The Night Thread Watches David Byrne
David Byrne will be performing at Coachella’s Outdoor Stage tonight, 10:20PM PDT. Seems like something most of you might enjoy. Have fun posting! Continue reading The Night Thread Watches David Byrne
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Svengoolie Discussion Thread 4/11/2026: The Car
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “A fantastic, creepy film featuring atmospheric camera work and stunning Utah vistas. When a small town is terrorized by an indestructible, demonically possessed car, it’s up to the sheriff (Brolin) to stop it!” Enjoy the … Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 4/11/2026: The Car
The GO GO GADGET CROSSOVER! Night Thread
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie came out this week and immediately set records despite mediocre reviews, confirming that Mario’s cultural footprint is just as big now as it was when I was a kid. I grew up with the Super … Continue reading The GO GO GADGET CROSSOVER! Night Thread
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 4/4/2026: An American Werewolf In London
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “A visit to Britian takes a turn for an American college student after being attacked by a mysterious creature.” Enjoy the movie! Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 4/4/2026: An American Werewolf In London
The Butter’n HERBS Pringle’s Day Thread
No one had signed up for the thread with under 24 hours to go, so…why not whatever random thing I just learned about? Butter’n HERBS Pringle’s were a flavor of the beloved chip that was introduced in 1986, and…really, that’s … Continue reading The Butter’n HERBS Pringle’s Day Thread
The BIG HAIRY DOG Night Thread
Weebl’s Stuff is a pillar of the internet, responsible for Badgers, Narwhals, Kenya, and Amazing Horse, among many others. He released a new video on YouTube this week, and it’s awesome. Have fun posting! Continue reading The BIG HAIRY DOG Night Thread
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/28/2026: House On Haunted Hill (1959)
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “A millionaire offers ten thousand dollars to five people who agree to be locked in a large, spooky, rented house overnight with him and his wife.” Enjoy the movie! Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/28/2026: House On Haunted Hill (1959)
The Night Thread Gets In Line
The Barenaked Ladies header earlier in the week reminded me of one of the band’s songs that’s perfect for The Avocado. Behold, the time the band went to Arlen, Texas! “Get In Line” was released in 1999 on the King … Continue reading The Night Thread Gets In Line
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/21/2026: The Mummy’s Hand
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “An American archaeological expedition meets with disaster when they ignore warnings not to desecrate an Egyptian tomb.” Enjoy the movie! Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/21/2026: The Mummy’s Hand
The Night Thread Sings An Irish Drinking Song
As is tradition, something vaguely, sort-of Irish for the holiday! Irish Drinking Song was a recurring game on the American version of Whose Line Is It Anyway, where the four performers would take an audience suggestion and sing about it. … Continue reading The Night Thread Sings An Irish Drinking Song
The Night Thread Checks In On Jackie and Shadow
I have a headache and spent a lot of the day in bed, so more ambitious header plans are on hold. Instead, a favorite – the Big Bear Eagle Cam. Have fun posting! Continue reading The Night Thread Checks In On Jackie and Shadow
House of Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/14/2026: Friday The 13th (1980)
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “Camp counselors are stalked and murdered by an unknown assailant while trying to reopen a summer camp that was the site of a child’s drowning. “ Enjoy the movie! Continue reading House of Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/14/2026: Friday The 13th (1980)
The Night Thread Has WOOD FOR SHEEP?
Spent today playing in a Settlers of Catan tournament with some friends. So let’s talk about Catan tonight, especially if anyone has any strategies that work better than my usual “go for ports and get screwed by the dice instead”. … Continue reading The Night Thread Has WOOD FOR SHEEP?
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/6/2026: Son of Frankenstein
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “Wolf Frankenstein, son of Henry Frankenstein, returns with his wife, to his fathers estate to claim his inheritance. When he arrives with his family he recieves a hostile reception from locals. While exploring his fathers … Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 3/6/2026: Son of Frankenstein
The Night Thread Watches Gorillaz
Gorillaz released their ninth album The Mountain yesterday, and an animated short along with it. It’s a gorgeously animated piece that draws heavily from Disney’s The Jungle Book. And it’s definitely worthy of a header feature. Bonus related clip: the … Continue reading The Night Thread Watches Gorillaz
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/28/2026: The War of the Worlds (1953)
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “A small town in California is attacked by Martians, beginning a worldwide invasion.” Enjoy the movie! Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/28/2026: The War of the Worlds (1953)
The Night Thread Celebrates The Legend of Zelda
On February 21st, 1986, The Legend of Zelda was released in Japan for the Famicom Disk System. When looking for a video for the header, there were endless choices. I could have gone with Why Doesn’t Link Dance Any More? … Continue reading The Night Thread Celebrates The Legend of Zelda
House of Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/21/2026: The Mist
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “After a strange storm, a small town community is terrorized by dangers emerging from the mist.” Enjoy the movie! Continue reading House of Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/21/2026: The Mist
The Day Thread KNOWS IT’S GOT TO CURL!
In honor of one of the stranger controversies in recent memory…a song about curling. (I’m only embedding the studio version, but I’m partial to the live arrangement with Paul and Storm doing harmonies.) Have fun posting! Continue reading The Day Thread KNOWS IT’S GOT TO CURL!
Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/14/2026: Dracula AND Dinoshark
Synopsis from the MeTV website… “”There are far worse things awaiting man than death.” This horror classic stands as the most famous and celebrated film version of the popular vampire story. Bela Lugosi delivers a star-making performance as the titular … Continue reading Svengoolie Discussion Thread 2/14/2026: Dracula AND Dinoshark
The Night Thread Is CHOCADOOBY!
And this one is ImpromptuJ’s fault. Have fun posting! Continue reading The Night Thread Is CHOCADOOBY!