Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast

Is this a simple haunted house story, or something more? This month, I’m taking a deep dive into this Stephen King adaptation and what it has to say about being trapped in the personal hell that is room 1408. Read the original blog that inspired this episode: 1408: Trapped in Purgatory View the many endings of this film: Theatrical Ending The Worst Ending Alternate Endings

This month, I’m sharing a special collaboration episode originally released on Creature Comforts, a spinoff show featured on Straight Chilling’s YouTube channel that explores horror adjacent films. Justin and I are discussing the more gruesome aspects of The Passion of the Christ, why the movie might resonate with horror fans, and how I personally view it as a religious person. Watch this episode...

In this Women in Horror Month episode, Im joined by Jacqueline from A Cut Above to discuss motherhood, purgatory, and judgement in Silent Hill. For weekly horror review, check out A Cut Above Horror Review .

I'm joined by Bob from Straight Chilling to discuss the world of voodoo, magic, and scientific discovery in Wes Craven's The Serpent and the Rainbow. We also chat about playing drums in worship bands and the controversy of wearing pants on stage at my childhood church. For weekly horror review, check out Straight Chilling Podcast on your favorite pod catcher.

In this special Christmas episode, I’m sharing two classic horror tales for the season - The Dancing Partner and Smee. Wraparound Story:  Between the Lights, E.F. Benson, 1912 Narrator's Story: The Dancing Partner, Jerome K. Jerome, 1893 Edward's Story: Smee, A.M. Burrage, 1929

I'm joined by Logan of Ghoulish University to discuss spiritual celebrities, hauntings, and exorcism and in The Conjuring. Listen to Ghoulish University Follow Christopher McKenny on Instagram Watch Ghost Adventures ridiculousness

I’m joined once again by special guest Nat to discuss the highs, lows and multi-denominational approach to exorcism in David’s Gordon Green’s latest installment. Follow Nat's work on Instagram @lunathespectre .

I'm joined by good friend Nat to discuss the complexity of humanity, finding your own faith and the beauty of self-sacrifice in the The Exorcist. Follow Nat's work on Instagram @lunathespectre . Sacred Terror: Religion and Horror on the Silver Screen by Douglas Cowan, featured on Shudder's Cursed Films

I'm joined by first-time guest David (who I also happen to married to) to discuss crisis of faith and culty churches in The Last Exorcism. We're also discussing our personal journey with deconstruction and David’s experience as an ordained missionary. If you're in touring band and you're interested in free lodging while on tour, check out RYFO .

In this episode, I'm joined by my Mom, Sherry, to discuss growing up in church, cults and true crime in Ti West’s The Sacrament.

In this bonus episode, I'm joined by Bethany, co-host on my first podcast Disney Native . We're discussing the highs, lows, easter eggs and happy haunts in Disney's Haunted Mansion. Listen to Disney Native Grim, Grinning Ghosts - A Tribute to the Haunted Mansion   Boo Bash!   River Country Film   Read the Blog The Dark Side of Disney World  

I'm joined by Andy from The Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss monsters, religious fanatics, and the flaws of humanity in Frank Darabont's The Mist. Watch When Darkness Came: The Making of the Mist Listen Religion in Horror: Midnight Mass The Straight Chilling Podcast

I’m joined by friend of the show Sunny to discuss pagan festivals, symbolism, toxic relationships, and manipulation in Ari Aster’s Midsommar.

I’m discussing my personal experience with religion and how it connects to mania and faith in Mike Flanagan’s fresh take on an old subgenre. Read Fear + Faith Blog Post   Listen Beware the Jesus Bunny: Easter Recommendations   Storytime: Young Goodman Brown  

This year, I’m reflecting on the last decade of female-driven horror in a discussion about how far we’ve come and where I’d like to see us go next. Listen: American Mary on A Cut Above Horror Review Knock at the Cabin on Straight Chilling Shop: Anna's House of Wax Read: https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-horror-movies-directed-by-women/ https://scariesthings.com/2020/12/01/dead-list-3...

In this episode, I'm joined by Randy from the Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss creativity and criticism in The Menu . We're also sharing some of our personal experiences as creative professionals, and chatting about the best meal we've ever had.

In this episode, I’m joined by friends of the pod to discuss some of our favorite spooky season content, including TV episodes and underrated gems. I’m also sharing a campfire tale from Knifepoint Horror to kick off the Halloween weekend. Special thanks to our guests! TV Episodes: A Cut Above Horror Review Underrated Gems: The Straight Chilling Podcast “Trail” written by: Soren Narnia of Knifepoin...

It’s Easter week and although we nerds love our holiday horrors, Easter isn’t one that immediately comes to mind as a favorite. But I put a little thought into it, and have a few unconventional recommendations that I think fit the bill for the Easter season. Read more: Daybreakers: The Gospel According to Vampires Holidays (2016): The Jesus Bunny

When Goodman Brown ventures into the Salem woods to meet a mysterious stranger, he discovers that his friends and neighbors are not who they seem, and gains a deeper knowledge that will haunt him for the rest of his life.

It’s time once again for another Women in Horror episode! This year, I’m joined by Jacqueline from A Cut Above Horror Review, and we’re talking about the most influential women in horror. We approached this topic from both a historical and personal perspective, discussing women from many forms of media including authors, directors, actors, podcasters and more. This is obviously a huge topic and th...

I don't usually review new films, but I had such a blast with Scream (Scream 5, Scream 2022, etc, etc) that I wanted to take a few minutes to talk about it. In today's episode, I'm discussing nostalgia, pros, cons, old cast members, new killers and more!

In my last episode of the year, I'm recapping my year in horror including new and "new to me" movies and series. I'm also talking a bit about what's to come in 2022.  I'm so grateful for my listeners and happy to be a part of the larger horror community. Stay safe, stay warm and Happy New Year, friends!

I managed to make it back to Halloween Horror Nights once again this year despite living roughly 1000 miles away. In this Halloween bonus, I’m sharing my experience with the crowds, houses, scare zones and more!

Hello friends. It's time to share another dark tale for spooky season. In this story written by Algernon Blackwood, a school administrator vacationing in the French Alps is lucky to find last minute lodging, but finds something rather unexpected and unsettling in his room...

During the spring of 1692, a group of young girls in Salem Village, Massachusetts, claimed to be possessed by the devil and accused several local women and men of witchcraft. These accusations sparked the infamous Salem witch trials, which resulted in the execution of 20 innocent people.  Today, Salem is a lovely tourist town and a haven for the weird and the spooky. My Mom and I spent a week...