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Mailbag: Ryan Finally Snaps and a Listener's Dinner With Dolly Feb 16, 2026

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James, Clint, and a delightfully unhinged Ryan (flipping between Nice Matilla and Evil Mattila) tear into a stacked mailbag overflowing with physical treasures and listener gold. They unbox a killer book on VHS-era gems, custom-painted D&D minis from Leroy, and Norman’s legendary swag haul—including tees and a heartfelt, calligraphy-wrapped letter about his uncle’s dementia-fueled Punisher DVD gift (complete with Ryan’s improvised British accent). Emails spark debates on good movies with dumb plots (Thanos, Lake Placid), bit-part actors who bombed as leads (Tom Arnold, Pauly Shore), and the eternal Will Patton Intensity Award controversy from Rhinestone. Voicemails bring UK time-travel vibes from Vicky (prompting a live Google Maps joyride through Leeds, complete with Popeyes, Chick-fil-A, and Victorian arcades), a heartfelt Dolly Parton incognito meet-cute from Zhoggy, and a passionate defense of Escanaba in da Moonlight. Song changes, celebrity stories, weather roasts, and zero chill round out the chaos—proving once again that bad movies (and even better mail) rule!

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#249 - Lake Placid (1999) Feb 13, 2026

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Lake Placid (1999) unleashes a giant man-eating crocodile on a sleepy Maine lake—where Bill Pullman, Bridget Fonda, Brendan Gleeson, and Betty White face off against teeth, tail whips, and a plot that’s all bite and no brains! This ‘90s creature feature mixes cheesy effects, one-liners, and a monster that’s more snack than scare. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Clint Busch, Brian Bzdawka, David Hillestad

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Mailbag: James is Almost Killed By Mail Feb 09, 2026

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In this fiery mailbag episode, James, Ryan, and the crew kick off with off-key singing, Parcheesi invites, and a deep dive into frozen pizza nostalgia—from stacking Jack's pizzas to debating Roma vs. Tombstone. Things heat up literally when they open listener mail featuring "Flaming Anus" chocolate infused with Carolina Reaper peppers, leading to hilarious reactions, hiccups, and James's epic meltdown (spoiler: it builds for minutes!). Listeners chime in with voicemails spotting wires in Space Truckers and emails praising exposition in classics like Star Wars, Terminator, Pulp Fiction, and Raiders of the Lost Ark, while pitching wild ideas like an R-rated Home Alone on Purge Night. A passionate Avatar defense highlights its worldbuilding parallels to Lord of the Rings, plus suggestions for movies like If Looks Could Kill and Dead Alive. The gang tackles Seagal's Aikido roots, age-gap debates in films like Summer School, and fan faves including The Crow, The Island, Toy Soldiers, and Hackers. Weather reports from chilly callers, Discord shoutouts, and closing banter round out the chaos—proving bad movies (and spicy mail) rule!

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#248 - Rhinestone (1984) Feb 06, 2026

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Rhinestone (1984) pairs Sylvester Stallone and Dolly Parton in a fish-out-of-water country music comedy—where a tough New York cabbie tries to become a star with a little help from a Nashville queen! This ‘80s gem mixes bad singing, big hair, and a plot as sparkly as a rhinestone jacket. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Clint Busch, Ryan Mueller, David Hillestad

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Mailbag: Rambo Recaps, Beastmaster Rants, and Billion-Dollar Blues Feb 02, 2026

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In this lively mailbag episode, James, Clint, and a freshly trimmed Ryan Mattila dive into listener emails and voicemails, kicking things off with a brand-new theme song shoutout. Fans share spooky childhood stories tied to Halloween 3's Silver Shamrock jingle, debate Minnesota sports woes, and pitch movie picks like Crimson Tide for good films, The Others for horror, and The Warrior and the Sorceress for bad movie gems. The crew laughs over near-divorce tales from introducing Tank Girl to spouses, explores if The Godfather trilogy still reigns as the ultimate "man's movie" compared to modern action flicks, and breaks down the entire Rambo series in hilarious detail. Rants fly about Avatar's box office billions (with calls for fraud investigations), Beastmaster 2's wild plot holes and time-travel absurdities, Snyder fan frustrations, and even a quick history lesson on Quaaludes. Weather reports from chilly callers, movie mash-up ideas like Dawn of the Dead meets Mallrats, and deep dives into Airheads' concert logistics round out the chaos—plus, plenty of banter about basement floggings, affirmation rocks, and why time might just be washing over us all.

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#247 - Space Truckers (1996) Jan 30, 2026

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Space Truckers (1996) blasts Dennis Hopper, Melanie Griffith, and Stephen Dorff into space hauling cargo in a rickety rig—until they discover the load is killer cyborgs! This ‘90s sci-fi romp mixes zero-gravity fights, bad accents, and a plot as bumpy as an asteroid field. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Clint Busch, Chuck, Rachel Glassford

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Mailbag: Tom Hanks, Age Gaps, and Bad Movie Confessions Jan 26, 2026

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In this lively mailbag episode of Bad Movies Rule!, the crew dives into a treasure trove of listener mail, starting with a massive care package of Bucky's snacks from John in Texas that sparks endless munching and mispronunciations. They tackle fan questions on movies that surprisingly qualify (or don't) for BMR status, like Top Gun, Tommy Boy, Spaceballs, Serial Mom, and Volcano. Voicemails bring heartfelt stories, including Ricky from Oklahoma defending his 18-year age gap relationship, Sheila challenging the gang to pick their top three Tom Hanks films (with picks like Forrest Gump, Cast Away, and A League of Their Own), and Bob from Michigan recommending Dungeons & Dragons while praising Santa with Muscles. The HR parody from Mandy Colin puts the team on notice with hilarious KPIs and performance plans, while debates rage on Avatar's Pocahontas parallels, Twilight's cringe factor, and listener hypocrisy admissions. Plus, movie suggestions galore, from Disorganized Crime to Rhinestone, and a shoutout to new Patreon members. Join the chaos as the hosts banter, eat, and keep the bad movie love alive!

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#246 - Eye of the Tiger (1986) Jan 23, 2026

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Eye of the Tiger (1986) unleashes Gary Busey as Buck Matthews—a Vietnam vet fresh out of prison who takes on a brutal biker gang terrorizing his small town! This ‘80s action revenge flick mixes mullet-powered fights, exploding cars, and a plot as straightforward as a roundhouse kick. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

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Mailbag: Pigeon Hand-Grenades, Ninja Eye Strikes, and Blue Monkeys Jan 19, 2026

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Join the BMR crew plus special guest Kurt Mumma for the first weekly mailbag rotation, fresh off their Walker Texas Ranger episode. The episode explodes with DJ's legendary voicemail about grabbing a fearless Hoboken pigeon and hurling it like a "hand grenade" into a job-site fight (10/10, would recommend), leading to wild host banter about urban bird warfare, pigeon-powered hamster wheels, and accidental ninja-chops to the eye during the reading.

Movie pitch highlights include calls for The Last Starfighter and The Good Son as future episodes, plus deep appreciation for character relationships in films (especially romantic ones with Zoe Saldana vibes) that make audiences root for the couples.

Tune in for non-stop laughs, community energy, and the chaotic joy of listener voicemails in the new every-Monday format!

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#245 - Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time (1991) Jan 16, 2026

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Beastmaster 2: Through the Portal of Time (1991) sends Marc Singer’s Dar through a time portal to modern-day L.A.—where he teams up with a street-smart girl, fights a power-hungry lord, and battles with his animal pals! This ‘90s sequel mixes ‘80s sword-and-sorcery cheese, fish-out-of-water comedy, and a plot that’s as wild as a time-traveling ferret. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Curt Mummer, Stephanie Farrell, David Hillestad

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