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It’s finally time to honor the movie that gave our show its name — Killer Klowns from Outer Space! In this special Watch This or Die episode, we’re celebrating the cult classic’s 37th anniversary with a full breakdown of this bizarre, brilliant, and beloved horror-comedy.

But first, we kick things off with our featured craft beers of the week and crack open some cans while catching up. Then it’s time for a quick stop in the Music Corner — Sean shares a fun new way he’s discovering different albums every day, and Pete teases the release of his next epic Spotify playlist.

Then it’s Watch This or Die time! We dive into how we first discovered Killer Klowns, what makes it such a memorable gem, and why it still holds a special place in our dark little hearts. Of course, we run through our signature categories: favorite kill, best use of music, standout brief performance, and more!

So, grab a brew, cue up the Chiodo Brothers’ masterpiece, and get ready to join the circus. Check it out!

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Our good friend Brian joins us for his first-ever War Games Top 10! This time, we’re ranking the best movies based on video games — from retro favorites to modern hits.

We kick things off by introducing the craft beers we’re drinking, then dive straight into the draft. Pete, Sean, and Brian battle it out while Vinnie referees and throws in a surprise perk to spice things up.

Expect trivia, twists, and a Top 10 list we’re seriously proud of — packed with a wide range of genres and eras. Plus, Brian closes out the episode by choosing the next topics for Watch This or Die and War Games.

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We’re back with another Catching Up With the Krew episode — and this time, Lyss joins the fun! We kick things off with our featured craft beers, then dive into recent movie adventures, including the insane 4DX experience of Final Destination: Bloodlines.

We also chat about other new films we’ve seen and preview the upcoming VHS Fest at the Mahoning Drive-In.

Then Pete hits us with a round of Top 5s:
 🎥 TV Moms
 🎮 Video Games
 🎸 Time Machine Concerts we wish we could’ve seen live

Hit play, crack a cold one, and hang with the Krew!

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 This week, we crack open some craft beers and kick things off with Pete’s trip to The Mahoning Drive-In for a Kevin Bacon double feature. Then we catch up on what we’ve been watching before diving into the 1990 classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. We break down why this movie meant so much to us growing up and go deep with our favorite quotes, scenes, performances, and more. Cowabunga—it’s a shell of a good time! 

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In this episode of Watch This or Die, we kick things off with the big question: Is Marvel Studios finally back on track? Sean and Vinnie break down their recent theater experience watching Thunderbolts, sharing their high praise for Marvel’s latest release and whether it marks a true return to form—or just a lucky hit.

Then, it's time for the main event: a deep dive into the 1995 cult classic Mortal Kombat. This is one we all agree is a straight-up banger. We reflect on how this film shaped our childhoods, its impact on pop culture, and how it holds up 30 years later. From iconic lines to epic fight scenes, we go category by category through our Watch This or Die breakdown—favorite quotes, best kills, unexpected food and drink moments, behind-the-scenes facts, and more.

Get ready for nostalgia, passion, and a lot of love for a film that helped define an era. This one’s a flawless victory.

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 Lyss returns for another War Games Top 10! This week, we're ranking our favorite Dysfunctional Family movies—spanning genres with a few surprise picks. But first, a not-so-featured craft beer segment (Pete and Sean are trying to behave on a weeknight, Lyss has wine, and chaos ensues). Lyss shares what she’s been watching, Vinnie poses the ultimate Star Wars viewing order question, and then it's War Games time. 

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The Krew is back and we're cracking open some fresh craft brews to kick things off in this week’s “Catching Up with the Krew” episode! We start by sharing what we’re sipping on before diving into the latest buzz from the movie world—including some exciting new trailers and industry news. Then it’s all about Sinners! We all made it out to the theater for this new horror hit, and spoiler alert: we loved it just like everyone else. We break down its success in the box office, its impact on the horror scene, and how it’s playing with casual fans.

We also chat about some other movies and shows we’ve been watching lately before jumping into some side quests. First up: building our own WWE-style wrestling stables, complete with a veteran, a female wrestler, and three more to round out the squad. Then, we each reveal our personal Top 5 Movie and TV Presidents—some iconic, some unexpected, and all up for debate.

Grab a drink and hang with us for all that and more on this jam-packed episode!

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Crack open a cold one with us as we kick off another episode of Watch This or Die! First up, we’re spotlighting our featured craft beers of the week—because what’s a good watch without a great drink?

Then it’s time to step into the squared circle. Wrestlemania 41 is right around the corner, and we’re breaking down the full match card. From the bouts we’re most hyped about to our bold predictions, we’re talking all things Mania before the bell rings.

But the main event? It’s Watch This or Die time—and we’re diving deep into the haunting world of Candyman (1992). We had the absolute pleasure of seeing it on a beautiful 35mm print at the Mahoning Drive-In Theater, surrounded by our drive-in family for the kickoff of the Mahoning season. The vibes were immaculate, the horror was real, and the nostalgia hit hard.

We get into how Candyman scared the hell out of us as kids and what it means to us now. Then we run through all of our signature categories:
🔪 Favorite Kill
🎶 Best Part of the Score
📣 Favorite Quote
🎭 Best Performance with Limited Screen Time
…and so much more.

If you say his name five times, you know what to do: Watch This or Die.

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This week’s episode starts on a somber but heartfelt note as we pay tribute to the legendary Val Kilmer, who has sadly passed away. We take a moment to reflect on his unforgettable roles—from Top Gun to Tombstone—and what his legacy means to us as fans of film. 

From there, we lighten things up with a rundown of this week's craft beer picks, perfect for sipping as we dive into some of the latest happenings in the world of film and television. You know we always have takes.

Then it’s time for the main event: our Watch This or Die breakdown of the 1989 baseball comedy classic, Major League. We kick it off with a roundtable on how we saw this movie as kids vs. how it hits us now. Spoiler: it's still hilarious—and maybe even better with age.

Our signature categories make their return, including:

• 🍔 Favorite Use of Food or Drink
• 🎶 Best Score or Soundtrack Moment
• 💬 Favorite Quotes
• 🧢 And more curveballs from the Watch This or Die playbook

We wrap things up by revealing next week’s film and sharing our excitement about seeing it on the big screen at our favorite place—the Mahoning Drive-In Theater—with the whole Killer Pod Krew in tow.

Pour one out for Val, crack a cold one, and join us for another episode of Watch This or Die.

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Crack open a cold one with us as we kick off another First Watch Friday! Before diving into this week’s feature, we’re introducing the craft beers fueling this episode—because what’s a movie night without the perfect brew?

Then it’s time for a roundtable catch-up on everything we’ve been watching lately. From juggling multiple shows to getting deep into The Studio, Daredevil: Rebirth, The Pitt, and plenty more, we’re all over the streaming landscape and ready to talk about it.

Finally, we head into our main event: the 2024 remake of Street Trash, brought to you by Bloody Disgusting, Vinegar Syndrome, and Screambox. Let’s just say… we’ve got opinions. This one had the Krew divided—a real love-it-or-hate-it experience, and we’re breaking down every gnarly detail.

Tune in, grab a drink, and let’s get into it.