Bots, Bugs, and Babes – Two True Freaks
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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #116: King Kong ’76 Feedback
January 31, 2022 08:13On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I read and discuss listener feedback that has been sent in to the show about King Kong (1976). We had enough listener feedback, that it got its own episode! So you ask, will we tangent off into [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #115: The Monolith Monsters (1957) – “Look at the dog – its as hard as a piece of granite.”
January 13, 2022 08:13“If its dull or statistical, I’ve written about it.” We kick off 2022 on Bots, Bugs, and Babes as my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go out to the desert and dig up The Monolith Monsters (1957). We look back at this Jack Arnold written film and uncover what might well be a lost [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #114: The Treasure of Dracula (1969) – “practically a time machine”
December 31, 2021 08:13“playthings of men’s vanity” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother ( Luke Jaconetti) and I jump in our time machine and head back to the 60’s, as we cover The Treasure of Dracula (1969). We look back at the version of this film that was lost for decades, as [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #113: The He-Man & She-Ra: A Christmas Special (1985) – “I like to feel evil!”
December 25, 2021 08:13“Stop licking my face, you bratty dog! Get away from me! You’re drowning me!” On this year’s Bots, Bugs, And Babes Christmas episode, I am joined by my brother Luke Jaconetti as we go back to the ’80’s for the He-Man and She-Ra: A Christmas Special (1985). We talk all about the [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #112: Fatman (2020) – “A wicked soul bent on vengeance and bloodshed came to my door…like you Billy…he’s buried.”
December 13, 2021 06:13“I’ve come for your head, Fat Man!” “You think you’re the first? You think I got this job because I’m fat and jolly?” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I take a look at a movie many of you may have heard [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #111: Listener Feedback
November 25, 2021 06:13On this 2021 Thanksgiving episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I read and discuss listener feedback that has been sent in to the show. Will we tangent off into other topics? Of course! Will we talk about The Fast and The Furious film franchise? Another [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #110: Rad (1986) – Cru is …. RAD
November 13, 2021 08:13“God, what I wouldn’t give to go ass-sliding with you right now.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother ( Luke Jaconetti) and I jump on our bikes and head back to the radical 1980’s to to bring you a 4th B ….. BMX, as we talk about [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #109: Monster on The Campus (1958) – “Jimmy, did you know your dog was a throwback?”
October 31, 2021 08:13“Unless we learn to control the instincts we’ve inherited from our ape-like ancestors, the race is doomed.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I are headed back to the 1950’s to revisit Monster on the Campus (1958). We look back at this Jack Arnold film, [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #108: The Hand (1981) – It lives. It crawls. And suddenly, it kills.
October 13, 2021 08:13“I’m kind of old-fashioned. I like to make it in bed, okay” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the early 80’s to check out The Hand (1981). We look back at this Oliver Stone often forgotten horror movie, that also [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #107: King Kong (1976) – “You’re going to America to be a star.”
September 13, 2021 08:13“That wasn’t Cortez; it was Pizarro. And he dies busted, Fred.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the 70’s to check out the King Kong (1976). We look back at Dino De Laurentiis’ big budget remake, that was supposed [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #106: Dracula A.D. 1972 (1972) – The Count is back, with an eye for London’s hotpants….and a taste for everything.
August 31, 2021 07:17“That gig went out with the mini-skirt, you schlep.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, guest John LeMay and I go back to London in the 70’s to dig up Dracula A.D. 1972 (1972). We look back at this Hammer cult classic, that is a wild trip. We will [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #105: Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981) – The Body Count Continues…
August 13, 2021 08:58“I ought to let you hang, you pervert!” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the camp to check out Friday the 13th: Part 2 (1981). We look back at Steve Minor’s directorial debut,whose influences can still be seen today. [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #104: Darkroom Episode #3: 12 – 11 – 1981 – Enter A New Dimension of Chilling Suspense…Enter the Darkroom
July 31, 2021 08:47You’re in a house. Maybe your own… maybe one you’ve never seen before. You feel it. Something evil. You run, but there’s no escape… nowhere to turn. You feel something beckoning you… drawing you into the terror that awaits you in the Darkroom! On this episode of Bots, Bugs, [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #103: One Million Years B.C. (1966) – MEN AND MONSTERS BATTLE TO RULE THE EARTH!
July 13, 2021 05:27This is a story of long, long ago; when the world was just beginning. On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the year 1 Million B.C……well, actually 1966, as we look at the Hammer and Ray Harryhausen film One Million Years B.C. [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #102: They Live (1988) – “You know, you look like your head fell in cheese dip back in 1957.”
June 13, 2021 07:13“I have come here to chew bubblegum and kick ass…and I’m all out bubblegum.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the 80’s to check out They Live (1988). We look back at this John Carpenter cult classic, that still packs [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #101: Darkroom (Episode #2: 12 – 4 – 1981) – Enter A New Dimension of Chilling Suspense…Enter the Darkroom
May 31, 2021 11:53You’re in a house. Maybe your own… maybe one you’ve never seen before. You feel it. Something evil. You run, but there’s no escape… nowhere to turn. You feel something beckoning you… drawing you into the terror that awaits you in the Darkroom! On this episode of Bots, Bugs, [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #100: King Kong (1933) – Watch Along!
May 13, 2021 18:13On the 100th episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I wanted to do something different. We decided that a watch along was pretty different for us and it has been on of the most requested episodes, so never let it be said that we don’t give [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #99: King Kong Lives (1986) - "They're gonna need a doctor when they get a whiff of this gas."
April 13, 2021 20:01 - 1 hour"There is nothing wrong with the heart. The damn thing runs like a Swiss watch. It's his blood." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, author John Lemay joins me again, as we look back at his favorite King Kong movie, King Kong Lives (1986). We give this hard to find movie the complete once over, as we explore all the different aspects of the film. So grab your net, fire up the tanks, and get ready to find love in the mountains. But remember alligators make some good eats! Feedback fo...
Bots, Bugs, and Babes – Episode #99: King Kong Lives (1986)- “They’re gonna need a doctor when they get a whiff of this gas.”
April 13, 2021 16:20“There is nothing wrong with the heart. The damn thing runs like a Swiss watch. It’s his blood.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, author John LeMay joins me again, as we look back at his favorite King Kong movie, King Kong Lives (1986). We give this hard to find movie [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #98: Darkroom (Episode #1: 11 - 27 - 1981) - Enter A New Dimension of Chilling Suspense...Enter the Darkroom
March 31, 2021 20:20 - 51 minutesYou're in a house. Maybe your own... maybe one you've never seen before. You feel it. Something evil. You run, but there's no escape... nowhere to turn. You feel something beckoning you... drawing you into the terror that awaits you in the Darkroom! On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I will enter the Darkroom for the premiere episode Closed Circuit / Stay Tuned, We'll Be Right Back (November 27, 1981). Join us as we look back at this episode of this often...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #98: Darkroom (Episode #1: 11 – 27 – 1981) – Enter A New Dimension of Chilling Suspense…Enter the Darkroom
March 31, 2021 19:20Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #97: The Deadly Mantis (1957) - "The female is larger than the male and invariably destroys her mate when he's fulfilled his function in life."
March 13, 2021 14:28 - 1 hour"In all the kingdom of the living, there is no more deadly or voracious creature than the Praying Mantis." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, we celebrate our 5 Year Anniversary as my father (Al Jaconetti) and I bring in the BIG BUGS as we present The Deadly Mantis (1957). We cover the movie that dares to have a 50 foot tall insect sneak up on you! We go from the arctic to the streets of NYC, as this big bug caper unfolds. So pack your long johns, grab a big can of RAID, and get rea...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #97: The Deadly Mantis (1957) – “The female is larger than the male and invariably destroys her mate when he’s fulfilled his function in life.”
March 13, 2021 12:19“In all the kingdom of the living, there is no more deadly or voracious creature than the Praying Mantis.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, we celebrate our 5 Year Anniversary as my father (Al Jaconetti) and I bring in the BIG BUGS as we present The Deadly [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #96: Cult of the Cobra (1955) – “Hi baby, want an egg.”
February 13, 2021 12:41“The Cobra Goddess will avenger herself! One by one, you will die!” On this year’s Valentine’s Day edition of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I as we follow 6 American G.I.s, who make a really bad choice that comes back to bite them in 1955’s Cult [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #96: Cult of the Cobra (1955) - "Hi baby, want an egg?"
February 13, 2021 11:56 - 50 minutes"The Cobra Goddess will avenger herself! One by one, you will die!" On this year's Valentine's Day edition of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I as we follow 6 American G.I.s, who make a really bad choice that comes back to bite them in 1955's Cult of the Cobra. Join us as we delve into this film about cults, snake women, and cults about snake women! So grab your disguise, make sure you have cash, and get ready to witness the dance of the Snake Goddess....because it star...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #95: The Return of Listener Feedback
January 31, 2021 13:51 - 34 minutesFeedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #95: Listener’s Feedback
January 31, 2021 13:05Listener’s Feedback episode.
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #94: The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) – “I had presumed upon nature. That existence begins and ends is man’s conception, not nature’s. And I felt my body dwindling, melting, becoming nothing.”
January 13, 2021 18:13“In my hunt for food I had become the hunted. This time I survived, but I was no longer alone in my universe. I had an enemy, the most terrifying ever beheld by human eyes.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I start off 2021 [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #94: The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957) - "I had presumed upon nature. That existence begins and ends is man's conception, not nature's. And I felt my body dwindling, melting, becoming nothing."
January 13, 2021 15:25 - 1 hour"In my hunt for food I had become the hunted. This time I survived, but I was no longer alone in my universe. I had an enemy, the most terrifying ever beheld by human eyes." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I start off 2021 with The Incredible Shrinking Man (1957). Join us as we explore this film that is as relevant today and it was over 60 years ago. We explore all the different aspects of the film, including the visual effects that still hold up toda...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #93: Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019) - Let's make Earth great again.
December 31, 2020 12:35 - 1 hourNo dinosaurs or other animals were harmed in the making of this motion picture. On the New Year's Eve episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, we close 2020 very much how we opened it, as my father (Al Jaconetti) and I cover Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019). We cover the much anticipated, but nearly derailed, sequel to the original that ups the cultural references to 11! This film has everything and, as has become the New Year's Eve tradition, this movie rings the year out with something off-the-...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #93: Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019) – Let’s make Earth great again.
December 31, 2020 06:13 - 189 MBNo dinosaurs or other animals were harmed in the making of this motion picture. On the New Year’s Eve episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, we close 2020 very much how we opened it, as my father (Al Jaconetti) and I cover Iron Sky: The Coming Race (2019). We cover the much anticipated, [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babies – Episode #92: Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 (1987) – “Garbage day!”
December 25, 2020 18:00“You tend to get paranoid when everyone around you gets dead.” On this year’s Christmas episode, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at a sequel to a “holiday classic” as we cover Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 (1987). We cover the movie that MAY use flashbacks more than any [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #92: Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 (1987) - "Garbage day!"
December 24, 2020 14:02 - 55 minutes"You tend to get paranoid when everyone around you gets dead." On this year's Christmas episode, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at a sequel to a "holiday classic" as we cover Silent Night, Deadly Night 2 (1987). We cover the movie that MAY use flashbacks more than any other Christmas film before, as we will cover this film inside and out. So grab your Santa suit, make sure the car is up and running, and be careful what day you take out the trash. Whether you are naughty or nice, ...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #91: Masters of the Universe (1987) - "Men who crave power look back over the mistakes of their lives, pile them all together, and call it destiny."
December 14, 2020 01:39 - 1 hourAt the center of the universe, at the border between the light and the dark stands Castle Greyskull. For countless eons the sorceress of Greyskull has kept this universe in harmony, but the armies of darkness shall not rest and the capture of greyskull is ever most in their minds. For those who control Greyskull comes the power, the power to be supreme, the power to be all mighty, the power to be.... masters of the universe. On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my brother Luke Jaconett...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #91: Masters of the Universe (1987) – “Men who crave power look back over the mistakes of their lives, pile them all together, and call it destiny.”
December 13, 2020 12:59At the center of the universe, at the border between the light and the dark stands Castle Greyskull. For countless eons the sorceress of Greyskull has kept this universe in harmony, but the armies of darkness shall not rest and the capture of Greyskull is ever most in their minds. [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #90: Pitchstorm #2
November 26, 2020 03:22 - 1 hourOn this special edition of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother, Luke Jaconetti, joins me again for a few MORE rounds of Pitchstorm: Creature Feature. We celebrate Thanksgiving as we create some classic B-Movies that don't exist.....yet! Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #90: Pitchstorm #2
November 26, 2020 01:22Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #89: Maniac (1980) - Run from this man!
November 13, 2020 13:19 - 1 hourOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at a time when NYC was not so pretty, as we look back at Maniac (1980). We delve into arguably Will Lustig's most controversial film, which is saying something when speaking about Lustig. We will talk about all the different aspects of the film, the city that birthed it, and the controversy it created. So grab your shotgun, put on your ski cap, and grab a mannequin, as we take you into the places that no one ...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #89: Maniac (1980) – Run from this man!
November 13, 2020 11:19Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Episode #88: Count Yorga, Vampire (1970) - Dashing, Dark, and Deadly
October 31, 2020 17:22 - 1 hour"I believe I brought a cape." On this Halloween 2020 edition of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother, Luke Jaconetti joins me as we travel back 50 years to 1970 and encounter Count Yorga, Vampire. We cover the film inside and out, including what was originally supposed to be on the screen and what / how much you were supposed to be seeing! Join us for a great trip back to a time of questionable fashion and doctors that made house calls. Grab your crucifix, home-made stakes, and half a plan, as...
Episode #88: Count Yorga, Vampire (1970) – Dashing, Dark, and Deadly
October 31, 2020 16:22Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #87: The Return of the Living Dead (1985) - "Send...more...paramedics."
October 14, 2020 02:38 - 1 hour"Hey, somebody get some light over here, Trash is taking off her clothes again." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I take a look at the most punk zombie movie ever made, as we cover The Return of the Living Dead (1985). As this film turns 35, we take a look at this true cult classic that is still going strong today. We cover all the different aspects of the film, including special effects and the crazy stuff that is packed in literally everywhere. So gra...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #87: The Return of the Living Dead (1985) – “Send…more…paramedics.”
October 14, 2020 01:38Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #86: Dinosaurus! (1960) - "Well now we got a monster in here too."
September 13, 2020 16:08 - 1 hour - 158 MBAlive With Thrills! On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I turn the clock back 60 years as we cover Dinosaurus! (1960). On the 60th anniversary, we look back to a small tropical island, where dinosaurs are found off the coastline. This little film from the same team that brought you The Blob (1958), this film has an interesting road to creation and a life after it ended, which we cover in this episode. So grab your hard hat, fire up the steam shovel, and e...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #86: Dinosaurus! (1960) – “Well now we got a monster in here too.”
September 13, 2020 15:08Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #85: THE LOST FILMS FANZINE #1 & 2
August 31, 2020 13:57 - 1 hour - 160 MBOn this special episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined again by author John Lemay as we discuss his first 2 Lost Films Fanzines. Join us as we further delve into the world of lost films and discuss what could have been! Enjoy. Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #85: THE LOST FILMS FANZINE #1 & 2
August 31, 2020 12:57Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #84: Friday the 13th (1980) - "You're doomed! You're all doomed!"
August 13, 2020 12:02 - 1 hour"Come, dear. It'll be easier for you than it was for Jason." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I celebrate the dog days of summer by going back 40 years to where it all started: Camp Crystal Lake, as we cover Friday the 13th (1980). We will cover all the different aspects of this film, from production to special effects and even the lasting power this little movie had on the world, even to this day. Join us, as we discuss how what started as a mere prin...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #84: Friday the 13th (1980) – “You’re doomed! You’re all doomed!”
August 13, 2020 11:02Bots, Bugs, And Babes! The B-Movie Podcast that you have been waiting for! I am your host, Jason Jaconetti, and I invite you to join me as we take a trip into the often crazy world that are B-Movies. I will cover classics to cults
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #83: Listener Feedback
July 31, 2020 11:12 - 18 minutesOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I read several emails that our loyal listeners have sent in. Enjoy! Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]