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The Atomic Cult Media Podcast is your guide to the weirdest corners of cinema—and the occasional trip to the multiplex.

We specialize in unearthing obscure movies and cult classics, breaking down the films that time forgot. But we don't just stay in the shadows; we also tackle mainstream hits with the same unique perspective.

If you love movies that challenge the norm, or just want a fresh take on... more

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Wes and Luke reunite to catch up on a month’s worth of movies, games, and physical media. They tackle the controversial Resident Evil 2026 teaser, the final hype-building trailer for Street Fighter, and why "Absolute Batman" feels like a return to 90... more

Wes breaks down the bombshell teaser for Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil (2026). After decades of cinematic missteps, is a 90-minute claustrophobic gauntlet the "Third Way" we've been waiting for? We discuss why ditching the main game protagonists is a ... more

Wes breaks down Damian McCarthy’s latest Irish folk horror, Hokum. We discuss why Adam Scott is the perfect "unlikable" lead, the genius of the "McCarthy Magic Trick," and why practical effects will always beat CGI.

* The polarizing "slow" second a... more

Wes returns to the booth to deconstruct Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026). This isn't your childhood adventure film; it’s a grueling, mean-spirited study in domestic horror and parasitic possession. We discuss why the film feels like an Evil Dead spinoff... more

Wes deconstructs the HBO limited series DTF St. Louis, moving past the "murder mystery" marketing to find the heartbreaking drama beneath. We discuss the incredible chemistry between David Harbour and Jason Bateman, the "Domestic Dread" of Steven Con... more

I finally sat down to watch the 2026 Super Mario Galaxy movie in Dolby, and the "nostalgia hangover" is real. While the visuals and the Yokota-inspired score are breathtaking, the film suffers from a massive identity crisis. In this episode, we perfo... more

In this episode, Wes breaks down the "artfully gross" world of Touch Me (2025). We explore how director Addison Heimann blended early-90s indie comedy wit with extreme Japanese shunga influences to create a body horror film that is as addictive as th... more

Wes returns to the cult trenches to review the 2026 reimagining of the most infamous "dare" movie of all time. After years of production hell and censorship battles, does Daniel Goldhaber’s Faces of Death deliver the goods?

* The Infamy: Why the or... more

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Is Avatar Actually Good? (The Atomic Cult Review)
Q: Does this franchise feel like a movie series to you, or does it feel like a very expensive, very slow moving TV show?
Wes feels it resembles season 3 of a series rather than a standalone film.
Is Avatar Actually Good? (The Atomic Cult Review)
Q: Is James Cameron actually building a mythology here?
The question remains unclear as the film feels like it's remixing familiar elements rather than establishing a new narrative.
Pluribus Season 1 Deep Dive: The HDP Reveal, The "Acebaby" Theory, and That Atom Bomb Ending
Q: Is the Atom Bomb literal or is it a metaphor for something else Carol found?
It's unclear whether the atom bomb is a literal weapon or a metaphor for Carol's decision and discoveries.
Capitalism Is A Horror Movie: No Other Choice (Review)
Q: Is there a moral boundary you wouldn't cross to save your family from poverty?
The film questions if individuals are just a few missed payments away from becoming monstrous.

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What is Atomic Cult Media about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show dives into the fringes of cinema and the gaming-culture crossover, pairing deep-dive film analyses with wide-ranging pop-culture conversations. Across recent episodes, listeners get thoughtful takes on cult classics, under-the-radar releases, and the mechanics of storytelling in both movies and TV to gaming trivia and trailers. The hosts balance enthusiastic nostalgia with sharp theories about endings, character arcs, and franchise directions, often tying in current industry news, new adaptations, and streaming-era trends. A standout vibe is the informal, upbeat banter that makes dense topics approachable, while still offering fresh angles on familiar titles and big-budget hits alike. The format seems especially appealing to viewe... more

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