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Neon Brainiacs (A Retro Horror Movie Podcast)

Neon Brainiacs
Horror Movies
Halloween
Vampires
Horror Films
Neon Brainiacs
Christmas
Scream
Sugar Ray
Black Christmas
Action Movies
Patreon
Jaws
Urban Legend
Underworld
Fear
Bill Paxton
Horror Genre
Tales From the Crypt
Don't Go In the Woods
Candyman

Neon Brainiacs is a comedy podcast about retro horror movies with your hosts, and independent filmmakers, Ben and Lance (and former co-host Gregg). Your heroes break down the movie's plot, remember the good times, and get lost in plenty of humorous diversions. We love to engage with our audience, and hope you're willing to be in on the joke. While we do a play-by-play of the movie, this show is ta... more

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Latest Episodes

The Last Ride You'll Ever Take...

A new Patreon Pick month continues with a pick from our Patron (and former guest) Jordan Sloan: DARK RIDE (2006).

A group of college friends takes a Halloween road trip that leads them to an abandoned amusement p... more

Raise some hell.

A new Patreon Pick month continues with a pick from our Patron K Jewell: PET SEMETARY TWO (1992).

In a quiet town with a dangerous secret, two boys stumble upon a place where death doesn't have to be permanent. What begins as an ... more

The most seductive evil of all time has now been unleashed in ours.

A new Patreon Pick month BEGINS! We start with a pick from our Patron Rachel: DRACULA 2000 (2000).

A group of high-tech thieves breaks into a heavily guarded London vault, accide... more

The lucky ones die first.

Re-MAY-kes concludes with THE HILLS HAVE EYES (2006).

While on a road trip, a family is forced off the main highway and ends up isolated in a desolate stretch of desert. Their situation turns terrifying when they discove... more

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Recent Guests

Kay Jewell
Discord community member who selected Pet Sematary Two for Patreon month
Discord community member
Episode: 456 - Pet Semetary Two (1992)
Dominic Scarano
First-time guest, musician with bands Varkan and Boogie Man
Independent musician (Varkan, Boogie Man)
Episode: 447 - Hellraiser 3: Hell on Earth (1992)
Ami Dolenz
Actor, Jenny in Pumpkinhead II
Pumpkinhead II Blood Wings cast
Episode: 445 - Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings (1993)
Linnea Quigley
Actor, featured in Pumpkinhead II
Pumpkinhead II Blood Wings cast
Episode: 445 - Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings (1993)
Kane Hodder
Actor, appeared in Pumpkinhead II cock fight scene
Pumpkinhead II Blood Wings cast
Episode: 445 - Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings (1993)
Soleil Moon Frye
Actor, Pumpkin Brewster
Pumpkinhead II Blood Wings cast
Episode: 445 - Pumpkinhead 2: Blood Wings (1993)
James B.
A long-time patron with an internet presence, known for his project 'The Weird Part of 2B'
Episode: 428 - Frailty (2001)
Amanda Waltz
Writer and contributor to Pittsburgh City Paper
Pittsburgh City Paper
Episode: 426 - Final Destination 2 (2003)
John Guinane
Prolific filmmaker in Pittsburgh, Emmy nominated, worked on numerous projects.
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: 422 - Frankenhooker (1990)

Hosts

Ben
Host with deep knowledge of film plots, production notes, and retro horror enthusiasm.
Lance
Co-host, provides production history context and the Shpiel segments.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 392 ratings
  • Love the show and I assure you, you won’t be…

    …wasting YOUR TYYYYYYMMMMEEE…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John (Not that John)
    United States4 months ago
  • Illest

    The illest

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J. Cornelius Fox
    United States5 months ago
  • Great show

    This is probably one of my favorite podcasts at least in my top 5 possibly even 3. Although I’m here for the movie talk, they also talk about music, have meaningful conversations (nostalgic stuff), and chat about other sub-genres. “The Shining” episode might be one of my favorites. Keep up the great work dudes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kjewell97
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Every Wednesday I look forward to a new episode from these guys, each episode is a fun time, and really makes my day much more enjoyable. They’re both really funny and I leave each episode knowing something new about some of my favorite movies that I didn’t know before.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pantone223
    United States6 months ago
  • Neon Brainiacs rules 🤘🏼

    I have listened to tons of podcasts about my favorite three franchise (friday,halloween,nightmare). Thats how i came across this podcast. Being a complesionist i started listening from the first espisode and working my way up. Theres lots of movies i havent seen and thanks to you guys im discovering new titles amd enjoying them. Neon Brainiacs isn't reinventing the wheel by any means but they bring a different perspective on podcasting and movie reviews . I abolutelly love Ben's impersonnations ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christ_Scvm
    United States7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience appreciates community engagement and guest variety.
Listeners praise strong host chemistry and banter.
Fans love the mix of retro horror analysis and trivia.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

422 - Frankenhooker (1990)
Q: If you could be cast as an extra in any movie made in your lifetime, which movie are you going with?
I would go with Can't Hardly Wait because I would have been an eighth grader in that movie.
412 - Friday The 13th (2009)
Q: What is the weirdest trivia fact you know?
Bill Murray showed up on set of Ghostbusters starving, having just come from filming The Razor's Edge, and requested some donuts to fatten up for his role.
394 - Blade (1998)
Q: What do you know about the production of Blade and its representation themes?
The production features diverse teams both in front and behind the camera, highlighting the importance of representation in the film, especially given its era.
391 - The Guyver (1991)
Q: What CGI in a horror movie has really not aged well?
A lot of late 90s and early 2000s CGI, like in Anaconda and Lawnmower Man, haven't aged well.
374 - Once Bitten (1985)
Q: In 1998's Vampires, who was John Carpenter's first choice for the roles eventually played by James Woods and Daniel Baldwin?
The first choice was Bruce Campbell and Kurt Russell.

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What is Neon Brainiacs about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, nostalgia-tinged deep dive into retro horror with a heavy emphasis on film history, production trivia, and playful banter. Episodes mix beat-by-beat plot breakdowns with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, audience interaction, and a steady stream of pop culture tangents. Notable strengths include strong host chemistry between two long-running voices, a recurring “Shpiel” segment that layers production context, and a willingness to explore cult classics and overlooked titles with infectious enthusiasm. The show also leans into audience involvement via Patreon and live chats, which helps drive a loyal community of genre fans and aspiring guests.

Listeners likely enjoy candid, humorous takeaways on classic horror, plus accessible prod... more

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2. Dominic Scarano
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