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Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast

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Frequency: 1 episode/6d. Total Eps: 432

The pinnacle of infotainment! Crazy stuff you didn’t know about the greatest movies and music of the 80’s, 90’s, and beyond. Hilarity ensues as a research professor and a pop culture savant are pitted against each other in a debate to determine what entertainment icons of film, music, and games are the best of the best of Generation X. https://www.thesurelypodcast.com/

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A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Season 7 · Episode 51

Tuesday, November 3, 2026 • Duration 01:14:48

Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast are joined once again by special guest Amanda Janik, The Slasher Girl, for the terrifying conclusion to their four-part Halloween horror series! This time, the gang dives into Wes Craven’s 1984 nightmare masterpiece, A Nightmare on Elm Street.

How did Wes Craven come up with the idea for a horror movie that turns our dreams into our worst nightmares? How did a relatively low-budget horror film introduce the world to one of the most iconic characters of the 1980s, the razor-gloved, wisecracking nightmare himself, Freddy Krueger? Jason, Dee, and Amanda explore the movie’s origins, the cast and crew who brought the nightmare to life, the unforgettable music, and the lasting impact of a film that changed the horror genre forever.

And since this is the fourth and final installment of our Halloween series, the group looks back at all four horror classics—The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th (1980), and A Nightmare on Elm Street(1984)—as Jason, Dee, and Amanda each reveal their personal rankings of the four films. Will they agree, or will their lists be scarier than Freddy himself?Stick around until the very end for a Halloween horror trivia contest that puts everyone’s knowledge of these legendary movies to the test!

So grab your favorite horror-movie snack, check the locks, and whatever you do… DON’T FALL ASLEEP!

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"Friday the 13th" (1980)

Season 7 · Episode 47

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 • Duration 01:03:53

Welcome to Camp Crystal Lake!

Pack your bags, grab your sleeping bag, and whatever you do… stay out of the lake! Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast are back for Part 3 of our four-part Halloween spectacular, and this time they're joined by special guest The Slasher Girl, Amanda Janik, to revisit the 1980 horror classic that helped launch one of the most iconic film franchises of the ’80s: Friday the 13th!

How did a low-budget horror movie inspired by the success of Halloween become a box-office sensation and turn Camp Crystal Lake into one of the most infamous summer camps in movie history? The crew digs into the origins of the film, the influences that helped shape its story, and the creative minds who brought this bloody nightmare to life. From the cast and behind-the-scenes stories to the shocking moments that made audiences scream, Jason, Dee, and Amanda explore how Friday the 13th became a defining moment in slasher-movie history.

They'll also look at the film's surprising success, the birth of a legendary horror franchise, and how a movie that started with a simple premise eventually became a pop-culture phenomenon that continues to terrify audiences more than four decades later.And let's settle one thing: just how much did the original Friday the 13th establish the rules for every slasher movie that followed? With Amanda bringing her horror expertise to the conversation, there's plenty to uncover before the final body hits the floor!🎃 The Halloween marathon continues! We've already survived The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Halloween (1978), and now we're checking into Camp Crystal Lake. Next week, our four-part fright fest concludes with A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)!

So turn off the lights, keep an eye on the counselors, and join Jason, Dee, and The Slasher Girl, Amanda Janik, for a deep dive into the horror classic that proved summer camp can be murder!🎙️

Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast — A Pocast for the MTV Generation!

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Top 5 Halloween Movies of the 80s!

Season 7 · Episode 48

Friday, October 23, 2026 • Duration 51:43

🎃 TOP 5 HALLOWEEN MOVIES OF THE 1980s — THE DECADE THAT MADE HORROR LEGENDARY!👻

The ’80s gave us big hair, bigger movie stars, and some of the most unforgettable horror films ever made! In this special throwback episode of the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast, Jason and Dee count down their Top 5 Movies to Watch During Halloween Season from the 1980s!

From masked killers and supernatural nightmares to creepy creatures and unforgettable horror icons, the ’80s were a golden age for frightening audiences. It was the decade that turned slashers into franchises, made monsters into pop-culture superstars, and gave horror fans plenty of reasons to sleep with the lights on!

Jason and Dee revisit their personal favorites, share memories and stories behind these terrifying classics, and reveal which movies earned a coveted spot on their Halloween watchlists. Will your favorite make the cut? Are you Team Freddy, Team Jason, or do you prefer your scares with a little more supernatural suspense? And which ’80s horror classic deserves to be watched every October?

This rerun returns as a special bonus during our four-part Halloween spectacular, alongside our deep dives into The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th (1980), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).

So grab your candy, fire up the VCR (or your favorite streaming service), and get ready for a nostalgic trip through the decade that made Halloween movie marathons a tradition!What are YOUR Top 5 Halloween movies of the ’80s? Listen in, compare your list with Jason and Dee’s, and let the debate begin!

🎙️ Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast — celebrating the movies, music, and pop culture that made us who we are!

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John Carpenter's "Halloween" (1978)

Season 7 · Episode 46

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 • Duration 01:00:53

Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast are heading to Haddonfield, Illinois, to revisit John Carpenter’s legendary 1978 horror classic, Halloween! Following last week’s deep dive into The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the guys continue their four-part Halloween spectacular with the movie that helped redefine the slasher genre and turned a young filmmaker named John Carpenter into a household name.

How did Carpenter turn a relatively small-budget independent film into one of the most influential horror movies of all time? Jason and Dee explore the origins of the project, the cast and crew who brought this nightmare to life, the chilling simplicity of Carpenter’s unforgettable musical score, and the fascinating story behind Michael Myers’ iconic mask. From Jamie Lee Curtis’ breakout performance as Laurie Strode to Donald Pleasence’s memorable portrayal of Dr. Loomis, the guys dig into the stories, creative decisions, and behind-the-scenes magic that made Halloween a timeless classic.

And, of course, they examine the movie’s enormous cultural impact and the countless horror films that followed in its footsteps. Was Halloween the ultimate blueprint for the modern slasher? How much of its power comes from what we see—and what we don’t see?

The horror marathon continues! Last week, it was The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This week, it’s Halloween (1978). Coming up next are Friday the 13th (1980) and A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984). Four iconic movies. Four unforgettable nightmares. One seriously spooky series!

🔪 Put on your mask, turn down the lights, and join Jason and Dee for a trip back to the night Michael Myers came home!

🎙️ Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast — celebrating the movies, music, and pop culture that made us who we are!

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Top 5 Halloween Movies of the 1970s

Season 7 · Episode 45

Friday, October 16, 2026 • Duration 48:48

Before the slashers ruled the ’80s, the 1970s were busy giving moviegoers nightmares, introducing unforgettable monsters, and changing horror movies forever! In this throwback episode of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast, Jason and Dee count down their Top 5 Movies to Watch During Halloween Season from the 1970s!

From supernatural chills and demonic encounters to psychological thrillers and downright terrifying classics, the guys revisit a decade that pushed the boundaries of horror and left an indelible mark on pop culture. Which movies made their lists? What makes these films perfect for a spooky October night? And will Jason and Dee agree on which ’70s fright fests deserve a spot in the Halloween movie marathon?

Originally recorded for the archives, this episode returns as a special bonus in the middle of our four-part Halloween spectacular featuring The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th (1980), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).

So grab the popcorn, dim the lights, and revisit the decade that proved you don't need a mountain of special effects to scare the living daylights out of an audience.What’s YOUR favorite ’70s horror movie? Listen along and see if Jason and Dee picked yours!

🎙️ Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast — a podcast for the MTV generation.

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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

Season 7 · Episode 44

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 • Duration 01:11:41

It’s time to fire up the chainsaw and kick off a four-part Halloween horror spectacular on the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast! Jason and Dee are joined by special guest Slasher Girl Amanda Janik as they dive headfirst into one of the most notorious and influential horror movies ever made: 1974’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre!

In Part 1, the team goes behind the scenes of Tobe Hooper’s low-budget horror classic, exploring the origins of the movie, the cast and crew who endured brutal Texas heat and grueling conditions to make it, and the unlikely road that turned this little independent film into a genre-defining phenomenon. Along the way, Jason, Dee, and Amanda uncover fascinating trivia, memorable stories from the set, and the movie’s enormous impact on horror that can still be felt today.

And this is only the beginning! The Halloween special continues with three more horror milestones: Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th (1980), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984).

So grab your chainsaw, watch out for Leatherface, and join Jason, Dee, and the Slasher Girl for a bloody good time!

Can you handle the Texas heat?

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Top 5 Songs of 1991!

Season 7 · Episode 43

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 • Duration 01:15:35

1991 was a year when the musical landscape was changing Right Here, Right Now! This week on the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast, Jason and Dee each reveal their Top 5 Songs of 1991—but there’s a twist: they’re not simply telling you what made the list.

Instead, the guys take turns delivering clues, stories and behind-the-scenes trivia about each song while the other cohost—and YOU—try to figure out what song they’re talking about. Can you guess it faster than the other guy?

From unforgettable rock anthems and massive pop hits to songs that helped usher in an entirely new musical era, 1991 was a year of Unbelievable shifts in taste. So how different are Jason and Dee’s lists? Which songs made the cut? And how quickly can you crack the clues?

Press play, test your music knowledge, and see if you can beat Jason and Dee to the answer!

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"9 to 5" (1980) vs. "Mr. Mom" (1983): Part 2

Season 7 · Episode 42

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 • Duration 37:53

It’s time to get back to work! Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can’t Be Serious Podcast continue their look at two foundational comedies of the ’80s, 9 to 5 and Mr. Mom.

In Part 2, the guys turn their attention to the cast of Mr. Mom and take a closer look at the incredible collection of talent that helped make this Michael Keaton classic such a memorable part of the ’80s. From the familiar faces to the supporting characters you may have forgotten about, there are plenty of great stories and surprises along the way.

Then it’s time for some seriously fun trivia from BOTH movies, as Jason and Dee revisit the little details, behind-the-scenes stories and memorable moments that make 9 to 5 and Mr. Mom so much fun to watch decades later.

And finally, the guys offer their final judgment. Not necessarily because one movie is better than the other—but because, when you put two movies you absolutely love head-to-head, you’ve got to pick a favorite!So grab your coffee, punch the clock and get ready for a celebration of two classic workplace comedies that helped define the ’80s!

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"9 to 5" (1980) vs. "Mr. Mom" (1983): Part 1

Season 7 · Episode 41

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 • Duration 52:21

Two of the biggest workplace comedies of the early 1980s are going head-to-head! Jason and Dee of the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast kick off a two-part matchup between 9 to 5 and Mr. Mom.

In Part 1, the guys go behind the scenes to uncover the origins of both movies. How did these comedy classics come together? What were the inspirations behind them? And how did they assemble two unforgettable casts?

Then Jason and Dee take a deep dive into the cast of 9 to 5—from the three powerhouse stars at the center of the film to the memorable supporting characters who helped make the movie an early-'80s favorite.

So punch the clock, pour yourself a cup of ambition, and settle in as Jason and Dee begin their battle of workplace comedy classics!

It's 9 to 5 vs. Mr. Mom... what a way to make a living!

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Alice In Chains "Jar of Flies" (1994): Track by Track!

Season 7 · Episode 40

Tuesday, September 15, 2026 • Duration 52:21

Jason and Dee are back with another track-by-track journey through one of the most fascinating releases of the '90s—Alice in Chains’ Jar of Flies!

The guys dive into the story behind an EP that almost seemed to happen by accident. The band walked into the studio and, in just 10 days, created a collection of songs that would become one of the most memorable releases of the grunge era.

Along the way, Jason and Dee explore the evolution of Alice in Chains, including the arrival of bassist Mike Inez, the chemistry he brought to the band, and the incredible musical talents of Jerry Cantrell and Layne Staley. They also take a look at Layne's increasingly tragic story and the circumstances that would ultimately lead to the end of his life and the band's original era.

Then it's time to go song by song—from the haunting melodies and beautiful harmonies to the darker moments that make Jar of Flies such a unique listening experience.And when they've made their way through the entire EP, there's one final question:How does Jar of Flies compare to Guns N’ Roses’ Lies?

Two bands. Two EPs. Two very different moments in rock history.

Join Jason and Dee as they revisit Jar of Flies, uncover the stories behind the songs, and go down in a hole with a remarkable EP that left a very big mark on '90s rock.

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