Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)

We're going into the future, maniacs, as we discuss the 1989 Julian Sands vehicle Warlock with Bryan and Peter from NPRmageddon! Tune in as we chat about the flick and other topics such as people from olden times being tased, weather vanes as family heirlooms, and double decker airplanes. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For November's bonus episode, we played a couple rounds of 20 Quest-yinz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us discuss more supernatural-tinged horror flicks from 1989? Check out our previous episodes on The Church (episode 33), Elves (episode 65), Friday The 13th Part VIII (episode 82), Shocker (episode 85), Tetsuo: The Iron Man (episode 141), and Puppet Master (episode 238).

School is in session, maniacs! We're heading back to college this week to talk about the 1982 slasher The House On Sorority Row. Tune in as we break down this whodunit horror flick and discuss other topics such as canes with really sharp birds, Lance's Reddit Mushroom ID Discovery, and collectible E.T. sugar bowls used strictly for coffee. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For November's bonus episode, we played a couple rounds of 20 Quest-yinz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us discuss more slashers from 1982? Check out our previous episodes on Silent Rage (episode 42), Alone In The Dark (episode 46), The Killing Hour (episode 54), Trick Or Treats (episode 110), The Dorm That Dripped Blood (episode 120), Slumber Party Massacre (episode 127), Pieces (episode 183), and Friday The 13th Part III (episode 260).

Bust out the 12-pack, maniacs, because this week we're taking a trip to Blood Lake! While we try to make sense of this piece of shot-on-video history, we also chat about topics such as regular flavor toothpaste, having trouble deciphering our jokes from actual dialogue, and the insanity that is the film's soundtrack by Voyager. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For November's bonus episode, we played a couple rounds of 20 Quest-yinz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us discuss some more shot-on-video fare? Check out our previous episodes on Hollow Gate (episode 109), Things (episode 217), Heavy Metal Massacre (episode 306), and Video Violence (episode 316).

It's all for you, maniacs! We're closing out 70s Month with the supernatural thriller The Omen from 1976. While we discuss this oft-praised film we also talk about other topics such as the Oasis/Blur feud of the 90s, Gregory Peck's woes of being a very young father, and an important zoological question: do baboons know their butts look funny? Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For October's bonus episode, we dug into the archives and unearthed an early episode of Lance's old podcast Life And Movies featuring Ben and Gregg talking about the video stores of their youths. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! We're also helping to spread the word on the new installment of IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS that's now available! IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: 1990-1994 can be pre-ordered here and will no doubt be a great deep dive into 90s horror. The pre-order closes on Halloween day so get yours now! Want more religious horror talk? Check out our previous episodes on The Seventh Sign (episode 44), Rawhead Rex (episode 124), 976-Evil (episode 153), Prime Evil (episode 180), Evilspeak (episode 246), Prince Of Darkness (episode 261), and Satan's Slave (episode 299).

Break out the string cheese, maniacs, because 70s Month rolls on with some more Italian bullshit by the king himself: Dario Argento's Deep Red! We're still Ben-less this week so joining us to round out the trio is many-time guest Amanda from the Ghoul On Ghoul podcast. While we don our leather gloves once again, we also discuss other topics such as this film's weird similarity to Over The Top, the fake fanciness of Spaghetti Warehouse, and we dig into another round of Maniac Feedback where you tell us your favorite horror movie dolls! Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For October's bonus episode, we dug into the archives and unearthed an early episode of Lance's old podcast Life And Movies featuring Ben and Gregg talking about the video stores of their youths. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! We're also helping to spread the word on the new installment of IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS that's now available! IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: 1990-1994 can be pre-ordered here and will no doubt be a great deep dive into 90s horror! Want more episodes on Dario Sargento? Check out our previous episodes on Phenomena (episode 61), Tenebrae (episode 198), Inferno (episode 232), Suspiria (episode 267), and Opera (episode 310).

Boyyyyyy are we excited, maniacs! 70s Month rolls on as we discuss the movie that put Don Coscarelli on the map: 1979's Phantasm. While we are Ben-less for this episode, we're joined by friend of the show and Locust Street Films co-conspirator Matt Schultz. While we lightly explore the entire Phantasm universe and try to make some sense of it, we also discuss topics such as Gregg's childhood living room wallpaper, our favorite prank show Jawa'd, and how this entire franchise makes zero sense. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For October's bonus episode, we dug into the archives and unearthed an early episode of Lance's old podcast Life And Movies featuring Ben and Gregg talking about the video stores of their youths. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! We're also helping to spread the word on the new installment of IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS that's now available! IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: 1990-1994 can be pre-ordered here and will no doubt be a great deep dive into 90s horror! Want more conversations involving otherworldly beings? Check out our previous episodes on The Blob (episode 29), Phantasm II (episode 70), Critters (episode 86), The Being (episode 179), The Thing (episode 229), The Stuff (episode 234), Nightbeast (episode 262), Bad Taste (episode 272), The Faculty (episode 284), and Communion (episode 307).

We're going back in time, maniacs! This October brings us another edition of 70's Month and we're kicking it off in style with the locally-filmed George Romero vampire flick Martin. Tune in as we discuss this interesting take on vampires and other topics such as the various Pittsburgh locations in the movie, Lance's bee story, and we invent our own cereal: Golden Treasures. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For October's bonus episode, we dug into the archives and unearthed an early episode of Lance's old podcast Life And Movies featuring Ben and Gregg talking about the video stores of their youths. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more conversations about the films of George Romero? Check out our previous episodes on Monkey Shines (episode 98), Creepshow (episode 104), Day Of The Dead (episode 114), and Dawn Of The Dead (episode 266).

Let's take a trip to the video store, maniacs! We're diving into another shot-on-video entry in 80s horror with Video Violence from 1987. Bringing this flick to the table is Aaron Mook from Eerie Horror Fest. While we try to figure out what happens when renting isn't enough, we also discuss topics such as that one extra from She's Out Of My League, the origins of Lick-M-Aid, and the age old question of lemonade versus iced tea. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For September's bonus episode, we're doing another round of the Back In The Day Blitz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us discuss some more shot-on-video fare? Check out our previous episodes on Hollow Gate (episode 109), Things (episode 217), and Heavy Metal Massacre (episode 306).

We're headed back to the cornfields, maniacs! Our patrons have spoken so we're finally covering Scarecrows from 1988. While we discuss the movie, we also chat about other topics such as our favorite nu metal songs containing the word "boom", memories of defunct Tex-Mex chain Don Pablo's, and that time John Popper of Blues Traveler got caught with a trunk full of guns. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For September's bonus episode, we're doing another round of the Back In The Day Blitz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more!

We're headed to the future, maniacs! 1997 to be precise, as we check out the 1987 Empire picture Creepozoids. Who better to join us than the hosts of the Charles Band-themed podcast Puppet Masters And Castle Freaks, Jarrod and Steve? While we hack into the mainframe to analyze this movie, we also discuss topics such as filming behind a Pizza Hut, reading out loud, and Charles Band's disguise for stealing props from other productions. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For September's bonus episode, we're doing another round of the Back In The Day Blitz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Can't get enough talk about the Band-iverse? Check out our previous episodes on Re-Animator (episode 19), TerrorVision (episode 21), Sorority Babes In The Slimeball Bowl-O-Rama (episode 63), Trancers (episode 88), Dolls (episode 137), Puppet Master (episode 238), Ghoulies (episode 243), Troll (episode 280), and Ghoulies II (episode 311).

We're be-boppin' back to NYC, maniacs, so grab a big slice as we talk about the Larry Cohen monster movie Q: The Winged Serpent from 1982. Join us for copious amounts of Michael Moriarty impressions and other topics such as the one time Lance swore into a drawer, this movie's similarities to Baby's Day Out, and how one acquires the nickname Bango. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For September's bonus episode, we're doing another round of the Back In The Day Blitz. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more Larry Cohen talk from the Brain Boys? Check out our previous episodes on A Return To Salem's Lot (episode 101), The Stuff (episode 234), and It's Alive III (episode 258).

School is in session, maniacs! To celebrate our six year anniversary episode, we decided to break format a little and cover a fun comedy from 1987: the Carl Reiner directed romp Summer School. This movie boasts an impressive cast, including Dean Cameron who we interview at the end of the episode! Tune in as we break down the flick and discuss other topics such as lies about celebrity deaths, the brilliance of the movie's script, and the classic 80s trope of having actors pushing 30 play high schoolers. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For August's bonus episode, which we're calling the Back In The Day Blitz, Lance prompts the table with some questions relating to our childhoods. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us break down more comedies? Check out our previous episodes on Return Of The Living Dead (episode 81), Better Off Dead (episode 100), House II: The Second Story (episode 111), Blood Diner (episode 128), Return Of The Killer Tomatoes (episode 158), Vampire's Kiss (episode 167), The Burbs (episode 200), and Army Of Darkness (episode 240).

Step right up, maniacs! We're headed to the carnival this week as we talk about Ghoulies II from 1987. As we break down yet another Empire Picture, we discuss other topics such as Ben's wish for a Soft Kiss Checklist, Lance's unfortunate dunk tank story, and which cast member from the flick was prominent on Nickelodeon in the 90s. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For August's bonus episode, which we're calling the Back In The Day Blitz, Lance prompts the table with some questions relating to our childhoods. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more discussion on miniature monsters? Check out our previous episodes on Child's Play (episode 41), Night Of The Creeps (episode 52), Critters (episode 86), Monkey Shines (episode 98), Dolls (episode 137), Slugs (episode 189), Puppet Master (episode 238), Ghoulies (episode 243), Children Of The Corn (episode 281), and The Hand (episode 289).

We're back on our Italian bullshit this week, maniacs, as we talk another Dario Argento joint with 1987's Opera! Tune in as we dissect the movie and discuss topics such as bird facts (real and fake), the composer of every 90s sitcom theme song, and the haunting repetition of claymation Lipton Brisk iced tea commercials. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For August's bonus episode, which we're calling the Back In The Day Blitz, Lance prompts the table with some questions relating to our childhoods. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! If you want more Argento-flavored Italian bullshit, check out our previous episodes on Phenomena (episode 61), Tenebrae (episode 198), Inferno (episode 232), and Suspiria (episode 267).

Time to get the job done, maniacs! This week we're checking out the obscure Wings Hauser vehicle The Carpenter from 1988. While we try to make sense of what seems like a first draft script, we also discuss topics such as Hauser's bizarre dialogue, colleges that still have class bells, and tools stealing tools. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For August's bonus episode, which we're calling the Back In The Day Blitz, Lance prompts the table with some questions relating to our childhoods. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more movies from 1988? Check out our previous episodes on Killer Klowns From Outer Space (episode 26), Hack-O-Lantern (episode 57), Flesh Eater (episode 95), Dead Heat (episode 131), Slugs (episode 189), Evil Dead Trap (episode 252), and Poltergeist III (episode 298).

Sometimes dead is better, maniacs! This week we're covering another classic from Stephen King in 1989's Pet Sematary. While we discuss the recent news involving the franchise, we also chat about topics such as eating an entire container of Bubble Tape, a very unsettling cartoon from the 80's, and how a certain line from a fast and furious film fits perfectly into the plot of Pet Sematary. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For August's bonus episode, which we're calling the Back In The Day Blitz, Lance prompts the table with some questions relating to our childhoods. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more discussion on Stephen King adaptations? Check out our previous episodes on Creepshow 2 (episode 8), Silver Bullet (episode 32), Christine (episode 37), Maximum Overdrive (episode 73), Cujo (episode 80), Creepshow (episode 104), Cat's Eye (episode 226), The Running Man (episode 237), Firestarter (episode 244), and Children Of The Corn (episode 281).

We're headed back to space this week, maniacs, as we celebrate Lance's 100th appearance on the show and Ben's 300th appearance with 1989's alien abduction flick Communion. While we try to polish our Christopher Walken impressions, we also discuss topics such as Lance slowly turning into Jack Johnson, Walken as the Babadook, and the very confusing tone of this film. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For July's bonus episode, we performed our Ultimate 80s Horror Draft, picking one movie from each year of our beloved decade. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear more discussions of visitors from space from the Brain Boys? Check out our previous episodes on Terrorvision (episode 21), Killer Klowns From Outer Space (episode 26), The Blob (episode 29), Night Of The Creeps (episode 52), The Being (episode 179), Predator (episode 204), Nightbeast (episode 262), Bad Taste (episode 272), The Faculty (episode 284), and Miracle Mile (episode 295).

Bang your heads, maniacs! This week we're jumping into the shot-on-video end of the pool with 1989's Heavy Metal Massacre. Joining us to discuss the flick is Tomm Jacobsen of Dude Bro Party Massacre III and the recently resurrected 5-Seconds Films. Tune in as we discuss other topics such as Ben's childhood hatred of E.T., guerrilla-style indie filmmaking techniques, and the dumbfounding nature of this film's MacGuffin: a unique necklace. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For July's bonus episode, we performed our Ultimate 80s Horror Draft, picking one movie from each year of our beloved decade. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more metal mayhem from the Brain Boys? Check out our previous epsiodes on Monster Dog (episode 28), Rock 'n Roll Nightmare (episode 47), Rocktober Blood (episode 49), Hack-O-Lantern (episode 57), Trick Or Treat (episode 59), Zombie Nightmare (episode 165), and Black Roses (episode 256).

We're howling at the moon this week, maniacs, as we dive into our first entry of the oeuvre of Jess Franco with 1981's Bloody Moon. Bringing us this slice of cult cinema is author/artist/musician STEAK MTN aka Chris Norris, who has a new novel up for pre-order, The Holy Day. While we delve into Franco's work, we also discuss topics such as getting a haircut at Fantastic Sam's, our new fictitious clothing line Bungalow 13, and we dig up the name of the rooster from the Corn Flakes box. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For July's bonus episode, we performed our Ultimate 80s Horror Draft, picking one movie from each year of our beloved decade. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more 80s Spanish horror? Check out our previous episodes on Monster Dog (episode 28), Edge Of The Axe (episode 176), Pieces (episode 183), and Slugs (episode 189).

Our heads are spinning this week, maniacs, as we discuss a lesser-known Linda Blair vehicle in Grotesque from 1988. While we dissect this home invasion monster movie, we also discuss topics such as crappy movie punks, our Burger King orders, and we try to figure out who the main character is in this film. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! For July's bonus episode, we performed our Ultimate 80s Horror Draft, picking one movie from each year of our beloved decade. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more movie punks? Check out our episodes on Alone In The Dark (episode 46), The Midnight Hour (episode 56), Night Of The Demons (episode 58), Return Of The Living Dead (episode 81), Witchboard (episode 194), Doom Asylum (episode 202), Black Roses (episodes 256) and Sleepaway Camp 3 (episode 257).

We're avoiding hugs this week, maniacs, as we dive into the 1980 toxic waste PSA that is The Children. Bringing us this weird slice of 80s horror are the hosts of Drive-In Asylum, Bill Van Ryn and Sam Panico. While we dissect the flick, we also discuss topics such as standard procedure for dealing with abandoned buses, old-time industry nicknames that sound like giallo film titles, and apple routes. And in true crossover fashion, Sam shares a movie-related cocktail recipe towards the end of the episode! Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! We resurrected an old bonus favorite and put together a mixtape draft of songs from teen comedy movies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more discussions on killer kids? Check out our previous episodes on The New Kids (episode 87), Cutting Class (episode 89), Sleepaway Camp (episode 122), Bloody Birthday (episode 151), Scream (episode 242), Evilspeak (episode 246), and Children Of The Corn (episode 281).

We're taking it to the house, maniacs! This week we're talking about the third installment in Sean Cunningham's secondmost famous franchise, House, with The Horror Show. Tune in as we talk about this shameless Elm Street/Shocker ripoff and other topics such as the stuff they're putting in Reese's Cups these days, Brion James' interesting laugh, and we accidentally create a new Street Sharks character. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! We resurrected an old bonus favorite and put together a mixtape draft of songs from teen comedy movies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more slasher-y goodness from 1989? Check out our episodes on Intruder (episode 17), Friday The 13th Part VIII (episode 82), Halloween 5 (episode 164), A Nightmare On Elm Street 5 (episode 177), Offerings (episode 190), and Sleepaway Camp III (episode 257).

We're getting spooky this week, maniacs, because we're discussing the 1981 Tom McLoughlin cult flick One Dark Night! Bringing us this weird slice of horror history is Fake Ritual podcast host Lucas Sloppy. Tune in as we dissect the movie and talk about other topics such as Great Value Andy Warhol, the return of an old show favorite, and a new unique insult we haven't heard before. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! We resurrected an old bonus favorite and put together a mixtape draft of songs from teen comedy movies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! For more E.G. Daily, check out our episode on Better Off Dead (episode 100), for more Meg Tilly tune in to our episode on Psycho II (episode 149) and for more Adam West pop on our episode on Zombie Nightmare (episode 165).

You're all doomed, maniacs! This week brings us episode 300 of the show and we're celebrating in style by talking about a behemoth of 80s horror: the original Friday The 13th. Tune in as we break down this classic and discuss other topics such as Ben and Lance's experience at the Blink-182 gig, all the legal mumbo-jumbo that plagues the Friday series, and Gregg teaches us about ice cream nachos. Make sure to stick around for an extended Maniac Feedback segment where you tell us your favorite episodes of Neon Brainiacs! Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! We resurrected an old bonus favorite and put together a mixtape draft of songs from teen comedy movies. For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, livestreams, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more of us delving into Friday The 13th? We're almost through with the 80s portion of the franchise, so check out our previous episodes on Part 2 (episode 147), Part 3 (episode 260), Part 4 (episode 45), Part 5 (episode 18), Part 6 (episode 182), and Part 8 (episode 82).

We're taking a trip to Indonesia, maniacs! We wrap up our Rock & Shock II theme for the month of May with 1980's Satan's Slave. Joining us is returning guest and Tunnel Of Love drummer The Lo Fi Horror Guy, as well as Indonesian writer and literary critic Dimas Riyo. As the five us of dissect this international cult classic, we also discuss topics such as using a weedwhacker that makes you feel like a Ghostbuster, some scenes that remind us of Phantasm, and having cigarettes for dinner. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! The patrons spoke and we delivered: May's bonus episde is a discussion of the big-screen premiere of Ernest P. Worrell with 1987's Ernest Goes To Camp! For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more international fare from the Brain Boys? Check out our previous episodes on Monster Dog (episode 28), Road Games (episode 72), Ghosthouse (episode 138), Tetsuo: The Iron Man (episode 141), The Beyond (episode 168), Possession (episode 184), City Of The Living Dead (episode 192), Tenebrae (episode 198), Evil Dead Trap (episode 252), and Suspiria (episode 267).

We're back on the other side, maniacs! This week we continue Rock & Shock II with Poltergeist III, and returning to the show is musician/comedian Terry Jones, who has a new song out this Friday. Tune in as we dissect this wacky sequel and discuss other topics such as the time Vin Diesel filmed a movie in Pittsburgh, Gregg's defense of any and all generic Pop-Tarts, and the perfection that is the Hoss's salad bar. Stay tuned towards the end for quite possibly one of the best Brain Bucket segments ever where we answer your questions! Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! The patrons spoke and we delivered: May's bonus episde is a discussion of the big-screen premiere of Ernest P. Worrell with 1987's Ernest Goes To Camp! For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear us discuss more PG-rated films? Check out our previous episodes on Road Games (episode 72), Jaws 3-D (episode 78), Return Of The Killer Tomatoes (episode 158), Gremlins (episode 172), Swamp Thing (episode 227), Amityville 3-D (episode 275), Poltergeist (episode 277), and Invaders From Mars (episode 290).

We love living in the city, maniacs, because this week finds us smack dab in the middle of our Rock & Shock II theme for May and discussing the 1980 Umberto Lenzi wild ride Nightmare City! Joining us is Last Gasp vocalist and owner of Cleveland-based Black Cat Barber Shop, Ryan Hardwick. While we unpack the immense body count in the flick, we also chat about topics such as Ben's California run-in with a beloved actor, televisions exploding for apparently no reason, and we dissect the different versions of this film that we all accidentally watched. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! The patrons spoke and we delivered: May's bonus episde is a discussion of the big-screen premiere of Ernest P. Worrell with 1987's Ernest Goes To Camp! For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Wanna hear us discuss more Italian bullshit? Check out these episodes on The Church (episode 33), Stagefright (episode 36), Phenomena (episode 61), Demons (episode 135), Ghosthouse (episode 138), The Beyond (episode 168), City Of The Living Dead (episode 192), Tenebrae (episode 198), Inferno (episode 232), Suspiria (episode 267), Anthropophagus (episode 269), and The House By The Cemetery (episode 288).

Lock your doors, maniacs, as we take a look at the 1980 John Carpenter ghost story The Fog. For this episode we recorded live at the Riverside Drive-In during their April Ghouls Monster-Rama, and were joined by Zone Zero vocalist Jordan Sloan and filmmaker Zane Hershberger. We even get a few surprise drop-ins from friends of the show. While we take a trip to Antonio Bay we also discuss topics such as a mustache-less Tom Atkins, the film's similarities to Scooby Doo, and a Peepsi taste test. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! The patrons spoke and we delivered: May's bonus episde is a discussion of the big-screen premiere of Ernest P. Worrell with 1987's Ernest Goes To Camp! For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! If you want more Carpenter discussions, check out our previous episodes on Christine (episode 37), The Thing (episode 229), Prince Of Darkness (episode 261), Halloween (episode 268), and In The Mouth Of Madness (episode 285).

It's the end of the world as we know it, maniacs, because we're kicking off Rock & Shock II month with 1988's apocalyptic tale Miracle Mile from 1988. Joining us to dissect this one is documentarian Jon Nix, promoting his new Justin Pearson doc Don't Fall In Love With Yourself. While we soak in the endtimes in sunny Los Angeles, we also discuss topics such as Mare Winningham's hockey hair, a litany of big names in the cast, and an impressive LA landmark. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon! The patrons spoke and we delivered: May's bonus episde is a discussion of the big-screen premiere of Ernest P. Worrell with 1987's Ernest Goes To Camp! For as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more discussion on the end of the world? Check out our previous episodes on Halloween III: Season Of The Witch (episode 7), Terrorvision (episode 21), The Blob (episode 29), Return Of The Living Dead (episode 81), Day Of The Dead (episode 114), Dead End Drive-In (episode 136), The Beyond (episode 168), Night Of The Comet (episode 224), Prince Of Darkness (episdoe 261), and Dawn Of The Dead (episdoe 266).

We're having a bad "hare" day, maniacs, because this week we're talking the 1987 blockbuster thriller Fatal Attraction! Tune in as we discuss the flick and other topics such as the time Nickelodeon slime was too hot, the unlikely purgatory of The Drew Carey Show, and our absolute favorite Fatal Attraction character: Quincy the New York Dog. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our creative influences in podcasting, music, film and more. This was a patron suggestion (thanks Bobby!) and for as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more thriller talk from us? Check out our previous episodes on Eyes Of A Stranger (episode 24), The Killing Hour (episode 54), Stripped To Kill (episode 129), Lady In White (episode 162), and Tightrope (episode 212).

Get ready for Audra, maniacs, because this week we're discussing the 1983 Canuxploitation slasher Curtains! While we dissect the various production issues this movie faced, we also talk about topics such as wrong ways to eat pizza, what the film's mask reminds us of, and flushing etiquette. Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our creative influences in podcasting, music, film and more. This was a patron suggestion (thanks Bobby!) and for as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! If you want to hear more discussions on Canadian slasher movies, check out our previous episodes on My Bloody Valentine (episode 23), Prom Night (episode 38), Terror Train (episode 121), Ghostkeeper (episode 173), and Happy Birthday To Me (episode 279).

Don't forget to say Grace (Jones) this week, maniacs, because we're talking the wackadoo vampire comedy Vamp from 1986! Tune in as we discuss the flick and other topics such as Lance's love for Twizzlers Pull 'N' Peel, what the Brain Boys order at Taco Bell, and just how many people from Seinfeld are in this movie? Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our creative influences in podcasting, music, film and more. This was a patron suggestion (thanks Bobby!) and for as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want more discussions on vampire flicks? Check out our previous episodes on A Return To Salem's Lot (episode 101), Fright Night (episode 102), Near Dark (episode 103), Vampire's Kiss (episode 167), Fright Night Part II (episode 174), and The Lost Boys (episode 196).

We're twinning this week, maniacs, as we take a look at David Cronenberg's 1988 thriller Dead Ringers! While we try to tell the Mantle twins apart, we also discuss topics such as things we shouldn't Google, production assistants who look like Lou Albano, and the burning question: is Dead Ringers a dinosaur movie? Drop that Caramello and check out our Patreon, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our creative influences in podcasting, music, film and more. This was a patron suggestion (thanks Bobby!) and for as little as $2 a month you can get in on the action as well with bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! If you want to hear us talk more about the warped mind of David Cronenberg, check out our previous episodes on The Fly (episode 76), Videodrome (episode 142), and Scanners (episode 143).

M-A-R-S, maniacs. We're talking another Tobe Hooper joint this week in the Cannon Films remake Invaders From Mars from 1986! Joining us is someone who literally wrote the book on Tobe Hooper: Scout Tafoya! He's the author of Cinemaphagy: On the Psychedelic Classical Form of Tobe Hooper, as well as a filmmaker and critic for RogerEbert.com. While we learn a lot about the making of this film from Scout, we also discuss topics such as the short-lived Comedy Central sitcom That's My Bush, putting Certs in your coffee like normal humans do, and Mousehunt. Be sure to also check out our Patreon! We recently hosted our first Discord livestream exclusive for patrons, and March's bonus episode features us and guest Matt Schultz playing the Can't Hardly Wait Game. Drop that Caramello and sign up for additional bonus episodes, Discord privileges, exclusive merchandise and more! Want to hear more of our conversations about Tobe Hooper? Check out our previous episodes on Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (episode 99), Lifeforce (episode 228), The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (episode 265), and Poltergeist (episode 277).

Hold your applause, maniacs, because this week we're talking another Michael Caine "paycheck" movie with 1981's The Hand, directed by Oliver Stone. While we get into how ridiculous this thing is, we also discuss topics such as buying milk with a ring, our pajama histories, and a lot of Black Sheep references. If you haven't subscribed to our Patreon yet, drop that Caramello and sign up! Tonight we'll be hosting our very first Discord livestream exclusive to patrons at 8 PM EST. Which yinzer trash-terpiece will we watch together: The Majorettes or Flesh Eater? The choice is yours! If you want to hear more episodes featuring the cast of The Hand, you can hear about more Michael Caine with Jaws: The Revenge (episode 251), Viveca Lindfors in Creepshow (episode 104) and Silent Madness (episode 175), and Charles Fleischer in Bad Dreams (episode 35), A Nightmare On Elm Street (episode 74), and Deadly Friend (episode 255).

Break out the Fiddle Faddle, maniacs! This week we wrap up Lucio Fulci's Gates Of Hell trilogy with 1981's The House By The Cemetery. While we try to dissect this wacky flick, we also discuss other topics such as Dane Cook movies, America's favorite cartoon character Yogi The Monkey, and what we love to dip pretzels into. Don't forget to check out our Patreon! This month's bonus episode finds us playing the Can't Hardly Wait game. We're also one week away from our first Discord livestream, exclusive to patrons. Will we watch The Majorettes or Flesh Eater? The decision is yours if you drop the Caramello and sign up! Want to check out what we thought of the rest of Fulci's Gates Of Hell trilogy? Check out our previous episodes on The Beyond (episode 168) and City Of The Living Dead (episode 192).

Bust out those phone books, maniacs, because this week we're taking a look at the William Lustig slasher Relentless from 1989! While we unpack this stacked cast and drink our orange juice, we also discuss topics such as answering machine exposition, Robert Loggia at Taco Bell, and Bob Hoskins pajamas. Don't forget to check out our Patreon, as this month's bonus episode finds us playing the Can't Hardly Wait game! We'll also have our very first Discord livestream two weeks from now (March 22nd at 8 PM EST) and the only way to vote on which movie we'll do and watch it with us is to become a patron. Will we be watching The Majorettes or Flesh Eater? The choice is yours! Want more realistic slasher flick discussion? Check out our previous episodes on He Knows You're Alone (episode 6), Eyes Of A Stranger (episode 24), Final Exam (episode 39), and The Killing Hour (episode 54).

Hold onto your baguettes, maniacs! We're headed to Cannes for 1982's The Last Horror Film (aka Fanatic) starring everyone's favorite maniac, Joe Spinell. While we dissect this guerrilla-style film, we also discuss topics such as baked macaroni and cheese, the secret ingredient at Parkin's Pizzeria, and what happens when you stab someone in the back of their back. Check out our Patreon today, as we've posted a brand new bonus episode where we play the Can't Hardly Wait game. What is that, you ask? Sign up, tune in and find out! As a patron, you can also vote on our very first Discord livestream happening on Wednesday March 22nd at 8 PM EST. Will we watch The Majorettes or Flesh Eater? The choice is yours! Want more movies about movies? Check out our episodes on Death By Dialogue (episode 12), Demons (episode 135), Fade To Black (episode 201), Effects (episode 208), Scream (episode 242), Blood Theatre (episode 245), Popcorn (episode 283), and In The Mouth Of Madness (episode 285)

Do you read Sutter Cane, maniacs? We're wrapping up this installment of 90s Month with the final entry in John Carpenter's apocalypse trilogy: 1994's In The Mouth Of Madness! Joining us to chat about this one is Lance's film partner Matt Schultz from Locust Street Media. While we take a trip to Hobb's End, we also discuss topics such as what toppings we would get on our free Book It pizzas, Gregg's aversion to book destruction, and pulling pranks on your passengers. If you haven't subscribed to our Patreon yet, check it out! February's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 Wes Craven films! Can't get enough of the Brain Boys talking about John Carpenter? Check out our previous episodes on Christine (episode 37), The Thing (episode 229), Prince Of Darkness (episode 261) and Halloween (episode 268).

Time to report to the principal's office, maniacs! The penultimate episode of 90s Month finds us in 1998 with the Robert Rodriguez flick The Faculty. While we break down this all-star cast, we also discuss topics such as this movie's similarities to Can't Hardly Wait, an unfortunate haircut, and the burning question we all ask: is the singer of Eve 6 in this movie? If you haven't checked out our Patreon yet, this month's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 John Carpenter movies. Tune in! Need more Neon Brainiacs episodes about high school? Check out our previous entries on Prom Night (episode 38), The Majorettes (episode 55), Trick Or Treat (episode 59), Society (episode 77), The New Kids (episode 87), Cutting Class (episode 89), Better Off Dead (episode 100), The Wraith (episode 154), and Scream (episode 242).

Hit the snack bar before tuning in, maniacs, because week 2 of 90s Month finds us talking the cult classic Popcorn starring Jill Schoelen and Dee Wallace from 1991. While we dissect this oft-hidden gem, we also discuss topics such as Lance's previous work hosting marathons in an old theater, what might be the worst haircut in cinema history, and which prop from this movie Gregg so desperately needs. And tune in for the triumphant return of Maniac Feedback at the end of the episode! Be sure to join our Patreon as well, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our top 5 Wes Craven films! Want to hear us discuss more works from Jill Schoelen and Dee Wallace? Check out our episodes on The Stepfather (episode 27), Cujo (episode 80), Critters (episode 86), Cutting Class (episode 89), and The Howling (episode 166).

Time to bust out those flannel shirts again, maniacs, because 90s Month is back! We're kicking it off with the return of Freddy Krueger in Wes Craven's New Nightmare. We chat about the film that kicked off the meta horror craze and discuss other topics such as Ben's disdain for a certain child actor, our new sitcom catchphrase, and what piece of clothing Lance sheds during every episode. It might not be what you think. Be sure to join our Patreon as well, as this month's bonus episode finds us discussing our top 5 Wes Craven films! If you want to hear more discussion on our favorite Springwood slasher, check out our episodes on the original (episode 74), part 2 (episode 231), part 3 (episode 22), part 4 (episode 125), part 5 (episode 177), and our lockdown bonus episode of our top 5 Elm Street entries.

Arrrrrre you rrrrrready, outlanders!? This week we're finishing January with another trip to the King well with 1984's Children Of The Corn. While we try (and fail) to keep the Korn jokes to a minimum, we discuss topics such as collect-call numbers from the 90s, living off of free Sheetz coupons in college, and we tell the tale of meeting the film's director on a chance encounter at our old alma mater. If you haven't checked out our brand new Patreon yet, please do! January's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 films by the Master Of Horror, John Carpenter. It's been a bit since we've covered a Stephen King adaptation, but if you wanna hear more about the GOAT, check out our episodes on Creepshow 2 (episode 8), Silver Bullet (episode 32), Christine (episode 37), Maximum Overdrive (episode 73), Cujo (episode 80), Creepshow (episode 104), Cat's Eye (episode 226), The Running Man (episode 237), and Firestarter (episode 244).

We're talking about Harry Potter this week, maniacs, but it's probably not the one you're thinking. We're discussing Troll from 1986, featuring an all-star cast that includes everyone's favorite Neon Brainiacs regular, Michael Moriarty. Joining us to chat about the movie is the other half of Locust Street Entertainment, Matt Schultz! We also talk about other topics such as Sonny Bono's cool bachelor pad, why Torok likes Godzilla so much, and we also have a spirited discussion about Grape Nuts. Stick around for another round of Maniac Feedback too, where we discuss your least favorite creature effects! If you haven't checked out our brand new Patreon yet, please do! January's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 films by the Master Of Horror, John Carpenter. Wanna hear us discuss more of John Carl Buechler's special effects mastery? Check out our episodes on Cellar Dweller (episode 10), Terrorvision (episode 21), From Beyond (episode 75), Trancers (episode 88), Halloween 4: The Return Of Michael Myers (episode 112), A Nightmare On Elm Street Part 4: The Dream Master (episode 125), Dolls (episode 137), and Ghoulies (episode 243).

It's our party and we'll die if we want to, maniacs! This week's episode drops on the eve of Gregg's birthday, so what better movie to discuss than the J. Lee Thompson slasher Happy Birthday To Me. We also discuss topics such as the haziness of the age of the main characters in this movie and what their school is exactly, cheating in a dirt bike competition, and our new favorite learning institution: Buttworth University. If you haven't checked out our brand new Patreon yet, please do! January's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 films by the Master Of Horror, John Carpenter. Want to hear about more slashers from 1981? Check out our previous episodes on My Bloody Valentine (episode 23), Eyes Of A Stranger (episode 24), The Prowler (episode 96), Madman (episode 140), and Bloody Birthday (episode 151).

You're gonna need a bigger lawnmower this week, manias, because this week we're talking the 1989 Jaws parody Blades. Tune in as we discuss this goofy flick and other topics such as Ben's idea for a Doritos spokesperson, Lance's aversion to becoming a professional golfer, and a cast member who was also in "that sexy Amish movie". If you haven't checked out our brand new Patreon yet, please do! January's bonus episode finds us counting down our top 5 films by the Master Of Horror, John Carpenter. Wanna hear us talk about more silly 80s horror? Check out our episodes on Terrorvision (episode 21), Killer Klown From Outer Space (episode 26), The Video Dead (episode 69), Blood Diner (episode 128), Return Of The Killer Tomatoes (episode 158), Vampire's Kiss (episode 167), C.H.U.D. II (episode 187), and The Burbs (episode 200).

They're here, maniacs! We're closing out 2022 with a total banger: Tobe Hooper's 1982 haunted house classic Poltergeist. While we talk about a ton of lore around this movie and franchise, we also discuss topics such as differing opinions on Pizza Hut, similarities to Nightmare On Elm Street, and everyone's favorite sassy Pittsburgh aunt Zelda Rubinstein. If you want to grab one of our new shirts, the pre-order closes in just a few days! The design can bee seen on our social media, and you can DM us or email us for ordering instructions. $30 gets you a shirt and some extra gooides shipped in the US. Live outside of America? No worries, just contact us and we'll work it out! For more talk on the directorial works of Tobe Hooper, check out our episodes on The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (episode 99), Lifeforce (episode 228), and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (episode 265).

Don't touch that lamp, maniacs! This week we're wrapping up our analysis of the 80s Amityville sequels with Amityville: The Evil Escapes, and this time it's not the house that's haunted... it's the lamp! Join us as we discuss this goofy made-for-television movie and other topics such as Pizza Hut's Book-It program, houses that fart through electrical cords, and our new son Peanut Head. Also, Lance implores our listeners to come up with Neon Brainiacs bingo cards! Our new t-shirt is up for pre-order until January 1st! You can check out the design on our Instagram and send us a DM or email for ordering instructions. Want to hear us talk about some other bizarre sequels? Check out our episodes on Friday The 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan (episode 82), The Hills Have Eyes Part II (episode 83), Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (episode 99), Return Of The Living Dead Part II (episode 116), Silent Night Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out (episode 119), Psycho II (episode 149), Return Of The Killer Tomatoes (episode 158), Slumber Party Massacre II (episode 178), and Poltergeist II: The Other Side (episode 185).

We're flying in 3-D this week, maniacs, as we continue our exploration of the Amityville sequels with 1983's Amityville 3-D! Joining us to dissect this one are Sarah and Amanda from the Ghoul On Ghoul podcast. While we chat about this early vehicle for both Meg Ryan and Lori Loughlin, we also discuss topics such as the horror of botflies, people whose faces look like rats, and stealing boats. Our new t-shirt is up for pre-order until January 1st! You can check out the design on our Instagram and send us a DM or email for ordering instructions. Wanna hear more episodes featuring the Ghouls? Check out our episodes on The Company Of Wolves (episode 50), Friday The 13th Part VIII (episode 82), A Return To Salem's Lot (episode 101), Dial Code Santa Claus (episode 171), The Lair Of The White Worm (episode 199), Night Of The Comet (episode 224), and Invitation To Hell (episode 263).

We're headed to Ocean Avenue, maniacs! For the next three weeks we'll be digging into the first handful of sequels in the Amityville Horror franchise, starting with 1982's Amityville II: The Possession! While we talk about the varying degrees of upsetting elements of this movie, we also discuss topics such as spooky wind, showering at night versus showering in the morning, and the merits of mall pizza. Don't forget to get in touch with us to snag the new shirt we have for pre-order! You can check out the design/mockup on our social media profiles, and secure yours with a DM on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. You can also email us if that's more your speed. They're $30 shipped in the United States along with some extra goodies. Live outside of the US? No worries! Get in contact with us and we'll work it all out. Want to hear us discuss more work by the stars of Amityville II? Listen to us discuss Diane Franklin in TerrorVision (episode 21) and Better Off Dead (episode 100); Burt Young in Blood Beach (epsiode 91); and Jack Magner in Firestarter (episode 244).