Happy Horror Time

Who could forget Hamilton High’s free-spirited prom queen, Mary Lou Maloney? Lisa Schrage’s iconic performance reminded us that “it’s not who you come with, it’s who takes you home.” Tune in to hear Lisa’s thoughts on playing the titular role in “Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II,” her favorite scenes from the film, and what she thought of Tim’s fabulous Halloween costume.

From a dreary new take on a werewolf tale, to a classic whodunit in a snowy setting, the two movies we discuss this week felt… well, cold! “The Cursed” features silver fangs, a terrifying scarecrow, and the most unhelpful sister ever, while “No Exit” had us fearing nail guns and saying “Jaaaaaay” in our best old lady voices. Tune in to find out why!

This week we welcome friend of the podcast and host of “Let Me Tell You Somethin’ B*tch,” Roi, to join us as we discuss the new “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” requel. Tune in to hear us break down every detail, from each gory kill to that sewage pipe spill, and the most contentious point of all — how old Leatherface must be at this point.

Sure, you may recognize Diane Franklin from “Better Off Dead” or “Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure,” but we celebrate the fact that she had iconic roles in 2 different Amityville films. Tune in to hear her thoughts on the controversial material in “Amityville II: The Possession,” what it was like returning to the series 36 years later in “The Amityville Murders,” and that time she auditioned for t...

Tropical sharks? A naïve hottie living off the grid? Is there anything Alicia Silverstone can’t handle? This week we discuss two new thrillers starring our favorite “Clueless” star. In “The Requin,” Alicia battles a tropical storm, ravenous sharks, and a ton of CGI. “Last Survivors” is a twist on a post-apocalyptic film, placing Alicia opposite the most groomed wilderness man we’ve ever seen.

What is horror in 2022 without thrillers about a virtual assistance app and toxic masculinity? “See for Me” made us happy not to be rich enough to possess anything worthy of a safe. And while we giggled at the title of “Slapface,” the content was definitely nothing to laugh at… but the eyebrows on its main star were on point!

Joe Bandelli has been a part of some of the most popular names in found footage horror, having written & directed the 2021 “Paranormal Activity” series documentary and produced all 3 “Hell House LLC” films. Tune in to hear our conversation with this true horror fan as he reveals tons of details we never knew about both of these enduring franchises.

A new “Scream” movie is out, so of course we dedicated an entire SPOILER-FILLED episode to discussing it. After a quick recap of Screams 1-4, we dive into the 5th film and break down everything from the thrills to the kills, the squeals to the reveals, the highs to the whys… aaand we’re outta rhymes. Tune in for all this + Matt’s mediocre Ghostface impression! 😱

She gave us 525,600 reasons to love her in “Rent,” but horror fans remember Tracie Thoms as stuntwoman Kim, who drove (and fought) like a badass in “Death Proof.” Tune in to hear all about making this grindhouse flick, working with Quentin Tarantino, and how her love for the horror genre led to becoming a commentator on Shudder’s docuseries, “Behind the Monsters.”

Circus geeks or holiday bloodsuckers? Take your pick from the two movies we discuss this week. “Nightmare Alley” (2021) gave us an all-star cast, a chicken beheading, a bathtub HJ, and the desire to never want psychic abilities. While “Red Snow” had a “Misery + Vampires” feel to it, with a cute bloodsucker wearing outfits Annie Wilkes would be proud of.

As lovable prankster Shelly in “Friday the 13th Part 3,” Larry Zerner is the only franchise star who donned the iconic hockey mask before Jason Voorhees. Tune in to hear all about filming this sequel, the challenges of capturing everything for 3D, and the incredible story behind how he was discovered and handpicked for this role.

Kristen Cloke battled two sadistic killers with an eyeball fetish in “Black Christmas” (2006), but fell prey to a lethal combination of vodka, a computer, and a knife block in “Final Destination.” Tune in to hear all about making these enduring thrillers, what the studio changed in “Black Christmas,” and how her extensive “Final Destination” death scene was filmed.

Some people like their holidays filled with tidings of comfort and joy. We, on the other hand, prefer murder, mayhem, and end-of-the-world madness! Tune in to hear us take you through “Silent Night” (2021) and “The Advent Calendar,” two new holiday horror films that are less cheery and more dreary — perfect for those screaming of a fright(ful) Christmas.

Big hair, big clowns, bloodthirsty zombies? Sounds like a Suzanne Snyder ‘80s film! Tune in to hear what it was like being in some of the most unique genre films of the ‘80s, from working with John Hughes in “Weird Science,” to being trapped in a huge circus balloon in “Killer Klowns From Outer Space,” to kissing Thom Mathews in “Return of the Living Dead Part II.”

From ghostly walkers to zombie shoppers, the movies we discuss this week cover most of the horror sub-genres. “Double Walker” is like a dream, where everything’s beautiful, creepy, and just the right amount of confusing. “Black Friday” gives us Bruce Campbell, Devon Sawa, and yet another reason not to go shopping the day after Thanksgiving.

Peter Anthony’s script for a direct sequel to “Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood” not only impressed original heroine, Lar Park Lincoln, but convinced additional Pt 7 stars, Terry Kiser and Kevin Spirtas, to return for this fan film. Tune in to hear all about “Rose Blood” leading up to its release and reflect on “F13 Pt VII” with its leading man.

From visions of spirits in the past, to possessed cult members in the present, the norm for these two movies was the paranormal. Tune in to hear all about the 60s music, murder, and British accents in “Last Night in Soho,” then stay as we discuss a sequel that’s not exactly a 23andMe success story — “Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin.”

William McNamara not only starred in a Dario Argento horror flick, but he also played the unforgettable serial killer who terrorizes Sigourney Weaver in the 1995 thriller, “Copycat.” Tune in to hear him reveal secrets about making both films, how he prepared for the role of Peter Foley, and the surprise coaching he got from Sir Anthony Hopkins.

It’s a Happy Horror Time Halloween! 🎃 Not only are we celebrating one year to the day since we relaunched this podcast, but we’ve dedicated the entire episode to discussing “Halloween Kills.” Did JLC get enough screen time? Did Kyle Richards hold her own? Did we take a drink every time someone said “evil dies tonight?” Tune in to find out!

Just like her cousin Laurie, Kara Strode seemed like the unassuming girl next door. But boy could she hold her own against Michael Myers! Tune in to hear Marianne Hagan tell us all about bringing this integral character to life, anecdotes about Donald Pleasence’s sense of humor, and the friendship she formed with Paul Rudd while filming.

There aren’t many performances in the Halloween franchise as memorable as Wendy Foxworth’s portrayal of Tina Williams. She was a free spirit, hated cats, and was never sensible if she could help it! Tune in to hear all about filming “Halloween 5,” the influence Tina has had on horror fans, and Wendy’s thoughts on both the lovers and the haters.

The third “Halloween” film may have taken a stab at horror without Michael Myers, but it introduced us to 3 killer masks, a haunting jingle, and Stacey Nelkin’s iconic character — Ellie Grimbridge. Tune in to hear all about making this cult classic, how they filmed all her scenes as a robot, and her thoughts on what actually happened to Ellie at the end.

Ana Alicia played Haddonfield Memorial Hospital’s most innocent (and non tech-savvy) nurse in “Halloween II.” Tune in to hear all about the acting class that led to her involvement in the film, how her death scene resulted in an actual injury on set, and the crazy story behind being taken flying by a fellow cast member before shooting began.

Deborah Voorhees may have met her demise via gardening shears in “Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning,” but she’s back directing & starring in a new slasher flick featuring tons of horror stars — “13 Fanboy.” Tune in to hear all about filming her scenes in the fifth F13 movie, how she came up with the story behind this new thriller, and why horror lovers should definitely check out “13 Fan...

For over 40 years, Adrienne Barbeau has established an unrivaled legacy in genre films like “The Fog,” “Escape From New York,” “Creepshow,” “Swamp Thing,” and countless others. Tune in to hear all about filming these classics, her memorable first encounter with John Carpenter, and her thoughts on being referred to as a “horror icon.”