Scary Spirits Podcast

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we’re celebratin’ the birthday of that fine feller Tyler Labine (born May 29th) by takin’ a scholarly‑like look at the hilarious 2010 horror‑comedy classic, Tucker & Dale vs. Evil . Join them big‑city brainiacs Karen and Greg as they cipher through chainsaws, college kids, and a whole heap of misunderstandin’s that turn two good‑natured hillbillies into...

This week upon the Scary Spirits Podcast , we tip our collective monocle to the April 19th birthday of the illustrious Ashley Judd by plunging headfirst into the jittery, nerve-scorching depths of William Friedkin’s 2007 psychological horror film, Bug . Your ever-valiant hosts, Karen and Greg , conduct a spirited parlor discussion on paranoia, isolation, and the creeping terror that crawls beneath...

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we draw back the velvet curtain to commemorate the U.S. release anniversary of Hammer Horror’s 1971 classic, Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde , released on April 15th . With scholarly precision and a suitably macabre twinkle, hosts Karen and Greg examine the film’s daring reimagining of Robert Louis Stevenson’s tale—where science, repression, and identity intertw...

Wow… this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we’re sliding back into the jungle for a seriously wild celebration of the 1997 cult creature feature Anaconda —yeah, that Anaconda —which slithered into theaters on April 11, 1997 , starring Jennifer Lopez and a whole lot of oversized snake energy. It’s one of those late‑’90s horror-adventure movies that just makes you lean back and go, “Wow… they rea...

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we beckon you into the shadowed heart of modern Hammer Horror as we commemorate the recent U.S. release anniversary of the 2009 folk‑horror gem Wake Wood , unveiled stateside on March 25, 2011. A film steeped in ancient ritual, creeping dread, and the terrible cost of defying death, Wake Wood stands as a chilling reminder that some doors, once opened, can n...

What’s scarier than getting older? Realizing the party was never meant for you. This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we celebrate Karen’s birthday the only way that feels right—by diving headfirst into the bizarre, chaotic, and wildly unpredictable 2004 cult horror film The Birthday , starring Corey Feldman . What begins as a simple birthday party spirals into something far stranger, funnier,...

Good evening, dear listener… and welcome to a most atmospheric installment of Scary Spirits , where reverence for classic horror and scholarly delight walk hand in hand through the shadows. In this week’s episode, we commemorate the March 15th anniversary of Hammer Films’ 1967 gothic horror classic, The Mummy’s Shroud —a chilling relic of Britain’s golden age of terror. Join your hosts, Karen and...

Hush now… and listen closely. This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , I invite you back to Camp Crystal Lake as we honor the cursed calendar day that started it all— Friday the 13th . Join your doomed counselors, Karen and Greg , as they bravely revisit the 2009 Friday the 13th film , dissecting every kill, callback, and chilling moment that dares disturb Jason’s legacy. As the blood runs cold, t...

Come closer… the shadows grow restless. This week on the Scary Spirits podcast , Greg presses onward in his relentless crusade to review every Hammer Horror film , dragging the 1966 cult nightmare The Witches , starring the chillingly composed Joan Fontaine , out from beneath layers of dust and dread. Your hosts Karen and Greg peer deep into this unsettling piece of classic British horror, unravel...

This week, dear listeners, Scary Spirits Podcast lifts its candle to the storm‑lit heavens to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Ken Russell’s 1986 cult horror film Gothic —a delirious vision born of madness, poetry, and moon‑drenched terror. Join your devoted hosts, Karen and Greg , as they descend into the fevered dreams of the film, where Lord Byron himself looms large, temptation whispers, an...

Step softly into the fog‑shrouded marshes of classic Hammer Horror as Scary Spirits raises a ghostly toast to two unforgettable icons. In this chilling new episode, we commemorate the birthdays of Oliver Reed and Yvonne Romain with a reverent yet spirited review of the 1962 Hammer masterpiece Captain Clegg , also known in the United States as Night Creatures . With measured wit and scholarly delig...

This week, step into the smooth and shadowy groove of the Scary Spirits Podcast as we serenade the season of love— with a twist . Karen and Greg pour their hearts (and a little something stronger) into a spirited review of the 2020 horror film “ Cupid .” Like a love song gone wrong, this episode blends romance and chills as our hosts unpack the film’s dark take on affection, revenge, and supernatu...

Step quietly into the quarantine zone this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast as we honor the birthday of legendary filmmaker George A. Romero —the architect of modern horror. To mark the occasion, hosts Karen and Greg descend into the chaotic, fever‑stricken world of Romero’s 1973 cult classic, The Crazies . In this episode, they dissect the film’s unsettling blend of government paranoia, small‑to...

Step into an atmosphere of elegance, intrigue, and just a hint of the macabre. This week on The Scary Spirits Podcast , we honor what would have been Sharon Tate’s 83rd birthday on January 24th with a spellbinding look at the 1966 supernatural thriller Eye of the Devil (also known as 13 ). In true celebratory fashion, your ever‑spirited hosts Karen and Greg guide you through the film’s shadowy cor...

This week, dear listeners, we summon you into the shadowed realm of British folk horror. In honor of Hammer Glamour icon Linda Hayden’s birthday on January 19th, the Scary Spirits Podcast dares to revisit the chilling masterpiece of 1971— The Blood on Satan’s Claw . Prepare yourselves as hosts Karen and Greg dissect this sinister tale of pagan terror, possession, and the creeping corruption of inn...

A Betty White–Worthy Celebration on Scary Spirits Podcast ! Well, hello there, dear! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we’re throwing a birthday bash fit for a legend! That’s right, in honor of Betty White’s birthday on January 17 , the gang is diving teeth‑first into the delightfully campy 1999 creature feature, Lake Placid . Join your hosts Karen and Greg as they revisit this cult‑c...

Unearthing the Undead: Celebrating Hammer Horror’s “ The Plague of the Zombies ”! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , we dig up something sinister from the grave—Hammer Horror’s chilling classic, The Plague of the Zombies (1966). As the film’s 60th anniversary approaches on January 14th , join hosts Karen and Greg as they peel back the rotting layers of this undead masterpiece. Expect eerie i...

Listen to me now and believe me later! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we’re not just celebrating New Year’s Eve—we’re taking you straight to the end of the world! That’s right, we’re reviewing the explosive 1999 apocalyptic horror-action film “ End of Days “, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. It’s the ultimate showdown between good and evil, and trust me, this episode will pump...

Well, hello there, friends! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast , Greg’s feeling mighty festive and has picked a real holiday treat for us to unwrap: the 2023 holiday horror-comedy “ It’s a Wonderful Knife .” Yep, you heard that right—a slasher with a Christmas twist! Join Karen and Greg as they cozy up with a Frozen Hot Chocolate Martini (sounds like heaven, doesn’t it?) and dive into this fri...

“Scary Spirits Podcast” Presents: A Blood-Chilling Christmas Treat! Greetings, creatures of the night! This week, your fearless hosts Karen and Greg sink their fangs into the 2021 holiday horror gem “ Red Snow .” Yes, my dear fiends, Christmas has never been so… crimson. Join us as we unravel the sinister secrets lurking beneath the snowdrifts, dissecting every chilling twist and vampiric turn of...

Unearthing Cinematic Secrets: The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb (1964) . Step into the sands of time with this week’s Scary Spirits Podcast , where Greg has once again chosen a Hammer classic for our archaeological review. This time, we delve into the 1964 film “ The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb ” —a film that dares to awaken ancient mysteries and forbidden tombs. Join Karen and Greg as they excavate the...

Holiday Horrorshow: It’s a # Christmassacre ! Folks, I don’t know who this “ Karen ” is, but she ain’t sending no fruitcake this year. She’s got the goods, the bad goods, the kind of holiday cheer that ends with an axe handle to the skull! This week, your “Scary Spirits” crew—that’s Karen and some guy named Greg —are strapping in for a festive...

Hammer Horror’s Atomic Terror: X the Unknown (1956) – Reviewed! Hear my words, and tremble… This week, on the Scary Spirits Podcast , the unyielding crusade continues. Your devoted host, Greg, dives deep into the hallowed (and often bloody) vaults of Hammer Film Productions , selecting a true relic from the atomic age: the chilling 1956 science fiction masterpiece, X the Unknown . Forg...

Celebrate Rock Hudson’s Birthday with a Thrilling Film Review! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, hosts Karen and Greg raise a glass to Hollywood legend Rock Hudson , born November 17th, by diving into his haunting 1966 masterpiece, “ Seconds “. Discover why this psychological thriller remains a cult classic as our hosts share insights, behind-the-scenes trivia, and their own chil...

Return to Terror! Celebrating 82 Years of “ The Return of the Vampire “! Sink your teeth into this week’s episode of Scary Spirits! Hosts Karen and Greg are raising a glass to the 82nd anniversary of the spooky 1943 classic, “ The Return of the Vampire ,” which premiered on November 11th. This overlooked gem stars Bela Lugosi in a chilling post-Universal Dracula role!...