Seasoned Skeptics

Seasoned Skeptic goes full exploitation mode this week with a triple bill of retro weirdness. From the blood-soaked, chainsaw-swinging cult in Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers to the polio-afflicted avenger morphing into an Oily Maniac in Shaw Brothers style, plus the mannequin-stalking terror of Tourist Trap—we're covering killers who wield (or become) the strangest weapons imaginable. Tune in for our...

Seasoned Skeptics is back with a vengeance-themed triple bill! We tackle the Becky saga: the original 2020 film where a rebellious teen turns the tables on invading convicts (Kevin James as a surprisingly menacing bad guy), and The Wrath of Becky (2023), where an older, angrier Becky unleashes hell on a group of extremists after they mess with the wrong girl (and her dog). Then we shift gears to S...

The latest episode of the Seasoned Skeptics Podcast is out now, and we're diving deep into some of the freshest (and freakiest) horror releases while keeping our signature skeptical eye peeled for what works, what flops, and what just leaves us grinning... or grimacing. We kick things off with Smile 2 (2024), the sequel that takes the cursed smile entity to new nightmare levels. Following pop sens...

Join hosts Nick and Derral on Seasoned Skeptics as the horror genre rookie (Nick) gets schooled by long-time fan Derral in this chilling yet fun breakdown! We dive deep into three wildly different scares: The eerie psychological terror of Smile (2022), where a cursed grin spreads unstoppable dread. The tense supernatural thriller The Black Phone (2021), with a kidnapped kid getting ghostly help fr...

Join hosts Nick and Derral on Season Skeptics as we dive into three wild 2025 horror releases we binged this week! We break down: The Monkey (Osgood Perkins' Stephen King adaptation) – cursed wind-up toy + outrageous gore + dark laughs Companion – twisted sci-fi thriller with shocking reveals and demented domestic vibes Together – supernatural body horror that takes "growing closer" to horrifying...

Dive into the chills with Nick and Derral's festive fright, On Seasoned Skeptics, where horror takes flight! This holiday episode's a bloody delight, Reviewing slashers that haunt through the night. First, Terrifier 2: Art the Clown rises once more, Stalking brave Sienna on Halloween's gore-soaked floor. Resurrected and ruthless, with kills beyond extreme, A destined warrior fights in this nightma...

Join hosts Nick and Derral on the Seasoned Skeptics Podcast as we dive deep into the explosive season finale of HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry – Episode 8, "Winter Fire"! In this spoiler-filled discussion, we recap the chaos: A deadly fog engulfs Derry after the military disrupts one of the ancient pillars, awakening Pennywise (Bill Skarsgård) early and unleashing his most terrifying rampage yet. The...

Seasoned Skeptic Podcast: Reviewing Netflix's Troll (2022), Troll 2 (2025), and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025)! Join hosts Nick and Derral on this epic monster mash episode of the Seasoned Skeptic Podcast – we're breaking down the biggest creature features currently dominating Netflix! We start with Troll (2022) – Roar Uthaug's thrilling Norwegian folklore-inspired blockbuster. An ancien...

Welcome to Derry – Episode 7: “The Black Spot” – Episode Summary Episode 7 is a gut-wrenching, lore-heavy penultimate chapter that many fans are calling the strongest of the season. The episode is structured around two timelines:

Season Skeptics is your irreverent guide to dissecting TV and film seasons through the sharp lens of skepticism, hosted by the dynamic duo Nick and Derral. Each episode, they dive into the highs, lows, plot holes, and hidden gems of a single season—questioning tropes, calling out lazy writing, and celebrating bold storytelling with humor, hot takes, and zero tolerance for filler. From horror hauls...

Nick and Derral tear into THREE wild films with zero mercy: WEAPONS (2025) – The controversial new horror-comedy from Zach Cregger (Barbarian) starring Josh Brolin and a truly unhinged Pedro Pascal. Is this the most chaotic, boundary-pushing satire of the year… or did it fumble the bag completely? We debate if it’s genius or just trying way too hard. BRING HER BACK (2025) – A24’s latest mind-bende...

In "29 Neibolt Street," Welcome to Derry cranks up the terror as Pennywise the Dancing Clown finally struts into full view, courtesy of Bill Skarsgård's chilling return. The episode dives deep into the sewers beneath Derry, where ancient lore unfolds. Meanwhile, young Lilly rallies her ragtag crew—including a hallucinatory "survivor" Matty—to rescue their pal Phil from the depths, only to stumble...

In this conversation, Nick and Derral delve into the first four episodes of the series set in Derry, exploring character dynamics, plot developments, and the overarching themes of horror and violence. They discuss the significance of Pennywise, connections to Stephen King's universe, and fan theories, while also sharing their predictions for future episodes. The dialogue is rich with insights into...