No Gods, No Monsters

Episode 57: From Beyond (1986)

The kaiju boys return to the world of H. P. Lovecraft! We discuss the film’s depictions of the mental health system and the pineal gland, its foundation in 17th century philosophy, its incredible practical effects, and why the world beyond our perceived reality is full of super gnarly monsters. 

Episode 56: Godzilla vs Mechagodzilla (1974)

We dive deep into doubles, lying as a fetish, space apes, US military bases abroad and replace Rabbit with a superior podcast host. 

Episode 55: Godzilla vs Megalon (1973)

Toho brings nuclear testing back to the Godzilla series, but this time it’s the movie’s villains who are victims of the atomic experiments. What does this reversal mean? And why do the Seatopians have alien friends and a giant bug weapon? What’s it like to be a remote-controlled robot who suddenly gains consciousness? Tune in to maybe find out!

Episode 54: Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989)

We attempt to untangle the wires of this twisted practical effects gem, which Rabbit argues is a direct adaptation of chapter 15 of Karl Marx’s Capital Volume 1.

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Episode 53: Shin Ultraman (2022): First Impressions

We saw this highly anticipated spiritual follow-up to Shin Godzilla during its short US theatrical release. Tune in for our initial thoughts!

Episode 52: Godzilla vs Gigan (1972)

Solid monster action: check.
Environmental allegory: check.
Space fascists twisting the word “peace” while trying to replace the world’s kaiju with amusement park rides: check.

What doesn’t this movie have?

Ready your balloons and unholster your corn cobs—it’s Gigan time.

Episode 51: Gremlins (1984)

It’s a Christmas movie! We talk about consumerism and the dark side of the holiday, along with how aspects of the film tie into the political landscape of the ‘80s. Who are the Gremlins? What do they represent? What do they say about us?

Episode 50: Godzilla vs Hedorah (1971) ft. Bracken

It’s our 50th episode!! In honor of this milestone we discussed one of the most unique and polarizing Godzilla films of all time. Join us and our guest Bracken as we celebrate this vibrant, sludgy mix of psychedelia and environmentalism.

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Episode 49: Gamera vs Zigra (1971)

It may not be the best environmental kaiju film of 1971, but it has Gamera in it! Join us as we discuss Gamera vs Zigra 

Episode 48: Prince Of Darkness (1987)

A Halloween special! Take a seat around the fire as we talk about this film’s portrayal of gender and sexuality, class dynamics, science and faith, and of course Alice Cooper.