Let’s Talk Monsters

Dr. Fragomeni
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Let’s Talk Monsters is a podcast that primarily discusses the Universal Monster movies that were produced from the 1920s through the 1940s, but also expands to include all movies and TV shows from the horror genre. Michael and Allison don’t review the movies as much as they zoom-in on certain scenes from the films, discussing oddities, flaws, and eyebrow-raising moments.

  1. 11/29/2025

    The Horror of Thanksgiving

    In our Thanksgiving episode, Mike, Allison, and Lyzze talk about the (2023) slasher film, Thanksgiving and compare certain aspects of it to the (2019) Thanksgiving film, Pilgrim.

    15 min

  2. 10/31/2025

    Halloween Spooktacular (2025)

    In our second Halloween Spooktacular episode, Mike, Allison, and Lyzze talk about everything related to haunted houses. From Disney's Haunted Mansion to cheap carnival rides, old creepy record albums, and their favorite haunted house movies and TV shows, this episode celebrates Halloween in a true haunted house fashion.

    41 min

  3. 10/30/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: Fun With Monster Toys

    In this episode, Mike welcomes his old friend, David Dopko, to talk about all things monster toys. David is the host of his own monthly show, "Collect All Monsters" where he shows off his vast knowledge of Godzilla and Japanese toys. Mike and David start the conversation off by reminiscing about the old Aurora model kits of the 60s, eventually digressing their way to more modern toys, like the Neca PVC figures.

    34 min

  4. 10/29/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: Fun With Mad Monster Party

    In this episode, Mike, Allison, and Lyzze discuss the Rankin/Bass Halloween TV special, Mad Monster Party from the mid 1960s. They reminisce about seeing it for the first time, talk about the puppets, and comment on the rather "adult nature" of the plot, despite it being intended for children.

    18 min

  5. 10/28/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: Bring Her Back (2025) Review And Discussion

    In this episode, Mike, Allison and Lyzze discuss the 2025 film, Bring Her Back, commenting on whether the directors (The Philippou brothers) successfully created a story in which all the characters garner empathy and/or sympathy.

    7 min

  6. 10/27/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: Hereditary (2018) Review And Discussion

    In this episode, Mike and Lyzze discuss the 2018 film, Hereditary, commenting on how the director (Ari Aster) chose to delay the supernatural elements in it. They also compare it to Rosemary's Baby, as well as other similar possession films.

    15 min

  7. 10/26/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: Sinners (2025) Review And Discussion

    In this episode, what do WWI, segregation, prohibition, R&B, and vampires have in common? Mike and Allison discuss the 2025 film, Sinners, commenting on its historicity, music, and of course, vampirism.

    17 min

  8. 10/25/2025

    Ten Days Of Halloween: The Black Phone (2021) Review And Discussion

    In this episode, Mike and Allison discuss the 2021 film, The Black Phone, commenting on its historicity, as well as its level of graphic intensity. Mike also says a few things about Generation X. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s1e1-the-official-story/id1534934131?i=1000495548526

    7 min
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Let’s Talk Monsters is a podcast that primarily discusses the Universal Monster movies that were produced from the 1920s through the 1940s, but also expands to include all movies and TV shows from the horror genre. Michael and Allison don’t review the movies as much as they zoom-in on certain scenes from the films, discussing oddities, flaws, and eyebrow-raising moments.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Fragomeni
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    69
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Let’s Talk Monsters