It's Bud Time! This week, Matt and Cody hot-wire a car, a few in fact, in continuation of their look back at 2023, and just in time for this year's Harvest. The boys talk novel inspiration, 50's perspiration, and Misfits appropriation. They have a "Hay"day with the lure and a Field day with the acting choices. Not to mention: fuzzy cornfields, drun…

She's lean. She's mean. She's an incredibly entertaining machine. This week, Cody and Matt begin their look back at 2023 with the little robot girl that could. The boys discuss Blumhouse's newfound aesthetic, the terror of technology, and the elements that make a slasher icon. Surprising absolutely nobody, they latch on to the seasoned character ac…

Take a hike! This week, Matt and Cody board a VW's rusted out bottom and take the path of least resistance towards one of their mutual favorite cult classics of the 2010's. The boys talk comparisons to Adam Nevill's source material, the power of simplistic folk horror, and which character's fate they would likely endure. Not to mention: unexpected …

This show is really going down... under! This week, Cody and Matt decide to take a dip into the world of mockumentary horror with this certified cult classic. The boys find out who actually is the ghost with the most when they discuss the eerie reality of Lake Mungo, the effectiveness of lo-fi scares, and the impact of not having a script. Don't wo…

And Then There Were 3 Women and 4 Men! This week, Matt and Cody board a dinghy to the isle of classic Murder Mysteries with one of the undisputed greats of the genre. They would send you an invite to listen to a record of their demise, but why should this week be any different? The boys chat tropes and trends of the classic mystery while also hacki…

The buzz... is BACK! This week, Cody and Matt find themselves on different sides of the county line as they go head-to-head over this divisive sequel. They discuss franchise expectations, Tobe Hooper's artistic vision, and the long shadow of the original film. They also go non-stop on Chop Top, Leapin' Leatherfaces, and silly chili patrons but mana…

Don't we lose it all every seven days...well...WELL... This week, Matt and Cody are unkind (as usual) and rewind back to the 90's for one of the most influential Japanese Horror movies of all time. The boys pair off two at a time and cross the stormy seas to an inevitable eruption of names they can't remember, familial lineage they can't get straig…

True... True... TRUE! This week, Cody and Matt descend into the dark abyss that is Edgar Allan Poe's horrific tale of pits, pendulums, and incredibly thick cobwebs. They discuss the creative liberties one might take while adapting the classics, the ghoulish glory of the set decorator, and the legacy of director/producer/icon Roger Corman. They also…

It's Only a Pod...It's Only a Pod...It's Only a Pod... This week, Matt and Cody missed a turn somewhere back there, took a right, then a left, followed a road, and ended up in this Wes Craven and Sean Cunningham cult classic. The boys have a hay day with direction puns, kazoo musical stings, and diabolical parental revenge. Not to mention: the lega…

We all knew that love hurts... but this is ridiculous! This week, Cody and Matt celebrate Valentine's Day and take a bite out of this cult classic. They discuss awkward teen love, high school in the 00's, and how effective a funny wig on JK Simmons can really be. After sorting out who are the "cool guys" and the "hoes", the boys dive into the impor…

What will you give us for a basket full of nonsense? This week, Matt and Cody take the Rhoda less traveled back to the fifties to cover one of the most prominent stage-to-screen adaptations in Horror. The boys, or is it "Le Boys", tap-tap-tap their way around stagy thrillers, creepy squeegees, and how far they are willing to go for a school assignm…

Be our victim... Well, if you're listening, you already kind of are. This week, Cody and Matt celebrate the 100th episode (and 106th film, but don't get them going) with one of the most iconic horror movie characters of all time. The boys discuss seductive filmmaking techniques, captivating lead performances, and the delicate balance between narrat…

Heeeeeeere's Night Howls! This week, Matt and Cody kick off Year 3 with their favorite family of 3, The Torrances and one of the most highly regarded Horror films of all time. The boys whip their big wheel around their usual nonsense while getting lost in a maze of theories and readings that will have them shining for help in no time. They talk com…

Welcome to Night Howls: Year 3! Join Cody and Matt as they howl about your favorite Horror movies every Saturday, starting January 20th. Be there...or be better off!By Cody Jolly and Matt Webb

And the nominees are... This week, Matt and Cody are ready to look back on the highs and lows of 2023 in Horror and their favorite movie moments from all the movies they covered. The boys kick things off with a year-in-review and a quick discussion on what they're most excited for in 2024! After that, it's the scariest awards show that doesn't end …

"You seen dolls that pee? This one bleeds..." This week, Cody and Matt are joined by legendary Horror Hero, Christine Elise, to talk about one of the all-time greatest Horror sequels, Child's Play 2. The boys continue their discussion on the impact of this franchise from last week before diving all in with their incredibly special guest. Topics inc…

Wanna play? The unofficial Year of the Doll comes to a head... a red head, that is! This week, Cody and Matt find out if they're a couple of Good Guys with this staple of 80's horror. They discuss the origins of Chucky, the evils of consumerism, and their undying love for Brad Dourif. They also debate the effectiveness of the Chicago police force, …

Would you like to live deliciously? This week, Matt and Cody jump onto the back of a horse-drawn carriage and embark on new territory with the Robert Egger's modern classic, The Witch (or VVitch if you're extra ye olde). The boys talk all about the introduction of Eggers and Anya Taylor-Joy to the horror genre, puritanical tyranny, who really is th…

Last month, Matt and Cody had the opportunity to celebrate their favorite shared franchise's birthday by exploring the Halloween 45th Anniversary Convention in Pasadena, CA. The boys reminisce on the experience of meeting so many of their heroes including: PJ Soles, Nancy Loomis, Diva Tyler, Nick Castle, Tommy Lee Wallace, Adrienne Barbeau, Dee Wal…

Terrifier 2, Electric BOOgaloo! This week, Cody and Matt continue their annual Howl-o-ween Double Feature, by keeping the Art Train Running! The boys discuss their continued love for David Howard Thornton's portrayal, what makes a legacy Final Girl in the modern era, what they think is going on with Art's new sidekick, which severed head moment is …

Happy Howl-o-ween! In this first half of our special Halloween Double Feature, and in celebration of the show's 100th movie discussion, Matt and Cody cozy up with one of Horror's hottest killers: Art the Clown! They discuss the importance of an iconic killer, the insane practical effects, and why a bit of splatter always matters. They also ponder t…

Knock...knock...knock... This week, Matt and Cody pretend they know how to read and dive dook first into this modern classic of grief and monsters. "The Boy(s)" talk creaky floors, self-opening doors, and meta...phors! Not to mention: how the Babadook gained icon status, potential unseen partners for Mrs. Roach, why Samuel doesn't deserve a birthda…

Which witch? This week, Cody and Matt conjure some tongue-wagging devils and dive into this staple of scary Swedish cinema. They discuss the influential characterizations of Hell and the damned, the horrors of those accused of witchcraft, and the special effects mastery on full display. It goes without saying at this point that the boys get wildly …

Do you beLIEve in life after love? This week, Matt and Cody cry wee wee wee all the way back to the early aughts for the very first PG-13 slasher in honor of Cody's birthday. The boys gather in a huddle to talk games in horror, dangers of the early internet, and bigger dangers in stunt casting. Not to mention: devilish reveals, killer character cre…

Bring a bucket and a mop... for this UAP. This week, Cody and Matt search the skies for the first potential American found-footage horror movie. They discuss simple and effective storytelling, groundbreaking techniques in the beloved horror sub-genre, and the mysterious tale of how this movie gained its cult status. The boys also discuss alien smok…

"That must have been a kick in the head!" This week, Matt and Cody "Admit 2" for the ultimate 60's Carnival Movie (unconfirmed). They drive this car straight off a bridge and into a discussion including: powerful hand acting, how many sips it takes to get to the bottom of a spiked mug, comparisons to this film's more-famous contemporaries, and the …

Hang on to your dance belts... This week, Cody and Matt enlist at a dance academy of the occult (or AH-cult, depending on who you ask.) They discuss the striking style of Dario Argento, the fabulous Jessica Harper, and the malicious magic of Mother Markos. They also conjure up questions about hairy arms that break through windows, 70's hairstyles a…

This week, Matt, Cody and Ed the Head, come boiling up from a smoky pond with another non-AMPTP production. They talk salacious marketing tactics, the pros and cons of "Actor-Directors", and the bodily autonomy of a floating skull. Not to mention: pot-stacking soothing techniques, precarious ladder tomfoolery, atrocious artwork, and how this movie …

Crazy... but that's how it goes! Get your tickets ready for a trip to South Korea for one of the most beloved cult films from the last decade. This week, Cody and Matt discuss the terrors of public transportation when zombies are involved while trying desperately not to cry. They talk effective ensembles, creepy choreography, and moral malfunctions…

Oui! This week, Matt and Cody fall down a hole of depravity while discussing this hallmark of the French Extremity. They talk shapeshifting yard work, mysterious documentarians, fabulous Mademoiselles, odd torture chamber decor, and one of the most layered finales in all of horror. Trade your metal eye plate for headphones and join the boys for one…

"And lo, the beast looked upon the face of beauty..." This week, Cody and Matt traverse the rough seas on a voyage to the mythic Skull Island to meet one of the biggest stars of the silver screen. They talk ground breaking special effects, record breaking box office turnout, and the heart breaking history of stop-motion genius Willis O'Brien. They …

Since you asked nicely... This week, Matt and Cody grab the hand and beg each other to do anything but talk. Despite their best efforts, they discuss trends of A24, other famous spooky conduits, and who they would connect with on the other side. Not to mention: gruesome party games, gruesome-er Aussie Accents, and the gruesomest directorial debut t…

Thank Ishtar, another movie! This week, Cody and Matt take a stab at the iconic independent movie that's responsible for starting the splatter sub-genre. They talk dim-witted detectives, baffling Babylonian beehives, and lolly-gagging locals. They also dive into cult icon Herschell Gordon Lewis' impact on the genre and his infamous movie marketing …

This week, Matt and Cody have a conversation about the current Hollywood Strikes: what's at stake, why they matter, the history of the previous strikes, and how this affects the creators and artists who contribute to the Horror Genre and the business of show overall. They also give an update on how they plan to move forward with the show in the mea…

No, the show isn't ending. Sorry. Cody and Matt make an announcement on the status of Night Howls and their plan moving forward during the ongoing WGA & SAG-AFTRA strike. For more information on the strike: https://www.sagaftrastrike.org https://www.wgacontract2023.org How to support: https://entertainmentcommunity.org https://www.sagaftrastrike.or…

It's getting desperate! This week, Matt and Cody continue their Summer movie run by boarding a vessel fit for their particular brand of nonsense. The boys float through obnoxious hauntings, more obnoxious costumes, and even more obnoxious hauntings. Not to mention: problematic costume parties, candies that kill, kids that rely too heavily on bathro…

Swing away, Howlers. Swing away. This week, Cody and Matt adventure back into the corn to find signs of intelligent life... something that's been sorely missing around this pod. They discuss the phenomena of M. Night Shyamalan, the brilliance of child actors, and the powerhouse that is Cherry Jones. They also ponder their own stances on crop circle…

This week, Matt and Cody take a look back at what they did this time last year and what horror movies were doing this time two decades ago. They talk 90's slasher trends, seaside town characteristics, and what makes the legend of the "Hook Man" so compelling to this day. Not to mention: July 4th horrors, drunken stories of by gone eras, fashionable…

Don't cross the beams! This week, Matt and Cody are joined by director, producer, writer and host of The Best Legs in Chicago, Preston Jeter! The trio discuss the immeasurable cultural impact of the flick, the special effects used to raise the dead, and the understandable concern from the EPA. With a Dan Aykroyd scholar sitting in, they also dig in…

IT'S YOUR BIRTHDAY, SO IT'S TIME TO HAVE SOME FUN! This week, Matt, Cody, and special guest Emily McClain, fall through the roof and straight into Willy's Wonderland. They talk the importance of all films in the Covid Era, what makes animatronic animals so creepy, and what brought A Lister Nicolas Cage into the mix. Not to mention rockin' needle dr…

This cabin feels awfully familiar... This week, Cody and Matt are joined by actor, friend, pal, and confidant, Blake Price! The trio decide to load up the motorhome and take a trip to one of the most pivotal horror comedies of the 2010's. They discuss masterful meta-commentary, admirable scare sequences, and Sigourney freakin' Weaver. They also div…

The first step is admitting you have a problem… and as you know with this show, there are two! This week, Matt and Cody begin their month of friend episodes with the person responsible for bringing them together in the first place, James Beaudry! James brings his unique Directing perspective with this Hitchcock favorite. The guys talk Alfred’s film…

And who says we're just another pretty face? This week, Cody and Matt take a trip to the beautiful French countryside in search of art, food, culture, and surgery. They discuss the tragedy of beauty standards, the melodrama of one man's guilt, and the absolute buffoonery of one character's musical motif. The boys also dissect a pivotal surgical sce…

We got cows! And this week, Matt and Cody also got food...FOOOOOD in the form of their first go with the Natural Disaster sub genre. The boys talk more Cary Elwes accents, the mainstream quality of this major release, it's impact on movie history, and what makes it horror... Not to mention, hunting for Hunt, Melissa being the hero we deserve, what …

It's our time to Shrine! In this special Mother's Day episode, Matt and Cody dive into the indie outing that has plagued the comment section of their socials for literally over a year. That's right, it's another listener recommendation... and it's Matt's Mom who recommended it! The boys talk the importance of an effective ending, the twists and tur…

So...we just gonna ignore the bear then? This week, Matt and Cody bring outside offerings in the form of Ari Aster's second directorial outing and one of the most meme'd movies of the decade, Midsommar! The boys ring around the maypole with a discussion spanning: Mr. Aster's budding Horror legacy of grief shrieks, the terror of getting older, and t…

Mommy's with the maggots now... Lock up the cabin and head towards the 101 because the Deadites are going to Los Angeles! Speaking of massive thorns in California's side: Cody and Matt say goodbye to Evil Dead April with the newest installment of this iconic franchise. They discuss the vicious change in venue, the violent misuse of vinyl, and the g…

They cut their arms off, does that sound fine?! This week, Matt and Cody are heading back to the cabin for another installment in Evil Dead April, and this time, they are in full...remake?...requel?...mode discussing Fede Alvarez's turn at the helm. Before the movie, The guys talk about recently seeing Evil Dead 2 with an audience and how their fee…

We got a bone to pick with you! Evil Dead April continues as Cody and Matt travel through the portal and find themselves in Medieval Times... because dinner theater really is their true calling. They discuss the journey from splat-stick to castle-schtick, skeletons who are tons of fun, and the dreaded reshot recap. They also take time to visit the …

...Groovy! This week, Matt and Cody have a soul to swallow, you little suckers! The boys continue their journey through Evil Dead April with one of the most influential Horror Comedies of all time! They debate the relevance of recaps, carnivorous callbacks, and the fruitiest cellar left in this dimension. Not to mention, taxidermized animals, danci…