CreatureGeek

Frank and Len are back for Season 2 of CreatureGeek! Frank and Len catch up on what's been happening on their off-time, what movies they have seen and also discuss the future of the show. Also, even though we say there is video with this episode, there isn't and we apologize. Len explains at the top of the show.

Frank and I wrap up our first season of CreatureGeek with a super-packed show with our special guest, makeup artist and character creator Shannon Shea. Shannon talks about working with Stan Winston, about his new projects and also about his upcoming book. Let us know how you liked this season of CreatureGeek and if you want us back, let us - and the folks at Tested - know!

Horror character actor Bill Moseley starts off the new year with some talk from the third side of the makeup world: the chair. Bill talks with Frank and I about his time in the makeup chair creating such popular characters such as ChopTop. He also talks about his time as a writer for National Lampoon. Plus, much chatter about cow anus's being removed during alien abductions. Don't miss it!

Oscar award-winning makeup artist Michele Burke joins Frank and I for our pre-holiday show. She talks a lot about creating iconic makeups for Gary Oldman and Tom Cruise. She also shares some ideas for the budding or pro makeup artist on your shopping list.

On this episode of CreatureGeek, Frank and I welcome Matt Winston of the Stan Winston School of Character Arts. We talk a lot about the school, growing up around such iconic makeup and designs. Matt also shares Len's real name for the first time on any podcast.

On this episode of CreatureGeek, FX legend Steve Johnson stops by for a candid chat about the industry, effects and so, so much more. (Some content NSFW.)

Animatronics king Rick Lazzarini of The Character Shop stops by as our first real guests. Lots of talk about creating creatures from scratch. Even more talk about lioness vaginas.

It's Halloween on CreatureGeek! Frank and Len chat about their favorite FX flicks to watch post Trick or Treating. Agree or disagree? Sound off in the comments!

On this episode of CreatureGeek, Frank and Len continue a conversation started by Adam Savage about what are the best makeups in TV history.

It's the very first episode of CreatureGeek - the SFX Makeup podcast from a fan and pro perspective. Len Peralta (the fan) and Frank Ippolito (the pro) talk about their backgrounds, growing up as kids in Cleveland and loving monster flicks and also share some stories about the late Dick Smith.