Religion in Horror: The Wicker Man (1973)
In this episode, I’m exploring the complicated intersection of faith, reason, and devotion in the 1973 classic, The Wicker Man. I’ll also dive into the history and symbolism of May Day celebrations and examine how The Wicker Man helped define and popularize the folk horror subgenre.
David Lynch Detour: A Twin Peaks Discussion
In this episode, I’m joined by friend of the show Randy to discuss the groundbreaking and confounding series, Twin Peaks. We’re chatting about why we love it, it’s impact on the media landscape, and much more.
Southern Gothic: The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976)
In this episode, I'm discussing my recent visit to Texarkana for the 50th anniversary screening of the proto-slasher "The Town That Dreaded Sundown" by Arkansas filmmaker Charles B. Pierce.
Religion in Horror: The Clovehitch Killer
I’m joined by friend of the show Sunny to discuss church culture, family conflict, and secret lives in The Clovehitch Killer. We’re also chatting about Dennis Rader, the BTK killer, and why we’re drawn to true crime stories.
WIHM 2026: The Descent
In this Women in Horror Month episode, I’m joined by first-time guest Caitlin to discuss the terror of misadventure and the fantastic ensemble female cast in The Descent.
Stephen King Detour: IT: Welcome to Derry
In this bonus episode, I’m joined by Bob from the Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss season one of IT: Welcome to Derry. This series has been getting alot of praise, but what did we think of the twists, turns and unexpected choices in this entry? Will we be watching next season? Tune in find out.
Nightmare in the Ozarks 2025
This is my second year attending this festival and I had an absolute blast. This hidden gem deserves more attention, and I'm excited to recap my experience at the festival, including the movies I saw and what makes it a special event.
Fundamental Frights: Creepshow
Creepshow has become a very important part of my annual spooky season tradition. I'm discussing the stellar cast, the classic horror vibes, and the masters of horror that make this possibly the best anthology ever created.
Fundamental Frights: Tower of Terror
We're kicking off Halloween season with a Disney Channel classic, Tower of Terror from 1997. In this episode, I'm joined by Justin from Straight Chilling to discuss the ride, the movie, 90s nostalgia and how we felt revisiting this kids movie as adults.
Fundamental Frights: It Follows
In this episode, I'm joined by first-time guest and friend of the show Hydraberg to discuss ambiguity, atmosphere, and the relentless pursuit of death in It Follows. Is this movie worth the hype? What is it really about? Tune in to find out.
Fundamental Frights: Sinister
In this installment of the Fundamental Frights series, I’m discussing the boogeyman, cursed films and why Sinister has become one of my favorite horror movies.
Fundamental Frights: Dark Night of the Scarecrow
In this episode, I’m joined by my Mom to discuss this made for tv gem from 1981. We’re chatting about watching it with my Grandpa and why we still enjoy it decades later.
Storytime– The Colour Out of Space
In this tale by H.P. Lovecraft, a mysterious meteor crashes at a farm in the Ozark hills, leaking an unearthly color that slowly poisons the land. As the strange contamination spreads, it brings madness and decay, leaving behind a haunting void that defies explanation.
Stephen King Detour: The Tommyknockers
The Tommyknockers is one of Stephen King's more bizarre books and miniseries. I recently went down a rabbit trail exploring why this story has a bad reputation, and why I enjoy it in spite of that.
Fundamental Frights: SAW
SAW was a game changer for horror. In this episode, I'm discussing my personal history with the film, and how a sold out emo show led me to a life-changing viewing of James Wan's SAW in 2005.
WIHM 2025: The Invitation
I'm joined once again by Jacqueline from A Cut Above for a women in horror month special! We're chatting about the weirdness of LA, dealing with death, awkward gatherings, and the impactful ending in Karyn Kusama's The Invitation.
Fundamental Frights: A Nightmare on Elm Street
In the first episode of the Fundamental Frights series, I'm discussing A Nightmare on Elm Street from 1984. I'm diving into the legacy of Wes Craven and why this movie is so important to my own horror history.
Creature Comforts: A Christmas Carol
I join Justin from Straight Chilling for a discussion of the classic tale, A Christmas Carol. We’re chatting about the book and the many film adaptations that have made this story a timeless icon of the season. Here's to Haunted Holidays and a Spooky New Year!
Stephen King Detour: Live from Bangor, Maine
I am a lifelong Stephen King fan and constant reader. My Mom and I recently spent a few days exploring the Bangor, Maine area including locations that inspired IT, Pet Sematary and more. Come along and join us for a tour of Stephen King Country!
Religion in Horror: Southbound
I'm joined by friend of the show Logan to discuss crime, punishment, and the bad decisions that lead us down the dark road in Southbound.