Chopping It Up

Prime Cuts 18 - Amsterdamned

In this Prime Cuts installment of Chopping It Up, we wade into Dick Maas’s 1988 Dutch cult classic Amsterdamned. Join us as we follow Detective Eric Visser on the trail of a scuba-diving serial killer terrorizing Amsterdam’s canals. From outrageous chase scenes and giallo vibes to Members Only jackets, killer stunts, and a banger of a theme song, we dive deep into one of the most stylishly bonkers action-horror hybrids of the ’80s.
Outro Music: Loïs Lane - Amsterdamned 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SKXeLnjvUNY

Prime Cuts 17 - Humanoids from the Deep

In this episode of Prime Cuts, the crew dives into Roger Corman’s 1980 cult oddity Humanoids from the Deep. From fish-monster mayhem and behind-the-scenes studio meddling to ventriloquist seductions, exploding boats, and themes of exploitation, we unpack the messy legacy of this notorious creature feature. Part film history, part irreverent commentary—this one’s equal parts laughs and disbelief.
 

Prime Cuts 16 - Slugs

In this Prime Cuts marathon kickoff, the crew dives into Juan Piquer Simón’s Slugs (1988)—a schlocky eco-horror gem where toxic-waste-mutated slugs terrorize a small town. From wooden acting and bizarre subplots to surprisingly gnarly practical effects (yes, exploding heads and slug salad), the team slices through the absurdity, environmental themes, and unintentional comedy that make this cult classic so watchable.

Prime Cuts 15 - Revival

In this Prime Cuts mini-episode, we dig into the premiere of Revival, Peacock’s new supernatural horror series adapted from the Tim Seeley/Mike Norton comic. Set in small-town Wisconsin, the story follows Deputy Dana Cypress as she grapples with townsfolk mysteriously dying and returning as “revivers.” The hosts weigh in on the familiar cop-show tropes, Dana’s uneven likability, and the more compelling arc of her troubled sister Em—whose shocking reveal as a reviver adds real intrigue.

Episode 25 - The Hills Have Eyes (1977) and The Hills Have Eyes (2006)

In this episode of Chopping It Up, the crew heads into the desert to tackle Wes Craven’s 1977 The Hills Have Eyes and Alexandre Aja’s 2006 remake. They swap meat cleaver ratings, with most agreeing the gritty, low-budget original nails its social commentary and unsettling atmosphere, while the remake delivers competent gore but misses the nuance. Discussion ranges from themes of American exceptionalism, patriarchy, and the blurring line between “civilized” and “savage,” to behind-the-scenes trivia like Michael Berryman’s unique casting and the production move from Nevada to Morocco. As always, cast deep dives, side-quips, and pop culture tangents keep the conversation lively, but the consensus is clear: Craven’s original still has the sharper bite.

Episode 24 - Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer

In this episode of Chopping It Up, the boys go fully unsupervised and dive deep into the 90s slasher boom by pairing up Scream (1996) with I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). They dissect the origins of meta-horror, trade meat cleaver ratings, bicker about runtime and sweaters in July, and spiral into an unexpected Maryland blue crab tangent. With no oversight and plenty of hot takes, it's a nostalgic, chaotic romp through teen horror and the era that birthed it.
 
Featuring Type O Negative's cover of Summer Breeze on outro.

Prime Cuts 14 - Tales from the Hood

This week, we’re slicing into Tales from the Hood, a cult classic where social commentary meets supernatural terror. From killer dolls to corrupt cops, this horror anthology delivers sharp scares and sharper truths. Join us as we unpack the eerie elegance of Mr. Simms’ funeral home, discuss the film’s unforgettable segments, and honor how this ’90s gem used horror to hold up a mirror to real-world horrors. Come for the chills, stay for the message—and maybe leave with a little fear of your own karma.
Outro music: Spice 1 - Born to Die

Episode 23 - Piranha and Jaws

Summer is officially here—and that means it's time to kick off pool season with two aquatic horror heavyweights: Jaws and Piranha. In this supersized episode, we wade into the deep waters of Spielberg’s blockbuster classic and Joe Dante’s schlocky, subversive B-movie to ask: What really lurks beneath the surface?
From the birth of the summer blockbuster to genre-blending brilliance, we break down what makes these films endure—yes, even Piranha. We tackle legacy, trauma, salty fishermen, scream queens, and why masculinity always seems to need a boat. You'll hear our takes on the iconic Shaw/Dreyfuss dynamic, behind-the-scenes trivia, cold-water resistance, and... the swimming pig at Aquarena Springs. (Yes, that’s real.)
Grab your sunscreen and dive in—we’re celebrating beach season the only way we know how: with blood, guts, and some killer monologues.
 
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Episode 22 - Aliens and Predator

This week, we’re strapping on our pulse rifles and heat vision as we dive into two of sci-fi horror’s most iconic franchises: Aliens (1986) and Predator (1987). We break down what makes Ripley and Dutch the ultimate survivors, compare Xenomorph terror to Predator stealth, and ask the ultimate question—who’s the real apex hunter? It’s acid blood vs. thermal vision in a showdown for the ages.
 

Prime Cuts 13 - The Wicker Man

This week on Prime Cuts, we take a trip to Summerisle for a deep dive into the sun-drenched dread of The Wicker Man (1973). From rigid righteousness to ritual sacrifice, we explore how Sergeant Howie’s doomed investigation unfolds amidst maypoles, masks, and eerily cheerful folk songs. We’re talking pagan pageantry, sexual tension in graveyards, and yes—corn rigs and barley rigs aplenty. It’s a slow burn that ends in flames, and we’re here for every chilling second of it.