Best Stephen Hackett Podcasts (2026)

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The Business of Booze: Can “Zero” Be Diageo's Comeback Story? 30:28

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Episode 40: The Business of Booze: Can “Zero” Be Diageo's Comeback Story? Alcohol has long been seen as a reliable, cash-generative industry. But in this episode of Stocks Neat, Steve Johnson and Gareth Brown explore why that assumption is being challenged and whether the sector can adapt. Drawing on Gareth’s recent meetings in London, including di…

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28 WEEKS LATER (2007) // SCC #289 1:20:51

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New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitte…

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830: iOS 26: Focus Modes & Notifications 1:26:50

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Our phones are constantly vying for our attention. This week, David and Stephen discuss strategies for managing notifications and regaining control. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Links and Show Notes: Sign up for the MPU email newsletter an…

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438: ‘2025 Year in Review’, With Rene Ritchie 2:42:01

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A look back at Apple’s 2025, with special guest Rene Ritchie. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off your first box, plus free breakfast for 1 year, with code talkshow50off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: The classi…

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Best Horror Films of 2025 ft. Ygranie Hackett-Cantabrana // SCC #287 1:49:51

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Another year of horror movies is in the books! The boys are joined by Ygraine (What a Scream) for the annual Best Horror Films of 2025 countdown. We're each bringing our Top 5 genre films of the year, plus giving out some awards such as Best Set-Piece and "Gimme More". Merry List Season, everybody! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you …

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829: Tech That Worked in 2025 1:42:55

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With the year winding down, Stephen and David reflect on what went well in their tech stacks, touching on Apple silicon, the company's default apps, AI tools, home automation, and networking. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. DEVONthink: Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativity. Get 10% off. E…

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437: ‘A Naughty Citizen’, With Quinn Nelson 2:28:52

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Special guest Quinn Nelson returns for a two-topic holiday spectacular: the iPad in the wake of iPadOS 26, and Apple's executive changes as Tim Cook seemingly nears the end of his time as CEO. Sponsored by: Notion: The AI workspace where teams and AI agents get more done together. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain…

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TWIN PEAKS: THE RETURN (2017) ft. Stephen Foxworthy // SCC #286 2:34:03

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Ti's time to take our final lap around The Red Room as the boys, joined by Stephen Foxworthy (Disenfranchised Pod, Pod and the Pendulum), discuss Twin Peaks: The Return by David Lynch. We discuss the unique structure, doppelgängers, cosmic theories, Lynch's legacy, and what the hell all this means. Got a light? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subs…

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828: Revisiting Keyboard Maestro 1:28:55

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David and Stephen talk through their uses of Keyboard Maestro, diving deep into automation, text expansion, and more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. DEVONthink: Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativity. Get 10% off. 1Password: Never forget a passwo…

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TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME (1992) // SCC #286 1:28:26

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It's time to go back to when it all began as we cover Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me directed by David Lynch. The boys discuss the fallous of Season 2, reputation vs reality, life-long abuse, and the incredible performance by Sheryl Lee. Let's rock! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it!…

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827: Every Two Months or So 1:28:49

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On this feedback episode, the guys revisit the smart home, iPadOS 26, the lack of a big iMac, charging stations, and much more. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. DEVONthink: Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativity. Get 10% off. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get a free month…

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TWIN PEAKS: Season 2 (1990-1991) // SCC #285 1:40:21

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The boys are head into The Red Room to discuss Season 2 of Twin Peaks, created by David Lynch & Mark Frost. We dive further under the surface of Twin Peaks, as the darker and more surreal elements become more prevalent. We also discuss the extended season and the rough times behind the scenes leading to certain changes. We meet new characters and g…

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826: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 2) 2:24:39

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Subtitle: iPhone, Apple TV, iCloud, Other Services, and the Ecosystem The guys wrap up their review of Apple's 2025 with a look at the iPhone, Apple TV, iCloud, and Apple's other services. They then zoom out and look at the overall ecosystem. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website…

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TWIN PEAKS: Season 1 (1990) /// SCC #284 1:58:24

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It's Garrett's birthday month and everyone is getting spoiled as we tackle everything Twin Peaks, created by the incomparable David Lynch. We discuss Lynch's creative legacy, how this series came to be, and meet the eccentric residents of the enigmatic town. Mmm hmm, that's some damn good coffee! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you do…

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436: ‘Financial Boner’, With Tyler Hayes 1:35:52

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Special guest: Tyler Hayes. Topics include how to get a small phone today, which way foldables should fold, the state of Apple TV (including its new “sonic logo”), and some holiday gift gadget recommendations. Sponsored by: Clic for Sonos: No lag. No hassle. Just Clic. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code …

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825: 2025 State of the Platforms (Part 1) 2:08:37

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Subtitle: Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro, and Audio Products This week, Stephen and David start their annual tour of Apple's products, beginning with the Mac, then they consider the Apple Watch, the Vision Pro, and the company's lineup of audio products. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: DEVONthink: Get Organized — Unleash Your Creativ…

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BATTLE ROYALE (2001) ft. Becci Sayce // Hunt or Be Hunted 1:18:11

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Sharpen your blades...or pot lids! We're diving into the contraversial Japanese masterpiece Battle Royale directed by Kinji Fukasaku. The boys are joined by writer Becci Sayce to discuss censorship, radicalization of the youth, and the enduring legacy of this film. Good luck! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us…

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824: Life After iPadOS 26 1:15:42

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iPadOS 26 introduced a new windowing system, improved audio recording, and more robust background tasks, making the iPad feel more Mac-like than ever. This week, David and Stephen discuss a range of workflows that benefit from these changes. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful l…

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435: ‘Lincoln Bio Services’, With Stephen Robles 1:18:41

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Special guest Stephen Robles joins the show. Topics include indie media and YouTube, Shortcuts and automation, and the state of podcasting. Sponsored by: Uncommon Goods: Out of the ordinary gifts, great for the holidays. Save 15% off your next purchase after following that link. Transcripts: Unofficial but surprisingly good. Links: Stephen goes ind…

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434: ‘Knee-Jerk Contrarian’, With Dan Frommer 1:54:02

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Special guest Dan Frommer returns to the show. Topics include the indie media business, the iPhone Pocket, the iPhone Air (including rumors about the second generation model), AI “personalities”, and five years of Apple Silicon Macs. Also, six years of Dan’s site, The New Consumer. Sponsored by: Factor: Healthy eating, made easy. Get 50% off your f…

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ASSASSINATION NATION (2018) ft. Tori Potenza // Hunt or Be Hunted 1:18:42

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Time to check out another eerily prophetic and politically charged film, Assassination Nation directed by Sam Levinson. Tori Potenza (Brooklyn Horror Fest) joins the boys to unpack a film with sticky morals and themes, tackling what it's like to be hunted in a digital landscape. Our phones may look like snuff films, but the podcast feed is safe! NO…

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823: The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide 1:25:40

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The end of the year is nearly upon us, so the guys are back to share their gift ideas. Stephen then goes on to share a new life philosophy, only to learn that David is already a master of it. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Soulver: Notepad, meet c…

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PREDATOR: BADLANDS (2025) /// Hunt or Be Hunted 1:34:41

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The boys discuss Predator: Badlands directed by Dan Trachtenberg, the second in two installments to the franchise this year. The boys break down the additional Yautja lore and what it's like following a Predator for a change. You are not a tool, you're family! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while y…

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822: iPhone 17 Photography with Tyler Stalman 1:25:51

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Tyler Stalman returns to the show to discuss the camera gains Apple has made with the iPhone 17 line. The guys also talk about the limitations of the iPhone Air and some of the apps Tyler uses to edit his images and videos. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming plat…

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PUNISHMENT PARK (1971) // Hunt or Be Hunted 1:28:41

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Accidentally relevant as always, the boys kick off November discussing Punishment Park directed by the late Peter Watkins. We break down the many socio-political themes, how the film was banned, and the found footage elements it pioneered. You made us say crap! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while …

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821: Developer Roundtable 2025 1:41:44

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Casey Liss, Charlie Chapman, and James Thomson join Stephen and David to discuss the state of software development on Apple's platforms in 2025. Topics include Liquid Glass, SwiftUI, documentation, subscriptions, and Apple Intelligence. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or do…

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433: ‘Meat Bags’, With Brian Mueller 1:27:40

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Special guest Brian Mueller, developer of Carrot Weather, joins the show to commemorate the 10th anniversary of his utterly ridiculous but totally serious weather app. Sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code talkshow. Uncommon Goods: Out of the ordinary gifts. Get 15% off your next purchase. Tra…

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FREDDY VS JASON (2003) + Franchise Rankings // A Nightmare at Camp Crystal Lake 2:02:14

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We've come to the end of our month long journey through Crystal Lake and Elm Street, time to wrap things up with Freddy vs Jason directed by Ronny Yu. The boys discuss the rare slasher mash-up and how it pays respects to both franchises, while being fun as hell. After that, the boys rank both franchises separately and together, while also giving ou…

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FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 59:20

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Let's take it back to Jason's first killing spree...again! The boys are discussing Friday the 13th (2009) directed by Marcus Nispel. We discuss the incredible cold open and how this film remade a mix of the original first 4 films. Your ears are stupendous, perfect lobe placement! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rat…

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (2010) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 57:57

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The boys go up against Freddy once again with Nancy...Holbrook? It's time to talk A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010) directed by Samuel Bayer. We discuss what possibly went wrong with this sauceless film and if there are any redeeming features? You smell different... (fuck, is that really the best Freddy has in this one?) New episodes drop every Tues…

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JASON X (2001) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 49:16

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Everyone knew it was coming and were still baffled by Jason X directed by James Isaac. The boys discuss franchise entries in space, the continuity, and all things Über Jason. It's ok guys, we just want our microphones back! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone t…

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WES CRAVEN'S NEW NIGHTMARE (1994) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:00:57

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It's time to catch up with Nanc- I mean, Heather as we discuss New Nightmare directed by Wes Craven. The boys discuss the state of the franchise and Craven's first forray into the world of meta horror. Hurry up and listen, please! We're sleepy... New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! E…

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JASON GOES TO HELL: THE FINAL FRIDAY (1993) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:03:30

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It's Jason's final rodeo...again! The boys are talkin Jason Goes to Hell directed by Adam Marcus. DeVaughn and Garrett debate where this film stands in the Friday the 13th canon, the ambitious concept, and whether it delivers on its title or not. In our professional opinion? This guy is dead as shit! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so yo…

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432: ‘You and Frank Sinatra’, With Dan Moren 2:08:39

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Dan Moren returns to the show. Topics include Atlas, ChatGPT's new web browser (or anti-web browser) for the Mac; Apple's loss in a "landmark" regulatory lawsuit in the UK regarding App Store commission rates; multiple reports of poor sales for the iPhone Air; and Apple's M5 product announcements: MacBook Pro, iPads Pro, and Vision Pro. Sponsored b…

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820: The Apple Productivity Suite Field Guide 1:21:16

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David has published a new course covering Apple Reminders, Calendar, Notes, and more. This week, he and Stephen walk through those apps and how they can be used together. Then, a conversation about the M5 and iOS 26 changes. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Hookmark: Links beat searching. Ge…

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Special Episode | GDG's Grant Hackett on Purpose, Pressure and Leadership 43:21

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High Performance In and Out of the Pool From Olympic gold to the ASX 200, Generation Development CEO Grant Hackett joins Steve Johnson for a special episode of Stocks Neat. They discuss Grant’s journey from elite sport to business leadership, the importance of purpose beyond success, and how lessons from swimming translate into building a $3 billio…

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FREDDY'S DEAD: THE FINAL NIGHTMARE (1991) // A Nightmare on Crystal Lake 1:05:52

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It's time for a good ol' Irish wake as the boys discuss Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare directed by Rachel Talalay. We're talkin the franchise entering the 90s, the baffling structure, and the confusing approach to Freddy's swan song. You could say it is definitely not Prime Time, bitch... New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't …

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 5: THE DREAM CHILD (1989) // A Nightmare on Crystal Lake 52:26

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New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone to access all sorts of bonus goodies like our monthly side show "Watching the Watchlist", movie commentaries, and polls to help shape the podcast: https://patreon.com/spectercinema Haunt Garrett on social media: TikTok Twitte…

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FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VIII: JASON TAKES MANHATTAN (1989) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 52:44

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Jason takes a bite out of the big apple...or maybe a nibble. The boys discuss Friday the 13th: Jason Takes Manhattan directed by Rob Hedden. We discuss the aquatic/ship shenanigans, little wet guy Jason, and the mystery of New York's toxic waste. Walking corpses are not real! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us…

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819: The User Interface at 60 MPH 1:26:43

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The guys discuss a bunch of listener feedback, the return of Slide Over, the state of iCloud Family Sharing, and check in on David's Rivian experience. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code MPU. Links and Show Notes: …

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 4: THE DREAM MASTER (1988) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:11:11

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You could say the franchising is sleepwalking with the 4th entry A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master directed by Renny Harlin. The boys discuss the clunky baton hand-off between Kristen & Alice, Harlin's chaotic direction, and Robert Englund's struggles on set. This film is one is a round-house kick after another! New episodes drop every …

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FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VII: THE NEW BLOOD (1988) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:02:00

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You know what time it is: Jason vs Diet Carrie! We're talking Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood directed by John Carl Buechler. The boys discuss the supernatural elements, Kane Hodder's first outing in the mask, and this film being a trailblazer for today's grief porn horror. We've got a date with soap on a rope! (whatever that means) New epi…

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 3: DREAM WARRIORS (1987) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:03:33

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The boys are here to fight back against Freddy in A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors directed by Chuck Russell. We're discussing the return of Nancy Thompson, the new dream mechanics, and this film's legacy among the top sequels. Welcome to Prime Time, Bitch! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars…

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FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VI: JASON LIVES (1986) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 51:19

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The franchise has officially gone supernatural and meta in Friday the 13th: Jason Lives directed my Tom McLoughlin. The boys discuss the addition of comedy, its self-awareness, and why this is Garrett's favorite entry. Some folks have a strange form of entertainment, including you for listening to this ridiculous journey of ours! Check out Garrett'…

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2: FREDDY'S REVENGE (1985) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:07:15

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Freddy's back and he wants inside your body... The boys discuss A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge directed by Jack Shoulder. We discuss Mark Patton's journey, the franchise's new direction, and the film's ever-changing queer legacy. Assume the position! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars wh…

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818: "Recreational Math," with Dr. Drang 1:42:11

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Everyone's favorite engineer-turned-blogger returns to the show to discuss the state of iPhone cases, the argument for LLMs, and his go-to automation tools — and why Shortcuts on the Mac isn't one of them. This episode of Mac Power Users is sponsored by: 1Password: Never forget a password again. Ecamm: Powerful live streaming platform for Mac. Get …

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FRIDAY THE 13TH PART V: A NEW BEGINNING (1985) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 52:21

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Time to start fresh as "Jason" returns to Crystal Lake. The boys discuss why the franchise decided to return (money), the set life, and Tommy Jarvis throwing hands. Ya hungry; want some enchiladas, pizza, tacos, or egg rolls? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phantom Zone…

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A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET (1984) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 1:21:54

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Time to leave the woods and head back into suburbia, as we finally tackle A Nightmare on Elm Street directed by Wes Craven. The boys dive into the film's development, Nancy Thompson redefining the Final Girl, and the beginning of Freddy Krueger's illustrious legacy. One, two, this pod is coming for you...three, four, subscribe for more... New episo…

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FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE FINAL CHAPTER (1984) // A Nightmare at Crystal Lake 58:40

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Time for Jason's supposed finale in Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter, directed by Joseph Zito. The boys discuss the culmination of Jason's legend, the new sub-genres explored, and how this is inevitably not the end of the franchise. Have you seen where I put the damn corkscrew? New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rat…

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FRIDAY THE 13TH PART III (1982) // A Nightmare at Camp Crystal Lake 59:59

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The boys are taking you into a new dimmension of terror discussing Friday the 13th Part III, directed by Steve Miner. We discuss the 3D gimmick, the kills, and the introduction of Jason's iconic hockey mask. Don't eat all your weed! New episodes drop every Tuesday, subscribe so you don't miss out. Rate us 5 stars while you're at it! Enter The Phant…