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Dead Air: Episode 44 - Knights Of Badassdom (2014)

"Tis About To Get Medieval Up In Here..."

Welcome back to the Dead Air Horror & Genre Podcast; brought to you by GenreWatch,The Liberal Dead, and Doc Terror!

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and James (@DrJimmyTerror) get their dungeon guides out and don their favorite LARPing costumes for a review of Joe Lynch's long-delayed flick, Knights Of Badassdom.

First, the guys talk a bit about some of the other, more recent films that they've been watching, giving you mini-reviews of the following:

Next, it's on to the featured review of
Knights Of Badassdom...

Why did the movie take so long to get released? How different is the movie from the version that Joe Lynch intended? Why will Jeff watch anything with Steve Zahn?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... There are no spoilers here, so you can listen without fear.

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Direct download: DeadAir-044-KnightsOfBadassdom.mp3
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 Dead Air: Episode 43 - RoboCop (2014)

Welcome back to the Dead Air Horror & Genre Podcast; brought to you by GenreWatch,The Liberal Dead, and Doc Terror!

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and James (@DrJimmyTerror) get over their Robo-Phobia and tackle Director José Padilha's remake of RoboCop.

First, the guys talk a bit about some of the other, more recent films that they've been watching, giving you mini-reviews of the following:

Next, it's on to the featured review of
RoboCop...

Why is the Internet up in arms about this particular remake? Do the guys think that you should give it a shot? Why is today's PG-13 the same as yesterday's R-rating? 

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... There are no spoilers her., so you can listen without fear.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to lleave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to order RoboCop (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of RoboCop, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-043-RoboCop2014.mp3
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Dead Air: Episode 42 - Haunter (2013)
Welcome back to the Dead Air Horror & Genre Podcast; brought to you by GenreWatch, The Liberal Dead, and Doc Terror!

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and James (@DrJimmyTerror) get back to business to review the latest film from Director Vincenzo Natali, Haunter.
First, the guys talk a bit about some of the other, more recent films that they've been watching, giving you mini-reviews of the following:

Next, it's on to the featured review of Haunter...
Will James let his inner goth teenager out? Why do people seem to be so "meh" about the film? Why do the guys think it's worth your time?
All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for the very last section, so you can listen without fear.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to order Haunter (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Haunter, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-042-Haunter.mp3
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Dead Air: Episode 41 - The Best Genre Films Of 2013

Welcome back for the long awaited return of the Dead Air Horror & Genre Podcast; brought to you by GenreWatch, The Liberal Dead, and Doc Terror!

This week on the show, your host Jeff Konopka (@Jeff_FOTD) is reunited with his co-hosts, Shawn Savage (@TheLiberalDead), and James Harris (@DrJimmyTerror) to take an in-depth look back at 2013 and look forward at what's coming in 2014!
 
The guys discuss all sorts of stuff, including the following:
 
  • Their least favorite genre films of 2013
  • Their Top Ten genre films of 2013
  • Their favorite non-genre films of 2013
  • What they are excited for in 2014
  • And lots more!
     
Don't worry, there are NO SPOILERS this week... However, there is lots of witty banter, ridiculousness, and lots of movie talk (and some NyQuil abuse).

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to order any of the titles we discussed on this show? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and to help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of this episode, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-041-BestOf2013.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 11:30am EDT
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Dead Air: Episode 40 - Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones (2014)

"You're One Of Us Now.

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by special guest Kirk Haviland (@MovieJunkieTO) from Movie Junkie TO's Entertainment Fix to review the latest film in the PARANORMAL ACTIVITY franchise, Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones.

Where are Shawn and James? Is the movie really as bad as everyone wants it to be? Is this a spinoff, a sequel, or a prequel? Is the franchise headed in the right direction? Oh, and how does Kirk completely change Jeff's view of the film in the Spoilers section?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for the very last section, so you can listen without fear.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to order Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Paranormal Activity: The Marked Ones, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-040-ParanormalActivityTheMarkedOnes.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 9:41pm EDT
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Dead Air: Episode 39 - Curse Of Chucky (2013)

"Be Afraid. Be Effing Afraid."

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by special guest Chris Williams (@Exorcast) from the Exorcast podcast to review the latest film in the CHILD'S PLAY franchise, Curse Of Chucky.

How big is Chris' beard? Is this movie really a return to the straight forward horror of the first few films? How drunk does Jeff get?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for the very last section, so you can listen without fear.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to order Curse Of Chucky (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Curse Of Chucky, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-039-CurseOfChucky.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 10:00am EDT
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Dead Air: Episode 38 - Insidious: Chapter 2 (2013)

"It Will Take What You Love Most."

This week on the show, Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Shawn (@TheLiberalDead) head back into the Further to tackle Director James Wan's latest horror film, Insidious: Chapter 2. Join them for a full review of the film, in-depth discussion of its themes and James Wan's career. and more!

How many extra pairs of pants should you bring to the theater? What the hell is up with James Wan and creepy old ladies and kids' toys? Why is Shawn terrified of walkers? How does the movie compare to to its predecessor? More importantly, is it worth your time and money?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for the very last section, so you can listen without fear.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to pre-order Insidious: Chapter 2 (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Insidious: Chapter 2, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-038-InsidiousChapter2.mp3
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Dead Air: Episode 37 - The World's End (2013)

"Prepare to Get Annihilated."

This week on the show, James is on vacation, but Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Shawn (@TheLiberalDead) are joined once again by special guest Heather (@VDA_Net), the mad genius behind Viewer Discretion Advised, to dive deep into the latest film from Edgar Wright, The World's End! Included is a full review of the film and an in-depth discussion about it.

Is this really the last in a trilogy? How does the film match up to expectations? Why is it better to watch movies with bikers? Most importantly, should you see the movie?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for last.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to pre-order The World's End (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of The World's End, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-037-TheWorldsEnd.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 4:40pm EDT
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Dead Air: Episode 36 - You're Next (2011)

"Did You Remember To Lock Your Door?"

This week on the show, James and Shawn are on vacation, but Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) is joined by special guest Heather (@VDA_Net), the mad genius behind Viewer Discretion Advised, to dive deep into the much anticipated film from Adam Wingard, You're Next! Included is a full review of the film and an in-depth discussion about the hype surrounding it.

Was it worth the two year wait? What, exactly, is the "O" word that drives Heather nuts (get your mind out of the gutter!)? What does social anxiety have to do with the movie theater? More importantly, does Ti West really like the smell of his own farts?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet... The first part of the show is spoiler-free, and all of the revealing stuff is left for last.

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to pre-order You're Next (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of You're Next, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-036-YoureNext.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 2:10pm EDT
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Dead Air: Episode 35 - Elysium (2013)

"It's Better Up There."

This week on the show, James is mysteriously missing, but Jeff (@Jeff_FOTD) and Shawn (@TheLiberalDead) dig into politics and Director Neill Blomkamp's sophomore feature, Elysium! Included is a full review of the film and an in-depth discussion of the current controversy surrounding it and its box office and critical reception.

Is it as good as DISTRICT 9? Why are the politicians super pissed off about it? Why does Matt Damon always look like Matt Damon? More importantly, how difficult is it to pronounce Sharlto Copley's name, and how sweet is his beard?

All of these burning questions will be answered... Oh, and don't worry if you haven't watched it yet. Tonight's show is a spoiler-free affair, with the revealing stuff left for last...

If streaming isn't your thing, you may Download the MP3 Directly here or Subscribe Via iTunes.

iTunes listeners: Please take a moment to leave us a rating/review, and we will share it on an upcoming podcast!

Looking to pre-order Elysium (or any other titles we discussed on this show)? Head on over to Amazon for the best prices and help support our show.

And, as always, if you want to drop us a line to let us know what you think of Elysium, or you just want to give us feedback on the podcast in general, please send an email to podcast (at) liberaldead (dot) com.

Direct download: DeadAir-035-Elysium.mp3
Category:Dead Air -- posted at: 11:00am EDT
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