Tapeworm: Exploring Obscure Films

In this episode of Tapeworm Podcast, we discuss The Toxic Avenger (1984), a cult horror-comedy from Troma Entertainment.

We highlight key moments from the film, share our reactions, and explore its low-budget style, lasting appeal, and place in cult movie history.

What We Cover

Standout moments from The Toxic Avenger (1984)First-time reactions and opinionsTroma’s low-budget styleWhy the film became a cult classic

In this Tapeworm Podcast catch-up mini episode, DJ and Raz check in on what they've been watching, playing, and obsessing over this week.

DJ finally dives back into Twin Peaks, David Lynch’s legendary surreal mystery series, and quickly becomes obsessed enough to ditch streaming and buy the entire Blu-ray box set just to avoid ads and see the restored transfer. From FBI agents chasing supernatural leads to the increasingly weird tone of the show, the conversation breaks down why Twin Peaks still holds up decades later.

Meanwhile, Raz has fallen back into the rabbit ho...

This week on Tapeworm Podcast, Razsal and DJ descend thousands of feet below the ocean to talk about the obscures film Sphere (1998) the strange sci-fi thriller based on the novel by Michael Crichton, the same author behind Jurassic Park.

The movie follows a team of scientists played by Dustin Hoffman, Samuel L. Jackson, Sharon Stone, and Liev Schreiber who are sent to investigate a mysterious spacecraft discovered on the ocean floor. Inside the wreckage they find a massive golden alien sphere… and things immediately start getting weird.

In this episode the guys break down the mo...

In the first Tapeworm Podcast Catchups minisode, DJ and Razsal sit down for a casual conversation about where the show has been and what’s coming next. These Catchups episodes are short bonus episodes where the hosts hang out, talk about what they’ve been watching and listening to, and reconnect with listeners between the main bad-movie reviews.

DJ explains why the podcast disappeared after the Casper episode and how chasing analytics and growth started taking the fun out of the show. The hosts talk about rediscovering why they started the podcast in the first place and what...

This week on the Tapeworm Podcast, Razsal and DJ float back to 1995 to revisit Casper—the first movie to feature a fully CGI lead character and a surprising dose of emotional depth. Dive in as we explore how Casper’s new backstory transformed a classic cartoon ghost into a symbol of loneliness and friendship, all while breaking ground with cutting-edge CGI. We’ll unpack why Christina Ricci later admitted she hated her performance (and why we think she’s wrong), share wild fan theories, and reveal behind-the-scenes trivia—including that unforgettable Dan Aykroyd Ghostbusters cameo. Whether you’re a fan of ‘90s...

This week, we plunge into the wild, dark comedy that is Monkeybone (2001), a cult favorite blending stop-motion animation and live action in the most unexpected ways. Join us as we break down the film's surreal visuals, unforgettable character designs, and the unique mix of animation and reality that makes Monkeybone so bizarre and memorable. Whether you're a fan of stop-motion animation, love offbeat dark comedies, or just want to understand what makes this live action fever dream so unforgettable, this episode is for you!

Swing into a world of 90s nostalgia as Razsal and DJ revisit the wild and hilarious ride that is 1997's "George of the Jungle." This episode dives deep into the film’s unexpected adult humor and surprisingly progressive themes, all led by Brendan Fraser’s unforgettable performance (and abs!). Is "George of the Jungle" just a slapstick kids’ movie, or does its clever wit and gender role reversals make it a cheeky adult comedy ahead of its time? Discover why this cult classic still resonates—whether you’re craving a laugh or a fresh perspective on 90s cinema. Ready to relive...

Remember when movies were fun, dangerous, and occasionally gave you nightmares about beetles crawling under your skin? We do. And this week, we’re cracking open the sarcophagus on The Mummy (1999) a movie that asked, “What if Indiana Jones was hornier and more willing to fistfight the undead?”

DJ and Raz dive headfirst into a world where:

Brendan Fraser’s hair has more volume than the Library of Alexandria.Rachel Weisz single-handedly increases global interest in Egyptology by 3000%.Imhotep spends the whole film being way too dramatic about his ex.Sandstorms have faces now, and apparently, that’s f...

Hey there, movie fiends! Welcome to Tapeworm: A Movie Podcast, where the reels keep spinning—and the tapeworm keeps wiggling.

In this trailer episode, DJ teases what’s in store:

🍿 Cult classics, cheesy horrors, wild comedies, and the VHS tapes your parents claimed were “age appropriate” (but definitely weren’t) 🧠 Scene-by-scene breakdowns and hilarious trivia that’ll jog your memory—or make you question your entire existence 🔪 Big movie questions like:

Why is the killer wearing a mascot suit? How many gallons of fake blood is too many? Was that entire movie just a metaphor for puberty...