The Psycho Drive-In Podcast

Bold, Breathtaking, and Bonkers: Catching up with The Bride!

John and Paul return from a month‑long break to catch up on a flood of trailers, recent deaths in entertainment, the Olympics, and what they’ve been watching.
The main event, however, is a spoiler‑free and then spoiler-filled review of Maggie Gyllenhaal’s THE BRIDE! — praising Jessie Buckley and Christian Bale, admiring the film’s bold first hour and punk aesthetic, but noting a cluttered second half that left Paul longing for more! The episode is rounded out with recommendations, classic movie chat, and podcast news.

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple — Blood, Bones & Iron Maiden

Paul and John kick off the new year with Episode 19 of the Psycho Drive-In Podcast, discussing 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. They cover standout scenes, performances (including Ralph Fiennes and Jack O’Connell), the film’s themes of grief and recovery, the striking Bone Temple sequence with Iron Maiden, and how the movie reframes the infected as human beings. They also touch on trailers, other films to pair with it, books, and podcast updates.
This episode balances spoiler-free impressions with an in-depth, spoiler-filled breakdown of major moments, characters, and the film’s emotional impact, ending with thoughts on possible directions for the next installment.

All Out of Bubblegum: Our Favorite Movies and TV of 2025

Paul and John kick off 2026 by tearing into the weird, violent and brilliant films of 2025. No news — just a rollicking best‑of rundown featuring favorites like Sinners, Sisu 2, Ballerina, The Long Walk, Frankenstein and a pile of wild runner‑ups.
Tune in for blunt takes, spoiler‑friendly chats, gore‑soaked laughs and a few heartfelt picks as they try to make sense of a chaotic year in cinema.

Scary Christmas: Rare Exports & Anna and the Apocalypse

Paul McCoy and John Meredith deliver a Christmas special episode of the Psycho Drive‑In Podcast, dissecting two wildly unexpected holiday films: the Finnish fantasy‑horror RARE EXPORTS (2010) and the Scottish Christmas musical zombie film ANNA AND THE APOCALYPSE (2017).
Expect spoiler discussions, offbeat laughs, recommendations for other nontraditional Christmas movies, and notes on where to stream these cult favorites.

B-Movie Classics: Things, Death Bed, & Xtro

Paul McCoy and John E. Meredith tackle three unforgettable cult horrors — the 1989 Canadian shocker Things, the surreal 1977 cult film Death Bed: The Bed That Eats, and the bizarre 1983 British sci‑fi horror Xtro — breaking down their low‑budget effects, overdubbed audio, and midnight‑movie charm.
They mix irreverent commentary, production anecdotes, and genuine appreciation for the DIY spirit that brought these chaotic films to life.
This episode is for fans of schlocky classics, midnight‑movie oddities, and anyone who enjoys being entertained by movies that defy explanation.

Predator: Badlands & The Running Man Reviews

Hosts John and Paul break down two recent releases — Predator: Badlands and The Running Man — weighing the risks and rewards of Badlands’ predator-as-protagonist approach, the film’s violence and effects, and Running Man’s glossy anti-corporate message that often feels sanitized. 
The episode also touches on TV and indie film picks (Slow Horses, It: Welcome to Derry, The Lowdown, Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein), recommends favorites like Prey and The Toxic Avenger, and teases future episodes focused on cult and gloriously trashy cinema.

Halloween Spooktacular: More Classics Old & New

Paul and John dig into Halloween classics old and new, sharing deep dives on favorites like Trick or Treat (1986), the 1990 IT miniseries, modern takes including It and It Chapter Two and Late Night with the Devil, and the spooky faux-broadcast WNUF Halloween Special.
They mix film analysis, personal memories, soundtrack notes, and a fast-paced list of more recommendations — perfect for listeners hunting movies to watch this Halloween.

Halloween Spooktacular: Classics Old & New

John and Paul dive into Halloween lore, classic and modern horror picks, and spooky recommendations to fuel your October movie nights.
They explore Samhain history, vintage TV horror like the cult pilot The World Beyond, beloved films such as Something Wicked This Way Comes, and recent unsettling releases including Cobweb and Bring Her Back.

One Battle After Another (2025) & Alien: Earth E5-8 Reviews

In episode 12 of the Psycho Drive-In podcast, hosts Paul McCoy and John Meredith dissect Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another — a loose Pynchon adaptation — covering its performances (DiCaprio, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro), bold action scenes, VistaVision presentation, political edge, and its divisive three-hour scope and awards prospects.
They also wrap up Alien: Earth episodes 5–8, highlighting the standout creature work, major plot turns, emotional beats, and the show’s cliffhanger setup for season two, giving listeners a spoiler-tagged deep dive and final recommendations.

The Long Walk (2025) Review

Paul McCoy and John Meredith break down the latest genre headlines — from Marvel Zombies and Bone Temple to Shelby Oaks — before digging deep into a gut-punch review of Stephen King’s The Long Walk. They praise the performances, atmosphere, and character work while warning listeners about the film’s relentless bleakness and controversial ending.
This episode explores the movie’s dystopian themes, casting highlights (including Cooper Hoffman and Mark Hamill), and why the film succeeds in its brutality even as its closing beats divide opinion. Not for the faint of heart — strong recommendation with a warning.