Fan2Fan Podcast

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, host Bernie Gonzalez is joined by fan/comedian/podcaster Chad Lind to discuss John Carpenter's 1978 slasher/horror classic Halloween. Along with personal memories of watching Halloween, they discuss the film's production, casting, Carpenter's direction and influences. Bernie and Chad also examine the movie's themes including the "final girl" concept, boogeyman mythology, and more. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, author Kevin Folliard joins host Bernie Gonzalez to talk about kid friendly horror in media. Where do you draw the line between scary stories for children and adult horror in books, film, and TV shows? They examine the question and explore how children can learn from spooky tales by allowing them to confront fear, encounter morality tales, and develop imagination. Bernie and Kevin also review examples of kid friendly horror including Alvin Schwartz's Scary Tales to Tell in the Dark series, Monster Squad, Stranger Things, Goosebumps, and more. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

After discussing some of the legendary figures in practical special effects in a previous episode, Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez and fellow podcaster Peter Charbonneau (So Bad It's…) return to talk about some of the memorable moments in movie make-up history. They examine Frankenstein's iconic look, Alien's chest-burster scene, the transformation in American Werewolf in London, Jeff Goldblum's evolution in The Fly, Freddy Kruger's macabre make-up, and more. Bernie and Pete also discuss the future of practical special effects in a CGI-dominated entertainment landscape. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, host Bernie Gonzalez and fellow podcaster Peter Charbonneau (So Bad It's…) talk about some of the legends of practical special effects including Rick Baker, Rob Bottin, Tom Savini, Stan Winston, and KNB. Bernie and Pete discuss the memorable contributions these make-up effects creators made to movies such as An American Werewolf In London, The Howling, The Thing, Terminator, The Exorcist, Dawn of the Dead, and more. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez is joined by fellow fan Chad Lind to discuss 1973's science fiction western-thriller Westworld. They examine the film's production, casting, and it's underdeveloped but fascinating themes. Bernie and Chad also talk about Westworld's legacy (Futureworld, Beyond Westworld, upcoming HBO remake) and explore what the real Westworld (and other worlds) would be like. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

After reviewing Marvel's entire cinematic history (1970s-2016) in a multi-episode discussion, Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez and fellow fan Andre Walker look to the future. They break down Marvel's upcoming slate of announced movies including Dr. Strange, Spiderman: Homecoming, Wolverine 3, Guardians of the Galaxy 2, Thor: Ragnarok, Deadpool 2, Black Panther, Avengers: Infinity War, and much more. Bernie and Andre also discuss possible future films featuring X-Men characters, the Fantastic Four, the In-Humans, and Namor the Submariner. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez and fellow fan Andre Walker wrap up their multi-episode conversation on Marvel's cinematic history by discussing 2016's Captain America 3: Civil War. They review the movie's production, plotting, directing, reception, it's impact on future Marvel films, and much more. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez talks with fellow fan Andre Walker about Marvel's cinematic history. In part six of a multi-episode conversation, they discuss Deadpool, X-Men: Apocalypse, and the future of the X-Men movie franchise. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

Fan2Fan Podcast host Bernie Gonzalez is joined by fellow fan Melissa Domico to talk about James Cameron's action/sci-fi classic Terminator. Bernie and Melissa provide some context for the 1984 release as they discuss the film's production, casting, music, special effects, legacy, and more. They also go over their personal memories of watching Terminator, examine the film's depiction of technology, and reminisce about 80s movies. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.

In this episode of the Fan2Fan Podcast, host Bernie Gonzalez is joined by Greg Rubin to talk about the "invisible craft" known as sound design. Greg discusses his experience as a sound designer/editor (Warner Brothers, Marvel Studios) and the critical role sound plays in live action and animation. Greg also reviews his contributions to various animated projects such as Avengers Assemble, Ultimate Spiderman, Iron Man & Hulk: Heroes United and more. Please rate and review the Fan2Fan Podcast on iTunes! Visit www.fanpodcast.com for more info and follow @fan2fanpodcast.