Episode 154. Road Rage: Duel (1971) and Maximum Overdrive (1986)

Cars, trucks, and open roads are calling to Andrea and Alex with two vehicular-themed horror films. From masculine insecurities to technophobia, this episode attempts to unearth where we’re going on these trips and what is waiting for us.    Class of 2026 merch is live, featuring original artwork by Mr. Revenge!   Join our Patreon community!   REQUIRED READING Duel. Dir. Steven Speilberg, 1971.  Maximum Overdrive. Dir. Stephen King, 1986.  EXTRA CREDIT Richard Matheson’s Duel. The short story that was adapted to the teleplay.   The “Man in the Car” Paradox. A look at the relationship between admiring fancy vehicles and(/or?) their drivers.   How Subarus Became the Car for Lesbians. Pretty self-explanatory!   Fast Cars, Clean Bodies. Kristin Ross’ book on technology and how it reorders society.    Monsters in the Archives. Caroline Bicks’ new book that delves into the origins of some of King’s most popular works including Night Shift.  LISTEN Right click or option-click here and choose “Save Target As”