Bots, Bugs, and Babes – Two True Freaks
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Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #83: Listener Feedback
July 31, 2020 10:12Bots, 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 #82: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) - "They're here already! You're next! You're next!"
July 13, 2020 12:50 - 1 hour"Is this an example of your bedside manner, doctor?" "No ma'ma. That comes later." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at one of the best science-fiction films ever made, as we discuss Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956). We explore all the different aspects of how this film was made, including how the movie fixed the story's original ending and how a movie that was made more than 60 years ago still rings true today. So grab your pitchfork, ...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #82: Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) – “They’re here already! You’re next! You’re next!”
July 13, 2020 11:50Bots, 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 #81: Great Apes, Monster Insects, & Dinosauruses - Interview with John LeMay
June 25, 2020 02:03 - 1 hourOn this special episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined by author John Lemay as we discuss 3 of his books: Monster Insects of the Movies, Dinosauruses of the Movies, and Giant Apes of the Movies. Join us for a discussion about these 3 books and so much more, including what new release might be lurking right below the water's surface. Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #81: Great Apes, Monster Insects, & Dinosauruses – Interview with John LeMay
June 25, 2020 01:03Bots, 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 #80: Escape From New York (1981): "Call me Snake."
June 13, 2020 11:45 - 1 hourIn 1988, the crime rate in the United States rises four hundred percent. The once great city of New York becomes the one maximum security prison for the entire country. A fifty-foot containment wall is erected along the New Jersey shoreline, across the Harlem River, and down along the Brooklyn shoreline. It completely surrounds Manhattan Island. All bridges and waterways are mined. The United States Police Force, like an army, is encamped around the island. There are no guards inside the pri...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #80: Escape From New York (1981): “Call me Snake.”
June 13, 2020 10:45Bots, 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 #79: Pitchstorm #1
May 31, 2020 13:56 - 52 minutesOn this special edition of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother, Luke Jaconetti, joins me for a few rounds of Pitchstorm: Creature Feature. Join us for this interesting episode for B-Movies that don't exist.....at least, not yet! Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #79: Pitchstorm #1
May 31, 2020 12:56Bots, 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 #78: Black Death (2010) - "I think he found peace. That he continued seeing beauty in the world. Goodness.
May 13, 2020 13:53 - 23 hours"I am Death. Vengeance is mine! God's fury rains down on you!" On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I go back to the time of the bubonic plague as we look at Black Death (2010). As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of this often overlooked film, we explore all the different aspects that went into making this gritty, blood-stained gem. We will discuss all the different aspects of the film, including how different the original script was compared to what we s...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #78: Black Death (2010) – “I think he found peace. That he continued seeing beauty in the world. Goodness.
May 13, 2020 12:53Bots, 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 #77: Dr. Cyclops (1940): "Strange how absorbed man has been in the size of things!"
April 13, 2020 12:29 - 46 minutes - 106 MB"Now you can call me "cyclops", because I have one good eye." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I, turn the clock back 80 years to talk about Dr. Cyclops (1940). We explore all the different aspects of the first sci-fi film ever shot in three-color Technicolor, including the special effects and production. We also discus how this film, which was nominated for the Academy Award in Special Effects, would go on to influence other later B-movies. So grab yo...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #77: Dr. Cyclops (1940): “Strange how absorbed man has been in the size of things!”
April 13, 2020 11:29“Now you can call me “cyclops”, because I have one good eye.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I, turn the clock back 80 years to talk about Dr. Cyclops (1940). We explore all the different aspects of the first sci-fi film ever [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #76: The Giant Gila Monster (1959) - "Have you heard the reports of a giant lizard?"
March 31, 2020 13:33 - 1 hour"In the enormity of the west, there are still vast and virtually unexplored regions! Bleak and desolate! Where no human ever goes! And no life is ever seen! It is as though the land had been pelted by god! It is in these lonely areas of the impenetrable forest and dark shadows that the Gila Monster still lives! How large the dreaded Gila Monster grow ... no man can say!" On this special episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my brother, Luke Jaconetti (Earth Destruction Directive) joins me for a...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #76: The Giant Gila Monster (1959) – “Have you heard the reports of a giant lizard?”
March 31, 2020 12:33“In the enormity of the west, there are still vast and virtually unexplored regions! Bleak and desolate! Where no human ever goes! And no life is ever seen! It is as though the land had been pelted by god! It is in these lonely areas of the impenetrable forest and [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #75: Tarantula (1955) - "Science is science, but a girl must get her hair done."
March 13, 2020 13:49 - 1 hourOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, we celebrate our 3 year anniversary as we look back at 1955's Tarantula. Join my father (Al Jaconetti) and I as we look back at this classic "big bug" movie from the 1950's. We explore all the different aspects of the film, from production to story to special effects and give you some insight into the films stars, who may look familiar to BBB fans. All that and much more as we celebrate the film's 65th Anniversary. So grab your lab coats and some bu...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #75: Tarantula (1955) – “Science is science, but a girl must get her hair done.”
March 13, 2020 12:49On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, we celebrate our 3 year anniversary as we look back at 1955’s Tarantula. Join my father (Al Jaconetti) and I as we look back at this classic “big bug” movie from the 1950’s. We explore all the different aspects of the film, [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #74: The Stepford Wives (1975) - "If you're going to tell me you don't like this dress, I'm sticking my head right in the oven."
February 13, 2020 21:49 - 59 minutes"You don't look like someone who enjoys making other people happy." On this year's Valentine's Day episode, my father, Al Jaconetti, and I bring you a movie that stirred up a lot discussion when it was released, as we look back at The Stepford Wives (1975) on its 45th anniversary. We will explore all the different aspects of the film and how it compares to the book and even the remake. So scrub those counters, mop that floor until it shines, and slap on that perfect smile, as we head to Ste...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #74: The Stepford Wives (1975) – “If you’re going to tell me you don’t like this dress, I’m sticking my head right in the oven.”
February 13, 2020 19:49“You don’t look like someone who enjoys making other people happy.” On this year’s Valentine’s Day episode, my father, Al Jaconetti, and I bring you a movie that stirred up a lot discussion when it was released, as we look back at The Stepford Wives (1975) on its 45th anniversary. [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #73: Iron Sky (2012) - "You are Neil Armstrong after the sex change operation. Is that correct?"
January 13, 2020 20:08 - 1 hourIn 1945, the Nazis went to the moon. In 2018, they came back! In our first episode of 2020, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I wanted to give you something to really get the new year started and we know that 2012's Iron Sky needs to be seen to be believed. We will cover both versions of the film, including the main differences between them. We will also talk about the outstanding special effects and the crazy characters that populate this film that most people passed on. So grab your space suit...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #73: Iron Sky (2012) – “You are Neil Armstrong after the sex change operation. Is that correct?”
January 13, 2020 18:08 - 169 MBIn 1945, the Nazis went to the moon. In 2018, they came back! In our first episode of 2020, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I wanted to give you something to really get the new year started and we know that 2012’s Iron Sky needs to be seen to be [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #72: The Phantom of the Mall: Eric's Revenge - Be nice to Eric. Or Eric won't be nice to you.
December 30, 2019 23:48 - 1 hour"Eric Matthews is still alive!" On this special New Year's Eve episode, my brother, Luke Jaconetti (Earth Destruction Directive) joins me for the 30th Anniversary of The Phantom of the Mall: Eric's Revenge. We explore all the different aspects of this "unique" take on the classic Phantom of the Opera story. This movie, which seems like it was on every video story shelf in the late 1980's to early 1990's, has been rarely seen in the last 30 years, but we are ready to expose it! So grab your ...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #72: The Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge – Be nice to Eric. Or Eric won’t be nice to you.
December 30, 2019 21:48 - 27.3 MB“Eric Matthews is still alive!” On this special New Year’s Eve episode, my brother, Luke Jaconetti (Earth Destruction Directive) joins me for the 30th Anniversary of The Phantom of the Mall: Eric’s Revenge. We explore all the different aspects of this “unique” take on the classic Phantom of the Opera [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #71: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) - "Can you believe this? It's Christmas Eve and we got orders to bring in Santa Claus."
December 25, 2019 15:22 - 1 hourFor our Holiday Episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back 35 years to look at Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984). One of the most controversial films of the day, we explore all the different aspects of the film, including the content that was cut to gain it's R-rating. Join us for the film that opened opposite A Nightmare on Elm Street (and out-grossed it by about $162,000 opening weekend) and created more controversy than money could ever buy! So grab your Sa...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #71: Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) – “Can you believe this? It’s Christmas Eve and we got orders to bring in Santa Claus.”
December 25, 2019 13:22 - 161 MB“Oh? Well pardon me, Ann Landers!” For our Holiday Episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back 35 years to look at Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984). One of the most controversial films of the day, we explore all the different aspects of [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #70: Listener Feedback
December 17, 2019 11:17 - 34 minutes - 77.9 MBOn 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]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #70: Listener Feedback
December 17, 2019 09:17 - 77.9 MBOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I read several emails that our loyal listeners have sent in. Enjoy!
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #69: Upgrade (2018) - "You have full control again, Grey."
December 13, 2019 10:47 - 55 minutes - 127 MBOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back only a year to bring you a movie that most of you might have missed. This time out we are talking about Upgrade (2018). Join us as we explore this great little sci-fi gem that really packs a punch, even if we are not a ninja. So grab your computer chip, fire up the Firebird, and remember, the word for "voice" in Dutch is "stem". Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #69: Upgrade (2018) – “You have full control again, Grey.”
December 13, 2019 08:47 - 40 MBOn this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back only a year to bring you a movie that most of you might have missed. This time out we are talking about Upgrade (2018). Join us as we explore this great little sci-fi gem [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #68: Food of the Gods (1976) - One Taste Is All It Will Take
November 28, 2019 07:10 - 49 minutes - 114 MB"They got et...by the real big ones." On this year's Thanksgiving episode, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I decided to go BIG, as we look at Mr B.I.G.'s Food of the Gods (1976). We give thanks as we look back at this cult film by Bert I. Gordon (aka: Mr. B.I.G.), exploring all the different aspects of the movie. So after you get your self a second helping of dinner and your fill of pie; grab the extra shotgun shells, fire up the uncovered jeep, and grab all the containers you can, because we...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #68: Food of the Gods (1976) – One Taste Is All It Will Take
November 28, 2019 05:10“They got et…by the real big ones.” On this year’s Thanksgiving episode, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I decided to go BIG, as we look at Mr B.I.G.’s Food of the Gods (1976). We give thanks as we look back at this cult film by Bert I. Gordon (aka: Mr. [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #67: Thir13en Ghosts (2001) - "Did the lawyer split?"
November 14, 2019 00:09 - 1 hour - 92 MB"Did I say there's a petting zoo downstairs? NO! There are ghosts downstairs, Arthur!" On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined by Jonathan Inbody (X Meets Y Podcast) again as we venture back to the incredible year of 2001! This time we are covering Dark Castle's Thir13en Ghosts (2001). Join us as we go in-depth on this flawed, but grisly film, exploring all the different aspects of the movie. So grab your special glasses, carry a glass wall etched with The Lord's Prayer, and ...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #67: Thir13en Ghosts (2001) – “Did the lawyer split?”
November 13, 2019 22:09“Did I say there’s a petting zoo downstairs? NO! There are ghosts downstairs, Arthur!” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined by Jonathan Inbody (X Meets Y Podcast) again as we venture back to the incredible year of 2001! This time we are covering Dark Castle’s [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #66: The Mummy's Curse (1944) - 3000 YEARS OF TERROR....BREAKING LOOSE!
October 31, 2019 19:45 - 37 minutes - 85.5 MB"The devil's alive and he's dancing with the mummy." On this year's special Halloween episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I venture to the bayous of Louisiana and turn back the clock 75 years as we look at Universal's 1944's The Mummy Curse. Join us as we look at the last of the original mummy sequels, incluidng diving into all the different aspects of the film and its production. So grab your tana leaves, your extra wrappings, and get ready to emerge from a swam...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #66: The Mummy’s Curse (1944) – 3000 YEARS OF TERROR….BREAKING LOOSE!
October 31, 2019 18:45“The devil’s alive and he’s dancing with the mummy.” On this year’s special Halloween episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I venture to the bayous of Louisiana and turn back the clock 75 years as we look at Universal’s 1944’s The Mummy Curse. Join us [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #65: The Monster of Piedras Blancas (1959) - "See the movie named the most brain-paralyzing shock story of them all!"
October 13, 2019 17:49 - 35 minutes - 81.1 MBMAN-MONSTER FROM THE SLIMY DEATHS On this epsiode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I venture out to the California coast and back to the 1950's, as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of The Monster of Piedras Blancas (1959). Join us as we look at this (in)famous often unseen film that is more famous for a few stills than the actual film. We will discuss all the different aspects of the film, including how most people have not seen it, even if they felt they have. So gr...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #65: The Monster of Piedras Blancas (1959) – “See the movie named the most brain-paralyzing shock story of them all!”
October 13, 2019 16:49MAN-MONSTER FROM THE SLIMY DEATHS On this epsiode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I venture out to the California coast and back to the 1950’s, as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of The Monster of Piedras Blancas (1959). Join us as we look at this [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #64: JerseyFest 2019
September 27, 2019 20:06 - 34 minutes - 79.2 MBJerseyFest 2019 has come and gone....and now it is time for my father, Al Jaconetti, and I to talk all about it. Join us for our annual rundown of what happened at the BIGGEST MODEL SHOW IN THE NORTHEAST! Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #64: JerseyFest 2019
September 27, 2019 19:06JerseyFest 2019 has come and gone….and now it is time for my father, Al Jaconetti, and I to talk all about it. Join us for our annual rundown of what happened at the BIGGEST MODEL SHOW IN THE NORTHEAST!
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #63: The Mole People (1956) - "Did ya ever hear of anyone smoking dried mushrooms?"
September 13, 2019 21:54 - 59 minutes - 135 MB"Some hand. Whoever it was needs a manicure." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I dig deep to talk about 1956's The Mole People. Join us as we delve into all the different aspects of this classic and unexpectedly controversial film. So grab your flashlight, load up on mushrooms, and be ready to avoid falling statues! Feedback for this show can be sent to: [email protected]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #63: The Mole People (1956) – “Did ya ever hear of anyone smoking dried mushrooms?”
September 13, 2019 20:54“Some hand. Whoever it was needs a manicure.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I dig deep to talk about 1956’s The Mole People. Join us as we delve into all the different aspects of this classic and unexpectedly controversial film. So grab [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #62: District 9 (2009): You're not welcome here!
August 13, 2019 13:56 - 1 hour - 181 MB"Hello little guy! It's the sweetie man coming!" On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look at District 9 (2009) on its 10th Anniversary. We look at the little sci-fi movie that looks like a big budget blockbuster. We delve into all aspects of the film, incluidng the political aspects that make this film so much more than a bug movie. So grab your bullet proof vest, clip board, and a few cans of cat food, as we find out where are we welcome. Feedback for...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #62: District 9 (2009): You’re not welcome here!
August 13, 2019 12:56“Hello little guy! It’s the sweetie man coming!” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, And Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look at District 9 (2009) on its 10th Anniversary. We look at the little sci-fi movie that looks like a big budget blockbuster. We delve into all aspects [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #61: Dog Soldiers (2002) - "I'm in the closet!"
July 13, 2019 14:15 - 1 hour - 188 MB"Spiders. And women. And....spider-women." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at one of the best werewolf films made in the last 20 years, as we cover 2002's Dog Soldiers. Join us as we delve into all the different aspects of the film that is "Jaws, Aliens, and Predator with a werewolf twist." We also talk about how many people might have dismissed this film from the other side of the pond due to how it was released and marketed. So grab your...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #61: Dog Soldiers (2002) – “I’m in the closet!”
July 13, 2019 13:15“Spiders. And women. And….spider-women.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I look back at one of the best werewolf films made in the last 20 years, as we cover 2002’s Dog Soldiers. Join us as we delve into all the different aspects of [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #60: Phantasm (1979) - "The ice cream is gonna be flyin' fast and furious."
June 13, 2019 18:56 - 1 hour - 215 MB"You play a good game, boy, but the game is finished. Now you die." On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined by Jonathan Inbody (X Meets Y Podcast) again as we venture back 40 years to the incredible year of 1979, as we cover the ultra low budget horror classic Phantasm (1979). Join us as we go in-depth on this cult and groundbreaking movie, exploring all the different aspects of the film. So grab your ice cream cone, load into the Baracuda, and get ready "for horror that's go...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #60: Phantasm (1979) – “The ice cream is gonna be flyin’ fast and furious.”
June 13, 2019 17:56“You play a good game, boy, but the game is finished. Now you die.” On this episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, I am joined by Jonathan Inbody (X Meets Y Podcast) again as we venture back 40 years to the incredible year of 1979, as we cover the ultra [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #59: Overlord (2018) - "There's a lot of soldiers out there and there's four of us."
June 06, 2019 20:34 - 1 hour - 194 MB"A thousand year Reich needs thousand year soldiers." On this special episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I celebrate the 75th anniversary of D-Day with 2018's Overlord. We cover all the different aspects of this film that most people heard about, but passed by for one reason or another. We get in depth about this great little film and show that good horror movies can still be made in 2018. So strap on your helmet, grab a parachute, and get ready to feel this cou...
Bots, Bugs, And Babes – Episode #59: Overlord (2018) – “There’s a lot of soldiers out there and there’s four of us.”
June 06, 2019 19:34“A thousand year Reich needs thousand year soldiers.” On this special episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, my father (Al Jaconetti) and I celebrate the 75th anniversary of D-Day with 2018’s Overlord. We cover all the different aspects of this film that most people heard about, but passed by for [...]
Bots, Bugs, And Babes - Episode #58: Mad Max: Fury Road (2015) - "Witness me."
May 14, 2019 17:26 - 1 hour - 249 MB"Do not, my friends, become addicted to water. It will take hold of you and you will resent its absence!" On this special Mother's Day episode of Bots, Bugs, and Babes, join my father and I as we discuss on mother of a movie! We cover Mad Max: Fury Road (2015). Dad and I will cover all the different aspects of this modern day masterpiece, from concept to stunt work and beyond. So get ready for Furiosa and her journey to her destiny, but never forgetting that..... "My name is Max. My world...