Midnight Mass
@midnightmasspod.bsky.social
Join cult leader Peaches Christ & filmmaker Michael Varrati for some hilarious and hardcore audio worship of their favorite cult movies!
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Don't fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Nancy, Freddy, queer resonance, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
Can't wait for more? Michael and special guests @brendohales.bsky.social and @ianxcarlos.bsky.social just released a Patreon-exclusive Mini-Mass digging into the wonder that is 1992's THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL! Michael Caine, Miss Piggy, & more! Subscribe and listen! www.patreon.com/posts/mini-m...
December 14, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Can't wait for more? Michael and special guests @brendohales.bsky.social and @ianxcarlos.bsky.social just released a Patreon-exclusive Mini-Mass digging into the wonder that is 1992's THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL! Michael Caine, Miss Piggy, & more! Subscribe and listen! www.patreon.com/posts/mini-m...
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On a long road trip rn and just finished this episode. Everyone articulated so well how this movie (and its subsequent sequels) embedded itself into our DNA as Gen Xers in a huge way. Like @peacheschrist.com I was 10 when it came out, 11 when I saw it on VHS, and it chemically altered me. Blame Fred
Don't fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Nancy, Freddy, queer resonance, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
December 11, 2025 at 10:52 PM
On a long road trip rn and just finished this episode. Everyone articulated so well how this movie (and its subsequent sequels) embedded itself into our DNA as Gen Xers in a huge way. Like @peacheschrist.com I was 10 when it came out, 11 when I saw it on VHS, and it chemically altered me. Blame Fred
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Loved the most recent episode! @peacheschrist.com & @michaelvarrati.bsky.social have such love and reverence for this essential piece of horror! Having just had a version of Freddy tattooed on me last week!
December 12, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Loved the most recent episode! @peacheschrist.com & @michaelvarrati.bsky.social have such love and reverence for this essential piece of horror! Having just had a version of Freddy tattooed on me last week!
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With news of a BAYWATCH reboot officially on the way, I took to @fangoria.bsky.social to reflect on the show's spin-off into horror...and how it would be cool if the new iteration embraced the supernatural.
With a BAYWATCH reboot on the horizon, we got to thinking about the sea monsters, vampires, werewolves, and mermaids from the wonderfully unhinged second (and last) season of BAYWATCH NIGHTS.
How A BAYWATCH Spinoff Turned David Hasselhoff Into A Monster Fighter
With a BAYWATCH reboot on the horizon, we got to thinking about the sea monsters, vampires, werewolves, and mermaids from the wonderfully unhinged second (and last) season of BAYWATCH NIGHTS.
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December 10, 2025 at 10:13 PM
With news of a BAYWATCH reboot officially on the way, I took to @fangoria.bsky.social to reflect on the show's spin-off into horror...and how it would be cool if the new iteration embraced the supernatural.
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Oh hai! I’m gonna be recording a LIVE podcast situation about all things ROCKY HORROR w/ @theterigamble.bsky.social and @michaelvarrati.bsky.social this Saturday in North Hollywood! Fun!
Details at the link - FREE but a good idea to reserve a spot 🖤
m.bpt.me/event/6745132
Details at the link - FREE but a good idea to reserve a spot 🖤
m.bpt.me/event/6745132
December 10, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Oh hai! I’m gonna be recording a LIVE podcast situation about all things ROCKY HORROR w/ @theterigamble.bsky.social and @michaelvarrati.bsky.social this Saturday in North Hollywood! Fun!
Details at the link - FREE but a good idea to reserve a spot 🖤
m.bpt.me/event/6745132
Details at the link - FREE but a good idea to reserve a spot 🖤
m.bpt.me/event/6745132
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I always love chatting horror with my ghoulfriends @peacheschrist.com and @michaelvarrati.bsky.social on my favorite podcast! Midnight Mass!!!!
Don't fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Nancy, Freddy, queer resonance, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
I always love chatting horror with my ghoulfriends @peacheschrist.com and @michaelvarrati.bsky.social on my favorite podcast! Midnight Mass!!!!
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Sleep kills! On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! We're joined by iconic director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Freddy, final girl power, queer resonance, & more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
December 10, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Sleep kills! On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! We're joined by iconic director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Freddy, final girl power, queer resonance, & more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
Don't fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Nancy, Freddy, queer resonance, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
December 10, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Don't fall asleep! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET! Joining the conversation is legendary director of JAWBREAKER @darrenstein.bsky.social to talk Nancy, Freddy, queer resonance, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
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I was honored to be interviewed alongside comrade-in-Christmas Steven R. Monroe for this article by Jim Hemphill for @indiewire.com all about horror filmmakers who also make holiday movies...and the commonality between the two seemingly disparate genres! Read!
www.indiewire.com/features/int...
www.indiewire.com/features/int...
The Director of Your Favorite Slasher May Also Be Behind Your Favorite Hallmark Holiday Rom-Com
Steven R. Monroe ("I Spit On Your Grave") and Michael Verrati ("A Halloween Trick") talk about moonlighting as Hallmark Christmas rom-com directors.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:46 PM
I was honored to be interviewed alongside comrade-in-Christmas Steven R. Monroe for this article by Jim Hemphill for @indiewire.com all about horror filmmakers who also make holiday movies...and the commonality between the two seemingly disparate genres! Read!
www.indiewire.com/features/int...
www.indiewire.com/features/int...
Get ready! At midnight, we're releasing an all-new episode...and you're going to want to get a good night's sleep first.
December 9, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Get ready! At midnight, we're releasing an all-new episode...and you're going to want to get a good night's sleep first.
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In response to the unearned hate being flung at Matthew Lillard, I want to present episode 100 from the @midnightmasspod.bsky.social where he cries talking about how his work on SLC Punks inspires kids to feel seen. Shout out to the irreplaceable @peacheschrist.com
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Peaches Christ – Filmmaker. Cult Leader. Icon.
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December 8, 2025 at 10:34 PM
In response to the unearned hate being flung at Matthew Lillard, I want to present episode 100 from the @midnightmasspod.bsky.social where he cries talking about how his work on SLC Punks inspires kids to feel seen. Shout out to the irreplaceable @peacheschrist.com
peacheschrist.com/midnight-mass/
peacheschrist.com/midnight-mass/
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Today marks the 80th anniversary of the release of HOUSE OF DRACULA, which not only brought together many of Universal's monsters, but also served as the last serious entry for several storylines of characters in this timeline. A late-night staple and trailblazing piece of "event viewing" horror!
December 7, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Today marks the 80th anniversary of the release of HOUSE OF DRACULA, which not only brought together many of Universal's monsters, but also served as the last serious entry for several storylines of characters in this timeline. A late-night staple and trailblazing piece of "event viewing" horror!
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Your belief was strong, but you needed proof
You saw the reindeer on the roof
The glowing red nose in the moonlight overthrew you.
She left you there upon the shelf,
A broken and despairing elf,
A jingle-less bell ringing hallelujah...
You saw the reindeer on the roof
The glowing red nose in the moonlight overthrew you.
She left you there upon the shelf,
A broken and despairing elf,
A jingle-less bell ringing hallelujah...
Guys, 'Hallelujah' is not a Christmas song.
December 5, 2025 at 12:28 AM
Your belief was strong, but you needed proof
You saw the reindeer on the roof
The glowing red nose in the moonlight overthrew you.
She left you there upon the shelf,
A broken and despairing elf,
A jingle-less bell ringing hallelujah...
You saw the reindeer on the roof
The glowing red nose in the moonlight overthrew you.
She left you there upon the shelf,
A broken and despairing elf,
A jingle-less bell ringing hallelujah...
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Yes, I suppose I can understand why they went with "Ready or Not 2" rather than "...Here I Come."
December 4, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Yes, I suppose I can understand why they went with "Ready or Not 2" rather than "...Here I Come."
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Off to unleash the GAIETY symphony spectaculars in Gateshead and Liverpool, but first, a sacred pit stop for chosen family time in Manchester! Ready for all the Mancunian hugs from Bren, Cheddar Gorgeous, Anna Phylactic, Liquorice Black and more…
December 3, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Off to unleash the GAIETY symphony spectaculars in Gateshead and Liverpool, but first, a sacred pit stop for chosen family time in Manchester! Ready for all the Mancunian hugs from Bren, Cheddar Gorgeous, Anna Phylactic, Liquorice Black and more…
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Absolutely tickled by this shout out/textual gag in the latest episode of @rainbowfilmclub.bsky.social. If you're not familiar, this series reimagines cinema history with a "fabulous twist." Some truly excellent satire work.
November 28, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Absolutely tickled by this shout out/textual gag in the latest episode of @rainbowfilmclub.bsky.social. If you're not familiar, this series reimagines cinema history with a "fabulous twist." Some truly excellent satire work.
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An industrious gal comes to a remote place, only to find herself drawn to the quirky folks she meets and eventually becomes one of them? Darlin', that's a Hallmark movie.
Should John Carpenter's THE THING be officially classified as a Christmas movie? Let your voice be heard!
Is John Carpenter’s THE THING A Christmas Movie? Have Your Say
Should John Carpenter's THE THING be officially classified as a Christmas movie? Let your voice be heard!
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November 26, 2025 at 7:07 PM
An industrious gal comes to a remote place, only to find herself drawn to the quirky folks she meets and eventually becomes one of them? Darlin', that's a Hallmark movie.
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Honored and pleased to worship at the altar of Candyman with Michael & Peaches! Those of y’all that know me, this film and character are very important to me. I’ve truly grown up with it, learning something new with each watch. Annnd stay to hear my Candy-Cousin @xghorror.bsky.social 🐝
We dare you to say his name! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1992's CANDYMAN! Joining the conversation are special guests @daddydisco.bsky.social and @xghorror.bsky.social to talk Tony Todd, sociopolitical relevance, bees, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
November 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM
Honored and pleased to worship at the altar of Candyman with Michael & Peaches! Those of y’all that know me, this film and character are very important to me. I’ve truly grown up with it, learning something new with each watch. Annnd stay to hear my Candy-Cousin @xghorror.bsky.social 🐝
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Sweet! On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating 1992's CANDYMAN! We're joined by guests DeVaughn Taylor and Xero Gravity to discuss Tony Todd's icon status, the film's sociopolitical power, bees, hypnotic eyes, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
November 26, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Sweet! On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating 1992's CANDYMAN! We're joined by guests DeVaughn Taylor and Xero Gravity to discuss Tony Todd's icon status, the film's sociopolitical power, bees, hypnotic eyes, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
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We dare you to say his name! This week on Midnight Mass, Peaches & Michael celebrate 1992s CANDYMAN- Tony Todd’s icon status, the film’s lasting sociopolitical power, plus guests DeVaughn Taylor & Xero Gravity. From hypnotic eyes to bees. peacheschrist.com/midnight-mass
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November 26, 2025 at 5:12 PM
We dare you to say his name! This week on Midnight Mass, Peaches & Michael celebrate 1992s CANDYMAN- Tony Todd’s icon status, the film’s lasting sociopolitical power, plus guests DeVaughn Taylor & Xero Gravity. From hypnotic eyes to bees. peacheschrist.com/midnight-mass
@midnightmasspod.bsky.social
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We dare you to say his name! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1992's CANDYMAN! Joining the conversation are special guests @daddydisco.bsky.social and @xghorror.bsky.social to talk Tony Todd, sociopolitical relevance, bees, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
November 26, 2025 at 5:29 PM
We dare you to say his name! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 1992's CANDYMAN! Joining the conversation are special guests @daddydisco.bsky.social and @xghorror.bsky.social to talk Tony Todd, sociopolitical relevance, bees, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...
Get ready! At midnight, we're releasing an all-new episode celebrating a movie we suspect you'll "bee" excited about!
November 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Get ready! At midnight, we're releasing an all-new episode celebrating a movie we suspect you'll "bee" excited about!
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Stunned to learn this news. Udo Kier’s filmography is undeniable, but his place as an out, queer figure in genre was, in a word, crucial. Uniquely eccentric and truly monolithic. Absolutely one of a kind.
Udo Kier has passed away at 81. A singular screen presence, Kier had a long history in the horror genre, starring in films including Mark of the Devil, Andy Warhol's Frankenstein, Blood for Dracula, Blade, Feardotcom, Rob Zombie's Halloween, and Dario Argento's Mother of Tears.
November 24, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Stunned to learn this news. Udo Kier’s filmography is undeniable, but his place as an out, queer figure in genre was, in a word, crucial. Uniquely eccentric and truly monolithic. Absolutely one of a kind.
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Summer 2026 marks 30 years of Peaches Christ in San Francisco (!) and I’m toying with a celebration. Don’t know- maybe a party, a show, a retrospective, something big and filthy and fabulous. What would you want to see? Tell me your wildest ideas as I start plotting this anniversary insanity.
November 24, 2025 at 12:11 AM
Summer 2026 marks 30 years of Peaches Christ in San Francisco (!) and I’m toying with a celebration. Don’t know- maybe a party, a show, a retrospective, something big and filthy and fabulous. What would you want to see? Tell me your wildest ideas as I start plotting this anniversary insanity.