Best Japon Podcasts (2025)

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Night of the Iguana - Episode 48 - 1964 1:31:25

12h ago1:31:25

1:31:25

Just J-Diesel and Spencer this time, we're talking about John Huston's adaptation of a Tennessee Williams play...NIGHT OF THE IGUANA! It's sweaty, lurid, and sad! Watch It! Trans Lifeline - https://translifeline.org/ Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund - https://transequality.org/ The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Spen…

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No Breaking Off Review - Call of Cthulhu (Cthulhu 2020) 11:44

3d ago11:44

11:44

Review of the Japanese Call of Cthulhu scenario No Breaking Off (私には止められない), written by Uchiyama Yasujirou, from the modern-day sourcebook and scenario collection Cthulhu 2020 (クトゥルフ2020). You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/no-breaking-off-review-call-of-cthulhu-cthulhu-2020/ You can get Cthulhu 2020 on Am…

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She Is Conann - Episode 47 - 2023 1:36:23

10d ago1:36:23

1:36:23

We talkin' Conann the Barbarian...the French Art film way. Bertrand Mandico's newest feature is a messy but magnetic movie about the cycles of life, death, and everything else in between. John Arminio (quasarsniffer on socials) and Amanda (Wmassliberty on socials). Trans Lifeline - https://translifeline.org/ Transgender Legal Defense and Education …

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Winchester 73 - Episode 46 - 1950 1:43:07

23d ago1:43:07

1:43:07

J Diesel and Spencer are joined by Jake Lenburg and Justin Harrison to discuss the classic Anthony Mann western, WINCHESTER 73! Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund - https://www.nsvrc.org/organizations/transgender-legal-defense-education-fund-tldef The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Trans Lifeline - https://translifelin…

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Teknolust - Episode 45 - 2002 1:30:54

1M ago1:30:54

1:30:54

Let's E-Dream together with Martin Kessler (https://bsky.app/profile/moviekessler.bsky.social)! We talk about the unique lo-fi cyber-rom-com, Teknolust, directed by the visual artist Lynn Hershman Leeson. https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ https://translifeline.org/ https://www.nsvrc.org/organizations/transgender-legal-defense-education-fund-tldef S…

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The Flower of My Secret - Episode 44 - 1995 1:34:41

1M ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Manish (https://bsky.app/profile/vertigay314.bsky.social) makes his debut on the show with the underloved and underseen should-be classic, The Flower of My Secret! This is one of the forgotten Almodovar films from the 90s era. Plus, Chus Lampreave is in this movie! The Trevor Project - https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ Transgender Legal Defense & E…

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Beau Travail - Episode 43 - 1999 1:33:27

2M ago1:33:27

1:33:27

J Diesel and Spencer are joined by Marcus Pinn (http://www.pinnlandempire.com/) and Zack (@goodweather_art on IG) for Claire Denis' 1999 masterpiece, Beau Travail. Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund - https://www.nsvrc.org/organizations/transgender-le…

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Raw Deal - Episode 42 - 1948 1:16:44

2M ago1:16:44

1:16:44

Arminio (https://bsky.app/profile/quasarsniffer.bsky.social) and Patrick (https://bsky.app/profile/uptownsongclub.bsky.social) join Spencer for a chat about Raymond Burr, Revisionist Westerns, and Spike Lee! Theme - James Fell Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco…

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Hitchcock Episode, Part 2 1:17:10

2M ago1:17:10

1:17:10

Jessica (@BadPostsLLC) and Mike White (https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/) return to chat about more Hitchcock films! Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme Music - James Fell Jessica is on the recent Dressed To Kill 4K - Click HereBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Japon - 2002 - Episode 41 1:45:12

3M ago1:45:12

1:45:12

Bandamlak Returns (https://bsky.app/profile/bandamlakyimenu.bsky.social). He joins Spencer and J Diesel to discuss the Mexican Tarkovsky, Carlos Reygadas and his first feature, Japon! CW: There is on-screen animal death in Japon. Bandamlak - https://bandamlak.substack.com/ Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr…

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Flash Cthulhu Season 3 - Call of Cthulhu 12:41

3M ago12:41

12:41

Overview of the final four scenarios in my series of tiny, one-hour Call of Cthulhu series, Flash Cthulhu. You can read the text version of this overivew on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/flash-cthulhu-season-3-overview-4-final-one-hour-call-of-cthulhu-scenarios/ You can find the Flash Cthulhu Season 3, or the full Year 1 bundle, on DriveThruRPG: ht…

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7 Chances - 1925 - Episode 40 1:11:48

3M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Patrick Ripoll (from 96 Greers https://ninetysixgreers.podbean.com/) is here to discuss and tell us why Buster Keaton is amazing. No J Diesel, he's on assignment. Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Music - James FellBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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9 to 5 (1980) and Foul Play (1978) 1:55:22

3M ago1:55:22

1:55:22

Elbee from Grumpire joins the boyz for a chat about the first 2 directed Colin Higgins movies. 9 to 5 is a classic and iconic for a reason and Foul Play has a few good moments. Go Watch Colin Higgins films! Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Grumpire - https://www.grumpire.com/ Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Joel T - https://…

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Alice - 1988 - Episode 39 1:49:13

4M ago1:49:13

1:49:13

It's time for a children's film. Martin Kessler (click here), J Diesel, and Spencer talk about the Jan Svankmeyer classic - ALICE! Everyone loves Alice in Wonderland and this version is delightful and for everyone. Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme Music - James Fell Joel - https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Spencer - https:/…

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Volver - 2006 - Episode 38 1:45:08

4M ago1:45:08

1:45:08

Just like Carmen Maura in Volver, Conrado returns! He joins J Diesel and Spencer to discuss the iconic Almodovar film, Volver. It stars Penelope Cruz, Blanca Portillo, Lola Duenas, Yohana Cobo, and most importantly...Chus Lampreave. Conrado Falco III - https://x.com/CocoHitsNY Listen to the Criterion Project podcast Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https:/…

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The Michelle Yeoh Episode 2:05:07

5M ago2:05:07

2:05:07

Justin Harrison and John Arminio return! The boyz discuss the iconic MICHELLE YEOH in 2 of her early action roles, pre-Hollywood. We focused on Yes Madam and The Heoric Trio. They are both easily available and rad as fuck. Justin - https://justinsharrison.journoportfolio.com/ John - https://x.com/QuasarSniffer Joel - https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovie…

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Rec 1 and 2 - Halloween Episode 1:54:32

5M ago1:54:32

1:54:32

Happy Halloween (and DOOMsDay)! We're talking about the breakout Spanish horror series REC! Specifically, just Rec 1 and 2, but we also talk about the other 2 in the series. Mark O Estes returns to join J-Diesel and Spencer on this celebration of REC 1 and 2 and other stuff too! Mark O Estes - https://x.com/theanticritic Spencer - https://linktr.ee…

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Flash Cthulhu Season 2 - Call of Cthulhu 10:20

5M ago10:20

10:20

Overview of the second four scenarios in my series of tiny, one-hour Call of Cthulhu series, Flash Cthulhu. You can read the text version of this overivew on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/flash-cthulhu-season-2-overview-4-more-one-hour-call-of-cthulhu-scenarios/ You can find the Flash Cthulhu Season 1 on DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/e…

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Revenge: Revenge (2017) and Irezumi (1966) 2:24:51

6M ago2:24:51

2:24:51

We tackle the rape revenge subgenre this episode with 2 films that handle it in very different ways - Revenge by Coralie Fargeat and Irezumi by Yasuzo Masumura. Amanda (Wmassliberty on socials https://x.com/WMassLiberty) joined Joel and Spencer for this one. Spencer's review of Irezumi - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/2019/01/the-spider-on-my-ba…

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All About My Mother - 1999 - Episode 37 1:27:10

6M ago1:27:10

1:27:10

It was time to finally cover the classic breakthrough for Pedro Almodovar, ALL ABOUT MY MOTHER aka TODO SOBRE MI MADRE. The boyz are joined by Alexandria and Beau North to discuss this film about motherhood, relationships, and where life takes us. Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Alexandria - …

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Unfaithful, A Special Episode 1:45:02

6M ago1:45:02

1:45:02

The Sunday Funday crew is back and Gere'd up to talk about 2002's...Richard Gere erotic thriller, UNFAITHFUL! We barely talk about the movie itself and get into other stuff like Lifetime original movies. Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Joel - Jdtmovies on letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jdt…

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The Milky Way - 1969 - Episode 36 1:39:53

7M ago1:39:53

1:39:53

It took awhile but we're finally back to some Bunuel. Arminio and Amanda are here to discuss this esoteric and very Bunuel Bunuel film. The Milky Way is deep Catholic lore and presented in a way that never bothers to explain itself and that's part of what makes it so special. Amanda - Wmassliberty on socials Arminio - QuasarSniffer on socials Joel …

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Japonism 2024 Interview - Call of Cthulhu 11:10

7M ago11:10

11:10

Interview with Victims of Intelligence – Aka and Lom, featuring Byoushin – authors of the recently translated ‘Japonism 2024 – 3 Modern Day Japan Call of Cthulhu Scenarios.‘ Text version here: https://mjrrpg.com/japonism-2024-authors-interview-call-of-cthulhu/ Buy on DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/491410/japonism-2024-3-moder…

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All Screwed Up - 1974 - Episode 35 1:26:39

7M ago1:26:39

1:26:39

Bandamlak joins Joel and Spencer to talk about the overlooked Lina Wertmuller film, ALL SCREWED UP! Bandamlak https://x.com/BandamlakYimenu Spencer https://linktr.ee/vadahuff James Fell - Theme Music Joel Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco…

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Cemetery of Splendor - 2015 - Episode 34 1:29:43

8M ago1:29:43

1:29:43

Kessler returns for Apichatpong Weerasethakul's Cemetery of Splendour! We talk about slow cinema, love, war, ghosts, and more! Kessler - https://x.com/MovieKessler Spencer's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Joel's Letterboxd - https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Music - James Fell…

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The Great Silence - 1968 - Episode 33 1:39:23

8M ago1:39:23

1:39:23

Heather Drain and Jessica are back with the boyz as they discuss the classic depressing spaghetti western, THE GREAT SILENCE! Heather Drain - https://linktr.ee/mondoheather Spencer - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme Music - James Fell Joel's Letterboxd - JDTmovies…

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Arrebato - 1979 - Episode 32 1:19:33

8M ago1:19:33

1:19:33

Cribbs from the Pink Smoke (https://x.com/TheLastMachine) is back. We're talking about the 1979 dreamy nightmare, ARREBATO (or RAPTURE in English). This movie is much easier than see now than ever before so go seek it out. Joel - JDTmovies on Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/jdtmovies/ Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme - Ja…

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Precode Special - Babyface (1933) and Red-Headed Woman (1932) 2:01:33

9M ago2:01:33

2:01:33

We're back with more Precode Madness, we discuss some determined dames, Barbara Stanwyck and Jean Harlow! Red-Headed Woman and Babyface are essentially the same story and both are pretty darn entertaining. Joel's Letterbox - JDTmovies Spencer's Links - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme music - Jame…

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Bouts of Madness Deck Review - Call of Cthulhu 9:02

9M ago9:02

9:02

Review of the Call of Cthulhu supplemental Bouts of Madness Deck by Aaron Sinner and Todd Walden of Ruined Relic Games. Text version here: https://mjrrpg.com/bouts-of-madness-deck-review-call-of-cthulhu/ Buy on DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/419860?affiliate_id=3534349 And credit to CryoChamber for use of their album 'Cthulhu…

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Desperate Living - 1977 - Episode 31 2:14:13

9M ago2:14:13

2:14:13

It took awhile but we're here. Finally, we tackle some John Waters Cinema. This time it is Desperate Living! Heather Drain (@mondoheather on socials) and Brad (from the Movies From Hell podcast https://x.com/26mfhpod) joined Spencer on this wonderful endeavor. Heather Drain - https://linktr.ee/mondoheather Spencer's Linktree - https://linktr.ee/vad…

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Polite Society - 2023 - Episode 30 2:16:07

10M ago2:16:07

2:16:07

The Grumpire Crew (https://twitter.com/grumpireonline) is back to discuss Nida Manzoor's debut feature, Polite Society! https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Elbee - https://twitter.com/_smellbee Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Opening theme - James FellBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Servants of the Lake Review - Call of Cthulhu (Doors to Darkness) 8:37

10M ago8:37

8:37

Review of the Call of Cthulhu scenario Servants of the Lake, written by Glynn Owen Barrass, from Chaoisum’s scenario anthology, Doors to Darkness. You can find the written review here: https://mjrrpg.com/servants-of-the-lake-review-call-of-cthulhu-doors-to-darkness/ Servants of the Lake can be found in Doors to Darkness, available at: Chaosium Stor…

1
Pepi, Luci, Bom - 1980 - Episode 29 2:37:09

10M ago2:37:09

2:37:09

Brad (https://twitter.com/MFHPOD) is back and we are talking about the first, sorta, Almodovar film - PEPI, LUCI, BOM, AND OTHER GIRLS LIKE MOM! Spencer's writings and podcast - https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzcoBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Cartoon Reanimation Review - Call of Cthulhu (Bibliothek 13) 12:25

10M ago12:25

12:25

This is a review of the Japanese Call of Cthulhu scenario Cartoon Reanimation, written by Nanamine Kizashi, from the scenario anthology Bibliothek 13. You can find the written review here: https://mjrrpg.com/cartoon-reanimation-review-call-of-cthulhu-bibliothek-13/ You can purchase the book from Amazon Japan or the stores listed on the KADOKAWA sit…

1
Stray Cat Rock, Double Feature 1:36:57

10M ago1:36:57

1:36:57

Justin Harrison (https://authory.com/JustinHarrison)and John Arminio (https://twitter.com/QuasarSniffer) return to the show for a Stray Cat Rock/Meiko Kaji double feature. Spencer's blogs and stuff -https://linktr.ee/vadahuff Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Music - James FellBy DarkHabitsAlmodovarPod

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Flash Cthulhu Season 1 - Call of Cthulhu 11:16

10M ago11:16

11:16

Overview of the first four scenarios in my series of tiny, one-hour Call of Cthulhu series, Flash Cthulhu. You can read the text version of this overivew on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/flash-cthulhu-season-1-overview-call-of-cthulhu/ You can find the Flash Cthulhu Season 1 on DriveThruRPG: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/482946/flash-cthu…

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The Phthonus Cabinet Review - Call of Cthulhu 9:46

11M ago9:46

9:46

Review of the Call of Cthulhu Gaslight scenario The Phthonus Cabinet, written by John Crowdis. You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/the-phthonus-cabinet-review-call-of-cthulhu/ You can get The Phthonus Cabinet on DriveThruRPG. Pdf: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/452381/the-phthonus-cabinet-a-gasligh…

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To Wong Foo - 1995 - Episode 28 1:40:05

11M ago1:40:05

1:40:05

It was inevitable, it was destiny. We're finally covering the 1995 classic, To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar. Erin Gambril (egambril on IG and @ladieswho on Twitter) and Mark O. Estes (@theanticritic on Twitter and markoestes on IG). Joel is here too. Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Blac…

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Black Eyeball Review - Call of Cthulhu (Cthulhu 2020) 8:36

11M ago8:36

8:36

Review of the Japanese Call of Cthulhu scenario Black Eyeball (黒い目玉), written by Uchiyama Yasujirou, from the modern-day sourcebook and scenario collection Cthulhu 2020 (クトゥルフ2020). You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/black-eyeball-review-call-of-cthulhu-cthulhu-2020/ You can get Cthulhu 2020 on Amazon Japa…

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How To Marry A Millionaire - 1953 - Episode 27 1:25:36

11M ago1:25:36

1:25:36

The Marilyn crew is back - Beau North (beaunorthwrites on Instagram) and Alexandria Daniels (filmnvinyls ons socials)! Joel is here too. We talk about the lesser but still good Marilyn Monroe 1953 film, HOW TO MARRY A MILLIOAIRE! Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme - James Fell Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailh…

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The Hoodlums Review - Call of Cthulhu (Grindhouse) 8:11

11M ago8:11

8:11

Review of the Call of Cthulhu scenario The Hoodlums, written by Alex Guillotte and Ian Christiansen, the seventh and final entry in the Grindhouse Ultimate Collection. You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/the-hoodlums-review-call-of-cthulhu-grindhouse/ You can get the Grindhouse Ultimate Collection on DriveT…

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Chaosium Con 2024 Recap 13:31

12M ago13:31

13:31

Recap of what I ran, what I played, and what events I snuck into, as well as some general thoughts and lamentations about Chaosium Con 2024. Text version here: https://mjrrpg.com/chaosium-con-2024/ Bouts of Madness Deck mentioned: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/419860/Bouts-of-Madness-Deck?affiliate_id=3534349 Thank you to Cryochamber for use…

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The Last Circus (Balada Triste de Trompeta) - 2010 - Episode 26 1:40:15

12M ago1:40:15

1:40:15

Martin Kessler (Twitter or X) returns for another Alex de la Iglesia film, BALADA TRISTE DE TROMPETA aka THE LAST CIRCUS! Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme music - James Fell Featured Music - Ultra Instinct theme by Tsuko G Balada Triste de Trompeta - Raphael Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspo…

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Law of Desire - 1987 - Episode 25 1:36:23

1y ago1:36:23

1:36:23

Conrado Falco stops by again, this time for the Banderas, Poncela, and Maura joint...LAW OF DESIRE! Spencer's Blogs - https://rbgafricanhistory.blogspot.com/ https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Andrew Bargeron - Logo - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Grumpire - https://www.grumpire.com/ Theme Music - James Fell…

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Orpheus Station Review - Dark Space 6:35

1y ago6:35

6:35

Review of Orpheus Station, the first scenario in Dark Space, a system-neutral collection of Lovecraftian SF horror published by Kabuki Kaiser. You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/orpheus-station-review-dark-space/ Dark Space is available digitally and through print-on-demand on DriveThruRPG. https://www.dri…

1
Opening Night - 1977 - Episode 24 1:32:56

1y ago1:32:56

1:32:56

It's Time! It's Gena Rowlands Time! Lexi (https://twitter.com/stunninggun) and Mike White (https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/). The song Joel referenced was a Le Tigre song. Theme Music - James Fell Logo - Andrew Bargeron - https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Black, and Green…

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Hitchcock Special 1 1:54:56

1y ago1:54:56

1:54:56

Jessica (@BadPostsLLC on X) joins the boyz for a Hitchcock double - The Trouble with Harry and The Lady Vanishes! Lifelines Numbers International List - https://blog.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines/ Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Theme music - James Fell Red, Black, and Green: A Celebration of African History - https://rbgafr…

1
Lon Chaney, Double Feature 1:47:29

1y ago1:47:29

1:47:29

Jake (X or whatever)returns to discuss some classic silent films and the truly iconic Lon Chaney! We discuss He Who Gets Slapped and The Unknown. Theme Music - James Fell Logo - Andrew Bargeron https://linktr.ee/gimetzco Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Black, and Green: A Celebration of African History - …

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The Wild Boys - 2017 - Episode 23 1:56:38

1y ago1:56:38

1:56:38

We get artsy and esoteric with Bertrand Mandico's The Wild Boys (2017). J-Diesel and Spencer are joined by the Amanda (https://twitter.com/WMassLiberty) and Patrick (https://twitter.com/uptownsongclub). Watch The Wild Boys on Shudder and other places. Jailhouse 701: Japanese Cult Cinema - https://jailhouse701.blogspot.com/ Red, Black, and Green: A …

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Flash Cthulhu: Café au Morte Overview (Call of Cthulhu) 5:00

1y ago5:00

5:00

Review of my Call of Cthulhu scenario Café au Morte., the first in my planned Flash Cthulhu series of ultra-short, easy to run scenarios. You can read the text version of this review on mjrrpg.com https://mjrrpg.com/flash-cthulhu-cafe-au-morte-overview-call-of-cthulhu/ You can get it on DriveThruRPG with a discount here: https://www.drivethrurpg.co…

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