Basement of the Bizarre
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I love everything bizarre. Horror and science fiction movies. Comics. Cryptozoology. UFOs. The paranormal. The supernatural. And that's just the beginning!
Science fiction at its best with the 1959 film BATTLE IN OUTER SPACE!
🚀 Ray Guns, Moon Tanks, and Toho Terror: Blasting Off with BATTLE IN OUTER SPACE
Forget your sleek CGI blockbusters! Before the days of digital wizardry, model work ruled the sci-fi screen. Enthusiastic acting and glorious Technicolor also p
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February 1, 2026 at 5:26 PM
Science fiction at its best with the 1959 film BATTLE IN OUTER SPACE!
It's the perfect time of year to watch the 1960 film HORROR HOTEL.
Shadows in Whitewood: Why "Horror Hotel" Remains a Masterclass in Atmospheric Occult Horror
Horror Hotel was released in 1960. It was originally titled The City of the Dead in the UK. The film is a masterclass in atmospheric filmmaking. The movie was p
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February 1, 2026 at 5:25 PM
It's the perfect time of year to watch the 1960 film HORROR HOTEL.
Though it has some shortcomings, 1991's GODZILLA VS. KING GHODORAH is a fun entry in the Heisei Godzilla era.
🦖 Godzilla vs. King Ghidorah: Time Travel, Androids, and the Three-Headed Terror! 💥
The Heisei Era of Godzilla films brought a renewed sense of scale, seriousness, and continuity to the King of the Monsters. The 1991 film Godzilla vs. King Ghid
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January 30, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Though it has some shortcomings, 1991's GODZILLA VS. KING GHODORAH is a fun entry in the Heisei Godzilla era.
Don't miss one of the greatest monster battles of all time, KING KONG VS. GODZILLA, Saturday night on Svengoolie! #Svengoolie #MeTV
This Saturday on Svengoolie (January 24, 2026): KING KONG VS. GODZILLA
It’s time for the ultimate clash of the titans as Svengoolie presents the 1962 kaiju classic King Kong vs. Godzilla on Saturday, January 24! Make sure to tune
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January 23, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Don't miss one of the greatest monster battles of all time, KING KONG VS. GODZILLA, Saturday night on Svengoolie! #Svengoolie #MeTV
Vampire films have been around since the dawn of time. What are some of your favorites? #vampiremovies #dracula #nosferatu #vampires
From Nosferatu to Sinners: The 100-Year Evolution of the Vampire Movie
From the silent, rat-like shadows of Nosferatu (1922), the vampire has shown resilience in cinema. It thrived through the neon-soaked hedonism of the 1980s. Rec
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January 18, 2026 at 1:37 PM
Vampire films have been around since the dawn of time. What are some of your favorites? #vampiremovies #dracula #nosferatu #vampires
Don't miss the House of Svengoolie Saturday night when they host FLIGHT 7500! #svengoolie #houseofsvengoolie #metv
This Saturday on House of Svengoolie (January 17, 2026): FLIGHT 7500
Get ready for a night of high-altitude horror as the Sven Squad takes over the cockpit to host the supernatural thriller 7500 (Flight 7500) on the next installm
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January 16, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Don't miss the House of Svengoolie Saturday night when they host FLIGHT 7500! #svengoolie #houseofsvengoolie #metv
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January 10, 2026 at 3:25 PM
Have you checked out David's Basement of the Bizarre? What are you waiting for? Like and share!
Such a great book to have in your nature library!
The Binocular Revolution: Why Pyle’s Butterfly Handbook is Still the Gold Standard
In the world of natural history, few books have had as profound an impact on how we engage with the small wonders of our environment as The Audubon Society Handbook for Butterfly Watchers by Robert…
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December 20, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Such a great book to have in your nature library!
THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN was an unexpectedly fun film, perfect for the Christmas season! Check it out!
🎄 "There's Something in the Barn": A Riotous, Festive Horror-Comedy Delight!
The Norwegian horror-comedy There's Something in the Barn was released in 2023. It has quickly carved out a niche. It is a uniquely fun and chaotic entry into t
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December 11, 2025 at 1:22 PM
THERE'S SOMETHING IN THE BARN was an unexpectedly fun film, perfect for the Christmas season! Check it out!
The movie IT'S A WONDERFUL KNIFE, released in 2023, is now an annual watch for me in December. It's a feel-good film, a rarity in the horror genre.
'It's a Wonderful Knife': A Slasher with a Heart That Truly Matters
The 2023 horror-comedy, It's a Wonderful Knife, sounds like a simple, clever pun. It presents a holiday slasher remix of the classic It's a Wonderful Life. Howe
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December 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
The movie IT'S A WONDERFUL KNIFE, released in 2023, is now an annual watch for me in December. It's a feel-good film, a rarity in the horror genre.
Jeff Belanger's "The Fright Before Christmas" is a must-read book this holiday season. Check it out!
Unwrapping the Unseen: A Journey into the Haunted Holidays with Jeff Belanger's "The Fright Before Christmas"
The twinkling lights are up, the carols are playing, and a sense of festive cheer fills the air. But for those who delight in the eerie and the unexplained, the
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December 1, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Jeff Belanger's "The Fright Before Christmas" is a must-read book this holiday season. Check it out!
British horror has such a different feel to it, and 1973's THE CREEPING FLESH is no exception. Starring Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, it is worth hunting down and checking out!
Unearthing the Shadows: A Ghastly Retrospective of THE CREEPING FLESH (1973)
THE CREEPING FLESH is a British horror film released in 1973. It was directed by Freddie Francis. The film stars Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee. The film is
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November 30, 2025 at 3:12 PM
British horror has such a different feel to it, and 1973's THE CREEPING FLESH is no exception. Starring Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, it is worth hunting down and checking out!
One of the things I love about Shudder is finding little gems like MONSTER ISLAND. I went into this with no expectations and thoroughly enjoyed it! Check it out!
Shudder's "Monster Island" Delivers Gripping Horror and Unexpected Humanity
Shudder has once again proven its prowess. It delivers unique and thrilling horror experiences. This is evident with its 2025 original film, "Monster Island," a
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November 29, 2025 at 2:34 PM
One of the things I love about Shudder is finding little gems like MONSTER ISLAND. I went into this with no expectations and thoroughly enjoyed it! Check it out!
I have been into UFOs since I was a kid. I have many fond memories of reading newspaper articles and magazines!
Childhood Dreams and Vintage Schemes: My UFO Journey Continues
It's fascinating how many of my childhood interests have remained with me. While some resurfaced after years, many have been constants. Take UFOs, now UAPs –
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November 22, 2025 at 3:12 PM
I have been into UFOs since I was a kid. I have many fond memories of reading newspaper articles and magazines!
Don't miss the vampire-western film CURSE OF THE UNDEAD Saturday night on Svengoolie!
This Saturday on Svengoolie (November 22, 2025): CURSE OF THE UNDEAD
Get ready for a chilling fusion of genres! Your host, Svengoolie, is saddling up for a supernatural Western on MeTV: Curse of the Undead!
Tune in on Saturday
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November 21, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Don't miss the vampire-western film CURSE OF THE UNDEAD Saturday night on Svengoolie!
It's that time of year! Most of the leaves are off the trees, and moth cocoons are making themselves known!
The Thrill of the Hunt: Finding Moth Cocoons in the Wild
For anyone who raises butterflies and moths, having your caterpillars form pupae is a huge undertaking. You spend weeks feeding these hungry mouths, and though you may be doing so in protected envi…
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November 16, 2025 at 5:59 PM
It's that time of year! Most of the leaves are off the trees, and moth cocoons are making themselves known!
THE FRIGHTENERS is such a film that holds up so well, even 29 years later! #thefrighteners #peterjackson #michaeljfox
Beyond the Grave, A Hilarious Haunting: Reappraising Peter Jackson's The Frighteners
In the summer of 1996, a film emerged that defied easy categorization. Grand blockbusters and serious dramas often dominated the cinematic landscape. The Fright
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November 16, 2025 at 2:47 PM
THE FRIGHTENERS is such a film that holds up so well, even 29 years later! #thefrighteners #peterjackson #michaeljfox
2011's THE CABIN IN THE WOODS is an amazing film that still holds up so well today!
Why The Cabin in the Woods Still Reigns as a Meta-Horror Masterpiece
In the annals of horror cinema, few films manage to dissect, celebrate, and redefine the genre with the audacious brilliance of 2011's The Cabin in the Woods. M
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November 1, 2025 at 2:54 PM
2011's THE CABIN IN THE WOODS is an amazing film that still holds up so well today!
October 31, 2025 at 9:32 PM
If you're not listening to the live and commercial-free broadcast at Dead Air Radio for Halloween, you don't know what you're missing!
DeadAir.co - The Sound of Halloween
In the past, I discussed which Halloween music CDs were recommended. Check out my Halloween Boombox series for more details. Now there is a channel that you can
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October 31, 2025 at 7:37 PM
If you're not listening to the live and commercial-free broadcast at Dead Air Radio for Halloween, you don't know what you're missing!
If you're looking for the soundtrack of your Halloween season, then look no further than DeadAir Radio!
DeadAir.co - The Sound of Halloween
In the past, I discussed which Halloween music CDs were recommended. Check out my Halloween Boombox series for more details. Now there is a channel that you can
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October 26, 2025 at 1:14 PM
If you're looking for the soundtrack of your Halloween season, then look no further than DeadAir Radio!
The 1985 made-for-television movie THE MIDNIGHT HOUR is a must-see every October. Check it out!
A Spooktacular Blast from the Past: A Loving Look Back at The Midnight Hour (1985)
The made-for-television movie The Midnight Hour holds a special place in the nostalgic hearts of many who grew up in the 1980s. Released in 1985, this horror-co
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October 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The 1985 made-for-television movie THE MIDNIGHT HOUR is a must-see every October. Check it out!