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Ep 152: Stop Influencing Me!
May 29, 2023

Ep 152: Stop Influencing Me!

Social media influencers — some people worship them, while others wish they’d all just disappear to some island in the middle of nowhere. 😉🏝️ Shudder’s new horror film, “Influencer,” finds a unique way to mix selfies with suspense. Tune in …

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Ep 151: Interview w/Peter Barton from “F13: The Final Chapter” & “Hell Night”
May 22, 2023

Ep 151: Interview w/Peter Barton from “F13: The Final Chapter” & “Hel…

From the cover of teen magazines to being covered in blood, Peter Barton starred in two 80s slasher films that have developed huge cult followings — “Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter” and “Hell Night.” Tune in to hear all …

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Ep 150: Children Ruin Everything
May 15, 2023

Ep 150: Children Ruin Everything

Two gay men discussing the pressures women face around having children? What could be more appropriate? 😉 Tune in as we break down Hulu’s latest pregnancy-related horror film, “Clock” — from its uncomfortable imagery, to its (obvious) message, to the...

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Ep 149: Interview w/John Furey from
May 8, 2023

Ep 149: Interview w/John Furey from "F13 Pt 2"

As head counselor, Paul Holt, John Furey fought off Jason Voorhees to become the first final boy of the “Friday the 13th” franchise… well, sort of. Tune in to hear all about making the first sequel in this slasher series, …

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Ep 148: Rise and Die!
May 1, 2023

Ep 148: Rise and Die!

The latest installment in the long-running Evil Dead series, “Evil Dead Rise,” brings the Deadites out of the woods (and Middle Ages) and into a condemned apartment building. Tune in as we break down all the gory grossness, our favorite …

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Ep 147: Interview w/Betsy Baker from “The Evil Dead”
April 24, 2023

Ep 147: Interview w/Betsy Baker from “The Evil Dead”

After becoming possessed in “The Evil Dead,” Betsy Baker’s sweet, innocent Linda transforms into one of the most memorable Deadites — taunting Bruce Campbell’s Ash with a menacing lullaby and high-pitched laughter. Tune in to hear all about making the...

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Ep 146: Interview w/Mitchell Anderson from “Jaws: The Revenge,” “Deadly Dreams,” and more
April 17, 2023

Ep 146: Interview w/Mitchell Anderson from “Jaws: The Revenge,” “Dead…

We’ll never forget how Mitchell Anderson literally gave his left arm while portraying Sean Brody in “Jaws: The Revenge.” Tune in to hear all about making the final film (to date) in this popular franchise, which love scene from one …

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Ep 145: Shared Scares for Siblings Day
April 10, 2023

Ep 145: Shared Scares for Siblings Day

Happy National Siblings Day! To celebrate this underrated holiday, we invited our siblings to join us in reviewing two new horror flicks. First we welcome Matt’s sister, Melissa Emert-Hutner, to break down the new “Children of the Corn” remake. Then...

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Ep 144: Interview w/Duncan Birmingham, Writer/Director of “Who Invited Them”
April 3, 2023

Ep 144: Interview w/Duncan Birmingham, Writer/Director of “Who Invite…

We were so impressed with last year’s home invasion horror comedy, “Who Invited Them,” that getting the chance to interview the mastermind behind this thriller was an absolute delight. Tune in to hear all about how Writer/Director, Duncan Birmingham,...

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Ep 143: I Can't See the Sugar!
March 27, 2023

Ep 143: I Can't See the Sugar!

It’s always fun getting the chance to talk about drugs, sex, AND murder all in one episode! “Spoonful of Sugar” gave us “The Hand That Rocks the Cradle” vibes… but if the nanny was always tripping on LSD and sleeping …

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Ep 142: New York, New Scream
March 20, 2023

Ep 142: New York, New Scream

Ghostface is back, slicing through the Big Apple in “Scream VI.” And to discuss this new installment, we welcome someone who’s quite familiar with another Kevin Williamson creation — the co-host of Creek Talk podcast, Stephen Gavis! Tune in as …

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Ep 141: Interview w/Cathy Podewell from “Night of the Demons” (1988)
March 13, 2023

Ep 141: Interview w/Cathy Podewell from “Night of the Demons” (1988)

As the sweet and innocent Judy in “Night of the Demons,” Cathy Podewell had to ward off sex-crazed boys AND demon after demon on Halloween night… all while donning a cute little Alice in Wonderland costume. Tune in to hear …

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Ep 140: Cocaine Comb-Over
March 6, 2023

Ep 140: Cocaine Comb-Over

The sheer kookiness of the horror comedies we discuss this week made them the perfect pair to review together. “Cocaine Bear” shied away from the over-the-top violence we were expecting, but one action sequence had us… tweaking. “We Have a …

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Ep 139: Interview w/Tracey E. Bregman from
Feb. 27, 2023

Ep 139: Interview w/Tracey E. Bregman from "Happy Birthday to Me"

She may be best known for portraying Lauren Fenmore for 40 years on “The Young and the Restless,” but Tracey E. Bregman will always be remembered by horror fans for playing homicidal student, Ann, in “Happy Birthday to Me.” Tune …

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Ep 138: Swallowed at the Cabin
Feb. 20, 2023

Ep 138: Swallowed at the Cabin

From preventing the apocalypse to preventing drugs from getting stuck up your friend’s butt, the films we discuss this week are all about sacrifice. “Knock at the Cabin” gave us a former wrestler, a former “Harry Potter” star, and an …

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Ep 137: Interview w/Jen Van Epps from
Feb. 13, 2023

Ep 137: Interview w/Jen Van Epps from "M3GAN"

“M3GAN” has already taken 2023 by storm, so we were delighted to chat with the star who played Tess — one of M3GAN’s creators and probably the only voice of reason in the film. Tune in to hear all about …

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Ep 136: Interview w/Marsha Dietlein from “Return of the Living Dead Part II”
Feb. 6, 2023

Ep 136: Interview w/Marsha Dietlein from “Return of the Living Dead P…

As Lucy in this horror comedy sequel, Marsha Dietlein embodied all the qualities needed to survive an 80s horror movie — she was resourceful, level-headed, and boy did she know her way around a shotgun! Tune in to hear all …

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Ep 135: COVID Killers & An Artsy Thriller
Jan. 30, 2023

Ep 135: COVID Killers & An Artsy Thriller

This week the two horror flicks we discuss couldn’t be more different in terms of tone, speed, and toys on the ceiling. “Sick” is a fast-paced slasher film set during the pandemic with action and chase scenes aplenty, while “Skinamarink” …

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Ep 134: Interview w/Russell Todd from
Jan. 23, 2023

Ep 134: Interview w/Russell Todd from "F13 Pt 2" & "Chopping Mall"

As one of the hunks of horror, Russell Todd brought smoldering good looks and memorable performances to slasher films like “Friday the 13th Part 2” and “Chopping Mall.” Tune in to hear all about his experience making both of these …

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Ep 133: You're M3GAN Me Crazy
Jan. 16, 2023

Ep 133: You're M3GAN Me Crazy

The titular character in “M3GAN” is a stylish robot that uses AI to pair with humans (and to cut a b*tch’s throat if she has to). Tune in as we dedicate the entire episode to discussing this amusing horror flick …

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Ep 132: The Nanny Train
Jan. 9, 2023

Ep 132: The Nanny Train

We were shocked (and impressed) when we found out that Tubi was releasing a sequel to their “Terror Train” remake just TWO MONTHS LATER! But was “Terror Train 2” on track with the original or did it lose steam? Tune …

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Ep 131: Interview w/Steven LaMorte, Director of “The Mean One”
Jan. 2, 2023

Ep 131: Interview w/Steven LaMorte, Director of “The Mean One”

Steven LaMorte not only succeeded in turning a famous holiday tale into a Hallmark-style slasher, but he brought his indie horror film into theaters nationwide! Tune in to hear all about making “The Mean One,” transforming David Howard Thornton (Art...

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Ep 130: Interview w/Glen Morgan, Writer/Director of
Dec. 25, 2022

Ep 130: Interview w/Glen Morgan, Writer/Director of "Black Christmas"…

Celebrate Christmas with Happy Horror Time as we chat with Glen Morgan about his extensive career in writing, directing, and producing horror films. Tune in to hear all about his entries in the “Final Destination” series, working with tons of …

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Ep 129: A Violent Night with Joe
Dec. 19, 2022

Ep 129: A Violent Night with Joe

“Hell House LLC” Producer and Writer/Director of "Unknown Dimension," Joe Bandelli, returns to help us break down the holiday action/horror flick, “Violent Night.” Tune in to hear us discuss every character, every brutal battle, Santa’s “magic sack,”...

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