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A monthly podcast about the cultural themes presented in the horror genre. Tune in and we’ll share another dark tale…
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The Shadow Storytellers is a horror fiction anthology podcast by a pair of horror authors, featuring regular episodes in the style of classic anthology horror works like The Twilight Zone, Tales from the Crypt and Creepshow. For more information on The Shadow Storytellers, please check us out at theshadowstorytellers.com Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Originally recorded last year, I join Justin from Straight Chilling for a discussion of the classic tale, A Christmas Carol. We’re chatting about the book and the many film adaptations that have made this story a timeless icon of the season. Here's to Haunted Holidays and a Spooky New Year! Listen to Straight Chilling Podcast Watch Creature Comfort…
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Hello, Losers! As you know, I am a lifelong Stephen King fan and constant reader. My Mom and I recently spent a few days exploring the Bangor, Maine area including locations that inspired IT, Pet Sematary and more. Come along and join us for a tour of Stephen King Country! References and Resources: SK Tours of Maine Stephen King's Maine by Sharon K…
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I'm joined by friend of the show Logan to discuss crime, punishment, and the bad decisions that lead us down the dark road in Southbound. We're also chatting about our favorite anthologies and desert horror. Be sure to check out Logan's show, Ghoulish University.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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In this episode, I'm joined by friend of the show Matt to discuss Clive Barker's 1987 classic Hellraiser. We're chatting about the complicated nature of the Cenobites, Frank's misguided motivations, and what makes Hellraiser an enduring icon of the genre. Check out Matt's podcast Swords in StereoLight & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I'm once again joined by my husband, David to discuss the complexities of faith and rogue angels in Constantine. We're also chatting about David's experience as a horror husband and our memorable spooky adventures. References: The Last Exorcism Wild Turkey Fist FightLight & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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In this episode, I'm discussing the the recent popularity of Catholic horror and why I was pleasantly surprised by The First Omen. I'm also returning to my roots and exploring why religious themes continue to resonate in the horror genre. Other Catholic Episodes: The Exorcist The Exorcist: Believer Midnight Mass…
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I'm joined by Hannah of the Cinema Slab Podcast to discuss the 1984 classic, Children of the Corn. We also chat about our experiences growing up in church, including singing hymns and heckling pastors.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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Is this a simple haunted house story, or something more? This month, I’m taking a deep dive into this Stephen King adaptation and what it has to say about being trapped in the personal hell that is room 1408. Read the original blog that inspired this episode: 1408: Trapped in Purgatory View the many endings of this film: Theatrical Ending The Worst…
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This month, I’m sharing a special collaboration episode originally released on Creature Comforts, a spinoff show featured on Straight Chilling’s YouTube channel that explores horror adjacent films. Justin and I are discussing the more gruesome aspects of The Passion of the Christ, why the movie might resonate with horror fans, and how I personally …
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In this Women in Horror Month episode, Im joined by Jacqueline from A Cut Above to discuss motherhood, purgatory, and judgement in Silent Hill. For weekly horror review, check out A Cut Above Horror Review.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I'm joined by Bob from Straight Chilling to discuss the world of voodoo, magic, and scientific discovery in Wes Craven's The Serpent and the Rainbow. We also chat about playing drums in worship bands and the controversy of wearing pants on stage at my childhood church. For weekly horror review, check out Straight Chilling Podcast on your favorite p…
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In this special Christmas episode, I’m sharing two classic horror tales for the season - The Dancing Partner and Smee. Wraparound Story: Between the Lights, E.F. Benson, 1912 Narrator's Story: The Dancing Partner, Jerome K. Jerome, 1893 Edward's Story: Smee, A.M. Burrage, 1929Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I'm joined by Logan of Ghoulish University to discuss spiritual celebrities, hauntings, and exorcism and in The Conjuring. Listen to Ghoulish University Follow Christopher McKenny on Instagram Watch Ghost Adventures ridiculousnessLight & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I’m joined once again by special guest Nat to discuss the highs, lows and multi-denominational approach to exorcism in David’s Gordon Green’s latest installment. Follow Nat's work on Instagram @lunathespectre.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I'm joined by good friend Nat to discuss the complexity of humanity, finding your own faith and the beauty of self-sacrifice in the The Exorcist. Follow Nat's work on Instagram @lunathespectre. Sacred Terror: Religion and Horror on the Silver Screen by Douglas Cowan, featured on Shudder's Cursed Films…
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I'm joined by first-time guest David (who I also happen to married to) to discuss crisis of faith and culty churches in The Last Exorcism. We're also discussing our personal journey with deconstruction and David’s experience as an ordained missionary. If you're in touring band and you're interested in free lodging while on tour, check out RYFO.…
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In this episode, I'm joined by my Mom, Sherry, to discuss growing up in church, cults and true crime in Ti West’s The Sacrament.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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In this bonus episode, I'm joined by Bethany, co-host on my first podcast Disney Native. We're discussing the highs, lows, easter eggs and happy haunts in Disney's Haunted Mansion. Listen to Disney Native Grim, Grinning Ghosts - A Tribute to the Haunted Mansion Boo Bash! River Country Film Read the Blog The Dark Side of Disney World…
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I'm joined by Andy from The Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss monsters, religious fanatics, and the flaws of humanity in Frank Darabont's The Mist. Watch When Darkness Came: The Making of the Mist Listen Religion in Horror: Midnight Mass The Straight Chilling PodcastLight & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I’m joined by friend of the show Sunny to discuss pagan festivals, symbolism, toxic relationships, and manipulation in Ari Aster’s Midsommar.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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I’m discussing my personal experience with religion and how it connects to mania and faith in Mike Flanagan’s fresh take on an old subgenre. Read Fear + Faith Blog Post Listen Beware the Jesus Bunny: Easter Recommendations Storytime: Young Goodman BrownLight & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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This year, I’m reflecting on the last decade of female-driven horror in a discussion about how far we’ve come and where I’d like to see us go next. Listen: American Mary on A Cut Above Horror Review Knock at the Cabin on Straight Chilling Shop: Anna's House of Wax Read: https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/best-horror-movies-directed-by-women…
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In this episode, I'm joined by Randy from the Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss creativity and criticism in The Menu. We're also sharing some of our personal experiences as creative professionals, and chatting about the best meal we've ever had.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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Classics collide in a romantic Christmas Eve séance. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A Christmas Eve home invasion awakens an unlikely savior for a grieving family. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A couple’s holiday remodeling plans wake the dead. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A girl finds a mark on her skin said to foretell great evil. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A couples' counselor tries to revolutionize her profession with a new invention. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A man seeks connection in a disease-ravaged world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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In this episode, I’m joined by friends of the pod to discuss some of our favorite spooky season content, including TV episodes and underrated gems. I’m also sharing a campfire tale from Knifepoint Horror to kick off the Halloween weekend. Special thanks to our guests! TV Episodes: A Cut Above Horror Review Underrated Gems: The Straight Chilling Pod…
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Real monsters working a Halloween haunt decide to get revenge on a criminally handsy guest. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Clowns find nothing but terror and madness at a child's party. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Amid hell on earth, a young woman receives a tantalizing opportunity to own her own soul. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Some very fine people dabble with a power beyond their control. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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It’s Easter week and although we nerds love our holiday horrors, Easter isn’t one that immediately comes to mind as a favorite. But I put a little thought into it, and have a few unconventional recommendations that I think fit the bill for the Easter season. Read more: Daybreakers: The Gospel According to Vampires Holidays (2016): The Jesus Bunny…
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When Goodman Brown ventures into the Salem woods to meet a mysterious stranger, he discovers that his friends and neighbors are not who they seem, and gains a deeper knowledge that will haunt him for the rest of his life.Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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It’s time once again for another Women in Horror episode! This year, I’m joined by Jacqueline from A Cut Above Horror Review, and we’re talking about the most influential women in horror. We approached this topic from both a historical and personal perspective, discussing women from many forms of media including authors, directors, actors, podcaste…
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A dangerous invader forces a small town suburban street to make a terrible choice. (Season Finale) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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When their employees can’t seem to stop murdering each other, a spacefaring corporation becomes eager for almost any explanation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Annoyed by both cosmic and earthly rules, an angel and a demon consider loopholes to change a murderer's fate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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I don't usually review new films, but I had such a blast with Scream (Scream 5, Scream 2022, etc, etc) that I wanted to take a few minutes to talk about it. In today's episode, I'm discussing nostalgia, pros, cons, old cast members, new killers and more!Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast
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An archeological team on the trail of a famous cold case uncovers an uncommonly well-preserved threat to their sanity. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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In my last episode of the year, I'm recapping my year in horror including new and "new to me" movies and series. I'm also talking a bit about what's to come in 2022. I'm so grateful for my listeners and happy to be a part of the larger horror community. Stay safe, stay warm and Happy New Year, friends!…
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A recently deceased mall Santa arranges for a Christmas miracle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Specters reach across the ether to crash a Christmas Eve family dinner, but their powers to terrorize have nothing on that one uncle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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An amateur baker/necromancer creates a haunted gingerbread house to get to the bottom of her sister’s untimely death. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A young boy's attempts to catch Santa in the act inadvertently release a horrifying darkness into the world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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A generation of witches who've grown up fighting monsters discover the most dangerous one of all is closer than they think. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Nostalgia, cosmic horror and a small town shopping mall collide in this nightmarish trip back to 2002. (Part 2 of 2) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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Nostalgia, cosmic horror and a small town shopping mall collide in this nightmarish trip back to 2002. (Part 1 of 2) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theshadowstorytellers/support
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