This Podcast Sucks

Tara and Elliott
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Welcome to This Podcast Sucks! The show where we take a bite out of the vampire genre, from Nosferatu to Twilight.

  1. Episode 13 (Part 3): Nosferatu (2024)

    12/29/2024

    Episode 13 (Part 3): Nosferatu (2024)

    Conclusion and final thoughts! TW: Discussion of SA

    45 min
  2. Episode 13 (Part 2): Nosferatu (2024)

    12/28/2024

    Episode 13 (Part 2): Nosferatu (2024)

    Our discussion continues! TW: Discussion of SA

    58 min
  3. Episode 13: Nosferatu (2024)

    12/28/2024

    Episode 13: Nosferatu (2024)

    Join us as we discuss Robert Eggers's highly anticipated adaptation of Nosferatu! We'll be discussing the film's long production history, Eggers's and the cast's intensive preparation and research, and how this adaptation brings new life to the classic tale. TW: Discussion of SA

    1h 12m
  4. Episode 12 (Part 2): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal

    12/26/2024

    Episode 12 (Part 2): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal

    Our special episode on Abigail with Katie continues!

    43 min
  5. Episode 12 (Special Episode): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal

    12/26/2024

    Episode 12 (Special Episode): Abigail w. Katie Hoovestal

    Join us for a special episode on the 2024 vampire comedy thriller Abigail with special guest Katie Hoovestal! An expert in industrial spaces, distribution and audience, and teen content, Katie joins us to lend her knowledge about the film's production history, directors Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, and how this film balances dark comedy with vampire thrills.

    1h 23m
  6. Episode 11: The Return of the Vampire (1943)

    06/23/2024

    Episode 11: The Return of the Vampire (1943)

    Join us this week for our episode on Lew Lander's 1943 "The Return of the Vampire." Starring Bela Lugosi as the vampire Armand Tesla, the film is considered an unofficial sequel to Dracula with Lugosi essentially playing the Count in all but name. We will discuss the the scoio-political climate of WWII's influence on the film, the appearance of our first lead female vampire hunter, Lady Jane, and the surprising role that German bomber planes play in the vampire's defeat. Content Warning: Discussions of SA and grooming.

    1h 10m
  7. Episode 10 (Special Episode): The Celluloid Closet (1995)

    04/21/2024

    Episode 10 (Special Episode): The Celluloid Closet (1995)

    Join us this week for Elliott's special host's pick episode The Celluloid Closet. Based on the 1981 book of the same name by Vito Russo, this groundbreaking 1995 documentary explores the evolving history of lgbtq representation in cinema. Join us as discuss the topics addressed in the documentary, our own thoughts on specific lgbtq films, and what representation looks like now in 2024. Relevant sources linked below! TW: Discussions of homophobia, hate crimes, and SA. Links https://makinggayhistory.com/podcast/episode-01-10/ https://www.thepinknews.com/2022/03/27/oscars-lgbt-history/

    1h 33m
  8. Episode 9 (Part 2): Dracula's Daughter (1936)

    04/15/2024

    Episode 9 (Part 2): Dracula's Daughter (1936)

    Join in for the rest of out conversation on Lambert Hillyer's iconic film Dracula's Daughter! We break down the last of the film, then discuss the lesbian and queer themes, as well as the film's critical reception and it's enduring legacy. Trigger Warnings: Discussions of Sexual Violence, SA, Lesbophobia, Homophobia, Misogyny

    1h 24m
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Welcome to This Podcast Sucks! The show where we take a bite out of the vampire genre, from Nosferatu to Twilight.

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  • Creator
    Tara and Elliott
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Tara Coughlin and Elliott Farquhar 2023
  • Show Website
    This Podcast Sucks