Episode 32 - Cry-Baby & the Birth of the Trashy Teen Dream

Episode 37 - The Exorcist Film Legacy & Exorcistic Rock Musical Interview with Emma Hunton

This week on The Video & Vinyl Club, we’re diving into one of the most infamous horror films of all time—The Exorcist(1973). From its groundbreaking storytelling and shocking special effects to the eerie real-life myths surrounding the production, we’ll trace how this film became both a cultural phenomenon and a cinematic landmark. But the devil takes many forms… including Broadway. Enter Exorcistic: The Musical Parody, a darkly hilarious stage production that reimagines possession with camp, music, and a heavy dose of comedy. We’ll explore how horror and humor collide when the sacred gets turned into a showstopper with the incomparable Emma Hunton (Spring Awakening, Good Trouble), who stars in Exorcistic. Emma takes us behind the curtain to share what it’s like to embody such an iconic role in parody form, how she balances horror and humor on stage, and why this show has audiences both screaming and laughing. From pea soup to power ballads, this episode has it all—because sometimes the best exorcism is a musical number.

Episode 36 - Spinning Through Time: The history of Vinyl Records

In this deep-dive episode, Erin and Emmy guide you through the rich legacy of vinyl records - from their tinfoil-cylinder origins to their post-pandemic renaissance. From World War I to Walmart exclusives, they cover the birth of the LP, Shellac vs. Vinyl, why WWII made records boom, what the heck is an EP?, their favorite records and trivia you didn't know.

Episode 35 - From McFly to Wolf Guy: Michael J. Fox’s Other 1985 Hit, Teen Wolf

In this episode of The Video & Vinyl Club, we howl back to 1985 with a deep dive into the cult classic Teen Wolf, starring the unstoppable Michael J. Fox. Fresh off the success of Back to the Future, Fox took on the role of Scott Howard—an awkward teen who discovers he's a werewolf... and suddenly becomes the most popular guy in school. We unpack the film’s unique blend of horror, humor, and high school angst, explore the behind-the-scenes production chaos, weird casting facts, and why Fox was not a fan of the film. Plus, we talk about the synth-heavy soundtrack, 80s teen movie tropes, and how Teen Wolf clawed its way into pop culture history. 🛼 Break out the basketball shorts and get ready to boogie on top of a van—this one's a wild ride. #TeenWolf #MichaelJFox #80sMovies #TheVideoAndVinylClub #FilmPodcast #80sSoundtrack #CultClassics #WerewolfMovies #MovieNerdsUnite

Episode 33 - Lupine Legends: The History of Werewolves in Film & Folklore (Audio Only)

From the chilling forests of Eastern Europe to the silver screen's full moons, this episode of The Video & Vinyl Club sinks its teeth into the myth and movie magic of werewolves. We trace the hairy history from medieval folklore and lycanthropic legends to Hollywood's shape-shifting icons - The Wolf Man, An American Werewolf in London, Ginger Snaps, Twilight, and beyond.  We also howl about how the werewolf myth reflects our darkest fears: transformation, repression, rage, and desire. Plus, what does your favorite werewolf movie say about the era it came from?  Get ready for monsters, metaphors, and maybe a few moonlit musical picks along the way. Hit play, and beware the full moon...  #FilmPodcast #PopCulturePodcast #WerewolfMovies #ClassicHorror #Lycanthropy #WerewolfLore

Episode 32 - Cry-Baby & the Birth of the Trashy Teen Dream

This week on The Video and Vinyl Club, we're diving into the deliriously campy world of John Waters' 1990 cult classic Cry-Baby. Long before Johnny Depp donned blades in Edward Scissorhands, he was the pouty, tear-dropping bad boy of Baltimore in this rockabilly fever dream that came out just nine months before Tim Burton's iconic film. We talk about the film’s satirical take on teen rebellion, its razor-sharp parody of 1950s melodrama, and how Waters' vision flipped mainstream Hollywood on its head. Oh, and did we mention Iggy Pop plays Cry-Baby’s bath-loving hillbilly grandpa? Because of course he does. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of Waters’ filth and flair or just discovering this Technicolor teen nightmare, join us for a ride full of leather jackets, motorcycle rumbles, and high-voltage musical numbers. Press play, shed a single tear, and let’s get weird. #CryBaby #JohnWaters #JohnnyDepp #IggyPop #CultClassic #Rockabilly #EdwardScissorhands #CampCinema #PodcastRecommendation #TheVideoAndVinylClub