

Escape Hatch (formerly Dune Pod)
Haitch Industries
Your portal into cinematic pocket universes, fostering community far from the digital chaos. Join co-hosts Haitch and Jason as we welcome special guests and talk about their favorite movies. We love the genre films that inspired the creation of this show, but we talk about all kinds of movies. Just look at our episodes, choose your favorite movie, and dive right in!
Episodes
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Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 57min
Natural Born Killers (1994)
For over 200 consecutive episodes (starting all the way back on Episode 12, our S2 premiere covering David Lynch’s Dune!), one man has been along for the ride every step of the way, leaving us a voicemail. And now he FINALLY joins us in the main portion of the show as guest host. The one and only, Corey from Austin, TX. And true to form, he takes us into the deep dark world of 90’s exploitation cinema, with Quentin Tarantino & Oliver Stone’s Natural Born Killers.!
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:25:47)
Natural Born Killers Roundtable (00:30:35)
Your Letters (01:33:49)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jul 29, 2024 • 1h 32min
The Goonies (1985)
A dream come true for us. The co-host of Pod Save the World and Pod Save America, the incomparable Tommy Vietor! We cover our unfamiliar feeling of being Dems in array that Kamala Harris’ nomination has created, and Tommy and Jason debate the best bathrooms to poop in at the White House. Then, we cover Tommy’s HUGE PICK, Richard Donner and Steven Spielberg’s The Goonies. Unbelievable ep!
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:22:09)
The Goonies Roundtable (00:26:43)
Your Letters (01:17:55)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jul 22, 2024 • 1h 30min
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World (2003)
TOMORROW is the season finale of Presumed Innocent. TODAY we have the director of FIVE of Presumed Innocent’s amazing episodes, Greg Yaitanes. Greg gives us behind the scenes details of working with Jake Gyllenhaal and the rest of the incredible cast, and then he joins the Escape Hatch Five Timers’ Club as we cover another entry in the Dad Movie Mt. Rushmore canon, Peter Weir’s 2003 nautical masterpiece, Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World! Do not miss Greg’s insights as a director into this epic film.
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:16:03)
Master and Commander Roundtable (00:23:27)
Your Letters (01:17:55)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jul 14, 2024 • 1h 48min
Being John Malkovich (1999)
Summer vacation is OVER and we are back! We’re joined by Emmy winning producer Rob Schroeder and indie film director Ben Barnes. We cover Spike Jonez incredible head twisting debut feature film, Being John Malkovich!
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:18:37)
Being John Malkovich Roundtable (00:26:29)
Your Letters (01:33:02)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 41min
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)
School’s out and for our final episode before a quick Summer Break, we welcome back New York Times best selling author Dave Itzkoff! And since nobody shouts summer vybes more than Walter Matthau, we tackle his 1974 classic New York heist thriller, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three.
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:15:54)
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three Roundtable (00:18:12)
Your Letters (01:23:42)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jun 23, 2024 • 1h 38min
They Live (1988)
At last, It’s the return of ILM VFx Editor Lorelei David, as we consume John Carpenter’s beloved subversive sci-fi classic starring Rowdy Roddy Piper, They Live! Witness the greatest fight scene and some of the best satire in sci-fi cinema history.
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:09:52)
They Live Roundtable (00:14:27)
Your Letters (01:16:27)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jun 17, 2024 • 1h 50min
Tremors (1990)
It’s all been leading to this: the episode AFTER Episode 200. It’s the return of the writer of Across the Spider-Verse (and Beyond the Spider-Verse!), Dave Callaham! We tackle Kevin Bacon and Fred Ward’s 1990 genre classic Tremors.
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:12:12)
Tremors Roundtable (00:22:06)
Your Letters (01:29:38)
Notes and Links
Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here.
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!.
See the movies we’ve watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd
Escape Hatch’s Breaking Dune News Twitter list
Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram.
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z the Boss Music.
Cover art by ctcher.
Edited and produced by Haitch.
Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Jun 10, 2024 • 2h 33min
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)
Ryan Condal, showrunner of House of the Dragon, and Dave Mandel, writer-showrunner of Veep, dive into the cinematic world of Raiders of the Lost Ark. They explore the film's legacy, sharing personal experiences tied to its thrilling narrative and iconic props. The duo humorously discusses the creative origins of Indiana Jones, the challenges of filmmaking, and character dynamics, including strong female archetypes. Their nostalgic journey reflects on the impact of the film on pop culture and the collectibles market, celebrating a beloved classic.

Jun 3, 2024 • 2h 7min
Spider-Man 2 (2004)
With only 2 episodes left until we hit 200, we’re bringing out the big guns. It’s the dramatic return of the hosts of the beloved X-Ray Vision Podcast: Rosie Knight and Jason Concepcion! We knew we had to choose a huge movie after their appearance for X-Men (2000) late last year, so we’re tackling 2004’s high water mark for the entire superhero genre, Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 2!
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:21:57)
Spider-Man 2 Roundtable (00:31:36)
Your Letters (01:48:37)
Notes and Links
Check out the Escape Hatch Merch! Great swag and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Patreon! Support the show as a patron and receive exclusive bonus episodes, early access to episodes, join our LIVE recordings, and much more.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Our server is live, and this is the place to hang out with Haitch, Jason, guest hosts, and other friends of the pod. It’s a spot to chat movies, books, games, whatever. Join us! https://discord.gg/R5ThKbTn7t
View the Escape Hatch Data Central Dashboard. Click here to view all of the data about every aspect of every episode of the show, curated by our listeners!
Checkout TAPEDECK Podcasts! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts. Check out our fellow podcasts!
Escape Hatch Set List on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/escapehatchpod/list/escape-hatch-set-list/
Let us know what you think of the show. Write us at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it wherever you listen to the pod.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z The Boss Music
Cover art by Ctcher
Edited and produced by Haitch
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn, a production of Haitch Industries

May 26, 2024 • 2h 34min
Noah (2014)
There are episodes and then there are EPISODES. Joining us to break down the incredible behind the scenes details of 8,000 years of the making of the Bible, PhD in theology & religion, and holy warrior fighting back the forces of intolerance across the internet every day, Dan McClellan. And we needed Dan to tackle Darren Aranofsky and Russell Crowe’s weird (REALLY weird!) fantasy, sci-fi(?), post apocalyptic(?) biblical movie, Noah. So much fun to have an unparalleled expert - and truly great guy - share his knowledge with us!
Chapters
Introduction (00:00:00)
Hatch News (00:33:44)
Noah Roundtable (0:35:25)
Your Letters (02:12:06)
Notes and Links
Check out the Escape Hatch Merch! Great swag and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now.
Join the Escape Hatch Patreon! Support the show as a patron and receive exclusive bonus episodes, early access to episodes, join our LIVE recordings, and much more.
Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Our server is live, and this is the place to hang out with Haitch, Jason, guest hosts, and other friends of the pod. It’s a spot to chat movies, books, games, whatever. Join us! https://discord.gg/R5ThKbTn7t
View the Escape Hatch Data Central Dashboard. Click here to view all of the data about every aspect of every episode of the show, curated by our listeners!
Checkout TAPEDECK Podcasts! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts. Check out our fellow podcasts!
Escape Hatch Set List on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/escapehatchpod/list/escape-hatch-set-list/
Let us know what you think of the show. Write us at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it wherever you listen to the pod.
Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram
Music by Scott Fritz and Who’z The Boss Music
Cover art by Ctcher
Edited and produced by Haitch
Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn, a production of Haitch Industries