Welcome back to The Dread Broadcast—our monthly after-hours horror pub, where creators, collectors, and fans gather (virtually) for drinks, laughs, and screams. Think of it as the late-night haunt after everyone’s finished their own shows: a candlelit roundtable for sharing what’s new, what’s hidden, and what’s worth digging out of the crypt.  This month we close out summer with Episode 4: August After Dark – Horror’s Last Summer Screams, featuring horror headlines, hidden gems, physical media treasures, and a very special guest…  ⸻  👻 Special Guest: Eric Miller  Eric Miller is a horror fiction writer, screenwriter, and sci-fi author with 30+ years in Hollywood. He’s the Bram Stoker Award-nominated editor of Hell Comes to Hollywood, creator behind 18 Wheels of Horror, and the screenwriter of SyFy cult favorites like Ice Spiders, Night Skies, Mask Maker, and Swamp Shark.  Eric joins us to talk horror across the page and the screen, his career in both publishing and film, and what inspires his monstrous stories.  ⸻  🕯️ Tonight’s Panel of Creators  • Jerry (Horror Heads Podcast) – @jl_in_amityville / @horrorheadspodcast  • Joel – @joel_villarreal36  • @guttedhorrorpodcast  • Kelsi – @superkickingit / Slime & Slashers  • Josh – @horrorblyopinionated  • Aaron – @abhorrormovies  • @monstermaulshop – “your one-stop horror shop”  • Jordan – @the_movie_den_  • GC – @facethemovies  Hosted by Tim & Johnathan from The Average Reviews Podcast  ⸻  ⏰ Segment Breakdown  [00:00–00:10] Opening & Introductions [00:10–00:30] 🎤 Spotlight Guest: Eric Miller – career talk + audience Q&A [00:30–01:00] ✂️ The Cutting Room – August Horror Headlines (new releases, reviews, buzz) [01:00–01:30] 🗝️ The Curio Cabinet – Hidden Gems & Streaming Picks (books, indie films, Halloween prep!) [01:30–02:00] 💿 The Crypt – Physical Media Treasures (August’s best releases + Monster Maul Shop showcase) [01:50–02:00] 🧛 Closing Roundtable & Wrap-Up  ⸻  🩸 Join the Horror Community  💀 Drop a comment with your favorite horror pick of the month 💀 Share and tag a creator who should join a future panel 💀 Subscribe for more roundtables, guest interviews, and horror community spotlights  And don’t miss next month’s Episode 5, where we’ll be joined by an independent director to talk about his brand-new found footage film… 👀  ⸻  #HorrorCommunity #HorrorLivestream #TheDreadBroadcast #IndieHorror #HorrorBooks #HorrorMovies #HorrorCollectors #HorrorYouTube #StaySpooky

Dead Broadcast Ep. 4 | August Horror Recap ft. Eric Miller, WEAPONS + Horror Creators Roundtable

This week we journey back to 1982 for Jim Henson’s dark and dazzling masterpiece: The Dark Crystal. 🧙‍♂️🪄 With its groundbreaking puppetry, haunting world-building, and eerie undertones, this fantasy film shaped childhoods and nightmares alike.  Joining us is Evan from The Kilt and the Redneck Podcast 🎙️ to dive deep into Skeksis politics, Gelfling lore, and whether this film is truly for kids… or kids who like a little trauma with their popcorn. 🍿👀  👑 Expect nostalgia, laughs, and more than a little darkness as we explore what made The Dark Crystal a cornerstone of 80s fantasy cinema.  📚 Want more horror? Check out our books on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUtniBd  🎧 Check out our friends at Zencastr and get 30% off your first 3 months of Zencastr Pro: 👉 https://zen.ai/theaveragereviews  📖 Enjoy $5.00 off your first purchase when you use Tim Umpleby’s code “TIMOTHYREADS” at checkout: 👉 https://pangobooks.com/TIMOTHYREADS  #TheDarkCrystal #JimHenson #FantasyMovies #ChildhoodFantasySeries #80sFantasy #MoviePodcast #TheAverages

S3.E16: The Dark Crystal (1982) – Childhood Fantasy Series Part 2 | Jim Henson's Nightmare Puppets

🕰️✨ Welcome to the first episode in our Childhood Fantasy series — and we’re kicking things off with a true gem: Time Bandits (1981)!  Directed by Terry Gilliam and brimming with surreal whimsy, historical hijinks, and dwarves who steal time maps, this cult classic takes us on a wild ride through the space-time continuum. Join us as we revisit the anarchic imagination of childhood, question the role of gods (and parents), and unpack why this offbeat fantasy still resonates decades later.  🎬 In this episode:  • Our favorite sequences through history  • The terrifying Robin Hood cameo (you know the one)  • David Warner’s delightfully evil turn as Evil  • Gilliam’s signature style and the Monty Python connection  • That ending—yes, that ending—and what it all means  📽️ Whether you grew up with this movie or you’re watching it for the first time, we’re diving deep into the strange, dark, and hilarious world of Time Bandits.  📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in our Childhood Fantasy series, where we’ll be covering films that shaped our imaginations… and maybe messed us up just a little.  🎧 Check out our friends at Zencastr and get 30% off your first 3 months of Zencastr Pro 👉 https://zen.ai/theaveragereviews [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbHBKRG5ZekJXWnJ6NThyNHZTOVh4b0FBaWRvQXxBQ3Jtc0ttUkRRV3gwS0pBaEtQSXlNVnc5ektaV05ieXJ4SXdvd1hJUW0zMlV0LU5hLTZ0aFUwUVROUVFWUHNBZVhaY1VCd285cnVZQ3ZhcXljNW1CRFY3czlkQXo3cWdNLWVvS21aNUlYRk50NXZaR2JKMmQ1TQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fzen.ai%2Ftheaveragereviews&v=3ckBrGdoI2I] 📚 Grab Jessica Lacy’s thrilling new horror novel, The House Beyond the Shore 👉 https://a.co/d/gNSn0Qg [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbndMV3BwemtGZ2labl9DQUR0aElpcV82Nmw3QXxBQ3Jtc0tsbXd6aUhoRVBEMHJoMy1oWEY1RDl0ak85MzVic3EzTnphTS1aM2FyZFQwU3Q3WDA5V0Uxdi1ETGNtRGZKVXotNnZQdEphcmJVWFdZRWZhNl9yY3h0UTFZbFdNZERLc0x4c1Nmb2JmWjRtLUxXeTZ1Yw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fa.co%2Fd%2FgNSn0Qg&v=3ckBrGdoI2I] 📚 Want more horror? Check out our books on Amazon 👉 https://a.co/d/bUtniBd [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbThXRWo5TVRrTDN5XzRVYlo0bS0xdWVOMUM4Z3xBQ3Jtc0tubV91M21rZ05qUXN0RDlRZHUwWE5jcDBLQ1FuSWtrcnVMSEpoOHEyS29wS1A1STk0TVFLRE5ab1FaRmN0Znd0ajAyUzZoOUUya0VrSmRNcl9vZWxBRU5kTXRvMXRsWFBySnBSakt4OTNhT0o5N2tpcw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fa.co%2Fd%2FbUtniBd&v=3ckBrGdoI2I]



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S3.E15: TIME BANDITS (1981) – Childhood Fantasy Series Part 1 | Terry Gilliam’s Darkest Adventure?

This month on The Dread Broadcast, we’re joined by special guest Chris Riggi—actor in Abduct, American Crime Story, Vampires Suck, Gossip Girl, and (according to the internet) possibly the new Superman AND an F1 driver. We get into it. 🏎️🦸‍♂️  Our incredible panel includes: 🩸 Shawn from @thehorrorvision 🌕 Travis from @thenightclubpodcast 👻 Katie from @katieafraidy 🔪 Jillian from @ratedhorror 💀 Kelsi from @superkickingit 📼 Will from @onegoodscare 🎃 Jeffrey from @johndoejuggalo 🧠 Josh from @horrorblyopinionated 🎥 GC from @facethemovies  Together, we cover: 📚 The rise of Creature Feature novels 🎬 Must-see indie and under-the-radar horror releases 👀 Early reactions to Hell House LLC: Lineage 💿 That Nightmare on Elm Street 4K box set announcement …and plenty more horror hot takes, laughs, and recommendations.  💀 Make sure to LIKE, FOLLOW, and SUBSCRIBE so you never miss an episode of The Dread Broadcast—where horror creators and fans come together to celebrate the genre we love.  

Creature Features, 4K Dreams & Riggi Realness | Ep. 3

🎬 Jennifer’s Body (2009) — Livestream Review with Special Guest Jessica Lacy (@bloodandlacy) 🔥🩸  Is Jennifer’s Body a misunderstood feminist horror gem? A demonic cult classic? Or both?  We’re unpacking it ALL in this livestream episode of The Average Reviews, featuring very special guest horror author and critic Jessica Lacy (@bloodandlacy)! From its blood-soaked satire and Megan Fox’s iconic performance to Diablo Cody’s razor-sharp script, we’re diving deep into what made this movie flop at first — and why it’s now a modern cult obsession.  💬 Join us in the chat as we rate, debate, and resurrect the legend of Jennifer Check.  ⸻  🎧 Check out our friends at Zencastr and get 30% off your first 3 months of Zencastr Pro 👉 https://zen.ai/theaveragereviews  📚 Grab Jessica Lacy’s thrilling new horror novel, The House Beyond the Shore 👉 https://a.co/d/gNSn0Qg  📚 Want more horror? Check out our books on Amazon 👉 https://a.co/d/bUtniBd  ⸻  🗓️ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and drop your own rating in the comments or live chat! #JennifersBody #HorrorMovies #Livestream #CultClassics #TheAverageReviews #BloodAndLacy #JessicaLacy #MeganFox #FeministHorror

S3.E14: Jennifer’s Body Was NEVER the Problem (We Were!) W/ Jesssica Lacy

We’re embracing our comic book roots and flying straight into the heart of the Superman (2025) discourse!  Join Tim, @mephistomonkee, and @iamkevindavisofficial as we dive into DC’s latest cinematic reboot. Is this the movie that finally gets it right? Or just another cape in the crowd?  💬 The reviews are in — and they’re all over the place. From “disappointing” to “top-tier superhero cinema,” critics can’t seem to agree. That’s why we’re putting it to you.  🎯 Use one of our three scoring methods on Instagram (@theaveragereviewspodcast) or submit your score directly using our link in bio. We’ll tally everything LIVE and figure out where Superman (2025) really stands.  This isn’t Rotten Tomatoes. We don’t get paid to praise. This is The Average — where the real review happens with your friends.  👥 Want to be part of the episode? Drop your scores in the comments or join the chat. Your voice matters.  🎙️ Powered by Zencastr 📖 Order Tim’s new novel Like, Comment, Survive: https://a.co/d/blR27Ft  🎥 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and comment your score. Your review changes the average.  #Superman2025 #DCEU #DCReboot #MovieReview #TheAverageReviews #JamesGunn #LiveScoring #FilmDiscussion #SuperheroMovies #ComicBookMovies #ManOfSteel #Zencastr #MoviePodcast #YourReviewMatters #SupermanReturns #TheAverage #DCFans

S3.E13: Superman (2025) REVIEW – Is This DC’s Make or Break Moment?

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Dread Broadcast — your new favorite monthly horror news roundtable, hosted by Tim and Johnathan of The Average Reviews Podcast! We’re building a free, creator-powered community, fueled by our love of horror in all its forms. If you’re into slashers, screamers, physical media, or under-the-radar gems, you’re in the right place.  🕯️ This Month’s Highlights Include:  • Special Guest Spotlight: Jessica Lacy (formerly Ivy Tholen) — author of Tastes Like Candy, Maul Rats, and more! She joins us to talk about writing slashers with heart, humor, and grit.  • The Cutting Room:   • Indie screeners from Raindance reviewed by @journeywithacinephile  • @thehorrorvision breaks down the buzzed-about A Desert  • @MovieDumpster joins with their signature insight  • The Curio Cabinet:  • @abhorrormovies brings lesser-known horrors into the light  • @superkickingit shares perfect summer slasher reads & Giallo-inspired books  • @thekiltandtheredneck covers horror gaming updates  • The Crypt:  • @facethemovies & @qthemoviecollector team up for a surprise physical media spotlight  📼 Plus: We tease Episode 3 (coming late July) featuring a found-footage indie horror producer as our next special guest.  🧛‍♂️ Don’t forget to: ✅ Like & Subscribe 💬 Drop a comment 📢 Tag your favorite horror creators — we want YOU in the conversation! 📺 Watch now and rewatch anytime on our channel.  #TheDreadBroadcast #HorrorNews #JessicaLacy #IndieHorror #PhysicalMedia #HorrorPodcast #HorrorCommunity #WhatToWatch #SummerSlashers #GialloBooks #HorrorGaming #A24 #FoundFootage  #RaindanceFilmFestival #SupportIndieHorror #CollectorsEdition

THE DREAD BROADCAST EP2: Jessica Lacy Joins the Panel! Horror Reviews, Streaming Picks & Collector Must-Haves

🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of The Dread Broadcast — your new horror roundtable bringing together critics, collectors, and curators to dissect the biggest news, overlooked gems, and physical media drops in the genre we love.  In this debut livestream, host Tim from @theaveragereviews welcomes an incredible panel of creators to explore what haunted the horror world in May.  👻 Special Guest: Horror Author Nick Roberts (@spookywv) Nick joins us to talk about his upcoming projects, answer panel questions, and drop an exclusive announcement you won’t want to miss.  🔪 Segment 1: The Cutting Room – Reviews & Analysis • Travis (@thenightclubpodcast) breaks down Final Destination: Bloodlines • David (@journeywithacinephile) explores Drop • Tim dives into Fear Street: The Prom Queen  🦴 Segment 2: The Curio Cabinet – Hidden Gems & Streaming Picks • Aaron (@abhorrormovies / Aaron’s Movie Page) spotlights must-see indie horror • Tim shares what’s coming to (and leaving) major horror streaming platforms  🕯️ Segment 3: The Crypt – Physical Media Deep Dives • Steven (@afterhrsvideo) unearths Jason X, Jason Goes to Hell, and Re-Animator • Chris (@beardedfilmguy) spotlights The Coffee Table, Girls Without Shame, and The Brood • Jordan (@The_Movie_Den) brings a surprise pick from the vault  ⸻  🩸 Are you a horror creator who wants to join a future broadcast? Comment below or message us on Instagram! We’re always looking to expand the table.  📌 Subscribe for more roundtables, horror headlines, and unholy recommendations. 🔁 Share this stream. Help us grow the dread.  #TheDreadBroadcast [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/thedreadbroadcast] #HorrorNews [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horrornews] #HorrorCreators [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horrorcreators] #PhysicalMedia [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/physicalmedia] #HorrorReviews [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horrorreviews] #IndieHorror [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/indiehorror] #HorrorCommunity [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horrorcommunity] #NickRoberts [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nickroberts] #VHSRevival [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/vhsrevival] #FinalDestination [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/finaldestination] #FearStreet [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/fearstreet] #HorrorPanel [https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/horrorpanel]

THE DREAD BROADCAST | Horror’s Biggest May Headlines, Deep Cuts & Physical Media Obsessions!

Episode Description – S3.E10: Goodfellas (1990) Review with Steven from After Hours Video

“As far back as I can remember, I always wanted to be a podcaster…”

This week, we’re diving into the mob classic Goodfellas (1990) with our good friend Steven from After Hours Video. From iconic one-liners and unforgettable tracking shots to the real-life rise and fall of Henry Hill, we break down the Scorsese masterpiece using our unique scoring system. Did it live up to the hype, or did it leave us reaching for the cannoli?

If you missed the YouTube livestream, catch the full episode now wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to share your score with us using one of our three scoring methods – find them on our Instagram!

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S3.E10: Is Goodfellas Really the Best Mob Movie Ever? (ft. @afterhrsvideo)

S3.E9: Thunderbolts Review (ft. Adam T. Gall)  In this episode of The Average Reviews, we return to the franchise that started it all for us — the Marvel Cinematic Universe — to break down the latest entry: Thunderbolts. Tim revisits the origin of our scoring system, how it all started with ranking MCU films in 2018, and why The Winter Soldier still reigns supreme. Joined by Adam T. Gall, we ask the big question: Did Marvel finally find its footing… or is this another swing and a miss?  🎙️ LISTEN anywhere podcasts are available 📺 WATCH now and drop your score in the comments 📱 JOIN US on Instagram (@theaveragereviewspod) to use one of our three scoring cards and tell us what you thought of the film!  💥 Whether you’re Team Red Guardian, still wondering what Ghost does, or just here for Florence Pugh — this one’s for you.  📣 Try Zencastr for your own podcast here: https://zencastr.com/?via=theaverage  👇 Like, comment your score, and don’t forget to subscribe! 👇  ⸻  #MarvelThunderbolts #ThunderboltsReview #MCUPhaseFive #MarvelPodcast #TheAverageReviews #MCU #RedGuardian #YelenaBelova #FlorencePugh #BuckyBarnes #PodcastLife #MovieReview #Zencastr #MarvelMovies #ThunderboltsMovie #MCUAnalysis #PodcastRecommendations #MoviePodcast #ScorecardSystem #PopCultureDiscussion

S3.E9: What about Bob - Thunderbolts* Review w/ Adam Gall

Welcome to The Average Podcast! We review movies based on how they would fair in social settings—meaning whether or not a general crowd would enjoy it or not. Your hosts, Jonathan and Tim, walk you through how they scored a movie according to The Average criteria. More importantly, we want to hear from YOU. Follow us on Instagram to download a scorecard, send it to us, and we'll feature you.  Follow us on all platforms: linktr.ee/theaveragereviews

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