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Evil is real. But are demons active today? Can evil inhabit human beings? Is exorcism real? Join investigative journalist Billy Hallowell as he delves into the strange phenomena of supernatural activity through the harrowing stories of people who believe they have experienced ultimate evil, fought a battle they never expected — and have found healing. This podcast is based on Hallowell's book, "Playing with Fire: A Modern Investigation into Demons, Exorcism, and Ghosts."
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Aren't you tired of the quiet and corny horror podcasts of today? Then fear not, the Modern Horrors Podcast Network is here to slap you in the face and spit in your mouth... Okay, not really, but we ARE here to provide you with horror shows like no other. Fun, fast paced, content packed, and sometimes even factually accurate episodes where hosts discuss the news of the week, review movies, and construct alcohol-infused "games" that often lead to tears of joy, nausea, and sometimes vomiting. ...
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Step back in time with the "Golden Radio Podcast," a nostalgic journey into the enchanting era of the golden age of radio. Hosted and produced by Spring Heeled Jack, the mastermind behind the Anthology of Horror podcast network, this unique show resurrects the magic of antique radio broadcasts for modern audiences. Immerse yourself in the rich history of early 20th-century radio as we present a captivating collection of original broadcasts. From gripping historical news segments that shaped ...
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FanOff is a network of podcasts that center around all things fandom, created for fans, by fans. Whether it be sports, movies, comics, or television, FanOff is the place for fanatics to be loud and be proud.
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Ex-NYPD officer Chris DeFlorio once patrolled the streets observing the "worst evil that you can imagine." But after coming to faith, he and his wife came to understand the real roots of that diabolical horror. Now, he's on a mission to fight the demonic. DeFlorio returns to "Playing With Fire" to tell his story and discuss his new book, "Called In…
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WJSV's all-day broadcast from September 21, 1939, stands as a unique and historically significant artifact of radio broadcasting. WJSV was a radio station based in Washington D.C., which is now known as WTOP. What makes the September 21st broadcast particularly special is that it was one of the first instances where an entire broadcast day was reco…
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WJSV's all-day broadcast from September 21, 1939, stands as a unique and historically significant artifact of radio broadcasting. WJSV was a radio station based in Washington D.C., which is now known as WTOP. What makes the September 21st broadcast particularly special is that it was one of the first instances where an entire broadcast day was reco…
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What is the Jezebel spirit? Radio host and author Dr. Michael Brown explains the Jezebel spirit is tied to a demoniacal figure in the Old Testament named Jezebel. "Jezebel is arguably the most wicked woman in the Bible," Brown explains. "She was a Phoenician princess and an ardent worshiper of [the Canaan and Phoenicia god] Baal." Listen to him exp…
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Exorcism. Possession. Diabolical evil. These themes, which are mainstays in many Hollywood productions, are also deeply rooted in Scripture, with the New Testament highlighting Jesus' ministry of expelling the demonic from afflicted individuals. These are themes at the heart of "The Exorcist Files," a podcast created and hosted by Ryan Bethea. He j…
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Andrew Columbia was once a New York Police Department officer known by his colleagues by some rather unfortunate monikers: "Evil" and "Ice Man." The darkness in his eyes reflected the trauma and difficulty he witnessed day in and day out on the job. Columbia would often turn to alcohol for solace as he struggled to comprehend and cope with the horr…
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Ex-porn star Joshua Broome was once one of the most famous adult film stars. But he almost lost his life, left the industry, and found Jesus. Now, he's a preacher warning people about Satan's diabolical lies. In Broome's new book "7 Lies That Will Ruin Your Life: What My Journey from Porn Star to Preacher Taught Me About the Truth That Sets Us Free…
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"I was very involved in the occult, channeling spirits, casting spells, playing with Ouija board six to eight hours a day — all of those things." That's how military veteran and artist Timothy Gagnon described his early years, explaining how he descended into evil practices while he was a young man. When he hit the sixth grade, Gagnon recalled an o…
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M is for Masterpiece Featuring: Andi Preller, David Hopkins and Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:50:09 This week, we discuss Fritz Lang’s M (1931) Before that though, we discuss what we got into in the last 7 days, including: Prey (2022), The Haunted Screen (Podcast), LTAS Ep.342, and Devon Vs Cornwall; The The Great Scone Debate If you’re on social me…
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What If… John Wick was German, and a Catholic? Featuring: Andi Preller, David Hopkins and Dave Roberts Running Time: 2:17:23 This week, we review the 2005 Serial Killer movie Antibodies, Definitely not starring Norman Reedus, Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, including: Godzilla X Kong (trailer), The Predator (2018), Predat…
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Big Silver Balls right in your face Featuring: Andi Preller, David Hopkins and Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:56:02 This week, we tackle the Indie horror classic Phantasm (1979). Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, including: Doki Doki Literature Club + which is cuurently free to own on Epic Games Store until Feb 15th, Witch Wa…
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GOOP! Featuring: Andi Preller, David Hopkins and Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:47:49 This week, We review the enjoyable mess that is 1986’s Neon Maniacs Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, including: Morbius (2022), Highlander: The TV Series, The Witcher Season 1 & 2, Downton Abbey?!, Sunburnt Screens (Podcast), In the Shadows…
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A movie with an unholy trinity of titles. Featuring: Andi Preller, David Hopkins and Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:45:00 This week, We review 1976’s Alice, Sweet Alice/Communion/Holy Terror. Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, including: The Bloodhaus Podcast, The Loser’s Club podcast, The Gunslinger, The Drawing of the Three,…
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Ex-psychic Jenn Nizza is issuing a dire warning after Fox News host Jesse Watters interviewed a psychic this week named Paula Roberts. Nizza said she was "surprised" and concerned over the "demonic" practice being so prevalent on a TV news network. "[People are] being exposed to divination," Nizza told CBN Digital. "Many people are not aware and ma…
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Happy Christmas! Featuring: Andi Preller and David Hopkins (with Dave Roberts reporting from the field) Running Time: 1:33:40 This week, Andi and David discuss the Christmas horror/comedy Better Watch Out! Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, including: the short story “The Butcher’s Table” by Nathan Ballingrud from Wounds, th…
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Moo. Featuring: Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:41:40 This week, David, Andi and Dave review the 2017 Netflix adaptation of Stephen King’s short story; 1922 (2017) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Godzilla Minus One (2023), The Boogeyman (2023), the trailer for Abhorrent, Onimusha (Netflix), A Chr…
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Nobody made us record this Featuring: Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:46:57 This week, Andi and Dave review the third mainline Conjuring movie, The Devil Made Me Do It Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Stephen King’s The Dark Tower, Loki Season 2, Gullermo Del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities: “The Vi…
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This movie is certified Bonkers… Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:29:27 This week, David, Andi, and Dave talk about James Wan’s 2021 movie, Malignant Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Life Ceremony by Sayaka Murata, Gullermo Del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities: “Pickman’s Mod…
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Transplanted Hair Horror… Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 2:10:00 This week, David, Andi, and Dave talk about the Justin Simien helmed folical horror flick, Bad Hair (2020) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Something Wicked This Way Comes – Ray Bradbury, Station Eleven – Emi…
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Today, Richard Lorenzo Jr. is a Christian pastor — but that wasn't always the case. The ex-warlock was at one time embroiled in the occult, engaging in evil and encouraging others to do the same. All that changed when he accepted Jesus in 2019. "I definitely was possessed," he recently said. "I was hearing voices — I was literally hearing voices." …
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We like one of these better than the other one. Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:40:04 This week, David, Andi, and Dave talk about Edgar Allan Poe’s original tale, The Fall of the House of Usher, as well as Roger Corman’s 1960 adaptation, House of Usher, starring Vincent Price! Before that though, we discuss …
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"The demons in her screamed like you wouldn't believe." That's how evangelist Ray Comfort described a shocking encounter he once had in Christchurch, New Zealand, with a young woman who he believes was fighting the demonic. "I'm right in the middle of a horror movie that I couldn't believe was happening," he said of the experience. He also revealed…
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Nevermore… Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:45:56 This week, David, Andi, and Dave talk about Mike Flanagan’s last Netflix series, The Fall of the House of Usher Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Something Wicked This Way Comes – Ray Bradbury, The Fall of the House of Usher…
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AXED TO DEATH! Featuring: Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:46:10 This week, Andi, and Dave discuss the genesis of Francis Ford Coppola, 1963’s Dementia 13 Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Godzilla (2014), Godzilla vs Kong (2021), Kengan Ashura (Netflix), What We Do In The Shadows (Season 3), Abhorr…
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In the wake of Hamas' horrific terror attack in Israel, it's likely that prophecy discussions will ramp up in some circles. This shouldn't come as a surprise, though, as many contemporary theologians and pastors believe that the world is currently observing numerous signs that mirror the supposedly prophetic contents of scriptures in Old and New Te…
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We’re back! Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:37:27 This week, Andi, David and Dave return with a look at 2022 Netflix movie, Troll Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Talk to Me (2022), The Lighthouse (2019), No One Will Save You (2023), Battle Royale (2000), Jurassic Park (1…
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This week, we revisit a classic episode from season one: From a terrifying childhood of seeing "shadow people" to a 38-year stretch as a medium who lived in the grips of evil without even knowing it, Ivani found herself on a troubling journey that ended in a dramatic deliverance that changed absolutely everything. Listen to Ivani and her family sha…
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What are generational curses? Does God punish the children for the sins of the father as we see noted in Exodus 34:7? And how does one go about breaking such a curse? The topic of generational curses is no doubt fiercely debated in the church today, with people taking a variety of stances. Some reject the notion of generational curses, while others…
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John Ramirez spends his time today preaching the Gospel, but he was once a Satanist and occultist who says he had a relationship with the devil. But Ramirez says a terrifying visit to hell and interaction with the devil led him on a journey to finding Jesus. Listen to Ramirez explain how witchcraft, Tarot cards, and chaos led him into the spiritual…
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Are aliens and UFOs real? Astrophysicist Hugh Ross, who is also a Christian apologist, has intensely looked at this issue for decades. Ross became a UFO expert by accident, though his theological take on the issue — particularly in light of the newfound cultural obsession with the topic — is fascinating. On today's episode of "Billy Hallowell's Pla…
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An ex-medium who found Jesus and abandoned the occult is speaking out and issuing a warning after actress Raven Symoné recently spoke about having "psychic" moments. Jenn Nizza, a former fortune teller who hosts the podcast "Ex-Psychic Saved," joins the show to break it all down. MORE INFORMATION: - Want to know more? Read Billy's book, "Playing Wi…
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alright, stop… hammer time! Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:23:34 This week, Andi, David and Dave review the South Korean movie that (possibly) started it all, Oldboy (2003) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Orochi, Black (and Red) Mirror, and American Werewolf in Paris. I…
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Evil is real. Tailah Scroggins felt dead inside. After growing up in a Christian home, she somehow fell into the occult, embracing astrology, witchcraft, and the New Age. But after embarking on a dark journey and losing the will to live, she had an incredible interaction with God that changed everything. Today, Tailah is an online evangelist, write…
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Got Wood? Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:40:50 This week, Andi, David and Dave review TWO movies! Edward D Wood Jr’s Bride of the Atom (1955) and Tim Burton’s Ed Wood (1994) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: House of 1000 Corpses (2003), The Devil’s Rejects (2005), and Bo…
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Mike Signorelli, pastor of V1 Church in New York City, is sounding the alarm on "Pauline," a new Disney+ show Deadline describes as a "German original about a teenager who falls in love with the devil." It's just the latest in a slew of Satan-themed content that should be giving Christian parents pause, and causing us to ponder why Hollywood contin…
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This is a podcast, based on a movie, based on a novella, That spawned a Franchise, on which this movie is also based. Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:32:27 This week, Andi, David and Dave complete their trilogy of Clive Barker related reviews, as they take a look at Hellraiser (2022) directed by David Bruckn…
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This is a podcast, based on a movie, based on a novella. Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:51:56 This week, Andi, David and Dave turn the page on another literary episode, as they review Hellraiser (1987) written and directed by Clive Barker Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including:…
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Who knew hiccups could be so deadly?! Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:39:16 This week, Andi, David and Dave turn the page on another literary episode, as they review The Hellbound Heart (1986) by Clive Barker Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: The Lovecraft eZine Podcast wi…
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Or: Scandinavia Saves the World Featuring: Andi Preller and Dave Roberts. Running Time: 1:48:46 This week, Andi and Dave travel to the picturesque village of Midwich, as they review Village of the Damned (1960) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including The Midwich Cuckoos (1982) and The Trap Door (TV Series) FILM DISCUSSE…
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A new talking board promises to connect Christians to the Holy Spirit and Jesus, and while the product — which is legitimately for sale — allegedly seems to be a massive troll, ex-psychic Jenn Nizza is sounding the alarm about the board and over Ouija boards more generally. She explains why Christians should avoid the occult at all costs and why su…
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What’s cooking? Featuring: David Hopkins & Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:53:03 This week, Dave and David take a look at The Mortuary Collection (2019) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done?, From (S1), Insidious: The Red Door (Trailer), The Book of Boba Fett, The Mandalorian (S3), Sta…
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Jayne Eyre with Zombies?! Featuring: David Hopkins, Andi Preller & Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:39:51 This week, Andi and Dave dial it back a decade or so with I Walked With a Zombie (1943) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: Violent Night (2022), Pig (2021), Freaky (2020), Dungeons and Dragons: Honour Amongst Thie…
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Organic fruit is expensive! Featuring: DC Hopkins, Andi Preller & Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:14:23 This week, Andi and Dave come right up to date with a review of We Have A Ghost (2023) Before that though, we discuss what we got into this week, Including: The Midwich Cuckoos (1982) and John Wick 4 (2023) FILM DISCUSSED: We Have A Ghost (2023) If …
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*Narration not included Featuring: DC Hopkins, Andi Preller & Dave Roberts Running Time: 1:55:02 This week, Andi, Dave, and David round out Silent March with a review of the Japanese silent movie, A Page of Madness (1926) Before that though, we discuss topics from the past week, including: Scream 6, Evil Dead (2013), Father’s Day from Holidays (201…
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"The Exorcist Files" podcast host Ryan Bethea joins "Billy Hallowell's Playing With Fire" to tackle the "alarming increase in the number of reported demonic possessions" across the U.S. — and the globe. Bethea reveals some of the crazy stories he's heard while working with Father Carlos Martins, a renowned Catholic exorcist. "The Exorcist Files" dr…
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