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MONSTER PARTY

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100 episodes
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Date created
2014/01/08
Latest episode
2026/10/28
Average duration
119 min.
Release period
16 days

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What happens when four Comic Con hardened sci-fi/horror fans sit around some microphones, slam down cocktails, and argue about all things monstrous? It's a podcast called Monster Party! You have been warned.

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PUMPKINS!!!
2026/10/28
MONSTER PARTY GETS JACKED! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD bring you a high-spirited Halloween special that is bound to "pump" you up! So, grab your sharpest vegetable knife and be ready to carve out some time for an episode completely dedicated to… PUMPKINS!!! For monster kids of all ages, the orange winter squash known as the pumpkin has been a popular symbol of Halloween. But the connection doesn't end there. Pumpkins and pumpkin-related characters have found their way into movies, TV shows, nursery rhymes, folklore, and more. And various versions of the "Sleepy Hollow" story have helped cement the image of the jack-o'-lantern in the minds of squash-curious people everywhere. Join the MONSTER PARTY gang for a "hosts only" discussion of various aspects of pumpkins in genre pop culture. Is pumpkin carving actually "fun"? Why do the duties of a Pumpkin King require so much singing? Should PETA have gone after Silver Shamrock Masks? Is IT'S THE GREAT PUMPKIN, CHARLIE BROWN folk horror? What did Peter Peter's wife do to deserve such treatment? And does pumpkin spice really make things taste better? HAPPY HALLOWEEN, MONSTER PARTIERS! AND IF THE GREAT PUMPKIN EVER MANAGES TO SHOW UP… RUN!
QUOTE QUAGMIRE 2026!!! With MARK PITTA!
2026/10/14
MONSTER PARTY GIVES YOU ANOTHER TALKING TO!!! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD channel some of their favorite genre stars in this eloquently edifying earful of an episode. It's a word salad with multiple dressings that we're calling… QUOTE QUAGMIRE 2026!!! For the uninitiated, these quote episodes follow a simple format: one of us reads out a quote (or quotes) from a genre film, and the rest of us have to guess which film the quote was plucked from. And luckily for all of you, this game always provides numerous opportunities for dramatic performances, celebrity impersonations, and an ample amount of head-scratching. Joining us for this diabolical dialogue jam is a very longtime friend of the show and a movie fan with a passion that covers a variety of genres. He's an amazing comedian, actor, TV host, and filmmaker whose credits include, THE COMEDY CLUB, DRY BAR COMEDY, DR. KATZ, PROFESSIONAL THERAPIST, MAD ABOUT YOU, 3RD ROCK FROM THE SUN, MORNINGS ON 2, THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JOHNNY CARSON, THE TONIGHT SHOW WITH JAY LENO, and a multitude more Please welcome back, the man with the best hair in the business… MARK PITTA! IT'S A QUOTE QUAGMIRE! NOW, GO GET STUCK!
GORILLA SUITS!!! With AARON LAPLANTE!
2026/09/23
GO APE AN APE! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD go bananas over those simian slip-ons that have transformed actors into the precocious primates we've always loved. MONSTER PARTY is giving up "furries" for "hairies" as we salute… GORILLA SUITS!!! Most monster kids of a certain age have an indelible memory of seeing an actor in a gorilla suit featured in a ton of classic horror and comedy films. In fact, many of you may have been surprised when you saw your first real-life gorilla and thought, "That's not what chased The Three Stooges!" But despite the fact that gorilla costumes didn't always achieve 100% realism, there was always a certain charm attached to seeing these awesome animal impersonators. In this episode, we dig deep into the multitude of films and TV shows featuring gorilla suits and the talented performers who brought them to life. Actors like Charles Gemora, who created gorilla costumes and appeared in such classic films as Island of Lost Souls and Murders in the Rue Morgue; George Barrows, who played Ro-man in Robot Monster, as well as gorillas in TV shows and films like The Addams Family, The Beverly Hillbillies, and Gorilla at Large; and Ray "Crash" Corrigan in The Ape Man, Captive Wild Woman, and the Three Stooges short Three Missing Links. And the list of gorilla-suit actors doesn't stop there. We couldn't do a gorilla-suit episode justice without singling out the gorilla-suit actor, movie and TV prop collector, and genre film historian BOB BURNS. Bob, who left us in 2025, was the picture of affability and courteousness, and often invited select monster kids to view his astounding museum of horror and sci-fi collectibles. And Bob would even allow you to touch the 1932 King Kong armature, operate the Alien Queen prop, and sit in the original 1961 Time Machine! In addition to the many personal appearances Bob Burns made as Kogar the Gorilla, he also played the role of Tracy the Gorilla in the 1973 Filmation TV show The Ghost Busters. Which leads us to our guest! For this episode, we have a supremely accomplished actor, voice performer, and artist whose work can be enjoyed in the video game Resident Evil Village, HBO Max's Primal, Cartoon Network's Samurai Jack, and the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse prequel Spider-Ham: Caught in a Ham. And if that doesn't make Aaron cool enough for you, he also became a friend and regular visitor of Bob Burns during the last couple of years of his life. Making his MONSTER PARTY debut, please welcome… AARON LAPLANTE! GORILLA SUITS YOU! ANY "FAST SHOW" FANS OUT THERE?
CELEBRATING HORROR OLD & NEW!!! With MIKE D McCARTY and JAMES KNIGHT!
2026/09/09
MONSTER PARTY TRAVELS THROUGH TIME… HOPEFULLY WITH NO PARADOXES. JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD throw a party for some of the greatest horror favorites in film history. So put on your party horns and grab a slice of devil's food cake, because we're… CELEBRATING HORROR OLD & NEW!!! A staple of MONSTER PARTY is the ritual of simply sitting around and having a rich (and occasionally contentious) conversation about the horror films we love. So, sit back and enjoy this giddily garrulous gab fest, where we salute modern horror films that have managed to captivate mainstream audiences, and classics that have stood the test of time. Okay, and maybe a few that didn't. And just for fun, we also chat a bit about a few sci-fi films that, for many of us, have undergone a critical reassessment. Is the time just right for Larry Strothe to launch his re-make of STARCRASH? And who's going to fill Caroline Munro's leather… well… everything? If that weren't enough, we managed to get a behind-the-scenes look at how some of these sinister cinema sausages were made! How did we manage this, you may ask? By having on our show two men who are not only industry professionals, but fellow podcasters as well! First, we've got an actor and voice artist who has lent his talents to CHICAGO PD, PERSON OF INTEREST, NOW YOU SEE ME, GUIDING LIGHT, and numerous stage productions, including the role of Merrick in THE ELEPHANT MAN. Sharing the MONSTER PARTY stage is a celebrated SFX makeup artist who has worked on such genre projects as WEAPONS, ANNABELLE, THE WALKING DEAD, WISHMASTER, FROM DUSK TILL DAWN, and so many more that IMDb just said, "STOP!" Together, they are the co-hosts of the mega-popular podcast… THE HEAD, THE TAIL, THE WHOLE DAMN THING! And guess what? They're also brothers! And even weirder… they actually like each other. Making their MONSTER PARTY debut… MIKE D McCARTY and JAMES KNIGHT! PLUS, THIS WEEK'S MYSTERY: WHAT IS "BREAD TONGUE"?
TOPIC FREE-FOR-ALL: SKULLABALOO!!! With KEN DALY!
2026/08/26
BY THE POWER OF MOLD SKULL!!! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD return yet again to the topic that keeps giving birth to more topics. Get ready to cuddle up to this litter of learned levity as MONSTER PARTY presents… TOPIC FREE-FOR-ALL: SKULLABALOO! You know the story, Monster Partiers! For years, MONSTER PARTY has been doing episodes where we place slips of paper with mini-topics written on them into a plastic Halloween candy skull, pull one out at random, discuss said topic, and repeat. All was going well until the skull suffered some water damage, causing many of the topic slips to become moldy. But hey, we took it in stride, and after the skull went through a thorough mitigation process, we gradually added fresh topics to the pile. And over time, it almost became a badge of honor to get a moldy oldie. But alas, all mold things must come to an end. If strictly for health reasons. This installment of TOPIC FREE-FOR-ALL features the last moldy topic placed in the skull so many years ago. It's the end of a chapter, but also the beginning of an exciting new era! This episode features lively and, dare we say, even heated discussions about the future of A.I., sci-fi franchise burnout, extraterrestrial odds, questionable Christopher Lee performances, the narrative logic of Weapons, Masters of the Universe hate watching, dream tattoos, candy symbolism, and so very much more! Joining us once again is a stalwart MONSTER PARTY pal, and Matt Weinhold's answer to Florence Nightingale. He's an immensely talented actor, writer, and artist, not to mention the boy who brought us all the Shamrock Shake! Please welcome back the effortlessly irresistible… KEN DALY! (HANGING WITH DOCTOR Z, NERD POCKER, STAN AGAINST EVIL, THE SUPER ADVENTURE TEAM, THE KARATE KID, THE USUAL SUSPECTS, QUINCY M.E., DUCK DODGERS)
ORGANS GONE BAD!!!
2026/08/05
MONSTER PARTY HAS GUTS! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD rush all of you to our audio E.R. for a pulse-pounding procedure. Get ready for some monstrous malpractice as we present you with… ORGANS GONE BAD!!! After Matt Weinhold's recent brush with mortality involving the unexpected removal of his appendix, the hosts of MONSTER PARTY thought it timely and appropriate to investigate troublesome parts of the human anatomy in genre films. Whether it's Tillinghast's pernicious pineal gland in FROM BEYOND, the internal oddities of FANTASTIC VOYAGE, the unauthorized organ harvesting in COMA, or the stool pigeon beating of THE TELL-TALE HEART, it's never been more important to have top-notch medical insurance! MONSTER PARTY WISHES ALL OUR LISTENERS THE BEST OF HEALTH! AND IF ONE OF YOUR ORGANS GOES BAD… TRY TURNING YOUR RESONATOR OFF!
MONSTERPALOOZA 2O26: PART 3!!!
2026/07/15
THIRD TIME'S THE CHARM FOR MONSTERPALOOZA! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD give the last day of their favorite convention all they've got! Can your meaty minds manage the monumental majesty of... MONSTERPALOOZA 2026: PART 3?!!! MONSTER PARTY would like to express our eternal thanks to all the folks who stopped by our booth on Friday and Saturday. Luckily, Sunday proved to be just as successful. Aside from visits from friends, fans, and cosplayers, we managed to score some monstrously mesmerizing interviews with such diverse talents as comedian BOBBY SLAYTON (THE PITBULL OF COMEDY), artist/sculptor/makeup FX wizard MARK TAVARES (DON POST, KNB STUDIOS), producer/entertainer JOE MOE (2001 MANIACS: BEHIND THE SCREAMS, RED VELVET), author/actor/wrestler RONNIE ANGEL (SLASHED DREAMS: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO SLASHER MOVIES PT. 1–2), actor MARK KELLY (BLOOD AND RUST, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD), podcasters MIKE D McCARTY and JAMES KNIGHT (THE HEAD, THE TAIL, THE WHOLE DAMNED THING), Emmy Award-winning, self-titled stuttering director/editor/producer ALLAN HOLZMAN (BATTLE BEYOND THE STARS, FORBIDDEN WORLD), and MORE! And as if the monster kid gods were smiling down on us, we were also granted a brief but incredible audience with musical legend and horror rock trailblazer... ALICE COOPER! Can someone wake up Matt? He just fainted again. Once again, we urge everyone out there to start making preparations for MONSTERPALOOZA 2027. We guarantee you'll have a memorable experience, and we can't wait to meet all you listeners in person. You are the ones who put a spring in our step and make this podcast possible. Thanks again, Monster Partiers! DON'T JUST LOVE MONSTER PARTY... LOVE IT TO DEATH!
MONSTERPALOOZA 2026: PART 2!!!
2026/07/01
After a scarily successful Friday night, JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD return to the Pasadena Convention Center for another day of horror-themed hijinks! If it's Saturday, it's... MONSTERPALOOZA 2026 PART 2!!! The second day of this epic show provided us with another diabolical dollop of vendors, artists, celebrities, panels, cosplayers, SFX makeup demonstrations, and more! And by more, we mean a dazzling array of on-the-spot interviews at the MONSTER PARTY booth! Joining us that afternoon were a tsunami of exciting guests, including SPOOKYWORLD theme park founder DAVID BERTOLINO, writer/director/producer DANNY WOLF, sci-fi film director GARO SETIAN (SPACE WARS: QUEST FOR THE DEEPSTAR, AUTOMATION), trailer director HUNTER SETIAN, actor and film soundtrack journalist DANIEL SCHWEIGER (PHANTASM: RAVAGER, JOHN DIES AT THE END), magazine editor/journalist/film director DAVID WEINER (IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS), HORROR NERDS COMEDY PODCAST hosts SAMANTHA HALE and BONNIE MARIE WILLIAMS, 2 BLACK GUYS TALK GODZILLA PODCAST host AARON NEUWIRTH, author/comedian/Jumbo Machinder collector TOM FRANCK (JUMBO TITAN X), fantasy illustrator MIRANDA FRANCK, and legendary horror host MR. LOBO (CINEMA INSOMNIA, OSI). Whew! Of course, what would a day of MONSTERPALOOZA be without visits from fans, friends, and family, including a visit from Larry's niece, who gave us all a schooling on PROJECT HAIL MARY. Did she make some good points? Yes. Did she change any minds? What do you think? LISTEN NOW TO WHAT YOU MISSED THIS LAST MAY, AND START MAKING PLANS TO ATTEND MONSTERPALOOZA IN 2027. MONSTER PARTY WILL BE WAITING TO GREEEEET YOU!
MONSTERPALOOZA 2026: PART 1!!!
2026/06/17
MONSTER PARTY RETURNS TO MONSTROUSLY UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTION! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD storm the gates of the Pasadena Convention Center to once again hold court at their favorite horror expo! Dust off your hockey mask and apply a fresh coat of Art the Clown makeup, as MONSTER PARTY presents: MONSTERPALOOZA 2026: PART 1!!! After the laughter, bickering, and power trips that go hand in hand with building the MONSTER PARTY booth, the gang kicks off the first day of MONSTERPALOOZA with a shriek! Friday night yielded a dazzling combination of new friends and old, as well as some much-needed in-person catching up with your beloved, Rondo Award-winning hosts. We've got interviews with comedian BORIS HAMILTON, monster actor GENE LeBROCK, game designer and MP pal SCOTT ROGERS, Culture Crypt film critic IAN SEDENSKY, author/journalist/media historian PAT JANKIEWICZ, and 3-D guru ERIC KURLAND! But what would a MONSTERPALOOZA show (or any MP show) be without the usual assortment of delightful banter, film criticism, personal attacks, gift favoritism, free goodies for the kids, vodka-fueled Godzilla-themed energy drinks, and a host, for no apparent reason, pretending to be surprised by guests we've obviously lined up? It's a dance we do every year for the benefit of our listeners, where anyone can virtually cut in! I know we say this every year, but if you've never attended a MONSTERPALOOZA convention, it should definitely be one of your bucket-list destinations. This event always delivers a tantalizing treasure trove of terrorizing treats, including monstrous vendors, props, celebrities, photo ops, cosplayers, panels, SFX makeup demonstrations, artists, and the famous MONSTERPALOOZA museum. Oh, and the snack bar is surprisingly decent! THANKS AGAIN TO EVERYONE WHO DROPPED BY OUR BOOTH ON FRIDAY NIGHT, AND PARTS 2 AND 3 ARE COMING SOON! UNTIL THEN...STAY SCARED!
MONSTER EGGS!!!
2026/06/03
THE YOLK'S ON MONSTER PARTY! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD hatch a new episode chronicling the egg-citing, eggs-traordinary, and eggs-tensive history of a unique subcategory of genre delicacies. Scramble to your listening devices and enjoy this audio omelet that we're calling... MONSTER EGGS! Eggs have a reputation for showing up in many of the more unusual horror, sci-fi, and fantasy cinematic offerings. Whether it's the gooey, leathery eggs from the Alien film and TV franchise (including the cracked egg on the first Alien movie poster!), the colorful but gigantic egg of Mothra, the gelatinous eggs of a space vampire in the B-movie classic Queen of Blood, the Horta eggs from the original Star Trek series, or the dragon eggs from Game of Thrones, these shelled showmen have sparked the imaginations of monster kids for generations. And for MONSTER PARTY, they've inspired the question: "I wonder how that egg would taste?" WE THOUGHT THIS TOPIC WAS SO EGG-CEPTIONAL, WE DECIDED TO FORGO A GUEST AND KEEP ALL THIS HARD-BOILED ACTION TO OURSELVES. MINUS THE EGG SALAD. YOU'RE WELCOME, LARRY.
WHAT'S SO FUNNY ABOUT HORROR, SCI-FI AND FANTASY?!!! With TAMMY GOLDEN!
2026/05/22
*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:c66233dc-3409-4ddc-a397-3190fa301cb8-0" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:c66233dc-3409-4ddc-a397-3190fa301cb8-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> IS MONSTER PARTY HAVIN' A LAUGH? JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD ponder the age-old question of whether humor and genre topics can live and laugh comfortably together. So, as Elvis Costello might ask… WHAT'S SO FUNNY ABOUT HORROR, SCI-FI, AND FANTASY? Let's face it, making a truly funny horror, sci-fi, or fantasy film or television show can be tricky business. There's a fine line between a loving send-up and an uninformed attack. And even with the best intentions, that doesn't guarantee you'll be watching a knee-slapper. In this side-splitting study of genre jocularity, MONSTER PARTY puts all their funny favorites (and not-so-favorites) to the test. How did films like ABBOTT & COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN and YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN manage to find the sweet spot between over-the-top comedy and a loving homage to Universal horror films? Is SPACEBALLS a better film than we remember, or should we just push that reassessment aside and watch GALAXY QUEST instead? How do genre TV shows like RED DWARF and WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS generate laughs while presenting often thought-provoking horror and sci-fi concepts? Where do cult classics like DR. STRANGELOVE, REPO MAN, MONTY PYTHON AND THE HOLY GRAIL, and THE ADVENTURES OF BUCKAROO BANZAI fit in? And are superhero vehicles like THE BOYS, PEACEMAKER, and the DEADPOOL film series the best comedies coming out of Hollywood today? Helping us answer these important questions while tickling our ribs in her own right is a return guest who is no stranger to the world of horror, sci-fi, and fantasy humor. She is a mega-talented writer who has worked on such beloved genre comedy projects as MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 and HANGING WITH DR. Z. Please welcome back… TAMMY GOLDEN! OH, AND YES, WE DID JUST WIN THE 2026 RONDO AWARD FOR BEST PODCAST! OUR HEARTFELT THANKS TO ALL THE MONSTER PARTIERS OUT THERE WHO HELPED MAKE THIS HAPPEN! NOW, LET'S START CANVASSING FOR 2027!
LEGAL GEEKING!!! With JOSH GILLILAND!
2026/05/06
MONSTER PARTY TAKES THE STAND! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD submit this new episode into evidence as to why you need to listen to this podcast! Consider yourself amicus curiae as we partake in a bit of… LEGAL GEEKING!!! The world of horror, science fiction, and fantasy is a wondrous realm where the incredible and impossible come to life. But how does the law apply to all these fantastic shenanigans? What responsibility does the Weyland-Yutani Corporation have when it comes to the events portrayed in the classic 1982 film Alien? Do robots, androids, and other artificial lifeforms have access to civil rights? How is Willy Wonka still in business? And who do you sue when giant rabbits lay waste to your property? Helping us find the answers to these important legal questions is a longtime friend of the show—and, get this, an actual lawyer! Yeah, and one of the scrupulous kind! He's also the co-founder and host of the shockingly appropriate-titled blog and podcast, THE LEGAL GEEKS! Please welcome back Monster Party's answer to Matt Murdock… JOSH GILLILAND! IF YOU THINK THIS EPISODE IS OUT OF ORDER, YOU'RE OUT OF ORDER!
FIRST CONTACTS!!! With SUE MURPHY!
2026/04/22
MONSTER PARTY GETS OFF TO A "ROCKY" START! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD put out the welcome mat for our potential friends and enemies from amongst the stars. Join us for a cinematic close encounter of the audio kind as we celebrate… FIRST CONTACTS!!! With the box office success of PROJECT HAIL MARY, the world has once again embraced the feel-good concept of first contact with a benevolent alien race. But have these initial interactions with extraterrestrials always been as satisfying for movie and TV viewing audiences? In this episode, we'll examine the near-universal love of PROJECT HAIL MARY and provide a counterview from some of MONSTER PARTY's best-loved curmudgeons. We'll also examine other first contacts portrayed in films and TV shows, and see how their effectiveness holds up under scrutiny. We'll look at film classics like THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL, IT CAME FROM OUTER SPACE, and 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY; the quite unpleasant first contacts that occur in movies like ALIEN, THE THING, and INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS; modern first contact films like THE ARRIVAL, NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU, and ANNIHILATION; and soooo much more! Leading us as Earth's ambassador for this epic event is a longtime friend of MONSTER PARTY who always has a refreshing take on the sci-fi genre. She's an immensely talented comedian, actor, producer, and director who has worked on such iconic programs as THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW, CHELSEA LATELY, and WANDA AT LARGE. Please welcome back the always outstanding… SUE MURPHY! WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS NUMEROUS SPOILERS! LISTEN AT YOUR OWN SENSE OF WONDER PERIL!
MONSTER PARTY'S BONE PICKERS!!! With MONSTER PARTY!
2026/04/08
MONSTER PARTY HAS A LIST OF GRIEVANCES. NOW THERE'S A SHOCK!!! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD have a Jason Voorhees-sized axe to grind with a whole series of genre-related annoyances. We're so ticked off that we decided to have a beastly bitch-fest that we're calling… MONSTER PARTY'S BONE PICKERS!!! The cast of MONSTER PARTY has never been shy when it comes to "bones to pick" about certain aspects of their individual monster kid experience. Whether it's Comic-Con exclusive hoarders, film logic flaws, or the age-old slow zombie versus fast zombie debate, we'll call it like we see it. But despite our occasional impromptu rants, sometimes it's not enough. So, for us to maintain our overall childlike wonder during these difficult times, what we needed was an episode that was all about venting! Join us for a hosts-only edition of MONSTER PARTY, where we take aim at a number of hot-button issues, including movie theater vs. home theater, ridiculously expensive autographs, Bava film tampering, scantily clad Leia canceling, Disney gouging, James Cameron cat hate, wondrous website bios, and soooo much more! MONSTER PARTY HAS A BEEF! IF ONLY IT WAS GERRIT GRAHAM FROM THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE. LOOK IT UP, PEOPLE!
TWISTED BLU-RAY GEMS!!! With ETHAN HULL!
2026/03/25
MONSTER PARTY IS GOING TO DRIVE YOUR BLU-RAY PLAYER MAD!!! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD plunge into the depths of delightful depravity as they seek to dig up the world's most unusual cinematic treasures. Whether it's a birthday, Valentine's Day, or an anniversary, give your loved ones some… TWISTED BLU-RAY GEMS! In these days of video streaming, many have prematurely predicted the fall of physical media. While mainstream sales of CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays have declined, several niche companies are thriving by offering hard-to-find and sometimes virtually unknown horror, sci-fi, fantasy, martial arts, and exploitation films. This kind of entertainment may not be for everyone, but if, like us, you like your entertainment on the wild side, have we got some movies for you! In this episode, the gang will be celebrating a selection of films ranging from works by cult film masters to Z-list auteurs, and everything in between. It's a subgenre where the restrictions of taste, budget, and production actually led to the creation of some truly unique artistic visions. We'll also get a first-person account of the loving care that goes into preserving these often overlooked celluloid classics. And what classics they are! We've got folk horror frights, kung fu-capable combatants, a forty-year-old child, a voting-age infant, a zoom lens with no shame, a sasquatch who smashes a crotch, and so much more! Joining us for this bacchanal of Blu-rays is a first-time guest and a man perfectly suited for this topic. Aside from being a member of the DJ collective RENDEZVOUS! and founder of the record label EMPIRE OF TOMBS, he is content manager and representative for the company that will fulfill all your twisted Blu-ray dreams, SEVERIN FILMS! MONSTER PARTY is very proud to welcome… ETHAN HULL! AND A WARNING: IF YOU'RE EVER IN BIGFOOT COUNTRY… HOLD IT!

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4.8 out of 5
193 reviews
★★★★★
spockHolliday 2026/09/28
Skullabaloo Scrambled My Brain!
I began listening to the show after becoming acquainted with Matt and his fabulous wife on the Collectors Call panel this year at Comic Con. Thank goo...
★★★★★
Kaiju Matt 2026/06/17
Larry is my Kirk Hammet
Recently I was ENRAGED to find a certain Larry bidding on a coveted Popy Jumbosaurus. With working talker! And dropping over 500 bucks to win it! No...
★★★★★
cb22357547479 2025/08/22
Always fun and entertaining
The recent “Jaws” show was amazing. The guys do a tremendous job being super fans but ensuring a fun and informative podcast as a result.
★★★★★
Manning Road 2025/07/20
Congrats on 300 Episodes!
I am not a monster kid. But I do love movies, and these monster kids of “Monster Party” have opened up a whole new genre of films for me to enjoy and ...
★★★★★
Shewbillden 2025/04/17
Smart hosts, smart topics for the horror fan
This is my new favorite podcast. Not only does it cover an amazing array of horror geeky topics with amazing guests (Disneyland with Bob Gurr! Horror ...
★★★★★
random person2334567890183837 2024/09/08
Cheers to my favorite gang of monsters
This show is the greatest & smartest source for sci-fi, horror and fantasy media. The guys have episodes on pretty much every topic you might think of...
★★★★★
TVExpert 2024/06/05
If I Was A Carpenter
Dear Men of MONSTER PARTY, My name is Mark Pitta and I’ve been a guest on the show several times (episodes 47, 183, 212, 225, 242…topics include clic...
★★★★★
mick1229 2024/04/17
EXCELLENCE PERSONIFIED!!
What can I say this Podcast Makes Citizen Kane look like Joanie Loves Chachi.. makes The Godfather look like The Godfather look like The Godfather3!.....
★★★★★
The real Ken Caslis 2024/02/26
These are my friends who I’ve never met.
I have been listening to these guys for years. Each time it’s truly like hanging with my life long best buddies. I laugh, I smile, just the best time....
★★★★★
just jimm 2023/06/13
Another mile stone
The next best thing to being there .Getting to Monsterpalooza , is at the top of my bucket list. I think it may be time for the long awaited episode ,...
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