Return of the Living Dead II (1988) synopsis: “Curious kids unearth the barrels that previously helped revive the dead, which proves the second time's an undead charm.”Starring: Thom Mathews, James Karen, Michael Kenworthy, and Suzanne SnyderDirector: Ken WiederhornSure it might be the lesser of the two Return of the Living Dead movies that Thom Mathews starred in but Zak and Corey have a lot of love for RotLD2, and we think it shows! It definitely showed during our exclusive interview with Freddy & Joey (and Tommy Jarvis in Friday the 13th 6) himself, Thom Mathews! You can listen now at patreon.com/podcastingafterdark!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Return of the Living Dead (1985) synopsis: “When two bumbling employees at a medical supply warehouse accidentally release a deadly gas into the air, the vapors cause the dead to rise again as zombies.”Starring: Clu Gulager, James Karen, Don Calfa, and Thom MathewsDirector: Dan O'Bannon“Send. More. Paramedics!”We kick off our Return of the Living Dead tribute month with the first (and arguably the best) movie in this zom-com franchise! Zak and Corey have a ton of fun breaking down and examining what makes this movie special and why it holds up so well 34 years after its release!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Dive into the world of 'Fright Night' as hosts share their personal connections to this cult classic. They explore nostalgic film experiences before subtitles and analyze the intriguing character dynamics, particularly between Charlie, Ed, and the charming yet menacing Jerry Dandridge. The discussions include humorous moments, pivotal transformations, and the film's clever homage to horror tropes. With insights from recent interviews, listeners will appreciate the creativity behind this beloved vampire tale.

Tuff Turf (1985) synopsis: “The new kid in school must battle a gang of street toughs after stealing the gang leader's girl.”Starring: James Spader, Kim Richards, Paul Mones, and Robert Downey JrDirector: Fritz KierschThis week the boys tackle another movie that is near and dear to Zak’s heart but is completely new to Corey- which was the same scenario for Class of 1984 (I think we are seeing a trend here with school themed movies). So, what did Corey think of Tuff Turf after his first viewing? You’ll have to listen to our epic two and a half hour podcast to find out!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Lifeforce (1985) synopsis: “A race of space vampires arrives in London and infects the populace, beginning an apocalyptic descent into chaos.”Starring: Steve Railsback, Peter Firth, Frank Finlay, Mathilda May, and Patrick StewartDirector: Tobe HooperThis week Corey and Zak tackle Lifeforce, the Tobe Hooper helmed Cannon film starring Mathilda May and Steve Railsback. Be warned, this movie has a healthy amount of nudity and violence. Pretty much everything a teenage boy growing up in the late 80s/early 90s could possibly want to see late at night! So, turn off the lights and settle in for a fun ride through Corey and Zak’s twisted childhood!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

TerrorVision (1986) synopsis: “A family's new satellite TV system starts receiving signals from another planet, and soon it becomes the passageway to an alien world.”Starring: Diane Franklin, Gerrit Graham, Mary Woronov, Chad Allen, and Jon GriesDirector: Ted NicolaouThis week we have a really fun (and slightly disturbing) movie for you…TerrorVison! A personal favorite of Zak’s and a personal piece of trauma for Corey. Don’t worry, the boys get into all of that and more on the podcast. So, sit back and enjoy the show!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Hardware (1990) synopsis: “The head of a cyborg reactivates, rebuilds itself, and goes on a violent rampage in a space marine's girlfriend's apartment.”Starring: Dylan McDermott, John Lynch, Stacey Travis, and William HootkinsDirector: Richard Stanley“This is what you want…this is what you get!” You’ll definitely have those lyrics stuck in your head after you watch Hardware! But should you? That depends on who you ask in our first divisive review on Podcasting After Dark! Listen and find out what Corey and Zak thought of this sci-fi cult classic!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Class of 1984 (1982) synopsis: “A new teacher at a troubled inner-city high school soon ends up clashing with the delinquent leader of a punk posse that runs the school.”Starring: Perry King, Timothy Van Patten, Roddy McDowall, and Michael J. FoxDirector: Mark L. LesterThis week on Podcasting After Dark we’re taking a trip down Zak’s memory lane with Class of 1984. For Corey, though, this is the first time he’s seeing the movie. Will he like Class of 1984 without any of Zak’s beloved nostalgia? Listen to the show and find out!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Heavy Metal (1981) synopsis: “A glowing green orb - which embodies ultimate evil - terrorizes a young girl with an anthology of bizarre and fantastic stories of dark fantasy, eroticism and horror.”Starring: John Candy, Eugene Levy, Joe Flaherty, and Harold RamisDirector: Multiple CreditsIn the first proper Podcasting After Dark episode, Corey and Zak break down and review the 1981 animated cult classic, Heavy Metal. As a lifelong fan, Corey tackles the movie with nostalgic gusto, while Zak brings a fresher perspective to the discussion. Get ready to take a ride on Heavy Metal!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network

Introducing your hosts of Podcasting After Dark: Corey Stevenson and Zak Shaffer! These two 80s kids grew up watching horror, action, and sci-fi movies- you know, the kind that played at midnight on Cinemax- and they turned out just fine. Sort of.Now, Corey and Zak are grown up and hosting a bi-weekly podcast dedicated to all the cult films they loved! Everything from ‘Heavy Metal’ to ‘TerrorVision’ will be reviewed on the show. They might not always agree with one another, but Corey and Zak’s love of schlock is the glue that binds these discussions!— SUPPORT THE SHOW —PATREON - Two extra shows a month, including our celebrity interview series, plus videos and other exclusive content!MERCH STORE - We have a fully dedicated merch store at TeePublic with multiple designs and products!REDDIT - Join our growing Subreddit community!INSTAGRAM / FACEBOOK - Follow us on social media for updates and announcements!This podcast is part of the BFOP Network