In this solo episode I reflect on my first impressions of horror franchises upon seeing them during their original releases in the decade of the 1980s.

Nat Segaloff returns to chat about his latest book, The Secret Hitchcock. You can purchase Nat's book here... https://www.kentuckypress.com/9781985904705/the-secret-hitchcock/

This week I fly solo and discuss the physical media releases of the month of September 2026.

Returning guest, author and film historian, Ray Morton, stops by to chat about the production of Star Trek IV as it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. You can purchase Ray's updated edition of his book on King Kong here https://raymorton.com/books/king-kong-the-history-of-a-movie-icon-revised-and-updated-edition/

Film and television historian, Rob Ray, stops by to chat about the history of the classic sitcom, I Love Lucy, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary.

Actor Derrel Maury, who had the lead role of David in the 1976 film, Massacre at Central High, stops by to chat about the film and its production on the occasion of its 50th anniversary.

Film blogger and critic, Paige Schector (Sibling Cinema), returns again to Adam's Corner as we discuss the physical media releases of the month of August 2026.

Soundtrack producer, film preservationist and historian, Mike Matessino, returns to the show to discuss several projects of which he was a part. Topics include the Director's Edition of Star Trek: The Motion Picture, coming to theaters in time for Labor Day weekend 2026, and the upcoming 8 CD set release of Stu Phillips's score for Battlestar Galactica. You can read more about Mike and his work here https://mikematessino.com