Join cult leader Peaches Christ &amp; filmmaker Michael Varrati for some hilarious and hardcore audio worship of their favorite cult movies! Each episode focuses on a unique film, filmmaker, performer, or genre and includes special guest stars, super-fans, and surprises befitting midnight movie celebration. Subscribe today and truly become one of the Children of the Pod-corn! Episodes released every other week. 

If Jason still haunts you…you’re not alone! This week, Peaches and Michael are feeling “reckless” in celebration of 1985’s FRIDAY THE 13TH: A NEW BEGINNING! In addition to celebrating the 40th anniversary of this hotly debated 5th franchise entry, our hosts dig into how the saga of Tommy Jarvis almost took Jason Voorhees’ legacy into a totally different direction! Joining the conversation is Ultra Violent Magazine’s Art Ettinger, who details how discovering this classic sequel at a young age led to a lifelong obsession. Then, the film’s star and iconic final girl Melanie Kinnaman stops by to share memories of making the film and what it’s been like watching the cult of Part V continue to grow. From van enchiladas to chainsaw-wielding action, this episode has it all!

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Episode 110 - Friday the 13th: A New Beginning

Is she woman…or animal? This week, Peaches and Michael are faced with a taboo-breaking femme fatale in celebration of 1968’s VIXEN!  In addition to discussing how this transgressive slice of cinema fits into Russ Meyer’s overall oeuvre, our hosts delve into its pointed commentary of Vietnam War-era politics. Joining the conversation is Severin Films’ David Gregory, who talks about the journey of bringing Meyer’s catalog back from the ether and delivering it unto the people. Then, Vixen herself – screen icon Erica Gavin stops by to share her memories of making this scintillating and scandalous classic! From fish dances to surprise communism, this episode has it all! Go!

Episode 109: Vixen!

Lonely hearts beware! This week, Peaches and Michael are putting romance on notice in celebration of 1970’s THE HONEYMOON KILLERS! In addition to discussing how this venerated classic goes beyond the confines of a standard true crime adaptation, our hosts delve into the cult power of the singular sensation that is Shirley Stoler. Joining the conversation is host/film programmer extraordinaire Beth Accomando, who considers this take on Martha and Raymond one of cinema’s great love stories. Then, horror icon Debbie Rochon stops by to dig into why she continues to draw inspiration from the film’s thoughtfully unique construction and powerhouse performances. From grifting church ladies to Scorsese getting bounced, this episode has it all! Go!

Episode 108: The Honeymoon Killers

…you won’t be coming home! This week, Peaches and Michael are hiding their curling irons in celebration of 1983’s SLEEPAWAY CAMP! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s constant cultural reassessment, our hosts delve into why this legendary gorefest also became a benchmark moment in queer cinema. Joining the conversation are THIS ENDS AT PROM’s dynamic wifely duo BJ and Harmony Colangelo, who recently wrote a whole book digging into the trials, tribulations, and joys of this controversial fave. Then, iconic star of the film Karen Fields stops by to talk about her own journey with the movie and her memories of bringing Camp Arawak’s resident queen of mean to life! From Judy’s side ponytail to the shortest of short shorts, this episode has it all! Go!

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