The Picking Brains Podcast

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1940’s horror with David Skal - The Picking Brains Podcast
March 18, 2016

This episode we return to our series of horror by the decade. For the 1940’s we decided to bring in an expert and we got the best. David Skal is the foremost authority in classic horror. We break down the films, stars,

Harvest Lake, Bubba the Redneck Werewolf, & Days of the Dead:Atlanta Recap - The Picking Brains Podcast
March 09, 2016

  This episode Nathan and I review and discuss Harvest Lake and Bubba the Redneck Werewolf. We also provide you with a breakdown of Days of the Dead: Atlanta and our favorite segment, Listener Email. Thank you to all of the listeners that email the sho...

Bill Oberst Jr.- This generations Lon Chaney - The Picking Brains Podcast
January 19, 2016

    The guest this episode is Bill Oberst Jr.  If you are a fan of the genre you’ve seen Bill ascend to the top in a wide variety of roles. Bill & I discuss a wide array of topics ranging from his youth, his take on Mark Twain,

Most anticipated films of 2016 - The Picking Brains Podcast
January 16, 2016

  Nathan and I break down the films of 2016 that we are looking forward to. You won’t find any big budget studio films on this list. These films are aiming to bring the horror. We also review Dr. Spine & Spades. Two films by director,

Nick Maley- Save Yoda - The Picking Brains Podcast
December 30, 2015

  The guest this episode is the Yoda Guy, Nick Maley. Nick was a part of Stuart Freeborn’s team on  Star Wars & The Empire Strikes Back. Nick played an integral part on Stuart’s team in the creation & realization of Yoda.

Top 13 of 2015 - The Picking Brains Podcast
December 30, 2015

Nathan and I wrap up the year with our best of 2015. We highly encourage you to check out these films and help spread the word for the independent filmmaker’s that are giving their all for the genre we love.

Gunnar Hansen Tribute - The Picking Brains Podcast
November 20, 2015

  The saw is family and this episode we pay tribute to the head of the family. Gunnar Hansen was more than just a boogeyman. He was an author, philanthropist, and all around great human being. Nathan and I are joined this episode by Adolfo from Days Of...

Michael Biehn, George Mihalka, & Matthew Leutwyler: 24 Hour Rental & Uncanny - The Picking Brains Podcast
November 04, 2015

  This episode the guests are Michael Biehn & George Mihalka in support of the new series, 24 Hour Rental and Matthew Leutwyler in support of the new film Uncanny. I highly recommend you check both of these out.

Bart Mixon: Pennywise, Rick Baker, & Freddy - The Picking Brains Podcast
October 30, 2015

  The guest this episode is makeup fx artist, Bart Mixon. Bart has been a part of some classic films. From his work  on the Nightmare on Elm Street series to working with Rick Baker and also creating the makeup for Pennywise the clown in the TV miniser...

Jason Lei Howden: Metal as Fuck with Deathgasm! - The Picking Brains Podcast
October 18, 2015

      The guest this episode is the writer/director of Deathgasm, Jason Lei Howden. The podcast is a die hard supporter of Jason and this film. Jason & I discuss the inspiration for the film, horror, metal, Peter Jackson, New Zealand censor laws,