High School Slumber Party

Thanks to the CageClub Podcast Network I.T. team, as well as help from some mystery white hat hackers, the virus infecting the High School Slumber Party servers has been eradicated. The rest of our episode on Hackers with Mike Manzi of Third Time’s A Charm and Cara Gael O’Regan of Wistful Thinking has been saved, just in time for our 50th episode. Find out which hack in the film Brian thinks is impossible to pull off, how poor friends force Angelina Jolie to wear a dress, and which Hackers-themed sleeping bags everyone would choose. Hack the planet!

Brian welcomes back some old friends of High School Slumber Party, Cara Gael O’Regan of Wistful Thinking and Mike Manzi of Third Time’s A Charm, to chat about a film way ahead of its time: 1995’s Hackers. Starring Jonny Lee Miller and Angelina Jolie as high school computer experts living in New York City, Hackers explores the wild west atmosphere of the early days of cyberspace with a visually striking presentation. This is the film that made computer nerd-dom cool! Figure out your hacker handle, change your password to something safer than a four letter word, and meet us by the rooftop pool for part one of this two-part episode!

What’s scarier than a 1958 Plymouth Fury? Well, on paper, a lot of things... until you meet Christine, that is. She’s sure to frighten you a bit more than your first high school ride. Brian is joined by guest Walt Hickey of Numlock News to chat about this 1983 John Carpenter horror film. Based on a best-selling Stephen King book about a killer car, Christine exceeds both Brian’s and Walt’s expectations through its special effects and surprisingly empathetic title character.

Break out the Dolly Parton for the slumber party this week! We’re joined by returning guest, author Jenna Guillaume, to chat about Netflix’s Dumplin’. With a wonderful cast led by Danielle Macdonald and Jennifer Anniston, Brian and Jenna discuss what makes this crowdpleaser so fun! Find out if Jenna thinks Dumplin’s heartthrob is hotter than Peter Kavinsky from To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, and learn all about her new book, What I Like About Me!

Brian is joined by first time guest, Pajiba writer, and accredited Rotten Tomatoes reviewer, Kate Hudson, to talk about one of her go-to films: Peggy Sue Got Married. Brian and Kate go back in time to discuss their high school experiences, the greatness of Kathleen Turner and, of course, all things Nicolas Cage — including his interesting accent choice. Find out if this Francis Ford Coppola film holds up or if there is any room to go back and change its movie destiny!

You asked for it, America! This week, we welcome back the Godfather of the CageClub Podcast Network, Joey Lewandowski, to discuss Assassination Nation, his favorite movie of 2018 that did not star a marmalade-loving bear. IndieWire called the film “The most aggressive high school movie in film history”; Joey says it’s the most “2018 film” in existence. Whether you love or hate this film, you will be left with a lasting impression after seeing fictional Salem descend into a level of anarchy tailor-made for the internet age.

This week, Brian discusses The New Guy -- a film he actually saw in high school! -- with good friend Mike Rivera. This 2002 DJ Qualls vehicle (also starring Eliza Dushku, Zooey Deschanel, and Eddie Griffin) is chocked full of random cameos, gross-out moments, and a surprising amount of heart. Brian and Mike try to figure out if this film from their childhood holds up. Also, a special guest stops by to discuss her time spent in her high school marching band.

Hope you brought your #2 pencil! Returning guest Erika W. Smith stops by to chat about The Perfect Score, a film about an S.A.T. heist! Everyone's hero Chris Evans stars alongside Scarlett Johansson (no, this is not a Marvel film), Erika Christensen, Matthew Lillard, and others. Brian and Erika will give you all the prep you need for this 2004 MTV-produced film. Also, March is Marching Band Month... find out what that means on today's show. Pencils down!

Guys... We Need to Talk About Kevin. Alexandra Schroeder joins the slumber party once again to discuss this dark and eerie horror/drama that explores the family dynamics of a school shooter. Tilda Swinton, Ezra Miller and John C. Reilly star as Lynne Ramsay directs this chilling film that will leave you thinking... and wanting to talk all about Kevin.

Ready! Set! Go! This ain’t no ten second race; this is a three podcast CageClub crossover event! Four hosts, three shows, all the The Fast and Furious: Tokyo Drift talk you will ever need. First up was 2 Fast 2 Forever, and now its Brian’s turn to take the wheel on High School Slumber Party. With mentorship from seasoned veterans Joey Lewandowski and Joe Two, as well as the steady hand of third film expert Michael Manzi, join Brian as he glides through the twists and turns of the only high school movie in the Fast and the Furious franchise. Pack your favorite uwabaki, tell your father you’re heading to Japan, because we’re about to get our party on. Don’t forget to check out the conclusion of this three part crossover on Third Time’s A Charm!