The Burbs (1989) with Jay Ryan

This week the gang kicks off the Halloween season with Jay Ryan from Sludge Central and The Purple Stuff Podcast. Together Lucé and Jay dig into the dark joys of The ‘Burbs, a horror-comedy imbued with urban legends, organ music, and Corey Feldman. Cozi loves 80’s Tom Hanks, but somehow totally missed this childhood classic! Will spooky neighborhood vibes and wacky slapstick convince him to give it a shot? Strap on your toupée and listen now!

Also mentioned in this episode: Trick-Or-Treat (1986),  Gremlins, Leave It to Beaver, Harriet the Spy (the book), Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, Time-Life Books, and Salem.

Snag it: Stay safe and rep 80’s horror! Get Jay’s new Sammi Curr mask today!

Recommendations:

Jay: The Boys

Cozi: National Sketch Writing Month

Lucé: Class Action Park (and Action Point...ok and Chris Gethard)