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Barely Literate Book & Movie Club
by Barely Literate BMC
Barely Literate is a book and movie club for everyone! Whether you're a total bookworm, a film buff, or just barely literate like us. Join hosts Chris & Nick as they dive into epic stories, break down books and films, and go on plenty of fun tangents along the way. Expect lively discussions, questionable pronunciations, and a good time. New episodes every week—come read (or watch) with us!
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Episode 66: Project Hail Mary - Fist My Bump | Movie Night
Sit back and grab yourself a bucket of overpriced popcorn (and maybe some sour Skittles) it’s time to blast off!In this Movie Night episode, the boys of the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club dive into Project Hail Mary, the sci-fi hit that’s taking this world, and a few others, by storm.Space, science, and a mission where failure isn’t an option… what could go wrong?Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTik Tok - @BarelyLiterateBMCTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 65: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Finale
The final episode of Barely Literate's Dungeon Crawler Carl series! Join Chris and Nick as they finish their journey with Carl and Donut through the dungeon... for now.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTik Tok - @BarelyLiterateBMCTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 64: Russia's Most Disturbing Mystery: The Dyatlov Pass | Tales Around the Campfire
In this Tales Around the Campfire episode, the boys of Barely Literate explore the chilling mystery of the Dyatlov Pass Incident — where nine experienced hikers vanished under circumstances that still defy explanation.Strange injuries. Missing pieces. Evidence that raises more questions than answers. Over the years, theories have ranged from natural disasters to something far more unsettling...Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTik Tok - @BarelyLiterateBMCTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 63: The Haunted Cells of the Ohio State Reformatory | Tales Around the Campfire
In this episode of Tales Around the Campfire, the boys explore the haunted history of the Ohio State Reformatory — a prison known for its brutal past and chilling reputation.From shadowy figures to unexplained sounds, the stories are unsettling. Listen as Nick shares a recent haunting experience that brings the fear a little closer to home!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTik Tok - @BarelyLiterateBMCTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 62: The Bride! - They Did The Monster Smash? | Movie Night
Flip the switch! This week, the boys return to the world of monsters with The Bride! — a bold reimagining that fuses Frankenstein with Bonnie and Clyde energy, plus a healthy dose of existential panic. A classic tale that's been completely ... REWIRED!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTik Tok - @BarelyLiterateBMCTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 61: All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) - BWAM BWAM BWAM!!! | Movie Night
In this Movie Night episode of Barely Literate, the discussion turns to All Quiet on the Western Front (2022) — a harrowing reimagining that strips away any illusion of glory and replaces it with mud, fear, and survival.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 60: The Big Lebowski - The Dude Abides | Movie Night
The vibes are all here for this episode of Barely Literate. If you don't abide, then the Dude will! Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 59: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 7
Part 7 of the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club deep dive into Dungeon Crawler Carl brings you a fantastical summary and discussion of Chapters 37–42. Grab your books and a bucket of popcorn as the boys navigate their new found stardom in the dungeon!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 58: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 6
In Part 6 of the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club deep dive into Dungeon Crawler Carl, Chapters 31–36 crank up the tension as the dungeon’s mechanics, motives, and madness become impossible to ignore. Strategies sharpen, stakes climb higher, and every encounter feels like it’s designed for maximum spectacle.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 57: The Birdcage - Drag Dinner from Hell | Movie Night
In this episode of Barely Literate, the spotlight turns to Chris's favorite movie of all time, The Birdcage. An endlessly quotable comedy directed by Mike Nichols and starring Robin Williams and Nathan Lane at peak comedic brilliance. Set in vibrant South Beach, Miami the film follows a family scrambling to stage the perfect “traditional” dinner to impress ultra-conservative in-laws — resulting in escalating chaos, identity-swapping, and one of the most iconic comedic performances of the ‘90s.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 56: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 5
The crawl doesn’t get easier in Part 5. This episode. the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club deep dives into Dungeon Crawler Carl as the dungeon tightens its grip, strategies evolve, and survival demands more than brute force. Come along for the ride as the boys discuss chapters 25 - 30 of Dungeon Crawler Carl!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 55: Train to Busan – Survival at Full Speed | Movie Night
Turn the lights real low so they don't see you. Time to barely survive with Barely Literate! This episode the journey heads straight into Train to Busan, the South Korean zombie thriller that redefined the genre with relentless pacing and unexpected emotional weight. What begins as a simple trip quickly turns into a fight for survival as an infection spreads car by car, forcing passengers to decide who to save, who to trust, and what kind of people they want to be when everything falls apart.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 54: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 4
In this episode of the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club, Chris and Nick continue stumbling through the World Dungeon as the rules (kind of) start to make sense. As Carl and Donut survive, the dungeon continues to watch their every move. Someone (totally not us) is definitely commenting on everything happening. Come along for the ride as they discuss chapters 19 - 24 of Dungeon Crawler Carl!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 53: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 3
In this episode of the Barely Literate Book & Movie Club, Chris and Nick have finally leveled up as they continue to learn how the World Dungeon works. Little does Carl know that they have been following him this whole time. Commenting on everything he is doing. Come along for the ride as they discuss chapters 13 - 18 of Dungeon Crawler Carl!Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 52: Terrifier 3 – Art the Christmas Clown | Movie Night
Holiday cheer takes a sharp turn in this episode of Barely Literate with a discussion on the latest entry in Damien Leone’s ultra-intense horror franchise, Terrifier 3.Set against a seasonal backdrop, the film continues to follow Art the Clown as the story expands the mythology, raises the stakes for returning characters, and leans fully into the franchise’s reputation for excess. Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 51: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 2
Chris and Nick continue to explore Floor 1 of the new World Dungeon in Part 2 of Dungeon Crawler Carl! This episode, we are covering chapters 7 - 12 of Matt Dinniman’s chaotic, darkly funny LitRPG apocalypse. Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 50: Dungeon Crawler Carl - Part 1
With the start of the new year, we are kicking off a brand new book series! In Part 1 of Dungeon Crawler Carl, Chris and Nick are covering chapters 1 - 6 of Matt Dinniman’s chaotic, darkly funny LitRPG apocalypse. Earth is transformed into a lethal dungeon, humanity is reduced to contestants, and Carl, accompanied by a very opinionated cat, is forced to adapt fast or die faster.Follow us!Our WebsiteInstagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 49: The Shining - Finale
The boiler is ticking. The halls are empty. The Overlook is ready to finish the story...In the final episode of The Shining book series, Chris and Nick return to the snowbound hotel for one last descent into Stephen King’s haunting novel. Jack Torrance’s unraveling mind reaches its breaking point as the hotel tightens its grip, Wendy fights to survive, and Danny Torrance’s Shining burns brightest in the darkest moments.The doors are locked. The past is awake. The story demands to be finished!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 48: How the Grinch Stole Christmas - Celebrating 25 Years of Holiday Chaos! | Movie Night
It’s been 25 years since Jim Carrey first stepped into the fuzzy green fur of the Grinch. In this special holiday episode of Barely Literate, Chris and Nick are unwrapping the holiday classic: How the Grinch Stole Christmas! A movie that has somehow become equal parts chaotic, heartwarming, and iconic.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 47: Shark Tale – The Mafia but with Fish | Movie Night
This week on Barely Literate, we watched Shark Tale, the animated comedy that blended mob-movie parody, early-2000s pop culture, and a star-studded cast. In this episode, we get into Oscar’s lies, Lenny’s vegetarian crisis, the shark mafia, and the fact that the entire reef apparently runs on celebrity culture. Grab your kelp chips. It’s about to get fishy!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 46: The Shining - Part 4
The insanity is beginning to take over the Torrance family as they reach the middle of their winter at the Overlook Hotel. This episode, Nick and Chris are watching the madness unfold as they discuss Part 4 of Stephen King’s The Shining!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 45: The Shining - Part 3
The snow has finally arrived and the Torrance's are trapped inside the Overlook Hotel. This week, Nick and Chris are huddled together for warmth in front of the grand fireplace so they can bring you Part 3 of Stephen King’s The Shining. Stay away from the hedge animals and room 217!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 44: The Hauntings of the Queen Mary | Tales Around the Campfire
The Queen Mary has been called the most haunted ship in the world. From its glamorous beginnings to its wartime horrors, this ghost ship has seen it all. In this episode, Chris and Nick take you below deck into the cold corridors of history, legend, and the paranormal—where echoes of the past still linger.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 43: Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein – A New Monster for a New Era! | Movie Night
This week on Barely Literate, we dive deep into Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited Frankenstein — a reimagining that blends gothic horror, tragedy, and the director’s signature heart-filled monstrosity. We break down the film’s atmosphere, performances, themes of creation and humanity, and how del Toro’s version stands apart from the countless adaptations before it.This is also the start of the official Barely Literate Book & Movie Club movement to have Universal Studios put Guillermo del Toro in charge of bringing the Dark Universe back to life!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 42: The Shining – All Books and No Literacy! | Movie Night
All work and no play makes Barely Literate a dull podcast! In this chilling movie episode, Chris and Nick check in at the Overlook Hotel to unpack Stanley Kubrick’s version of The Shining. From Jack Nicholson’s unhinged performance to Kubrick’s infamous perfectionism, we cover the film’s production, hidden meanings, and wild fan theories — including that moon landing rumor. Grab your typewriter and come play with us… forever and ever.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 41: The Winchester Mystery House | Tales Around the Campfire
Step inside the sprawling maze of the Winchester Mystery House, a mansion of endless hallways, sealed doors, and ghostly whispers. In this episode, Chris and Nick explore the strange life of Sarah Winchester, her obsession with the supernatural, and the bizarre architectural marvel she left behind. Was it madness—or a desperate attempt to escape a deadly curse?Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 40: The Shining - Part 2
Bundle up because its about to get cold! This week, Nick and Chris are arriving at the Overlook Hotel for Part 2 of Stephen King’s The Shining. It is time that we take a tour of the hotel and figure out what is going on behind closed doors...Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 39: Inglorious Basterds - GORLAMI! | Movie Night
Grab your popcorn and prepare for vengeance! In this episode, Chris and Nick dive into Quentin Tarantino’s Inglourious Basterds — a wild, revisionist World War II film packed with dark humor, brutal action, and unforgettable performances. From Shosanna’s fiery revenge to Brad Pitt’s legendary “Gorlami,” we break down the chaos, brilliance, and blood-soaked style that made this one of Tarantino’s most iconic works.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 38: The Shining - Part 1
Welcome back! This week, Nick and Chris are preparing for their journey to the Overlook Hotel with Stephen King’s The Shining. In Part 1, we dive into chapters 1–7, meeting Jack, Wendy, and Danny Torrance as their story takes a dark turn toward isolation and unease. From Jack’s troubled past to Danny’s strange visions, we unpack the early warning signs of what’s to come in King’s chilling masterpiece.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 37: Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter - Honest Abe vs. the Undead! | Movie Night
What happens when America’s 16th president trades speeches for silver axes? In this episode, Chris and Nick sink their teeth into Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter — the wild, bloody mashup of history and horror that turns Honest Abe into the ultimate slayer. We’ll cover the movie’s over-the-top action, quirky production, and whether it’s a hidden gem or just undead nonsense.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 36: Van Helsing - Universal's Forgotten Masterpiece! | Movie Night
Does anyone else remember the 2004 action-horror Van Helsing? If not, don’t worry — Chris and Nick have you covered! In this episode, we dive into Universal’s monster mash of vampires, werewolves, and angry mobs, while revisiting what was meant to kickstart the Dark Universe. Join us as we break down why this gothic thrill ride might just be one of the most underrated blockbusters of its time.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 35: Roadside Picnic - Finale
The adventure through the Zone is finally coming to a close. Join Chris and Nick as they review the last chapter of Roadside Picnic! Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 34: Bone Tomahawk - The Western with a Bite!! | Movie Night
In this episode, Chris and Nick ride out into the dusty frontier with Bone Tomahawk, S. Craig Zahler’s brutal mash-up of Western grit and bone-chilling horror. Join them as they discuss the film’s slow-burn pacing, unforgettable performances, practical effects, and the infamous final act. Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 33: Roadside Picnic - Chapter 3
Join Chris and Nick as they begin the second half of Roadside Picnic! Picking up with Richard "Dick" Noonan as he experiences a midlife crisis of sorts.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 32: Bigfoot – Myth, Monster, or Man? | Tales Around the Campfire
Welcome back to the campfire—sit close and let the flames chase back the darkness. Tonight, with Nick leading the way, we’re venturing into the wilderness to uncover the mystery of the most famous cryptid of them all: Bigfoot.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 31: Roadside Picnic - Chapter 2
The Boys are getting back into The Zone as they discuss Chapter 2 of Roadside Picnic! Continuing off with Red's life as he navigates being a Stalker in this unforgiving world. Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 30: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow | Tales Around the Campfire
Dark greetings, everyone! Gather around as Chris and Nick unveil their newest series—Tales Around the Campfire. This is the place where shadows dance, imaginations run wild, and your darkest curiosities are free to roam. Each episode, the boys will share eerie, haunting, and grim tales from history, folklore, and beyond.For their first story, they’re riding straight into one of America’s most enduring legends—The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and the terrifying Headless Horseman who haunts its misty roads.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 29: Roadside Picnic - Chapter 1
Chris and Nick kick off their journey into the strange and unsettling world of Roadside Picnic by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky. In Chapter 1, we’re introduced to the mysterious Zone, a place filled with dangerous anomalies and strange artifacts left behind by an alien visitation. We meet Redrick “Red” Schuhart, a stalker risking his life to venture into the Zone for profit, and get our first taste of the dangers and mysteries that define this world.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 28: Superman - The Start of the New DCU! | Movie Night
This episode, Chris and Nick discuss the start of the brand new era in superhero movies, Superman of the DCU!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 27: The Hobbit Trilogy - Back to the Beginning! | Movie Night
Join Chris and Nick as they travel back to their home in The Shire to explore the story that started this whole thing. Only a few short months ago was the first episode of the Barely Literate Book and Movie Club, now its time revisit Bilbo and the gang.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 26: Nosferatu - Bouncing On It, CRAZY STYLE! | Movie Night
In this episode Chris and Nick break down their most recent watch, Nosferatu! Sit back and relax as the boys discuss what they thought of this terror filled adaptation of the classic vampire movie. Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 25: All The Lovely Bad Ones - Finale
Its time for the the happy haunts to be free of their captivity at the Inn. In this exciting conclusion of the series we will say goodbye to our spiritual friends and the adventures we had along the way.Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 24: All The Lovely Bad Ones - Chapters 17 & 18
Corey and Travis have finally found Ada Jaggs' lost secret accounting book. Now all they have to do is create a memorial and exorcise her ghost. That shouldn't be too hard...right?Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 23: 28 Days Later - Reinventing the Zombie! | Movie Night
Just in time for the release of 28 Years Later, the boys record together for the first time and dive into a modern cinema classic with the movie that started it all... 28 DAYS LATER! Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 22: All The Lovely Bad Ones - Chapters 15 & 16
As Corey and Travis begin to realize that they have to help the Bad Ones, a dark spirit returns and tries to prevent them from lifting her vengeful hold on the both the dead and the living...Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 21: All The Lovely Bad Ones - Chapters 13 & 14
The Ghosts finally tell Corey and Travis the truth on how to help them. Can the troublesome duo be trusted to put the ghosts to rest?Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 20: All The Lovely Bad Ones - Chapters 11 & 12
Corey and Travis are shown the haunting past of the inn and how it came to be such a spooky place!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 19: Thunderbolts* - Is The MCU Back?! | Movie Night
The age of the Avengers is over, it's time for Earth's new mightiest heroes to stand and fight! This week the boys discuss what they thought of the MCU's newest film, Thunderbolts. Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 18: Sinners | Movie Night
The boys take a trip to Mississippi in the 1930's to discuss everyone's new favorite vampire movie, Sinners!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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Episode 17: Terrifier 2 | Movie Night
The Boys decided to get back into the spooky vibes by watching Terrifier 2! Was it as good as the first one or was it better? Listen now to find out!Follow us!Instagram - Barely Literate Book & Movie ClubTwitch - JarickhoTwitch - Gooberino16
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Barely Literate is a book and movie club for everyone! Whether you're a total bookworm, a film buff, or just barely literate like us. Join hosts Chris & Nick as they dive into epic stories, break down books and films, and go on plenty of fun tangents along the way. Expect lively discussions, questionable pronunciations, and a good time. New episodes every week—come read (or watch) with us!
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