.com%2F&v=fvV8NSoMVV8 This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/.... Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Worst Films of 2022 | Victims and Villains #455

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2023 104:56


    2022 gave us some truly remarkable films. Whether it was the boy crazy adventure, Turning Red, a return to Pandora with The Way of Water or the reawakening of Pinhead with Hulu's Hellraiser. 2022 also had its fair share of cinematic blunders. Join Captain Nostalgia and JB Huffman, of Manly Movies (https://apple.co/3VzC2eM), count down their picks for the top 10 worst movies of this past year. We're hitting everything from Christmas movies, superhero movies and yes, sadly even the horror genre. Which movie(s) made your top 10 worst movies list?If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Check Out Our Sponsors: Convicted Printing: https://www.convictedprinting.com/, Fierce Literature: https://www.fierceliterature.com/, Diabolik DVD:https://www.diabolikdvd.com/This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Avatar: The Way of Water (2022) | Victims and Villains #454

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 97:08


    We're back to bonding and coming back to Pandora for the long awaited sequel to 2009's Avatar. James Cameron brings us back into the folder for the first of many sequels with The Way of Water. Journey with us as we discuss the immersive experience of the film, the importance of being seen and heard, the evolution of the characters and lore and much more. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to https://www.victimsandvillains... for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth! Check Out Our Sponsors: Convicted Printing: https://www.youtube.com/redire..., Fierce Literature: https://www.youtube.com/redire..., Diabolik DVD:https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbUlIbFd0alhILXNaWERZQUZDVm9ZYzZ1bEs5UXxBQ3Jtc0ttTDB3ZHZWeVc3alJNeEttam45Mmw3SlFpV215VXoyNjduMllWZkFIc0NZd1dFRmZ2SEFzS0NvZnp4NGxzYVpleDNhZHRBdThlMXBwTjdDUlRFZi04RENGdzFDVHNHOFdibWFrVmt4d2g2OEVpTlZmVQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabolikdvd.com%2F&v=fvV8NSoMVV8 This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/.... Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Jill Gevargizian (Part II) | Victims and Villains #453

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 43:04


    This past September, at Lost Weekend, we had a chance to sit down with the writer-director behind The Stylist - which you can currently stream on Shudder. Jill Gevargizian has made a name for herself as an accomplished short film director and the aforementioned feature film debut. In this special live interview, Jill recounts the success of The Stylist, future projects, love for The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and more! If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Check Out Our Sponsors: Convicted Printing: https://www.convictedprinting.com/, Fierce Literature: https://www.fierceliterature.com/, Diabolik DVD:https://www.diabolikdvd.com/This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Violent Night (2022) | Victims and Villains #452

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2022 80:25


    Ho-ho-ho. Prepare to meet a brand new hardcore Santa with David Harbour. In Part One, of our annual Collateral Christmas Crossover, our friends over at Collateral Cinema Podcast (https://bit.ly/352guest) join us to discuss Violent Night. In this episode, we'll chronicle how the film's use of classism, being married during the holidays, establishing finances for yourself and much more. Be sure to check out Part Two wehn it drops on Christmas Eve!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Check Out Our Sponsors: Convicted Printing: https://www.convictedprinting.com/, Fierce Literature: https://www.fierceliterature.com/, Diabolik DVD:https://www.diabolikdvd.com/This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal), Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms) & Sofia Talvik (https://music.sofiatalvik.com/). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Movies to be Thankful for | Victims and Villains #451

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2022 90:08


    With the holiday season vastly approaching and the air changing to thankfulness, Captain Nostalgia and Dan “The Movie Man” Rockwood sit down to discuss some movies that they are thankful for. Ranging from certified classics to childhood favorites - this episode and the picks on each prospective list reflect the impact the medium of film can have on your mental health. Happy Thanksgiving!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh "Captain Nostalgia" Burkey and Dan Rockwood. It is produced by Burkey. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Liam Regan | Victims and Villains #450

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 95:34


    Captain Nostalgia sits down with Liam Regan, writer-director of Eating Miss Campbell (https://bit.ly/vgbcampbell). Regan discusses the process of crafting a story around suicide, school shootings, violence in media and more. Plus, Regan recounts the tragedy of losing a crew member and friend to suicide during the production. Eating Miss Campbell is currently making its way around the festival circuit from Troma Films. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Matthew Basile. It is produced by Kat Kushin. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Pleasure's Ecstasy: An Audio Drama | Victims and Villains #449

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 60:10


    Thanks to Resentment's scheming the Emotions are at each other's throats like never before. Will the Emotion Pleasure be able to save the day or just make everything so much worse? Find out in this pleasurable fourth installment of the EmotionALL series.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Matthew Basile. It is produced by Kat Kushin. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (2022) | Victims and Villains #448

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 85:58


    Spooky season has ended and our Marvel correspondents, Joshua and Allen, return to talk about some things that have happened in the MCU since the summer time. While we'll be spending the majority of the time talking about She-Hulk: Attorney at Law; we're breaking down the first trailer of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and the first horror entry into MCU with Werewolf at Night. Grab your briefcase and suit up as we go to court for this one!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Allen Cramm and Joshua Howell. It is produced by Cramm and Joshua “Capt. Nostalgia” Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Se7en (1995) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #36

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 63:26


    We're staring into the abyss of 1995's Se7en to see what will gaze back. Jason Seaux (instagram.com/jasonseaux) returns to discuss one of the most influential movies of the 1990s. Joins us as we discuss the Saw inspiration, navigating cancel culture, the danger of apathy and more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Frankenstein (1931) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #35

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 60:56


    We're staring into the abyss of 1931's Bram Stoker's Dracula to see what will gaze back. Joseph Dea of the Systematic Geekology (https://linktr.ee/systematicgeekology) joins us to discuss his own podcast, the legacy of Frankenstein's monster, the film's religious undertones and more. Find out how the characters of Doctor Frankenstein and his monster reflect our own mental health. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #34

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2022 84:32


    We're staring into the abyss of 1992's Bram Stoker's Dracula to see what will gaze back. For this 19th century throwback we are joined by podcaster Andy Barker, of the Nothings Off the Table Podcast, to discuss Francis Ford Coppolla's take on the classic monster. Join us as we navigate the film's addiction undertones, Keanu Reeves, why horror and more Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms).You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Halloween Ends (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #33

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 85:18


    We're staring into the abyss of 2022's Halloween Ends to see what will gaze back. Once again we are joined by Andy Mavra, of Love What I Love Podcast (http://bit.ly/385guest), to discuss h so-called finale chapter of Michael Myers. In this episode, we chronicle the film's biggest missed opportunities, the impact of trauma, hopes for the franchise moving forward and more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Bring It On: Cheer or Die (2022) | Victims and Villains #447

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 70:21


    We brought our friends Love What I Love (http://bit.ly/385guest) out of retirement to discuss the latest sequel in the Bring It On franchise with Syfy's Cheer or Die. Gear up as we climb the cheer pyramid to dissect how the film uses its horror elements, nostalgic love for 2000's Bring It On, generational expectations and much more.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Capt Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Hellraiser (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #32

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 83:24


    We're staring into the abyss of 2022's Hellraiser to see what will gaze back. Filmmaker Simeon Gregory (https://www.instagram.com/simeon_gregory/) joins us to discuss his short film, Death in a Box (https://www.deathinabox.film/), his influences and more. We open up the Lament Configuration to work our way through David Bruckner's re-imagining of Clive Barker's iconic story. Join us as we discuss the film's evolution of mythos, mental health and addiction, the cenobites and more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). “Death in a Box” is by Nekane Music. You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Event Horizon (1997) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #31

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 76:04


    We're staring into the abyss of 1997's Event Horizon to see what will gaze back. This episode propels us into deep space to address this underappreciated late 90s horror film. Join us as we navigate our way through the career of Sam Neill, the mental health of isolation, demonic possession and more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    They Crawl Beneath, Frost & Spirit Halloween: The Movie | Victims and Villains #446.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 29:36


    In this special miniature episode, we look at three brand new releases. They Crawl Beneath is out now from Well Go Entertainment on Blu-Ray, DVD & Digital. Frost hits Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital beginning October 11th, 2022. Spirit Halloween: the Movie is now playing in limited engagements.

    The Gate (1987) | Victims and Villains #446

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 68:26


    Before he was the iconic vampire villain from Blade, Stephen Dorff fought off demons in the cult classic 80s movie, The Gate. Justin Harlan, the director of Skate or Die Film Festival (https://farsightedblog.com/skate-or-die-film-festival/), to discuss not only his love for this movie and its mental health themes but also his unique film festival. Skate or Die is a film festival unlike any other that you can experience for yourself in Philly Oct. 7th and 8th, 2022. Plus, we dig ourselves a hole to discuss gateway horror, generational differences and much more.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Capt Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Haunted Screams Expo (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #30

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2022 47:35


    We're staring into the abyss of a special live episode at this year's Haunted Screams Expo. We sit down with cookies (1:24), clay sculptor Brian (6:10), Scream Fest Studios (12:47), Lake Norman screenwriter and actor Michael Strider (19:44), local VA haunt Frightfest (27:24) and Hellraiser extraordinaire Gary J. Tunnicliffe (36:27). Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Hocus Pocus (Creature Feature Weekend 2022) | Victims and Villains #445

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 20:58


    We saved the best for last when it comes to this year's Creature Feature Weekend. At the witching hour and in full anticipation of the long awaited sequel, we sat down with Hocus Pocus stars Omri Katz and Jason Marsden to talk about the film's legacy, other projects and more. Check out what they had to say.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 988. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Capt Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Brian Falduto (School of Rock) | Victims and Villains #444

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 57:35


    If you grew up in the early 2000s, chances are you have probably seen the juggernaut comedy, School of Rock. Not only does this episode mark the return of Dan '“The Movie Man” Rockwood but we got the chance to not only discuss nostalgia but sit down with School of Rock star, Brian Falduto. In the last 19 years, Falduto recounts his struggles with fame, the backlash of Billy, country music and much more. Follow Brian on social media and check out his movie here: https://linktr.ee/brianfalduto. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Allen Cramm & Josh “Capt Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Cramm and Burkey". Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Between Worlds (2018) | That's High Praise: A Nicolas Cage Podcast #25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 24:41


    We've come to find out if 2018's Between Worlds is worthy of high praise. In our shortest Nic Cage episode to date, Captain Nostalgia and VHZest dissect the strange fantasy world of this direct to video Cage film. Find out if this strange little movie is worthy of high praise as we navigate through the worlds of sci-fi, grief and more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!That's High Praise: A Nicolas Cage Podcast is a production of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Micah "V.H.Zest" Kimber. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Clerks III (2022) | Victims and Villains #443

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 67:48


    It started in 1994 with a film that revolutionized the world of independent cinema. Nearly 30 years later, Kevin Smith returns to the Quick Stop for the finale in Clerks III. Capt. Nostalgia and Allen (https://bit.ly/347guest) share their own customer service nightmares and relating to the trilogy, the film's use of trauma, why Clerks is worthy of the best trilogy conversation and much more! Click play and remember that we're not even supposed to be here today.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Allen Cramm & Josh “Capt Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Cramm and Burkey". Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Mark Henderson | Victims and Villains #442

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2022 65:56


    D23 (2022) | Victims and Villains #441

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 64:15


    Creature Feature Weekend 2022 (Part Two) | Victims and Villains #440

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2022 67:04


    We're heading back to Creature Feature Weekend (www.creaturefeatureweekend.com) for more ghoulish fun. In the second of our two-part coverage, we're sitting down with independent filmmakers, authors, podcasters and even Tim Cappello from The Lost Boys. Filmmakers Melissa and Chris (5:15), JB (Camp Nightmare Podcast, 16:19), Jenny Allen (Novelist, 23:10), Bobby and James (Victim No More, 28:36), & Tim Cappello (The Lost Boys), 51:33.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Joshua “ Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Creature Feature Weekend 2022 (Part One) | Victims and Villains #439

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 63:20


    We're heading back to Creature Feature Weekend (www.creaturefeatureweekend.com) for more ghoulish fun. In the first of our two-part coverage, we're sitting down with independent filmmakers, authors, comic creators and even Mark Patton from A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge and Scream, Queen: My Nightmare on Elm Street. Brandon Salisbury (George A. Romero's Resident Evil, 17:45), Malachi (Horror Gods, 30:35), Mike Konefol & Amanda Headlee (Comic Creator/Author, 34:53), Ethan Styer (“Mimicry” Short, 46:51), Chris O' Brocki (Shriek Show, 51:22), Mark Patton (55:08).If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Joshua “ Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Trapped in Paradise (1994) | That's High Praise: A Nicolas Cage Podcast #24

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 57:14


    The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988) | Victims and Villains #438

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2022 74:11


    Comic creator Brian Wingrove (https://www.instagram.com/brianwingrove.huh/) to discuss the 1988 fantasy movie, The Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Throughout out our otherworldly adventure today, join us as we discuss Brian's comic career, the history of the fabled character, the strength of community and much more! For all you filmmakers, submit your nightmares to our 2023 Season of Horrific Hope Film Festival: https://bit.ly/hhff23. Screenplays, shorts and feature films are all welcome.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Joshua “ Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Orphan: First Kill/Glorious | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #29

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 44:39


    We're staring into the abyss of first looks of both Orphan: First Kill and Glorious. See how Orphan: First Kill stacks up against the 2009 cult classic. Orphan: First Kill opens in limited release, on Paramount+ and VOD beginning August 19th, 2022. On the other side of the abyss, we find ourselves with the Shudder original, Glorious. Glorious comes to Shudder beginning August 18th, 2022. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday (1993) | Victims and Villains #437

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2022 84:42


    Once upon a time, we were given Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter but that was far from the truth. Anthony Ripo from The Retro Gamers (http://www.theretrogamers.com/) to enter into a bold new era of Jason Voorhees that is once again using the dreaded “F” word of Final. In this episode, we'll look at what New Line's take on the iconic slasher character meant for the franchise, how the movie influenced others, the landscape of horror, the mental health of identity and more.If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Joshua “ Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Prey (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #28

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 50:30


    We're staring into the abyss of 2022's Prey to see what will gaze back. From our nostalgia of the original Predator franchise to our worries about Disney making these movies journey with us to see what gazes back. Plus we address our thoughts on the movie, the importance of self-worth and much more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Sleepy Hollow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2022 81:21


    Shanna Stoker | Victims and Villains #436

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 87:36


    In this intimate episode, we sit down with Shanna Stoker, the CEO of Ghoulish Garb to discuss her depression journey. From young beginnings of faith and trauma to the ghosts of adulthood, Shanna bravely shares her stories of heartbreak, triumph and existing with trauma. Plus, she also discusses the humble beginnings of her company, Ghoulish Garb. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Joshua “ Captain Nostalgia” Burkey. It is produced by Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    The Croods (2013) | That's High Praise: A Nicolas Cage Podcast #23

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2022 75:35


    We've come to find out if 2013's The Croods is worthy of high praise. We thought we would try and tackle some of Cage's more heartfelt and family-focused movies for a few episodes. Journey back with us to the dawn of man with 2013's The Croods. While Cage has done voice work before it is nothing to this capacity. Throughout this time travel episode, we're addressing cavemen and evolutionary stereotypes, agoraphobia, the vibrancy of the film's palette and more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!That's High Praise: A Nicolas Cage Podcast is a production of Victims and Villains is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Micah "V.H.Zest" Kimber. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    NOPE (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #26

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 70:29


    We're staring into the abyss of 2022's NOPE to see what will gaze back. Jordan Peele returns to the horror genre with another nightmare that is truly out of this world. Join us as we navigate the skies to better understand the film's social commentaries, its nostalgic center and much more. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Ms. Marvel (2022) | Victims and Villains #435

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2022 69:32


    Our Marvel correspondents return to go cosmic with the latest Disney+ series in Ms. Marvel. From cosplay to the MCU, actress Iman Vellani, embodies the spirit of the 21st Century Hero. In this episode, we'll discuss Kamala Khan's origin, what the series means for Brie Larson's Captain Marvel films, the MCU moving forward and more!If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!This episode of Victims and Villains is written by Allen Cramm and Joshua Howell. It is produced by Cramm and Joshua “Capt. Nostalgia” Burkey. Music by Mallory Jameson (https://bit.ly/expandmal) and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). T Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

    Infrared (2022) | Abyss Gazing: A Horror Podcast #25.1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2022 30:43


    We're staring into the abyss of 2022's Infrared. In this first mini episode of Abyss Gazing, we discuss the latest film from Greg Sestro. The film tells the story of a brother and sister ghost hunting duo who attempt to debunk a local ghost legend. Infrared opens everywhere July 22nd, 2022. Submit your films and screenplays to Horrific Hope Film Festival 2023: https://bit.ly/hhff23. If you or someone you know is reading this right now and struggling with suicide, depression, addiction, or self-harm - please reach out. Comment, message, or tweet at us. Go to victimsandvillains.net/hope for more resources. Call the suicide lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Text "HELP" to 741-741. There is hope & you DO have so much value and worth!Abyss Gazing is a production of Victims and Villains and is written by Josh “Captain Nostalgia” Burkey (& produced by) and Mark Moore. Music by Kevin MacLeod and Purple Planet (https://bit.ly/ppcoms). You can now support us on Patreon. Help us get mental health resources into schools and get exclusive content at the same time. Click here (http://bit.ly/vavpatreon) to support us today!

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