An analysis and review of the iconic Batman story, The Dark Knight Returns
Episode 71: A focus on H. P. Lovecraft
Podcast about the man who brought us Cosmic dread, interdimensional god like beings and the Necronomicon - Howard Philp Lovecraft.
Episode 70 Thought Piece: Tim Burton and Modern Fairy Tales
Scott and Julian go deep and talk about Tim Burton, his filmography, why we enjoy his work and how auteur cinema is suffering at the moment.
Episode 65: Candyman & Modern Horror Folklore
How do Horror movies and modern myths influence each other? What are we still scared of?
Episode 62: The Pulp Heroes
Scott talks with author Jim Beard about the heroes that stepped off the pages of the pulp magazines during the dark days of the great depression.
Jim Beard Amazon Link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jim-Beard/e/B004UWVOPE/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1537382642&sr=1-2-ent
“The great Pulp Heroes” Book link
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Great-Pulp-Heroes-Don-Hutchinson/dp/0889625859/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1537382721&sr=1-1&keywords=the+great+pulp+heroes
Episode 61: Sharpe's Podcast
Let's get into History! Scott has the pleasure of talking with Richard Sharpe creator Bernard Cornwell and One of Sharpe's Chosen men from the TV series, Rifleman Harris, Jason Salkey.
For more about Bernard Cornwell and the Sharpe series visit bernardcornwell.net
Find out more about Jason's new book chronicling his time on the Sharpe series at unbound.com/books/from-crimea-with-love
More about Jason Salkey at riflemanharris.co.uk
Read MoreEpisode 55: Italian Horror - Maro Bava
Mike and Scott dig into the gothic Horror and Murder Mystery Horror of director Mario Bava with Black Sabbath & Blood and Black Lace.
Episode 50: What does Superman mean to you?
A compilation show of contributions, all answering the question - what does Superman mean to you?
Episode 49: Superman part 2 - Life on Screen
Scott catches up with the resident comic books guys, Matt and Jordan, to discuss the different versions of the Man of Steel that have appeared on film and TV. Which are the best and worst.
Episode 48: Superman Month part 1
Scott talks with Ben Hall about how he relates to Superman, what the Man of Steel has represented through the ages and what are the best Superman stories.
Episode 47: Paperbacks from Hell
Scott talks the punk era of horror and his thoughts on the book "Paperbacks from Hell" as well as an interview with the author, Grady Hendrix.
For more information on author Grady Hendrix and his books please visit www.gradyhendrix.com
Episode 45: 80's Wrestling Part 1: Wrestlemania in a world of sport
Mike and Scott step back into the squared circle to chat about everything to do with the world of wrestling when in jumped into pop culture in 80's. Were you a Hulkamaniac or a Warrior? do you know your Big Daddy from your Kendo Nagasaki? Sit back and let us walk you through it all.
Episode 44: Laughing with the Devil
Julian Darius of Sequart (sequart.org) is back to go deep on why the Joker is greatest villain. Why he is so terrifying and how he speaks to real world fears.
Read MoreEpisode 42: The Killing Joke at 30
I talk The Killing Joke with Julian Darius, academic, Comic lover and the man who started Sequart (sequart.org).
I highly recommend visiting sequart.org to find out more about the organisation and have access to loads of excellent articles and thought pieces.
Happy New Year Minisode
A quick thank you to those that contributed to 20th Century Geek in 2017 and a sneak peak at what is planned for 2018.
Episode 37: Amityville Horror Pt 2: It's impact Haunted House Movies
Scott chats with the Aaron and Matt from the Launchpad Pod about the Amityville Horror and haunted house movies.
Check out the Launchpad pod at www.launchpadpod.com or on all podcast platforms.
Episode 36: Amityville Horror Pt 1: The events
Fitz and Lil from the 'knock Once For Yes' podcast join me to talk about the events that took place in Amityville in late 1976. Was there a haunting that got hijacked by the media or was it all made up to get out of a bad financial situation?
Check out the great 'Knock once for yes' podcast at: knockonceforyes.com
Episode 35: Ghostwatch pt2 - Ghosts of Bolsover
I talk ghosts with some of the cast of the Halloween scare attraction at Bolsover Castle
Episode 34: GhostWatch retrospective part 1
I got the opportunity to discuss 1992' Ghostwatch with its creator and writer Stephen Volk. we discuss the shows inception, production and legacy.
Episode 31: Podcasters in a half shell
I catch up with Stacey from "Stacey's Pop Culture Parlour" to talk all things Ninja Turtles. As well as a few fun tangents.