Midnight Viewing

Midnight Viewing

MIDNIGHT VIEWING A Horror Anthology Podcast (and then some) Featuring FATHER MALONE'S WEEKLY ROUNDUP Ripley Jean, the cinephile pug joins this weekly dissection of the latest in streaming both film and television ANTHOLOGY SERIES with The Projection Booth's Mike White Fests Themed series featuring the host of Night Mr Walters & Noise Junkies: HP FATHER MALONE Fathermalone71@gmail.com @midnight_viewing Patreon.com/fathermalone HP Hp.musicplace.bandcamp.com Mike White https://www.projectionboothpodcast.com/ Chris Stachiw WeirdingWayMedia.com

Episodes

Moranis Fest - Streets of Fire (1984)

January 17, 2026 • 49 mins
Welcome to a special episode of Midnight Viewing. This is one of our Patreon only shows where we laser focus on a particular entertainer. This is Moranis Fest and one of his least talked about, least known screen appearances.

Another Time. Another Place. 1984. Quite a year for Rick Moranis. Not only did he star in the mega successful supernatural comedy Ghostbusters, but he also played a dramatic role in the equally successful (arti...
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Father Malone's Weekly Roundup - Starfleet Academy (2025), Dust Bunny (2025)

January 17, 2026 • 25 mins
On this episode of the Weekly Roundup, Father Malone & Ripley Jean take a tricorder to the new Star Trek Series: Starfleet Academy and the new fantasy children's (?) movie Dust Bunny from noted children's filmmaker Bryan Fuller (Hannibal, Carrie (2002)). They also take a look at some news from around the entertaiment world.

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Star Trek Fest - Star Trek VI The Undiscovered Country

January 15, 2026 • 119 mins
It's time for some Hot Pink Blood as the Enterprise crew tries to solve a Starfleet Whodunit and rescue the incarcerated Kirk & Bones before an assassin can prey upon the Federation President.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:51 Production Insights
06:12 Captain Sulu and the Praxis Effect
15:05 Kirk and Spock's Tension
35:30 Dinner Diplomacy and Prejudices
43:03 The Assassination Plot Unfolds
48:19 The Origin of Sabotage5
01:00:48 Kir...
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Father Malone's Weekly Roundup - Legend (1985)

January 11, 2026 • 28 mins
Welcome Back to the Weekly Roundup. This week Father Malone and Ripley dive into the mail bag. Take some books off the shelf and then get lost in the multiple versions of the fantasy epic Legend starring Tom Cruise, Tim Curry and Mia Sara

00:00 Welcome to Father Malone's Weekly Roundup
01:09 Pen Pals from Around the World 
05:33 Book Recommendations
09:07 Ridley Scott's 'Legend
26:19  Star Trek Fest Update

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Hammer House of Horror S01E03 Rude Awakening

January 8, 2026 • 24 mins
On this episode of Midnight Viewing, hosts Father Malone and Mike White delve into episode three of Hammer House of Horror, titled 'Rude Awakening.' Originally aired on September 27, 1980, the episode, written by Gerald Savory and directed by Peter Sasdy, features a twisted narrative of a real estate agent trapped in a series of dream loops that blur with reality.

00:00 Introduction to Midnight Viewing
00:58 Rude Awakening
03:56 Dream...
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Father Malone's Weekly Roundup - I'm Chevy Chase & You're Not (2026)

January 4, 2026 • 18 mins
Join Father Malone and the Littlest Vault Dweller, RipleyJean as they discuss the Fallout series and take a look at the new documentary I'm Chevy Chase & You're Not. 

00:00 Introduction 
02:51 Fallout 
06:19 I'm Chevy Chase & You're Not
18:50 Conclusion 

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Star Trek Fest - Star Trek V The Final Frontier (1989)

December 31, 2025 • 86 mins
In this episode, we dissect the widely criticized Star Trek V: The Final Frontier. We explore its chaotic production under William Shatner's direction, the problematic screenplay, and the narrative inconsistencies that plagued the film. From its unsatisfying climax to faulty scientific explanations and missed opportunities to develop intriguing character backstories.

00:00 Welcome to the Ultimate Star Trek Fest
03:31 The Production S...
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Father Malone's Yearly Roundup - 2025

December 28, 2025 • 25 mins
It's an End of the Year Round Up! But rather than list a bunch of shit we've already talked about, we're dumping all the topics and recommendations that slipped through the cracks.

00:00 Introduction and Yearly Roundup Overview
03:06 Pen Pals from Around the World
07:30 Podcast Recommendations
12:09 Television Recommendations 
16:09 Boardwalk Empire 
23:21 Final Recommendations and Conclusion

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Hammer House of Horror S01E02 The 13th Reunion

December 26, 2025 • 21 mins
In this episode of 'Midnight Viewing: The Horror Anthology Podcast,' hosts Father Malone and Mike White dive into 'Hammer House of Horror' series one, episode two, titled 'The 13th Reunion.' They discuss the legacy of Hammer Horror, the dynamic between Christopher Lee and Peter Cushing, and an episode that revolves around a journalist investigating a dubious weight-loss clinic and uncovering disturbing secrets

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Father Malone's Christmas Roundup - Batman Returns (1992)

December 24, 2025 • 23 mins
In this special Christmas episode, we delve into the festive spirit by exploring the greatest Christmas movie ever made -- Batman Returns. We look at Tim Burton’s unique direction, the evolution of characters like Penguin and Catwoman, and the critical receptions of both fans and executives.

00:00 Welcome to the Christmas Roundup
01:13 The Greatest Christmas Movie Ever Made
04:30 Multiple Returns
09:34 Casting and Production Insights
11...
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Comic Horror Fest - Blade (1998) feat. Paul Waller - A Year in Horror podcast

December 21, 2025 • 53 mins
No Roundup this Holiday Week. Instead please enjoy a patreon exclusive:

Father Malone is joined by Special Guest Paul Waller (A Year in Horror) to examine comic book horror adapations, starting with the 1998 film 'Blade' starring Wesley Snipes -- the beginning of modern Marvel adaptations. 

00:00 Exciting Trailer Breakdown
00:29 Introduction to the Comic Book Horror Fest
02:10 Paul's 1998 Cultural Snapshot 
04:40 Blade's Comic Book Orig...
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Star Trek Fest - Star Trek IV The Voyage Home (1986)

December 18, 2025 • 130 mins
Welcome, Midnight Viewers, back to Trek Fest to discuss Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, celebrated as the most popular film in the Star Trek franchise. The hosts delve into the production and story of the film, discussing Leonard Nimoy's direction and preferences, such as eliminating phasers and villains for a more thoughtful approach. They explore the original screenplay, which included Eddie Murphy, the film's lighter tone, humor,...
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Father Malone's Weekly Roundup - Disney's Dark Age

December 14, 2025 • 24 mins
In this episode of Father Malone's Weekly Roundup, Father Malone navigates through a variety of topics including listener mail, dream interpretations and an examination into Disney's Dark Age from 1970 to 1988. Highlighting lesser-known live-action films produced under Ron Miller's tenure, the episode reviews movies such as 'Midnight Madness,' 'Watcher in the Woods,' and 'Never Cry Wolf.'

00:00 Welcome 
01:01 Pen Pals from Around the...
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Hammer House of Horror S01E01 Witching Time

December 11, 2025 • 28 mins
In this episode of Midnight Viewing: The Horror Anthology podcast, Father Malone, joined by Mike White from the Projection Booth, kicks off a new season with a deep dive into the 1980 series Hammer House of Horror.They discuss the pilot, Witching Time, which involves a witch from the 17th century returning with vengeance on her mind, targeting a mentally fragile composer and his actress wife.

00:00 Welcome to the New Season
01:14 Div...
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Christmas Crossover - Dark Destinations: Bedford Falls

December 7, 2025 • 25 mins
Greetings, Midnight Viewers. Father Malone here. No Roundup this week as Ripley and I are engaged in our holiday rituals. As such, we thought we'd kick off this season of wither with an episode from a show I wrote and produced a few years back. It's a travelogue of infamous fictional towns; in this case, Bedford Falls. Where an angel once granted a wish and things have never been the same.

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Star Trek Fest - Star Trek III The Search for Spock (1984)

December 4, 2025 • 100 mins
Is the numerical coding correct? Are only the even numbered Trek films good? Fuck no. Case in point. Leonard Nimoy takes the reigns as Kirk and Co. steal the Enterprise and set off to rescue the corpse of their friend.

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Father Malone's Weekly Roundup - Stranger Things (Season 5), Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

November 29, 2025 • 35 mins
Father Malone shares his Thanksgiving experiences, including a low-key celebration with his dog Ripley Jean and they both review a lot of Strangeness. It's Stranger Things season 5 and all of Star Trek Strange New Worlds.

00:00 Welcome to the Weekly Roundup
01:16 Thanksgiving Reflections and Polish Cuisine
02:30 Pen Pals from Around the World 
09:16 Stranger Things Season 5 
15:32 Top 10 Signs You're at a Bad Star Trek Convention
16:56 S...
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Tales from the Darkside - The Movie (1990)

November 27, 2025 • 76 mins
'Tales from the Darkside: The Movie'  We've finally reached the Daylight. Our final take on The Darkside: We discuss the film in comparison to other horror anthologies, explore potential sequels, and express admiration for George A. Romero's contributions. We wraps up with reflections on the consistent quality of 'Tales from the Darkside' series and a nod to the pervasive influence of Stephen King's work in the horror genre.

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Star Trek Fest - Star Trek II The Wrath of Khan

November 23, 2025 • 96 mins
Welcome back to Star Trek Fest. This is it. The one we all remember as the best. But is it? You're fucking right, it is. We're digging in to the movie's historical context, special effects, and the screenplay's tight narrative and thematic elements, praising Nicholas Meyer's direction and James Horner's score. 

00:00 Welcome to Star Trek Fest! 
02:43 Star Trek II: Behind the Scenes
04:49 Khan's Chest: Real or Fake?  
07:36 First Impres...
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Tales from the Darkside S04E19&20 (Barter, Basher Malone)

November 20, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode of 'Midnight Viewing: The Horror Anthology Podcast,' we explore the final two episodes of George A. Romero's 'Tales from the Darkside,' Season 4. In fact, the final two episodes of Darkside.

00:00 Introduction
01:11 Barter
03:10 Discussion on Comedy in 'Tales from the Dark Side'
11:17 Basher Malone
19:59 Final Thoughts and What's Next

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