High School Slumber Party
348 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsYou remember your time in high school... don't pretend that you don't. Fresh off co-hosting P.S. I Love Hoffman, Brian Rodriguez returns to take you on a journey back to your teenage years through the power of classic high school films.
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331 Halloweentown II (2001)
November 01, 2023 04:12 - 1 hourThe second half of our special Halloween doubleheader has arrived on broomstick as Shawnee Mead returns to the slumber party to chat all about our first Disney Channel Original Movie: Halloweentown II: Kalabar's Revenge. Brian and Shawnee discuss Debbie Reynolds, Kimberly J Brown and everything that makes this DCOM a classic. Find out the fatal mistake that made Brian's watch a little less enjoyable as well.
330 The Lost Boys (1987) Rewatch and Commentary
November 01, 2023 02:51 - 2 hoursFor a special Halloween treat and in the name of all things Two Coreys, Brian invites Superintendent Mike Manzi back to the podcast for a live rewatch and commentary on The Lost Boys. You may remember Brian, and guests Dan Colon and Shawnee Mead talked The Lost Boys many Halloweens ago (link here) on the pod previous to Mike and Brian tackling all Corey Haim and Corey Feldman projects. Since then it's become a sppoky season classic in the Rodriguez household and the perfect film to watch alon...
329 Yes, God, Yes (2019) High School Slumber Party AP
October 29, 2023 04:06 - 1 hourAP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington are talking religion as well as the weird world we shared in the early days of the internet as they chat Natalia Dyer and 2019's Yes, God, Yes.
328 Trippin' (1999)
September 05, 2023 17:07 - 1 hourBrian welcomes back Keith Dorsey of the Dawson Black podcast to chat all about Trippin' starring Deon Richmond, Donald Faison, Guy Torry, Maia Campbell and Countess Vaughn. Listen as we revisit this underrated gem and find out if it deserves the same cult classic status as other teen comedies from 1999.
327 Are you there God? It's me, Margaret. (2023) High School Slumber Party AP
August 18, 2023 00:02 - 2 hoursAislinn and Brian welcome special guest author and educator Derek Heckman to chat Are you there God? It's me, Margaret. Staring Rachel McAdams, Kathy Bates and Abby Ryder Fortson; this adaptation of the Judy Blume classic is a must watch for fans of all coming of age films.
326 Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023)
August 04, 2023 03:00 - 2 hoursBrian is swinging back in action to talk Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse with Superintendent and superhero expert Mike Manzi as his sidekick. Find out just how much these guys loved this film and which Spider-man was their favorite.
325 Honor Society (2022) High School Slumber Party AP
June 18, 2023 20:05 - 1 hourHigh School Slumber Party AP is back in session to talk one of Aislinn's favorite teen movies from 2022; Paramount+'s Honor Society. Starring Angourie Rice (Spider-Man: No Way Home, the Nice Guys) as a driven high school senior whose path to success hinges on a cunning scheme to undermine her rivals in an effort to obtain her guidance councilors coveted letter of recommendation. Also staring Gaten Matarazzo (Stranger Things) and Christopher Mintz-Plasse (Superbad).
324 Bully (2001)
June 08, 2023 21:09 - 1 hourBrian welcomes former classmate Danny Kim back to the podcast to chat Larry Clark's Bully. Brian and Danny chat about Larry Clark's photography background as well as his visceral style, the true story behind the crimes and a whole lot of shirtless Florida vibes.
323 Brooke Shields: Pretty Baby (2023) High School Slumber Party AP
May 20, 2023 16:49 - 1 hourAislinn and Brian discuss the new Hulu documentary, Brooke Shield's: Pretty Baby. Though this two part documentary examines the life and Brooke Shield's, your AP hosts focus on her teenage years; especially her work in the films Pretty Baby, The Blue Lagoon and Endless love as well as her upbringing in the constant face of fame.
322 5-25-77 (2022) High School Slumber Party AP
May 04, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutesBrian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington discuss their own 5-25-77 moments, John Francis Daley and give out some awards in a follow-up episode to Brian's interview with the film's director Patrick Reed Johnson.
321 City of God (2003)
April 26, 2023 19:31 - 1 hourBrian welcomes back some high school friends; Kyle Reinfried of Foodie Films and photographer Danny Kim to talk 2002's City of God (directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund). It's a film the gang all saw during their teenage years together and as they look back with nostalgia glasses they discuss cool movie posters of the era as well as how the movie holds up today both cinematically and ethically.
320 Interview with Patrick Read Johnson
April 13, 2023 01:05 - 53 minutesBrian welcomes director Patrick Read Johnson to the Slumber Party to talk all about his new film 5-25-77. Also, listen for some Angus talk and potential news.
319 2022 Teen Movie Review part 4: High School Slumber Party AP
March 17, 2023 22:50 - 1 hourOur 2022 Teen Movie Review continues with Part Four of our discussion as Aislinn and Brian chat about Where the Crawdads Sing, Luckiest Girl Alive, The Fallout, Anything's Possible, The Inbetween, Snowday, First Love, Darby and the Dead, My So-Called High School Rank, 13 The Musical, Bundles and 5-25-77. Also listen for some Oscars talk as well as an update on Seth Rogen's feelings.
318 2022 Teen Movie Review part 3: High School Slumber Party AP
February 26, 2023 13:54 - 1 hourOur very special 2022 Teen Movie Review continues with Part 3 of the discussion. Brian is joined by horror consultant and founder of the Truth about Cats and Bratz cult Austin Wolf-Sothern to provide spoiler free summaries for the horror adjacent films of the previous year. Also; Aislinn and Brian discuss Seth Rogens recent commentary on modern teen films as well as that TOTALLY AWESOME Clueless Super Bowl ad. Featuring Mr. Harrigan's Phone, The Black Phone, My Best Friend’s Exorcism, Janes, ...
317 2022 Teen Movie Review part 2: High School Slumber Party AP
February 02, 2023 22:53 - 1 hourTune in for Part 2 of our 2022 Teen Movie review as AP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington preview Hello, Goodbye and Everything in Between, Tall Girl 2, Enola Holmes 2, Hocus Pocus 2, The Curse of Bridge Hollow, The School for Good and Evil, Crush, On the Come Up, Hollywood Stargirl, Sneakerella, Better Nate than Ever, I Used to be Famous and The Sky is Everywhere.
316 2022 Teen Movie Review part 1: High School Slumber Party AP
January 24, 2023 16:44 - 1 hourHigh School Slumber Party AP returns for their annual Teen Movie Review. Brian has a lot of help this year as AP co-host Aislinn Addington and part one special guest Joey Lewandowski guide you through the High School and teen adjacent films of 2022; spoiler free! Featuring; The Fablemans, Bones and All, White Noise, Avatar: The Way of Water, Baby Assassins, Rosaline, Beavis and Butthead Do the Universe, We're All Going to the World's Fair, Funny Pages, Slash/Back, Piggy, Do Revenge, Honor Soc...
315 The Rookie (2002)
December 03, 2022 04:29 - 1 hourBrian and Cousin Pumkin are talking baseball (a lot of baseball) as they break down Disney's The Rookie. Based on the true story of a high school teacher and coach who sets off on a journey to make the Major Leagues at the "old" age of 35. Starring Dennis Quaid, Brian Cox, Angus T Jones and Jay Hernandez. Also, Brian talks Jacob DeGrom.
314 Hocus Pocus 2 (2022)
November 23, 2022 14:53 - 1 hourThe Witches are Back! Nicole DeLuise returns to the podcast to talk this years sequel to the beloved Disney classic; Hocus Pocus 2. Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy are summoned as the Sanderson Sisters to once again wreak havoc over Salem. Listen and find out if the sequel matches the original as well as which characters return, which are absent and Nicole and Brian's thoughts on a potential third film in the franchise.
313 The Blob (1958)
November 01, 2022 03:11 - 1 hourA Halloween tradition continues on High School Slumber Party as Shawnee Mead (The Podcast Around the Corner) returns to talk 1958's The Blob. Starring a very non-teenage Steve McQueen in his first role ever, this b-movie classic had very humble and interesting beginnings, and we're not talking about the catchy theme song and animation that ushers it in.
312 Bring it On: Cheer or Die (2022)
October 29, 2022 01:27 - 1 hourCheer-fighting? Count us in! Superintendent Mike Manzi joins the slumber party to talk the 7th (!?!?!) installment of the Bring it On franchise; Bring it On: Cheer or Die. The cheerleading film phenomenon started by Kirsten Dunst and Co 22 years ago takes a hard tumble in the direction of Halloween slasher and we're here for it! Also, Mike decides the fate and future of High School Slumber Party as we know it. Rah freaking Rah.
311 The Brady Bunch Movie (1995)
October 09, 2022 18:17 - 1 hourHere's the story of a lovely lady...or really, a story of two brothers who both found their way into loving the absurd yet amazing "The Brady Bunch Movie" (1995). Kenny Rodriguez stops by the slumber party to chat all about this satire based on the 1970's TV show of the same name. The film is both the most 70's movie and the most 90's movie ever made and the brothers look back with nostalgia glasses as they share their favorite moments involving Greg, Peter, Bobby, Marcia, Jan, Cindy, Mike, C...
310 Voyage of the Rock Aliens (1984)
September 27, 2022 21:02 - 1 hourThe Co-Founders of the CageClub Podcast Network stop by the slumber party as Superintendent Mike Manzi and Godfather Joey Lewandowski chat with Brian about a wild musical they both happen to love; Voyage of the Rock Aliens.
309 Night of the Comet (1984)
September 14, 2022 01:07 - 1 hourSuperintendent Mike Manzi brings one of his favorite films to the slumber party; Night of the Comet. This post-apocolyptic tale of two teenage sisters was described as Valley Girl meets Repo Man. Staring Catherine Mary Stewart, Kelli Maroney and Robert Beltran.
308 Hairspray (1988)
August 27, 2022 12:52 - 1 hourIt's way beyond grease, it's Hairspray! Kate Hudson returns to High School Slumber Party to talk about THE foundation film of her early childhood (believe it or not) 1988's Hairspray. This John Waters film starring Ricki Lake, Divine, Debbie Harry, Sonny Bono and Vitamin C (you read that right) is the genesis of (and far superior version according to Kate) of all future Hairspray content, including that John Travolta remake.
307 Dirty Dancing (1987) Part 2
August 19, 2022 19:47 - 1 hourNobody puts Brian in a corner so we're talking some more Dirty Dancing in this second part of a 2 part episode. The Foodie Films man Kyle Reinfriend is back to finish his conversation and give out hardware to the iconic movie on its 35th Anniversary. After Kyle, dance expert and Dirty Dancing superfan Rachel Shepherd joins us to discuss her (and her moms) love of the film. Both Kyle and Rachel answer that burning question everyone has been asking, is Johnny Castle a himbo?
306 Dirty Dancing (1987) Part 1
August 17, 2022 17:10 - 1 hourThe Senior Summer continues on High School Slumber Party as Brian is going dancing...Dirty Dancing! Brian welcomes Kyle Reinfried who is kind of to join the podcast all the way from San Emilio Island to break down Patrick Swayze, Jennifer Grey and all the moves that make Dirty Dancing a beloved and iconic classic in this first part of a two episode conversation. Also, Christian Larson stops by to chat a bit about the setting of this great film, the Catskills.
305 Pleasantville (1998)
August 13, 2022 02:55 - 1 hourBrian welcomes back two of his oldest friends Chris Carroll and Danny Kim to talk a film form their childhood; 1998's Pleasantville. The High School buddies might have bit off more than they could chew as Pleasantville (starring Tobey Maguire, Reese Witherspoon, William H Macy, Joan Allen, Paul Walker and Jeff Daniels) is a much more complicated than they originally assumed. Listen for takes on nostalgia, life, advice on abstinence and an athlete's mentality.
304 SpaceCamp (1986)
August 05, 2022 17:17 - 1 hourCongratulations! You've been accepted into SpaceCamp as Brian and Mike Manzi chat about the 1986 film of the same name. Starring Kate Capshaw, Kelly Preston, Lea Thompson, Tate Donovan and Joaquin Phoenix in his first big screen role, SpaceCamp harkens back to an era of eternal optimism and Americanism when it comes to the final frontier. Also, listen for the return of High School Movie News!
303 Two Coreys Season 2 Finale
August 02, 2022 05:25 - 1 hourBrian is joined by Superintendent Mike Manzi to finally put Season Two of our Two Coreys series to bed. Instead of covering some more Corey Feldman and Corey Haim teen movies, Brian and Mike talk up a trifecta of latter day Two Coreys projects; Dream a Little Dream 2, National Lampoon's Last Resort and Busted.
302 Sex Appeal (2022) - High School Slumber Party AP
July 27, 2022 19:31 - 1 hourHigh School Slumber Party AP returns to talk 2022's Sex Appeal, available on Hulu. In a very candid and fun episode Aislinn shares a personal life experience related to the premise of the film (shout out to the mysterious "tutor") and assigns her highest grade yet!
301 Corey Haim: Me Myself and I (1989)
July 23, 2022 18:29 - 1 hourComing out of episode #300 it's more of the same good old fashioned Corey fun. Brian welcomes new Superintendent Mike Manzi and returning guest and High School Slumber Party favorite Austin Wolf-Sothern to discuss a very unique f̶i̶l̶m̶ d̶o̶c̶u̶m̶e̶n̶t̶a̶r̶y̶ video diary; Corey Haim; Me Myself, and I. The Haimster himself produced this "day in the life" style project that's either a love letter to his fans or a sign to producers that he's A-Okay. Listen and find out what kissing really means ...
#300
July 17, 2022 15:03 - 56 minutesBrian rambles for an hour about what 300 episodes of High School Slumber Party mean to him. Featuring Mike Manzi and Jordan Polan-Clarke.
299 Silver Bullet (1985)
July 02, 2022 14:53 - 1 hourMonster Mike Manzi (The Monsters that Made Us) joins the slumber party to combine two of his favorite interests, werewolves and Coreys to chat 1985's Silver Bullet. This 1985 Stephen King adaptation staring Corey Haim and Gary Busey has become something of a cult classic in recent years. Listen and find out what Mike and Brian think of it!
297 Blown Away (1993)
June 21, 2022 08:57 - 1 hourAn erotic thriller staring the Two Coreys? Sure. Mike Manzi is here along with special guest (and erotic thriller expert) Christian Larson to chat about 1993's Blown Away staring Corey Haim, Corey Feldman and Nicole Eggert as a teen femme fatale . Will the guys be able to get past the creep factor and discover another underrated Corey classic? Also tune in for an explosive discussion on all things time-bombs!
298 Blown Away (1993)
June 21, 2022 08:57 - 1 hourAn erotic thriller staring the Two Coreys? Sure. Mike Manzi is here along with special guest (and erotic thriller expert) Christian Larson to chat about 1993's Blown Away staring Corey Haim, Corey Feldman and Nicole Eggert as a teen femme fatale . Will the guys be able to get past the creep factor and discover another underrated Corey classic? Also tune in for an explosive discussion on all things time-bombs!
296 Lady Bird (2017) - High School Slumber Party AP
June 14, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourHigh School Slumber Party AP returns to discuss a classic in the genre and the foundational AP film; Lady Bird. Powered by first time solo director Greta Gerwig, and starring Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Beanie Feldstein and Timothée Chalamet the film made a huge impact when it first came out in 2017. Brian and Aislinn discuss if it holds up today in 2022 and so much more! Also, Brian shares his thoughts the 2021 Irish film Here Are The Young Men for his Study Abroad assignment.
297 Lady Bird (2017) - High School Slumber Party AP
June 14, 2022 15:00 - 1 hourHigh School Slumber Party AP returns to discuss a classic in the genre and the foundational AP film; Lady Bird. Powered by first time solo director Greta Gerwig, and starring Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Beanie Feldstein and Timothée Chalamet the film made a huge impact when it first came out in 2017. Brian and Aislinn discuss if it holds up today in 2022 and so much more! Also, Brian shares his thoughts the 2021 Irish film Here Are The Young Men for his Study Abroad assignment.
A Return of High School Slumber Party: Thoughts on Mental Health and Current Events
May 28, 2022 19:42 - 11 minutesBefore returning to finish senior year strong, Brian joins High School Slumber Party for a very special chat on mental health and current events.
296 Watchers (1988)
April 30, 2022 14:02 - 1 hourBrian is joined by Mike Manzi to discuss the latest film in their Two Corey's series: Watchers. This 1988 Dean Koontz adaptation stars none of than Corey Haim as a teen who adopts a super intelligent dog who is being hunted down by a genetically enhanced monster. Also starring Michael Ironside. This movie is wild.
295 Daria: Is it College Yet? (2002)
April 26, 2022 06:46 - 1 hourIf you're a fan of MTV's animated late 90's/early 2000's hit series Daria, you don't want to miss this episode. And if you're NOT a fan of Daria for whatever reason, you will be after listening to today's episode. Brian welcomes first time guest Matt Kelly to the podcast to talk the second and final Daria TV movie; Daria: Is it College Yet? In Matt's words, Daria is "the most realistic depiction of high school that has ever been put on television" and though we're starting at the end of Daria...
BONUS: Twilight Slumber Party - Spencer
April 24, 2022 02:21 - 1 hourBONUS: She may not have won the Oscar but Kirsten Stewart will always be #1 around these parts. Kate Hudson and Brian Rodriguez talk 2021's Spencer for their new podcasting Twilight Slumber Party, launching soon. Lots of British royal gossip today, Twihards.
294 CODA (2021) High School Slumber Party AP part 2
April 14, 2022 04:56 - 1 hourOn part 2 of the High School Slumber Party AP discussion on CODA co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington chat all about the Best Picture winning film. Brian and Aislinn discuss the inclusivity and impact of the deaf cast including Oscar winners Troy Kostur and Marlee Matlin, the amazing performance of Emilia Jones as well as the direction and writing of Sian Heder. If you missed part 1, don't forget to check out the wonderful interview with Rian Gayle wherever you get your podcasts or ...
293 CODA (2021) High School Slumber Party AP part 1
March 29, 2022 06:02 - 50 minutesHigh School Slumber Party AP co-hosts Brian Rodriguez and Aislinn Addington are here to talk CODA's big Oscar wins. For part 1 of this special AP discussion Aislinn and Brian welcome Rian Gayle, university leader and member of the deaf and hard of hearing community to discuss inclusion and deaf representation in media. Interpreter: Andrew Tolman. Look out for part 2 of our CODA breakdown this Friday!
292 Young Adult (2011) Class Reunion Series
March 28, 2022 01:09 - 1 hourThis month our Class Reunion series explores 2011's Young Adult. CageClub Podcast Network hosts Dan Colon and John Brooks stop by to chat all about Charlize Theron and her remarkable performance, Patton Oswalt and his brief foray into more dramatic roles, Patrick Wilson being Patrick Wilson, Jason Reitman's early career as well as everything that inspired Diablo Cody to create this memorable film. While Young Adult is not for everyone and probably shouldn't be described as a "feel good" story...
BONUS: Twilight Slumber Party - A Twilight Guide to The Batman
March 26, 2022 23:30 - 53 minutesBONUS: Before Robert Pattison became the Batman he of course was Edward Cullen in the Twilight Saga. Kate Hudson and Brian Rodriguez host A Twilight Guide to The Batman in the official soft launch of their new podcast Twilight Slumber Party.
291 Fast Getaway (1991)
March 24, 2022 23:50 - 1 hourThe Two Corey's series is swinging back fast and furious as Mike Manzi joins the pod to talk Fast Getaway. This Corey Haim VHS release is filled with stunts worthy of any action film today, which should be no surprise if you're at all familiar with its director. Also starring the badass Cynthia Rothrock, Leo Rossi and Marcia Strassman Fast Getaway is another Corey hidden gem and Mike and Brian will tell you exactly why.
290 Demolition High (1996)
March 18, 2022 15:41 - 1 hourThe year is 1996 and Corey Haim is still somehow playing a teenager. Also Alan Thicke? A high school under siege by domestic terrorists with possession of a nuclear warhead? That's the plot of Demolition High. Think Die Hard but with teens. Mike Manzi stops by the slumber party to explain why this film my actually be awesome.
289 Stand By Me (1986)
March 12, 2022 19:30 - 1 hourThey're back...at least Corey Feldman is as Brian is joined by Mike Manzi on another Two Corey's Adventure. "You guys wanna go see a dead body?" We're talking the #iconic Stand by Me based on a short story by Stephen King and directed by Rob Reiner. This classic coming of age tale staring the Feldog, Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Jerry O'Connell, Kiefer Sutherland and Richard Dreyfuss meant so much to a generation of film watchers but how does the film age today? Have a listen and find out Mike...
288 Banana Split (2018) - High School Slumber Party
March 10, 2022 22:45 - 1 hourIt's a tale of friendship on High School Slumber Party AP as Brian and Aislinn talk 2018's Banana Split. Staring Liana Liberato, Hannah Marks, Dylan Sprouse and Jacob Batalon this film about a blossoming summer friendship and the boy who could ruin is sparks some very personal conversation from the AP hosts. Also; Aislinn let's us know what she thought of 2018's Never Goin' Back and Brian goes abroad to talk 2021's Double Dad.
287 Drop Dead Gorgeous (1999)
March 05, 2022 00:28 - 1 hourIt pageant time on High School Slumber Party and your judges will be slumber party host Brian Rodriguez and special guest Shawnee Mead and they'll be scoring a cult classic from the legendary film year of 1999; Drop Dead Gorgeous. Starring Academy Award nominee Kirsten Dunst, Ellen Barkin, Brittany Murphy, Allison Janney, Denise Richards, Kirstie Alley and Amy Adams this wacky mockumentary about a teen beauty pageant in Minnesota has a lot more heart that you may remember!