We dive deep into the classic thriller *Wait Until Dark* this week, exploring its intense cat-and-mouse game and the brilliant performance by Audrey Hepburn. We also chat with filmmaker Meredith Berg (@merebergvin), who's got some exciting projects in the works, including her new film *Stay*. You know we love movies that keep us on the edge of our seats, and this one definitely fits the bill. We’ll also sprinkle in some witty banter and hot takes on the flick’s standout moments. So grab your popcorn, kick back, and let’s get into it!Check out Anomaly on Social Media!www.anomalyfilmfest.comInstagram: @anomalyfilmfestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/Join us for the Anomaly Film Festival every November in Downtown Rochester, NY!Mentioned in this episode:Pauly Guglielmo ShowPauly Guglielmo is a former radio guy turned food business entrepreneur. While running a manufacturing facility is his day job, he likes to dust off his broadcasting skills once a week on this podcast and talk to entrepreneurs and other influencers. https://pauly-guglielmo-show.captivate.fm/Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.comConnections with Evan DawsonConnections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts connectionsCommon ThreadCheck out Common Thread on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/common-threads-hardcore/

We're diving into the spooky vibes of "Viy," the OG Soviet horror flick, with our buddy Gavin Mevius from the Mixed Reviews and Q Division pods. This movie’s got all the supernatural shenanigans you'd expect, plus some twists that'll leave your jaw on the floor. Seriously, it’s a wild ride through folklore and terrifying visuals that totally redefine what horror can be. We chat about how it mixes classic fairy tales with a touch of cheeky humor and some serious visual flair. So grab your popcorn and settle in, 'cause this convo is about to get wicked deep—like, three nights in a haunted chapel deep!Companies mentioned in this episode:Anomaly Film FestivalMixed ReviewsQ DivisionCloudy House PicturesOne Night CherubLinks referenced in this episode:anomalyfilmfest.comCheck out Anomaly on Social Media!www.anomalyfilmfest.comInstagram: @anomalyfilmfestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/Join us for the Anomaly Film Festival every November in Downtown Rochester, NY!Mentioned in this episode:It’s A LotCheck out It’s A Lot on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/itsalot/ lunchador.orgJoe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.comConnections with Evan DawsonConnections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts connectionsCommon ThreadCheck out Common Thread on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/common-threads-hardcore/

We're kicking off 2026 with a bang and diving into the classic slasher flick, "My Bloody Valentine." This film is a wild ride through a mining town where love and terror collide—literally! As we gear up for the Anomaly Film Festival happening from November 11th to 15th in beautiful Rochester, New York, we're hyped to discuss the movie's gory charm and its memorable characters. We’ll chat about the love triangle drama and the town's unfortunate history that led to a killer returning on Valentine’s Day. So grab your popcorn, and let’s dig into the blood-soaked fun of this Canadian classic!Check out Anomaly on Social Media!www.anomalyfilmfest.comInstagram: @anomalyfilmfestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/Join us for the Anomaly Film Festival November 11-15 in Downtown Rochester, NY!Mentioned in this episode:Connections with Evan DawsonConnections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts connectionsJoe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.comCommon ThreadCheck out Common Thread on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/common-threads-hardcore/ Dialed In: A Coffee PodcastGet Dialed In to the world of coffee with Aaron and Wade! Tastings, coffee news and opinion and more! https://dialedincoffee.captivate.fm

We're diving into the magical world of "Willow," and let me tell ya, it's a wild ride! This flick's got all the classic fantasy vibes—think epic quests, a reluctant hero, and some seriously questionable character choices. We’re breaking down how this movie kinda feels like a training wheels version of a fantasy epic, perfect for kids but maybe a bit too light for grown-ups. We’re also spilling some tea on the Anomaly Film Festival happening in November, where you can catch flicks that actually bring the drama. So grab your snacks, kick back, and let’s see if "Willow" holds up to the nostalgia or just flops like a bad spell!Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

We’re diving deep into the Anomaly Film Festival wrap-up, and let me tell ya, it was a wild ride! We’re chatting about all the highlights from this year’s festival, which just wrapped up last week. The energy was electric with new films, fresh faces, and those unforgettable moments that make you go, “What the heck just happened?” We’ve got some amazing guests chiming in, sharing their fave flicks and the experiences that made this year totally epic. So, grab your popcorn, kick back, and let’s relive the magic before we crash into hibernation mode for a bit!Check out Anomaly on Social Media!www.anomalyfilmfest.comTwitter: @anomalyfilmfestInstagram: @anomalyfilmfestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/Join us for the Anomaly Film Festival November 6-10, 2024 at the Little Theatre in Rochester NY!Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.comPauly Guglielmo ShowPauly Guglielmo is a former radio guy turned food business entrepreneur. While running a manufacturing facility is his day job, he likes to dust off his broadcasting skills once a week on this podcast and talk to entrepreneurs and other influencers. https://pauly-guglielmo-show.captivate.fm/Punches & PopcornThe masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films. https://punches-and-popcorn.captivate.fm/

We're diving into the Anomaly Film Festival preview, where we spill the tea on all the cool flicks coming your way from November 5th to 9th! The festival promises a wild ride with films that are as unique as they are entertaining. Expect to hear about everything from spooky shorts to full-length features that'll have you laughing, crying, and questioning your life choices. We’re super stoked to have our buddy Adam back, who’s basically the wizard behind the curtain, finding all the gems for this year’s lineup. So, grab your popcorn and get ready to hear about the must-see films that'll make your heart race and your brain buzz!Check out Anomaly on Social Media!www.anomalyfilmfest.comTwitter: @anomalyfilmfestInstagram: @anomalyfilmfestFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/Join us for the Anomaly Film Festival November 5-9, 2025 at the Little Theatre in Rochester NY!Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.comMind of MagnusCheck out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fmPauly Guglielmo ShowPauly Guglielmo is a former radio guy turned food business entrepreneur. While running a manufacturing facility is his day job, he likes to dust off his broadcasting skills once a week on this podcast and talk to entrepreneurs and other influencers. https://pauly-guglielmo-show.captivate.fm/

Recorded LIVE in front of an audience during The 2025 Rochester Fringe Festival, Pauly joins a panel of fellow Lunchador podcasts Matt Austin & Chris Lindstrom (Lunchador Founders), Emily Hessney-Lynch (It's A Lot), and Mike Huntone (Punches & Popcorn) for a fun-filled hour of ranking banter.Mentioned in this episode:Punches & PopcornThe masters of Couch Potato style Mike Huntone, Jason Bills, and Dr. Dominic D’Amore take a deep dive into the best and worst of martial arts films.Food About TownFood About Town hosted by Chris Lindstrom, focusing on restaurants, food and drink of all kinds, and whatever topics I want to cover! https://foodabouttown.captivate.fm/Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone.Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

This episode is part of the Lunchador partnership with the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival (@rochesterfringe) to preview events you might not know about!Check the episode out on Just Can't Not or Lunchador.org!https://just-cant-not.captivate.fm/episode/rochester-fringe-preview-widowGuest: Widow - How do you mourn the love of a lifetime lost? And is it possible to share the experience while caught in grief's riptide? Cup-A-Jo Productions founder and artistic director Joanna Lowe stands on the epicenter of heartbreak in this deeply personal, autobiographical one-woman show. Through an absorbing and thoughtful mix of theatre, storytelling, and poetry, she reflects on love, loss…and what comes after.Venue: Memorial Art Gallery: Bausch & Lomb ParlorTime: 9/12 @ 4pm, 9/13 @ 4pmShow Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/widowCheck out RochesterFringe.com for all the events and get the app to able to find events on the fly when you visit.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

This episode is part of the Lunchador partnership with the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival (@rochesterfringe) to preview events you might not know about!Check the episode out on Just Can't Not or Lunchador.org https://just-cant-not.captivate.fm/episode/rochester-fringe-preview-nerds-in-a-basementGuest: Nerds in a BasementDnD meets improv where a dungeon master guides improvisors through a one of a kind adventure. The world is brought to life on stage before your eyes, completely unscripted. The audience helps build a character's quest and setting. With unique and memorable non-player characters, creatures, and live skill checks, this interactive show is a must for audience members of all nerdy backgrounds.Venue: Focus TheaterTime: 9/11 @ 7pm, 9/20 @ 7pmShow Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/nerds-in-a-basementCheck out RochesterFringe.com for all the events and get the app to able to find events on the fly when you visit.Mentioned in this episode:Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

This episode is part of the Lunchador partnership with the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival (@rochesterfringe) to preview events you might not know about!Guest: Obsessive Comedy Disorder - Kevin is one of five kids, a veteran, and has OCD. Join the battle inside his brain: a silly life, a crazy family, and the truth of a misunderstood disorder. This show resonates with anyone anxious or obsessive and those suffering in silence. Audiences call it "a masterful balance of humor and vulnerability" that they "can't stop talking about."Venue: Photo City Music Hall: Photo City Music Hall - Front StageTime: 9/13 @ 12:30pm, 9/13 @ 2pmShow Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/obsessive-comedy-disorderCheck out RochesterFringe.com for all the events and get the app to able to find events on the fly when you visit.Mentioned in this episode:Mind of MagnusCheck out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fmCheck out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com