Brain Rot - An 80s Horror Podcast
Welcome to Brain Rot
The podcast that takes a deep dive into the BEST WORST HORROR movies of the 80s & 90s. Those films that are 'so bad, they're good'.
Each episode, Stevie (your VHS Veteran) welcomes a new guest into the trash heap. With guests ranging from horror know-it-alls to horror not-at-alls, these B-Movie bangers get dissected and immortalised in all their gory glory.
So open THE GATE, grab some POPCORN, hold on to your GHOULIES and TROLL these films with us.
See what I did there?
That's THE STUFF we like.
Toodles!
For bonus episodes, head to www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot
Episodes
Hell High (1989) with Zoran Gvojic
What's up, Rotters! This week, Zoran Gvojic (Dead Meat) returns to the Rot to discuss Hell High aka Raging Fury from 1989. A mix of revenge slasher and prank gone wrong chiller, Hell High plays with the tropes whilst managing to keep you guessing. Well...it kept ME guessing... Zoran saw it all coming. Obvs. Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
03/11/24•1h 17m
Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) with Joshua Tonks
Happy Halloween, Rotters! For this year's Halloween special, I'm joined by my good friend and Brain Rot regular JOSHUA TONKS to discuss the almost infamous 'non-Myers' Halloween movie - Halloween III: Season of the Witch from 1982 We discuss the movie's production history, the franchise as a whole and even give our personal rankings for the entire movie series. Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
26/10/24•1h 8m
Class of Nuke 'Em High (1986) with Cody Jamison Strand
What's up, Rotters! This week, listener favourite Cody Jamison Strand returns to discuss the TROMA Trashterpiece Class of Nuke 'Em High from 1986 This movie is a firm favourite within B-Movie fandoms and Vicious Varsity would not be complete wihtout its inclusion. From toxic waste monsters to problematic makeup choices, it's time to enroll in the ultimate school of slime ☢️ Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
19/10/24•1h 7m
The Majorettes (1986) with BJ Colangelo
What's up, Rotters! This week, we're taking a look at the criminally obscure THE MAJORETTES from 1986 (or 1987 depending on where you look) To discuss this bonkers movie, I'm joined by the brilliant author, critic, screenwriter and podcaster BJ COLANGELO If you're not already following her podcast THIS ENDS AT PROM whcih she co-hosts with her wife Harmony... rectify that immediately Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
12/10/24•1h 13m
Sorority House Massacre (1986) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by my Mates of Hell buddies Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson to discuss the 1986 slasher SORORITY HOUSE MASSACRE. The three of us have covered so many Fulci movies over on Patreon that sometimes it's nice to let them out of their cages for a palete cleanser. Expect microphone-distorting laughter, close to the bone one-liners and extreme diversions. Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
05/10/24•1h 11m
Cutting Class (1989) with William Hanson
What's up, Rotters! For episode 3 of Vicious Varsity I'm joined by William Hanson - the UK's leading etiquette coach, best selling author and co-host of the enormously popular podcast "Help I Sexted My Boss" We discuss the 1989 Brad Pitt lead slasher - Cutting Class. With its clumsy exposition and noble attemps at satire, this late 80s Trashterpiece had Brain Rot written all over it. Toodles! ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
28/09/24•59m 45s
Killer Party (1986) with Mike Muncer & Becky Darke
What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of Vicious Varsity, I'm joined by Becky Darke and Mike Muncer aka the Dream Warriors to discuss the truly unhinged and joyous KILLER PARTY (1986) This Canadian sorority slasher has hidden low on the radar for decades but we decided it's time for it to show itself! With its indecipherable timeline and hilariously ambiguous killer identity, it deserves a place on the Brain Rot shelf. ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
21/09/24•1h 3m
Slaughter High (1986) with Michael Varrati
What's up, Rotters. We're back. And class is in session. For the first epsiode of Season 5 - Vicious Varsity, I'm joined once again by the incredible multi-hyphenate Michael Varrati In this lesson, we discuss the 1986 prank-gone-wrong slasher SLAUGHTER HIGH 🃏 Sharpen your pencil, tuck in your shirt and get ready to pledge! ______🧠______ www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon : www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Threads: @BrainRotPod YouTube: @SteviesBrainRot X: @SteviesBrainRot Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Merch Store Brain Rot Store
14/09/24•57m 1s
BONUS: Curtains (1983) with Dream Warriors / Season 5 Announcement
What's up, Rotters! Today we're dropping a bonus episode from the Patreon vault in which Dream Warriors (Becky Darke and Mike Muncer) discuss the 1982 Canadian slasher CURTAINS. Recorded December 2022. This episode is to also announce SEASON 5 of Brain Rot! Coming this summer, the new season will have a theme... For 12 episodes, the series will be entitled VICIOUS VARSITY and will be covering a slew of College/Sorority/High School slashers ranging from mainstream titles like Graduation Day to deep cuts like The Majorettes Pledge now and let the hazing commence www.SteviesBrainRot.com
05/06/24•45m 21s
The New York Ripper (1982) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! To commemorate Donald Trump's financial fraud case, I'm dropping a bonus Mates of Hell episode from the Patreon vault - The New York Ripper (1982) One ripped off New York, one rips through New York. Tenuous, but made it work. If you haven't seen the movie, trigger warnings for discussion of SA For all back-catalogue Mates of Hell episodes, just head to Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot
18/02/24•1h 11m
Jack Frost 2 (2000) with The Mates of Hell
Merry Christmas, Rotters! For the final episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' and FINAL episode of Season 4 of Brain Rot - The Mates of Hell reconvene to finish what we started. In our 4th and final (for now) YouTube episode, we let the Brain Rot patreon subscribers choose the movie.... and they did us dirty 😂 Today we discuss Jack Frost 2: Revenge of the Mutant Killer Snowman (2000) To watch us exhcnage gifts, throw our heads back laughing and roll our eyes, just head to www.YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot Thank you to all who have tuned in this year and for all the wonderful feedback. It would mean the WORLD if you would give us a rating/review on your chosen podcast platform. This helps to recruit more Rotters during our downtime and there are ALWAYS more Rotters to be exhumed. www.SteviesBrainRot.com Filmed and recorded at Outset Studios in London! If you like what you see and want to take the hassle out of podcasting, visit their website www.OutsetStudio.com where you can get a DISCOUNT on your booking using code OUTSETXSTEVIE Locations include London & Manchester Until next year, Rotters..... TOODLES 💋
25/12/23•47m 4s
Elves (1989) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! Our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' continues as me and the boys (Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson) sit down to chat about the awkwardly inbred-nazi themed ELVES (1989) To get the full visual experience (including my stunning elf costume), head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot For everything else : www.SteviesBrainRot.com Recorded and filmed at www.OutsetStudio.com
22/12/23•46m 31s
The Gingerdead Man (2005) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! For the second episode of our YouTube miniseries 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' we're tackling Charles Band's 2005 Trashterpiece - The Gingerdead Man. For extra viewing pleasure, head over to our Youtube channel to watch the epsidoe in all it's festive glory YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot SteviesBrainRot.com
14/12/23•48m 28s
Rats: Night of Terror (1984) with George Rainsford
What's up, RAtters! 🐀 This week, actor George Rainsford returns to discuss the Italian post-apocalyptic creature feature - RATS: NIGHT OF TERROR from Bruno Mattei 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas' continues next week as we discuss Charles Band's The Gingerdead Man (2005). The video episode will be dropping on YouTube on Monday and the audio version will be dropping here on Tuesday. Come and join in the visual festivities here: Youtube.com/@SteviesBrainRot Toodles! www.SteviesBrainRot.com
07/12/23•41m 15s
Jack Frost (1997) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! Welcome to the first episode of 'An Awfully Mates of Hell Christmas'. This episode is out first EVER YouTube ep. If you'd like to watch it (rather than just listen to it) just head to YouTube.com/@SteviesBrainRot and click subscribe. We have a very exciting line-up of video episodes, so don't miss out. In this first discussion, we tackle the 1997 Trashterpiece - JACK FROST ⛄️ Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
05/12/23•54m 23s
Lone Wolf (1988) with Chandra Ruegg
What's up, Rotters! This week, casting associate Chandra Ruegg returns to discuss the 1988 VHS rarity - LONE WOLF As most of you are aware, I'm NOT a fan of werewolf movies, but it would be unfair for me to not include ANY on the show. And so, I gave it a go 🐺 And it was..... it was.... well, press play and find out! www.SteviesBrainRot.com
02/12/23•1h 4m
Contamination (1980) with Rob Watts
What's up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by buddy and host of KVIKMYNDAPOD (linktree below) ROB WATTS. We discuss the Italian Alien rip-off CONTAMINATION (1980) Tuneful eggs, a south American caper and exploding torsos? Yes please. Check out Rob's Podcast here https://linktr.ee/kvikmyndapod For all Brain Rot links including Patreon and Merch Store: Steviesbrainrot.com
09/11/23•1h 12m
Rocktober Blood (1984) with Tori Allen-Martin
What's up, Rotters! Here's our slightly delayed HALLOWEEN episode in which Tori Allen-Martin returns to discuss the 1984 slasher ROCKTOBER BLOOD Next week, we will be moving our new episodes to Thursdays for the rest of the series before we kick off our 'A Mates Of Hell Xmas' season. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
03/11/23•55m 22s
Blades (1989) with Emily Head
What's up, Rotters! This week, Emily Head returns to discuss the 1989 TROMA movie about a killer lawnmower (yes, seriously) BLADES. Golf, Blood, Blades and Mud? Count me in. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
22/10/23•1h 2m
Cat's Eye (1985) with Michael Varrati
What's Up, Rotters! This week, the most excellent Michael Varrati returns to Brain Rot to discuss the 1985 Stephen King anthology movie - CAT'S EYE Which is your favourite out of Quitters Inc,The Ledge and General? Let us know by finding us on the socials here: www.SteviesBrainRot.com
15/10/23•58m 15s
Phantasm (1979) with Zoran Gvojic
What's up, Rotters! Our mid-season break is over and we're ready to kick off SPOOOOOKY SEASON 🎃 For starters, Zoran Gvojic returns to Brain Rot to begin our franschise retrospective of Don Coscarelli's PHANTASM series. Later this month, we will continue by discussing Phantasm II (1988) over on Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
08/10/23•1h 7m
🎃 Drive-In Matinee: Hack-O-Lantern (1988) with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
What's up, Rotters! Our mid-season break is coming to an end! To get you in the seasonal spirit before we continue next week with Phantasm, I'm inviting you to the drive-in to catch a matinee of last year's special Halloween episode HACK-O-LANTERN with Sophie Ellis-Bextor. This was such a fun and festive episode to record and so, here it is again. I also update you on what's coming up on both the main feed and Patreon. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
01/10/23•37m 53s
The Initiation (1984) with Joshua Tonks
What's Up, Rotters! This week, joshua Tonks joins me to discuss the 1984 slasher THE INITIATION I have to say, it's a bit of a banger. SteviesBrainRot.com
04/09/23•59m 56s
Demons (1985) with Epic Film Guys
What's up, Rotters! This week we're discussing one of my favourite 80s horror Trashterpieces of all time: DEMONI/DEMONS from Lamberto Bava. Produced by Dario Argento and with a soundtrack featuring some of the sickest rock songs, this practical, gooey, FIVE STAR movie has been on my list to cover for a long time. Joining me to discuss are the awesome dudes from Epic Film Guys (Justin, Jeremy and Brady) and it was such a pleasure to have them back on the show. Make sure you go subscribe to their podcast BRAIN STEW. Enjoy! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
27/08/23•1h 6m
Sweet Sixteen (1983) with Colin A. Borden
Whats up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by actor and director Colin A. Borden to discuss the very oddly toned SWEET SIXTEEN (1983). Directed by the controversial Jim Sotos, this movie does all the unraveling secretly and leaves the audience like SORRY, WHAT?! But that of course, makes it a perfect Brain Rot victim. www.SteviesBrainRot.com
21/08/23•53m 16s
Nightbeast (1982) with Harvey Mills
What's up, Rotters! It's time to activate BEAST MODE 💪 This week, I'm joined by singer/songwriter and Social Media heavyweight Harvey Mills. We discuss the 1982 TROMA Trashterpiece that is: NIGHTBEAST It's the classic story of an Alien in a silver Abba jumpsuit running around in the woods zapping people with his laser and ripping them up with his hands for no discernible reason. Timeless. Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
13/08/23•43m 23s
Monkey Shines (1988) with Matt Draper
What's up, Rotters? This week my partner-in-slime MATT DRAPER returns to discuss George A Romero's MONKEY SHINES (1988) Adapted from the 1983 novel of the same name, this was Romero's first studio movie. It was also the movie that sent him straight back to independant movie making. Let's find out why.... Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
06/08/23•1h 3m
Eaten Alive (1976) with Movie Dumpster
What's up, Rotters! This week, I'm joined by one half of the awesome MOVIE DUMPSTER podcast and YouTube channel - Sean! We discuss Tobe Hooper's 1976 killer croc hicksploitation movie EATEN ALIVE. Toodles!
31/07/23•49m 10s
Xtro 3: Watch the Skies (1995) with Mike Muncer & Becky Darke
What's up, Rotters! This week we have a DREAM WARRIORS episode for ya! Mike and Becky join me to discuss Harry Bromley Davenport's third entry in his Xtro trilogy- WATCH THE SKIES. Halloween store effects, two versions of Tom Hanks and some visual scaling problems makes this movie an endearing Trashterpice. Toodles! www. SteviesBrainRot.com
24/07/23•48m 43s
BONUS: Why Horror? (Part 1)
What's up, Rotters Our Dream Warrirors Xtro 3 episode will now drop next Monday. And so, as a little bonus episode, I'm dropping part 1 of my ongoing Patreon audio essay series 'WHY HORROR?', in which I document my personal journey with the genre from the very beginning. Hope you enjoy! Toodles!
16/07/23•19m 46s
Murder Rock (1984) with The Mates of Hell
What's up, Rotters! This week, The Mates of Hell (Alex Ayling & Brad Hanson) pop their heads out of our Patreon bubble and bring their delicate musings to the masses. We tackle our 6th Fulci movie together in the form of 80s Dance-Horror MURDER ROCK (1984). Strap on your leotards and secure your hat pins, it's a wild ride (obvs) To catch up on all of The Mates of Hell episodes, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com and hit the Patreon button. Toodles!
09/07/23•1h 3m
Parasite 3D (1982) with Cody Jamison Strand
What's up, Rotters! For our first full movie epsidoe of Season 4, Cody Jamison Strand swings by (with screams and chortles) to discuss Charles Band's 1982 3D creature feature - PARASITE For our social links, Patreon and merch store just head to SteviesBrainRot.com
02/07/23•54m 18s
A Conversation with Robert Englund
Welcome back, Rotters! We're kicking off season 4 with a BANG. Or should that be a SLASH? I had the privilege to sit down with my childhood hero and horror icon - ROBERT ENGLUND. In this intro episode, we discuss his wildly extensive career including working with Roger Corman on Galaxy of Terror, his directorial debut 976-EVIL and of course, the Freddy Kruger effect. It was such an honour and a lifelong dream come true. I even asked him for his Elm Street rankings 🤔 Feels good to be back, don't it? www.SteviesBrainRot.com 🧠 Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
26/06/23•38m 46s
Scared Stiff (1987) with Ella Vaday
What's up, Rotters! We've reached the end of the season, *Alexa, play Goodbye by Spice Girls* but what a season it has been. To see us out, I'm joined by RuPaul's Drage Race UK finalist - Ella Vaday - to discuss an odd little entry into our favourite decade, SACRED STIFF (1987). We try to make sense of several moments in the movie; the lamp of appropriation, the lack of communication and the good old 80s patriarchy. If you're not ready to say goodbye, come and join us over on Patreon where we'll be continuing our journey through the best/worst horror movie of the 80s & 90s. All links can be found here: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Toodles!
06/02/23•44m 14s
Alone in the Dark (1982) with Hack the Movies
What's up, Rotters! For the penultimate episode of Season 3 of Brain Rot, I'm joined by the awesome Toni Piluso of Hack the Movies! We sit down to chat about the criminally underrated 1982 home invasion slasher - ALONE IN THE DARK. With huge performances from Jack Palance, Martin Landau and Donald Pleasence, this pre-Freddy New Line shocker packs an impressive punch and includes one of the greatest twist endings in genre cinema. If you wanna keep the trash coming after Season 3 is over, just head to our Patreon page where we will be continuing our journey through 80s and 90s Trashterpieces. Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot For links to our merch store and social media handles, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com
23/01/23•56m 45s
Deep Rising (1998) with Zoran Gvojic
What's up, Rotters! This week we're going DEEP into the 90s to discuss the big budget monster B-Movie DEEP RISING (1998). Returning to join me on this oceanic adventure is one other than the incredible Zoran Gvojic (Dead Meat, Social Mediasochist). This underrated creature feature was a Treat to return to. I suggest you do the same! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot
16/01/23•1h 1m
Razorback (1984) with Anna Bogutskaya & Louise Blain
G'day Rotters! This week we're heading to the outback where a really big pig is really bloody angry. Anna Bogutskaya and Louise Blain join me to discuss the Aussie Trashterpiece RAZORBACK from 1985. www.SteviesBrainRot.com
09/01/23•45m 21s
Hobgoblins (1988) with Matt Draper
What's up, Rotters! This week we're joined by partner-in-slime Matt Draper to discuss Rick Sloane's 1988 trashterpiece, HOBGOBLINS Apologies for the delay with this episode - Stevie fell very ill over Christmas and all podcasting duties ground to a halt. With the help of Becky Darke and Mike Muncer (listen out for their cameos) we've managed to get this episode together and hope to be back up to speed and full health for next weeks banger. Enjoy! Toodles! SteviesBrainRot.com
02/01/23•58m 41s
The House by the Cemetery (1981) with Brad Hanson & Alex Ayling
What's up, Rotters! This week we're covering the heartwarming, festive classic The House By The Cemetery by Lucio Fulci. Joining me are Brad Hanson and Alex Ayling aka The Mates Of Hell. We talk Fulci's trademarks, capacious bats and ambiguous endings. The three of us will be reuniting twice more over on Patreon to complete the Gates of Hell trilogy and covering City of the Living Dead & The Beyond. Toodles! www.SteviesBrainRot.com
19/12/22•58m 42s
Don't Open Till Christmas (1983) with Cat Davies
Ho Ho Ho, Rotters! For this years festive Trashterpiece on Brain Rot, we're making a deep cut and covering British slasher Don't Open Till Christmas (1983). This enjoyable mess of a movie had a troubled production and gave us a movie to salivate over. Joining me is the incredible Filmmaker/Writer & Producer Cat Davies. You can follow Cat on Twitter here: www.twitter.com/KittyCointreau Or check out her website to watch some of her amazing work: www.CatDavies.com To follow Brain Rot on the socials, check out our Merch store or join our Patreon for bonus content, just head to www.SteviesBrainRot.com
12/12/22•1h 19m
Evilspeak (1981) with Jim'll Paint It
What's up Rotters! This week I'm joined by internet art sensation Jim of Jim'll Paint It! We're taking it back to 1981 to discuss the satanic tech Trashterpiece - Evil Speak. This video nasty wound up banned in the UK for quite some time and so it's only right to give it the Brain Rot treatment. Apologies for my audio quality during the interview, I recorded the wrong microphone input but it doesn't cause too much distraction. Toodles! Follow us on socials, join our Patreon and grab some merch at SteveisBrainRot.com
05/12/22•55m 27s
The House on Sorority Row (1982) with Joshua Tonks
What's up, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Joshua Tonks to discuss one of my favourite 80s slashers EVER - The House on Sorority Row (1982). This movie was a favourite of mine as a kid and (in my opinion) holds up incredibly well and stands out against the oversaturated backdrop of formulaic 80s horror of the time. What do you guys think? Hit us up! OUR NEW SEASON 3 T-Shirts are AVAILABLE IN OUR MERCH STORE. just head to SteveisBrainRot.com to nab one!
28/11/22•1h 11m
Brain Damage (1988) with Movie Dumpster
What's up, Rotters! This week, we're finally covering the much requested BRAIN DAMAGE from Frank Henenlotter. Joining me to discuss this Trashterpiece are the hosts of the awesome podcasts and Youtube channel MOVIE DUMPSTER, Sean and Joe. This was a pretty special episode and talking to such like-minded fans felt really galvanising. Hit play and join us.. www.SteviesBrainRot.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
21/11/22•1h 11m
Return to Horror High (1987) with Julie Atherton
What's up, Rotters This week, we're covering George Clooney's movie debut and quite easily the MOST confusing slasher movie I've ever seen - Return To Horror High (1987) A film within a film and people playing multiple parts? Nope. Not a CLUE what you're talking about. Hilariously baffling stuff. Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
14/11/22•39m 29s
BONUS - Children of the Corn: Revelation (2001) with Louise Blain & Mike Muncer
Howdy, Rotters! As a little treat while we're on hiatus, I'm dropping this little bonus episode where Louise Blain & Mike Muncer join me to discuss the tripe that is Children of the Corn: Revelation (2001). Over on Patreon, Louise and I covered ALL TEN Children of the Corn movies and had special guests join us to help us harvest. Mike covered three movies with us and I thought I'd give you a wee taste of that sweet sweet corn. If you want to hear the entire journey, just head to Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles!
07/11/22•23m 55s
Hack-O-Lantern (1988) with Sophie Ellis-Bextor
HAPPY HALLOWEEN, ROTTERS What a treat we have for you today. I'm joined by the sensational SOPHIE ELLIS-BEXTOR to chat horror, halloween and deep dive into the 1988 Trashterpiece Hack-O-Lantern. It's MENTAL. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
31/10/22•39m 12s
Without Warning (1980) with Dan Schreiber
What's up, Rotters! This week, Dan Schreiber (No Such Thing As A Fish) returns to help me probe the crazy cult classic WITHOUT WARNING (1980) from Greydon Clark. We discuss how to make a small role stand out on screen and scratch our heads contemplating how they convinced Jack Palance and Martin Landau to appear in this mental B-Movie. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
24/10/22•1h 13m
The Mutilator (1984) with Chandra Ruegg
Greetings, Rotters, This week I'm joined by casting director Chandra Ruegg who has worked on incredible genre offerings such as Prano Bailey-Bond's CENSOR and the upcoming Tim Burton Netflix series WEDNESDAY. She also happens to be my bestie. We tackle the trashy and sometimes brutal slasher - THE MUTILATOR (1984) Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
17/10/22•52m 9s
The Funhouse (1981) with Mike Muncer and Becky Darke
Step right up, step right up! Welcome to THE FUNHOUSE, Rotters. This week, I'm joined by Dream Warriors Mike Muncer and Becky Darke to discuss Tobe Hooper's atmospheric 1981 sleeze-fest. What a ride! 🤡 Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
09/10/22•50m 25s
BONUS: Grimmfest - Day 1 & 2
Howdy, Rotters! In this bonus episode, Matt Draper (my partner in slime) joins me as we give a SPOILER-FREE run down of the movies screened during the first two days of the wonderful genre festival GRIMMFEST in Manchester,UK. In this episode we cover: The Loneliest Boy in the World, The Passenger, Piggy, Megalomaniac, Pussycake, House of Darkness, Holy Sh*t and Many Land. The rest of our coverage will be continuing on www.patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot from tomorrow. Toodles!
07/10/22•37m 52s
Waxwork (1988) with Zoran Gvojic
Happy SP🎃🎃KY season, Rotters! This week we're joined by the mind behind the brilliant and hilarious Low Carb Comedy YouTube channel - Zoran Gvojic. We discuss Anthony Hickox's sublime, practical effect bonanza WAXWORK (1988). At the time of this episode drop, Waxwork is currently streaming on Shudder. Toodles!
02/10/22•1h 3m
The Incubus (1982) with Emily Head
Ello, Rotters! This week Emily Head returns as we take a look at the 1982 supernatural mystery - The Incubus. This movie really puts it's viewer through the wringer. I'm still not massively sure what happened. But hey-ho, that makes for a fun discussion! Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
26/09/22•54m 38s
Ghoulies (1985) with Cody Jamison Strand
They'll get you... in the end! 🚽 It's finally time, Rotters. This week Cody Jamison Strand returns as we delve into the formative cult classic - GHOULIES. Need I say more? Nah. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
20/09/22•47m 27s
Blood Theatre (1984) with Tori Allen-Martin
What’s up, Rotters! This week, Tori Allen-Martin returns as we head back to 1984 and buy two tickets to the BLOOD THEATRE. With the duchess of B-Movies - Mary Woronov - and a plot that makes Inception seem basic, this movie baffles us both into hysteria. Standard. Get tickets to the DREAM WARRIORS screening of THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE here: www.evolutionofhorror.com/genesis Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
12/09/22•49m 5s
The Lair of the White Worm (1988) with Peaches Christ & Michael Varrati
Greetings, Rotters! This week, we're joined by the hosts of the incredible cult movie podcast Midnight Mass - Peaches Christ and Michael Varrati. We discuss Ken Russell's MENTAL 1988 folk horror/comedy The Lair of the White Worm, starring Amanda Donahoe, Hugh Grant and Peter Capaldi. London Rotters!! Grab tickets for Peaches' show at the Royal Alber Hall in December here: https://www.royalalberthall.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
05/09/22•1h 4m
Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) with Epic Film Guys
Step right up, step right up!! It's TIME, Rotters. We are finally covering the much requested Killer Klowns from Outer Space from the epic Chiodo Brothers. Speaking of epic, we have the PERFECT guests for this 80s Trashterpiece... Justin, Jeremy and Brady (B-Ratty) make up Epic Film Guys and their podcast Brain Stew is about to be your new favourite (in joint 1st place with Brain Rot) genre musings. Go check them out and make sure to rate and leave a review. Enjoy 🤡 Toodles! upport the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
29/08/22•1h 18m
Motel Hell (1980) with Stephen Fry & Joel McHale
Y'all come back now, ya hear? For our first full episode of Season 3, Stephen Fry and Joel McHale join us once again as we check in to Motel Hell (1980). A stand out B-Movie that's garnered a huge cult following since it's release over 40 years ago, Motel Hell was a breath of fresh air during the onslaught of teen slashers in the early 80s. With its dark humour and visceral visuals, will YOU be spending the night? JOIN OUR PATREON FOR HEAPS OF BONUS MATERAL: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
22/08/22•59m 54s
It was the 80s! - A conversation with Mick Garris
Welcome back, Rotters! We're kicking off Season 3 with a special intro episode. I'm joined by Horror auteur Mick Garris (Critters 2, The Stand, Sleepwalkers, Masters of Horror) to talk 80s horror, Stephen King adaptations and more. It feels good to be back. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
14/08/22•43m 29s
Something's coming... (Season 3 update)
Mwahahahahaha 'tis nearly time, Rotters! In this quickie, I bring news of season 3 and an update on what's being going on in the hiatus. Come and see what we've been up to : www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
29/06/22•5m 33s
BONUS: New Year's Evil (1980) with Michael Varrati
Happy (almost) New Year, Rotters!! I just couldn't keep away. In this bonus episode, I'm joined by filmmaker and podcaster Michael Varrati to discuss the hugely underrated early 80s shocker - New Year's Evil! Enjoy! And have a wicked 2022!! Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
31/12/21•48m 50s
XMAS BONUS: Silent Night Deadly Night 5 (1991) with Mike Muncer & Louise Blain
Seasons greetings, Rotters! I couldn't leave you without giving you your present now, could I? As a treat, I'm dropping our Patreon episode with Mike Muncer and Louise Blain in which we discuss the MENTAL festive sequel Silent Night deadly Night 5: The Toymaker. For even MORE bonus content : www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Xmas Toodles!
23/12/21•39m 41s
Troll 2 (1990) with Stephen Fry & Joel McHale
Oh my GAAAAAAAAAAAD! Welcome back, Rotters! For the final episode of Season 2 of Brain Rot, I decided to drag Stephen Fry back after his hilarious appearance in Season 1 covering the movie SLUGS. And this time he brought his pal with him! We welcome actor, comedian, writer and producer Joel McHale. To see out the season, we're covering the infamous and HIGHLY requested TROLL 2. Regarded as the Best Worst Movie ever made, it was a no-BRAINer. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod MERCH: www.steviesbrainrot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
20/12/21•55m 37s
Jaws: The Revenge (1987) with Andrew Hunter Murray & Dan Schreiber
Ahoy, Rotters! This week Andrew Hunter Murray and Dan Schreiber join me as we take a trip to The Bahamas with the Brody's! Andrew and Dan make up 50% of the multi award winning podcast No Such Thing As A Fish and I was THRILLED to introduce them both to this unparalleled entry into the Jaws franchise. Dive in and check it out! Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch : www.steviesbrainrot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
13/12/21•50m 56s
Sorority Babes in the Slimbeball Bowl-O-Rama with Sunny Mabrey
Howdy, Rotters! Well we HAD to cover this one, didn't we?? This neon-lit 80s Trashterpiece was a staple of my childhood. And it made even less sense watching it this time round. I'm joined by actor, model and writer - Sunny Mabrey to break it down as best we can. Uncle Impy has a lot to answer for. But unfortunately, we left with more questions than answers. What a hoot! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
06/12/21•41m 28s
Nightmare Weekend (1986) with Emily Head
Rotters!! What a treat we have for you this week. If you haven't seen 1986's Nightmare Weekend, do yourself a favour and go and watch it. It needs to be seen to be believed. Yup, it's one of those! Returning to Brain Rot is the gorgeous Emily Head. We had an absolute riot talking about this exploitation gem. Catch Emily's one person show, written and performed by the clever girl herself... Follow the link to watch it On Demand: https://originaltheatreonline.com/productions/31/the-system-on-demand BLACK FRIDAY TEE SALE: www.SteveisBrainRot.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
29/11/21•56m 29s
The Video Dead (1987) with Anna Bogutskaya
Well hello there, Rotters!! I think this is the most requested film of all since I launched Brain Rot. And I've waited until I had the perfect guest..... I'm joined by The Final Girls co-founder, broadcaster, writer and creative producer - Anna Bogutskaya! We delve deep into this endearingly bad trashterpiece and share our thoughts on the zombie and tech horror genres. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
22/11/21•40m 40s
Humanoids From The Deep (1980) with James Graham OBE
Whats up Rotters! This week I'm joined by playwright and screenwriter James Graham OBE to discuss Roger Corman's 1980 exploitation trashterpiece Humanoids From The Deep. I chat to James about the perks of being an OBE, why outer space makes us anxious and why Humanoids do what they do. ALSO.... The amazing guys at www.LastShirtOnTheLeft.co.uk are offering listeners a 20% discount on their site from today until the end of December. Just use the code BRAINROTTERS2021 at checkout to apply the discount!! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod www.SteveisBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
15/11/21•50m 19s
Splatter University (1984) with Julie Atherton
Ello Rotters! Happy TROVEMBER! To celebrate, we're covering our first TROMA release - Splatter University from 1984. Enrolling with me this semester is actor, writer and director Julie Atherton. We discuss creepy priests, dodgy dubbing and confusing passages of time. Toodles Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
08/11/21•42m 18s
Pieces (1982) with Dino Fetscher
Welcome back, Rotters! This week we're covering the highly requested Pieces (1982) from Juan Piquer Simón. This cult video nasty is a favourite amongst the community for its bizarre narrative and infamous acting choices. I'm joined by actor Dino Fetscher to break it into....you know the rest. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merchandise: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
01/11/21•46m 42s
Night of the Demons (1988) with Sean Parkins
HAPPY HALLOWEEN, ROTTERS! For our Halloween week episode, I've invited horror scaredy-cat Sean Parkins to discuss the cult classic Night of the Demons! This movie made an instant horror icon out of the badass Angela and the lipstick scene is the stuff of legend, but how does the rest of the film hold up? Hit play, playa. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
24/10/21•46m 46s
Body Melt (1993) with Matt Lucas
G'day Rotters! This week we're headed down under to have a chat about the 1993 melt movie - Body Melt. Joining me is the hilarious national treasure Matt Lucas who was as baffled by this oozy Aussie mess as I was! Why the inbred cannibals? Why the farting troll? Why the rib collector? All of these questions and more go unanswered within. Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
18/10/21•36m 27s
Death Screams (1982) with Stuart Burnside
Howdy, Rotters! This week I'm joined by exploitation enthusiast Stuart Burnside to discuss the lesser spotted slasher Death Screams from 1982. The bizarre narrative and random backstories (with no relevance) make this one an absolute hoot to discuss. And don't get me started on there killer reveal.... Enjoy! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
11/10/21•43m 17s
Hell Night (1981) with Joshua Tonks
Ello Rotters! This week, Joshua Tonks returns to Brain Rot to discuss the 1981 Linda Blair slasher - Hell Night. At the time of episode release, Hell Night is currently streaming on Shudder and available on a beautifully restored 4k Blu-Ray from 101 Films. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod MERCH : www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
03/10/21•1h
Intruder (1989) with Brad Hanson
Clean up on aisle 2, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Brad Hanson to discuss the 1989 supermarket slasher that packs a punch - Intruder Set in a grocery store housing band saws, receipt spikes and meat hooks.... what could go wrong? Scott Spiegel directs and assembles his bloody buddies Ted and Sam Raimi and Bruce Campbell. It's not every day you come across a late 80s slasher that's genuinely refreshing. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
27/09/21•1h 2m
Basket Case 2 (1990) & Basket Case 3 (1991) with Kim Morrison
Greetings Rotters, This week I'm joined by the brilliant Kim Morrison (Senior Contributor and Social Media Manager of the sensational Ghouls Magazine) to discuss the deranged sequels to Frank Henenlotter's original cult classic Basket Case. Musical numbers, gross-out birthing scenes and an abundance of creatures, these films leave no stomach unturned. Brain Rot T-Shirt Sale: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
20/09/21•1h 4m
Rawhead Rex (1986) with Cody Jamison Strand
Top of the mornin' to ya, Rotters! This week we're taking a trip to rural Ireland to meet the dorky and bloodthirsty pagan god (?!?) Rawhead Rex. Adapted from his novella of the same name, Clive Barker was famously unhappy with the films finished product and this was what inspired him to direct the next adaption of his work..... Hellraiser. So it's not ALL bad. Cody Jamison Strand joins us once again after HIT episodes Uninvited and Critters 1-5. Our Metal AF Brain Rot tee's are currently on SALE for a limited time over at www.SteviesBrainRot.com ------------------------------------------------------------- Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
12/09/21•56m 29s
Frozen Scream (1975) with Prano Bailey-Bond
Good morrow, Rotters! This week I'm joined by the incredible writer/director Prano Bailey-Bond to discuss the 1975 video nasty contender Frozen Scream. We discuss the aesthetics that inspired elements of Prano's highly acclaimed feature film debut Censor and do our best to make sense of this hilariously incoherent film. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
06/09/21•44m 43s
The Stuff (1985) with Homies of Horror
Welcome back, Rotters! After MANY requests, we're finally covering Larry Cohen's cult classic The Stuff from 1985. Joining me are the co-hosts of a podcast as addictive as The Stuff itself, Erika and Roshane of Homies Of Horror. We delve deep into the sweet white pudding and attempt to clean up some of the sticky plot points. With B-Movie action, insane practical effects and a theme tune that smacks, what not to love? Enough is NEVER enough of The Stuff. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
30/08/21•1h 33m
Dolls (1987) & Dolly Dearest (1991) with Mike Muncer & Becky Darke
Salutations, Rotters! It's DOUBLE DOLLY DAY! This week I'm joined by besties of the pod Mike Muncer and Becky Darke to discuss Stuart Gordons 1987 cult classic DOLLS and 1991's Childs Play rip-off DOLLY DEAREST. Both of these films have such a huge nostalgic presence in my heart. But how did they hold up, decades later? Press play to find out! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
23/08/21•1h 23m
Microwave Massacre (1983) with Tori Allen-Martin
Greetings, Rotters! Tori Allen-Martin is BACK after joining me last season to discuss the wonderful Chopping Mall. When I decided to cover the bizarre and cringe-worthy Microwave Massacre, I needed someone who could handle it.... enter Tori. Join us as we try to navigate this messy exploitation movie with a distinct lack of microwave utilisation. Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
16/08/21•1h 1m
Piranha (1978) with Louise Blain
Ahoy, Rotters! This week we're wading into the waters of Joe Dante's 1978 Jaws rip-off Piranha. Although it's one of many to cash in on the success of the original 1975 summer blockbuster, it's one of (if not THE) best of a B bunch. In classic Dante style, it manages to keep it fun whilst still delivering some mean spirited horror and surprising shocks. Writer and presenter Louise Blain joins me to discuss and break down this aquatic Trashterpiece. On Thursday, we will also be breaking down James Cameron’s 1982 sequel Piranha 2: The Spawning over at www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot For a 20% discount on the final remaining tickets to the Brain Rot Double Feature event, use code JASON20. Link below. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brain-rot-presents-horror-double-feature-tickets-162270149385 Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
08/08/21•58m 30s
Blood Diner (1987) with Elijah Wood
Oh Hello Season 2! Welcome, Rotters. Brain Rot is BACK and open for business. The response to Season 1 was so overwhelming and I just quickly wanna say thank you to each of you who came on the journey with me. Thank you. Now then, on to the main course. We're back with a bang as we welcome the incredible Elijah Wood to the show. We discuss The Faculty, SpectreVision, Toxic Avenger and of course Blood Diner (1987) There are still tickets left for the Brain Rot Presents Friday 13th event on August 13th. Follow the link below to nab one! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brain-rot-presents-horror-double-feature-tickets-162270149385 We have SO much in store for you in Season 2! So hit subscribe and grab your puke bag. It's gonna be a wild ride! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot MERCH: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
01/08/21•1h 5m
Brain Rot Presents & Season 2 Launch
Hello Rotters! The time is nearly upon us. Season 2 will arrive in less than 2 weeks. In this update episode, I announce who my super special guest is for episode 1 and give details on the Brain Rot Presents screening in August. Link to event tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/162270149385 Listen out for a listener discount code in the episode. Only 10 available. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
20/07/21•3m 14s
Death Spa (1989) with Graham Norton
Greetings, Rotters! For the final episode of Season 1, I'm joined by the incomparable Graham Norton to discuss the equally incomparable Death Spa from 1989. A scorned ghost wreaking havoc in a high tech gymnasium set to 80s music and an abundance of neon leg warmers? Sign me up! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
30/05/21•56m 33s
Creepozoids (1987) with Urzila Carlson
Howdy, Rotters! This week I'm so stoked to be joined by comedian, actress and stand-up legend Urzila Carlson.We sit down to natter about the Full Moon Features gem: Creepozoids (1987). Starring Linnea Quigley and directed by David DeCoteau, this post-apocalyptic creature feature ticks all of the Brain Rot trash boxes. With mutant rats, acid rain, a giant beetle monster and a killer baby.... what's not to love? Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch Store: www.SteviesBrainRot.com Theme by Dean Maynard
22/05/21•41m 45s
The Brain (1988) with Kerry Howard
Greetings, Rotters! This week I took a punt on a film I hadn't actually seen before and it came up trumps! I give you: The Brain (1988). It's the classic story of a disembodied brain with plans for world domination via it's hypnotic brainwaves through the nations TV sets helmed by an evil doctor who happens to be an alien. Join me and the hilarious Kerry Howard as we pick our brains and try and make sense of this truly wonderful B-Movie. To celebrate Pride month (June), we currently have a range of limited edition 'Brainbow Pride' tees and tanks in the merch store. 25% of proceeds will be donated to STONEWALL. An organisation close to my heart...and brain. Take a look and grab one if it takes your fancy... www.SteviesBrainRot.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
15/05/21•1h
Night of the Creeps (1986) with Rob Wilkins
Thrill me, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Rob Wilkins who isn't just the manager of the Terry Pratchett literary estate, he's also a bloody good pal of mine. As someone susceptible to scares, I decided to go a little easy on him and cover Fred Dekker's cult classic, Night of the Creeps. We natter about possible reasons for the lack of blood in the movie, Rob's experience with 80s peroxide and why more boys don't hold hands! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
09/05/21•1h 16m
Critters (1986) with Cody Jamison Strand
Welcome back, Rotters! This is the first episode in our four-part retrospective of the Critters franchise. Starting here with the original 1986 movie and then continuing at Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot from Tuesday, with Critters 2 (1988) When you think of Critters, images that usually come to mind are the 'Critterball' and Roxanne Kernohan plucking a giant metal staple from her abdomen. These however, are from Critters 2! The original outing of the Crites often gets overlooked and, in my opinion, warrants more praise than it receives. Which is your favourite entry in the franchise? Let me know at SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
01/05/21•52m 47s
Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night 2 (1987) with Joshua Tonks
Ay up, Rotters! She's been bad and she loved every minute of it! This week I'm joined by Joshua Tonks to talk about Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night 2, the sequel-but-definitely-not-a-sequel to the 1980 original. We talk about my personal connections to the first film and ask questions like: Why is the rocking horse veiny? With so many similarities to several 90s teen slashers, we ponder the possibility that this film was way more influential than people think. Check it out! Find Joshua on Twitter and Instagram: @JoshusTonks Support Brain Rot and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
25/04/21•1h 6m
Night Train to Terror (1985) with Sean Miller of 'The Horror Show'
Choo Choo, Rotters! This week I'm joined by Sean Miller from The Horror Show podcast to talk about the mental 1985 anthology-horror; Night Train to Terror. What's different about this particular anthology, however, is that the segments are made up of full length feature films that have been edited down to just 20 minutes each. And the results are varying. Think how a song would sound if you cut halfway through the first verse and jumped to the end of the chorus..... that's Night Train to Terror. Heated discussions between God and Satan, Nazi demons and a neon 80s dance troupe, to boot..... this film has it all. Toodles! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
18/04/21•53m 27s
Ghost Town (1988) with Giles Edwards
Howdy, Rotters! Hope you're all doing horrendously. This week I'm joined by Horror-Head and film producer Giles Edwards to talk about the much forgotten Horror-Western: Ghost Town from 1988. A Charles Band/Empire flick that may have slipped under the horror radar during the time of big-hitter franchises. We discuss Its mysterious directing credits and the satisfaction of a simple yet well executed storyline. Toodles! Find Giles on Twitter: GFDEdwards Brain Rot: Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
11/04/21•45m 7s
Chopping Mall (1986) with Tori Allen-Martin
Oi Oi, Rotters! We're back with another Trashterpiece from the gift of a decade that just keeps giving, Chopping Mall (1986) I'm joined by the multi-talented Tori Allen-Martin to talk Killbots, Pepperoni and 80s boobs. Who are the Blands? Why do the Killbots have lasers? And what bone did the director (Jim Wynorski) brake when insisting on trying a stunt-fall himself? All these pressing questions and more on the latest episode of Brain Rot. Find Tori on Twitter: ToriAllenMartin Brain Rot: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Facebook : SteviesBrainRot Support us on Patreon and access bonus episodes and extras. www.patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Theme by Dean Maynard
03/04/21•1h 3m
Q - The Winged Serpent (1982) with Jonathan Ross
Wotcha, Rotters! "Just your good old fashioned monster" This week I'm joined by lifelong horror fan and all round legend, Jonathan Ross, to discuss Larry Cohens 'Q - The Winged Serpent' from 1982. We discuss Cohens knack for a strong premise and his infamous guerrilla filmmaking. We also chat about when and why we both gravitated towards horror and reminisce on the golden age of VHS and low budget features. TOODLES! Help Support Brain Rot: www.patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Reach Us On The Socials: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Steviesbrainrot@gmail.com Theme by Dean Maynard
28/03/21•1h 1m
Troll (1986) with Joe Tracini
Ello, Rotters! Hope you're all doing horrendously. This week I'm joined by actor, presenter and pandemic dance healer, Joe Tracini. We break down the BANANAS 1986 fantasy-horror, Troll. From soprano mushrooms to Sonny Bono bloating and bursting into foliage, this film has everything you never asked for (including two Harry Potters). So grab a Rat Burger and sit back as we attempt to make sense of this endearing and hugely enjoyable 80s trashterpiece. If you fancy supporting Brain Rot, we now have a Patreon Page. There's currently only one membership tier but more will be added soon. If you like what we do and wanna sponsor an episode and get a shout out on the show, head to...... www.patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Toodles!! Follow Joe on Twitter : JoeTracini Brain Rot Socials: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram : BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
21/03/21•56m 14s
Society (1989) with Gizzi Erskine
Haiiiii Rotters! Ready to shunt? This week i'm joined by chef, (award winning) food writer and life long horror fan, Gizzi Erskine! We discuss the slimiest and most icky body-horror, Society (1989). Brian Yuzna's first foray into directing is truly a joyous trashterpiece. Join us as we converse about bloodletting, surrealism and just what the hell is up with Clarissa's mother?! 'How do you like your tea? Cream? Sugar? Or do you want me to pee in it?' Toodles! Gizzi on Instagram : gizzierskine Find us here: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: brainrotpod SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Theme by Dean Maynard
14/03/21•53m 57s
The Gate (1987) with Anthony Head & Emily Head
Greetings, Rotters! This week I'm joined by the father and daughter duo to end all father and daughter duos. Anthony and Emily Head!! We sit down to discuss the 1987 mini-demon movie, 'The Gate'. We discuss the mind-blowing camera trickery of forced perspective, and lust after it's iconic 80s fashions. The gate is open, so step on though. Find us on the socials: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com If you're listening on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to drop us a rating or review. It helps get us heard by more potential Rotters and everyone needs a bit of schlock in their lives. Toodles!!
07/03/21•1h 4m
Basket Case (1982) with Mark Kermode
Hey Rotters! This week I'm joined by none other than Mark Kermode to discuss the 1982 trash-masterpiece, Basket Case. It's the age old tale of a boy carrying around his disfigured, formerly conjoined twin brother in a wicker basket. You know the one. Join us as we discuss an abundance of behind the scenes production anecdotes, 80s nostalgia and the horror genre as a whole. To enter our 'Basket Case' goodies giveaway, head to SteviesBrainRot on Twitter where competition details will be posted on March 1st. Follow Mark on Twitter : KermodeMovie Marks Podcast on Apple Pods : Kermode On Film Brain Rot on Instagram: BrainRotPod steviesbrainrot@gmail.com Theme by Dean Maynard
28/02/21•52m 8s
Popcorn (1991) with Mike Muncer & Becky Darke
Wassup Rotters! This week i'm joined by Mike Muncer (Evolution Of Horror)& Becky Darke to drag the 1991 postmodern slasher 'Popcorn' from its Canadian grave. We discuss the immersive horror cinema of William Castle and try to decide whether this film is supernatural or not. I still don't really know. I just know it's freaking awesome. Let us know what YOU think : SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Check out Becky’s Patreon here: www.Patreon.com/bunnydarke You can find all of Mikes Evolution of Horror content here: www.evolutionofhorror.com Find Brain Rot here: Twitter :SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Theme composed by Dean Maynard
21/02/21•1h 4m
Uninvited (1988) with Cody Jamison Strand
Put your paws up, Rotters! A poisonous cat, within a cat, on a luxury yacht? Yes please. This week we're joined by performer Cody Jamison Strand to talk about one of the most deranged movies ever to come out of the 80s, Uninvited (1988). We try to make sense of this inadvertent masterpiece and ponder the paramount question: 'What if cats were actually poisonous?' Keep up to date on future episodes and guests by following us on the socials... Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Facebook: BrainRotPod Email: BrainRotPod@gmail.com Theme composed by Dean Maynard
14/02/21•42m 52s
Slugs (1988) with Stephen Fry
Hey Rotters! This week we're joined by the one and only Stephen Fry to discuss the slimiest and most outrageously eighties movie, Slugs. Listen as we discuss dodgy dubbing, exploding eye sockets and horror prostates!? If you like what you hear, don't forget to hit subscribe and drop us a rating. But nothing below 4 stars... that's just trolling! Find us at: Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
07/02/21•50m 25s