Episodes
Episode 9 — Friday the 13th Part 3 – 3D (1982)
A pioneer of the early 80’s 3D slasher phenomenon. Listen in to hear some commentary on the various characters portrayed and a review on the technology used in the film.
Episode 8 — Friday the 13th Part 4 The Final Chapter– (1984)
Ben’s favorite Friday! A quick recap on last week’s episode and then some details about why this one stands out among the others.
Episode 7 — Texas Chainsaw Massacre– (1974)
After 2 weeks of silence, the show is back with a “BUZZ” in a double-length episode. We talk TCM with a special guest who named this his favorite horror movie. Should all the characters of TCM have been massacred? Or should Sally have been allowed to slip through Leatherface’s grip as the “chicken nuggets” that got away. Hear the debate, followed by some parallels to real-life sickos such as Gein, Dahmer and Buffalo Bill.
Episode 6 — New Years Evil– (1980)
Episode 5 — Halloween 4 – The Return of Michael Myers (1988)
The first Halloween series appearance on this podcast! Some gripes, likes/dislikes ranging from the “taller” Michael Myers to too much green leaves. Some recollection about how the host was able to see this movie. Also…a “real life” Michael Myers sighting.
Episode 4 – Dont Open Until Christmas
A little late on this holiday-themed release, but nonetheless the review is in. Not a favorite among the duo, but a concise summary on this-low budget British film with some commentary as to what actually is a British movie and are they all terrible? Ben and Adrienne also reflect on their New Year’s Eve activities which are now weeks in the past.
Episode 3 – Jaws 2
Jaws is back and sustains an interesting facial burn, prompting your host to label him the “Freddy” shark. Join in for a lively discussion of Sheriff Brody’s paranoid antics in-between shark bites, followed by some Stranger Things Season 5 chat.
Episode 2 – Nightmare on Elm Street 2
In this week’s show, things seem to go off the rails at times in just the 2nd episode as Ben and Adrienne grapple with understanding the message behind the movie and ultimately give up on trying to figure it out.
Episode 1-Nightmare on Elm Street
In the debut episode of Not Your Average Horror Show, your host Ben and his sister Adrienne are introduced and ready to discuss the first entry in their podcast; a review of Nightmare on Elm Street. This is followed by some current event discussion and a brief recollection of favorite scenes from Death Wish 3.
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