Fan2Fan Podcast

We're exploring the dark world of video nasties on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete dig into the controversial era of banned and censored horror films that shocked audiences and outraged politicians in the UK during the 1980s. They review the 2010 documentary Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape that chronicles how films like Cannibal Holocaust, The Evil Dead, and Driller Killer sparked a cultural firestorm. From censorship battles and sensational media coverage to the lasting legacy of these infamous movies, we break down why the video nasty phenomenon still fascinates horror fans today. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're diving deep into sharksploitation on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete discuss the fascinating world of killer shark movies and the lasting impact of Steven Spielberg's Jaws (1975). They review the 2023 documentary Sharksploitation that traces how Jaws sparked a tidal wave of aquatic terror on big and small screens. From classics like Piranha and Orca to wild rip-offs like Cruel Jawsm and countless SYFY channel originals, we review how these films blend thrills, gore, and camp to cash in on the shark craze. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking Champagne and Bullets in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by #StrangerFriends Allen and Jon to discuss the 1993 action cult classic also known as Road to Revenge and GetEven. They cover this unforgettable slice of B-movie madness from director John De Hart, the cast, music, and everything inbetween! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking more Tremors and creature features in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Levi Dylan Burzlaff-Luett, host of the Tremors Saga Podcast and one of the creators of Tremors Fest. We discuss Levi's love for the Tremors movies, his fan films, running a convention, and more. Levi also shares some of his favorite creature features including Splinter, Deep Rising, Feast, and Underwater! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking Tremors in this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Joshua Pruett and Scott Peterson to discuss this 1990 horror comedy monster movie. They go over the film's casting, special effects, Graboid monsters, themes, sequels, and more. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're continue talking slasher horror movies on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their conversation with Daniel Richardson of CreatorVC to discuss Slasher Trash, an upcoming documentary that dives into the wild world of obscure, weird, and wonderful slasher films. From blood-soaked campgrounds to forgotten video store gems, they cover some early slashers and what makes the genre so enduring. Daniel shares behind-the-scenes insight into the making of the film, the incredible fan community backing the project, and what horror fans can expect when the documentary drops. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking slasher horror movies on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete are joined by Daniel Richardson of CreatorVC to discuss Slasher Trash, an upcoming documentary that dives into the wild world of obscure, weird, and wonderful slasher films. From blood-soaked campgrounds to forgotten video store gems, they explore what makes the slasher genre so enduring. Daniel shares behind-the-scenes insight into the making of the film, the incredible fan community backing the project, and what horror fans can expect when the documentary drops. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're still talking movie locations on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their cinematic road trip through some iconic filming locations in movie history. From the lighthouse in John Carpenter’s The Fog to the eerie Amityville house, they share the places they’d love to check out...or have already visited! They dive into hotspots like the Dawn of the Dead mall and the Exorcist steps, the X-Men mansion, Lord of the Rings’ New Zealand landscapes, and even Platform 9¾ from Harry Potter. These are real-world spots where movie magic lives on! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking movie locations on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete take a cinematic road trip through some iconic filming locations in movie history. From the lighthouse in John Carpenter’s The Fog to the eerie Amityville house, they share the places they’d love to check out...or have already visited! They dive into hotspots like the Dawn of the Dead mall and the Exorcist steps, the X-Men mansion, Lord of the Rings’ New Zealand landscapes, and even Platform 9¾ from Harry Potter. These are real-world spots where movie magic lives on! For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're still talking about American Scary and horror hosts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie, Pete, and Jon continue discussing the 2006 documentary American Scary that celebrates the rich legacy of television horror hosts. From the wit of Elvira to the pun-filled antics of Svengoolie, they explore how these late-night legends bring laughs, chills, and a love of classic horror to generations of fans. They also dig into how technology has impacted horror hosts and why these ghoulish guides remain pop culture icons. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking about American Scary and horror hosts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie, Pete, and Jon shine a spooky spotlight on the 2006 documentary American Scary that celebrates the rich legacy of television horror hosts. From the macabre wit of Elvira to the pun-filled antics of Svengoolie, they explore how these late-night legends bring laughs, chills, and a love of classic horror to generations of fans. They also dig into the cultural impact of horror hosts and why these ghoulish guides remain pop culture icons. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking mad science and 25 years (and counting) of horror hosting on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Bernie and Pete continue their conversation with Dr. Gangrene (Larry Underwood), celebrating over two decades of horror hosting in Nashville and beyond. We dive into the Physician of Fright's early career, his horror hosting evolution, his recent induction into the Rondo Award Hall of Fame, and more. From classic Universal monsters to indie horror gems, it’s part two of a creepy conversation that highlights Dr. Gangrene's legacy of horror hosting and the fans who keep the madness alive. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking mad science and 25 years (and counting) of horror hosting on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Dr. Gangrene (Larry Underwood) joins Bernie and Pete to celebrate over two decades of horror hosting in Nashville and beyond. The Physician of Fright has been thrilling horror and sci-fi fans with his ghoulish charm and love for all things creepy. We dive into Dr. Gangrene’s origins as a horror host and his influences including Gilligan's Island, Alice Cooper, and the Cryptkeeper. We also discuss the DIY spirit behind his long-running program. From classic Universal monsters to indie horror gems, it’s a fang-tastic conversation that celebrates the legacy of horror hosting and the fans who keep it alive. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, hosts Bernie and Pete talk to Emmy-winning TV writer and New York Times bestselling author Joshua Pruett, the writer of the 2024 fantasy horror film Witch Hunter, starring horror icon Doug Bradley (Hellraiser). Josh shares insights into his creative process, discusses the thrill and pressure of tight deadlines, and takes us behind the scenes of his on-set visit during Witchhunter’s production. Whether you're a horror fan, aspiring writer, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, this episode offers a fascinating look into the world of genre storytelling and creativity. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

Charles Pinion (American Mummy, Twisted Issues, We Await) joins Bernie and Pete to continue their conversation about filmmaking, 3D horror, and creativity! Charles is the director of 2014's American Mummy aka Aztec Blood about a group of university students in the New Mexico desert that unearth an ancient mummy, on which one of the students performs a secret, primeval blood ritual. We explore Charles' eclectic career, 80s horror movies, 3D filmmaking, and his passion for experimental storytelling. Charles reflects on the creative process, new projects, closure with old projects, and more. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

Charles Pinion (American Mummy, Twisted Issues, We Await) joins Bernie and Pete to talk all things filmmaking, 3D horror, and creativity! Charles is the director of 2014's American Mummy aka Aztec Blood about a group of university students in the New Mexico desert that unearth an ancient mummy, on which one of the students performs a secret, primeval blood ritual. Charles shares behind-the-scenes stories from the set, the challenges and rewards of working in 3D, and working with "light fairies." We also explore Charles' eclectic career as a filmmaker, musician, and visual artist, touching on his punk roots, VHS underground legacy, and passion for experimental storytelling. Charles reflects on the creative process, balancing art with work, and what keeps him inspired to keep pushing boundaries in movies, music, and illustration. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

We're talking Gyro and the Argonauts on this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast! Joshua Pruett (Phineas and Ferb, MST3K, The Last Comics on Earth) joins Bernie and Pete to talk about his latest book! Josh is the writer of Gyro and the Argonauts - "the totally (mostly) true story of the first “Greek Geek,” a super fanboy vineyard grape-squisher named Gyro (like the sandwich), who learns there's so much more to the maligned monsters of mythology (such as the CYCLOPS, the MINOTAUR, and even MEDUSA herself), and so much less to his favorite heroes (including Perseus, Heracles, and Pegasus) than he ever dreamed." “With big laughs, big heart, and big monsters, Gyro and the Argonauts is timeless fun for everyone!” – Max Brallier, sandwich expert and author of the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Last Kids on Earth Josh shares the book's origin, his writing process, his journey as a creative and more. He also discusses how he was able to take his love of dad jokes, Ray Harryhausen, Douglas Adams and insert them into the book to tell a personal story that's fun for the fans of all ages. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu (2024). They dive into Robert Eggers’ new vision of the legendary vampire story, exploring the film’s modern horror elements and connections to the 1922 classic. Their conversation also highlights standout performances, the film’s gothic aesthetic, and its place within the evolving legacy of Nosferatu in cinema. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979). They explore Werner Herzog’s atmospheric and reimagining of the classic vampire tale and examine the film’s themes, haunting visuals, operatic score, and its tribute to F. W. Murnau’s 1922 original. Their conversation also reviews Klaus Kinski’s unique portrayal of Count Dracula and the film’s place in the legacy of gothic horror cinema. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com

Michele Brittany (HP Lovecast Podcast) joins Bernie and Pete to discuss Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. They explore F. W. Murnau’s 1922 classic and review its haunting themes, lasting legacy, legal battles, and more. Their conversation also highlights Max Schreck’s unforgettable portrayal of Count Orlok and the world of lost silent films. For more info about the Fan2Fan Podcast, visit https://fan2fan.libsyn.com