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On Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob Lamb and Joe McCormick of the Stuff to Blow Your Mind podcast discuss oddball films of every variety, from low-budget schlock and midnight movie classics to bizarre blockbusters and avant-garde surrealism. Join us for a celebration of everything we love about the strangest experiments in cinema history.

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In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss 1953’s “The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms,” a pivotal entry in the history of giant monster movies directed by Eugène Lourié and with effects by the legendary Ray Harryhausen. It stars Paul Hibsch... more

In this classic episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the 1988 mutant housecat horror film "Uninvited," directed by B-cinema icon Greydon Clark and starring George Kennedy, Alex Cord, Clu Gulager, Toni Hudson and Eric Larson. (originally ... more

In memory of the late, great Sam Neill, Rob and Joe devote this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema to John Carpenter's reality-warping 1994 horror film "In the Mouth of Madness," co-starring Julie Carmen and Jürgen Prochnow.

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In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe discuss the bonkers 1984 Wes Craven made-for-TV movie “Invitation to Hell,” starring Robert Urich, Joanna Cassidy and Susan Lucci. (originally published 8/1/2025)

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David Striepe
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Episode: Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Innerspace
Anney Reese
Guest co-host and contributor from Stuff Mom Never Told You and Safer.
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Episode: Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Congo
JJ Pazway
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Former guest host and producer on Weirdhouse Cinema, host of Rusty Needles Record Club
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Episode: Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: A Bucket of Blood

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Rob Lamb
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Joe McCormick
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Typical

    I enjoy this podcast. Good chemistry between hosts, fairly informative.

    Sadly they occasionally need to lean into the normal narrative of ‘American culture, bad.

    Also decided to let overtly racist podcasts to be advertised on their feed. Guess you go along to get along, regardless of the divisive lies they promote.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Zombie Tombie
    United Statesa month ago
  • My favorite podcast

    Joe & Rob have changed my view on these types of movies. I now watch every one prior to listening.

    Weirdhouse is a great podcast that I listen to every day. Ive listened to some episodes 5-6 time. Very enjoyable! Thanks guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hennessysp
    United Statesa year ago
  • I listen to every one

    This podcast has changed my movie watching so much, I love getting all the insight to such strange films I’ve mostly never heard of.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeremyLemos
    United Statesa year ago
  • Perfect For Fans of Obscure Cinema

    A friend who’s a big fan of STBYM told me a few years ago that the show had a weekly episode dedicated to weird movies. I was intrigued and downloaded the most recent episode at the time, which happened to be Thrilling Bloody Sword—a film I’d never heard of. After that first episode, I was hooked. Not only did I love Joe and Rob’s conversation about the movie, but they also introduced me to a wild film I instantly fell for after watching it.

    The biggest reward for me has been discovering new fi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eric Schiermeister
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun look at weird films

    I love the hosts’ fun, positive takes on various weird films of yesteryear.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bewitched Emperor
    United Statesa year ago

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Hosts bring approachable humor and deep film knowledge.
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A vivid mix of love for oddball cinema and insightful analysis.
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Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Brainiac
Q: What makes The Brainiac's design unique?
The creature design combines goblinoid features with elements of a classic devil, marked by hollow eyes, tube-like fingers, and a grotesque appearance.
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: The Brainiac
Q: How sympathetic is the Baron character in The Brainiac?
The Baron walks a fine line between being a wronged man seeking revenge or a truly evil warlock, leaving viewers to question his morality.
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Spookies
Q: Where can you watch Spookies?
Vinegar Syndrome put out an awesome Blu-ray of the movie, especially if you're a hardcore Spookies fan. You can also stream this film via Shudder or AMC.
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Spookies
Q: Does the title, Spookies, refer to the buffet of different kinds of monsters? Are they the titular Spookies?
I guess, I guess so.
Weirdhouse Cinema Rewind: Spookies
Q: What led you to Spookies?
I was familiar with the title, and I had signed up for Shudder to watch a previous film that we had covered.

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A lively deep-dive into offbeat and cult cinema, featuring two hosts who unpack unusual films—from low-budget schlock to bold genre experiments—through humorous, thoughtful dialogue. Episodes balance nostalgic fandom with sharp analysis of production quirks, tonal choices, and cultural impact, often highlighting standout performances, design, and era-specific context. The show probably attracts cinephiles who enjoy nerdy trivia, connections between films, and playful banter, making it a strong fit for listeners who like cult favorites, genre history, and surprising film recommendations.

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