So, You Like Horror? Podcast

What's happening, folks? Welcome back to the podcast. This week, we dive into one of the most legendary—and controversial—films in horror history: The Blair Witch Project. I'm joined by Rikki Tikki Timber, as we explore how this micro-budget indie shocked audiences, pioneered the found-footage style, and redefined horror marketing with viral websites, fake missing posters, and whispered rumors tha...

🚨 Bonus Episode Alert! 🚨 This week on the podcast, Maryland Phil and Chucky O. take over to discuss two franchises linked in so many ways, but separated in this instance. First up: Predator: Killer of Killers — They share initial impressions, what worked, what didn’t, and why the Yautja lore still keeps us hooked. They talk about how humans clash with the hunters, the concern of skipping canon j...

Two Dawns. Two Malls. One Zombie Showdown. 🧟‍♂️ 🧟‍♂️ Slow & shambling… or fast & feral? It’s Dawn of the Dead (1978) vs. Dawn of the Dead (2004) — two malls, two zombie apocalypses, and one big question: Which one would you survive? 🩸 From Romero’s consumerism satire and iconic blue-skinned undead to Snyder’s sprinting chaos and relentless gore, we’re breaking down every bite, brawl, an...

What's happening, friends? This week on the podcast, Sarah Beth and I wanted to talk about Ryan Coogler’s vampire tale, Sinners, set in 1932 Clarksdale, Mississippi. Blending supernatural horror with rich historical and cultural themes, Sinners tells the story of twin brothers Smoke and Stack, who return to the Deep South to open a juke joint with stolen mob money, only to find themselves battling...

Greetings, folks, and welcome back. This week on the podcast, we examine the shadowy legacy of one of horror’s most iconic tales, Nosferatu. Joined by guest hosts Amy and Jenn, we explore how this vampiric nightmare has evolved across generations by comparing Werner Herzog’s somber 1979 reimagining Nosferatu the Vampyre with Robert Eggers’ highly stylized and psychologically harrowing 2024 interpr...

Greetings, folks! This week on the podcast, I'm joined by George Ivanoff as we take a deep dive into the apocalyptic trilogy that redefined modern horror—28 Days Later, 28 Weeks Later, and the freshly released 28 Years Later. We begin by revisiting 28 Days Later, Danny Boyle’s 2002 classic that launched fast-moving infected into the genre and delivered a raw, emotionally charged vision of a crumbl...

What's up, you culty loons? This week on the podcast, I sit down with Scott Thomas to dissect one of horror’s most infamous remake showdowns—The Wicker Man (1973) vs. The Wicker Man (2006). We explore the allure of the 1973 folk horror classic, examining its themes of religious conflict, sexual repression, blind faith, and cultural relativism. Then, the conversation shifts to Nicolas Cage’s wild 2...

What's up, freaks? This week on the podcast, I tackle the legacy of Friday the 13th by comparing the 1980 original to its 2009 remake. We begin with a breakdown of both films—Sean S. Cunningham’s suspenseful whodunit that introduced Pamela Voorhees as one of horror’s earliest female slashers, and Marcus Nispel’s grittier reimagining that transformed Jason into a brutal, territorial hunter. We disc...

What’s happening, spooky folk? This week on the podcast, I welcome back Rikki Tikki Timber to break down Jordan Peele’s psychological horror film Get Out.  We explore how Peele uses suspense, dark humor, and disturbing visuals to highlight themes of racism, identity erasure, and control. From the unforgettable “Sunken Place” scene to the coded language of liberal hypocrisy at the Armitage family’s...

What’s up, humans? This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Chad and Eugene to break down the 2025 sci-fi horror film Companion.  We explore the existential and ethical questions the film raises: Are sentient machines deserving of rights? What defines humanity and self-awareness? We also praise standout performances, such as Sophie Thatcher’s evolution from naive companion to self-aware survivor, a...

What’s up, sleepy heads? This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Jon Yoe as we dive into the nightmares of Springwood to compare A Nightmare on Elm Street from 1984 and its 2010 reimagining. In this episode, we explore how Wes Craven's original reshaped the slasher genre by blending supernatural terror with psychological depth, and introduced one of horror’s most unforgettable villains—Freddy Krue...

What’s up, horror fans? This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Kyle Prescott, as we dive into three standout alien horror films—Signs from 2002, Dark Skies from 2013, and Nope from 2022. At first glance, they all center on extra-terrestrial threats, but it’s the human drama beneath the surface that unites them. We break down each film’s plot and themes, from Signs' intimate story of faith and gri...

What’s up, you Thingamajigs? This week on the podcast, Maryland Phil and I, dive deep into two iconic interpretations of John W. Campbell Jr.’s novella Who Goes There?—The Thing from Another World (1951) and John Carpenter’s The Thing (1982). We explore how these two films, separated by three decades, offer drastically different takes on the same terrifying concept. We start with the 1951 classic,...

What’s happening, horror lovers? This week on the podcast, I welcome @scotthmas83 as we sit down and discuss the 2007 horror sci-fi film adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Mists”. We begin with the harrowing arrival of the mist after a violent storm, trapping David Drayton, his young son Billy, and a group of townspeople inside a supermarket. As military trucks speed through town and a bloodied man...

What's up, Ghost Hunters? This week on the podcast, we dive into the haunted history of 13 Ghosts from 1960 and its 2001 remake, Thir13en Ghosts. We explore how William Castle’s campy original introduced audiences to haunted house gimmicks like Illusion-O and playful ghost designs, while Steve Beck’s remake turned up the intensity with brutal supernatural horror, complex ghost backstories, and a d...

What’s up, horror fiends? This week on the podcast, we’re diving headfirst into the eerie, Vatican-centric world of exorcism horror with 2023's The Pope’s Exorcist. Joining me once again is Shoky from the Now, You Made It Awkward Podcast, and together, we break down the film’s gothic horror atmosphere, intense action-thriller elements, and its deeper themes of faith, doubt, and institutional secre...

What's up, Horror Junkies? This week, I'm joined by Sarah Beth to celebrate my birthday as we take a deep dive into the 10 horror films that shaped my love for the genre. From the meta-horror brilliance of Scream to the relentless terror of Halloween and A Nightmare on Elm Street, we explore how slasher icons like Ghostface, Michael Myers, and Freddy Krueger redefined horror and kept us up at nigh...

What's up, folks? This week on the podcast, I'm flying solo. So, for this episode, I will explore The Amityville Horror in our Remake vs. Original series, comparing the eerie 1979 classic to its intense 2005 remake. We begin with the real-life horror behind 112 Ocean Avenue before analyzing the original film’s slow-burn psychological terror and the remake’s modern, action-driven scares. From Georg...

What’s up, horror junkies? This week on the podcast, I welcome back Mannuel C. to explore the intriguing concept of “Non-Horror Horror,” where we discuss films that challenge traditional definitions of the horror genre. From the psychological manipulation in The Good Son to the dark thriller elements of Seven, we dissect why these movies, despite their chilling themes, might not be universally con...

Happy New Year, folks. This week on the podcast, Maryland Phil and Joe KW join me to kick things off as we introduce this year’s theme: Remakes vs. Originals. In this episode, we explore the art of remaking horror classics, examining what makes these films unique, why filmmakers revisit them, and whether they truly add value to their franchises. From remakes that surpassed their originals to those...

What’s up, everybody, and welcome back. This week on the podcast, my co-host from the Colompton Beer Club, Thor Bentley, joins me as we dive into the 2022 slasher Bitch Ass, a film that blends classic horror tropes with innovative storytelling and cultural depth. We explore how Bitch Ass pays homage to iconic slashers like Halloween and Texas Chainsaw Massacre while introducing fresh twists like m...

What's up, you creepy fools? This week on the podcast, I'm joined by Sarah Beth, Bobby Skullface, Mrs. Skullface, and Jaina as we dive into the legacy of one of the most iconic horror films ever, The Exorcist. From the groundbreaking story of demonic possession to the film's chilling on-set accidents, mysterious deaths, and long-lasting impact, this episode explores the infamous "cursed film" theo...

Hey friends and freaks, what's up? This week on the podcast, we did things a little differently. For this episode, we welcome back Amy, a.k.a @aces_wild27, from episode 12, Children of the Night, and Jenn, a.k.a. @867_jenn_5309 from episode 6, the Conjuring Universe, to explore the chilling subgenre of Isolation Horror. From its literary roots in Frankenstein to modern films like The Shining and A...

Seasons Greetings, folks. Welcome back for another week of shenanigans. For this episode, we review the Halloween and Christmas classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas. We give a brief breakdown of the movie as we go over the various themes throughout the movie. We also discuss the appeal after all these years and the magic of marketing. The Nightmare Before Christmas (also known as Tim Burton's T...

Happy Halloween, folks. This week on the podcast, I sit down with Rikki Tikki Timber, and we discuss essential Halloween films. We discuss everything from original classic films like Halloween and The Exorcist to modern classics like Hereditary and Trick 'r Treat. We even talk about films like Coraline, Monster House, and The Nightmare Before Christmas, to include some picks for the family-friendl...