TT S1E8: Bloodsucking Freaks with Caleb Emerson

Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins

Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins

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Artificial intelligence is evolving at an unprecedented pace—what does that mean for the future of technology, venture capital, business, and even our understanding of ourselves? Award-winning journalist and writer Anil Ananthaswamy joins us for our latest episode to discuss his latest book Why Machines Learn: The Elegant Math Behind Modern AI . Anil helps us explore the journey and many breakthroughs that have propelled machine learning from simple perceptrons to the sophisticated algorithms shaping today’s AI revolution, powering GPT and other models. The discussion aims to demystify some of the underlying mathematical concepts that power modern machine learning, to help everyone grasp this technology impacting our lives–even if your last math class was in high school. Anil walks us through the power of scaling laws, the shift from training to inference optimization, and the debate among AI’s pioneers about the road to AGI—should we be concerned, or are we still missing key pieces of the puzzle? The conversation also delves into AI’s philosophical implications—could understanding how machines learn help us better understand ourselves? And what challenges remain before AI systems can truly operate with agency? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. Sign up for our newsletter at techsurgepodcast.com for exclusive insights and updates on upcoming TechSurge Live Summits. Links: Read Why Machines Learn, Anil’s latest book on the math behind AI https://www.amazon.com/Why-Machines-Learn-Elegant-Behind/dp/0593185749 Learn more about Anil Ananthaswamy’s work and writing https://anilananthaswamy.com/ Watch Anil Ananthaswamy’s TED Talk on AI and intelligence https://www.ted.com/speakers/anil_ananthaswamy Discover the MIT Knight Science Journalism Fellowship that shaped Anil’s AI research https://ksj.mit.edu/ Understand the Perceptron, the foundation of neural networks https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perceptron Read about the Perceptron Convergence Theorem and its significance https://www.nature.com/articles/323533a0…

hace 4 años 1:40:02

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In this episode Zack will be joined filmmaker (Die You Zombie Bastards!, Frankie in Blunderland) and Troma Alumni (Citizen Toxie, Poultrygeist) Caleb Emerson to talk about Joel M. Reed's 1976 classic Bloodsucking Freaks.

You can follow Caleb on Twitter @TheCalebEmerson

and insta @calebemerson

Watch his films and find out more http://calebemerson.com/

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You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry

You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco

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TT S1E8: Bloodsucking Freaks with Caleb Emerson

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You can follow Caleb on Twitter @TheCalebEmerson

and insta @calebemerson

Watch his films and find out more http://calebemerson.com/

Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV!

You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry

You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco

You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma

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TT S3 E1: A Litany of Lloyd Literacy with Author Mathew Klickstein 1:17:58

hace 26 días1:17:58

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Zack sits down with writer Mathew Klickstein as they discuss his new book, Lloyd Kaufman: Interviews , available now from University Press of Mississippi. Mathew culled through nearly 50 years of interviews with the Troma president/co-founder to deliver a detailed, sometimes academic, sometimes silly portrait of the man who, along with partner Michael Herz, has kept Troma in business for the last half century. Mathew Klickstein is a longtime multiplatform storyteller. His publications include SLIMED! An Oral History of Nickelodeon's Golden Age ; Springfield Confidential: Jokes, Secrets, and Outright Lies from a Lifetime Writing for "The Simpsons" ; and See You at San Diego: An Oral History of Comic-Con, Fandom, and the Triumph of Geek Culture . Mentioned in this episode: Mathew Klickstein Lloyd Kaufman: Interviews on Amazon Mother's Day - Mathew's favorite Troma film April 2025: Total Troma Takeover at Lyric Cinema Cafe Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://bsky.app/profile/talkintroma.bsky.social https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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Macon Blair's Toxic Avenger is Loose! - A Talkin' Troma Special Report 22:24

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Earlier today, Variety broke the news that distributor Cineverse ( Terrifier 3 ) has signed a deal to distribute writer-director Macon Blair's The Toxic Avenger in theaters and streaming across North America in 2025. Filmed in 2021 in Bulgaria, the reimagining of the classic Troma film was first shown at Fantastic Fest in Austin, Texas in 2023 but then things went... silent. Word was that the film had trouble securing distribution. Legendary Pictures, who produced the film, remained mostly silent on its potential release until today's announcement. Host Zack Beins and Talkin' Troma correspondent Chaz Kangas break down the news and talk about a brighter, more Tromatic Tomorrow in this special report! NO SPOILERS! We also round up recent news about the upcoming Toxic Crusaders video game, the release of #ShakespearesShitstorm, TromaDance, and much more! Support the show! Make a donation at https://my.loudspeaker.org Mentioned in this episode: Announcement in Variety The Toxic Avenger Teaser Trailer Toxic Crusaders Video Game Update The TromArchive Collection - Refuse Films The TromArchive Collection - Grindhouse Video (US) Hosted by Zack Beins and Chaz Kangas. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Featured Music: "Radetzky March" by Johann Strauss Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://bsky.app/profile/talkintroma.bsky.social https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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Charles Kaufman: LIVE with the King of Baked Goods and Butchery (Talkin' Troma Extra) 58:16

hace un año58:16

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Tonight, host Zack Beins chats with writer/director Charles Kaufman (WHEN NATURE CALLS, JAKARTA) in front of a live crowd following a screening of his infamous 1980 horror-comedy classic, MOTHER'S DAY. Hear about the making of the film, relationships on set, working with siblings Lloyd and Susan Kaufman, what his mother thought of the finished product, shooting stunts in Indonesia, and even a little-known entry in his filmography called THE SECRET DREAMS OF MONA Q – all on Talkin' Troma! Produced in association with The Colorado Festival of Horror. Recorded live on May 17, 2024. Support the show! Make a donation at https://my.loudspeaker.org Mentioned in this episode: Mother's Day 4K UHD Stream Mother's Day Stream When Nature Calls Bread & Cie in San Diego, CA The Colorado Festival of Horror The Bug Theatre Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Additional research by Chaz Kangas. Charles Kaufman photo courtesy of Bryan Bonner. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Dan Crosier and Bret Smith of The Colorado Festival of Horror and The Bug Theatre in Denver, CO. Featured Music: "Radetzky March" by Johann Strauss Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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Remembering Doug Sakmann: A Talkin' Troma Special 2:38:18

hace un año2:38:18

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Doug Sakmann was a truly special individual – a valued member of the Troma Team, friend, filmmaker, and shit disturber. Doug first joined Troma as a production assistant on Citizen Toxie, working his way up to an associate producer, and then going on to produce the Troma's Edge TV series while joining the company full-time as the Head of Production, a position he held until 2002 when he left to form his own production company Backseat Conceptions, which created the Punk Rock Holocaust film series in association with the Vans Warped Tour. Doug also produced and starred in the Kabukiman's Cocktail Corner web series, and he became synonymous with Sgt. Kabukiman, having portrayed the character far more times than anyone else. In addition, Doug was also a journeyman special effects artist, having created FX for everything from music videos to commercials to video games to TV shows and feature films, including the Return to Nuke 'Em High films and Shakespeare's Shitstorm. Doug tragically passed away on June 27, 2024 at just 43 years old. In July of 2023, we sat down with Doug for over two hours to talk about his time in Tromaville. The original intent was to use clips of the interview across various topics that we're covering on the show. In light of what's happened we've decided to air the full interview (mostly) uncut along with remembrances from some of his friends and colleagues. Please enjoy our look back with Doug on a very special episode of Talkin' Troma. Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Liam Regan, Debbie Rochon, Lloyd Kaufman, Bjarni Tómasson, Tiffany Shepis, Chris Seaver, and Zac Amico. Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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The Women of Troma LIVE with Debbie Rochon and Monique Dupree (Talkin Troma Extra) 50:58

hace un año50:58

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It's a very special bonus episode as host Zack Beins is joined by Scream Queens Debbie Rochon (Terror Firmer, Tromeo & Juliet) and Monique Dupree (Shakespeare's Shitstorm) LIVE at the Colorado Festival of Horror. As a special treat, Ms. Rochon is also presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her service to independent cinema. Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Debbie Rochon, Monique Dupree, Dan Crosier, and Bret Smith from the Colorado Festival of Horror. Featured Music: "Radetzky March" by Johann Strauss Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with our Guests: https://www.debbierochon.com/ https://www.instagram.com/moniquegatadupree/ https://cofestivalofhorror.com/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins Trailer 1:28

hace un año1:28

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Introducing Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins! The ultimate podcast experience for cinephiles and fans of all things Troma Entertainment! Join Zack and friends on a journey through the wild, weird, and wonderful world of Troma films, where cult classics and B-movie gems collide! Films like: The Toxic Avenger, Class of Nuke 'Em High, A Nymphoid Barbarian in Dinosaur Hell, Combat Shock, Bloodsucking Freaks! Each episode, Zack brings you exclusive interviews with Troma alumni, behind-the-scenes insights, and never-before-heard stories from the independent studio that shaped a generation! From Tromaville to Hollywood, Talkin' Troma covers it all, celebrating the irreverent spirit and DIY ethos that define Troma's legacy! So whether you're a die-hard Tromaville resident or a newcomer to the house that Toxie built, tune in to Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins and unleash your inner cinephile! Hear the show streaming on Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern in the Loudspeaker mobile app and at loudspeaker.org. Also available wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe now and join the conversation at https://www.talkintroma.com . Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins ... where every episode is a cinematic adventure! From Loudspeaker Studios.…

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Talkin' Toxic Crusaders with Super7's Brian Flynn (Talkin' Troma Extra) 1:10:20

hace un año1:10:20

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Today on a special Extra Edition of Talkin' Troma, we chat with Super7 founder and owner Brian Flynn. Super7 has been producing collectibles based on The Toxic Avenger and Toxic Crusaders for years, with its latest ULTIMATES! Glow in the Dark Radiation Ranger debuting this weekend at New York Comic-Con 2023. We chat about future plans for the toy line, his favorite character designs, Toxie's unique appeal, the culture of the toy business, and much more in this exclusive interview. Super7 is a premier pop-culture design house and producer of lifestyle-oriented collectibles, toys and apparel based in San Francisco. Super7 has harnessed the graphics, aesthetics and energy of his youthful obsession with science fiction, giant monsters, comic books, punk rock, skateboarding, robots and rebellion to build a unique and innovative business that crosses all categories and is not bound by traditional manufacturing boundaries. The company released their first ReAction figure based on the Toxic Avenger in 2017. Toxie made his debut as one of the very first Ultimates! figures in 2019 along with a wave of ReAction Figures based on the Toxic Crusaders. An expanded Ultimates line for Toxic Crusaders followed in 2022. Mentioned in this episode: Glow in the Dark Radiation Ranger ULTIMATES! Figure (NYCC Variant) from Super7 Hosted by Chris Lanphear. Produced by Zack Beins for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Featured Music: "Radetzky March" by Johann Strauss "Meanwhile" and "Bumper " from Toxic Crusaders by Dennis C. Brown and Larry Brown Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Super7 and Brian Flynn: https://www.super7.com/ https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSuper7/ https://twitter.com/super7store https://www.instagram.com/super7/ https://www.instagram.com/brianflynn/ https://www.youtube.com/@Super7Official Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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Talkin' Troma Special: Not Dead Yet! with Chris Lanphear, Liam Regan and Ben Johnson 1:38:47

hace 2 años1:38:47

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Special delivery! Proof of life! Reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated. In this special bonus episode, host Zack Beins talks with long-time member of the Troma Team (and director at Loudspeaker) Chris Lanphear about his earliest Troma memories, Tromaville.com, yacht financing, and the future of the show. We also tease some of the topics for the upcoming third season of Talkin' Troma! Later, Zack checks in with two new Troma productions. First, writer/director Liam Regan's EATING MISS CAMPBELL, the world's first sapphic cannibal horror-comedy-love story. The film is currently making the film festival and theater rounds before an action-packed Blu-ray coming later this year. After, we talk with director Ben Johnson about his upcoming film CURSE OF THE WERE-DEER, which producer Lloyd Kaufman calls, "Like BAMBI, but different!" The film, which is currently in post-production, stars familiar Troma favorites Nadia White, Zac Amico, and Babette Bombshell. So as you can see, there's lots going on in Tromaville and behind-the-scenes at Talkin' Troma! Buckle up, because season 3 is just around the corner! Mentioned in this episode: Buy the TROMA'S WAR soundtrack THE SOUND AND THE FURY: COMPOSING TROMA'S WAR KUNG FU KITTIES on Troma Now THE RUINING on Troma Now Loudspeaker – Radio and Podcasts EATING MISS CAMPBELL trailer Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Excerpt from "The Sound And The Fury: Composing Troma's War" courtesy of Locked Groove Recording Company. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Featured Music: "TV Show Theme" and "The Party Crasher" by Willie Wisely, available on the TROMEO & JULIET Original Motion Picture Score "S.A.S.S" by Hands Off Gretel from the forthcoming EATING MISS CAMPBELL Soundtrack "Goth Girls Are Easy" by Lesbian Bed Death from the forthcoming EATING MISS CAMPBELL Soundtrack Connect with Zack: https://twitter.com/legolarry https://www.instagram.com/legolarry/ Connect with Talkin' Troma: https://www.talkintroma.com https://twitter.com/talkintroma https://www.youtube.com/@talkintroma Connect with Chris Lanphear: https://www.instagram.com/mr.lanphear/ https://mastodon.social/@mrlanphear Connect with Liam Regan: https://refusefilms.com/ https://www.facebook.com/refusefilms https://www.instagram.com/refusefilms https://twitter.com/refusefilms https://www.youtube.com/@refusefilms Connect with Ben Johnson: https://www.instagram.com/shit.house.productions/ https://www.instagram.com/fantasyshed/ https://www.youtube.com/@totallytoonular Connect with Loudspeaker: https://twitter.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.facebook.com/heyloudspeaker https://www.instagram.com/heyloudspeaker Talkin' Troma is a listener-supported production of Loudspeaker Studios. Hear more great shows and commercial-free independent public radio at https://www.loudspeaker.org .…

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TT S2E24: The Salad (Tossing) Days with with Lloyd Kaufman 1:45:33

hace 2 años1:45:33

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In the season 2 finale Zack talks to the man himself, Uncle Lloyd Kaufman! We talk about the early days in his filmmaking career, tell bad puns, and dispel some myths that have been circling Tromaville for years! Also in big news Talkin' Troma has been picked up by the Loudspeaker network so look for all the new exciting things to come in season 3! Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV! You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E23: The 2022 Colorado Festival of Horror with Monique Dupreee 1:01:56

hace 2 años1:01:56

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Tromaville invades Denver, Colorado! Join Zach as he unleashes his inner Nardwaur at the Colorado Festival of Horror finding out about different guests experiences with Troma and highlighting with an interview with #ShakespearesShitstorm star Monique Dupree. You can follow Brett Smith and the Colorado Festival of Horror COFestivalofHorror.com You can follow Dean Gates on Facebook You can follow Theresa Mercado, Scream Screen and Vinegar Syndrome Facebook and Insta ScreamScreen Scream-Screen.com Sie Film Center- Denverfilm.org Vinegarsyndrome.com You can follow James Balsamo on Facebook Insta @JamesBalsamo Twitter @acidbathprod Check out his movies on www.Jamesbalsamo.com You can follow Sarah French on insta and Facebook You can follow Jed Rowen On insta @actorJedRowen David from the Vanilla Milkshakes on Twitter @DaveyMilkshake1 You can follow Damien Leone on Facebook on insta @Damien_Leone Terrifier2movie.com You can follow Monique Dupree On insta @Moniquegatadupree on Twitter @TheOriginalGata Tech Support by Zach Eastman on Twitter @zachreelnerd and insta @reelnerdzach You can follow Zach’s show Yesteryear Ballyhoo Review on twitter @ballyhoopod and insta @ballyhoorevuepod Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E22: The Films of Yakov Levi with Kevin Walter 1:48:27

hace 2 años1:48:27

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Zack will be joined by Filmmaker (Tower Rats), and unofficial official meme maker of Tromaville Kevin Walter to talk about Shameless, Tasteless and the films of Yakov Levi! You can follow Kevin on Insta and Twitter @kwzombi Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV! You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E21: Reviewing Tromadance 2022 38:58

hace 3 años38:58

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In this episode I talk about the 2022 Tromadance film festival and the short films that played. Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV! You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E20: A Conversation with The Devil Himself: Rick Collins 1:20:48

hace 3 años1:20:48

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Join Zack in this monumental episode where he is joined by Rick Collins, the Devil from Toxic Avenger 2 & 3, Col. Jennings in Troma's War, and many more. Listen as Rick tells his history at Troma starting at the Toxic Avenger and going through Return to Return to Nuke Em High aka Vol 2. You can follow Rick Collins on Insta and Twitter @rickcollinsesq and on Facebook Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV! You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E19: Virgin Beasts with Dylan Mars Greenberg 1:31:47

hace 3 años1:31:47

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In this episode Zack will be joined musician (Theophobia, and new solo album out now [BADWORLD]), filmmaker (Dark Prism, Amityville Vanishing Point, ReAgitator: Revenge of the Parody) and Troma Alumni (#Shakespearesshitstorm) Dylan Mars Greenberg to talk about Toby Zoates 1992 classic Virgin Beasts. You can follow Dylan on Insta @dylanmarsgreenberg and on Twitter @vhscamera Theophobia on insta @theophobia Check out her music https://dylangreenberg.bandcamp.com/ https://theophobia.bandcamp.com/ Subscribe to Troma Now! watch.troma.com Now on Roku and Apple TV! You can follow Zack on insta and twitter @legolarry You can follow Bizjack FlemCo Productions on instagram @bizjack_flemco You can follow the podcast Talkin' Troma on twitter @talkintroma…

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TT S2E18: Surf Nazis Must Die with Kevin Vonesper 2:36:42

hace 3 años2:36:42