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Because I'm John Sellmeyer
by John Robert Joseph Sellmeyer
Welcome to a podcast powered by curiosity, caffeine, and the occasional existential crisis. Most episodes are interviews with interesting people who teach me something new—sometimes surprising, sometimes profound, always human. Other times, it’s just me, thinking out loud about whatever’s been rattling around in my brain lately. It’s part conversation, part observation, and part “how did we end up here?” If you like honest chats, unexpected turns, and the feeling of learning something without realizing it, you’re in the right place. No niche—just stories, thoughts, and wondering out loud.
Episodes
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Harbinger (2026) Review
Welcome back to Because I'm John Sellmeyer. This week, we are ripping into the 2026 British horror film Harbinger. The premise sounds like campy gold: a notorious serial killer transfers his soul into a vintage arcade fortune-telling machine just before his death to terrorize his widow and a...
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Widow's Bay Season 1
Today on Because I'm John Sellmeyer, we are packing our bags and hopping the ferry to Widow's Bay. I am joined by my wife Alondra to review the brilliant new Apple TV+ horror comedy created by Katie Dippold and directed by Hiro Murai. The series follows Mayor Tom Loftus, played by Matthew Rhys…
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The Descent (2005) Review
Welcome back to another episode of Because I'm John Sellmeyer! Today, we are going deep underground and talking about one of the most stressful and terrifying horror movies ever made: The Descent. If you have claustrophobia, this one is going to seriously test your limits. We're breaking down the...
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Bloody Tennis (2026) Review
Today on Because I'm John Sellmeyer, I am reviewing the 2026 Shudder original, Bloody Tennis. Directed by Nikias Chryssos, this bizarre sports horror flick has been compared to a wild mix of Suspiria and Challengers. We are breaking down the brutal elite academy setting, the over-the-top body...
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Infirmary (2026) Review
Welcome to another episode of Because I'm John Sellmeyer! Today we are clocking in for the graveyard shift to review the 2026 found footage psychological horror film, Infirmary. It has a serious Five Nights at Freddy's setup, just without the terrifying animatronics. We dive into the ultra-lean…
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Obsession (2026) Review
Directed by YouTube comedy genius Curry Barker, Obsession masterfully balances deadpan humor with deeply uncomfortable tension. We dive into the brilliant performances of Michael Johnston as the pathetic, relatable Bear, and Indy Navarette as Nikki, the target of a disastrously effective One Wish...
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Backrooms (2026)
Welcome back to Because I'm John Sellmeyer. In this episode, we are slipping through the cracks of reality to talk about A24's Backrooms. Directed by Kane Parsons, this movie is a psychological terror vehicle that feels exactly like staring at an old Windows 95 3D Maze screensaver until it…
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Oscars 2026 Recap: Michael B. Jordan, Conan, & ‘The Maw Beneath The Mane’ Sneak Peek (+Audiobook Sample)
Oscars 2026 Recap: Michael B. Jordan, PTA’s Big Win, and a Dark Twist The 98th Academy Awards are officially in the books, and we are breaking down every viral moment, from Conan O’Brien’s opening parody of Weapons to the history-making wins. Did Michael B. Jordan deserve Best Actor for playing...
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Autism in Film & TV: The Good, the Bad, and the Authentic (Feat. Reese)
Podcast Summary: Autism in Film, TV, and Pop Culture In this episode of "Because I'm John Sellmeyer," John sits down with his lifelong friend Reese to dive deep into the world of autism representation in media. John and Reese use a "Plus" (Authentic/Relatable) and "Minus"...
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The Bad Bunny Effect: Purple Rain to Puerto Rico, The "Muted" Halftime Show (Lady Gaga, Drax, and more! Feat. Alondra!)
In this episode of Because I’m John Sellmeyer, John and his beautiful wife Alondra reunite behind the mic for a deep dive into the cultural phenomenon that was Super Bowl 60. While the game itself—a Seahawks vs. Patriots rematch—might have been a "boring" defensive struggle for a Chiefs fan, the...
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Vecna Lives! And Happy New Year, Ya Stranger Thang
Episode Summary:Grab a brown blanket and a blueberry spinach smoothie—we’re officially one week into 2026! Today, Johnny and his "extravagant" wife Alondra dive deep into the fallout of the Stranger Things season finale. *SPOILERS** Did Eleven really sacrifice herself, or are we all being gaslit…
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I'm a Fork, She's a Knife: Our Tamales vs. Ham Christmas
Because I'm John Sellmeyer: Holiday Chaos, FNaF 2, and Wally World Jokes (Feat. Alondra) Get ready for some hilarious holiday chat as John Sellmeyer welcomes his beautiful wife, Alondra, back to the mic! In this episode, they dive into the festive frenzy, comparing old-school Black Friday madness...
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Ready or Not (2019) Review 31 Horror Day Movie Challenge
"Till death do us part" takes on a whole new meaning. This week, we're reviewing Ready or Not, the 2019 horror-comedy hit from directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett! We follow Grace (Samara Weaving), a bride whose wedding night turns into a terrifying game of survival against her rich...
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Session 9 (2001) 31 Horror Day Movie Challenge
Abandoned Minds: A Review of Session 9 Welcome to an hour of escalating dread as we unpack Brad Anderson's 2001 minimalist masterpiece, Session 9. Shot on location in the chilling, decaying halls of the real Danvers State Hospital (The Danvers Asylum), this film is a masterclass in psychological...
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Wicker Man (2006) 31 Horror Day Movie Challenge
NO! NOT THE BEES! A Celebration of The Wicker Man (2006) Forget folk songs and subtle dread. Grab your bear suit and prepare for an hour of pure Cage Rage as we dive into the hilariously disastrous and undeniably iconic 2006 remake of The Wicker Man! Directed by Neil LaBute and starring producer...
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Tremors (1990)
Get off the ground! Join us as we grab some rocks, load the elephant guns, and dissect one of the best monster movies and purest examples of a horror-comedy hybrid: Ron Underwood's 1990 cult classic, Tremors. In the tiny, ironically-named desert town of Perfection, Nevada, two perpetual handymen,...
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Dead Alive (1992) 31 Horror Day Movie Challenge
From Splatter to Middle-earth: A Review of Peter Jackson's Dead Alive Before the epic battles of Middle-earth, there was the ultimate suburban bloodbath. Join us as we explore the early, gloriously gross work of Oscar-winning director Peter Jackson with a review of his 1992 splatter masterpiece,...
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Candyman (1992)
Say His Name: Deconstructing the Original Candyman Description: Never say it five times. Never look in the mirror. This week, we plunge the hook deep into the haunting, visceral, and socio-politically charged horror of the 1992 classic, Candyman. Graduate student Helen Lyle travels to the…
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Shocker (1989)
"No More Mr. Nice Guy!" Wes Craven's Shocker Hits the Airwaves Description: Plug in and prepare for a massive power surge! This week, we're dissecting Wes Craven's electrifying, over-the-top 1989 slasher, Shocker, a glorious failure in the attempt to create the next horror icon. Meet Horace…
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The People Under the Stairs (1991)
Description: Welcome to the ultimate house of horrors—and it's a commentary on class warfare! This week, we lock ourselves inside the labyrinthine mansion of the Robeson family for Wes Craven's wildly satirical and deeply unsettling 1991 cult classic, The People Under the Stairs. When 13-year-old...
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The Others (2001)
Beyond the Veil: Deconstructing Nicole Kidman's The Others Description: Step out of the sun and into the permanent shadows of a remote Jersey manor. This week, we're locking all fifteen doors and pulling back the heavy velvet curtains on Alejandro Amenábar's 2001 gothic masterpiece, The Others....
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Train to Busan (2016)
All aboard the KTX, destination: utter, non-stop zombie chaos! In this week's episode, we're sprinting through the carriages of the 2016 South Korean horror masterpiece, Train to Busan. It's more than just a zombie movie; it's a claustrophobic, high-speed meditation on humanity's best and worst...
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Drag Me To Hell (2009)
Description: Sam Raimi is back, baby, and he's brought the slime, the scares, and the pitch-black laughs! Join us as we dissect the gloriously gross-out terror of 2009's Drag Me to Hell. Ambitious loan officer Christine Brown denies an old woman a mortgage extension to get ahead at work—a fatal...
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Friendship (2025) Halloween Challenge Day 16 and Alondra's Birthday!
Episode Title: Friendship (2025): A Birthday Review of Awkward Comedy & Acid-Tripping Frogs Episode Summary: In this special episode, the host is joined by guest Alondra to celebrate her 30th birthday and review the 2025 dark comedy, Friendship, starring Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd. Before diving...
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Tru Tru Birthday K-Pop Demon Hunters Review (2025) 31 Horror Movie Challenge
Truman and Ben are back, and this week they're trading in their usual topics for glitter, catchy hooks, and supernatural smackdowns as they review the hit animated movie, K-Pop Demon Hunters! Get ready for an in-depth, spoiler-filled discussion on Netflix's latest obsession, where our hosts break...
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Rear Window (1954) Halloween Challenge
Rear Window: The Perfect Play with a Camera (9.6/10 Windows) Join us as we revisit Alfred Hitchcock’s 1954 masterpiece, Rear Window, and examine how the film uses one of the simplest settings in cinematic history to create paralyzing suspense. We discuss how the Greenwich Village courtyard…
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The Ghoul Log Review
Welp, there is always a tomorrow.
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Devil (2010) Review
Description: (SPOILER-FREE FIRST HALF! 😈) Five strangers. One elevator. One of them is the Devil. Join us as we step inside the claustrophobic world of Devil (2010), the hit supernatural thriller based on a story by M. Night Shyamalan. We break down the incredible high-concept plot, the...
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Dracula Untold (2014) Horror Movie Challenge
Hello everyone, and welcome to a very off-track (as usual) episode of Because I'm John Sellmeyer! John and Alondra kick off this October horror review series with the 2014 vampire action film, Dracula Untold! In this episode, we dive into the question: Can the world's most famous vampire be a...
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The Beyond (1981)
Welcome to the 10th episode in 10 days! It’s been chaotic, but we’re here, and today, we're diving into a very special treat: Lucio Fulci's 1981 horror masterpiece, The Beyond. After covering everything from weapons and heretic to sinners Plus (and that one lame one, The Carnival), host John…
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Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020)
What happens when you take away everyone’s phones, drop them in the woods, and throw in a generic slasher? You get Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight (2020). A movie that tries to be scary but mostly just checks boxes on the “teen horror” worksheet. In this episode, John breaks down why this film...
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Z (2019) 31 Horror Day Movie Challenge
Episode Title: Imaginary Friends, Creepy Kids, and the Horror Film "Z" (2019) Description: Join John Sellmeyer on Because I'm John Sellmeyer as he dives into the unsettling world of scary imaginary friends, focusing on the 2019 horror film Z. John reviews the movie, where a young boy's (Joshua,...
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Arcadian (2024) Scary Movie Challenge Day 7
Get ready for a deep dive into Arcadian (2024), the latest action and horror film starring Nicolas Cage! In this episode, we break down the post-apocalyptic thriller that has the internet buzzing. Beyond the iconic Cage, the film features a great cast including Jaeden Martell (who you'll…
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Weapons (2025) 31 Halloween Day Challenge
Because I'm John Sellmeyer Podcast: 'WEAPONS' Review & Taylor Swift's New Era On this very spooky (and surprisingly domestic) October 6th episode, John and Alondra dive deep into the must-see horror mystery that has the whole town talking: WEAPONS! 🎬 HORROR MOVIE REVIEW: Get the full breakdown…
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V/H/S/Halloween Challenge Day 5
The V/H/S horror anthology series is back with V/H/S/ Halloween (2025), and host John Sellmeyer is ready to spill the candy corn. He was excited, armed with a Shudder free trial, but the viewing quickly turned sour. In this episode, John takes a deep dive into each of the new short films—from…
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The Funhouse (1981)
This week, John takes a trip back to 1981 to review the slasher classic, The Funhouse. Does this tale of rebellious teens trapped in a trashy carnival stand the test of time? John breaks down the incredible set design and unique, Tarantino-esque camera shots that clash with forgettable villains…
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Heretic (2024) Halloween Challenge Day 3
Episode Title: Day 3: Heretic (2024) - Belief, Disbelief, and Blueberry Pie Episode Summary: For Day 3 of his "31 Horror Movies in 31 Days" challenge, John Sellmeyer reviews the 2024 psychological horror film Heretic, directed by Scott Beck and Brian Woods. The film stars Hugh Grant as a…
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Speak No Evil (2024) Halloween Challenge Day 2
Episode Title: Day 2: Speak No Evil (2024) - The Midwestern Goodbye Genre Episode Summary: On the second installment of his "31 Horror Movies in 31 Days" challenge, host John Sellmeyer dives into the 2024 American psychological thriller Speak No Evil. A remake of the 2022 Danish-Dutch film, this...
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Sinners (2025) Halloween Challenge Day 1
Title: 31 Days of Horror: Day 1 - Ryan Coogler's "Sinners" & Unexpected Steak Description: It's October 1st, and the annual 31 Days of Horror challenge is officially underway! For his first-ever viewing, John sinks his teeth into Sinners, the 2025 supernatural horror film from director Ryan...
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Superman (2025) Review
Hosts John Sellmeyer and Alondra review the movie Superman (2025). DC Hero PreferencesThe hosts start by discussing their favorite DC heroes. Alondra chooses Batman, having grown up watching his movies, while John's favorite is The Flash, stemming from an old video game. He also expresses his...
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Spooky Talk: 31-Day Horror Movie Marathon (With Alondra)
Because I'm John Sellmeyer: The Ultimate 31-Day October Horror Movie Challenge Welcome to the special Halloween episode of "Because I'm John Sellmeyer," where I'm joined by my amazing wife to curate the ultimate 31-day horror movie marathon for October! We dive deep into a list of 31 terrifying…
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Joey: A Brief Talk on Presidents and Russia
Hey ya'll! I have been working for a few months to try and save this audio. This is the best I could do!! It was great talking with Joey, and I hope ya'll enjoy the conversation. We give a historical perspective on Presidents including Trump, Obama, FDR, Kennedy, and Truman! Plus, we talk about…
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From Diagnosis to Summer Daydream Studio: A Cancer Survivor's Story
Kara's Links! Please Subscribe! Substack: https://substack.com/@karawalters?r=g080r&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=profile Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/summerdaydreamstudio/ The Resource we mentioned: Lotsa Helping Hands: https://lotsahelpinghands.com In this inspiring episode of "Because I'm...
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Friday the 13th Parts 1-6!
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:12 Reese's Return and Friendship History00:54 Casual Conversation and Sleep Habits02:21 Discussing Horror Movies02:59 Friday the 13th Series Overview06:47 Friday the 13th Part 1: Plot and Analysis11:42 Friday the 13th Part 2: Improvements and Killer...
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Pop Swoosh Scary Times (Short)
Just a quick little episode!
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Top 10 Marvel Ranking Films MCU (Starting Beef With Life and Pints with CoCo)
Summary In this engaging podcast episode, John and Alondra Sellmeyer dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), discussing their top 10 MCU films, exploring rankings, and sharing personal insights on various characters and storylines. They touch on the impact of films like Black Panther and...
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Because I'm The Muse and the Archive
In this special episode of Because I’m John Sellmeyer, the host steps away from the usual lighthearted interviews and takes listeners on a thoughtful journey through two symbolic landscapes: the sun-scorched deserts of the Middle East and the icy expanse of the former Soviet Union. We explore how...
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The Thrill of the Hunt: Boar Adventures with Joey!
In this wild and entertaining episode, Joey dives into the world of boar hunting, sharing his hands-on experiences hunting and tracking one of Texas’s most notorious troublemakers. We talk about the surprising speed at which wild boars can reproduce—spoiler: a single sow can have multiple litters…
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From Nakatomi Plaza to the Necronomicon: Action Heroes, Twisted Tales, and Drunken Fists
Tune in for an action-packed episode as we dive deep into the world of action heroes and iconic films! This week, we're sharing our top picks for ultimate cinematic tough guys, sparking a lively debate about classic movie twists and unforgettable fight scenes. We revisit the legendary Bruce…
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Demontae's Story & The Power of Positivity: The Casablanca Effect
Demontae, who experienced a traumatic brain injury from a car wreck in high school, advocates for giving back to others. He shares with John Sellmeyer how occupational therapy was crucial for his mental recovery, using games to improve cognitive functions. Demontae's positive outlook stems from…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to a podcast powered by curiosity, caffeine, and the occasional existential crisis. Most episodes are interviews with interesting people who teach me something new—sometimes surprising, sometimes profound, always human. Other times, it’s just me, thinking out loud about whatever’s been rattling around in my brain lately. It’s part conversation, part observation, and part “how did we end up here?” If you like honest chats, unexpected turns, and the feeling of learning something without realizing it, you’re in the right place. No niche—just stories, thoughts, and wondering out loud.
HOSTED BY
John Robert Joseph Sellmeyer
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