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Grody to the Max: An '80s Horror Movie Podcast

Neal McLaughlin
Prom Night
80s Horror Movies
The Shining
1980s Horror Movies
Scanners
My Bloody Valentine
Friday the 13th
Final Exam
Slasher Films
Cannibal Holocaust
The Funhouse
The Howling
House By the Cemetery
Mother's Day
Stanley Kubrick
Motel Hell
Werewolf
New York City
Jack Nicholson
Shelley Duvall

Novelist/filmmaker Neal McLaughlin is undertaking a massive project: writing a series of wicked rad horror novels, each one taking place in a different year of the 80s. Totally gnarly! To mine for ideas he's re/watching, like, every single notable horror film of the decade, you know? And he's turning the experiment into a, like, so CHOICE podcast! Join him on this bodacious ride as he and a rotati... more

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Neal is joined by Ali Leporati to discuss the original "Friday the 13th." (CONTAINS SPOILERS)

Contact: grodytothemaxpodcast@gmail.com

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Neal is joined by Jeremy Catalino to discuss "Re-Animator." (CONTAINS SPOILERS)

Want to skip the banter and get right to it? Movie discussion begins around 7:00.

Contact: grodytothemaxpodcast@gmail.com

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Neal is joined by Kat Wells of the "Boys and Ghouls Podcast" to discuss "Day of the Dead." (CONTAINS SPOILERS)

Want to skip the banter and get right to it? Movie discussion begins around 12:20.

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Neal is joined by Ali Leporati to discuss Friday the 13th part V: A New Beginning. (Contains SPOILERS)

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Hosts

Neal McLaughlin
Co-host and filmmaker, involved in creative storytelling and film analysis.
Christian Drerup
Co-host with a background in psychological analysis and commentary on horror films.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Grody

    Love this pod.

    Christian and Neal are awesome. Love 80’s horror, this is it ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laurina74
    Australia6 months ago
  • Entertaining to the Max!

    Grody to the Max is a fun, entertaining, and insightful commentary from two very talented individuals on 1980s horror movies. My OCD brain loves how they methodically take us in chronological order through all the movies. There are so many I have never heard of and of course the classics. Neal’s historical film insight coupled with Christian’s psychological background makes for a very engaging and intelligent banter of their thoughts, criticisms, and commentary. I would highly recommend for all ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LDStokes
    United Statesa year ago
  • Keep putting out content

    The hosts are naturals and have great chemistry. The best compliment I can give is I don’t really care about 1980 horror movies, but they converted me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JStokes
    United Statesa year ago
  • So fun!

    Very informative & fun! Makes me want to revisit old horror films. Love this duo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liza1606
    United Statesa year ago
  • These 2 are great!

    The hosts have a fun back and forth and unique takes on horror films. If you love scary movies from the 80s, you’ll dig this pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SeeyouwhentheSunsetseast
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the fun and entertaining discussions around 1980s horror films, often highlighting the engaging chemistry between the hosts.
Many reviews indicate that the witty banter and humorous critiques of films, even those lacking substance, make for a highly enjoyable listening experience.
The insight into nostalgia and thematic analysis resonates well, particularly with those who remember the era or enjoy retro culture.

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Dead and Buried (1981)
Q: What did you think about the kills?
Neal commented that he found the kills terrific, even mentioning that some non-fatal scenes were memorable and effective.
Dead and Buried (1981)
Q: Did you want to do a new segment where you follow up on things?
Christian express disinterest in doing the follow-up segment in that moment, which leads to more conversation about their previous disagreements.
1982 - The House on Sorority Row
Q: What do you think is our most listened to episode?
The episode titled "Hell Night" seems to be the most listened to, which surprised the hosts.

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This exploration focuses on the horror film genre of the 1980s, with the hosts analyzing various films from that decade, each episode typically centering around a specific movie. Common themes include reflections on nostalgia, character dynamics, and the iconic tropes of 80s horror. Listeners can expect entertaining debates over the merits of different films, humorous commentary, and a combination of insights into the filmmaking process along with personal anecdotes. The unique approach of journeying through the decade chronologically allows for rich discussions about the evolution of the genre, making it appealing for horror enthusiasts and fans of film history alike.

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