Best Maegan Melissa Blair And Marissa Podcasts (2024)

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Tyler's Bullshit 1:05:16

2M ago1:05:16

1:05:16

Send us a Text Message. We're back, baby! In this episode, the Ghoulies talk about the delectable death cult in The Menu, the 2022 American black comedy horror that's all about the details of some of the most delicious dishes we've ever seen. We'll discuss the (sometimes ethical) consumption of art, class warfare (eat the rich), and OF COURSE the f…

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They Live | Ray-Bans & Reaganomics 1:03:13

9M ago1:03:13

1:03:13

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Clever Ghouls, the Ghouls have come here to chew bubble gum and kick ass...and they're all out of bubble gum. Join them as they discuss John Carpenter's "They Live". This movie is filled with Alien Shades and Capitalist MasqueradesTM, and lots of deep commentary on consumerism, media control, socioeconomic…

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Reality Bites | Dystopian Predictions Come True in "They Live" | Minisode w/ Maegan 11:07

9M ago11:07

11:07

Send us a Text Message. When They Live first came out, it was not particularly well received. Critics said the writing was clunky, the music was too repetitive, the acting was too melodramatic, and most ironically, the storyline was entirely too far-fetched and improbable. My how times have changed. Or…haven’t changed. Released in 1988, this scienc…

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Rocky Horror Picture Show | Rose Tints My World 46:01

10M ago46:01

46:01

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls tap-dancing across time and space to talk about The Rocky Horror Picture Show, the 1975 cult classic comedy horror musical written by Richard O’Brien and directed by Jim Sharman. We dig into topics like gender and sexual fluidity, some etymology and history of our language for the queer com…

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Obscurity to Adoration: The History of Cult Films | Minisode w/ Maegan 5:25

10M ago5:25

5:25

Send us a Text Message. Cult films, a genre characterized by their devoted fan base and unconventional appeal, have carved a unique place in the history of cinema. This minisode with Maegan digs into the fascinating and ever-evolving world of cult films; tracing their origins, exploring their defining characteristics, and examining the factors that…

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Your Unlucky Day: The History of Friday the 13th | Minisode w/ Maegan 5:41

10M ago5:41

5:41

Send us a Text Message. When it comes to bad luck, there are few superstitions as pervasive in Western culture as that of Friday the 13th. Like crossing paths with a black cat and breaking a mirror, the notion of a day that can bring misfortune is deeply embedded (even if believers can’t quite explain why). Join Maegan in this minisode as she brief…

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Midsommar [Pt 1] | Girl...Good For You... 54:01

10M ago54:01

54:01

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Ghouls discuss the unsettling masterpiece that is "Midsommar." Directed by Ari Aster in 2019, this modern horror gem takes us far from the familiar jump scares and dark alleys, into the blinding daylight of a secluded Scandinavian commune. The chirping of birds and the warmth of the sun may seem inviting…

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Midsommar [Pt 2] | Brains Be Brainin' 43:47

10M ago43:47

43:47

Send us a Text Message. On Part 2 of the Midsommar epsiode, the Ghouls dig into all things brain. Join us as we take time to talk about the (mis)representation of mental illness in film, how we relate to Dani and why she felt like realistic representation, how trauma affects our brains, the importance of support systems, and so much more. Note from…

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Hereditary [Pt 1] | Don’t Lose Your Head 1:15:21

11M ago1:15:21

1:15:21

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Hereditary, the 2018 psychological supernatural horror film written and directed by Ari Aster. Hereditary explores the lives of Annie, Peter, Charlie, and Steve as they navigate some suspicious activity following the death of Annie’s mother, Ellen. Join us as we take a closer look a…

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Hereditary [Pt 2] | Hot Fires & Piano Wires 56:45

11M ago56:45

56:45

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls continue to discuss Hereditary, the 2018 psychological supernatural horror film written and directed by Ari Aster. This episode focuses on the filmmaking aspects of the movie and includes discussions surrounding the use of sound, psychological suspense, the use of miniatures, and a closer l…

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Annihilation | It's...Unlike Us... 1:04:41

11M ago1:04:41

1:04:41

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Annihilation. Released in 2018 and directed by Alex Garland, this movie took us on a mind-altering journey into the heart of "The Shimmer," an iridescent and expanding phenomenon that defies the laws of nature. We talk about themes like the consequences of humans on nature and natur…

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Shaky Cam: The History of Found Footage Films | Minisode w/ Maegan 7:12

12M ago7:12

7:12

Send us a Text Message. From its humble beginnings to its widespread popularity, these films have redefined horror storytelling, delivering a sense of realism and terror like no other. Found footage films have carved a unique and chilling niche in the world of cinema, captivating audiences with their raw, immersive storytelling. Join Maegan in this…

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The Blair Witch Project | Where's That Fucking Map?? 1:19:15

12M ago1:19:15

1:19:15

Send us a Text Message. The Blair Witch Project, written, directed, AND edited by Daniel Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez features the chilling tale of three student filmmakers who set out on an adventure near Burkittsville, Maryland to make a documentary about the local legend of the Blair Witch. It was revolutionary for its time, ushering in an era of …

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Perfect Blue (1997) | No, I'm the Real Thing... 56:55

1y ago56:55

56:55

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Perfect Blue, the 1997 horror anime film by Satoshi Kon. This movie follows a member of a Japanese idol group, Mima, who retires from music to pursue an acting career. As she becomes a victim of stalking, gruesome murders begin to occur, and she starts to lose her grip on reality. M…

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The Babadook | WHY CAN'T YOU JUST BE NORMAL??? 1:50:58

1y ago1:50:58

1:50:58

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Jennifer Kent’s 2014 sleeper hit The Babadook. Based on Kent’s original short film, Monster, the movie stars Essie Davis and Noah Wiseman as a mother and son. Seven years after Amelia’s (Davis) husband dies while she’s in labor with Sam (Wiseman), we are introduced to the grief that…

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Beetlejuice | It’s Showtime! 1:02:22

1y ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, the Clever Ghouls, Maegan & Blair, discuss Beetlejuice, the 1988 horror-comedy film written by Michael McDowell, Larry Wilson, and Warren Skaaren and directed by Tim Burton. Beetlejuice is the story of Adam and Barbara Maitland as they navigate the afterlife after their untimely demise. The Maitlands decide …

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Eternal Bourgeoisie: The Bureaucracy of Life and Death in Beetlejuice | Minisode w/ Maegan 9:51

1y ago9:51

9:51

Send us a Text Message. Beetlejuice is rich in its in-your-face symbolism and serves as a horror-comedy critique about the effects capitalism and consumerism have had on our lives to the extent bureaucracy follows us beyond death. It presents a whimsical and darkly comedic exploration of the bureaucracy of life and death. Through its imaginative po…

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Thank You Robot Overlords: AI & Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan 10:24

1y ago10:24

10:24

Send us a Text Message. The representation of artificial intelligence in horror movies encapsulates our collective fascination and fear towards this evolving technology. Through personification, existential questions, and ethical dilemmas, these films confront us with the potential consequences of creating AI that surpasses human abilities and chal…

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American Psycho | Murders & Executions Mostly 1:14:26

1y ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, join the Ghouls as they dig into Mary Harron’s 2000 film, American Psycho. The movie most notably stars Christian Bale and follows wealthy New York City investment banking executive, Patrick Bateman, who hides his alternate psychopathic ego from his co-workers and friends as he delves deeper into his violent…

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Unveiling the Dark Depths: The History of Psychological Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan 7:12

1y ago7:12

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Send us a Text Message. Psychological horror has evolved over time, traversing the realms of literature and film to offer audiences a chilling exploration of the human brain and thoughts. From its origins in Gothic literature to its influence on German Expressionist cinema, the subgenre has continued to captivate and disturb. Through the visionary …

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Ghoul on Ghoul: The Fetishization of Women Loving Women Relationships in Film | Minisode w/ Maegan 12:58

1y ago12:58

12:58

Send us a Text Message. Happy pride again, and welcome back to another minisode of Clever Ghouls. Join Maegan as she talks about the constant and problematic fetishization of women loving women relationships, some brief history of the fetishization of queer women, the impact this has on our film industry, and specifically some of the representation…

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Dancing with the Devil: Ballet's History & Relationship with Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan 13:26

1y ago13:26

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Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan as she goes back to her ballet roots to really dive into ballet and its history and relationship with horror, what is it about ballet that is so enchanting yet inherently terrifying, and even some psychoanalysis of some of our favorite ballet-centric horror movies like Black Swan, Suspria, and R…

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Black Swan | I Just Want To Be Perfect! 2:03:22

1y ago2:03:22

2:03:22

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Black Swan, the 2010 drama thriller directed by Darren Aronofsky. The film follows the story of Nina, a prima ballerina who will do whatever it takes to be perfect. Join us as we take a closer look at this film and talk about themes such as reality vs. perception, the pursuit of per…

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Queer Loves Fear: The Relationship between the Queer Community & Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan 8:24

1y ago8:24

8:24

Send us a Text Message. Horror and queerness have gone hand in hand since its origins. From the notion of “otherness” and queer monsters in the 1922 version of Nosferatu, to the era of the lesbian vampires in the 1936 Dracula’s Daughter, to more contemporary and intersectional representations in our modern horror films. Join Maegan, resident bisexu…

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Days of Wrath: Dies Irae | Minisode w/ Blair 6:58

1y ago6:58

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Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Blair as she spends some time talking about Gregorian chants and how they’ve somehow entered into public consciousness as the quintessential DOOOOOOM sound. You know which one we’re talking about, even if you can’t quite name it. It’s the dies irae…and it’s everywhere! The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted…

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What the Punk??: History of Punk & the Subgenre of Horror Punk | Minisode w/ Maegan 8:21

1y ago8:21

8:21

Send us a Text Message. Everyone knows what punk is. The unfiltered, raw, gritty sound, unruly guitar riffs, clamoring drum beats, and loud, expressive vocals with lyrics filled to the brim with protest, anti establishment, and an agenda. It is the voice of the disenfranchised and the rebellion. But what about horror punk…what exactly is that? Punk…

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Return of the Living Dead | You Can't Kill Punk 1:13:40

1y ago1:13:40

1:13:40

Send us a Text Message. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis,…

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Electric Meatballs: Brain Anatomy & How the Brain Works | Minisode w/ Maegan 12:15

1y ago12:15

12:15

Send us a Text Message. Join Maegan in this minisode as she walks us through brain anatomy and how our brains work. The little electric meatballs inside our head are WILD and she makes a lot of references to them in all our episodes, so this minisode provides background and contex to what the parts are and how they work. References Video on how Her…

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Pan’s Labyrinth: A Psychoanalysis | Minisode w/ Maegan 13:55

1y ago13:55

13:55

Send us a Text Message. 'Dreams enable us to suspend disbelief in order to live realistically within the fantastic, as though it were true' - Tzvetan Todorov There are endless amounts of psychological theory in this film from Freudian theory (I knowwww, I know), Lacanian commentary, Jungian archetypes, trauma despondency, fantasy as a means to cope…

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Dark Fantasy vs Horror: What’s the difference? | Minisode w/ Melissa 7:10

1+ y ago7:10

7:10

Send us a Text Message. Join Melissa as she walks us through the ins and outs of the Dark Fantasy genre. "Ever since I was young, though, I have ALWAYS adored dark fantasy. The worlds of Tim Burton and Jim Henson, though filled with puppets and adventure, have some incredibly dark elements that are just as nightmare inducing as those found in horro…

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Pan's Labyrinth: Scarytale 1:43:40

1+ y ago1:43:40

1:43:40

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Pan’s Labyrinth, the 2006 Dark Fantasy film written and directed by Guillermo Del Toro. This movie takes place in 1944 Spain, which is torn apart by remnants of the Spanish Civil War and World War II. Caught between a war torn country and a dissolving family, our young protagonist e…

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Thanatophobia: The Psychology Behind Death Anxiety | Minisode w/ Maegan 6:32

1+ y ago6:32

6:32

Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan as she digs back into some psychological theories and concepts around fear. In particular our fear of death. Death is something that we all, sooner or later, have to face. We will all experience it. But how do we respond to it? Why are some of us more afraid than others? And what is it, exactly,…

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Designer Spotlight: Colleen Atwood | Minisode w/ Blair 4:27

1+ y ago4:27

4:27

Send us a Text Message. Buckle up, Ghoulies, because we’re talking about your favorite costume designer who you didn’t know was your favorite: Colleen Atwood. Atwood has done costume design for a metric fuckton of movies and shows and I’ll bet that if I asked you what your favorite costume is, it would probably be an Atwood design. Born in 1948, At…

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Tilting the Scale: Gender Imbalance in Horror w/ Maegan 15:26

1+ y ago15:26

15:26

Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan as she spends some time dissecting the gender imbalances in horror. We’re not only going to be tapping into our feminist rage in this minisode and looking at the misrepresentation of women in horror, we’re also going to be heavily digging into the stereotyping of men as well, acknowleding the en…

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Barbarian | Do I Look Like Some Kind of Monster? 1:38:00

1+ y ago1:38:00

1:38:00

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Clever Ghouls, join the Ghoulies as they discuss Zach Cregger’s 2022 film, Barbarian. The script started out after Cregger read Gavin de Becker's book "The Gift of Fear," which encourages women to trust their intuition when confronted by obviously dangerous men. Barbarian follows Tess who arrives at an Air…

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Barbarian: A Modern Love Letter to Practical Effects | Minisode w/ Blair 9:24

1+ y ago9:24

9:24

Send us a Text Message. Do you know what makes a good movie GOOD? Well, it’s a lot of things, actually: exceptional writing, world-class acting, stellar cinematography, a team of people who are experts in their fields all working together to make something shine on the silver screen. There are lots of venerated positions within the art of filmmakin…

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The Body Never Forgets: Epigenetics & Generational Trauma | Minisode w/ Maegan 12:39

1+ y ago12:39

12:39

Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan as she explores and breaks down the subjects of epigenetics and generational trauma. Both are are fascinating concepts that are being explored in horror films a lot lately. These films often utilize the concepts to explore the idea of how our environment can affect our genetic makeup, and how th…

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Moon Goddess | Lunar Symbolism in Storytelling | Minisode w/ Blair 7:48

1+ y ago7:48

7:48

Send us a Text Message. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis,…

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The VVitch | Wouldst Thou Like to Live Deliciously? 1:48:12

1+ y ago1:48:12

1:48:12

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss The VVitch, the 2016 historical psychological horror film written and directed by Robert Eggers. The film features a Puritan family in the early 17th century who are ostracized from their settlement and are forced to make their way in the wilderness, where they encounter all sorts o…

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Elizabeth Knapp: The Real Life Inspiration for The VVitch | Minisode w/ Blair 8:07

1+ y ago8:07

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Send us a Text Message. The Clever Ghouls podcast, hosted by Maegan and Blair, is a show dedicated to watching, analyzing, and discussing the movies that make us think about them long after we’ve left the theater or turned off the TV. We bring quick wit and unique perspectives from backgrounds like art history, cinematography, psychology, analysis,…

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Last Girl Standing: The Evolution of the Final Girl | Minisode w/ Maegan 9:01

1+ y ago9:01

9:01

Send us a Text Message. Join Maegan in this minisode as she explores the origins of the plot device, the history of its usage, how it's evolved, and some of our most notable Final Girls in the genre. Resources: Opinion: The "Final Girl" horror trope is rooted in misogyny, needs to be examined: https://www.lsureveille.com/opinion/opinion-the-final-g…

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Inch by Inch: Human Centipede | Minisode with The BoosTM 12:58

1+ y ago12:58

12:58

Send us a Text Message. April Ghouls! In this (satirical) minisode, join The BoosTM (the partners of The GhoulsTM) as they do their best impression of their respective Ghoulfriend as if they were discussing The Human Centipede. There have been A LOT of heavy and intense episodes lately, so enjoy this silly, wholesome, and fun palate cleanser! Serio…

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The Devil Made Her Do It: Subgenre of Exorcism Horror & the History Female Hysteria | Minisode w/ Maegan & Blair 54:34

1+ y ago54:34

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Send us a Text Message. Join Maegan and Blair in this minisode as they explore the exorcism subgenre, religious horror, some history of hysteria, and how exorcisms are largely rooted in misogyny. Take a sip of water every time Maegan calls Freud a soggy pinecone of a man and watch how hydrated you are by the end of the episode! Is this minisode lon…

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Dusk Till Dawn | Gas, Grass, or Ass 1:34:42

1+ y ago1:34:42

1:34:42

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Clever Ghouls, join Marissa, Maegan, Melissa, and Blair are they talk about Quentin Tarantino's Dusk Till Dawn. A quick note, our recording software decided Maegan's audio was especially yummy and ate it. So we apologize for the audio issues in this episode, but we hope you enjoy it all the same! I know yo…

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Blasphemous & Diabolical: Puritanism & the Obsession with Witchcraft | Minisode w/ Blair 5:52

1+ y ago5:52

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Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Blair as you explore the history of Puritanism and how the obsession with witchcraft plagued Europe and New England for centuries. For most of us, when the words “Puritan” and “witch” come up, we think of Salem. Young girls accusing people left and right of being witches, gruesome capital punishment in…

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Mommy Dearest: Mothers, Motherhood & Maternal Portrayal in Horror | Minisode w/ Maegan 33:06

1+ y ago33:06

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Send us a Text Message. In this minisode of Clever Ghouls, Maegan is joined by one of her best friends, college roommate, and all around favorite humans, Sarah Billings, as they talk about mothers, motherhood, and their portrayal in some our of favorite spooky films. Since Benjamin Spock’s book The Common Sense Book of Baby and Child Care was publi…

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Myth-isode: Modern Feminism in Classical Mythology | Minisode w/ Melissa 9:09

1+ y ago9:09

9:09

Send us a Text Message. Women in Greek mythology are very seldom ever presented as well as their sinewy, heroic male counterparts. Melissa thinks that’s bogus. In this episode, she takes a deep dive into what she loves about mythology, despite its pitfalls, and some exciting modern day takes on the stories of ancient women. The Clever Ghouls podcas…

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Clash of the Titans (1981) | Medusa Did NOTHING Wrong! 1:25:36

1+ y ago1:25:36

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, join the Clever Ghouls as they tackle the 1981 film Clash of the Titans. In between Melissa being a total mythology expert, they cover topics ranging from representation in Greek Mythology, why Medusa did nothing wrong and how she became the face of sexual assault survivors, why Zeuss is The WorstTM, and why…

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Monsters are Good For Us: Grief & Mourning Through Horror | Miniside w/ Maegan 8:10

1+ y ago8:10

8:10

Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan (our resident psychology babe) as she walks us through grief and mourning in and through horror films. Horror films have been increasingly gaining popularity over the years, and while these films are often viewed as an exciting way to indulge in fear, many horror films also explore themes relate…

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Another Day, Another Dahmer: Hollywood's Glorification of Serial Killers | Minisode w/ Maegan 14:55

1+ y ago14:55

14:55

Send us a Text Message. In this minisode, join Maegan as she digs into the glorification of serial killers, the evolutionary psychology of morbid curiosity, human’s predator-prey relationship, some of the racial implications of true crime, and reasons why true crime as entertainment is fairly problematic. Some content warnings to be mindful of are …

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