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Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt Podcast

Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt Podcast

By Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt Podcast

A podcast dedicated to the HBO series Tales from the Crypt. Join Jason, Jody, and Mando as they discuss each episode and give some dad wisdom along the way.
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Dads From the Crypt: A Tales From The Crypt PodcastMar 29, 2022

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"Gray Matter/House of the Head" (Creepshow S1 E1)

"Gray Matter/House of the Head" (Creepshow S1 E1)

We start our reviews of Creepshow with "Gray Matter" (Starring Adrienne Barbeau, Giancarlo Esposito, Tobin Bell, Christopher Nathan & directed by Greg Nicotero) & "The House of The Head" (Starring Cailey Fleming & directed by John Harrison) Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Mar 25, 202401:26:44
"Scare Package 2: Rad Chad's Revenge" Review with Spooky Sarah!

"Scare Package 2: Rad Chad's Revenge" Review with Spooky Sarah!

This week we review "Scare Package 2: Rad Chad's Revenge" (starring Jon Michael Simpson, Jeremy King, Hawn Tran, Noah Segan and Joe Bob Briggs) with our friend Spooky Sarah!!! Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Mar 18, 202401:18:41
"White Christmas" (Black Mirror, S2 E4)

"White Christmas" (Black Mirror, S2 E4)

The Dads From The Crypt gaze into the Black Mirror of "White Christmas" (S2 E4) (staring Jon Hamm, Rafe Spall, Rasmus Hardiker, Natalia Tena, Oona Chaplin, Janet Montgomery & directed by Bryn Higgins).


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Mar 10, 202401:32:02
"The Waldo Moment" (Black Mirror, S2 E3) with Ashton Leach

"The Waldo Moment" (Black Mirror, S2 E3) with Ashton Leach

We gaze into the Black Mirror of "The Waldo Moment" (S2 E3) (staring Daniel Rigby, Chloe Pirrie, Jason Flemyng, Tobias Menzies & directed by Bryn Higgins) with our friend Ashton Leach!

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Mar 03, 202401:08:30
"White Bear" (Black Mirror S2, E2)
Feb 25, 202401:17:24
"Be Right Back" (Black Mirror, S2 E1)
Feb 18, 202401:15:36
"Scare Package" Review

"Scare Package" Review

This week we review "Scare Package" starring Jon Michael Simpson, Jeremy King, Hawn Tran, Noah Segan and Joe Bob Briggs! Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Feb 11, 202401:39:08
"The Entire History Of You" (Black Mirror S1 E3)

"The Entire History Of You" (Black Mirror S1 E3)

We gaze into the Black Mirror of "The Entire History Of You" (S1 E3) starring Toby Kebbell, Jodie Whittaker, Tom Cullen & directed by Brian Welsh Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Feb 04, 202401:14:59
"Fifteen Million Merits" (Black Mirror S1 E2)

"Fifteen Million Merits" (Black Mirror S1 E2)

We gaze into the Black Mirror of "Fifteen Million Merits" (S1 E2) starring @danielkaluuya Jessica Brown Findlay & directed by Euros Lyn


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Jan 28, 202401:16:14
The Joe Lynch Interview!
Jan 26, 202401:18:54
"The National Anthem" (Black Mirror, S1 E1)
Jan 21, 202401:10:44
Bill Kopp Interview, Director of "Third Pig"
Jan 14, 202451:48
Third Pig (TFC S7 Ep13)

Third Pig (TFC S7 Ep13)

Jason, Jody and Mando review the Tales From the Crypt series finale "Third Pig" S7 Ep13 The TFC episode stars Bobcat Goldthwait, Cam Clarke, Charlie Adler, Brad Garrett, Corey Burton &Jim Cummings Directed by Bill Kopp & Patrick Ventura Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Jan 07, 202401:30:32
2023 Year Ender with Matt "The Story Time Guy" Torres

2023 Year Ender with Matt "The Story Time Guy" Torres

The Crypt Dads review 2023 with Matt "The Story Time Guy" Torres! Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Jan 01, 202401:49:07
"Chillerama" with Joe & Trace from the Horror Queer Podcast

"Chillerama" with Joe & Trace from the Horror Queer Podcast

We review "Chillerama" with Joe and Trace from the Horror Queers podcast !!! This weeks movie is directed by Adam Rifkin, Joe Lynch, Adam Green, and Tim Sullivan. Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Dec 24, 202301:06:41
Ear Today...Gone Tomorrow (S7 E12)

Ear Today...Gone Tomorrow (S7 E12)

Jason, Jody and Mando review the Tales From the Crypt episode "Ear Today...Gone Tomorrow" S7 Ep12

The TFC episode stars @RobertLindsay Gretchen Palmer, Richard Johnson

Directed by Christopher Hart


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Dec 17, 202301:06:38
"It's A Wonderful Knife" Review with Rachel Shatto from the Zombie Grrlz !!!
Dec 10, 202301:14:26
Confession (S7 E11) with Galen Howard and James Doherty

Confession (S7 E11) with Galen Howard and James Doherty

Jason and Mando review the Tales From the Crypt episode "Confession" (S7 Ep11) with James Doherty from Daily Dead News and Galen Howard! This week's TFC episode stars Suzy Eddie Izzard & Ciarán Hinds. Directed by Peter Hewitt Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Dec 03, 202301:18:26
"Thanksgiving" with James & Chelsea from Dead Meat

"Thanksgiving" with James & Chelsea from Dead Meat

The dads review Eli Roth's "Thanksgiving" with James and Chelsea from Dead Meat and Scream Dreams!!! Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Nov 26, 202301:11:25
Andrew Bowser Talks "Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls"
Nov 22, 202343:33
About Face (S7 EP10) with Ben from "Captured Aural Phantasy Theater"

About Face (S7 EP10) with Ben from "Captured Aural Phantasy Theater"

Jason and Jody review "About Face" (S7 Ep10) with Ben from the Captured Aural Phantasy Theater! Song of the day is a tribute to EC horror comics by my favorite DJ savior "Dj Shadow" This week's TFC episode stars Anthony Andrews, Imelda Staunton & Anna Friel Directed by Mandie Fletcher Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Nov 19, 202301:01:02
"Black Sabbath" Review w/ Joe from Films at First Sight

"Black Sabbath" Review w/ Joe from Films at First Sight

The Crypt Dads are joined by Joe Ferry of the Films at First Sight podcast as they review Mario Barav's 1963 anthology film: Black Sabbath.

"Black Sabbath" stars Boris Karloff and Mark Damon. Follow Dads From the Crypt!

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Nov 12, 202301:15:41
Smoke Wrings (S7 E9)

Smoke Wrings (S7 E9)

The Dads review "Smoke Wrings" (S7 Ep9) !!! This week's ep stars Ute Lemper, Chris Stanton, Daniel Craig, Gayle Hunnicutt & Denis Lawson Directed by Mandie Fletcher Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Nov 05, 202301:26:08
"Trick 'r Treat" Review with Joe Russo & Whitney Stutes

"Trick 'r Treat" Review with Joe Russo & Whitney Stutes

We review the Halloween classic "Trick 'r Treat" with guests Joe Russo & Whitney Stutes "Trick r' Treat" is directed by Mike Dougherty and stars Quinn Lord, Dylan Baker, Brian Cox & Anna Paquin. Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Oct 29, 202301:23:60
V/H/S/85 Review

V/H/S/85 Review

The Crypt Dads are back at full strength as we review the recent Shudder release: V/H/S/85!

The movie is directed by David Bruckner, Scott Derrickson, Natasha Kermani, Mike P. Nelson, Gigi Saul Guerrero. Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt


Oct 22, 202301:35:11
"Tales From The Crypt Theater of Mystery" Event Discussion

"Tales From The Crypt Theater of Mystery" Event Discussion

Jason talks to the producer/director of Tales From The Crypt: Theater of Mystery! It is being performed on Monday October 23rd at 7:30 PM at the Dynasty Typewriter theater in Los Angeles.

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Oct 20, 202320:35
"Tales From The Crypt Theater of Mystery" Event Discussion

"Tales From The Crypt Theater of Mystery" Event Discussion

Jason talks to the producer/director of Tales From The Crypt: Theater of Mystery! It is being performed on Monday October 23rd at 7:30 PM at the Dynasty Typewriter theater in Los Angeles.

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Oct 20, 202320:35
"The Exorcist: Believer" Review with Michael Shaw Fisher of Exorcistic: The Musical

"The Exorcist: Believer" Review with Michael Shaw Fisher of Exorcistic: The Musical

Jason is the lone Crypt Dad today as he discusses The Exorcist: Believer with Michael Shaw Fisher, the writer and director of Exorcist: The Musical! Jason reviews "The Exorcist: The Believer" with Michael Shaw Fisher, the writer, producer & cast member of Exorcistic: The Rock Musical Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Oct 15, 202301:06:37
"Saw X" Review with Allison from the "Who's There" Podcast

"Saw X" Review with Allison from the "Who's There" Podcast

Jason and Mando are joined by Allison from the "Who's There?" podcast to review Saw X.

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Oct 08, 202301:07:33
Report from the Grave (S7, E8) with Rafael Flores Jr.

Report from the Grave (S7, E8) with Rafael Flores Jr.

Jason and Mando review "Report From The Grave" (S7 Ep8) with Rafael Flores Jr. (Check out the Kickstarter for his new comic "The Return of Camaztoz" from Grimmcore studios at https://tinyurl.com/3yajs783 ) This week's ep stars James Frain, Siobhan Flynn &Roger Ashton-Griffiths Directed by William Malone Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Oct 01, 202301:18:04
"Satanic Hispanics" Review with Matthew Torres & Ivotres Littles

"Satanic Hispanics" Review with Matthew Torres & Ivotres Littles

Jason and Mando are joined by Matthew Torres (The Story Time Guy) & Ivotres Littles (Horror Movies & Beyond) to review "Satanic Hispanics"! Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Sep 24, 202301:27:42
The Kidnapper (S7, E7) with Matthew "The Story Time Guy"
Sep 17, 202301:11:51
Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

Tales from the Darkside: The Movie

The Crypt Dads are joined by Graham from the "Films at First Sight" podcast!

The movie is directed by John Harrison & stars Debbie Harry, Matthew Lawrence, Christian Slater, Steve Buscemi, Julianne Moore, Robert Sedgwick, William Hickey, David Johansen, James Remar, Rae Dawn Chong & Robert Klein Follow Dads From the Crypt!

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Sep 10, 202301:33:41
Cold War (S7, Ep 6)

Cold War (S7, Ep 6)

Episode 107 is out now! We review "Cold War" (S7 Ep6) with Spooky Sarah from the Geeks Who Eat website & Final Girls Feast podcast! This week's episode stars Ewan McGregor, Jane Horrocks & Colin Salmon and was directed by Andrew Morahan. Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Sep 03, 202301:04:44
Body Bags (1993) Review with Julia & Teri of the Horror Movie Survival Guide podcast

Body Bags (1993) Review with Julia & Teri of the Horror Movie Survival Guide podcast

We review "Body Bags" with Julia & Teri of the Horror Movie Survival Guide podcast! This week's movie stars John Carpenter, Robert Carradine, Alex Datcher, Robert Carradine, David Naughton, Sam Raimi, George 'Buck' Flower, Stacy Keach, David Warner, Sheena Easton, Debbie Harry, Mark Hamill, Twiggy Lawson, John Agar, Greg Nicotero, Roger Corman, Tom Arnold, Tobe Hooper Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecrypt Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Aug 27, 202301:25:18
An Interview with Russell Mulcahy

An Interview with Russell Mulcahy

Jason interviews director Russell Mulcahy. They talk about his 4 Tales From The Crypt Episodes, Highlander, music videos, and Teen Wolf!


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Aug 24, 202353:32
Horror in the Night (S7, E5)

Horror in the Night (S7, E5)

We review Tales From The Crypt Season 7 Episode 5 "Horror In The Night" with Rachel Shatto from the Zombie Grrlz!


This week's Tales From The Crypt episode stars Elizabeth McGovern, James Wilby, and Ronan Vibert

Directed by Russell Mulcahy


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Aug 20, 202301:26:05
A Tribute to William Friedkin

A Tribute to William Friedkin

Jason hosts a tribute to William Friedkin round table with David Lawrence (Editor of "Leap of Faith) Freddy from Night of the Living Podcast, Levi from Well Adjust Horror podcast, and Matt from Mutant City.

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Aug 13, 202348:58
Another Interview with Director/Writer John Harrison
Aug 11, 202342:49
Escape (S7 E4)
Aug 06, 202301:24:08
Campfire Tales (1997) with Elizabeth Kyle

Campfire Tales (1997) with Elizabeth Kyle

Jody and Jason are joined by Elizabeth Kyle to talk about the 1997 horror anthology "Campfire Tales" and share some spooky stories of their own!


The movie stars James Marsden, Amy Smart, Christopher Masterson, Jay R. Ferguson, Christine Taylor, Kim Murphy, Ron Livingston, Jennifer MacDonald, Hawthorne James, Alex McKenna, Devon Odessa, Glenn Quinn, Jacinda Barrett

Directed by Matt Cooper, Martin Kunert, David Semel

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Jul 30, 202301:37:48
A Slight Case of Murder (S7, EP3)
Jul 23, 202301:13:15
Ep. 100!!!: Creepshow with Eric from Bloody Good Horror

Ep. 100!!!: Creepshow with Eric from Bloody Good Horror

We review Creepshow with Eric from Bloody Good Horror for our 100th review episode!

Creepshow stars: Leslie Nielsen, Ed Harris, Ted Danson, Gaylen Ross, Hal Holbrook, Adrienne Barbeau, Tom Atkins, Joe Hill Directed by George A. Romero Written by Stephen King Score by John Harrison Follow Dads From the Crypt! Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt

Jul 16, 202301:41:08
An Interview with Darin Scott (writer/producer of Tales From the Hood) featuring the Black Girl Nerds Podcast
Jul 13, 202301:25:47
Last Respects (S7 E2) with Levi from Well Adjusted & Alyssa from Silver Screams
Jul 09, 202301:16:23
Our Top 10 Tales from the Crypt Episodes - Chattanooga Film Fest 2023

Our Top 10 Tales from the Crypt Episodes - Chattanooga Film Fest 2023

Hello from Chattanooga Film Fest! Jason, Jody, and Mando review their top 10 episodes of the Tales from the Crypt series. CFF 2023 is in the bag, but please think about attending and supporting Chattanooga Film Fest in 2024! https://www.chattfilmfest.org/

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Jul 02, 202301:13:30
"Tales from the Hood" with the Black Girl Nerds

"Tales from the Hood" with the Black Girl Nerds

The dads are joined by Jamie and Ryanne from the Black Girl Nerds podcast to review "Tales From The Hood"!

The movie stars: Clarence Williams III, Joe Torry, De'aundre Bonds, Samuel Monroe Jr., Wings Hauser, Tom Wright, Anthony Griffith, Michael Massee, Duane Whitaker, David Alan Grier, Brandon Hammond, Rusty Cundieff, Paula Jai Parker, Corbin Bernsen. Roger Guenveur Smith, Art Evans, Lamont Bentley, and Rosalind Cash Directed by Rusty Cundieff Written by Rusty Cundieff & Darin Scott Effects: Chiodo Brothers, Screaming Mad George Producer: Spike Lee Follow Dads From the Crypt!

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Jun 25, 202301:29:38
An Interview with J. Miles Dale (Producer of Guillermo del Toro's Cabinet of Curiosities)
Jun 21, 202357:33
Fatal Caper (S7 E1) with Katie from Horror at the Store

Fatal Caper (S7 E1) with Katie from Horror at the Store

Jason & Jody are joined by Katie from the Horror at the Store podcast and The Comedy Store to review the Tales From The Crypt Season 7 opener "Fatal Caper"! This week's Tales From The Crypt episode stars Bob Hoskins, Natasha Richardson, Bob Hoskins, Greg Wise, Leslie Phillips & James Saxon Directed by Bob Hoskins Follow Dads From the Crypt! Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt


Jun 18, 202301:07:04
TFC Presents: Ritual with Crypt Tube

TFC Presents: Ritual with Crypt Tube

Jason, Mando, & Jody are joined by Jonathan from Crypt Tube to review the Tales From The Crypt presents: Ritual! Ritual stars Jennifer Grey, Craig Sheffer, Daniel Lapaine, Kristen Wilson, Tim Curry and Erick Avari. Directed by Avi Nesher Follow Dads From the Crypt! Twitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
Jun 11, 202301:26:56