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The Monsters That Made Us

Dan Colón and Mike Manzi
Dracula
Renfield
The Scorpion King: Book Of Souls
Universal Studios Classic Monsters
Universal Monsters
The Invisible Man
The Last Voyage Of the Demeter
Fang Of Anubis
Wolf Man
Nosferatu
The Titanic
Alien
Abigail
Universal Studios
Ancient Egypt
Horror Genre
Bram Stoker's Dracula
Hammer Film Productions
Golem
Dark Universe

Welcome to The Monsters That Made Us! Join “The Invisible Dan" Colón and “Monster Mike" Manzi as they celebrate all of the SPOOKTACULAR characters and films in the Universal Studios Classic Monsters series.

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Latest Episodes

Happy Halloween! “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are back with a brand new season of monster goodness! This time, they’re turning the clocks back to the 1930s to examine the humble beginnings of one of the most iconic horror houses in cinema h... more

In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” come howling back for one last episode to close out Season 2 of The Monsters That Made Us! Join them as they dig into Leigh Whannell’s reinvention of the Wolf Man, along with all the new mytholo... more

In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” are hunting a ballerina vampire as they discuss 2024’s Abigail! Join them as they dive into all the gory details about the incredible ensemble cast (including plenty of gushing about Dan Stevens... more

All aboard! In this episode, “The Invisible Dan” and “Monster Mike” set sail for England on the ill-fated merchant ship, Demeter. Join them as they discuss The Last Voyage of the Demeter‘s long road to production, from its conception in the early ’90... more

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Recent Guests

Jakob Skrzypa
Filmmaker and co-writer, producer of Vampire Zombies from Space
Episode: Jakob Skrzypa (Interview)

Hosts

Dan Colón
Host of the show, passionate about classic horror films and insightful discussion, often bringing a mix of humor and analysis to the conversations.
Mike Manzi
Co-host known for his engaging commentary and enthusiasm for horror lore, providing in-depth insights along with entertaining banter.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • Keep them coming!

    Love the podcast!! Enjoyed the Universal monsters shows . The Wolfman remake I felt was pretty good. Can’t wait for Hammer monsters reviews. Take care guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bent Hardin
    United Statesa year ago
  • Movie Recommendation

    Great Podcast! Will you guys review The Monster Squad?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookingwithmichael
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I’ve been looking for something to listen to at work and this has been a great fit for me because the episodes are long and I love Universal Monsters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charisse Rose
    United States2 years ago
  • Monster Standard Bearers

    Invisible Dan and Monster Mike bring a professional quality production this show. And this show is about having a fun and informative conversation about monster movies. The reviews and commentary on the actual movies are captivating and the personal stories and experiences are relatable. I’m glad I found this podcast, and I’ll be a repeat listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.Connolly
    United States2 years ago
  • The Monsters That Made Us Podcast

    Dan and Mike are great. This gruesome twosome pack a ton of information and fun into an hour show.

    Their knowledge of the material is only surpassed by their love of the genre.

    Fun, fun, fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kjefranks
    United States2 years ago

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Many find the discussions deepen their appreciation for classic monster films and provide engaging perspectives on their histories.
The podcast's blend of humor and insightful commentary makes it an enjoyable experience for both fans and newcomers to the genre.
Listeners appreciate the informative and entertaining dialogue, particularly praising the hosts' enthusiasm and knowledge of classic horror films.

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Jakob Skrzypa (Interview)
Q: What are the future plans for the film post-festival circuit?
Jakob anticipates potential streaming and physical releases but emphasizes their focus on festivals for now to gain audience appreciation.
Jakob Skrzypa (Interview)
Q: How did you approach creating "Vampire Zombies from Space" in terms of story and jokes?
Initially focused on jokes, he pivoted to ensuring a strong narrative structure with comedy woven in, allowing for engaging character arcs.
Jakob Skrzypa (Interview)
Q: When did you first remember seeing one of these Universal Monster movies, or when did you fall in love with them?
Jakob recalls being introduced to Creature from the Black Lagoon by his father at the age of seven, which sparked his fascination with Universal Monsters, particularly enjoying The Wolf Man.

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