Midnight Mass

Beware the moon! This week, Peaches and Michael unleash the beast in celebration of 1981’s AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON! In addition to discussing the film’s industry changing practical effects, our hosts delve into certain people’s lust for transformation. Joining the conversation is award-winning author Adam Sass, whose lifetime of love for this cult classic has led to a thoughtful queer analysis of its hairy antics. Then, iconic cult artist Skinner stops by to explore the larger function of werewolf symbolism and expression in the world. From wonky porno to savaged bromance, this episode has it all! Go! 

Bad blood runs between them! This week, Peaches and Michael honor one of vampirism’s most elegant duos by celebrating 1973’s GANJA & HESS! In addition to discussing this burgeoning classic’s place among the arthouse undead, our hosts delve into the horror idol status of the incomparable Duane Jones. Joining the conversation is acclaimed actor Verton Banks, who not only speaks to a lifetime of love for the film, but contextualizes filmmaker Bill Gunn's place in Black cinema history. Then, celebrated host and self-proclaimed “Gay Horror Blerd” Mark O. Estes stops by to dig into the many lenses with which one can unpack this dream-like masterpiece. From unapologetic nudity to extreme church services, this episode has it all! Go! 

A Hollywood Story! This week, Peaches and Michael are ready for their close-ups as they celebrate 1950's SUNSET BOULEVARD! In addition to discussing the powerhouse character that is Norma Desmond, our hosts delve into the movie's influence on a particular style of exploitation film that would follow. Joining the conversation is multi-award winning filmmaker Jeffrey Schwarz, whose recent documentary BOULEVARD! A HOLLYWOOD STORY explored a hidden, musical chapter of this cult classic's history. Then, drag legend Bianca Del Rio stops by to talk a lifetime of love for this cinematic masterpiece, as well as dig into the film's costuming and queer influence. From studio lots to swimming pool shots, this episode has it all! GO! 

There’s got to be a morning after! This week, Peaches and Michael are having a topsy-turvy New Year’s Eve party in celebration of 1972’s THE POSEIDON ADVENTURE! In addition to discussing this disaster epic’s influence over a whole subgenre that would follow, our hosts delve into why it just may be the most harrowing movie they’ve covered yet. Joining the conversation is drag icon and dancing diva Love Connie, who shares how her deep love of this classic film’s female characters formed the DNA of her own larger-than-life character. From twisted trees to Stella’s suppositories, this episode has it all! Go!

Plus, Peaches and Michael share some important information about their 2023 release schedule! 

Christmas is coming early this year…and it’s murder! This week, Peaches and Michael are making some lewd phone calls in celebration of 1974’s BLACK CHRISTMAS! In addition to discussing this cult classic’s contributions to the foundations of the slasher genre, our hosts delve into why comedy is an essential part of its dark DNA. Joining the conversation is none other than one of the film’s stars, Lynne Griffin, who offers up some behind-the-scenes stories and reflects on nearly five decades of festive fright. Then, Paul Downey and David Hastings, the authors of IT’S ME, BILLY – BLACK CHRISTMAS REVISITED, stop by to talk about the lasting impact of this definitive holiday horror. From glass unicorns to Margot Kidder’s method acting, this holiday special has it all! Go! 

Do you hear what I hear? This week, Peaches and Michael are definitely eating after midnight in celebration of 1984's GREMLINS! In addition to discussing this cult classic's placement in the pantheon of holiday horror, our hosts reminisce about FEMLINS, the large scale drag parody they co-created. Joining the conversation is legendary cabaret performer and music artist Kat Robichaud, who shares how her longtime love of the film influenced her to include little green monsters in her shows. Then, event producer and haunt creator David Flower stops by to unpack the film's delicate balance between cartoonish humor and wild scares. From creepy carolers to blocked fireplaces, this episode has it all! Go! 

Do the BIM! This week, Peaches and Michael discover the power of rock in celebration of 1980's THE APPLE! In addition to discussing the film's amped up musical numbers, our hosts muse over whether Eurovision had a profound impact on this cult classic's vision of the future. Joining the conversation is proud member of the Children of the Popcorn Brian Knecht, whose examination of the world presented in the movie reveals a deeply interwoven global aesthetic. Then, acclaimed filmmaker and podcast host Julia Marchese stops by to talk about her longtime love of THE APPLE's unapologetic vision of a magnificently musical tomorrow. From glam devils to actual vampires, this episode has it all! GO! 

Terror under the Big Top! This week, Peaches and Michael are spinning some cotton candy in celebration of 1988's KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE! In addition to discussing this Chiodo Brothers-helmed classic's rise from video store shelves to haunted attraction staple, our hosts delve into its undeniable impact on a whole subgenre of fright films that followed. Joining the conversation is acclaimed journalist Amanda Bartlett, whose recent SFGate article about this groundbreaking slice of cinema provided a comprehensive look into all things Killer Klown. Then, celebrated filmmaker S.H. Stewart stops by to passionately share how this movie has been with him since his humble horror beginnings. From acid pies to shadow play, this episode has it all! Go!

Check out Amanda's SFGate article on Killer Klowns here: https://www.sfgate.com/local/article/killer-klowns-movie-central-coast-17529144.php

A symphony of scares! This week, Peaches and Michael are conducting an unconventional IDOL WORSHIP that sings the praises of THE MUSIC OF HORROR! In addition to discussing the undeniable role a well-curated soundscape can have on fright cinema, our hosts delve into some of their favorite soundtrack scores. Joining the conversation are legendary Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett and iconic conductor Edwin Outwater to dig into the groundbreaking compositions that shaped cult, tell tales of their own collaborations, and help identify the sounds that make horror become music to our ears. From Master of Puppets to synth-wave slaughter, this episode has it all! Go! 

They say we're insane, but we don't care! This week, Peaches and Michael are putting on their cha-cha heels in celebration of 1974's FEMALE TROUBLE! In addition to discussing this groundbreaking film's commentary on the cult of celebrity, our hosts delve into its placement in the pantheon of John Waters' filmography. Joining the conversation is legendary Dreamlander Elizabeth Coffey Williams, who reflects on her time making FEMALE TROUBLE and PINK FLAMINGOS, as well as the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of blazing a queer cinema trail. Then, iconic artist Mister B Nation stops by to share how Dawn Davenport and the greater Waters oeuvre have continued to inspire him to create fabulous new works that speak to a lifetime of love for Baltimore's filthiest superstars. From meatball subs to Taffy's lack of mother love, this episode has it all! Go! 

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