Project GenX
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Episode 283 - Happy Halloween 2026
Episode 283 - Happy Halloween 2026
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Pop Culture through the eyes of a couple GenXers. If you love movies, television, music and memories then this is the place for you
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- Episode 283 - Happy Halloween 2026 · 1 h 44 min · Episode 293Happy Halloween everyone!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Facebook Instagram discord X YouTube Dave's…
- Episode 282 - Halloween II (2009) · 1 h 6 min · Episode 292We close out our Halloween retrospective with Rob Zombie's 2009 Halloween II. It's been fun and we hope everyone has had a good spooky season. We will be back with one more…
- Episode 281 - Halloween (2007) · 58 min · Episode 291We are entering the final stretch of OctoberFest 2026 and to start us off we cover Rob Zombie's 2007 remake of Halloween. There is a lot to unpack here so sit back, relax and…
- Episode 280 - Halloween Resurrection · 57 min · Episode 290We finish out the main run of our Halloween retrospective with 2002's Halloween Resurrection. Oh man this is a mess but we do manage to find a few things to talk about. So sit…
- Episode 279 - Halloween H20 · 43 min · Episode 289Here we are at the beginning of a new chapter in the Halloween franchise and a new-ish timeline. This episode we are covering the 1998 movie Halloween H20. Along the way we…
- Episode 278 - Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers · 51 min · Episode 288This is the end of the Thorn Trilogy and with that we are covering the 1995 movie Halloween: The Curse of Michael Myers. Along the way we discuss the proper pronunciation of…
- Episode 277 - Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers · 41 min · Episode 287We are still trudging along through our Halloween retrospective and this episode we cover the 1989 movie Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers. This one is a challenge but we…
- Episode 276 - Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers · 54 min · Episode 286As we go deeper into OctoberFest we cover the 1988 movie Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers. Along the way we discuss just how "Kentucky" Illinois really is, the hazards of…
- Episode 275 - Halloween II · 40 min · Episode 285We are back with the second episode of OctoberFest 2026!! This time we are covering the 1981 movie Halloween II. Along the way we most definitely wonder "why" a lot. So sit back…
- Episode 274 - Halloween · 2 h 1 min · Episode 284And so it begins, OctoberFest 2026!! On this first episode we cover the 1978 horror classic Halloween. Along the way we detour through Kentucky, discuss the local UHF programming…
- Episode 273 - Pre-OctoberFest 2026 · 1 h 13 min · Episode 283Here we are at the precipice of OctoberFest 2026!! So this episode we give you a rundown of what is coming and catch up on our summer. So sit back and enjoy! Follow us on social…
- Episode 272 - The Great Outdoors · 59 min · Episode 282This episode we close out the summer with 1988's The Great Outdoors. Along the way we reminisce about family vacations, car ride sing-a-longs and just who was the inspiration for…
- Episode 271 - She's Having A Baby · 24 min · Episode 281We are back for our final episode before we start gearing up for OctoberfFest. This episode we are covering the 1988 movie She's Having A Baby. Along the way, well...just listen…
- Episode 270- Planes, Trains and Automobiles · 1 h 2 min · Episode 280On this much delayed episode we cover the 1987 Thanksgiving classic Planes, Trains and Automobiles. Along the way we discuss why some people are annoyingly optimistic, the…
- Episode 269 - Some Kind of Wonderful · 57 min · Episode 279We are back after a long hiatus with the 1987 film Some Kind of Wonderful. Along the way we discuss if John Hughes' movies are better directed by someone else, is this a…
- Episode 268 - Weird Science · 51 min · Episode 278Once again we traverse the Illinois landscape that is Shermer in 1985's Weird Science. Along the way we discuss the finer points of wealthy Chicago suburbs, 1980's luxury sports…
- Episode 267 - Ferris Bueller's Day Off · 1 h 4 min · Episode 277We are back!! After a small hiatus we return with the 1986 comedy Ferris Bueller's Day Off. Along the way we discuss how living in the Chicago suburbs means that you are rich…
- Episode 266 - Pretty In Pink · 47 min · Episode 276John Hughes continues his reign of terror in 1986's Pretty In Pink. Along the way we discover that maybe writing is a better job for John Hughes, the wrong side of the tracks…
- Episode 265 - Anna and the Apocalypse · 59 min · Episode 275This week we discuss the 2017 movie Anna and the Apocalypse. Dave did this. Blame him. Along the way we try to make this better by taking detours through Star Trek, generations…
- Episode 264 - The Breakfast Club · 51 min · Episode 274In our second episode of the Welcome to Shermer series we dive into The Breakfast Club. Along the way we discuss Verner's pay, social circles and the mystery of Carl the janitor…
- Episode 263 - Sixteen Candles · 43 min · Episode 273And so it begins. This is the beginning of our exploration of Shermer, Illinois and all things John Hughes. Along the way, well you just have to listen. We have also updated our…
- Episode 262 - Heart Eyes · 52 min · Episode 272This month we get a double whammy of Friday the 13th and Valentine's Day. So to celebrate A'riel joins us to talk about the 2025 movie Heart Eyes. Along the way sidetrack into…
- Episode 261 - Welcome to Shermer · 33 min · Episode 271We're Back!! For real this time. And with our return we are heading to one of the most famous non-existent cities in America: Shermer, Illinois. In this first episode we will…
- Episode 260 - Double Feature · 1 h 17 min · Episode 270We are back after a short absence and this time around we are doing some OctoberFest cleanup with two movies from 2025, Clown in a Cornfield and Sinners. Along the way we get…
- Episode 259 - Ash vs Evil Dead · 1 h 1 min · Episode 269This episode we tack the Starz television show Ash vs Evil Dead. Along the way we discuss our preferences for tricked out hursts, the trouble with tribbles and we round it out…
- Episode 258 - Evil Dead Rise · 47 min · Episode 268This week we discuss the 2023 sequel(?) Evil Dead Rise. As usual we get off subject and hilarity ensues. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget…
- Episode 257 - Evil Dead (2013) · 31 min · Episode 267They remade Evil Dead. Yay.... Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram…
- Episode 256 - Army of Darkness · 38 min · Episode 266Here we are at the end of the original Evil Dead theatrical franchise: Army of Darkness!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod…
- Episode 255 - Evil Dead 2 · 48 min · Episode 265This episode we continue our retrospective on the Evil Dead franchise by diving headlong into the 1987 movie Evil Dead 2. Along the way we discuss whether or not this is a remake…
- Episode 254 - The Evil Dead (1981) · 34 min · Episode 264Here we are with the first proper episode of OctoberFest 2025. And what an episode it is: The Evil Dead!! Along the way we discuss what constitutes a good movie, the longevity of…
- Episode 253 - Catching Up...with OCTOBERFEST!! · 56 min · Episode 263We couldn't let October pass without talking Fall, horror and and all thing Halloween. We're back with A'riel and a lot to say. So sit back, relax and enjoy!! Follow us on social…
- 4.... · 1 h 0 min · Episode 262Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram
- 5.... · 1 h 10 min · Episode 261Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram
- A Very Special Episode · 22 min · Episode 260Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram A'riel [email protected]
- Episode 249 - Happy Halloween!! · 57 min · Episode 259We hope everyone has had a happy and safe OctoberFest this year. Please enjoy our Halloween episode! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on…
- Episode 248 - Late Night Double Feature · 42 min · Episode 258This episode we look a couple of new horror films and decide if they are pantheon worthy. Much fun is had. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate…
- Episode 247 - Kid's Halloween · 1 h 5 min · Episode 257This episode it's just Alan and A'riel discussing their favorite kid's Halloween specials. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod…
- Episode 246 - The Howling · 41 min · Episode 256We are closing in on the end of OctoberFest and this episode we discuss the 1981 classic The Howling. Much fun is had along the way. Follow us on social media and don't forget to…
- Episode 245 - Final Destination · 44 min · Episode 255OctoberFest is in full effect and this episode we go back to the year 2000 and explore the design of death with Final Destination. Along the way we discuss the perils of studio…
- Episode 244 - Pumpkinhead · 29 min · Episode 254This episode we drag A'riel through the backwoods of Appalachia for a grim fairytale with 1988's Pumpkinhead. Along the way we talk Stan Winston, Lance Freakin' Henriksen and…
- Episode 243 - Fright Night · 39 min · Episode 253This episode we discuss the 1985 movie Fright Night. Along the way we take tours through television horror, old movie posters and just what constitutes a good Stephen King…
- Episode 242 - Suspiria · 39 min · Episode 252On this episode we discuss the 1977 Italian horror classic Suspiria. Along the way we take detours through old issues of Fangoria magazine, the early days of video stores and Joe…
- Episode 241 - Re-Animator · 30 min · Episode 251OctoberFest is in full bloom and this episode we cover the 1985 classic Re-Animator. Along the way we discuss strange love affairs, the secret of the ooze and what is supposed to…
- Episode 240 - Return of the Living Dead · 30 min · Episode 250OctoberFest kicks off with the 80's classic horror/comedy Return of the Living Dead. Along the way we discuss a disturbing link to recent event, 80's female grooming habits and…
- Episode 239: OctoberFest 2024 Preview · 22 min · Episode 249OctoberFest 2024 is right around the corner and this episode we give you a preview of what is waiting. Enjoy!! Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and…
- Episode 238 - Lost · 2 h 0 min · Episode 248It's hard to believe that Lost premiered twenty years ago but its lasting legacy is still being felt on television today. So join Alan as he invites an old friend to recount the…
- Episode 237 - Star Wars: The Prequels · 1 h 25 min · Episode 247All good things must come to an end and on this episode we say goodbye to the franchise that defined our generation. Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe…
- Episode 236 - Fall Has Fell · 1 h 11 min · Episode 246Yuri Bezmenov Interview Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram…
- Episode 235 - Video Games · 1 h 3 min · Episode 245Follow us on social media and don't forget to like, subscribe and rate us on your pod catcher of choice!! Instagram discord X Dave's Instagram [email protected]
- Episode 234 - Dave and Alan · 57 min · Episode 244This week we celebrate...us!! We have known each other for thirty years so we decided to take walk down memory lane. All the good, bad and ugly will be slightly touched on. And…
