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#238 - Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) Nov 28, 2025

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Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead (1991) drops Christina Applegate into chaos when the old-lady babysitter croaks and the kids fake being adults to survive the summer! This ‘90s comedy mixes petty-cash scams, corporate climbing, and a plot as wild as a QUITTIN’ TIME party. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Rachel Glassford, Nicole Frier, Stephanie Farrell

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Mailbag Madness: Converts, North Carolina BBQ Battles, and Twilight Trash Talk Nov 24, 2025

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Dive into another hilarious Mailbag Madness where a listener raves about rediscovering John Carter as a new favorite (books and all!) thanks to the BMR crew's hype. Things get saucy with dueling North Carolina callers breaking down regional barbecue rivalries—Eastern vinegar loyalists vs. Western ketchup heretics. Cap it off with savage Twilight takedowns, childhood movie reevaluations like Drop Dead Fred, and wild banter on everything from Condorman Easter eggs to weather obsessions—tune in for non-stop laughs, movie nostalgia, and community vibes that prove bad movies rule!

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#237 - Sidekicks (1993) Nov 21, 2025

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Sidekicks (1993) follows asthmatic teen Jonathan Brandis as he daydreams Chuck Norris into his life to fight bullies and win the girl! This ‘90s family flick mixes karate fantasies, cheesy training montages, and a plot as earnest as a roundhouse kick. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Bob Hauser, Ryan Mattila, David Hillestad

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Whitney Moore: From Birdemic Mayhem to Critical Role Chaos and Smashing Hollywood Dreams Nov 18, 2025

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Join us for an exclusive interview with the talented Whitney Moore on Bad Movies Rule! From her iconic breakout role in the cult classic Birdemic to battling zombies, directing her own shorts like "See You Next Tuesday," and landing a spot in A24's The Smashing Machine directed by Benny Safdie—we dive deep into her wild journey through Hollywood's highs, lows, and everything in between. Whitney shares hilarious behind-the-scenes stories, including vague directing notes like "do the feet", the chaos of low-budget horror sets, and how a bizarre audition dream about Knott's Berry Farm might have sealed her big break. We also geek out over her current role as the chaotic demon warlock Tyranny on Critical Role, her love for metal music (shoutout to Gwar!), and the grit it takes to persevere in the industry. Don't miss out—hit that like button if you enjoyed, subscribe for more deep dives into cult films and interviews, and drop a comment: What's your favorite Whitney Moore role? Follow Whitney on Insta: WhitneySMoore 00:00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:00:50:19 - Banter on "See You Next Tuesday" Poster and Film Overview 00:02:38:07 - Crowdfunding, Release, and Post-Production 00:03:18:51 - Starting in B-Movies and Embracing the Genre 00:04:06:51 - What Makes a Bad Movie Memorable 00:05:11:39 - Low-Budget Creativity and Time Constraints 00:07:12:22 - Guerrilla Filmmaking and Horror Set Risks 00:08:37:32 - Worst Direction Experiences (Birdemic Focus) 00:12:55:06 - Transition to "The Smashing Machine" and Audition Process 00:19:15:39 - Perseverance, Talent, and Industry Insights 00:23:34:33 - Current Excitements and Critical Role 00:26:46:42 - Short Film "Seed" and Themes 00:28:47:31 - Getting into Metal Music and Concert Stories 00:30:52:10 - Closing and Thanks

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#236 - The Cannonball Run (1981) Nov 14, 2025

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The Cannonball Run revs up a star-studded cross-country race with Burt Reynolds, Dom DeLuise, and a cast of ‘80s icons dodging cops in souped-up cars! This comedy classic mixes slapstick stunts, cheesy cameos, and a plot thinner than a finish line ribbon. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Joe Goratowski, Chuck

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Mailbag Madness: Barbecue, Skinny Dipping, and Dubai! Nov 10, 2025

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On the latest Mailbag, the hosts swap barbecue must-haves like ribs, burnt ends, and pulled pork after a pitmaster listener grills them on their go-to orders, sparking mouthwatering debates that'll have you craving a smoker session! Things get hilariously slippery with listener takes on Friday the 13th's skinny dipping scene, from pool preferences to snake and leech horrors that make dark lakes a total no-go. Wrap it up with global flair as a fan from Dubai shares his epic commutes powered by BMR laughs, drops metric system roasts on Americans, and pitches Asian horror gems like Train to Busan—join the crew for non-stop banter, movie nostalgia, and community chaos!

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#235 - Cloak & Dagger (1984) Nov 07, 2025

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Cloak & Dagger turns a kid and his imaginary spy friend into real heroes chasing Soviet agents and a secret Atari cartridge! This ‘80s adventure mixes video game thrills, roller-skate chases, and a plot as sneaky as a hidden level. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Curt Mummer, Joe Goratowski, Chuck

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#234 - The Monster Squad (1987) Oct 31, 2025

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The Monster Squad assembles a gang of kids to battle Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Wolfman in a small-town showdown! This ‘80s adventure mixes goofy one-liners, monster mayhem, and a plot as wild as a full moon. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

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

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Mailbag: Nut Punch Debate & F-Bombs in PG13 Classics Oct 27, 2025

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Dive into the chaos with the Bad Movies Rule crew as we have hilarious debates on cinema's most epic nut punches, from JCVD's legendary splits in Bloodsport to Chuck Norris's brutal takedowns, leaving no groin unturned! Things heat up with a listener's over-the-top wrestling promo challenge, complete with toe-stomping threats and tag-team drama that has the hosts firing back with their own rhyme-spitting retorts. Cap it off with a fun game of dropping F-bombs into classic 80s PG flicks like Back to the Future and The NeverEnding Story, sparking laugh-out-loud ideas that will have you rethinking your favorite family films.

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#233 - Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) Oct 24, 2025

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Friday the 13th Part 2 introduces Jason Voorhees stepping out of his mom’s shadow, stalking camp counselors with a sack over his head! This ‘80s slasher sequel mixes gory kills, creepy woods, and a plot as thin as a tent flap. Is this a cult classic or total trash?

Hosts: James Hauser, Clint Busch, Ryan Farrell, Bob Hauser

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