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When Tsubaraya Productions took a break from Ultraman in the 1980's, they allowed other companies to license the franchise and make their own versions. The most notable is the Australian series from 1990. Can this Ultra from Down Unda stand tall next to his kin? Join us and find out!

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Stop motion animation is an extremely dedicated form of effects, one that few choose to do, and even fewer do it well. But in 1949, RKO wanted a new ape movie with Willis O'Brien doing the effects. But he wasn't alone, bringing in for their first film, the man who would be the greatest in the field, Ray Harryhausen. So does this double dream team make the movie work? Join us and Neil Thollander to find out!

Kaiju and Video Games are two genres that Hollywood has traditionally had trouble adapting to successful acclaim and box office. But recently it has gotten better for both. But what if it's both at the same time? The creative team and lead from the Resident Evil franchise dipped their toe into my waters with the 2020 movie Monster Hunter. But did they do a good job? Join us with Janine Dahling and Wayne Brunious to find out!

The Millennium Era of Godzilla was partially defined by the 3 time director Masaki Tezuka. He brought with him a style and feel with the story and characters that is specific. And perhaps best showcased in this entry's movie, Godzilla Against MechaGodzilla from 2002. But is Tezuka's mark a positive on the franchise? Join us and special guest Nana Pratt to find out!

When Jurassic Park released in 1993, it kicked off not only the beginning of CGI, but also a dino craze among pop culture. But most forget it was the 2nd dino movie to hit theaters that year. Just before it, came the subject of this episode, Carnosaur. But does it rival JP for dominance atop the food chain? Join us and special guest Chris Champlin to find out!

Mythical Epic movies, while not always strictly Kaiju movies, tend to have enough to qualify. Such as this entry as we are joined by Jesse Candelori to talk about The Three Treasures, aka the Birth of Japan. Does it have enough magic to hold our attention? Join us and find out!

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When doing a show about a niche genre, you gotta cover the good, the bad, and the ugly. One of those last two can be applied to this week's entry, Yongary. A South Korean movie with no real substance, it is not a standout of the genre. But that doesn't mean we didn't have a good show right?

On this very special episode of the podcast, I get to sit down and talk with the english voice actor for Ultraman Zero... Daniel Van Thomas! We talk about kaiju history, as well as his work on the Ultra franchise and collaborating with Tsubaraya Productions! HUGE thanks to Phil Dishon for making this possible!

This time we are heading into the less traveled roads of American 90's monsters with The Relic from 1997. Taking place in my hometown of Chicago, this often forgotten film could use some additional exposure. So join us and take a look with us!

Even for me, there are parts of the kaiju genre that are mostly unexplored. The mixture of SciFi and Fantasy is an area that I lack my usually extensive knowledge. Luckily, our guest this episode Phil Dishon has me covered, as we talk about Moon Over Tao! A very fun episode so listen in!

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The middle of the Heisei Era was a period of bringing back old classic kaiju to face Godzilla. So in 1992, they brought back their best with Mothra. But would the popularity translate to box office and acclaim? Join us with Rebekah Dahling and Chris Edwards to find out!

Real world unsolved mysteries are often used as the foundation of movies. Some good, some bad. This time around we are joined by Jesse Candelori once again to talk about one that most don't even know exists, The Loch Ness Horror from 1982

There are a lot of hits and misses from the American 1950's B movie monster craze. Good ones like THEM, and bad ones like Deadly Mantis. But there is one that far and beyond is remembered for being "So bad it's good". Join us and Joe Stark to talk about The Giant Claw!!

From stop motion, to suitmation, to cgi... special effects in kaiju movies has come a long way. But with the changing of the guard, there has been a division in the fan base over Practical Effects to CGI. So, it's only fitting that we bring in a ringer who works in digital effects to talk about it! Join us and Kay Hoddy as we have a round table discussion over the merits and short comings of both schools!

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Cult films were the corner stone of the home video market until streaming services came along. And no genre has as many entries into the cult film landscape than scifi and monster movies. Perfect example is this week's episode, the original Tremors from 1990. Join us and very special guests Alex and Sharon from School of Movies as we tackle these Mother Humpers

After the success of the rebooted Godzilla in 1984, Toho spent the next 5 years figuring out where to go next with the famous monster. Eventually they went with a script contest winner and a new up and coming director, and even a brand new opponent. But did all this end up working in their favor? Join us and Scott Schuette to find out!