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Cult Cinema
Queer Representation
Queerness
Hollywood
Feminism
Horror Films
Cult Movies
David Cronenberg
Body Horror
Tim Burton
Camp
The Fly
Night Of the Demons
A Nightmare On Elm Street
Faye Dunaway
The Craft
Return To Oz
Streets Of Fire
Capitalism
Poltergeist

Join cult leader Peaches Christ & filmmaker Michael Varrati for some hilarious and hardcore audio worship of their favorite cult movies! Each episode focuses on a unique film, filmmaker, performer, or genre and includes special guest stars, super-fans, and surprises befitting midnight movie celebration. Subscribe today and truly become one of the Children of the Pod-corn! Episodes released every o... more

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Nothing’s gonna stop us now! This week, Peaches and Michael are getting their window display just right in celebration of 1987’s MANNEQUIN! In addition to discussing the film’s trailblazing queer portrayal courtesy of the iconic Hollywood Montrose, o... more

Do something dazzling! This week, Peaches and Michael are perfecting their diva impersonations in celebration of 1977’s OUTRAGEOUS and 1987’s TOO OUTRAGEOUS! In addition to discussing why this double feature is absolutely necessary for queer audience... more

Leave your inhibitions at the door! This week, Peaches and Michael are doing up their nails real nice in celebration of 1995’s SHOWGIRLS! In addition to discussing Peaches’ own personal history of fostering the cult via three decades of raucous scree... more

Enter the mind of a killer! This week, Peaches and Michael are enjoying fava beans with a nice chianti in celebration of 1991’s THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS! In addition to discussing the game-changing prestige of this horror classic, our hosts delve int... more

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Cotton Venus
Canadian drag performer and filmmaker
House of Venus/Canada
Episode: Episode 130: Outrageous & Too Outrageous
Jimmy James
Performer known for Marilyn Monroe illusion and Too Outrageous
Drag community
Episode: Episode 130: Outrageous & Too Outrageous
Peter Stickles
Actor-producer, Showgirls devotee and participant in Goddess documentary
Episode: Episode 129: Showgirls
Rena Riffel
Actor, writer, director, Showgirls 2 creator
Episode: Episode 129: Showgirls
Dakota D'Vil
Drag performer and House of DeVille member
House of DeVille
Episode: Episode 128: The Silence of the Lambs
Clea DuVall
Actor and filmmaker
Independent/Film
Episode: Episode 128: The Silence of the Lambs
David M. Booher
Writer, comic book creator, director; obsessive Beetlejuice fan
Independent/Various (Killer Queens, Canto, Ghostbusters work)
Episode: Episode 127: Beetlejuice
Katya Smirnoff-Skyy
Countess, San Francisco drag performer, Sheetal Juice performer
Self/Drag performance circuits (Martuni's, Lipstick video)
Episode: Episode 127: Beetlejuice
Tim Sheridan
Eisner, Ringo and GLAAD Award nominated writer for comics and animated series
Episode: Episode 126: Supergirl

Hosts

Peaches Christ
Co-host of Midnight Mass; host and creator with a strong drag and cult cinema background; known for queer-centered, camp-infused discussions.
Michael Varrati
Co-host of Midnight Mass; filmmaker and writer with deep expertise in horror and cult cinema, providing critique and contextual storytelling.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 414 ratings
  • Essential Listening

    As a horror writer Midnight Mass has become an essential listen for all things horror and cult. The unique critic they platform provides such insight not only into film but our culture, our lives, and media’s place therein.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goblin Archives
    United States18 days ago
  • Great show!

    I love how the hosts are able to bring scholarly analysis and insightful guests together with the pure glee of being a cult movie fan.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BThomasN
    United Statesa month ago
  • Gross

    Awful show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WesCravenFan2000
    United States3 months ago
  • Yay!

    Recently found this podcast and I’m so glad! I enjoy the hosts and content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Possum4488
    United States5 months ago
  • Best pod ever

    I love this podcast, it is so cool hearing different perspectives on movies i love, peaches and michael are so knowledgeable and I really love both of their voices as well

    All in all, my favorite podcast to listen to, when i get a little more money to throw around, i absolutely will be subscribing to their patreon

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshleyRusinek
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners praise the hosts' deep knowledge of cult cinema and their engaging, humorous dynamic.
Show fans highlight strong community and thoughtful discussions that illuminate why cult titles endure.
Guests are consistently described as insightful and diverse, enhancing episode quality.

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#249
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Apple Podcasts
#230
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Episode 128: The Silence of the Lambs
Q: When did you discover Silence Of The Lambs and what was your initial reaction?
Dakota discusses discovering it in her teens and being struck by the performances and the film's human depth, while Clea reflects on finding it as a queer viewer and how it shaped her sense of cinema and representation.
Episode 123: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Q: How has your relationship with Rocky Horror changed over the years?
The love grows for me all the time. I've never been threatened by the fact that people associate me mostly with that. I'm just glad, you know, I should be so lucky that I'm associated with anything.
Episode 123: The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Q: What continues to surprise you about this movie?
I'm surprised that we are still celebrating a film that was made five decades ago. The new generations we are into, I thought it was our fourth, but I think we're actually into our fifth generation of fans.
Episode 122: Violent Night
Q: What do you think the ongoing Christmas appeal of this movie will be?
The success of the film lies in its crowd-pleasing elements, energetic execution, and the blend of action with holiday charm, making it a thrilling watch for Christmas gatherings.
Episode 122: Violent Night
Q: What's the draw? When did you discover that you loved holiday films?
Alonso shares his evolving love for Christmas movies stemming from childhood, influenced by family traditions and the excitement of the season.

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What is Midnight Mass about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, entertainment-forward exploration of cult cinema and its cultural echoes, delivered with a playful, queer-informed lens. Episodes center on one film or figure at a time, featuring a rotating roster of guests—from writers and filmmakers to actors and performers—who bring insider anecdotes, production stories, and deep-cuts about the movie's impact. The show consistently pairs enthusiastic hosts with energetic guests, creating insightful debates around camp, fandom, and the evolving significance of cult titles across decades. A standout is the hosts' willingness to tackle sensitive topics (queerness, capitalism, representation) through passionate, often humorous conversations, with a strong emphasis on performance, design, and commun... more

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2. Jimmy James
3. Peter Stickles
4. Rena Riffel
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6. Clea DuVall
7. David M. Booher
8. Katya Smirnoff-Skyy

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