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DieCast Movie Podcast

Steven Turek
Monster Bash
Puppet Master Series
Hammer Films
Marshmallow
House Of Abraham
Robert Redford
Puppet Master
Peter Cushing
Animation
Bone Face
Dracula
The Thing
Night Of the Living Dead
Horror Movies
The Thing From Another World
Disney
Horror Films
Planet Of the Vampires
Christopher Lee
Vincent Price

Join Ben, Mikaela, and Steven as they review movies. The person who picks the movie and the genre that they have to choose from is decided by the roll of a die. The genres are action, drama, horror, musicals, animation, comedy, and fantasy/science fiction. In addition to reviews, we also interview people involved with the making of movies. We hope that you enjoy the variety that we are bringing to... more

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Latest Episodes

453 The Green Slime (1968) & Monster Bash Film Festival 2026 Preview w/Mike Weatherford

Steven is joined by writer, Mike Weatherford, to talk about the upcoming Monster Bash Film Festival, and 1968's Green Slime. Mike will be a vender at the festiva... more

452 Watch the Skies (2005) w/Casey Knoll

Steven is joined by artist and writer, Casey Knoll, to discuss the 2005 documentary, Watch the Skies! Please visit Casey’s website to learn more about her!

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451 Hammerama Ep. 36 - The Plague of the Zombies

Welcome to Hammerama!

Hammerama is a subsidiary series of the DieCastMovie Podcast. Please join Alistair Hughes and Steven Turek as they analyze the wonderful movies of Hammer Films, from opposite e... more

450 Dan Curtis: The Dark Shadow Era w/Dr. Jeff Thompson

Steven is lucky to have Dr. Jeff Thompson joins us on the show to talk about the great Dan Curtis! We focus on the Dark Shadows part of his career on this episode. Dr. Thompson has written num... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jeff Thompson
Professor of English at Tennessee State University; author of The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis, House of Dan Curtis, Nights of Dan Curtis
Tennessee State University
Episode: 450 Dan Curtis: The Dark Shadow Era w/Dr. Jeff Thompson
Derek M. Koch
Host/producer at Bride of Monster Kid Radio and Monster Kid Radio; Italian cinema and Argoman expert
Bride of Monster Kid Radio; Monster Kid Radio
Episode: 449 Argoman the Fantastic Superman (1967) w/Derek M. Koch
Erik Grayson
restoration expert known as Dr. Film, discusses The King of the Kongo restoration
Dr. Film / drfilm.net
Episode: 447 The King of the Kongo (1929) w/Erik Grayson
Scott Plissken
Guest on the show, a regular on the podcast and a known commentator
DieCast Movie Podcast
Episode: 446 Black Dragon's Revenge (1975) w/Scott Plissken
Juan Ortiz
Guest expert on Mexican monster cinema
B-Movie Cast
Episode: 445 The Scarlet Fox: Hanged Man's Revenge with Juan Ortiz
Jim Storm
Actor known for Dark Shadows and Night of Dark Shadows
Actor
Episode: 444 Jim Storm Interview
Kevin Slick
Singer, songwriter, former teacher, film buff
Episode: 443 The Electric Horseman (1979) Robert Redford Retrospective Part 9 w/Kevin Slick
Jeff Clark
Guest from Cinema Forever
Cinema Forever
Episode: 442 Auntie Mame (1958) w/Jeff Clark
Nic Brown
Writer, podcaster, and guest; from the B-Movie Cast
B-Movie Cast
Episode: 440 Dragonslayer (1981) w/Nic Brown

Hosts

Steven Turk
Host of the DieCast Movie Podcast
Stephen Turk
Host of the DieCast Movie Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Became a favorite quickly

    This podcast quickly contain a favorite for me after just a few episodes. I’m now trying to make my way through The entire series. This is also one of my rare podcast favorites for which I will likely listen to certain episodes multiple times. I like the fact that the host Steve and his different guests, will discuss a very wide range of movies in different genres. And the clever way they choose which movie is they literally roll a die, and that chooses which genre and then they choose a movie i... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shakurav1
    United States3 years ago
  • The Hardest Working Man in Podcasting!

    What started as a movie review podcast has grown to include amazing celebrity interviews and a sub-cast (?) called Hammerama. Listen to one interview with Mr. Turek and you’ll be amazed how he connects with his guests. He seems to surprise even them with his in-depth knowledge of their careers. Terrific!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kcvidkid
    United States4 years ago
  • A Welcome And Important Resource For Film Fans!

    What started out as a great and heartwarming podcast with Steven and his kids, Ben and Michaela, has grown into a polished, well researched and welcome addition to the film review community at large and the Monster Kid community as well.

    Steven's interviews with the stars and creators of yesteryear and more recent films, are important, as we need to get their stories captured and told to a new audience.

    Highly recommended podcast for film buffs of all ages and genres!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willmize
    United States4 years ago
  • The Turek Family Joins The Podcast Community

    Mr. Steve Turek, familiar voice from Monster Kid Radio and The Classic Horrors Club Podcast, has officially joined the podcast community along with his son Ben and daughter Mikaela. Steve knows his movies and now we get to hear from his children and their varying opinions. The format is unique, offering a variety of films chosen by a roll of the die. Awesome start and I look forward to more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RichC67
    United States7 years ago

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Many comment on the engaging, knowledgeable hosting and strong interviews.
Fans appreciate the die-roll format as a fun, unpredictable way to pick films and genres.
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450 Dan Curtis: The Dark Shadow Era w/Dr. Jeff Thompson
Q: What was Dan Curtis's start like, and how did he transition into creating Dark Shadows?
He began in show business as a salesman of reruns and later moved into producing sports programs before pivoting to scripted serials; the idea for Dark Shadows came from a dream and was nurtured by a team that included Art Wallace, with Curtis gradually surrounding himself with collaborators who could realize his grand gothic vision.
445 The Scarlet Fox: Hanged Man's Revenge with Juan Ortiz
Q: Has the director been named Rafael Balladon?
Yes, Rafael Balladon was the director for this movie, though Chano Urieta was heavily involved as producer and advisor.
444 Jim Storm Interview
Q: What got you started to want to be an actor?
He explains how a childhood fascination with theater, the encouragement of his mother, and early theater work led him to pursue acting seriously, followed by a path through regional theater to New York and eventually television. The decision was reinforced by mentors who emphasized education, discipline, and craft.
447 The King of the Kongo (1929) w/Erik Grayson
Q: What were the biggest challenges in restoring The King of the Kongo, and how did you assemble the best possible cut from disparate sources?
The restoration involved stitching together 16mm negatives, 35mm positives, and surviving sound discs, often from different generations and stocks. We had to synchronize discs with reels, replace missing dialogue with lip-reading when necessary, and even negotiate access to rare stock footage; in the end, the best version required sourcing a 35mm print, negotiating with an owner, and coordinating a multi-year, multi-institution effort to recreate as complete a cut as possible.
447 The King of the Kongo (1929) w/Erik Grayson
Q: For listeners not familiar with serials, can you give a brief overview of how serials were released and how The King of the Kongo fits into that history?
Serials were shown in weekly installments with cliffhangers that kept audiences returning to the theater; King of the Kongo, released in 1929, used the standard structure of multiple chapters where sound segments were interspersed with silent portions. It was an early part-talkie attempt for a jungle-adventure serial, and its production context shows how studios blended stock footage, on-set shooting, and newly introduced sound technology under tight budgets.

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What is DieCast Movie Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends thoughtful film reviews with deep dives into classic and genre cinema, often tying historic context and filmmaking craft to modern perspectives. Episodes frequently feature interviews with actors, directors, historians, and genre specialists, offering behind-the-scenes anecdotes, production trivia, and discussions of influence across eras. A standout feature is the die-roll mechanic that decides the movie and genre, which keeps topically diverse selections—from horror and sci‑fi to musicals and action—consistently fresh and accessible for both casual listeners and cinephiles. Noteworthy is the guest roster, which leans toward filmmakers, critics, and genre historians, delivering expert context and entertaining storytelling ... more

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7. Kevin Slick
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