Enjoy Stuff: HP Loves Crafts

When the stars align and Cthulhu comes calling, you know things are about to get weird! This week, Enjoy Stuff explores the cosmic horrors of H.P. Lovecraft, the creepy creatures inspired by his stories, and the movies that bring his nightmares to life.

Plus, Jay and Shua dig into retro gaming, classic television tunes, superhero adventures, and another batch of horror movies that will make you want to sleep with the lights on. So grab your Necronomicon, keep an eye on the shadows, and Enjoy Stuff!

 

News

The Mummy: Book of the Dead - Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz are reuniting for another adventure as Rick and Evie O’Connell in the upcoming sequel.

 

The Arcade 1971-1999: The Stories Behind Classic Coin-Ops, Told by Their Creators,  A new book from video game journalist Paul Drury explores the stories behind classic arcade games.

 

Atari 800XL Hardware Revival - Atari is bringing back the look and feel of its classic 8-bit computer with modern updates.

Check out our TeePublic store for some enjoyable swag and all the latest fashion trends

What we’re Enjoying

Shua is enjoying a collection celebrating the music and television adventures of The Monkees, featuring songs from the first season, rare broadcast-exclusive TV mixes, and favorite episodes from the original series. With a release packed with music, television nostalgia, and bonus material, it's a groovy way to revisit the pre-fab four at their finest. Jay is enjoying the graphic novel adaptation of Ernest Cline's Ready Player One, which brings Wade Watts's pop-culture-packed adventure to life with full-color artwork. It's a chance to revisit a future where knowing your classic video games, movies, and geeky trivia might just save the world!

MCU Location Scout

Ever watch a Marvel movie and wonder where those incredible locations really are? MCU Location Scout is Jay's guide to the real-world filming locations and fictional places featured throughout the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He digs into the places behind the action, helping fans connect the on-screen adventures with the real world. JJay has been exploring VisionQuest throughout October, tracking down the places where the story of the reanimated Vision unfolds. One recent stop is The Old Selkie in Edinburgh, the pub where Vision and Wanda once spent time together before the events of Avengers: Infinity War. You can explore the locations and see exactly where the MCU came to life at MCULocationScout.com. And don’t forget to check out all of Jay’s Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.  

31 Days of Horror

Every October, Jay celebrates the spooky season with 31 Days of Horror on RetroZap, publishing a daily article that breaks down and analyzes horror movies from across film history. From legendary classics to overlooked oddities, Jay explores the stories, filmmaking, scares, and fascinating details behind each selection.

 

This time, Jay has been diving into a collection of Stephen King adaptations before moving into other corners of horror. The latest selections include: Christine (1983), The Dead Zone (1983), Firestarter (1984), Maximum Overdrive (1986), Graveyard Shift (1990), M3GAN (2023), Stung (2015). Whether you prefer killer cars, psychic visions, fiery children, or giant insects, Jay's horror marathon has something ready to crawl under your skin.

 

And don’t forget to check out all of Jay’s Sci-Fi Saturdays on RetroZap. You can also tune in to SHIELD: Case Files where Jay and Shua breakdown Marvel properties and Superhero Suite for news on comics, movies, TV and more.

Enjoy Cthulbinations!

This week, Jay and Shua descend into the strange and terrifying universe of H.P. Lovecraft, the writer whose imagination gave us cosmic horrors, unspeakable creatures, and the unsettling notion that humanity might be little more than a speck in an enormous and uncaring universe. The guys explore Lovecraft's life, his most famous stories, and the many ways his work has influenced horror and science fiction across generations. From ancient gods to mysterious dimensions, there's no shortage of things lurking just beyond our understanding.

 

The discussion also explores movies inspired directly by Lovecraft's stories and the many films that borrow from his distinctive brand of cosmic terror. Whether it's a shapeshifting alien, an ancient book of forbidden knowledge, or an otherworldly force that threatens to unravel reality, Lovecraft's influence is everywhere. The guys investigate how filmmakers have translated these unsettling ideas into movies that continue to inspire, frighten, and occasionally make us wonder whether we should have read that mysterious book in the first place. Just remember: if something knocks at the door and has too many tentacles, maybe don't invite it in.

Do you like Lovecraft’s crazy creations? Are humans minor nuisances in a cosmic universe? Let us know! First person that emails me with the subject line, “That’s slimy” will get a special mention on the show.  Let us know. Come talk to us in the Discord channel or send us an email to [email protected]