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Puppet Masters / Castle Freaks

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Full Moon Features
Charles Band
Troll
The Dead Want Women
Horror Genre
Empire International Pictures
Eliminators
B-Movies
Delta Delta Die
Troll 2
Vicious Lips
Assault Of the Killer Bimbos
Cannibalism
Prison
Frankenstein Reborn
The Werewolf Reborn
Phil Fondacaro
Albert Pyun
Puppet Master 4
Puppet Master 5

This is the definitive Full Moon Features podcast! Each week, we’re going to watch a different film from Charles Band’s madcap universe of low-budget horror thrillers, encompassing not only the Full Moon films but also the earlier stable of Empire International Pictures and sub-labels like Moonbeam and Torchlight!

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Latest Episodes

Horror streamer and podcaster queerdem0n joins us this week for BAD CGI GATOR, a paragon of truth in advertising if there ever was one. This goofy recent Full Moon joint has a lot of fun with it's fourth-wall breaking concept, but does it go silly en... more

For this special mini bonus episode, we're recounting the magical weekend we spent in the Cleve attending Charles Band's Church of Chills 3 event! We got to meet some old friends face-to-face, watch SUBSPECIES II with a room full of fans, and finally... more

Shot at the tail end of the Tempe era, DEAD AND ROTTING is a nasty little witchcraft thriller that feels tonally far removed from the typical Full Moon fare.  It's a bold and interesting flick with some real talent behind it, including our guest Jeff... more

Doug McCambridge is back on the show for what may be our hardest-to-find movie yet: 1988's CATACOMBS! David Schmoeller's demonic horror film had the misfortune of being completed around the time Empire Films shuttered. It spent years in limbo before ... more

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Doug McCambridge
A third-time guest and co-host of Good Times Great Movies
Good Times Great Movies
Episode: Episode 134: Catacombs (with Doug McCambridge)
Debbie Rochon
B-movie actress known for various genre films including Tromeo & Juliet and multiple Full Moon features.
Episode: Episode 133: BONUS: An Interview with Debbie Rochon
Rachel Reeves
Film journalist and podcaster
Dread Central, Bloody Disgusting, Loser's Club, HALLOWEENIES, Girls On The Boys
Episode: Episode 132: Pulse Pounders (with Rachel Reeves)
Meredith Borders
Senior Editor of Fangoria Magazine and former editorial director of Birth Movies Death
Fangoria Magazine
Episode: Episode 131: Talisman (with Meredith Borders)
Topher Hanson
Actor, director, and editor involved in The Resonator
Full Moon Features
Episode: Episode 130: The Resonator: Miskatonic U (with Topher Hansson)
Corinne Halbert
Ignatz Award nominated creator of the comic book series Acid Nun and Scorpio Venus Rising.
Episode: Episode 129: Evil Bong 2: King Bong / Evil Bong 3D: Wrath of Bong (with Corinne Halbert)
Gena Radcliffe
Co-host of the Kill By Kill podcast, a writer and blogger
Kill By Kill podcast
Episode: Episode 128: Metalstorm: The Destruction of Jared-Syn (with Gena Radcliffe)
Jason Paul Collum
Writer, filmmaker, responsible for October Moon and Assault of the Killer Bees
Episode: Episode 127: BONUS: An Interview with Jason Paul Collum
Denice Duff
Actress known for her roles in the Subspecies franchise
Full Moon Features
Episode: Episode 126: Subspecies 4: Bloodstorm / Vampire Resurrection / Subspecies V: Blood Rise (with Denice Duff)

Hosts

Jarrod Hornbeck
One of the hosts, known for his deep knowledge of horror films, especially those produced by Full Moon Features, and his engaging style that mixes critique with humor.
Steve Guntli
Co-host known for his witty commentary and insights into horror films, with a particular focus on the cult classic genre.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 126 ratings
  • Amazing Podcast

    As a 90’s kid who grew up watching horror, it didn’t get better than Full Moon Entertainment. As an adult in the 2020’s who listens to podcasts about movies, it doesn’t get better than Puppet Masters / Castle Freaks. Jarrod and Steve are both very knowledgeable, well-spoken, and funny. Most podcasts have a few rough episodes starting out until they find their footing, but this show has honestly been high quality from episode 1. It’s so good I hope they find an excuse to keep going after they’ve ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MondayReaper
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun and informative podcast!

    This is a really great podcast for lovers of B-movies! The hosts are very knowledgeable but don’t seem snobby about it. They put a lot of work and preparation in, and it shows. The interview with Barbara Crampton was great! They didn’t just ask the same obvious questions. If you like horror, give these guys a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Trashterpiece
    United States6 months ago
  • Deep dives into the lowest budget movies

    The hosts do some of the deepest dives into the movies I only ever saw the VHS box art for, or caught on USA Network after midnight when I was 10. They have fantastic guests every week where they elucidate all of the behind the scenes connections I never knew about or even could imagine existed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drew Mancini
    United States7 months ago
  • B movies A+ podcast

    Amazing podcast about movies none of my friends have seen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M@164
    United States7 months ago
  • Great cult movie podcast

    These guys are the real deal! I always enjoy their show -Corey from Podcasting After Dark

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Geist01
    United States9 months ago

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Feedback highlights the diverse range of entries discussed, with notable acclaim for guests who bring industry experience.
Listeners note the entertaining and humorous critique of low-budget horror productions and their unique insights.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of niche horror films and the engaging chemistry between the hosts.

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Episode 133: BONUS: An Interview with Debbie Rochon
Q: Do you have a couple of movies that stand out for you as personal favorites?
There are a few in there for all different reasons on the map... For Full Moon, it's tough because I never think to speak about dead and rotting enough and I really should because I think it's a movie that a lot of people really enjoy.
Episode 133: BONUS: An Interview with Debbie Rochon
Q: How did you sort of break into the industry like this?
I really just did three months of extra work on a movie and it being such an important experience for me that I moved to New York and just studied.
Episode 133: BONUS: An Interview with Debbie Rochon
Q: So, Debbie, can you share with us your distinct memories working with Full Moon during that era?
I have very distinct, absolutely, I do. Some movies, yes. But the reason that will happen more likely is if you only spend a day on something. But I have very specific recollections.
Demon in the Bottle (with Cameron Chaney)
Q: What inspired you to collect horror and mystery books as a child?
Cameron shares that his first love was Goosebumps, which led him to discover darker, more adult series such as Fear Street, Point Horror, and Christopher Pike.
Episode 123: Prison of the Dead (with Nathaniel Tolle)
Q: Nathan, where can people find you if they want to check out your stuff?
Nathan mentioned that his books are on Amazon, and he is on Instagram at nathanieltolle.

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A focus on the captivating yet niche world of low-budget horror films drives discussions that combine humor, nostalgia, and critique. Episodes explore a variety of titles from Full Moon Features, as well as directors and actors associated with the genre. The hosts engage with knowledgeable guests, often industry professionals or creators, who share insights about their experiences and the unique production challenges faced in making these films. This podcast combines detailed film discussions with a light-hearted approach, making it entertaining for both passionate fans of the genre and those new to these cult classics.

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4. Meredith Borders
5. Topher Hanson
6. Corinne Halbert
7. Gena Radcliffe
8. Jason Paul Collum

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