Well-Adjusted Horror

The episode opens on an emotional note for Jonathan as he acknowledges the bittersweet moment of watching his mentee, Levi, select a film that he deems one of the worst ever made. The duo can't help but dive into the absurdity, as they reminisce about the film's gratuitous nudity, poor acting, and the unforgettable presence of Clint Howard - whose performance, while dubious, is not to be dismissed too lightly. 

Special guest Lindsey joins Levi & Johnathon for a look at Needful Things, an underrated adaption of Stephen King's novel by the same name.

Do you idolatry?

We idolatry.

They're eating the dogs and they're eating the cats. But it's cool, because there are 12 sequels in the Friday the 13th franchise alone.

It's Lovecraft's birthday month, and the boys have words. Join us as we track his influence from The House by the Cemetery to Alien Romulus.

Shark month is over, but the river is filled with carnivorous fish. Join the boys as they look at Piranha (1978).

What do plumbing issues and werewolf transformations have in common? The boys explain as they discuss Joe Dante's werewolf classic The Howling.

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The First Omen, the final omen, and everything in between.

Are you ready for a deep dive into the radioactive horrors of HBO's "Chernobyl"? In this extra-long episode, the Well Adjusted Horror crew and their trusty sidekicks Caleb and Luke put on their hazmat suits to explore this historical drama. Strap in, because things are about to get more toxic than the Exclusion Zone!

Topics discussed:

• The gruesome effects of radiation poisoning
• The political horror show of the Soviet system 
• The existential dread that'll make you question everything 
• The incredible attention to detail and tension-building
• The powerhouse performances by Jared Harris, Stellan Skarsgård, and Emily Watson