Ep 01 - Welcome to the Exploit Circus

Welcome to the Exploit Circus

In this introductory episode of the Exploit Circus podcast, hosts Ring Master Jay and Dancing Monkey C invite the audience to a thrilling journey through the realm of exploitation cinema. Jay shares his deep-rooted love for horror and exploitation films, tracing his fascination back to childhood experiences, while C, new to the genre, is ready to explore it under Jay's guidance. The episode outlines the podcast's structure, which includes movie reviews, weekly grievances, and various recommendations. Listen in to discover more about the origins and elements of exploitation cinema, with anecdotes and insights from the hosts.

00:00 Welcome to the Exploit Circus
01:26 Meet Your Hosts: Ring Master J and Dancing Monkey C
01:52 Podcast Overview and Weekly Segments
02:48 C's Background and Introduction to Exploitation Cinema
03:45 Jay's Journey into Horror and Exploitation Films
09:35 C's Perspective on Horror and Exploitation Films
10:54 Podcast Structure and What to Expect
12:47 The Evolution of Exploitation Cinema
16:24 Modern Exploitation Films and Their Impact
25:20 Closing Remarks and Thank You