Rum & Regret Podcast

R&R 150: 31 Screams Later: Our Horror Movie Marathon Survival Recap

The Rum & Regret are back as Andy and special guest Steve Polivka return from the shadows to unpack their October 31 Horror Movies in 31 Days challenge! From bone-chilling classics to “why did we watch this?” duds, they break down the highs, lows, and late-night scares that kept them going all month long. Expect plenty of laughter, questionable movie choices, and the kind of horror-fueled delirium only the Rum & Regret crew can deliver.

R&R 149: Nate’s Nightmare Fuel, Vol. IV – Bone Tomahawk, Talk to Me & Bring Her Back

The annual terror tradition returns! In Nate’s Nightmare Fuel, Vol. IV, Andy, Jo & Steve once again subject poor Nate to a triple dose of cinematic trauma — this time featuring the bone-crunching brutality of Bone Tomahawk, the supernatural possession chaos of Talk to Me, and the unnerving mystery of Bring Her Back. Will Nate survive this year’s horror gauntlet with his sanity intact, or will he finally admit we’ve gone too far? Grab your rum, steel your nerves, and join The Rum & Regret Podcast for screams, laughs, and maybe a few therapy referrals.

R&R 148: Gen V-tober: Blood, Tape & Brains!

This week on The Rum & Regret Podcast, the gang cracks open some spooky spirits and dives headfirst into a triple feature of chaos! We kick things off with a deep cut into Gen V, where superhero academia gets a lot messier (and bloodier) than expected. Then we rewind to a nostalgic nightmare with VHS Halloween, exploring analog scares that still hit harder than streaming jumpscares. Finally, we feast our way through Marvel Zombies—because even Earth’s Mightiest Heroes can’t escape the hunger. Grab your drink of choice and join us for laughs, horror, and the occasional bad pun—because it’s spooky season and the Rum Boys are hungry for content! 🧟‍♂️🎃🥃

R&R 147: Xenomorphs Among Us: Alien: Earth Review

The crew cracks open a bottle and dives headfirst into Alien: Earth, the latest chapter in the iconic sci-fi horror saga. We break down the story, performances, and whether this installment delivers fresh terror or just rehashes old nightmares. Expect sharp takes, laughs, and a few side tangents along the way—because it wouldn’t be Rum & Regret without them.

R&R 146: From Oakland Streets to Outer Space: Freaky, K-Pop & Aliens

This week on the Rum & Regret Podcast we dive into:🎬 Freaky Tales – a wild anthology that doesn’t hold back.🎶 K-Pop Demon Hunters – yes, it’s exactly as insane as it sounds (and we loved it).👽 Alien Earth – the new TV series that asks, what if home was never really ours?
Grab your drink of choice 🍹, hit play ▶️, and join us as we break down the best (and weirdest) of the big screen and small screen this week.
 

R&R 145: ”Finish Him, Hunt Them, Derezzed!”

This week on the Rum & Regret Podcast, we enter full trailer breakdown mode as we dive headfirst into three of the biggest drops from SDCC (or your nerd feed of choice):🔥 Mortal Kombat 2 – We analyze every bone-crunching frame, speculate on the tournament’s stakes, and debate who’s bringing the most fatal energy this time around. (Spoiler: it’s still Sub-Zero.)👾 Predator: Badlands – The galaxy’s deadliest hunter hits the Wild West(?) and we’re here for every dusty, dystopian standoff. Can this be the franchise revival we didn’t know we needed?⚡ Tron: Ares – It’s neon, it’s moody, and Jared Leto is in it. We break down what’s next for the Grid and whether this entry can reboot the reboot. Plus, we share our regrets (as always) and our favorite hype moments from each trailer. 💥 Subscribe, listen, and let the speculation begin!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rum-regret-podcast--5621780/support.

R&R 144: The Summer Watch List

The Rum & Regret Team return after a long break to discuss what we've been watching! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rum-regret-podcast--5621780/support.

R&R 143: ”Taking On” The Last Of Us Season 2

The Rum & Regret team welcomes back our favorite recurring guest, Steve Polivka, for a deep dive into The Last of Us Season 2. As always, Steve brings his A-game—breaking down the major differences between the game and the HBO series, analyzing key story choices, and sharing what he would have done differently. From character arcs to controversial moments, we leave no clicker unturned. Whether you’re a diehard fan of the game, the show, or both, this episode delivers thoughtful takes, strong opinions, and a few laughs along the way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rum-regret-podcast--5621780/support.

R&R 142: Black Mirror Season 7 Review

In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional wreckage and moral complexity of The Last of Us Season 2, Episodes 4 and 5. From the brutal choices facing Ellie and Dina to the haunting new characters that shake up the journey, we break down the pivotal moments, Easter eggs, and what they could mean for the season’s trajectory.Then, we shift gears to Netflix’s Black Mirror Season 7 — a return to form with mind-bending tech terrors and social commentary that hits uncomfortably close to home. We review standout episodes, explore recurring themes, and debate what’s still fresh vs. what might be showing wear.Whether you're a fan of gritty survival or speculative sci-fi, this episode delivers sharp analysis, theories, and plenty of hot takes. 🧟‍♂️⚡️Don’t miss it — the apocalypse never sounded this good.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rum-regret-podcast--5621780/support.

R&R 141: The Last of Us - Season 2 Episode 2 & 3

The Rum & Regret team is back this week talking about HBO's The Last of Us Season 2 - Episodes 2 & 3. We talk about the impact of Episode 2 moving forward with the show & the journey that starts in Episode 3. We are also back with our weekly segments!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/rum-regret-podcast--5621780/support.