Fireside Friends

CW: We discuss themes of objectification, exploitation, and abuse of women throughout our Lost Highway discussion, as it is a central aspect of the film. We realize that many people may want a break from thinking about these topics due to current events, so we encourage folks to listen at their own discretion.

Joel Bocko joins us to discuss Lost Highway. We talk about how the film uses its two protagonists to explore themes of exploitation by the hands of abusive men. We also discuss David Lynch’s use of VHS horror, as well as question his depictions of absurd house parties. Finally, we examine the film in the context of Lynch’s entire filmography.

You can follow Joel on Twitter @LostInTheMovies, and find his work at lostinthemovies.com.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "April Elsewhere" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Other music used:
“I’m Deranged” by David Bowie

Work Cited:
Meshes of the Afternoon
Meshes of Lynch

In this recently recovered episode of Fireside Friends, Shannon Strucci joins Ryan, Allen, and Jen to talk about the 2007 film [REC]. We discuss the film’s use of its small budget, well-considered characters, and the found footage format. We mention the film’s Hollywood remake, Quarantine, as well as [REC]: Boat Edition; we end the cast with a discussion of some of our favorite (but mostly our least favorite) horror movies and franchises.

You can follow Shannon on Twitter @plentyofalcoves, find her work at StrucciMoves, and support her on Patreon.

You can follow Jennifer on Twitter @jbu3, find her work at Scanline Media, and support that site over on Patreon.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "April Elsewhere" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

CW: We spend the first few minutes of the show talking about recent events regarding sexual assault allegations in media, and rape culture in general. If you wish to skip that segment, our Bound discussion starts at 5:50.

Ryan, Allen, and Jen discuss Bound! We talk about the film’s portrayal of its queer relationship, the ways in which the film succeeds at building tension, and where it stands among the rest of the Wachowski films. We also address the heated Car/Truck debate. Are trucks considered to be a type of car? (No.) Is language needlessly complicated? (Maybe.)

You can follow Jennifer on Twitter @jbu3, find her work at Scanline Media, and support that site over on Patreon.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "April Elsewhere" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Join Allen and Ryan as they commit crimes* and discuss the 1984 film, Repo Man! We talk about the film’s outrageous antics, and its themes surrounding white suburban punks and radiation research. We also reflect on Harry Dean Stanton’s vast career and discuss some of his most memorable roles.

*No actual crimes were committed in the making of this podcast

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Our podcast theme is "April Elsewhere" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Other music used: “Repo Man” by Iggy Pop

John Stull joins us to read and interpret lyrics from Father John Misty’s latest album, “Pure Comedy.” Is this a good album? Does it have a solid political message? Are the lyrics evocative? The answer to all of these questions, of course, is no. However, we hope you enjoy listening to us highlight the album’s most embarrassing material, as well as the in-depth analysis from Genius.com’s users. Hang on to that centrist feeling, dear listeners, because it’s going to be a bumpy ride.

You can find John's music at Jung Manhater and follow him on Twitter @SIBNAME.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "April Elsewhere" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Persona Non Grata is a mini-podcast series that follows Allen and Ryan as they make their way through Persona 5. This episode, Jennifer Unkle frees us from having to play any more of this game by guiding us through the remaining plot points. Hear us react to the game’s most ridiculous plot developments and find out which ones we accurately predicted!

You can follow Jennifer on Twitter @jbu3, find her work at Scanline Media, and support that site over on Patreon.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

The podcast intro is "Have a Short Rest" and the outro is "Hoshi To Bokura To" from the Persona 5 OST.

M joins us to discuss Twin Peaks: The Return! We talk about our favorite moments of the season, how much the new show fits in with the original series and Fire Walk With Me, and ruminate on how Twin Peaks will always be a show filled with mystery. Who is the dreamer?

You can follow M on Twitter @em_being, find their work at right here on Abnormal Mapping, and support the network on Patreon!

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "At Summer Pond" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Other music used:

“Intro Cymbal Wind” by Dean Hurley
“Twin Peaks Theme” by Angelo Badalamenti
“Grady Groove (feat. Grady Tate)” by Angelo Badalamenti
“Deer Meadow Shuffle” by Angelo Badalamenti
“Just You” by James Marshall

Jennifer Unkle joins us to discuss Don’t Take It Personally, Babe, It Just Ain’t Your Story by Christine Love! We talk about the issue of privacy in the digital age, the guilt of voyeurism in the context of visual novels, and the validation that comes with positive depictions of queer relationships in games.

You can follow Jennifer on Twitter @jbu3, find her work at Scanline Media, and support that site over on Patreon.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

Our podcast theme is "At Summer Pond" by The Orchestral Movement of 1932 found via Opsound.org.

Persona Non Grata is a mini-podcast series that follows Allen and Ryan as they make their way through Persona 5! This episode, we explore Futaba’s palace, uncover the mystery of the hacker group Medjed, and check up on our social links.

You can send questions and comments to us at [email protected], follow us on Twitter, and review us on iTunes!

The podcast intro is "Have a Short Rest" and the outro is "Suspicion" from the Persona 5 OST. The social link music is “Joy” from the Persona 3 OST.

Fireside Friends has found a new home at Abnormal Mapping!

What does this mean for the podcast going forward? Ryan and Allen walks you through the details.

Thanks much to all of the people who have supported us up to this point. Your support and generosity means the world to us, and we wouldn’t have made it this far without your help.

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