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.com

Instagram: @anomalyfilmfest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/

Mentioned in this episode:

Pauly Guglielmo Show

Pauly 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 Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Connections with Evan Dawson

Connections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts

connections

Common Thread

Check 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:

1. Anomaly Film Festival
2. Mixed Reviews
3. Q Division
4. Cloudy House Pictures
5. One Night Cherub

Links referenced in this episode:

1. anomalyfilmfest.com

Check out Anomaly on Social Media!

www.anomalyfilmfest.com

Instagram: @anomalyfilmfest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/

Mentioned in this episode:

It’s A Lot

Check out It’s A Lot on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/itsalot/

lunchador.org

Joe Bean Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Connections with Evan Dawson

Connections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts

connections

Common Thread

Check 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.com

Instagram: @anomalyfilmfest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/

Mentioned in this episode:

Connections with Evan Dawson

Connections with Evan Dawson - Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts

connections

Joe Bean Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Common Thread

Check out Common Thread on Lunchador! https://feeds.captivate.fm/common-threads-hardcore/

Dialed In: A Coffee Podcast

Get 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 Roasters

Joe 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.com

Twitter: @anomalyfilmfest

Instagram: @anomalyfilmfest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Pauly Guglielmo Show

Pauly 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 & Popcorn

The 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.com

Twitter: @anomalyfilmfest

Instagram: @anomalyfilmfest

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnomalyFilmFest/

Mentioned in this episode:

Joe Bean Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Mind of Magnus

Check out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fm

Pauly Guglielmo Show

Pauly 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 & Popcorn

The 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 Town

Food 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-widow

Guest: 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 Parlor

Time: 9/12 @ 4pm, 9/13 @ 4pm

Show Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/widow

Check 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 Roasters

Joe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com