My Horror History

In Episode 16, Bev is joined by Eric Ellicock, returning guest on A Year in Horror, for an epic journey through the movies, monsters, and core memories that shaped his love for the genre! Eric takes us through a massive exploration of horror cinema history, covering everything from early gateway scares in The Omen, The Exorcist, and Carrie to deep dives into Lucio Fulci, Giallo classics (Deep Red,...

In this episode of My Horror History, Bev is joined by Chris Nials, host of the Scream to Screen podcast and founder of the Independent Horror Society! Together, they dive deep into Chris’s horror journey, covering everything from the traumatic childhood legacy of Ghostwatch and classic slashers like A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 and Scream, to James Wan's supernatural haunts (The Conjuring 2, The N...

In this episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by Dianna Driscoll (host of the Aim for the Head Podcast) for an epic deep dive into the horror films and subgenres that shaped her fandom! We cover a massive range of classics and modern favorites—unpacking everything from Evil Dead, The Thing, and Dawn of the Dead to Pontypool, Jaws, Poltergeist, and the Alien franchise. Plus, we explore the geniu...

Welcome to this episode, where we sink our teeth into Corporate Retreat (2026), a savage horror-dark comedy directed by Aaron Fisher and co-written by Fisher and Kerri Lee Romeo (no relation to George A. Romero).The film centers on a group of ambitious, tech-bro executives whose luxury team-building escape devolves into a brutal, blood-soaked fight for survival. It boasts an impressive ensemble ca...

In Episode 13, Bev is joined by the brilliant Lucy Foster, writer, filmmaker, and co-host of the Scream to Screen podcast! Lucy takes us back through her personal horror history, starting with how an early terror of the Goblin King in Labyrinth paved the way for a career behind the camera. We start with creepy ghost stories and continue into hidden gems, jump scares, tech company scares in Amsterd...

Grab your headphones and turn off the lights! On this episode, we are sitting down with the ultimate horror cinephile, Janine @graeaehorror, to dissect a lifetime of genre obsession. From being layout-level traumatised by Tim Curry’s Pennywise at six years old to consuming three to four horror features a day as an adult, Janine shares her incredible journey through the dark side of cinema. We dive...

Episode Description:Grab your popcorn and turn the lights down! On this episode of My Horror History, I am joined by a very special guest—my wonderful cousin, Alan Lloyd! We’re keeping it in the family this week as we dive deep into Alan’s personal journey through the horror genre. We track his cinematic evolution from his very first childhood scares all the way to his ultimate final frights. From...

It’s finally here, the episode that clawed its way out of the editing crypt. In this instalment of My Horror History, I’m counting down my five favourite horror films of 2025: the movies that thrilled me, chilled me, and refused to leave my brain long after the credits rolled. But I’m not wandering through the year’s horrors alone. I’m joined by two brilliant guests from the horror podcasting worl...

In this milestone tenth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the wonderful Tia Jackson from The Alien Effect podcast. Tia takes us on a journey through a life lived in the shadows, tracing her love for the genre from the moment it first crawled out of the grave to the moment it truly got its claws into her. We dive deep into her formative years, from the gateway terrors of Goosebumps and Bo...

In this ninth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by my brilliant friend Lucy Parkes, whose horror journey began not with a film, but with the iconic VHS board game Atmosfear — a gateway that sparked a lifelong love of spooky stories, eerie characters, and anything that blends play with pure terror. We dive into the games, books, films, and TV shows that shaped her tastes, from the unsettling...

In this eighth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant, warm, and wonderfully horror‑obsessed Sam Munster from the Horror Hyperfixation podcast! Sam’s journey into the genre began in the most nostalgic way possible — with the Goosebumps books that first sparked her imagination — and has grown into a deep love for everything from creature features to slashers to modern gothic stor...

This month on My Horror History, I’m joined by the original Daughter of Darkness — my sister, Julie Neal. Together, we explore her journey through horror, from the first frights that stuck with her to the scares that still get under her skin today. Expect nostalgia, family stories, and plenty of spooky fun. A quick note: this episode is a little later than usual because I’ve been busy settling in...

In this episode of My Horror History, Bev sits down with Bec Gage from The Girl and the Gay Movie Podcast for a full‑blooded trip through her horror past. From the first scares that stuck with her to the films she will never, ever watch again, Bec charts the twists and turns that shaped her love of slashers and home‑invasion nightmares. It is a fast, funny, and fear‑filled journey that ends with h...

In this fifth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the thoughtful and ever-enthusiastic Paul Waller from the' A Year In Horror' podcast! Paul's horror journey is a uniquely fascinating one, starting with the **first time he saw a scary-looking rock band**—the pivotal moment that sparked his interest—and continuing to grow into a lifelong obsession. We explore the films that truly shook him,...

Linda Munden joins Bev to explore the folk and ghostly horror films that shaped her love of the genre. From Armchair Thriller to The Wicker Man, The Birds to The Shining, The Hunger and The Lost Boys, plus Vincent Price classics—this episode is a haunted mixtape of personal favorites and eerie influences. 🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod)...

In this second episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the thoughtful and ever-curious Mark Reid, whose horror journey spans childhood frights, genre deep-dives, and a lifelong fascination with the strange and unsettling. We explore the films that left a mark, the moments that made him question reality, and the stories that still linger in the dark corners of his mind. It’s a candid, funny, an...

In the very first episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant Sinead Hanna, YouTube’s resident horror book enthusiast and cemetery wanderer. We dive into her personal journey through horror films and TV, from childhood scares to comfort watches, and the moments that shaped her love for the genre. 🎥 Check out Sinead’s YouTube channel: @sineadhannacraic 🎧 Recommended listen: A Year i...

In this short intro episode, I share what My Horror History is all about and how horror became a lifelong obsession. You’ll get a glimpse into my story, what inspired the podcast, and what to expect from future episodes. If you love horror and want to explore the personal stories behind the screams, you’re in the right place 🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/...

In this second episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the thoughtful and ever-curious Mark Reid, whose horror journey spans childhood frights, genre deep-dives, and a lifelong fascination with the strange and unsettling. We explore the films that left a mark, the moments that made him question reality, and the stories that still linger in the dark corners of his mind. It’s a candid, funny, an...

In the very first episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant Sinead Hanna, YouTube’s resident horror book enthusiast and cemetery wanderer. We dive into her personal journey through horror films and TV, from childhood scares to comfort watches, and the moments that shaped her love for the genre. 🎥 Check out Sinead’s YouTube channel: @sineadhannacraic 🎧 Recommended listen: A Year i...

In this short intro episode, I share what My Horror History is all about and how horror became a lifelong obsession. You’ll get a glimpse into my story, what inspired the podcast, and what to expect from future episodes. If you love horror and want to explore the personal stories behind the screams, you’re in the right place. 🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com...