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The Art Bell ArchiveSeptember 28, 2003: Nanotechnology - Douglas MulhallArt Bell welcomes futurist and author Douglas Mulhall to explore the groundbreaking potential of nanotechnology - and the dangers it may bring. Mulhall explains how microscopic machines could revolutionize medicine, manufacturing, and even environmental cleanup, while also raising urgent ethical and safety concerns.
2025-06-162h 50
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 101 - Man-Size In Marble by Edith Nesbit - A Space Mules Halloween SpecialHost Douglas Arthur Reads for you a classic tale of terror by author Edith Nesbit...her 1887 short story Man-Size in Marble...with a new underscore by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience! Grab your cocoa and set a spell on this windswept Halloween and prepare to have your socks slide off your feet in abject fear!
2024-10-3138 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 100 - The Ken Reid Returns! Talking about the indie comics boom with comedian Ken Reid!Host Douglas Arthur is joined by special guest Ken Reid for his 100th episode to talk about the indie comics boom of the 1980's, including a history that goes back to the underground comics of the 60's and 70's as well as the influence into the 90's! Cerebus, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Concrete, Madman, Evan Dorkin, Stephen Bissette, Rick Veitch, Frank Miller and so much more are discussed in this free-wheeling stream of consciousness run through comics history!
2024-10-181h 21
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 99: The Fabulous Ogle Boys - a conversation about comics with creators Tanner and Travis OgleHost Douglas Arthur is joined by rising indie comics creators Tanner and Travis Ogle to chat about their new comic Lightkeeper, comics, conventions, and inspirations! A fun chat!
2024-10-051h 29
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 98: The Savage Fists of Chris Poggiali!Host Douglas Arthur is joined by author and film historian Chris Poggiali to discuss his latest book, These Fists Break Bricks, in a breezy conversation that touches on many and varied topics from fanzines, origin stories, The University at Buffalo, avant garde cinema, Stan Brackhage, Paul Sharits, Night of the Living Dead, Buster Keaton, Roger Corman, Temple of Schlock, Five Deadly Venoms, The Green Hornet, Grady Hendrix, Bruce Lee, John Saxon, Gene Day, Paul Gulacy, Master of Kung Fu, Richard Dragon, Judo Master, Herschell Gordon Lewis, Russ Meyer, Faster Pussycat, Kill! Kill!...and so much more! Stay for the...
2024-08-232h 15
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 97: The Button Down Comedy of Bob Newhart - A Tribute to One of the Great ComediansHost Douglas Arthur is joined by GOOCH Squader "Jolly" Jeff Hickmott for a discussion of the legacy of Bob Newhart, the comedian and television star who recently passed away at age 94.
2024-07-301h 07
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 96: Who is The 8-Bit Slasher? An interview with writer/publisher Mike SpringHost Douglas Arthur is joined by comics writer and publisher Mike Spring to talk about his new horror/comedy comics project 8-Bit Slasher which hits Kickstarter on February 27! The conversation hits a variety of subjects including Mike's origin story, his writing process, his work as a child actor, voice-over artist, and audiobook narrator, as well as video games, comics and horror films. Fun talk!
Originally published February 24, 2024.
2024-02-251h 07
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 95: Mojo Nixon Has Left The BBQ - Requiem For A HowlerHost Douglas Arthur leads a heartfelt eulogy for rock and roll wild man Mojo Nixon who passed away February 7, 2024 featuring stories and music. Find out why he was a lot more than Elvis is Everywhere. Satirical, political, steeped in the blues and hillbilly music, and maybe just a little bit lewd and crude. Mojo was a true American original. Pour yourself a tumbler and have yourself a gin-guzzlin' frenzy in his honor.
published February 13, 2024
2024-02-1443 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 94 - Kiss Me Deadly with Christy Lemire and Alonso DuraldeHost Douglas Arthur is a guest on Table For One, a film show created by Los Angeles film critics Christy Lemire and Alonso Duralde to discuss the classic Robert Aldritch noir-thriller Kiss Me Deadly based on the Mickey Spillane novel of the same name. Come for the Noir, stay for the discussion about how to get to Calabasas from Wilshire Blvd before the freeway system was built!
Enjoy Christy and Alonso's film show Breakfast All Day on YouTube and wherever you get podcasts!
Published January 31, 2024
2024-02-0133 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 93: Celebrating International Podcaster's Day!Host Douglas Arthur and frequent guest (and GOOCH Squader) Michael Noble hold an impromptu discussion about all those silly made up holidays that seem to only exist as marketing tools or simply strange misguided attempts at humor!
Plus! Michael makes a startling revelation about "Talk Like a Pirate Day!"
and...Stick around for some bonus talk at the end!
A few naughty words in this one, but mostly clean...
Happy New Year folks!
Originally published Deember 31, 2023
2024-01-011h 04
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 92: Christmas Music From The Way Out!Host Douglas Arthur is joined by GOOCH Squad members "Jolly" Jeff Hickmott and "Mr. Agreeable" Michael Noble for a fun, fast-paced discussion of some of our favorite off-beat (and maybe not so off-beat) Christmas songs, including tunes by Esquivel, The Ramones, Greg lake, The Payolas, Wall of Voodoo, Henry Rollins, The Kinks, and many more!
2023-12-271h 56
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 91: Dating in the Big City with Author Melissa BravermanHost Douglas Arthur engages in a fun conversation with author and dating expert Melissa Braverman about her new book, Notes From A Single Gal in the City. They engage in a variety of topics including the writing process, personal journaling, self-publishing, and who should pay on the first date, as well as sharing some personal stories from their own romantic journeys.
Originally published November 6th, 2023.
2023-11-071h 06
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 90: Upper BerthHost Douglas Arthur reads the classic tale of Horror Upper Berth by F. Marion Crawford for the 2023 Space Mules Halloween Special! with new music from Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience! What is the horrible secret lurking in the upper berth of cabin 105? Curl up in a blanket with a mug of hot cocoa and find out!
2023-10-2954 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 89: Warren Onufer - An Interview With A Vampire Writer!Just in time for the Halloween season, host Douglas Arthur is joined by writer Warren Onufer, the author of the Tales of the Vampire Hadley Price series. They talk about vampires, the creative process, and Jack Kirby among other things!
2023-09-251h 00
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 88: Ken Reid Counsels Us On Made-For-TV Horror MoviesHost Douglas Arthur is joined by comedian and TV enthusiast Ken Reid for a wide-ranging discussion on made-for-television horror films of the 70’s and 80’s. Movies discussed include classics like Salem’s Lot, The Night Stalker, Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark, and Trilogy of Terror, as well as lesser known fare like Gargoyles, Satan’s School For Girls, Dark Night of the Scarecrow, and Bad Ronald. special focus is also given to the adaptations of Stephen King as well as John Carpenter’s forays into the realm of the small screen. We even talk about Ken’s band 30 Seconds Over T
2023-09-171h 15
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 87: My Favorite Year(s) with the GOOCH Squad!Host Douglas Arthur is joined by the Gang of Occasional Co-Hosts for a free-range discussion of some of our favorite years in pop culture! Music, movies, books, comics, and more! 1969, 1973, 1979, 1980, and more!
Travel back in time with us and enjoy the journey!
2023-08-312h 06
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 86: Rest in Peace Sinead O'ConnorHost Douglas Arthur pays tribute to the great Sinead O'Connor whose death was announced July 26, 2023, touching on some of his personal favorite songs.
2023-07-2730 minAssault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 85 - Commercial ParodiesHost Douglas Arthur puts together a quick show about commercial parodies that have influenced his own work here on this show including Saturday Night Live, Prairie Home Companion, Weird Al Yankovic, RoboCop and more! Wrapping things up with a complete collection of Space Mules Parody commercials, including a brand new one just in time for the holidays! Westley's Hot Cocoa For Cats, Sled Dog Beer, Texas Chainsaw Crunchies, Planck's Catsup, the Mystery Meatbox, Lester the Corpulent Flesh-Eating Doll...and of course, the usual Eater Eggs, and askance references! Put on the kettle and set a spell!
Originally...
2022-12-1935 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 84: Cool Air & A Ghost Story - Tales Too Terrible To Tell: Halloween 2022Join host Douglas Arthur for the annual Space Mules Halloween special episode as he reads a couple of classic horror tales, A Ghost Story by the inimitable Mark Twain and Cool Air by H.P. Lovecraft! Features a brand new musical score by house band Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience! Listen in a dark room if you dare!
Originally published October 31, 2022.
2022-10-3146 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 83: Werewolf By Night, and other parts of the dayHost Douglas Arthur is joined by 3/4 of the GOOCH Squad for a conversation about the new Disney+ holiday special Werewolf By Night, as well as a discussion of some of our favorite werewolf films, including classics like American Werewolf In London, The Howling, and The Wolfman, as well as modern takes like Dog Soldiers and Ginger Snaps, and schlocky cult classics like I Was A Teenage Werewolf! We talk about the history of the werewolf film, the 1980's resurgence, and, heck, we even manage to squeak in a Teen Wolf 2 reference!
Originally published 10/22/2022
2022-10-221h 51
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 82: Into The Unknown with Jeff HickmottJoin Host Douglas Arthur as he interviews frequent GOOCH Squad member Jeff Hickmott about his new podcast: 5 Questions With... as well as talking about his long-running Mixcloud DJ show Into The Unknown, a safe haven for dangerous music. So much fun it will leave you breathless!
Published July 6, 2022
2022-07-071h 06
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 81: Remembering Veronica Carlson with Bruce G. Hallenbeck and Ed Davis, Jr.Host Douglas Arthur is joined by author, director, and film historian, Bruce G. Hallenbeck and writer Ed Davis, Jr, the host of Insomniac Drive-In, for a conversation about the late actress Veronica Carlson, the star of several Hammer horror films including Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed and Dracula Has Risen From the Grave! They talk about Bruce's friendship with the star and her lasting legacy. Bruce's career as an author, director, and film critic are also discussed. And don't miss out on Bruce discussing his Kindle book release Buck Fever..a story where deer hunting and cannibals collide!
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2022-05-101h 12
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 80: We Like To Score: Part 2: Our Favorite John Williams Scores and more!Part 2 of our conversation about film scores. Host Douglas Arthur is joined by GOOCH Squad regulars Jim "Dr. Dim" Fitzsimons and Jeff "Into The Unknown" Hickmott to discuss the career of inarguably the greatest film composer of all-time; John Williams as well as mentioning some of our favorite compilation soundtracks. I also answer the question about the rift between Alfred Hitchcock and Bernard Herrmann that was part of the discussion in the previous episode. Discussions include: Star Wars, Jaws, Close Encounters, Catch Me If You Can, Quentin Tarantino, Wes Anderson, Saturday Night Fever, American Graffitti, That Thing You Do...
2022-05-0259 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 79: We Love To Score - Our Favorite Film ScoresIn this episode, your host Douglas Arthur, is joined by GOOCH Squaders, Jim Fitzsimons and Jeff Hickmott (with input from Brian Curtis, in abstentia) on a far ranging discussion on our favorite film scores from the history of cinema, ranging from Max Steiner, Bernard Herrmann and John Barry, to Danny Elfman, Daft Punk, and Jerry Goldsmith...and many more! The gang touches on the the differences between a score and a soundtrack, the origins of the modern film score, as well as early electronic work by Wendy Carlos and Dalia Derbyshire! This is part one of a 2-part discussion...
2022-04-101h 45
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 78: MAUS, a discussion about comics and censorshipJoin Host Douglas Arthur, along with guests Jim "Dr. Dim" Fitzsimons and artist and instructor Rick Arthur, as they discuss the Pulitzer Prize-winning graphic novel Maus by Art Spiegelman, and the current controversy surrounding its recent removal from a school district in Tennesee. The discussion touches on some sensitive topics and issues. Some explicit language is used.
2022-02-071h 16
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 77: Barfight! An Interview with Musician and Songwriter Tom McWattersHost Douglas Arthur engages musician, songwriter, and animator Tom McWatters in a track by track discussion of his latest album Barfight! They get into the inspirations and background of each song and wrap it up with a discussion of other projects including the animations he and wife Colleen have done for fellow songwriter Jake LaBotz, and upcoming PSA's for the New York State Department of Health. A double-length episode for maximum fun!
2021-12-241h 55
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 76: Confessions of a Celluloid Jockey: Tales From the Projection Booth: An Interview with Author/Comedian Clark BrooksEverything you wanted to know about movie theater projection booths, and then some! Join host Douglas Arthur as he interviews Tampa Author and Comedian Clark Brooks about his side hustle as a film projectionist. The duo swap stories from long careers as "celluloid jockeys" in a variety of different movie theaters around the country including AMC, General Cinema, Regal, Super Saver, Harkins, and independent cinemas like the Buffalo Drive-in, and the Tampa Theater. A fun and fascinating look behind the scenes of the way things used to be, and the lost art of film projection.
2021-12-171h 23
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 75: Breakfast Cereals of the DAMNED!Host Douglas Arthur convenes the Gang Of Occasional Co-Hosts (aka The G.O.O.C.H. Squad) for a rousing conversation about some of the strangest breakfast cereals of our youth (and some not-so-strange ones that still affected us in abnormal ways...) Cereal discussion includes such oddities as Sir Grapefellow, Crazy Cow, Quisp & Quake, Freakies, and Kream Krunch, as well as waltz down memory lane for the 50th anniversary of the General Mills Monster Cereals...pour one out for the late, lamented Fruit Brute!
Hurry! Before it gets soggy in milk!
2021-12-021h 20
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 74: The Monkey's PawBuckle in as host Douglas Arthur narrates the classic horror tale The Monkey's Paw by W. W. Jacobs for this year's special Halloween episode! Features a new musical soundtrack by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience!
2021-11-0130 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 73: The Contractually Obligated Tenth Anniversary Clip Show!At long last, a new episode greets the eager masses after 10 long months! ...and this time it is an anniversary clip show with a decidedly Space Mules Twist! See if you can identify all the clips!
Host Douglas arthur is joined on this retrospective look back at the last 10 years of the show by the usual Gang Of Occassional Co-Hosts: Michael Noble, Jim Fitzsimons, Brian Curtis, and Jeff Hickmott, as well as brother Rick Arthur, Marissa Rapier, Michael Pilmer of Devo Inc., Weapon Brown's Jason Yungbluth, the twisted minds behind Theater of the Absurd: musician Tom McWatters...
2021-10-3015 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 72: The Lady, or the Tiger & The Discourager of HesitancyJust in time for Christmas, host Douglas Arthur reads to you the classic Frank Stockton tales, The Lady, or the Tiger?, and The Discourager of Hesitancy, featuring a new soundtrack by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience. These classic puzzlers have kept readers and audiences guessing as to their meaning and outcome for almost 140 years and have continued to show up in pop culture in song, stage, film, and animation, including the Simpsons, They Might Be Giants, and Robert Fripp, Toyah Wilcox, and the League of Crafty Guitarists.
Grab some egg nog, put down the wrapping paper and settle in...
2020-12-2343 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 71: A Merry G.O.O.C.H. Squad Christmas: A Look at Some of Our Favorite TV Specials!Host Douglas Arthur is joined by the The full contingent of the G.O.O.C.H. Squad (Jim, Brian, Jeff, and Michael) for a mostly jolly discussion of some of our favorite holiday TV Specials! Among those classics discussed are: How the Grinch Stole Christmas, A Year Without a Santa Claus, A Charlie Brown Christmas, Santa Claus is Coming to Town, and John Denver and the Muppets, as well as special episodes of Moonlighting, He-man and She-Ra, Dr. Who, Seinfeld, Mr. Bean, The Good Life, and Hey, Arnold! And of course, we couldn't forget the infamous Star Wars...
2020-12-021h 57
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 70: The Masque of the Red DeathAfter a long hiatus making his latest book of comic strips, host Douglas Arthur returns to the "podcastiverse" with a frightening new episode just in time for Halloween...a reading of Edgar Allen Poe's classic short story The Masque of the Red Death. With a new musical soundtrack by house band Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience, this is the perfect diversion in a world that demands constant attention.
Released October 19, 2020.
2020-10-1926 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 69: I'm In Quarantine, And I Feel FineHost Douglas Arthur is joined by the Gang Of Occasional Co-Hosts (aka The G.O.O.C.H. Squad) for a rambling roundtable discussion of the pop-culture that has been keeping them busy during the COVID-19 lockdown. Jim trots out his love for the Star Wars Saga and Columbo, while Brian gives us all a lesson behind the curtain of wrasslin'. Jeff discovers Stranger Things and explains Red Dwarf and QI, while Michael manages to keep things together with his thought-provoking questions and discusses Spartacus, The Walking Dead, and the little seen 1980's film, Testament. Doug discusses some of...
2020-04-291h 58
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 68: Stan & Jack & Steve: A Conversation About the Marvel Method with Rick ArthurHost Douglas Arthur is joined by his brother Rick for an extemporaneous conversation about Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and Steve Ditko. What started off as a conversation about the new book Stan Lee: An Amazing Life by Danny Fingeroth, turned into a full-blown breakdown of the Marvel Method of creating comics and how it lead to … Continue reading →
2020-01-121h 15
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 67: Is DIE HARD a Christmas Movie? an interventionHost Douglas Arthur is beset by a visitation from the G.O.O.C.H. Squad during this holiday season as they try to convince him that Die Hard is a Christmas movie? Listen in as the Gang Of Occassional Co-Hosts featuring Micahel Noble, Jim Fitzsimons, Brian Curtis, and Jeff Hickmott race against the clock in a cat and … Continue reading →
2019-12-231h 17
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 66: RoboCop Outtakes & Pee CakesSit back and relax for a bonus holiday treat! Outtakes from episode 64’s RoboCop show! Host Douglas Arthur tries in vain to keep the show on the rails, only to discover there were no rails to begin with! There is a nice discussion here with hints about future episodes! Perfect to listen to while you … Continue reading →
2019-11-2831 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 64: RoboCop Until You DropHost Douglas Arthur is joined by members of the G.O.O.C.H. Squad to discuss the 1987 Paul Verhoeven sci-fi satire, RoboCop. As usual, Michael ruins everything, then gets everybody fired. Published November 28, 2019
2019-11-281h 25
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 65: Edgar Allan POEms: A Space Mules Halloween SpecialThe 2019 Space Mules Halloween Special finds host Douglas Arthur paying tribute to his father by reading a selection of poems by Edgar Allan Poe including Spirits of the Dead, The Haunted Palace, The Sleeper, and The Raven. Original soundtrack composed by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience. Published 10/31/2019
2019-10-3125 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 63: Requiem for a King – A Tribute to my FatherHost Douglas Arthur is joined by his older brother Rick to recount stories and memories of their father who passed away in May 2019. Listen in as they recount the many ways that he guided them on their journey and toward their taste in popular culture…from old-time radio, to comic books and movies, this … Continue reading →
2019-06-171h 25
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 62: An interview with Ed Davis, Jr. of Insomniac Drive-InHost Douglas Arthur is joined by special Guest Ed Davis, Jr. of Insomniac Drive-In for a great discussion about the lost art of drive-in movies and to talk about some of his favorites. The wide-ranging discussion touches on Toho monster movies, Hammer horror films, and the cinematic oeuvre of Russ Meyer as well as … Continue reading →
2019-03-111h 52
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 61: A Space Mule Tribute to Stan LeeHost Douglas Arthur convenes the G.O.O.C.H. Squad for a free-wheeling and heart-felt look at the life and times of fallen comics creator, Stan Lee, who passed away early last week. The gang discuss the legacy and some of the controversy revolving around one of the most influential makers of pop culture of the last 100 … Continue reading →
2018-11-221h 43
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 60: A Peek inside the twisted mind of Jason YungbluthHost Douglas Arthur sits down for an in depth interview with comics creator Jason Yungbluth, the man responsible for the great satirical graphic novel Weapon Brown, as well as the current humor anthology Peek. We talk about his influences, Weapon Brown, Peek, Beepo and Roadkill, Clarissa, Charlie Hebdo and censorship, and his recent tangles with … Continue reading →
2018-11-051h 02
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 59: A Space Mules Halloween Special: People of the DarkHost Douglas Arthur sits down and reads the classic Robert E. Howard 1932 horror yarn, People of the Dark, just in time for Halloween. Notable for being the first precursory appearance of Conan the Barbarian, and for being considered a part of H.P. Lovecraft’s C’Thulhu Mythos, People of the Dark is a noirish mash-up of … Continue reading →
2018-10-2557 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 58: White Water/Black Peak: An Interview with Emily HanbyHost Douglas Arthur interviews designer, illustrator, and graphic Novelist Emily Hanby, whose 2017 graphic novel Black Peak is making the rounds, and her follow-up, White Water is currently being serialized online. We talk about her process, her influences, and Star Trek: Deep Space 9. Along the way we touch on Michael Moorcock, Event Horizon, and … Continue reading →
2018-09-221h 01
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 57: Now It Can Be Told! An interview with Michael Pilmer of Devo, Inc.!Host Douglas Arthur interviews Michael Pilmer, the man behind the meticulous Devo-Obssesso website, and the long-time assistant archivist for Devo. Topics cover his journey to super-fan and then to employee of Devo, Inc. as well as his own projects like industrial band Silica Gel. A big part of the discussion is talking about the new book from publisher Rocket 88, Devo: The Brand/Devo Unmasked, a collection of rare photos and memories from the archives of the band! Continue reading →
2018-08-281h 02
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 56: The First Ever Assault of the 2-Headed Space Mules Colossal Cover Song Quiz!Recorded on June 9th, 2018 and finally making its debut here in August as prophesized, host Douglas Arthur, suffering from an extreme case of microphone lag, and early morning shpelkis, convened the G.O.O.C.H. Squad to play a deadly game of Guess the Cover Song! Sprinkled throughout are tunes to terrible to contemplate, maddening music on … Continue reading →
2018-08-221h 35
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 55: Doug and Jim Babble About The Last Jedi, and other bitsA mini episode featuring some behind the scenes banter that was not originally intended to be broadcast! The setpiece, has host Douglas Arthur chatting with Jim “Dr. Dim” Fitzsimons about The Last Jedi. Jim Also manages to dig in again about his love affair with Jean-Luc Picard, while disparaging the one true Captain: James T. … Continue reading →
2018-06-2233 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 54: The Mating Call of the Forbidden Novelty SongsHost Douglas Arthur gathers up the G.O.O.C.H. Squad once again, this time with special guest Jeff Hickmott, host of the great music podcast, Into The Unknown, to chat on about some of their favorite novelty songs of all time. Some might be familiar, but in typical Space Mules fashion, we touch on some that are … Continue reading →
2018-06-221h 55
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 53: Bonus Mystery Outtake Show #6Host Douglas Arthur rummages through the archives to put together an engaging collection of outtakes from the last few years, touching on all manner of topics ranging from Shin Godzilla, Ken Russell, Twin Peaks, King Crimson, cribs, SnapChat, Jim Steranko, and the acting talent of William Shatner, amongst many others. Featured guests include: Brian Curtis, … Continue reading →
2018-01-271h 01
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 52: A Space Mules Halloween Special: E.F. Benson’s The Bus-ConductorHost Douglas Arthur reads E.F. Benson’s classic 1905 horror tale, The Bus-Conductor, with an all new soundtrack created by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience! Snuggle in and enjoy! Happy Halloween from Assault of the 2-Headed Space Mules! Originally released on October 31, 2017.
2018-01-2728 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 51: Close Encounters at 40, Part 2Join host Douglas Arthur and the GOOCH Squad for part 2 of their discussion of Stephen Spielberg’s 1977 UFO masterpiece, Close Encounters of the Third Kind! Touching on the symbolism, cultural impact, music, and much more! Plus try to guess another spot where I had to edit out Michael’s discussion of Melinda Dillon’s wardrobe and … Continue reading →
2018-01-271h 15
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 50: Close Encounters at 40, Part 1Join host Douglas Arthur as he rounds up the G.O.O.C.H. Squad for a free-wheeling and strangely informative discussion of Stephen Spielberg’s 1977 classic film of discovery and imagination, Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Doug, Brian Curtis, Jim Fitzsimons, and Michael Nobel touch on the symbolism, cultural impact, music, and much more! Plus…try to guess … Continue reading →
2018-01-271h 11
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 49: I Want My Cake: A Tribute to George Romero, Part 2Host Douglas Arthur continues his discussion with G.O.O.C.H. Squad members Jim Fitzsimons, Brian Curtis, and Michael Nobel about the career of filmmaker George A. Romero who passed away in July. A rousing roundtable discussion of some of his best known and lesser known works, including Tales From The Darkside, Monkeyshines, Martin, Creepshow, and more! Originally … Continue reading →
2018-01-2755 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 48: Zombies Ripped My Flesh: A Tribute to George Romero, Part 1Host Douglas Arthur is joined by G.O.O.C.H. Squad members Jim Fitzsimons, Brian Curtis, and Michael Nobel to discuss the great career of filmmaker George Romero, who passed away in July 2017. A full discussion of his films including Martin, Knightriders, The Dark Half, Season of The Witch, and many more are tackled in this rousing … Continue reading →
2018-01-271h 09
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 47: A Beast Among The Civilized: An Interview with Musician Tom McWattersHost Douglas Arthur presents a unique version of the semi-regular feature, The Best Albums You’ve Never Heard, by actually having the artist on hand to interview and go track by track. Local musician Tom McWatters shares his thoughts about his classic under-heard 2010 album A Beast Among The Civilized. Doug is surprised to learn about … Continue reading →
2018-01-271h 05
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 46: A tribute to Bernie WrightsonOriginally released on March 28, 2017, just a short time after master artist Bernie Wrightson passed away from his long battle with cancer. Host Douglas Arthur and regular G.O.O.C.H. Squad (Gang Of Occassional Co-Hosts) members, Brian Curtis, Jim Fitzsimons, and Madcap Michael Nobel convene to discuss the long and glorious legacy of the master illustrator’s … Continue reading →
2017-05-271h 27
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 45: The Gift Of The MagiHost Douglas Arthur reads the classic O. Henry short story The Gift Of The Magi, just in time for Christmas. Curl up with some cocoa and have a listen!
2016-12-2419 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 44: Bonus Mystery Outtake Show #5Host Douglas Arthur wraps up 2016 with a bunch of clips that found their way to the cutting room floor, featuring GOOCH Squad members Michael Noble, Jim Fitzsimons, and Brian Curtis, as well as guests Chris MArtinez, Tom McWatters and Colleen McWatters. Plus a mini-tribute to the late musician Greg Lake.
2016-12-1839 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 43: Have You Ever Been To Elizabethtown? (with guest Steve Spears!)Host Douglas Arthur is joined by special guest Steve Spears of the long-running podcast Stuck In the 80’s to discuss the film work of Cameron Crowe, focussing on the under seen 2005 movie Elizabethtown. For fans of the Stuck in the 80’s show, this episode is like a long extended version of the segment “What … Continue reading →
2016-11-1656 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 42: H.P. Lovecraft’s FROM BEYONDHost Douglas Arthur hunkers down for Halloween by reading H.P. Lovecraft’s 1934 classic horror story FROM BEYOND, while accompanied by a creep inducing new soundtrack by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience!
2016-11-0223 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 41: The Sugar-Blasted Saturday Morning Cartoon Theme Song Countdown!Join host Douglas Arthur as he assembles the G.O.O.C.H. (Gang Of Occassional Co-Hosts) squad once again for a rollicking and fast-paced discussion as we count down some of our favorite cartoon theme songs of all time! From Classics to obscurities we have it all, and if you listen close enough, there are some surprises along … Continue reading →
2016-06-041h 54
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 40: Twenty Questions With Flaming Schwarzkopf ExperienceThe tables are turned on this episode as host Douglas Arthur becomes the guest and is interviewed by Michael Noble about his side project: the one-man-band known only as Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience and his newest release Train Wrecks And Hobo Love Songs, Volume 2 which was released on February 23, 2016. Doug and Michael discuss … Continue reading →
2016-03-091h 50
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 39: Long Live David Bowie, Part 2Part two of our two part discussion of David Bowie’s career folloing his death from cancer on January 10th. Host Douglas Arthur is joined by GOOCH ™ (Gang Of Occasional Co-Hosts)members Jim ” Dr. Dim” Fitzsimons, Brian “Macho Man” Curtis, and Michael “Get Off My Lawn” Noble as they share favorite albums, favorite songs, and … Continue reading →
2016-01-241h 18
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 38: Long Live David Bowie, Part 1Part one of our two part discussion of David Bowie’s career folloing his death from cancer on January 10th. Host Douglas Arthur is joined by GOOCH ™ (Gang Of Occasional Co-Hosts)members Jim ” Dr. Dim” Fitzsimons, Brian “Macho Man” Curtis, and Michael “Get Off My Lawn” Noble as they share favorite albums, favorite songs, and … Continue reading →
2016-01-241h 14
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 37: The Outsider & The Pale ManSettle in for a spell as host Douglas Arthur continues the Halloween season tradition of reading some classic terror tales just for you! This episode contains orations of H. P. Lovecraft’s little known, The Outsider, and the even more mysterious The Pale Man by Julius Long, Both having appeared in the classic pulp magazine Weird … Continue reading →
2015-10-1539 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 36: Theater Of The AbsurdHost Douglas Arthur interviews the trio behind the new animated web series, Theater of the Absurd, a stop motion rumination on the inner workings of a movie theater in a surreal universe. Hijinks ensue. Featuring writers/animators/voice actors: Tom McWaters, Colleen McWaters, and Chris Martinez. (Stick around for an Easter Egg!) Music By Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience … Continue reading →
2015-10-0658 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 35: Urgh! Music Goes To War!Douglas Arthur is joined by guest hosts Michael Noble of Hotchka.com and Jim Fitzsimons of Dimland Radio to discuss the cult classic concert film Urgh! A Music War! which features performances of many of the great punk, post-punk, and new wave bands of the late 70’s and early 1980’s, including Wall Of Voodoo, Devo, The … Continue reading →
2015-09-151h 34
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 34: The Best Albums You’ve Never Heard: Traci Lords’ 1000 FiresJoin host Douglas Arthur for an in-depth look at the 1995 techno-dance album 1000 Fires by former 80’s porn queen Traci Lords. Full of great beats and sonic surprises!
2015-09-1531 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 33: The Little Match GirlReleased at Christmastime 2014, host Douglas Arthur evokes the melancholy spirit of the holidays with a recitation of Hans Christian Andersen’s classic fable, The Little Match Girl.
2015-09-1516 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 32: The sexy secrets of Lair Of the White Worm!Host Douglas Arthur is joined again by Jim Fitzsimons from Dimland Radio for a fun and in-depth discussion of Ken Russell’s little seen 1988 camp-horror masterpiece Lair Of The White Worm.
2015-09-151h 31
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 31: Bonus Mystery Outtake Show #4!Douglas Arthur hosts another fun filled clip show of outtakes, bloopers and tangents from previous episodes featuring Jim Fitzsimons and Michael Noble! What’s in here? Who knows? It’s a mystery!
2015-09-151h 03
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 30: Godzilla vs. the Geeks!Episode 30-Godzilla 2014 Join Host Douglas Arthur and his usual cohorts, Jim Fitzsimons, Michael Nobel, and the internet whisperings of Rick Arthur as they discuss the new 2014 American Godzilla movie directed by Gareth Edwards! A roundtable of geekery if there ever was one!
2015-09-141h 43
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 29: What is your quest? Johnny Quest!Episode 29- What is your quest_ Jonny Quest! Host Douglas Arthur is joined once again by Dimland Radio’s Jim Fitzsimons on a rollicking race through the history of one of TV history’s most courageous and intelligent cartoon series: Johnny Quest! Originally posted in early 2014.
2015-09-141h 39
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 28: Best Albums You’ve Never Heard: Glueleg’s Heroic DosesEpisode 28- Glueleg-Heroic Doses Your host Douglas Arthur takes a look at the 1995 regional underground release, Heroic Doses, by Toronto band Glueleg. Heavy metal with a horn section. Good stuff.
2015-09-1435 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 27: Best Albums You’ve Never Heard: The Residents’ The Commercial AlbumEpisode 27-The Residents Commercial Album Host Douglas Arthur ventures down the rabbit hole of strangeness to take an in depth look at the weird musical canoodlings of the Residents’ 1980 release The Commercial Album!
2015-09-1442 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 26: The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allen PoeEpisode 26 The Tell Tale Heart Released near Halloween 2013, host Douglas Arthur gives a spirited reading of the classic Poe story The Tell Tale Heart! Great for the holiday or anytime!
2015-09-1424 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 25: Antisocial Lawnmower, FantaCon, and YouHost Douglas Arthur talks about his experience at FantaCon 2013 and the release of his new book Antisocial Lawnmower!
2015-09-1429 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 24: A Quick One While He’s Away…Host Douglas Arthur talks about his then upcoming book Antisocial Lawnmower and appearing at FantaCon 2013, and how it predicates him not making new episodes for a few months.
2015-09-1426 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 23: An interview with The UnbelievablesHost Douglas Arthur interviews the members of that merry band of internet pranksters, The Unbelievables! This involved crossing 8 times zones on two continents! Featuring music by Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience!
2015-09-1456 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 22: Best Albums You’ve Never Heard: Crispin Hellion Glover’s The Big ProblemHost Douglas Arthur takes an in-depth look at one of the quirkiest albums of all-time, the 1989 release by actor and writer Crispin Glover: The Big Problem. Featuring music by the infamous Barnes and Barnes (which included Lost In Space’s Bill Mumy!), and the strange vocal stylings of Crispin Glover alternately reciting his writings and … Continue reading →
2015-09-1456 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 20: In Search of…In Search Of…Your host Douglas Arthur is joined by guest Jim Fitzsimons from Dimland Radio for a nostalgic look back at the wildly influential syndicated TV show, In Search Of… which was hosted by Leonard Nimoy and featured mini-documentaries on a variety of paranormal and unexplained phenomenon including Bigfoot, The Loch Ness Monster, UFO’s, and more!
2015-09-141h 27
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 19: ‘Twas the Night Before ChristmasOriginally released on Christmas Eve 2013, your host Douglas Arthur gives a spirited reading of C. Clement Moore’s classic holiday poem!
2015-09-1412 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 18: The Toys That Time Forgot!Your host Douglas Arthur is joined by Marissa Rapier as they discuss life in a big family and the ghosts of toys from Christmases Past! This heartfelt discussion covers everything from Milky, The Marvelous Milking Cow to Alien! The Toy! Originally released near Christmas, but a great listen any time of year!
2015-09-141h 31
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 17: Best Albums You’ve Never Heard! Pajama Slave Dancers: Blood, Sweat, and Beers!Your host Douglas Arthur delves into one of the strangest albums of the 80’s, Western Massachusetts band Pajama Slave Dancers‘ 1987 album Blood, Sweat, and Beers! Chock full of comedy gold, surf rock, country twang, and proto-rock/rap, this one has it all!
2015-09-141h 08
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 15: The Day Before The Night Of the Living DeadHost Douglas Arthur and guest Michael Noble convene once again, this time to discuss the classic zombie horror film from 1968, George Romero’s Night Of The Living Dead!
2015-08-041h 46
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 14: Bonus Mystery Outtake Show #1A fun collection of outtakes from the rambling Devo two-parter. Some tasty tidbits I had to cut for time constraints or Michael just went tangental on me…Featuring host Douglas Arthur and guest Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com.
2015-08-0430 min
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 13: The Truth About Devolution, Part 2Part two of our rousing two part discussion about Devo! Featuring your host Douglas Arthur and guest Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com!
2015-08-041h 29
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 12: The Truth About Devolution Part 1Part one of a two-part episode discussing the history of America’s favorite devolutionary band: DEVO! Host Douglas Arthur is joined by Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com for a rousing romp through the ephemera of the most unlikely rock superstars of the early 80’s to come out of Akron, Ohio! Duty now, spuds!
2015-08-041h 29
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 11: Top Ten Graphic NovelsGuest Brian Curtis, Associate Professor of English at Nashville Community College joins host Douglas Arthur for a freewheeling discussion on their favorite graphic novels! Great for those who might be new to the genre and need guidance or the seasoned comic book fan who might hear about some titles they’ve never known or tried. The … Continue reading →
2015-06-161h 25
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 10: Monty Python and the Holy Grail Get SpankedHost Douglas Arthur and guest Chad Biernacki of The Bupkis Show take a good natured tour through the fertile comic landscape of Monty Python And The Holy Grail. Along the way they even find time to discuss 50 Shades Of Grey, Fawlty Towers, It Came From Schenectady, and properly holding a microphone so to not … Continue reading →
2015-06-161h 01
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 9: The Dark Knight Rises (And Converges)Fresh from the screening room, your host Douglas Arthur and his brother Rick take on the complexities of the final installment of Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises. Many details and plot twists are discussed, so don’t listen to the show until after you’ve seen the movie! Unless, of course, you want … Continue reading →
2015-06-161h 19
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 8: The Devolved History of Island Of Lost SoulsYour host Douglas Arthur flies solo for the first time as he discusses one of his favorite “Holy Grail” films: Island Of Lost Souls (1932) starring Charles Laughton as the titular Dr. Moreau. Along with chatting about the history of this controversial adaptation of H.G. Welles classic story, Doug discusses the impact this film had … Continue reading →
2015-06-141h 26
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 7: Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience-PerfunctusThis episode is a unique look into the creative process as host Douglas Arthur shares a work in progress 60 minute ambient music piece called Perfunctus by his one-man band Flaming Schwarzkopf Experience. If you enjoy the work of Brian Eno and Robert Fripp, you may just get something out of this one…
2015-06-141h 12
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 6: The Strange World Of John Carpenter (with guest Brian Curtis)Episode 6 finds host Doug Arthur chatting about the career and themes of Director John Carpenter with guest Brian Curtis, Assistant professor of English at Nashville State Community College. We talk about his bigger hits like Halloween, but delve into our personal favorites like Big Trouble In Little China, In The Mouth Of Madness, They … Continue reading →
2015-06-141h 24
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 5: Gojira! (with guests Michael Noble and Rick Arthur)This episode marks Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules first cross-continental three-way! Bringing together the talents of host Douglas Arthur, brother Rick from upstate NY and frequent contributor Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com from sunny California! In this one we jabber on about the greatest giant rubber lizrd movie ever made…the original 1954 Japanese version of … Continue reading →
2015-06-141h 59
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 4: The Worst Superhero Movies (with guest Michael Noble)Episode 4_ Worst Superhero Movies (with guest Michael Noble) Jaunty host Douglas Arthur once again engages in conversation with Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com, this time ruminating over some of the worst superhero movies ever made! This is part two of last episode’s discussion about the best superhero movies. Doug and Michael ruminate about what makes … Continue reading →
2015-06-142h 03
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 3: The Best Superhero MoviesEpisode 3_ Top Superhero Movies Episode 3 of Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules. Join host Douglas Arthur and guest host Rick Arthur as they discuss thier favorite superhero movies! From Batman to Spiderman and lots of surprises! This was originally recorded and released in early 2012, so I don’t want to hear from butt-hurt … Continue reading →
2015-02-271h 38
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 2: Kolchak The Night StalkerHere is episode 2 of Assault Of the 2-Headed Space Mules! Originally released back in 2011, it features host Douglas Arthur chatting with his brother Rick Arthur, of TMNT fame, about their favorite show growing up in the mid-70’s: Kolchak, The Night Stalker! Darren McGavin’s show was short-lived but was hugely influential, as it inspired … Continue reading →
2014-10-011h 21
Assault Of The 2-Headed Space Mules!Episode 1: Mad Monster PartyThis is Episode 1 of Assault Of the 2-Headed Space Mules. Originally published in October 2011. Join Host Douglas Arthur and guest Michael Noble of Cliqueclack.com as they discuss the cult classic Rankin/Bass animated feature film Mad Monster Party!
2014-09-181h 22