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Blog postCo-hosts Christine Kelley and Kit Power have recently been made aware of multiple allegations of sexual harassment and emotionally abusive behaviour against 'Of Human Bondage' co-host Sam Maleski.
We believe victims. We are devastated to think that we may have inadvertently caused further harm to those victims. Going forward, Sam Maleski will no longer be a part of 'Of Human Bondage'.
We reaffirm our commitment to ensuring, as much as is in our power to do so, that our com -
Blog postIn episode 21 of Watching Robocop with Kit Power, I am delighted to be joined by legendary fantasy author RJ Barker. RJ is simply one of my favourite human beings, and in this freewheeling, wide-ranging conversation, topis we alight upon include:
The gorgeousness of ED209 The joy of heavy-duty painkillers The negative impact of carpets on ED209 How the gas station attendant is really all of us ED209's family life Squidgy head man The ballad of ED209 And much, much more. Enjoy, and tha -
Blog postFor episode 20, I am joined by the mighty Jack Graham. In an instant classic conversation, we cover such diverse subjects as:
The liminality of the 80’s and the future Sadism and bullying as a mode of government As above, so below Talking in generalities The Alan B’stard connection to Dick Jones Hitchcockian framing and serious filmmaking Why the helmet? The glory of stop-frame and ED209 Weller’s brilliance And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.
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Blog postIn a new, not-Robocop-related podcast, frequent guest of the show George Daniel Lea and I discuss various works that have had a significant impact on us. In this first episode, we discuss Clive Barker's Weaveworld, a childhood favourite. Expect digressions into other Barkers works, references to King, the 80's, Thatcher's Britain and Section 28, and so much more. Hope you enjoy it.
George's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPISvY5rQc11WHawNX5w-Nw < -
Blog postThanks to the extraordinary generosity of Patreon backers, Watching bonus episodes return in 2019! And to kick off, Dr. David Baume returns to watch and discuss 1951's The Man From Planet X.
David's website can be found here:
Why Robocop is the greatest movie ever made.
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Blog postLegendary author, editor, and horror aficionado Johnny Mains finally joins me it which The Greatest Movie Ever Made. In a rollicking, wide-ranging and frequently hilarious discussion, highlights include:
Watching on VHS The genius of Nancy Allen The Robocop/Night of the Living Dead connection Miguel Ferrer and his awesomeness Visceral responses to on-screen violence President Gore The Green Cross Code and David Prowse The bravery of the toilet scene shots Crappy 80’s movie nightclubs -
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Blog postEXPLORING THE LABYRINTH 5: KIT POWER TAKES A TRIP INTO BRIAN KEENE'S DARK HOLLOW: EXPLORING THE LABYRINTH 5: KIT POWER TAKES A TRIP INTO BRIAN KEENE'S DARK HOLLOW
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Blog postThis time out we're joined by horror author, editor and podcaster (and, it turns out, fellow Robocop superfan) Amber Fallon! Amber knows storytelling, and brings brilliant insight, as well as some laughs. In a jam packed episode, listen out for:
Amber’s horror movie roots Worldbuilding through advertising The only movie to shock and disgust Amber Ray Wise and The Devil The many genres of Robocop Why Arnie would have made for a bad Robocop I don’t kick cats McDonalds and the Great Fi -
Blog postFor Episode 17, Author and Youtuber (and, it turns out, fellow Robocop superfan) Edward Lorn sits down to watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made. In a delightful, wide ranging chat, highlights include:
Slight delay in the early part of the recording, due to connectivity issues Horror movie heroes and villains The awesomeness of Paul Weller World building Riffing on ED209 as a Doberman The endlessly shifting power dynamic
And much, much more. Enjoy, and thanks as ever for li -
Blog postWelcome to my new bi-monthly show! Running alongside Watching Robocop, this show will invite creative types - authors, bloggers, podcasters, film makers, and more - to talk about Stephen King's IT, and the two cinematic adaptations of the book.
And for the debut episode, I am delighted to welcome back to the show George Lea. George is a superb horror author, blogger, cultural critic and thinker, and has previously guested on the show to watch both Robocop and Hellbound: Hellraiser II. -
Blog postIn this episode of the show, I'm delighted to be joined by author Laura Mauro, rising star of the UK horror scene, as we watch together the Greatest Movie Ever Made. It's a freewheeling conversation, taking in, amongst many other things:
The Metal Gear Solid connection Why stop frame is awesome (again) What you remember about a film a decade on - and what you don't Villainy and subtext ...and so much more! Enjoy, and thanks as ever for listening.
Why Robocop is the greate -
Blog postThis time out, I am overjoyed to be joined by Doctor Sandifer of Eruditorum Press fame, who agreed to sit and watch The Greatest Movie Ever Made with me. Highlights include:
The cyberpunk connection The Judge Dredd and lesser known Halo Jones connections Sub cultures and micro cultures Me picking Dr. S's brains on writing process A brief digression on Metal
And so much more.
Enjoy, and as ever, thanks so much for listening.
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Blog postIn a special bonus episode, George Lea returns to the show, this time to watch and discuss seminal 80's horror movie (and just maybe the greatest horror sequel ever) Hellbound: Hellraiser 2! In a wide ranging and passionate discussion, listen out for:
IT - the book and film - and the storytelling of the book (including spoilers) New Line logo, associative fear, and THAT opening That amazing score Fearless expansion of the mythology “Don’t look in the box!” Sounds of delight -
Blog postBecause here's the deal; every year, my $10 backers get to request that I record a bonus episode on a subject OTHER than RoboCop, and this year, the request was to watch the first two episodes of Blakes' Seven, so I decided to put this out in December, with RoboCop returning in January.
So here it is. Enjoy :)
Why Robocop is the greatest movie ever made.
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Blog postEpisode 14 of the show is a stone cold classic, featuring author, podcaster, youtuber, critic, fellow Gingernutter and friend George Daniel Lea. Together, we sit and watch the greatest movie ever made, and the conversation roams far and wide, including such delights as:
ED-209 love and the Harryhausen connection The brutality of 80’s action movie violence ‘Big doesn’t mean unintelligent’ The problem with Marvel and superficially flawed heros The Deus Ex connection Twin Peak -
Blog postWelcome back! This month, I am joined by Vice Abbess, regular returning guest on The Psycosemantic Podcast (and wife of host Daeron Wilson), who sat and watched the greatest movie ever made for the first time in over 20 years! Join us on a voyage of rediscovery, taking in such topics as:
The joy of practical effects The 80's backlash against the 60's Militarization of the police Nixon and the southern strategy Slightly muddled sportsball analogies Peter Weller's butt And m -
Blog postWelcome back! This month, I am joined by host of The Psycosemantic Podcast and all round top bloke Daeron Wilson, who agreed to sit with me and watch the greatest move ever made. In a classic Watching Robocop episode, listen out for:
Me on the scariness of Trump Nancy Allen love ED-209 and peaceful protest Cocaine and Catholic school SportsBall riots ‘Don’t think much of yours’ Random Ray Wise slander
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Blog postJust in case you have any lingering doubts, after the last episode, that this entire experiment is at this point entirely, gloriously out of control, I bring you the first ever episode of watching Robocop WITHOUT Kit Power, as Episode 9 guest Rich returns with person-I've-literally-never-heard-of-or-met-who-has-never-even-seen-Robocop-before Weldon and proceeds to do an entire episode of my show, without me.
Yeah. It's as surreal as it sounds.
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Blog postWell, it happened. After having my dad guest on the show last month, this month I sit down with MY MUM, and watch the greatest movie ever made - for her first viewing, it transpires. And it is EPIC.
As a result of it being Mum's first time, there are a few more pauses than usual, as I give Mum a bit of space to absorb what's happening on screen, and also more narration of the action than in some previous show. But I have to say, for someone who started the weekend asking me what a pod -
Blog postFor episode 10, we're joined by very special guest Dr. David Baume to watch the greatest movie ever made. matters arising include;
The difference between movies and films The superb pacing of Robocop Stunned silence at Kenny’s execution OCP’s effective resource planning 3 stooges with shotguns The glory of the Robocop design That bloody sitcom That Robo silhouette Judge Dredd/Robocop confusion The Western connection Lets blow up a petrol station High density storytelling Th -
Blog postAnother bonus episode, this time covering 1983's superlative Superman III! Joined by 2 superb guests, Jack Graham and Daniel Harper, we talk about this sublime early 80's summer blockbuster superhero movie. Among cackling glee and unrestrained joy, listen out for:
My fawning adulation for Christopher Reeve The nightmares! The nightmares! Helpless laughter The 4th Doctor connection (Daniel's excellent theory) How this movie fits with the Zack Snyder Superman films The brilliance of Ri -
Blog posta short bonus episode in which I talk about Doctor Who episode The Lie Of The Land, and expand upon my previous attempts to make sense of this story.
The original podcast I did on this subject, with legendary Who blogger Phil Sandifer, can be found here:
Theme tune provided by The Disciples of Gonzo, from their track Superhero. Listen to more from them here:
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Blog postJames Murphy, guest from episode 1, returns to the show for our second episode, in which we pay tribute to the true king of rock n roll, the recently departed but ever-present Chuck Berry, via the medium of a podcast commentary track for 1987 documentary and concert movie Hail! Hail! Rock N Roll!
Two music geeks are in hog heaven on this one, so relax and enjoy an outpouring of love for a singular talent. in particular, look out for:
Me rhapsodising about Chuck on vinyl Logo nosta -
Blog postSo 'a bad deal is worse than no deal' has gotten a lot of traction with people, who see it instinctively as both an obvious statement, and a good, strong opening negotiating stance. I totally understand why, too - it certainly feels logical, even obvious - kind of a 'duh' statement - and also, it lets our counterpoints in Europe know we've not going to sit still for a punishment beating, by golly - we're prepared to walk away from a bad deal.
If that's you, please give me just a few
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