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| Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion: We Invented Post-its! | The VHS Club Ep. 141 | 21 Aug 2026 | 01:03:06 | |
It’s time to grab your platform heels, put on something shiny, and prepare an extremely convincing story about inventing Post-its. This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are heading back to 1997 to revisit Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion, starring Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow. Romy and Michele may have survived high school, but when their 10-year reunion rolls around, suddenly their perfectly happy lives don’t seem quite impressive enough. The solution? Reinvent themselves as wildly successful businesswomen and hope nobody asks too many follow-up questions. We’re talking about: ✨ Why Romy and Michele’s friendship makes the movie work 📎 The greatest Post-it-related lie in cinematic history 👗 Those absolutely incredible costumes 💃 One of the strangest—and best—dance sequences of the ’90s 🏫 Why high school reunions are inherently terrifying 😂 The lines and moments that are still ridiculously funny 📼 And whether Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion deserves a permanent spot in the VHS collection Plus, we’ll dig into behind-the-scenes trivia, our favorite moments, and everything else that makes this movie such a gloriously weird ’90s time capsule. And Tater Tots: tell us in the comments, if you had to invent an elaborate fake career to impress everyone at your high school reunion, what would it be? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Marvel's First Movie Was HOWARD THE DUCK?! | Review ft. Chris Bumbray | The VHS Club Ep. 140 | 14 Aug 2026 | 01:12:29 | |
Before the MCU... before Iron Man... there was Howard the Duck. This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are joined by film critic Chris Bumbray to revisit one of the strangest comic book movies ever made. Was it really the disaster everyone remembers? Has it secretly become a misunderstood cult classic? Or is George Lucas's oddball talking duck exactly as bizarre in 2026 as it was in 1986? We'll dive into: 🦆 Why Howard the Duck became one of Hollywood's biggest flops 🎬 George Lucas's involvement after Return of the Jedi 📚 How different the movie is from the Marvel comics 🎸 Lea Thompson, Tim Robbins, and that unforgettable soundtrack 👀 Behind-the-scenes stories, trivia, and Easter eggs 🤔 Does Howard deserve a second chance? Whether you've loved it for years or have only heard the legends, grab your popcorn and join us for another nostalgic trip through the VHS era. 👍 If you enjoy movie reviews, cult classics, forgotten films, and '80s nostalgia, don't forget to like, subscribe, and let us know your thoughts in the comments! 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Bio-Dome (1996) Review | Pauly Shore, Stephen Baldwin & Peak '90s Chaos | The VHS Club Ep. 139 | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:54:04 | |
Can two lovable idiots accidentally lock themselves inside a high-tech environmental experiment... and somehow save the day? This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat revisit Bio-Dome (1996), the outrageous cult comedy starring Pauly Shore and Stephen Baldwin. From slapstick chaos and unforgettable one-liners to its surprising environmental message, we're asking the big question: Does Bio-Dome deserve its reputation as one of the most ridiculous and terrible comedies of the '90s... or is there more to it than people remember? In this episode we discuss:
Whether you grew up quoting this movie or you're watching it for the very first time, join us as we head back to the video store and revisit another VHS-era favorite. 🎬 What did you think of Bio-Dome?Did it age better than expected, or should it have stayed in the '90s? Let us know in the comments! See what Toni and Ryan thought of the movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nCo6QWXmlu0 (spoiler: they didn't love it... 😂) 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Gods Must Be Crazy (1980) — The Coca-Cola Bottle That Changed Everything | The VHS Club ep 138 | 31 Jul 2026 | 00:58:27 | |
A glass Coke bottle falls from the sky and somehow launches one of the most unexpected movie hits of the 1980s. This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat head to the Kalahari Desert to revisit The Gods Must Be Crazy, the quirky South African comedy that became a word-of-mouth sensation and a video store favorite. We discuss the film's unique premise, unforgettable physical comedy, surprising global success, and whether it still works for modern audiences. Along the way, we'll explore behind-the-scenes trivia, the movie's unusual journey to cult-classic status, and why a simple Coca-Cola bottle became one of the most memorable movie props of the decade. Was this a forgotten gem worth rediscovering, or should it stay in the VHS era? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| A Knight's Tale (2001) Review | Heath Ledger, Rock Music & Medieval Mayhem | The VHS Club ep 137 | 24 Jul 2026 | 01:02:08 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we're saddling up for one of the most fun and unexpected movies of the early 2000s: A Knight's Tale. Join us as they revisit the film that asked an important question: What if medieval jousting tournaments felt like a rock concert? Starring Heath Ledger, Paul Bettany, Rufus Sewell, and Shannyn Sossamon, A Knight's Tale mixes knights, romance, comedy, sports movie energy, and a killer soundtrack featuring Queen, David Bowie, and more. It's a movie that absolutely shouldn't work on paper... yet somehow became a fan favorite. We'll discuss Heath Ledger's star-making performance, Geoffrey Chaucer stealing every scene, the unforgettable soundtrack, behind-the-scenes trivia, and whether this medieval underdog story still holds up more than 20 years later. Is A Knight's Tale a modern classic? Or is it just a product of its time? Grab your armor, practice your jousting pose, and join us for another trip back to the VHS era. Read Roger Ebert's adorable review of this one: https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/a-knights-tale-2001 A Knight's Tale review in the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2001/aug/31/geoffreychaucer Be kind. Rewind. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Ever After Is the Best Cinderella Movie (And We'll Defend It) | The VHS Club Podcast Ep. 136 | 02 Jul 2026 | 01:15:39 | |
What if the best Cinderella movie wasn't animated... or even magical? This week on The VHS Club, Katie is joined by special guest Marielou Mandl to revisit Ever After, the beloved 1998 retelling of the classic fairy tale starring Drew Barrymore, Dougray Scott, and Anjelica Huston. Is this the greatest Cinderella adaptation ever made? Why has it remained such a comfort movie for so many people? We'll dive into the performances, unforgettable costumes, romance, behind-the-scenes trivia, and all the reasons this version continues to charm audiences nearly 30 years later. We'll also share our favorite scenes, fun production facts, and decide whether Ever After deserves its place among the all-time great '90s movies. Grab your favorite movie snack, rewind the tape, and join us live! What if the best Cinderella movie wasn't animated... or even magical? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Fifth Element (1997) with Doc Rock | The VHS Club Podcast Episode 135 | 26 Jun 2026 | 01:06:47 | |
Multi-pass? More like multi-watch. This week on The VHS Club, Katie is joined by special guest co-host Doc Rock to revisit one of the most beloved sci-fi films of the VHS era: The Fifth Element. Directed by Luc Besson and starring Bruce Willis, Milla Jovovich, Gary Oldman, and Chris Tucker in a role only Chris Tucker could play, The Fifth Element is a wild blend of science fiction, action, comedy, and pure 90s weirdness. Since this happens to be Doc's favorite movie, we're diving deep into what makes it so special. From the unforgettable world-building and costume design to the iconic characters, quotable lines, and behind-the-scenes stories, we'll explore why this colorful cult classic continues to stand out nearly 30 years later. We'll also discuss: 🚕 Flying cars and futuristic predictions 🧡 Leeloo's journey from supreme being to pop culture icon 🎤 The unforgettable Ruby Rhod 🎬 Fun facts and behind-the-scenes trivia 📼 Whether The Fifth Element still holds up today So grab your multipass, hop into your flying taxi, and join us live. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Encino Man (1992) - Wheezing the Ju-uice! | The VHS Club ep 134 | 21 Jun 2026 | 01:05:29 | |
Buuuuuddy! This week on The VHS Club, we're heading back to 1992 to revisit Encino Man, the movie that introduced many of us to Brendan Fraser's lovable cave man, gave Pauly Shore one of his most iconic roles, and somehow convinced an entire generation that thawing out a frozen prehistoric human was a totally reasonable high school science project. We'll talk about Brendan Fraser's star-making performance, Pauly Shore at the peak of his powers, Sean Astin before Middle-earth, and why this weird little comedy has remained a beloved VHS-era favorite for more than 30 years. Plus: 🥔 Fun behind-the-scenes trivia 🧊 The surprising origins of the movie 📼 Why Brendan Fraser almost wasn't cast 🎬 The legacy of Pauly Shore's biggest hit 🏫 Peak early-90s high school movie energy ⚡ Our favorite moments, quotes, and memories So grab a Big Gulp, throw on your flannel, and join us as we ask the important question: Does Encino Man still wheeze the ju-uice? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| We Finally Reviewed Strange Brew... Take Off, Eh! | The VHS Club ep 133 | 12 Jun 2026 | 01:06:30 | |
Take off, eh! This week on The VHS Club, we're cracking open a cold one and revisiting the Canadian cult comedy classic, Strange Brew, which stars Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas as the legendary Bob & Doug McKenzie. From beer factories and hockey jokes to bizarre villains, Shakespeare references, and some of the most quotable lines to ever come out of Canada, we're diving deep into one of the strangest comedies of the VHS era. We'll discuss: 🍁 How Bob & Doug McKenzie became cultural icons 🍺 The surprising Hamlet connection 📼 Our favorite scenes, quotes, and moments 🎬 Behind-the-scenes trivia and production stories 🇨🇦 Whether Strange Brew still holds up today ⭐ Our final Christian Tater ratings Was Strange Brew a staple in your VHS collection? Or is this your first trip to the Elsinore Brewery? Join the conversation live and let us know.Fun fact! Strange Brew is loosely based on Shakespeare's Hamlet. Once you know that, it's impossible to unsee, from the dead father and evil brewery owner to the romance and revenge plot hiding underneath all the beer jokes. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Spaceballs (1987) Review: Mel Brooks’ Star Wars Parody Still Rules the Galaxy | The VHS Club ep 132 | 29 May 2026 | 00:59:42 | |
This week on The VHS Club, Katie & Nat are joined by Josh to revisit one of the greatest sci-fi comedies ever made — Spaceballs (1987). Directed by Mel Brooks and starring Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman, John Candy, and Daphne Zuniga, this legendary parody takes aim at Star Wars, merchandising culture, sci-fi tropes, and basically anything else Mel Brooks could squeeze into hyperspace. Join us as we:
From ludicrous speed to Schwartz jokes, this movie remains one of the funniest and most endlessly rewatchable comedies of the 80s. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Who’s the Master? The Last Dragon (1985) | The VHS Club 🐉 - Ep 131 | 22 May 2026 | 01:00:13 | |
This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are diving into one of the most gloriously 80s movies ever put on a VHS shelf: The Last Dragon. Produced by Berry Gordy and starring martial artist Taimak as Leroy Green, this cult classic blends kung fu movies, Motown energy, comic book vibes, and peak 80s style into something completely unique. Leroy, also known as “Bruce Leroy,” is on a quest to achieve the ultimate level of martial arts mastery known as The Glow. But standing in his way is the outrageous villain Sho’nuff (the self-proclaimed Shogun of Harlem), a kidnapping plot, and a whole lot of neon-soaked action. Join us as we: - Break down why this movie became a beloved cult classic - Talk about Sho’nuff as one of the greatest over-the-top villains of the 80s - Explore the Motown influence and unforgettable soundtrack - Revisit the wild blend of kung fu, comedy, romance, and music video aestheticsIs The Last Dragon one of the most delightfully bizarre movies of the 80s… or is it secretly a masterpiece? Grab your popcorn, find your inner Glow, and join us for another trip back to the video store. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| A League of Their Own (1992) Review ⚾️ | VHS Club x If These Balls Could Talk Ep 130 | 15 May 2026 | 01:22:23 | |
This week on The VHS Club, it’s another crossover episode as Katie & Nat team up with John, Mark, and Producer Pete from If These Balls Could Talk to revisit one of the most beloved sports movies of the 90s — A League of Their Own (1992). Directed by Penny Marshall and starring Geena Davis, Lori Petty, Tom Hanks, Rosie O’Donnell, and Madonna, this iconic baseball classic follows the rise of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League during World War II — and delivers one of the most quotable sports movies ever made. Join us as we: - Revisit the Rockford Peaches and the unforgettable team dynamics - Talk Tom Hanks’ legendary performance as Jimmy Dugan - Dive into the emotional moments, comedy, and baseball chaos - Discuss why this movie still connects decades later - Talk Madonna, Rosie O’Donnell, and peak 90s ensemble casts .. And yes… THERE’S NO CRYING IN BASEBALL Funny, heartfelt, endlessly quotable, and packed with nostalgia, A League of Their Own remains one of the greatest sports movies ever made. So grab your glove, dust off the VHS tapes, and join us for another movie night with friends. In this episode, we’re joined by:John, Mark, and Producer Pete from If These Balls Could Talk — a podcast bringing sports, pop culture, and technology together with all the confidence you’d expect from New York and Massachusetts sports fans. Catch them live Thursdays at 9:30 and Sundays, and find them online @iftheseballspod or at: https://www.iftheseballscouldtalkpod.com 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Shakespeare in Love (1998) Review — Does It Still Deserve Best Picture? | The VHS Club Ep 129 | 08 May 2026 | 00:59:05 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back to the Elizabethan stage to revisit Shakespeare in Love (1998) — the romantic period drama that somehow beat Saving Private Ryan for Best Picture. After a recent trip to Shakespeare's Globe, Katie is all about diving back into this nostalgic rewatch. From theater culture and behind-the-scenes storytelling to iconic performances by Gwyneth Paltrow and Joseph Fiennes, we’re diving into what made this movie such a moment in the late 90s. But the real question is… does it still hold up? We break down: – The real history vs. Hollywood fiction – The performances, romance, and writing – That controversial Academy Awards win – And whether this movie is actually worthy of its legacy 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Client (1994) — Darkest “Kid Movie” Ever?! | The VHS Club Ep 128 | 18 Apr 2026 | 01:02:37 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re cracking open the legal thriller The Client (1994)… and asking one big question: Why is this movie about a kid SO intense?! Starring Brad Renfro, Susan Sarandon, and Tommy Lee Jones, this 90s courtroom drama somehow became a core childhood memory for way too many of us. From mob secrets and FBI pressure to one very stressed-out lawyer, this movie does NOT hold back. In this episode, we’re breaking down:
Be honest 👇 Did The Client mess you up as a kid… or were you totally fine watching this at age 10? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Top Gun (1986) | Still Dangerous… or Just Pure 80s Vibes? | The VHS Club Ep. 127 | 10 Apr 2026 | 01:11:38 | |
Grab your aviators and cue up the Kenny Loggins, because we’re heading into the danger zone. This week on The VHS Club, we’re reviewing Top Gun — the iconic 1986 blockbuster starring Tom Cruise that defined cool for an entire generation. From beach volleyball and fighter jets to questionable romance and elite pilot egos, this movie is peak 80s energy. Plus, it turns 40 this year! We’re breaking down:
Be honest 👇Is Top Gun still elite… or just coasting on vibes? 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Cocoon (1985) — Aliens, Retirement Homes & Eternal Youth?! | VHS Club Ep. 126 | 03 Apr 2026 | 01:04:43 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re diving into Cocoon — the sci-fi classic from Ron Howard that asks the important question: what if the fountain of youth was… alien-powered? Set in a Florida retirement community, Cocoon follows a group of seniors who discover a mysterious pool that gives them renewed energy, strength… and maybe a second chance at life. But when they learn the truth behind the source, things get cosmic fast. We’re talking: 👽 Peak 80s sci-fi vibes 🏊♂️ That iconic glowing pool 😭 Surprisingly emotional moments 🎭 A stacked cast including Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, and Jessica Tandy 🏆 Why this movie actually won Oscars?! Does Cocoon still hold up? Is it cozy sci-fi… or just plain weird? Grab your snacks, hit rewind, and hang out with us like it’s movie night in 1985. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Breakfast Club: Detention, Stereotypes & Teen Angst Done Right | The VHS Club Ep. 125 | 27 Mar 2026 | 01:10:45 | |
Don’t you… forget about this episode. This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back to Saturday detention (on a Thursday night) with The Breakfast Club. It's the ultimate 80s coming-of-age classic that somehow made a group of high school stereotypes feel painfully real. Join us as we break down:
Is The Breakfast Club a timeless masterpiece… or are we all just nostalgic for detention? Grab your snacks, bring your hot takes, and let's hang out and talk 80s movies. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Wizard (1989) — The Most 80s Video Game Movie Ever? | VHS Club Ep. 124 | 20 Mar 2026 | 01:08:00 | |
Power gloves. Road trips. Nintendo domination. This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back to 1989 to revisit The Wizard — the movie that made every kid want to be a video game champion.Jimmy, Corey, and Haley hit the road on a cross-country adventure that leads to the ultimate video game showdown… and one of the most memorable Nintendo reveals of the decade. Joining us for this episode is one of our own Tater Tots, Josh, who picked tonight’s movie. Together we’re digging into everything that made The Wizard such a legendary VHS-era watch — the gaming nostalgia, the Power Glove, the surprise debut of Super Mario Bros. 3, and whether this movie is actually good… or just pure 80s marketing magic. Was this a heartfelt road trip movie…or the greatest Nintendo commercial ever made? Grab some popcorn, pull up a beanbag chair, and hang out with us in the basement while we find out if The Wizard still holds up. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Mean Girls Before Mean Girls: Heathers (1988) | The VHS Club – Ep 123 | 13 Mar 2026 | 01:11:22 | |
Welcome back to The VHS Club! This week, Katie and Nat are diving into one of the darkest and most iconic teen comedies of the late 80s: Heathers. Long before Mean Girls, this movie took high school cliques, popularity politics, and teenage angst and turned the dial all the way up to eleven. With razor-sharp dialogue, unforgettable one-liners, and a pitch-black sense of humor, Heathers became a cult classic that still feels surprisingly bold today. Starring Winona Ryder, Christian Slater, and Shannen Doherty, the film follows Veronica Sawyer as she navigates the dangerously glamorous social hierarchy of Westerburg High and a mysterious new boyfriend who has some very extreme ideas about solving the school’s popularity problem. Join us as we: 💄 Break down the Heathers as the original mean girl clique 🖤 Talk about the movie’s famously dark humor and controversial theme 📼 Explore how this box office underperformer became a massive cult classic 🎬 Discuss the performances, the fashion, and the endlessly quotable dialogue Did this movie define your teenage years… or did you discover it later as a cult classic? Grab your scrunchies, shoulder pads, and a Slurpee and join us for another trip back to the video store. -- Tonight’s movie includes themes of suicide. While we approach our conversations in a casual, movie-night style, we recognize this is a serious topic that can affect people in different ways.If this topic hits close to home, you’re not alone. In the U.S., you can call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Curses, Sandstorms & Scarab Swarms: The Mummy (1999) | The VHS Club – Ep 122 | 06 Mar 2026 | 01:07:23 | |
This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are unearthing the swashbuckling, sand-blasted adventure that gave us peak ’90s action energy: The Mummy (1999). No guest this time. Just your resident Tater Tots diving headfirst into ancient curses, practical effects chaos, and one of the most unexpectedly charming action movies of the VHS era. From desert shootouts to CGI sandstorms that somehow still slap, The Mummy isn’t just a creature feature, it’s a perfectly balanced cocktail of horror, humor, romance, and Brendan Fraser at full himbo-hero power. Join us as we: 🏺 Break down Rick O’Connell as a top-tier VHS heartthrob 🔥 Talk Imhotep, plagues, scarabs, and THAT sand-face moment 📚 Celebrate Evelyn as the clumsy, brilliant queen she is 🐫 Revisit why this movie felt huge in theaters and iconic on VHS 😂 Share favorite quotes, scenes, and unhinged desert chaosIt’s funny, spooky (but not too spooky), endlessly quotable, and one of the most rewatchable adventure films of the late ’90s. So grab your Book of the Dead (maybe don’t read from it), light a torch, and let’s revisit The Mummy. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Snakes, Whips & Lost Arks: Raiders of the Lost Ark | The VHS Club – Ep 121 | 27 Feb 2026 | 01:03:28 | |
This week on The VHS Club, Katie and Nat are cracking open the fedora-filled, globe-trotting adventure that defined blockbuster filmmaking: Raiders of the Lost Ark. Joining us for this legendary rewatch is special guest Darrell, host of the Video Like a Dad Podcast, bringing peak dad movie energy to a film that has absolutely earned it.From iconic stunts and unforgettable set pieces to practical effects that still hold up decades later, Raiders isn’t just a classic — it’s a masterclass. Join us as we: 🤠 Break down Indiana Jones as an all-time movie hero 🐍 Talk snakes, Nazis, boulders, and nonstop momentum 🎬 Explore how Spielberg, Lucas, and Ford changed action movies forever 📼 Discuss why this film lived at the very top of so many VHS shelves 😂 Share favorite moments, quotes, and scenes burned into our brains It’s thrilling, funny, perfectly paced, and endlessly rewatchable — the kind of movie that reminds you why “movie night” mattered. So grab your whip, keep your eyes off the artifacts, and let’s revisit Raiders of the Lost Ark. More about Darrell / Video Like a Dad You know how Dads can’t resist giving advice whether you want it or not? Well, that’s why Darrell Stevens decided to take decades of experience and create Video Like a Dad, so he could do just that. Want to learn how to make better videos? Want to pick up a few tips and shortcuts for recording and editing? Want to giggle at some goofiness? Boom! You’ll find all this and more on Video Like a Dad’s YouTube channel, as well as Instagram, Facebook and (yes), even TikTok. C’mon. You know you need video advice, lovingly presented from a Dad-like perspective, with a healthy dose of cheesy Dad-humor. You need to hear how they did it “back in the day.” You need Video Like a Dad in your life. Visit: https://videolikeadad.com/ SOURCES 15 boulder-sized (and interesting) facts about Raiders Of The Lost Ark https://alltherightmovies.com/feature/15-interesting-facts-about-raiders-of-the-lost-ark/ Tom Selleck screentest for Indiana Jones https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUXCXCKbXb8&t=21s 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Backyard Nightmares & 80s Science: Honey, I Shrunk the Kids | The VHS Club – Ep 120 | 13 Feb 2026 | 01:08:26 | |
Science was reckless in the 80s. And we loved it.In this episode of The VHS Club, we’re shrinking ourselves down and revisiting Honey, I Shrunk the Kids, the Disney classic that made our backyards feel terrifying, cereal bowls feel deadly, and parents feel… wildly unqualified. Joining us for this adventure is Zac Brown, and together we dig into:
Is it a family classic that holds up? Or just a perfectly preserved slice of VHS-era imagination? Either way, we’re pressing play and shrinking our expectations accordingly. Zac Brown, host of The Zac Brown Show - introduces you to old friends one story at a time. / @thezacbrownnetwork 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Serial Killers, 90s Grit & Existential Dread: Seven | The VHS Club – Ep 119 | 06 Feb 2026 | 01:04:35 | |
What’s in the box?? No seriously. We need to talk about it. In this episode of The VHS Club, we’re rewinding to Seven (1995), David Fincher’s bleak, rain-soaked thriller that permanently altered the vibe of 90s cinema. Starring Brad Pitt and Morgan Freeman, this movie is all grit, dread, and slow-building horror that sticks with you long after the tape stops spinning.Join us as we spiral together, unpacking:
That ending. Yes. That ending. We are not okay. Is Seven a flawless thriller or a beautifully crafted nightmare you only revisit when you’re emotionally prepared? Either way, it’s a VHS-era classic that demands discussion. So dim the lights, hug your couch pillow, and press play. This one gets dark. (But don't worry. We'll still bring the laughs). New episodes every week Live chat + side quests encouraged You’re among friends here 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Help Is on the Way, Dear: Mrs. Doubtfire | The VHS Club – Ep 118 | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:59:53 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we're revisiting one of the most beloved, quotable, and emotionally sneaky family films of the 90s: Mrs. Doubtfire. What starts as a high-concept comedy packed with slapstick, wigs, and unforgettable one-liners slowly reveals itself to be a surprisingly heartfelt story about divorce, parenting, and showing up for the people you love — even if it means a full prosthetic makeover. Join us as we: 👵 Celebrate Robin Williams’ iconic, chaotic performance 🎭 Talk disguises, voice work, and physical comedy magic ❤️ Dig into the emotional moments that hit harder as adults 📼 Discuss why this movie was inescapable on VHS in the 90s 😂 Quote scenes we absolutely still have memorized It’s funny, tender, ridiculous, and timeless — the kind of movie that made you laugh as a kid and quietly wrecked you as an adult.So grab some drive-by fruit, keep an eye on the stove, and remember: help is on the way, dear. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| One Ping Only: The Hunt for Red October | The VHS Club – Ep 117 🚢🔴 | 24 Jan 2026 | 01:07:11 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we're diving deep (very deep) into Cold War submarine thriller territory with The Hunt for Red Potato... we mean October. Equal parts military procedural, political chess match, and ultimate “my dad definitely loved this movie” classic, Red October is packed with tense standoffs, whispered strategy, and an all-timer cast led by Sean Connery and Alec Baldwin. Join us as we: 🚢 Break down the high-stakes submarine cat-and-mouse game 🔴 Talk accents, performances, and iconic line deliveries 🎧 Appreciate the sound design, score, and nail-biting tension 📼 Discuss why this movie defined prestige VHS shelf space 🧠 Debate whether you need to understand submarines to love itIt’s smart, serious, quietly thrilling, and surprisingly cozy — the kind of movie you’d catch halfway through on cable and immediately commit to finishing. So grab your sonar headphones, trust the navigation, and prepare for one ping only. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Attitude Over Experience: Kuffs (1992) | The VHS Club – Ep 116 | 16 Jan 2026 | 01:04:42 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we're kicking back with one of the most aggressively early-’90s action comedies ever made: Kuffs. And BONUS, it has one of our all-time fave actors, Christian Tater. Uh... Slater. Christian Slater. Christian Slater brings peak smirk, sunglasses, and questionable decision-making as a reluctant San Francisco patrolman who somehow talks his way through danger, crime, and authority figures — often while breaking the fourth wall. Join us as we: 😎 Break down Slater’s unmatched 90s attitude era 🔫 Talk action-comedy tropes that only worked in this decade 🎤 Discuss the wild tonal swings (funny? serious? both??) 📼 Explore why Kuffs feels forgotten — and whether it deserves cult status 🕶️ Bask in maximum VHS shelf energy and neon-soaked vibesIt’s cocky, chaotic, and unapologetically of its time — the kind of movie you stumbled across on cable and somehow remembered forever.So grab your sunglasses (indoors, obviously), lean into the swagger, and let’s talk Kuffs. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Friends, Lovers & That Deli Scene: When Harry Met Sally | The VHS Club – Ep 115 | 09 Jan 2026 | 01:03:20 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we're heading back to late-’80s New York for one of the most quoted, debated, and beloved rom-coms of all time: When Harry Met Sally.From cross-country car rides to bookstore debates, fall sweaters, and that deli scene… this movie has shaped how an entire generation thinks about love, friendship, and whether men and women can ever just be friends. Join us as we: 🥪 Revisit the iconic moments everyone still quotes 🍂 Bask in peak cozy fall movie vibes 💬 Debate Harry’s wildly confident relationship theories ❤️ Talk chemistry, timing, and why this love story still works 🎞️ Explore what makes this film timeless (and what feels very late-’80s) It’s sharp, funny, romantic, and endlessly rewatchable — the kind of movie that feels like catching up with old friends. So grab a comfy sweater, order pie (heated up, obviously), and settle in as we ask the eternal question all over again. SOURCES: "'It gets everything so right': Why When Harry met Sally is the greatest romcom of all time" https://www.bbc.com/culture/article/2... 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Llamas, Legends & Unhinged Villains: The Emperor’s New Groove | The VHS Club – Ep 114 🦙 | 27 Dec 2025 | 00:58:59 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re cranking the lever (WRONG LEVERRR!) and diving into one of Disney’s funniest, weirdest, and most delightfully chaotic animated films: The Emperor’s New Groove. Katie and Nat are joined by special guest Caleb — creator, live streamer, Disney lover, and professional “pull the lever” reenactor — to break down why this movie remains a cult classic two decades later. Join us as we: 🦙 Celebrate Kuzco’s unmatched diva energy 💪 Discuss whether Kronk is the greatest himbo in cinematic history 🧪 Explore Yzma’s wild villain vibes (and her secret to staying… youthful?) 🎨 Talk about the surprising behind-the-scenes production drama that reshaped the entire film 😂 Quote every line we have absolutely no business remembering this clearly It’s chaotic. It’s quotable. It’s cozy Saturday-morning VHS perfection. So grab your spinach puffs, hop into the rollercoaster lab entrance, and let’s get our GROOVE on. Caleb Joshua Hill is a creator, live streamer, and sharer at CJH's Fantasyland Adventures. You can learn more and follow him at https://linktr.ee/CalebJoshuaHill 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| 80s & 90s Toys, VHS Treasures & Collector Chaos w/ Moonshot Moose | The VHS Club – Ep 113 | 19 Dec 2025 | 01:22:38 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re doing something a little different… and a whole lot of FUN. Katie and Nat are joined by the one and only Moose Moran from Moonshot Moose — the ultimate guru of 80s/90s nostalgia, vintage toys, VHS oddities, and the kinds of treasures you forgot you loved until you see them again.If you grew up wandering toy aisles, rewinding tapes with a pencil, or begging your parents for just one more action figure… this episode is basically a time machine. Join us as we: 🕹️ Dive into 80s & 90s toy culture — what survived, what’s valuable, and what we all regret throwing away 📼 Talk about the magic of VHS collecting and why physical media still hits different 🎯 Explore Moose’s incredible collector origin story & his favorite wild finds 🎒 Compare the toys we loved vs. the ones that never lived up to the commercial hype 💥 Debate which 80s/90s franchises deserve a comeback (don’t worry, we have opinions) This is a nostalgia-fueled hangout for every toy kid, tape kid, and Saturday-morning-cartoon kid at heart. Grab your Trapper Keeper, your POGS, and your best Blockbuster memories, we’re going THRIFTING through time with Moose. Learn more about Moonshot Moose at https://www.moonshotmoose.com 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Some Kind of Wonderful: Love Triangles, Drum Solos & John Hughes Chaos | The VHS Club – Ep 112 | 12 Dec 2025 | 01:09:53 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back to 1987 for one of John Hughes’ most underrated teen romance classics, Some Kind of Wonderful! And this time, Katie and Nat are joined by a very special guest: Sean (“Tater”) from the But Mostly Disney podcast 🎉 In this episode, we’re diving into the world of Keith, Watts, Amanda Jones, questionable high school social hierarchies, and one of the greatest friendship-to-lovers arcs the 80s ever gave us. Join us as we: 🥁 Talk about why Watts may be one of the BEST 80s teen characters 💘 Break down the Hughes love-triangle formula and why it hits different in this film 🎨 Revisit the iconic art, music, and style that made this movie stand out 🎞️ Share behind-the-scenes trivia, fun facts, and all our VHS-era nostalgia 👑 Debate: Is this secretly the superior version of Pretty in Pink? (Some say yes. Loudly.) So grab your leather jacket, hop behind the drum kit, and meet us in the garage, it’s time to relive Some Kind of Wonderful. Sean is the creator and host of But MOSTLY Disney (@youtater) a YouTube channel and weekly live podcast dedicated to keeping the Disney magic alive. From family traditions to frequent trips to Orlando with his wife, Sean brings fresh Disney adventures to fans everywhere. When he’s not creating content, he’s selling real estate and helping plan Disney vacations. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Toy Story: Friendship, Jealousy & Plastic Existentialism | The VHS Club – Ep 111 🤠 | 05 Dec 2025 | 01:18:05 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re blasting off to 1995 for the movie that changed animation forever... Toy Story! And this episode is extra special because we’re joined by our friend Josh, who picked this movie in honor of his birthday! 🎉 Katie, Nat, and Birthday Boy Josh are diving into the iconic world of Woody, Buzz, and the toy box that launched Pixar into the stratosphere. Join us as we: 🤠 Explore how Toy Story became the first-ever fully computer-animated feature film 🚀 Talk about the brilliant storytelling, quotable lines, and heartstring-pulling moments 🧸 Debate one of cinema’s greatest rivalries-turned-friendships: Woody vs. Buzz 🎶 Celebrate Randy Newman’s soundtrack, from “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” to the emotional deep cuts 🛠️ Share behind-the-scenes secrets, groundbreaking animation facts, and a whole lot of nostalgia So grab your favorite childhood toy, avoid the neighbor kid with a firecracker, and join our toy box of chaos for Josh’s birthday bash!Want to wish Josh a happy birthday or share your favorite Toy Story character? Drop it in the comments! 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Planes, Trains & Automobiles: Holiday Chaos, Heart & Hand-Towel Trauma | The VHS Club – Ep 110 🦃 | 28 Nov 2025 | 01:05:37 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re hitting the road (and the rails…and the skies…) for the ultimate holiday travel adventure — Planes, Trains & Automobiles! Katie and Nat are buckling up for mismatched-road-buddy mayhem, emotional gut punches, and comedy moments so iconic you can practically hear the car door ripping off. Join us as we: 🦃 Revisit the John Hughes magic that blends outrageous comedy with genuine heart 😂 Break down the funniest scenes from “Those aren’t pillows!” to the burned-to-a-crisp rental car 💺 Talk about why this movie nails the feeling of holiday travel disasters better than anything else 👔 Explore the unexpectedly deep friendship between two total opposites 🎥 Share behind-the-scenes trivia, deleted bits, and our favorite quotable lines ❤️ Discuss why this film remains a Thanksgiving classic that still hits home today So grab your giant puffy winter coat, grip that steering wheel for dear life, and meet us at the terminal — we’re taking this show on the road. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Pretty in Pink: 80s Heartbreak, Thrift-Store Chic & Duckie Devotion | The VHS Club – Ep 109 💗 | 21 Nov 2025 | 01:07:06 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re slow-dancing our way back to 1986 for one of John Hughes’ most iconic teen films — Pretty in Pink! Katie and Nat are rolling into the hallways of Shermer High to talk heartbreak, class wars, prom drama, and of course… the legend that is Duckie Dale. Join us as we: 💗 Break down the Molly Ringwald era of teen movies and why her characters shaped a generation 🎸 Debate the ultimate 80s love triangle: Blane vs. Duckie (and whether Andie chose correctly!) 🛍️ Celebrate the thrift-store fashion, DIY prom dress energy, and killer soundtrack 💔 Share behind-the-scenes trivia, alternate endings, and our favorite quotable moments 📼 Explore why this film still hits so hard for anyone who’s ever felt like the outsider So grab your best vintage blazer, cue up The Psychedelic Furs, and meet us by the lockers — it’s time to get pretty nostalgic. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Ghostbusters: Who Ya Gonna Call (and Cook With)? | The VHS Club – Ep 108 👻🍳 | 14 Nov 2025 | 01:04:49 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we ain’t afraid of no ghosts — or zombies, or robots! Katie and Nat are strapping on their proton packs to revisit Ghostbusters (1984), the supernatural comedy that defined a generation. Joining them are special guests Kyle (writer and director) and Zuzu (actor) of the brand-new indie comedy Cuisine de la ’Pocalypse — a wild, post-apocalyptic romp that mashes up zombies, robots, and 80s-style absurdity into one deliciously campy dish. Watch the trailer for the film at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5A2YA-88ocA and then check out the full film on Amazon Prime or YouTube. Together they: ⚡ Break down what made Ghostbusters the ultimate 80s blockbuster 🍳 Talk about how Cuisine de la ’Pocalypse channels the spirit of Mel Brooks, Steve Martin, and Monty Python🎥 Explore the challenges (and hilarity) of making a low-budget film with big throwback energy 🧟♂️ Compare slime, satire, and survival — from NYC ghosts to Montana mayhem It’s nostalgia meets new-school creativity in this supernatural-sized episode! 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Mary Poppins: Spoonfuls of Magic, Chaos & Chimney Soot | The VHS Club – Ep 107 ☂️ | 07 Nov 2025 | 01:01:30 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re taking a jolly holiday back to 1964 for one of Disney’s most beloved classics — Mary Poppins! With special guest Andrew joining Katie and Nat, we’re diving into the practically perfect world of flying nannies, dancing penguins, and catchy tunes that defined a generation. Join us as we: ☂️ Explore the behind-the-scenes magic that brought Mary, Bert, and the Banks family to life 🎵 Talk about the groundbreaking mix of live action and animation that set a new standard for musicals 🧹 Debate whether Mary Poppins is more sweet nanny or undercover chaos agent 🏰 Share fun facts, trivia, and a few spoonfuls of nostalgia along the way So grab your umbrella, hop on a carousel horse, and let’s step in time together! Andrew Prince (of Accessible Adventures with Andrew) is a creator whose content focuses on traveling with a wheelchair. From family vacations on Disney Cruise Line or at Disney Parks, or other locations in the US. When he’s not creating content, he’s editing videos and planning his next adventure. YouTube channel link: https://www.youtube.com/@AndrewPrince 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Rocky Horror Picture Show: Time Warps, Corsets & Midnight Mayhem | The VHS Club – Ep 106 👄 | 31 Oct 2025 | 01:09:45 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re slipping into fishnets and stepping into one of the wildest cult classics of all time — The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975). What started as a small stage musical exploded into a global phenomenon that still packs theaters nearly 50 years later. Join Katie and Nat as they: 🕺 Dive into the outrageous history behind the film’s creation 💋 Talk about Tim Curry’s legendary performance as Dr. Frank-N-Furter 🎬 Explore how Rocky Horror became the blueprint for audience participation and midnight screenings 🎤 Debate whether it’s a musical masterpiece, chaotic fever dream, or both So pull up your garter belt, grab your toast, and let’s do the Time Warp again!SOURCES:Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary: Tim Curry, Barry Bostwick & Cast Reunite: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_fdEM6A5aDQ 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Texas Chainsaw Massacre: Barbecue, Panic, and the Birth of Modern Horror | The VHS Club – Ep 105 🔪 | 25 Oct 2025 | 01:08:38 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading deep into the Texas backroads for one of the most terrifying films ever made — The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974). What began as a low-budget indie shocker turned into a horror revolution that changed cinema forever. Join Katie and Nat as they: 🪚 Explore the true stories and urban legends that inspired the film 🔥 Talk about the chaos and brilliance of shooting in 100-degree Texas heat 🎭 Break down Leatherface’s lasting impact on horror villains 🎞️ Debate whether Chainsaw is pure exploitation, genius social commentary, or both. Grab your popcorn (and maybe a flashlight). This one’s loud, gritty, and unforgettable. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Christine: Killer Cars, 80s Angst & Stephen King Chaos | The VHS Club – Ep 104 🚗💀 | 16 Oct 2025 | 01:02:22 | |
This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re shifting into high gear with Christine (1983) — the supernatural horror classic where teenage obsession meets murderous muscle car. Directed by John Carpenter and based on Stephen King’s novel, Christine is revved up with 80s grit, chrome, and pure evil on four wheels. Join us as we: 🚘 Revisit Arnie Cunningham’s transformation from nerd to nightmare driver 🔥 Break down the unforgettable car carnage and Carpenter’s killer score 📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and King vs. Carpenter fun facts 😱 Debate whether Christine is a cautionary tale, a cult classic, or both Whether you saw it from the backseat at a drive-in or caught it on a dusty VHS tape, this episode will make you think twice before falling in love with your car. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| The Lost Boys: Vampires, Leather Jackets & 80s Cool | The VHS Club – Ep 103 🧛♂️ | 03 Oct 2025 | 01:01:10 | |
This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re heading back to 1987 with one of the most stylish vampire flicks of all time — The Lost Boys. A perfect blend of horror, comedy, and MTV-era swagger that made vampires cool (and mullets questionable). Join us as we: 🧛 Revisit Michael, Sam, and the vamp gang tearing up Santa Carla 🎸 Break down the unforgettable soundtrack and beach-concert vibes 📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and 80s fashion gems 😎 Debate whether The Lost Boys is peak vampire cinema or just deliciously camp Whether you caught it at a midnight screening, wore out your VHS tape, or are meeting David and his crew for the first time, this episode is packed with bloodsuckers, saxophones, and plenty of 80s attitude. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Final Destination: Dodging Death & 2000s Horror Vibes | The VHS Club – Ep 102 ☠️ | 26 Sep 2025 | 01:10:19 | |
This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re rewinding to the year 2000 with one of the most iconic horror flicks of the new millennium — Final Destination. The movie that made us all side-eye airplanes, kitchen knives, and even shower curtains. Join us as we: ✈️ Revisit Alex Browning’s terrifying premonition of Flight 180 💀 Break down the inventive (and ridiculous) ways Death comes calling 📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and Y2K-era nostalgia 😱 Debate whether Final Destination is a horror masterpiece or just a guilty pleasure Whether you watched it at a sleepover, rented the VHS from Blockbuster, or are discovering it for the first time, this episode is packed with jump scares, 2000s fashion, and our best attempts at outsmarting Death. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Cult Classics: The Movies Too Weird (and Wonderful) to Die | The VHS Club – Ep 101 | 19 Sep 2025 | 01:05:05 | |
What exactly makes a movie a cult classic? Is it the midnight screenings, the quotable one-liners, or the fact that your parents just didn’t “get it”? In this episode of The VHS Club, we’re diving headfirst into the world of cult cinema—those quirky, bizarre, beloved movies that refuse to fade away. Join us as we: 🍿 Break down what defines a cult classic 🤩 Share our personal favorites (and guilty pleasures) 🎥 Revisit the wild, weird, and wonderful films that built their own fandoms 🔥 Debate which modern movies might become tomorrow’s cult classics From Rocky Horror to Donnie Darko, Better Off Dead to The Room—we’re celebrating the movies that became legendary for being anything but mainstream. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| E.T.: Phone Home, Friendship & Ugly Crying | The VHS Club – Ep 100 🎉 | 12 Sep 2025 | 01:13:07 | |
🎉 100 EPISODES! 🎉 This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re celebrating our centennial episode with one of the most beloved films of all time — Steven Spielberg’s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982). From Reese’s Pieces to “I’ll be right here,” this childhood classic defined a generation of movie magic. Join us as we: 👽 Revisit Elliott, Gertie, and the world’s sweetest alien 🍬 Break down the iconic scenes (bike ride across the moon, anyone?) 📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and Spielberg secrets 😭 Talk about why E.T. still makes us ugly-cry decades later Whether you grew up clutching your VHS tape of E.T. or you’re showing it to your kids for the first time, this milestone episode is packed with nostalgia, laughs, and love. Thank you for 100 episodes of memories, movies, and mayhem. We couldn’t have done it without you! 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Amadeus: Genius, Jealousy & Killer Wigs | The VHS Club – Ep 99 | 05 Sep 2025 | 00:58:51 | |
Cue the harpsichord and powdered wigs—this week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re diving into Miloš Forman’s 1984 masterpiece Amadeus. Loosely based on Peter Shaffer’s stage play, this Academy Award–winning epic brings Mozart’s music (and madness) to life in a way that’s equal parts dramatic, hilarious, and over-the-top. Join us as we: 🎼 Break down the wild rivalry between Mozart and Salieri 😂 Relive Mozart’s outrageous laugh, antics, and questionable choices 🏆 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and Oscar-winning facts 🎻 Talk about why Amadeus still reigns supreme decades later Whether you first watched Amadeus in music class, on VHS, or you’re discovering it fresh, this episode is packed with drama, laughs, and a symphony of nostalgia. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Stand by Me: Kids, Corpses & Questionable Life Choices | The VHS Club – Ep 98 | 29 Aug 2025 | 01:06:09 | |
Grab your backpack and some blueberry pie—this week on The VHS Club Podcast, we’re revisiting Rob Reiner’s 1986 classic Stand by Me. Based on Stephen King’s novella The Body, this coming-of-age film follows four friends on a journey that’s equal parts adventure, heartbreak, and nostalgia. Join us as we: 👬 Relive the unforgettable friendship of Gordie, Chris, Teddy, and Vern 🚂 Break down the most iconic (and grossest) scenes (hello, pie-eating contest!) 📼 Share behind-the-scenes trivia and 80s fun facts ❤️ Talk about why this movie still hits hard decades later If Stand by Me was part of your childhood sleepovers or if you’re discovering it fresh, this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and all the feels. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Monty Python: Killer Rabbits, Knights & Coconuts | The VHS Club - Ep 97 | 22 Aug 2025 | 00:56:46 | |
"’Tis but a scratch!" ⚔️ This week on The VHS Club Podcast, we're questing our way through the absurd brilliance of Monty Python and the Holy Grail (1975). From killer rabbits to the Knights Who Say “Ni!”, this cult comedy classic has us quoting nonstop and laughing until it hurts. Join us as we: 🐇 Revisit the most iconic scenes and one-liners 🥖 Debate which bits are still the funniest (and most bizarre) 🏰 Share behind-the-scenes facts you may not know 🎥 Relive why Holy Grail is still one of the greatest comedies ever made Grab your coconuts and gallop along with us for this nostalgia-packed trip back to Camelot (it’s only a model). 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Leaning Tower of Cheeza! Revisiting A Goofy Movie | The VHS Club - Ep 96 | 15 Aug 2025 | 01:11:29 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re standing out — above the crowd — and hitting the road with Max and Goofy for the ultimate 90s animated road trip: A Goofy Movie (1995) 🛣️🎸 Packed with Powerline bops, mall hijinks, and some surprisingly tender father–son moments, this movie has only grown in stature since its VHS days. What once felt like a goofy side project now reads as a heartfelt, deeply relatable story about parenting, growing up, and learning how to connect — even when you’re wildly out of sync. Join us as we: It’s funny, earnest, and overflowing with 90s charm — the kind of movie you either wore out on VHS or discovered later and instantly wondered how it ever flew under the radar. So lace up your hi-tops, crank the Powerline, and get ready to stand out… above the crowd. In this episode, we’re joined by: Josh — one of our favorite Tater Tots and a lifelong VHS enthusiast. You can check out his blog at Sean — creator and host of But MOSTLY Disney, a YouTube channel and weekly live podcast dedicated to keeping the Disney magic alive. From family traditions to frequent trips to Orlando, Sean brings fresh Disney adventures to fans everywhere. Caleb Joshua Hill — creator, live streamer, and sharer at CJH’s Fantasyland Adventures. Learn more and follow along at 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Titanic: The VHS That Sank a Million Hearts | The VHS Club - Ep 95 | 08 Aug 2025 | 01:11:38 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re diving heart-first into Titanic (1997) — the epic romance that broke our teenage hearts, dominated pop culture, and absolutely destroyed our VHS rewinders. We were obsessed. With the movie. With the music. With the two-tape VHS box set. But mostly… with Leonardo DiCaprio. What starts as a sweeping historical spectacle quickly becomes an all-consuming emotional experience, complete with forbidden romance, unforgettable quotes, and a runtime that dared you to commit. Join us as we: It’s big, earnest, emotionally overwhelming, and impossible to forget — the kind of movie you watched once as a teen and carried with you forever, feelings and all. So grab your life jacket, brace for a nostalgia tsunami, and remember: it’s been 27 years… and we still have just as many feelings. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Is Batman Forever a Campy Classic or a Neon Nightmare? | The VHS Club - Ep 94 | 25 Jul 2025 | 01:02:21 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re asking a very important question: is Batman Forever secretly awesome… or just a neon-soaked fever dream in a rubber suit? Joel Schumacher’s high-voltage, wildly divisive entry in the Bat-franchise is loud, colorful, stacked with stars, and absolutely committed to the bit. With Jim Carrey unleashed at peak chaos, Tommy Lee Jones chewing every inch of scenery, Val Kilmer’s pouty Bruce Wayne, and Nicole Kidman operating at maximum thirst, this movie dares you to either embrace the camp or reject it entirely. Join us as we: It’s loud, messy, stylish, and impossible to ignore — the kind of movie you either wore out on VHS or spent years arguing about with friends. So throw on the black light, embrace the camp, and riddle us this: are you ready to defend Batman Forever? In this episode, we’re joined by: Josh — fellow Tater Tot and proud Batman Forever defender.
💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Great Scott! Rewatching the Back to the Future Triology | The VHS Club - Ep 93 | 18 Jul 2025 | 01:12:11 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re hopping into the DeLorean and going all the way back… to the future ⚡
From 1955 to 2015 to the Wild West, this trilogy somehow balances big sci-fi ideas, impeccable comedy timing, and pure blockbuster charm. It’s a rare case where the original is iconic, the sequels are bold, and the whole thing still feels like lightning in a bottle. Join us as we: It’s fast, funny, and endlessly inventive — the kind of trilogy you can drop into at any point and immediately get pulled along for the ride. So set your clocks, grab a Pepsi Free, and remember: roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||
| Jaws at 50: Why This Shark Still Slaps | The VHS Club - Ep 92 | 11 Jul 2025 | 01:07:52 | |
This week on The VHS Club, we’re heading back into the water for the 50th anniversary of Jaws — the movie that redefined summer blockbusters and permanently ruined beach days for generations. Steven Spielberg’s thriller is a masterclass in tension, character, and restraint. With an unforgettable John Williams score, iconic performances, and a shark you barely see (but never forget), Jaws didn’t just scare audiences — it changed how movies were made, marketed, and experienced. Join us as we: It’s tense, smart, endlessly rewatchable, and somehow still feels fresh — the kind of movie you can drop into at any point and instantly lock in. So grab your popcorn, stay out of the water, and remember: you’re gonna need a bigger boat. 💌 Sign up for our email newsletter: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com/email 🎬 Learn more & connect with us: https://www.thevhsclubpod.com 📼 See the movie list (and add your own!): https://movielist.thevhsclubpod.com 🕹️ Play Freeze Frame, our movie-guessing game: https://game.thevhsclubpod.com | |||