April Fools Day (1986) | Episode #480

·1 hr 8 min·5 clips

Josh welcomes Richmond band Catharsis to discuss their music and how it serves as a mental health outlet.

The episode begins with host Josh introducing guests Christopher and Zach from the Richmond band Catharsis, praising their performance at Say Their Name Fest and their album 'Died in Bloom'. The band discusses their formation, lineup changes, and the evolution from their first album 'Chasing Echoes' to 'Died in Bloom', noting the latter involved a more challenging studio process. They explain how the band name reflects their approach to mental health, using music as an emotional outlet for daily struggles. The conversation transitions to the film 'April Fool's Day', with guests sharing their backgrounds as slasher fans and initial dislike of the movie, though they now appreciate its campiness. They analyze the film's characters, practical effects, and lack of nudity compared to typical 80s slashers. The discussion then returns to mental health topics, covering masking, vulnerability, and the difficulties of finding a compatible therapist. The band emphasizes the importance of creative outlets like music for mental well-being. The host ties these themes to the film's portrayal of community and superficial friendships. The episode concludes with the band sharing their social media handles and upcoming shows, while the host promotes mental health resources.

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A friendly horror discussion finds sharp comic detail in April Fools Day's prank-heavy slasher setup.

April Fools Day gives Victims and Villains a playful reason to weigh an 80s slasher by how well its jokes sharpen the threat. Josh, founder of the Victims and Villains nonprofit, joins Mr.

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You want an 80s slasher conversation where rubber chairs, a drawer of BDSM gear, and a heroin kit become the details everyone keeps circling back to.

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