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SLEAZOIDS

SLEAZOIDS
Family Dynamics
Toronto International Film Festival
Comedy
Film Noir
Vietnam War
Violence In Film
Clint Eastwood
Alien Abduction
Action Movies
Exploitation Films
Death
Noir Films
Body Horror
Los Angeles
Stephen King
Planet Of the Apes
Jack the Ripper
Ufos
Charles Bronson
Invasion Of the Body Snatchers

Welcome fellow SLEAZOIDS!!! Come along as hosts Josh Lewis and Jamie Miller (and, occasionally, guests) go down the rabbit hole of 20th century genre fare from the most influential canon classics to the the trashiest exploitation films we can get our hands on. Each week is a double feature—grindhouse style—where we discuss two films loosely related by subject, genre, actor, filmmaker or franchise ... more

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Hosts Josh and Jamie and special guest programmer Marc Basque (Hear Me Out!) discuss a Jonathan Demme double feature of his colorful and musical screwball rom-com crime-thriller road movie SOMETHING WILD (1986) + his screen adaptation Spalding Gray's... more

Hosts Josh and Jamie and special guest writer-director Alex Russell (LURKER, THE BEAR, BEEF) discuss 90s revisionist westerns co-starring a villainous Gene Hackman with a double feature of Clint Eastwood's iconic, Oscar-winning and deeply weary/melan... more

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Recent Guests

Marc Basque
Writer, film programmer, Hear Me Out projectionist
Hear Me Out (Paradise Theatre, Toronto)
Episode: 435 - SOMETHING WILD (1986) + SWIMMING TO CAMBODIA (1987) ft. Marc Basque
Alex Russell
Co-executive producer and writer for TV shows (The Bear, Beef); filmmaker (Lurker)
The Bear, Beef; Lurker
Episode: 433 - UNFORGIVEN (1992) + THE QUICK AND THE DEAD (1995) ft. Alex Russell
Willow Maclay
Freelance film critic and researcher, author
The Village Voice, Reverse Shot, Film Comment; author of Corpses, Fools, and Monsters
Episode: 431 - PURPLE RAIN (1984) + UNDER THE CHERRY MOON (1986) ft. Willow Catelyn Maclay
Daniel Goldhaber
Director, writer and producer; discussed in intro as guest
Director/Filmmaker
Episode: 429 - FACES OF DEATH (1978) + THE KILLING OF AMERICA (1981) ft. Daniel Goldhaber
Alex Wong
Sports and culture writer (New York Times, ESPN, GQ, Slam)
Various outlets including NYT/ESPN/GQ
Episode: 427 - WHITE MEN CAN'T JUMP (1992) + HE GOT GAME (1998) ft. Alex Wong
Brandon Lim
Graphic designer, writer, editor, and organizer of Black Belt Cinema events
Black Belt Cinema
Episode: 423 - TIGER ON THE BEAT (1988) + TIGER ON THE BEAT II (1990) ft. Brandon Lim
Branson Reese
A comedian and illustrator known for his webcomic Swan Boy and for writing for the Cartoon Network.
Netflix (for the upcoming animated series Strip Law)
Episode: 419 - HEAVY TRAFFIC (1973) + WICKED CITY (1987) ft. Branson Reese
Trace Sauveur
Freelance film critic contributing to Awards Watch and AV Club
Episode: 417 - RINGU (1998) + NOROI: THE CURSE (2005) ft. Trace Sauveur
Hesse Deni
Longtime friend of the pod and co-host of Seeking Derangements and Movie Mindset
Episode: 409 - THE ASPHALT JUNGLE (1950) + ACT OF VIOLENCE (1949) ft. Hesse Deni

Hosts

Josh Lewis
Host of Sleazoids; part of the duo driving the show's explorations of genre cinema.
Jamie Miller
Co-host of Sleazoids; contributes critical perspective and hosts segments.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 625 ratings
  • Yes!

    Yessss

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordan23420
    Germany2 months ago
  • Stone Cold

    Great podcast. Glad you guys like Stone Cold.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rich F 🇧🇪
    United States4 months ago
  • Stone Cold

    I don’t even want you to begin to listen to you two dorks make fun of Stone Cold. You two wouldn’t and couldn’t even begin to imagine being big enough losers to criticize this movie. Why did you dream of being in a position to make fun of this?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rich F 🇧🇪
    United States5 months ago
  • 10/10

    favorite movie-podcast.

    perfect mixture of knowledge, chatter & love for the medium.

    nowhere else will you find such a well curated selection of underrated, obscure or (morbidly) funny movies.

    thank you jamie, josh & their guests for your genuine content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Braxton44
    Germany7 months ago
  • Awesome movie pod

    One of my favorite movie pods! Found the hosts through Letterboxd and glad that I started listening. The Patreon price is a little steep, but they release four 2-3 (sometimes 5!) hour episodes that are in depth and covering new movies, classics, and older gems. It’s always enjoyable to watch the movies and listen afterwards, regardless of the level of sleaze. Highly recommended.

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    5
    Jaismnsnsknsnsmskbx
    United Statesa year ago

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Great deep dives into obscure and cult films; hosts pair thoughtful analysis with lively banter.
Patreon content is a solid bonus for devoted fans, though some listeners want more free episodes.
Hosts' passion for genre cinema shines through; guests add valuable expertise and diverse viewpoints.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

427 - WHITE MEN CAN'T JUMP (1992) + HE GOT GAME (1998) ft. Alex Wong
Q: What were Spike Lee and Ron Shelton aiming to achieve with the sports sequences, and how did they differ?
Shelton leans into a grounded, ritualistic portrayal of street basketball with slow-motion photography that celebrates the sport's culture, while Spike Lee uses operatic music, montage, and documentary-like depth to critique the industry's exploitation and celebrate the sport's beauty.
427 - WHITE MEN CAN'T JUMP (1992) + HE GOT GAME (1998) ft. Alex Wong
Q: How did casting influence the performances of Snipes and Harrelson versus other potential leads?
The hosts note that Snipes's natural charisma and athletic background shaped a more kinetic performance, while Harrelson's warmth and humor balanced him; they discuss how Denzel might have altered the dynamic if cast, but agree Snipes and Harrelson uniquely anchor the film's energy.
407 - COFFY (1973) + SET IT OFF (1996) ft. Jayson Buford
Q: What two films have you brought with you this week, and why did you pair these two together?
I have Coffy and I have Set It Off. Two films about systemic injustices in ghetto communities and black communities. Both take place in Los Angeles.
Interview - Christian Gudegast (DEN OF THIEVES, DEN OF THIEVES 2: PANTERA)
Q: We’d actually like to start with your journey kind of leading up to Den Of Thieves.
I can tell you the first one I really remember was Jaws, and then like Kentucky Fried Movie, and then Woody Allen, Manhattan, Raging Bull.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SLEAZOIDS

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

SLEAZOIDS dives into 20th-century genre cinema with two hosts who pair two thematically linked films per episode, delivering in-depth analysis, production trivia, and thoughtful comparisons between classics and exploitation fare. The show blends scholarly cinephilia with playful banter and often features guests who contribute varied perspectives on film, animation, and cult favorites. Notable is the duo's focus on craft—cinematography, sound design, and era-specific tropes—delivered through approachable, enthusiast-driven conversations that appeal to genre geeks and curious newcomers alike. The format's double-feature structure, plus occasional guest appearances and Patreon content, makes it a distinctive, energetic hub for fans of cult, ho... more

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1. Marc Basque
2. Alex Russell
3. Willow Maclay
4. Daniel Goldhaber
5. Alex Wong
6. Brandon Lim
7. Branson Reese
8. Trace Sauveur

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