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Tinseltown Thunderdome

Cameron, Aaron, and Matt

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Three of Hollywood’s least known critics join forces to give a thumbs up or down to the movies competing for fame and glory in the blood and dust of Tinseltown Thunderdome. These grudge matches determine the fate of some of the most sacred movie lists. From James Bond to Disney Animation and everything in between, we hold nothing back on the path to the last movie standing.
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Horrorwood: True Crime in Tinseltown

Kate McCoy (Host), Kevin Corbett (Host)

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Kate and Kevin met way back when they worked together at a (likely haunted) theatre and the two became fast friends. Skip ahead a few years to present day, when all they do is sit around and talk about skincare products and true crime. From horrific homicides to unsolved mysteries, spooky haunts to behind-the-scenes secrets, these two are here to bring you all the drama - and trauma - of Tinseltown. Settle in, Misfits.
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It's Pride Month! Join us as we explore the captivating life and tragic end of Mexican silent film icon Ramon Novarro. From his seductive dagger dances to his rise as a silver screen sensation, we delve into how this silent movie heartthrob captivated Hollywood. But beneath the allure of fame, Novarro's life was marked by hidden struggles, includin…
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We're feeling a little pre-pre-pre-pre October up in here, so we've got a spooky episode for ya! We've got the ghost of a theatre owner who insists on dressing like a Catholic priest (uh, he was NOT a priest nor was he even Catholic), and just wait 'til you hear who - or what - Laura Linney saw when she was performing at the Belasco, said to be the…
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We're delving into the wild world of MTV's controversial reality show, "Buckwild." In this episode, we explore the highs and lows of the series that captivated audiences with its portrayal of carefree youth in rural West Virginia. We'll discuss the show's instant popularity, the intense backlash from locals, and the real-life consequences that foll…
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When Ron Goldman saw Nicole Brown Simpson being brutally attacked, he could have saved himself and run away...but that's not who Ron was. He jumped in a tried to help her, and tragically it cost him his life. In Part 2 we'll talk about how each of Ron's family members found out about his death, the media circus going on all around them, and some as…
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Ron Goldman could put a smile on anyone's face; just ask any of the inner-city kids that looked up to him as their camp counselor, or one of the cerebral palsy patients he used to dance with at the residence home where he worked. As the oldest of five siblings, he embraced the role of big brother and couldn't wait to have a family of his own. He wa…
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**Hi there, Misfits! We originally posted this episode on our Patreon back in April but have decided to release it for everyone. We hope you find this story as important as we did!** CW: This episode contains discussion of rape. Before Rose McGowan spoke out against Harvey Weinstein, before "MeToo" became a hashtag, before hashtags even existed, th…
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Murders, stolen land, a curse, multiple ghost sightings...Griffith Park runs the gamut of nefarious acts and the paranormal. This popular Hollywood filming location also happens to be a preferred dumping ground of serial killers. Just something to think about. Episode Sources: “The Cursed Tale of Griffith Park” by Rebekah Rosewood, Jun. 14, 2023 “T…
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Caroline and I discuss her informative and fun read Crazy Old Ladies: The Story Of Hag Horror. We talk Joan, Bette, the fascinating genre, and all our other beloved babes doing their best to horrify and entertain us. I had lots of fun. Thanks so much to Caroline. She was great and loves my girl Joan! Mostly thanks to you, the listeners. I so apprec…
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Lisa and Paula join me to discuss their fab book Eleanor Powell:Born To Dance. Eleanor is widely thought to be one of the best (some people say the best) dancer in the grand old days of Classic Hollywood. Get to Know Eleanor through their eyes. We learn a lot about her wonderful career and her very tumultuous marriage to Glen Ford. You will like he…
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WE WANT TO SUCK YOUR BLOOD! Grab your garlic and crucifixes, Misfits. This week we’re talking about the history and hauntings of Dracula’s Castle, aka Bran Castle in Transylvania, Romania. The castle was the inspiration for Dracula’s Castle in Bram Stoker’s classic novel “Dracula.” But the legend of Dracula goes deeper than a blood-sucking vampire …
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Cristie Schoen Codd was an actress, a stunt performer and a movie set caterer. Her husband, JT Codd, was a key grip on a variety of TV shows and films. When the two decided to move from the hustle and bustle of Hollywood to the quiet mountain town of Leicester, NC, they never expected the horrors that awaited them in their serene new surroundings. …
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It's the 112th Anniversary of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. This horrendous maritime tragedy is the basis of one of Hollywood's greatest hit movies: "Titanic" (1997). The production was fraught with challenges; on one particular night during filming some of the cast and crew enjoyed a meal of seafood chowder then soon began feeling..."iffy." What…
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Misfits, it's a morning recording and Kevin hasn't had his coffee yet. We're a little unhinged in this one - bear with us! Born in 1891, B.H. DeLay was a pioneering aviator and entertainer, so working as a stunt pilot in the movie industry seemed like the perfect job. He was performing tricks in the air that had literally NEVER been done before! He…
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On Halloween night, 1992, Britain’s BBC 1 presented one of the most talked about programs in television history. The program was called "Ghostwatch" and it would eventually become one of the great “do you remember” moments of British television. The controversial airing left the public terrified and allegedly contributed to the suicide of an 18-yea…
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This case is BANANAS, Misfits. When character actor Albert Dekker failed to show up for a planned date with his fiancée, she grew concerned. When she went to his apartment to see if he was okay, she fainted at what she saw. No one could have imagined his life would end the way it did, but did detectives make the right call? Or did they rush the inv…
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Known as the Merry Widow, Los Angeles socialite Mimi Boomhower was the toast of the town. Her husband passed away in 1943, leaving Mimi a large sum of money from a linoleum fortune and a vast collection of animal heads...from big game hunting. But the money didn't last long and Mimi could no longer keep up with her lavish lifestyle. On August 18, 1…
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CW: This episode contains discussion of suicide, sexual assault and domestic assault. Here it is! We wanted to make sure you got the conclusion of the Gig Young story before the Oscars aired. We left off in Part 1 with Gig's marriage to Elizabeth Montgomery coming to a hostile end. Well misfits, things don't get any better from here. In this episod…
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Ahhh...the Academy Awards - a night of fashion, festivity and future murderers. Wait, what? Gig Young was quite the hottie back in his day (think George Clooney but in the mid-1900s). He had Hollywood starlets falling at his feet and a career many actors could only dream of. But he also had a lot of inner demons stemming from an abusive and traumat…
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Introducing a new game we call Movie Roulette. The game works like so - it's centered around a year, in this case 1994. We spin a roulette wheel which instead of number has five categories - Drama, Thriller/Horror, Comedy, Blockbuster and Wildcard. Whichever category we land on is the one from which we have to select a movie. We will go until each …
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The Theatre Royal Drury Lane, located in London's West End, has a storied history dating back to its opening in 1663. It has been a significant venue for theatrical performances, witnessing numerous iconic productions and hosting renowned figures in English theatre. Theatre Royal Drury Lane is not only celebrated for its contributions to the arts b…
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CW: This episode discusses domestic assault. She was a Playboy model who loved playing football and riding motorcycles; he was a reality TV star boasting a $2.5 million net worth. By the end of the summer in 2009, both of them were dead. National Domestic Violence Hotline Episode Sources: “True crime: The murder that changed reality TV” by Kristen …
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I talk to Dwayne Epstein about his book Killin' Generals..It's all great info on al, things behind the scenes. We talk about the actors like Lee Marvin, Charles Bronson, Jim Brown and the whole gang, and so much more.. Thanks so much to Dwayne for coming on the show and mostly to all of you that listen. You are the best!! Grace xo You can get the b…
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Today's guest is award-winning author Anthony J. Mohr who talks about his book, Every Other Weekend, Coming of Age with Two Different Dads. We talk about the contrasting lifestyles of Anthony's two fathers. One a movie/tv star, the other a successful business man.He tells of his families relationships against the backdrop of glamorous Hollywood and…
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In this episode we chat about their latest book C'mon Get Happy, The Making of Summer Stock We discuss the unexpected hurdles, notable musical performances, and enthusiastic viewer reactions the film generated. They also shed light on Judy Garlands personal struggles and her professional relationship with co-star Gene Kelly. There are so many wonde…
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Alfred Hitchcock was a legendary filmmaker celebrated as the Master of Suspense. His six-decade career produced iconic films, innovative techniques and enduring contributions to the thriller and horror genres. He directed actors with a demanding and unconventional style, aiming for "authenticity." We’re covering Hitchcock’s life, his break into the…
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We're embarking on a turbulent journey through the life of one of the most influential figures in entertainment history – the man behind the magic, Walt Disney (1901-1966). Walt was a pioneering American entrepreneur, animator, film producer, and creator of one of the most renowned entertainment companies in the world. But the beloved creator of Mi…
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Larry Austin had three loves: "Murder She Wrote", his cat (Sir Purity) and silent films. The idea that anyone could have anything against the 74-year-old theatre owner seemed unfathomable. So the community was shocked when he was gunned down in the lobby of his own theatre in what appeared to be a robbery gone wrong. Detectives found the whole situ…
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CW: This episode contains heavy discussion of rape and sexual assault. 18-year-old Sally Anne Bowman had two main goals in life: appear on the cover of Vogue Magazine and perform at the Royal Albert Hall with famed actor/singer Michael Ball. As a student at the BRIT School - which boasted such alumni as Adele, Tom Holland and Jessie J - along with …
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CW: This episode discusses the sexual assault of a child. Happy New Year, Misfits! We're back after a much needed holiday break, and we have a doozy of a case for you. Roman Polanski, a French and Polish movie director, producer, screenwriter and actor, is a huge name in Hollywood. He has received several of the movie industry's top accolades for h…
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The mayor's final sibling joins him to review A Christmas Story 2, a real hunk of junk from a short-lived DTV crap factory. NOTE: Since recording this episode, I finished "The House", and honestly, it was pretty good. Rough first act, but that's comedies for you, sometimes you have to sweat through the exposition.…
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Like a delicious sandwich made with terrible bread, the middle of Legasequel Month turns out to be quite tasty, as Tim and I look at the surprisingly good, if awkwardly titled "A Christmas Story Christmas", which is probably the best case scenario for what it could have been. I don't know why there's two slices of bread on each side of the sandwich…
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We're back with the conclusion of our Phil Hartman two-parter. When we left off in Part 1, Phil was at a low point both personally and professionally. But all of that was about to change. Phil's career is about to get a HUGE boost, and his relationship status is going to take a dramatic turn, to put it lightly. All we can say is when Elvira, Mistre…
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He was the man of a thousand voices. Phil Hartman was a comedic dynamo, but he didn't start out with dreams of stardom. If you'd asked him in college what his five year plan was, he probably would have answered "to surf, smoke and make art." In Part 1 of a two-parter, we'll talk about Phil's childhood, his hobbies, relationships and career moves. T…
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It's the middle of the beginning of theme month and the beginning of the end for Bogdanovich mainstay and Oscar nominee Randy Quaid. Join us as we look into the sad mush that is "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation 2: Cousin Eddie's Island Adventure". Read More
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CW: This episode discusses suicide and abortion. "The Comedy Store is a dark temple of fear and pain that to this day I believe is built over one of the gates to Hell.” - Marc Maron It might surprise some to learn that a place meant to bring laughter to audiences every night is the same place hiding some DARK secrets. We're talking MOB secrets. MUR…
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CW: This episode discusses child abuse, domestic abuse and sexual assault. You probably weren't expecting a content warning on an episode about 'Home Alone', but this is Horrorwood, remember? The film might be a holiday treasure, but behind the scenes things weren't so jolly. The cast of the Christmas classic seemed to have it all: Arrests? Check. …
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Parents will often say to children, "Don't worry, it isn't real" when it comes to a scary monster in a movie. But the most terrifying monsters walk among us every day. And I can assure you, Misfits, they are VERY real. Today we’re talking about gruesome serial killer Ed Gein - a.k.a. The Butcher of Plainfield - and the movies his story inspired, in…
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Sixty years ago in the early morning hours of Thanksgiving 1963, 22-year-old Karyn Kupcinet lay dead in her West Hollywood apartment. The daughter of prominent Chicago couple Essee and Irv Kupcinet, Karyn had been living in LA to pursue her dreams of stardom. But Karyn was deeply troubled. Not even her own family knew just how far her depression re…
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Boze is wonderful as usual and we talk about his 29th (wowsa)book.. Game Show Confidential... We talk the early scandals, up to today. Thanks so much to Boze for coming on the show..You are a doll.. Mostly Thanks To You All For Listening, Grace xoxo Boze author page https://www.amazon.com/stores/Boze-Hadleigh/author/B000APSH3M?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=…
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We're back for Part 2 and things just keep getting weirder. In our conclusion of the Tammy Lynn Leppert case we talk more about that friend that Tammy called to pick her up on the morning of July 6th, 1983. But he wasn't the only person raising a red flag regarding her disappearance. At the time there were two monsters lurking in the area, committi…
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18-year-old Tammy Lynn Leppert was no stranger to the spotlight. By the time she'd reached high school she'd already competed in hundreds of pageants, winning close to 300 titles. She even graced the cover of Cover Girl Magazine when she was just 13. Her pageant and modeling career opened the door to acting opportunities - Tammy's true passion. She…
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At 8:45pm on April 22, 1987, Chicago police received a call from Ruthie Mae McCoy, a 52-year-old black woman living on Chicago's South Side in the Grace Abbott Homes, part of the ABLA Housing Project. Ruthie cried for help saying, “They want to come through the bathroom.” Due to police negligence, racism, and a complete failure on the part of the C…
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Stone Wallace is back for our year 3 Spooktacular. We talk about great old classic TV scary shows like Thriller, Alfred Hitchcock hour and much more. We also talk about some scary old TV movies. A lot are cheesy deluxe but fun..no blood no gore..My kind of stuff.. Stone also has a new book out called Playground Of The Dead..It's spooktacular!! Than…
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Stone Wallace is back for our year 3 Spooktacular. We talk about great old classic TV scary shows like Thriller, Alfred Hitchcock hour and much more. We also talk about some scary old TV movies. A lot are cheesy deluxe but fun..no blood no gore..My kind of stuff.. Stone also has a new book out called Playground Of The Dead..It's spooktacular!! Than…
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