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Podcasting After Dark is a deep-dive into the world of cult horror, sci-fi, and action movies from the 70's, 80's, and early 90's. Each episode, Corey Stevenson and Zak Shaffer breakdown and review a different late-night flick from their youth. These are the movies your parents didn’t want you to watch growing up!
Welcome to Pod Against the Machine, the only Actual Play podcast that specifically mentions its opposition to the machine in the title. We're a ragtag group of five creating an epic story while playing through the Iron Gods Pathfinder First Edition adventure path from Paizo publishing. It's like Dungeons and Dragons, complete with wizards, monsters, and skeletons...but with an added bonus of evil robots and horrifying aliens, all tied together with our (hopefully) funny banter, interesting c ...
Deep beneath the Black Hill, our heroes have discovered an automaton. Poking it with a sword seems like the only logical path forward. Hopefully it likes sword pokes. Background music and sound effects: Abyssal Gaze, and Neon Drive Tabletop Audio https://www.tabletopaudio.com Industrial Cinematic by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/3909…
The Warriors (1979) synopsis: “In the near future, a charismatic leader summons the street gangs of New York City in a bid to take it over. When he is killed, The Warriors are falsely blamed and now must fight their way home while every other gang is hunting them down.” Starring: Michael Beck, James Remar, Deborah Van Valkenburgh, David Patrick Kel…
The world is legit bunkers bananas bongos right now. Yall probably need the problem solvers more than ever. The country needs the solvers! Thats why we're starting our political campaign! Join or be a piece of shit your whole life.By Zak Iron
So, we have a deal. And how hard can clearing out a few gremlins be? Surely it's no challenge for our brave, non-cowardly heroes who get along extremely well and also don't suck at all. Background music and sound effects: Lord of the Land by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4002-lord-of-the-landLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-lic…
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Top 5 "Rotten" Horror Movies (prior to 2000) with Max from Ready2Retro
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This week on the Podcasting After Dark: Watchlist, co-host Corey gets down and dirty with Max from Ready2Retro to discuss their favorite horror movies with a “rotten” score on Rotten Tomatoes (prior to 2000)! To narrow the list down, Corey omitted any films that have (up to then) been reviewed on PAD, and then he moved the rotten slider down to 0-2…
We back in 2021 taking on the Internet!! Today is a little more laid back, so join us as we talk resolutions, sexual transmitted diseases, and take it to reddit. Bonus feature: Our complete theme song! Its probably the best rap song of all time.By Zak Iron
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003 - Lucy in the Cave with Gremlins
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With two of our heroes blinded and two-thirds of our healing spent, things are looking rather bleak. But they can probably take a minute to bond emotionally before being horribly murdered by whatever it is that is lurking deeper in this horrible underground cave. Background music and sound effects: Cavern of Lost Souls and Wizard's TowerFrom Tablet…
Our newly-formed party of torch-lights, do-gooders, and profit-makers heads through the smelly, murky waters of the weeping pond and finally descends under Black Hill! What dangers await them in these caves? Will it matter at all that they don't have a divine caster between them? Will Junkpunch live up to his name? Background music and sound effect…
Eight days ago, the purple flame atop Black Hill in the heart of the town of Torch flickered out. The entire economy of Torch depends on that unique flame, which burns so hot it can melt skymetal. Smiths normally travel to Torch from all over Golarion. Normally. But now they're leaving town, taking the lifeblood of the town with them. Brave souls h…
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I Come In Peace aka Dark Angel (1990)
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I Come In Peace aka Dark Angel (1990) synopsis: “A Renegade Cop is forced to work with an FBI Agent in order to bring down a group of Drug Dealers with sinister plans.” Starring: Dolph Lundgren, Brian Benben, Betsy Brantley, Matthias Hues, and Jay Bilas Director: Craig R. Baxley This week on Podcasting After Dark the boys breakdown and review the D…
Its a brand new year! fuck off 2020! Now, I'm gonna be honest, I don't remember what we talked about in this episode. I know its about 2020 and shit, but thats about it. I do tell a fart story though, so thats somethingBy Zak Iron
And finally...in the last episode that's not an episode...we meet...the player...whose name comes last alphabetically (Zak). And his character, who does not (Brixbi). Brixbi art by Alysa Avery https://www.alysaavery.com/ Background music and sound effects: Cavern of Lost SoulsFrom Tabletop Audiohttps://tabletopaudio.com Serpentine Trek by Kevin Mac…
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Top 5 Movies Featuring Famous TV Cops with Cam Sully
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This week on the Podcasting After Dark: Watchlist, co-host Corey talks to fellow podcast host and filmmaker, Cam Sully about their favorite movies featuring famous TV crime-genre actors! It sounds like a niche topic but Corey and Cam have a lot of fun going down various rabbit holes! We hope that we introduce you to some new movies! Listen to Cam o…
The Machine has not approved this audio release. Before it finds out and takes it down, give a listen--this is just a sample of things to come. Background Music and Sound effects: Dark CityFrom Tabletop Audiohttps://tabletopaudio.com Thinking Music by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/4522-thinking-musicLicense: https://filmmusic.io/stan…
Oh, you've been so naughty. I can tell, it's on my list. My sexy sexy naughty list. Don't worry baby, Im not like that punk bitch Santa, I don't punish the naughty, I celebrate them! Listen to us! Happy Holidays from the problem solvers!By Zak Iron
Next up in our continuing "it's not the podcast yet, but here are the people who are going to be on the podcast when it actually begins" series, we meet Gero and take his character, Vaargas, out for a spin. Vaargas art by Alysa Avery https://www.alysaavery.com/ Background music and sound effects: "Whoosh Transition Explosion Echo"From mixkit's "tra…
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John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness (1987)
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John Carpenter's Prince of Darkness (1987) synopsis: “A group of graduate students and scientists uncover an ancient canister in an abandoned church, but when they open the container, they inadvertently unleash a strange liquid and an evil force on all humanity.” Starring: Donald Pleasence, Lisa Blount, Jameson Parker, Dennis Dun, and Victor Wong D…
Oh baby, don't you wanna play with us baby? Cmon baby listen to our podcast. This week we reveal the sexy, moist underbelly of the world that is OnlyFans! We sit down with Cavaderjess and learn the industry from a pro. AND WE TALK ABOUT BEWBZBy Zak Iron
Continuing our before-the-launch series, it's time to meet Jeff, the player, and his character Asher, the gunslinger! Asher art by Alysa Avery https://www.alysaavery.com/ Background music: Ouroboros by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4996-ouroborosLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Cool Hard Facts by Kevin…
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TV Obscura - The Mighty Orbots, Spartakus, and Roughnecks
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On this episode of TV Obscura, Zak and Corey are joined by comic book writer, Diallo Jackson to discuss The Mighty Orbots (1984), Spartakus and the Sun Beneath the Sea (1985-87), and Roughnecks: Starship Troopers Chronicles (1999)! That might seem like an odd cornucopia of shows but you’ll find out that there are more connections than just being an…
Chris and Victoria are back!! This was supposed to be another Ask A Therapist episode, but Victoria may have had a little too much to drink. So instead we just asked gross sex questions! And if you listen to the end, you get a special treat; the audio of Victoria falling out of her chair (see episode image for reference)…
In our very first episode (before the full episodes), we introduce you to Izzy (one of our players) and Kera (one of our characters...who is, not coincidentally, played by Izzy.) Kera art by Alysa Avery https://www.alysaavery.com/ Background music: Evening Fall (Harp) by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3720-evening-fall-har…
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The Walking Dead (Aircel Comics 1989)
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The Walking Dead (Aircel Comics 1989) synopsis: “After an alien spaceship crash-lands on Earth, the dead rise, some with their memories intact, to consume the living. A small band of police officers attempt to survive the apocalypse and wage war on a dangerous gang of street thugs… that just happen to be zombies!” Story and Art: Jim Somerville The …
These fools really thought they could just walk right into that spotlight shining for the problem solvers!? Well guess what kids, you need to interview for this job just like anywhere else! Listen as I put the spurs to these phillies in my grizzly audition process.By Zak Iron
It's a teaser of things to come. But make it fashion. Background music: Pixel Peeker Polka - faster by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4220-pixel-peeker-polka---fasterLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Sound effect: Digital Eagle from 99SoundsBy Pod Against the Machine
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Interviews After Dark with Mark Rolston
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Where you know him from: Aliens (1986), Survival Quest (1988), and The Shawshank Redemption (1994) This month on Interviews After Dark we talk to actor, Mark Rolston! Get on the ready line, people, because we have another Colonial Marine interview for you all! This time we are talking to Vasquez's fellow heavy machine gunner, Drake (aka Mark Rolsto…
Man, holidays, Am I Right!? This years Thanksgiving is gonna be crazy weird, so why not invite the problem solvers in on that sweet turkey action? We've got conversation starters, interesting topics, and CDC tips for a safe meal. Or not, I dont give a shitBy Zak Iron
3:15 The Moment Of Truth (1986) synopsis: “A tough teen, Jeff (Adam Baldwin) used to be involved with a local gang, the Cobras. Tired of the violence and drugs, Jeff is through with gang life, but when members of his old crew take over the high school, he must decide whether to take on his former buddies or let them run wild. When the Cobras harm J…
Sorry about the delay, but the second season is back on track! We're kicking out the jams with a new(ish) crew. Have a peak at our intro episode for our virgin team member!By Zak Iron
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Top 5 Straight-To-VHS Movies with David Irons
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We loved novelist David Irons' previous Watchlist episode so much that we had him back on for a second time! Thankfully, co-host Corey was able to join in on the shenanigans, which is why this Watchlist is extra long (so long, in fact, that we had to record it in two sessions lol)! We hope you enjoy the lively discussion and please check out David'…
The Car (1977) synopsis: “A small desert town is terrorized by a powerful, seemingly possessed car, and the local sheriff may be the only one who can stop it.” Starring: James Brolin, Kathleen Lloyd, John Marley, and Ronny Cox Director: Elliot Silverstein Vroom vroom! This week on Podcasting After Dark, Corey takes Zak down memory (high speed) lane…
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PAD Presents: TV Obscura - The Hat Squad & Photon
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In the first episode of Podcasting After Dark presents: TV Obscura we dive into two cult tv shows from our youth- The Hat Squad (1992-93) and Photon (1986)! First, Zak takes us down memory lane with a very cool and stylized cop show called The Hat Squad starring Don Michael Paul, Nestor Serrano, Billy Warlock and created by Stephen J. Cannell! Then…
Dreamscape (1984) synopsis: “A young psychic on the run from himself is recruited by a government agency experimenting with the use of the dream-sharing technology and is given the inverse task of planting an idea into the mind of the U.S. president.” Starring: Dennis Quaid, Max von Sydow, Christopher Plummer, and Kate Capshaw Director: Joseph Rube…
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Top 5 Favorite Fight Scenes with Adam Speas
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This week on the PAD: Watchlist, Corey is joined by his Cartwright! A Seinfeld Podcast co-host, Adam Speas, to talk about their Top 5 Favorite Fight Scenes! There are a few stipulations to the list that we explain at the beginning of the episode, but the short version is: these are karate-man themed action scenes with no projectiles (but bladed wea…
AWWWWWYYYIIIISSSSSSS The Problem Solvers are back! Your problems have only gotten worse, so we have returned to save you from yourselves. We were going to tackle some of our listener emails this week, but we got super side track discussing the politically correct way to address one another.By Zak Iron
DEFCON-4 (1985) synopsis: “ Three astronauts in a secret spaceship lose all contact with the ground and observe what appears to be a nuclear exchange between the USA and Russia. Two months later, the spacecraft’s guidance system is mysteriously reprogrammed, forcing the crew’s return to a vastly changed Earth.” Starring: Lenore Zann, Maury Chaykin,…
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Interviews After Dark with Caleb Emery (Summer of 84)
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Where you know him from: Summer of 84, Principles, Logan Lucky, and Goosebumps This month on Interviews After Dark we talk to actor, Caleb Emery! As you know, we were both haunted by the Summer of 84 (2017) ending and that had a lot to do with our love for the character, Woody... and, as we said on the review, we wouldn't have loved Woody if it was…
Savage Streets (1984) synopsis: “ A teenage vigilante seeks revenge on a group of violent thugs who raped her handicapped sister and killed her best friend.” Starring: Linda Blair, John Vernon, and Robert Dryer Director: Danny Steinmann This week on Podcasting After Dark, Zak brings the sleaze with the high school revenge film, Savage Streets (1984…
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Top 5 Rated R 80s Action Movies with Dean Manness
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This month on the PAD: Watchlist co-host Corey talks to his pal Dean from the Talking Back podcast about their Top 5 Favorite Rated R Action Movies! Plus, the boys also throw in a 90s honorable mention for good measure. Will your favorite 80s action movie make the list? Listen and find out! Listen to Dean on Talking Back - Apple Podcasts | Spotify …
Split Second (1992) synopsis: “In a flooded future London, Detective Harley Stone hunts a serial killer who murdered his partner, and has haunted him ever since. He soon discovers what he is hunting might not be human.” Starring: Rutger Hauer, Kim Cattrall, Alastair Duncan, and Pete Postlethwaite Director: Tony Maylam This week on Podcasting After …
Summer of 84 (2018) synopsis: “After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spend their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous.” Starring: Graham Verchere, Judah Lewis, Caleb Emery, Cory Gruter-Andrew, and Rich Sommer Di…
We. Are. BACKKKK!!!! After a two week sabbatical, we have returned to continue our mission to fix the world. Zak, Dana, Jimmy, and Shy get real sexy and help you keep things spoicy in the bedroom. Lets get it!By Zak Iron
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Top 5 Italian Horror Movies with David Irons
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This month on the PAD: Watchlist co-host Zak talks to our UK pal David Irons about his top five favorite Italian horror films! You know, the best Giallo movies! David Irons is also a horror writer so make sure you check out some of his novels on either Amazon or Etsy! “Wolf Moon” comes highly recommended! Follow David Irons on social media: Faceboo…
Ninja III: The Domination (1984) synopsis: “An evil ninja attempts to avenge his death from beyond the grave, by possessing an innocent woman's body.” Starring: Shô Kosugi, Lucinda Dickey, Jordan Bennett, and David Chung Director: Sam Firstenberg The most Cannon movie we’ve reviewed to date, Ninja III: The Domination is everything a cult movie want…
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Wrap-Up After Dark 1 Year Anniversary (Bonus Episode)
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[BONUS: This episode is part of our monthly Wrap-Up After Dark series which can be found exclusively on our PATREON Page] Zak and Corey wax nostalgic during this special 1 Year Anniversary Retrospective episode! In it, we list the top ten most downloaded episodes, as well as our personal top three, and discuss what they meant to us. Also, we get a …
Im not crazy, you're crazy! This week, Lizz tries to enter the mind prison that is Zaks brain. Is he a sociopath? Is he a psychopath? Is he a path path!? Who the fuck knows?!By Zak Iron
Mallrats (1995) synopsis: “Both dumped by their girlfriends, two best friends seek refuge in the local mall.” Starring: Shannen Doherty, Jeremy London, Jason Lee, Claire Forlani, and Ben Affleck Director: Kevin Smith SNOOTCHIE BOOTCHIES!! This week on Podcasting After Dark we dive into another raunchy cult comedy from our youth, Kevin Smith’s Mallr…
Awww Shittttt We got Butterbean yalllll!!! The one and only Beans join us to try and figure out why all of the worlds rich and famous keeping raping children. I dont think we solve this one, but we're definitely close to cracking the case. Join us, I mean, unless you're pro pedophilia, and you're not pro pedophilia are you?…
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Interviews After Dark with director Tom Holland (Preview)
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[PREVIEW - You can listen to the full hour-long interview exclusively on our Patreon Page] Where you know him from: Director of Fright Night (1985), Fatal Beauty (1987), and Child’s Play (1988). This month on Interviews After Dark we talk to director, Tom Holland! This is it! We finally know exactly what Billy Cole is, straight from the creator him…
Ah man, Dave and Zak get a little off topic here today. We wanted to talk about the customer service industry, but we get side tracked with talks off love and butts. Check it out unless you want to miscarry your first child.By Zak Iron
