Best Queer Horror Cult Podcasts (2024)

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EP. 114 - SEASON 3 FINALE - Scream 3 2:53:42

2h ago2:53:42

2:53:42

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you.This week we are closing out season 3 of our show! But don't fret, we will be back for season 4 in the fall. In this finale, we talk our favorite episodes from this season plus our top…

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Episode 90 - Sainted Subgenre: Queer Horror 1:36:40

34m ago1:36:40

1:36:40

The monsters are no longer in the closet! This week, Peaches and Michael dig into a “fearz” subgenre that’s near and dear to their hearts – QUEER HORROR! In addition to discussing how they’ve watched the cultural conversation around LGBTQIA+ representation in genre shift in real time, our hosts delve into the very real catharsis fright cinema provi…

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Episode 156 – Houses Don't Kill People ("The Amityville Horror '05") 1:11:04

8d ago1:11:04

1:11:04

Kevin & Chris take their first pod trip to the Amityville franchise with the quintessentially mid-aughts remake The Amityville Horror (2005). The 'mos talk hottie pre-Deadpool Ryan Reynolds, CGI ghosts galore, a cornucopia of jump scares and jump cuts, a babysitter with serious boundary issues, and more. Bonus topics include The Amityville franchis…

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EP. 113 - Scream 2 (1997) feat. Scream Kingz 3:07:49

1d ago3:07:49

3:07:49

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you.This week we are visiting Windsor college as we follow Sidney and friends try to solve the mystery as to why GhostFace is back and why he's attacking and murdering everyone connected t…

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Episode 155 – Buyer's Remorse ("Chopping Mall") 1:03:15

4d ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Kevin & Chris continue Braindead Summer with a trip to their favorite local Chopping Mall (1986). The 'mos talk killer robots and mall mayhem, quirky charming characters and a bitchin' final girl, curious cameos, a rad '80s music score, and more. Bonus topics include goofy mid '80s slasher favorites, Maxxxine, and many more life-changing topics I'm…

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EP. 112 - Scream featuring Bloody Broads 2:20:30

5d ago2:20:30

2:20:30

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you.This week we are beginning our last trilogy of the summer before we head on break until spooky season. What's the trilogy? Here's a hint. "What's your faaaavorite scary movie?" That's …

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Episode 89 - Idol Worship: David Cronenberg 1:29:47

10d ago1:29:47

1:29:47

Long live the new flesh! This week, Peaches and Michael are serving body in an Idol Worship celebration of David Cronenberg! In addition to discussing this notorious auteur’s penchant for exploring physical frights, our hosts delve into how audiences often react erotically to his particular brand of horror. Joining the conversation is acclaimed wri…

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Episode 154 – Roller Coaster of Blood ("Final Destination 3") 1:13:58

11d ago1:13:58

1:13:58

Kevin & Chris ring in Independence Day with the goofy fun ride Final Destination 3 (2006). The 'mos talk a roller coaster ride to hell, a fireworks celebration, scream queen Mary Elizabeth Winstead & Disney Channel staple Ryan Merriman, malfunctioning tanning beds, prophetic photographs, Death's ever-changing rules, and more. Bonus topics include S…

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EP. 111 Drinks N Dread #3 - Quivering Questions 1:22:43

12d ago1:22:43

1:22:43

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you. This week we decided to ask each other 5 horror related questions to give you all a better understanding about us. Of course, you know it went to some unexpected places. Our season is…

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It's Good To Feel Good: The Sexvangelicals Talk Sex & Purity Culture 1:16:05

13d ago1:16:05

1:16:05

Welcome, Ghosties! This episode, "It's Good To Feel Good," brings the amazing duo of Julia and Jeremiah from the Sexvangelicals podcast to talk with Meg & Sarai about the journey from sexual repression to liberation, shedding light on how purity culture has shaped our views on intimacy and desire. We get INTO IT today, sharing personal stories and …

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Episode 153 – Global Corning ("Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest") 1:16:12

19d ago1:16:12

1:16:12

Kevin & Chris finally journey 'behind the rows' to cover their favorite movie in the Children of the Corn franchise, Children of the Corn III: Urban Harvest. The 'mos talk a precocious kid preacher, dysfunctional family vibes, killer practical effects, climate change & global corn schemes, bombastic music scoring, welcome casting diversity, gnarly …

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TWO HANDS, A BLOODY CLASSIC - Part 2 52:44

19d ago52:44

52:44

We love TWO HANDS because it is now about the things we miss. This episode is about Heath Ledger, the soundtrack and pre-millennium Sydney. Featuring: Filmmaker Gregor Jordan + stars Bryan Brown and Mariel McClorey, Bernard Fanning and music journalist Courtney Fry. Join us for SUNBURNT SCREENS at The Sydney Opera House 27-30 June Head Brollie.com.…

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EP. 110 - The Exorcist 3 1:36:38

19d ago1:36:38

1:36:38

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you. This week we dive into the demonic cop thriller, The Exorcist 3 which concludes our trilogy of The Exorcist. There will be blood, there will be elderly and there will be a random exor…

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Episode 88: 9 To 5 1:31:23

28d ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Pour yourself a cup of ambition! This week, Peaches and Michael are gathering around the watercooler in celebration of 1980’s 9 TO 5! In addition to discussing this undeniable classic’s crucial feminist messaging, our hosts delve into the power of Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, and Dolly Parton as pop culture defining powerhouses. Joining the conversatio…

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TWO HANDS, A BLOODY CLASSIC - Part 1 56:52

1M ago56:52

56:52

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year is TWO HANDS, a crime classic like no other. Gregor Jordan’s directorial debut captured Sydney on the cusp of the millennium and launched the film careers of Heath Ledger and Rose Byrne. Join Alexei on a 2 part journey to discover how a film becomes a classic.Featuring: Filmmaker Gregor Jordan + stars Brya…

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EP. 109 - Exorcist 2: The Heretic featuring Horror Queers 1:28:29

1M ago1:28:29

1:28:29

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with your hosts, Mike and Bobby. We're here to entertain, inform and scare the shit out of you. This week we are joined by Joe and Trace of Horror Queers podcast to discuss the mind fuck of a movie that is Exorcist 2: The Heretic. We laughed, we tap danced and we swung our hands…

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We’re here. We’re queer. And we’re finally out! Our Late in Life Queer Stories 45:38

27d ago45:38

45:38

Have you ever known some hetero Christian married couple who were together a real long time and then one of them is like, “oops, I’m gay!” and they break up? A lot of us have known folks in this position. And we also remember the fallout and the “prayer chain” (read: gossip train) buzz when these woes befell our brethren. By the way, is there such …

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The Cult of YWAM Pt. 4 Ghostie Stories 49:55

30d ago49:55

49:55

Just when you thought your hellacious heroines, Lindsay, Meg & Sarai, couldn't possibly have more to say about YWAM, BAM! A fourth episode! This time, the call is coming from inside the house, so to speak, because Ghosties like you are sharing their YWAM experiences. Hang out with us as your Ghostie compatriots get brave and tell us the wild tales …

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The Cult of Chucky | Christine Elise | Episode 30 44:00

30d ago44:00

44:00

On this weeks episode of Catherine and James chat with actress Christine Elise (Cult of Chucky, Landfill, BH90210, Castle, A Name Without a Place). PATREON: Check out the EXTENDED CUT of this episode with BONUS MATERIAL exclusively for our Early Bird Patreon Subscribers! / screamdreamspod Follow Scream Dreams: linktr.ee/screamdreams Welcome to SCRE…

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Episode 152 – AOL Keyword ("FeardotCom") 1:07:58

1M ago1:07:58

1:07:58

Kevin & Chris continue Braindead Summer '24 with the early aughts tech-spookfest FeardotCom (2002). The 'mos talk 21st century internet fears, the dark web, the very hot Stephen Dorff, ghost girl web designers, nightmarish visual aesthetics, and more. Bonus topics include whatever the hell we felt like talking about this week (what else is new?). C…

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A BRILLIANT CAREER - The Humanist Cinema of Gillian Armstrong 1:12:26

1M ago1:12:26

1:12:26

With a filmography that weaves between factual, fiction and fantasy Gillian Armstrong’s cinema has shaped the landscape of Australian filmmaking. From period romances that challenge all established conventions, a series of intimate documentaries expressing the journey of life, and a musical comedy bursting with the energy of neon dreams, Armstrong’…

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EP. 108 - The Exorcist featuring Blerdy Massacre 1:54:34

1M ago1:54:34

1:54:34

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we are joined by Xero Gravity and Sharai The Slayer of Blerdy Massacre, a podcast you can go to for all things horror, sci-fi, fantasy & pop-culture. We catch up, play 'F*** Marry Kill and discuss the holy horror classic, The Exorcist. Movie Disc…

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The Last Stop to... Evil Dead! Francis Galluppi | Episode 29 46:02

1M ago46:02

46:02

Catherine and James join writer director Francis Galluppi (High Desert Hell (2019), The Gemini Project (2020), and The Last Stop In Yuma County (2023) AND The New Evil Dead Movie) ! PATREON: Check out the EXTENDED CUT of this episode with BONUS MATERIAL exclusively for our Early Bird Patreon Subscribers! / screamdreamspod Follow Scream Dreams: link…

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Episode 87 - Growing Up Cult: Joshua John Miller 1:00:52

1M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

A true child of the popcorn! In this very special episode, Peaches and Michael sit down with iconic actor, writer, and filmmaker Joshua John Miller for an in-depth talk about a lifetime in cult cinema. In advance of his forthcoming feature THE EXORCISM, Joshua reflects on growing up with genre royalty for parents, living a punk lifestyle, and takin…

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Episode 151 – Whose Waterbed Is It Anyway? ("PIECES") 1:10:24

2M ago1:10:24

1:10:24

Kevin & Chris kick off Braindead Summer '24 with the indescribable and eclectic cult sensation Pieces (1982). The 'mos talk gruesome kills, wackadoodle writing, serious mommy issues, a tennis pro-turned-undercover cop, kung fu, deadly waterbeds, giallo influences, and so much more. Bonus topics include The Jason Universe™, Scream 7 + Exorcist rambl…

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MAKE FILMS OR DIE - The Cinema of Rolf de Heer 55:52

2M ago55:52

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Join Alexei Toliopoulos for a career-spanning conversation with one of Australia’s most respected filmmakers Rolf de Heer. A discussion that explores his diverse filmography, including the unconventional black comedy arthouse film Bad Boy Bubby - his deep collaboration with David Gulpilil on The Tracker, Ten Canoes and Charlie’s Country - directing…

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Episode 60 Original Vs. Remake: The Evil Dead, Evil Dead & Bloody Muscle Body Builder In Hell 1:06:05

2M ago1:06:05

1:06:05

In this episode we are returning to Original Vs. The Remake with not one by three films! We are talking about one of Jessica’s favorite series - The Evil Dead! We will talk about the original cult classic from 1981, the blood soaked 2013 remake as well as the severely underrated Bloody Muscle Builder in Hell - The Japanese Evil Dead from 1995!Enjoy…

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EP. 107 - Dumbest Horror Villain Revivals 1:08:03

1M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we take a break form our season 3 theme of horror trilogies and touch on some of ourmost dreaded villain resurrections. Electricity, fire piss and the list goes on and on. What are some of yours? Movie Discussion starts @ 15:55 Sign up for our Pa…

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A Bloody Good Time | Matt Bettinelli-Olpin | Episode 28 53:11

1M ago53:11

53:11

On this weeks episode of Scream Dreams Catherine and James chat with director Matt Bettinelli-Olpin (Abigail , Scream (2022), Scream 6, Ready or Not)!PATREON: Check out the EXTENDED CUT of this episode with BONUS MATERIAL exclusively for our Early Bird Patreon Subscribers! / screamdreamspod Follow Scream Dreams: linktr.ee/screamdreams Welcome to SC…

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EP. 106 - Friday The 13th Part 3 1:38:16

2M ago1:38:16

1:38:16

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we argue about whether Angel is attractive on Buffy The Vampire Slayer, play 'Who Said That' which turns into a debate and then talk about Friday The 13th Part 3. Is Chris an underrated final girl? Do we like Jason's makeover? How does this compa…

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The Cult of YWAM Part 3: Navigating the Seas of Deconstruction with Karen Alea 1:09:52

2M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Ahoy, Ghosties! Set sail with us on the turbulent waters of YWAM's Mercy Ships as Karen Alea, from the Deconversion Therapy podcast, joins us for a deep-sea adventure into religious deconstruction. From the highs of missionary zeal to the lows of financial strain and the choppy waves of communal living, Karen shares her journey of finding land afte…

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Episode 86: Rosemary's Baby 1:40:16

2M ago1:40:16

1:40:16

He has his father’s eyes! This week, Peaches and Michael are moving into a new apartment building in celebration of 1968’s ROSEMARY’S BABY! In addition to discussing this classic’s commentary on bodily autonomy, our hosts delve into the notion of “the devil next door.” Joining the conversation is celebrated screenwriter Joshua Conkel, who shares ho…

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The Queen From Beyond | Barbara Crampton| Episode 27 25:32

2M ago25:32

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James and Catherine sit down with our very own Barbara Crampton (From Beyond, You're Next, Last Stop in Yuma County, Reanimator, Jakobs Wife)! PATREON: Check out the EXTENDED CUT of this episode with BONUS MATERIAL exclusively for our Early Bird Patreon Subscribers! / screamdreamspod Follow Scream Dreams: linktr.ee/screamdreams Welcome to SCREAM DR…

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Ep. 105 - Friday The 13th Part 2 1:16:37

2M ago1:16:37

1:16:37

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we are experiencing Pamela Voorhees son, Jason getting his revenge for his mothers death and stalking a new group of counselors. Movie Discussion starts @ 16:10 Hit us up on social media at @People_Scares with your thoughts on the podcast and Peo…

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The Truth about "The First Omen" with Director Arskasha Stevenson | Episode 26 33:26

2M ago33:26

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On this weeks episode of Scream Dreams Barbara, Catherine, and James chat with Director Arkasha Stevenson (The First Omen, Vessels, Brand New Cherry Flavor) about THAT scene in The First Omen, MPAA ratings and so much more!PATREON: Check out the EXTENDED CUT of this episode with BONUS MATERIAL exclusively for our Early Bird Patreon Subscribers! htt…

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Unveiling Shadows: Challenging Stigmas and Seeking Healing Beyond the Church with Anna Gazmarian 50:53

2M ago50:53

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Protect your peace: CW: Suicide, Depression, dark thoughts, religious ocd Anna Gazmarian shares her spiritual and mental health journey with Lindsay and Meg. Get Anna's book, out now! Devout: A Memoir of Doubt Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/holy-ghosting/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy …

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Ep. 104 - Friday The 13th 1:27:40

2M ago1:27:40

1:27:40

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we celebrate and honor Mothers Day by taking a trip to Camp Crystal Lake. Movie Discussion starts @ 14:17 Hit us up on social media at @People_Scares with your thoughts on the podcast and Peopleunderscares@gmail.com for all business inquiries. Po…

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Last Stop in Yuma County w/ Jocelin Donahue - Episode 25 49:48

2M ago49:48

49:48

On this week's episode of Scream Dreams, actor Jocelin Donahue (Insidious: Chapter 2, House of The Devil, Doctor Sleep, The Last Stop in Yuma County) chats with Catherine, James and Barbara about the release of her latest film! Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus 20% off your next box. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/SCRE…

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Episode 85 - Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me 1:54:04

2M ago1:54:04

1:54:04

We live inside a dream! This week, Peaches and Michael are having some coffee and cherry pie in celebration of 1992’s TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME! In addition to discussing David Lynch’s symbolic smashing of the television set, our hosts delve into the importance of giving Laura Palmer life. Joining the conversation is acclaimed filmmaker Ariel S…

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Ep 103 - Alien 3 1:17:43

2M ago1:17:43

1:17:43

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! Your weekly horror podcast fix with a hint of comedy. This week we landed on a frosty wasteland to close out our Alien trilogy with the third installment. Join us as we announce our patreon, play a new game and discuss Ripley's badd ass departure. Aliens Discussion starts @ 14:20 Hit us up on social media at …

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SPECIAL! David Dastmalchian! "LIVE Night with the Devil" at Overlook Film Festival!- Episode 24 1:08:28

3M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Catherine Corcoran and Barbara Crampton chat with David Dastmalchian (Late Night with the Devil, The Dark Knight, Ant-Man, The Flash, The Suicide Squad) LIVE from Overlook Film Festival for the first Scream Dreams LIVE-TAPING! This is a live Special! We offer these specials to our Patreon Members - this is a fun sample of what our members get acces…

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Episode 59: Know Your Roots! The 1960s Pt.2 1:18:07

3M ago1:18:07

1:18:07

In this episode, we return to the 1960s to discuss the history of horror and the influential films of the decade but this time we have broadened our scope to include international films - hence the part 2. We will do a mini recap of major historical events of the 1960s and where horror was at with experimental films like Psycho (1960), Peeping Tom …

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EP. 102 - Aliens feat @Photojimmy 2:01:46

3M ago2:01:46

2:01:46

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! This week we woke up from a deep slumber in space after 57 years and get tricked into going back to the slimy intergalactic mess. Joining us to discuss the fan fave, Aliens is @PhotoJimmy Aliens Discussion starts @ 18:50 Follow and support Jimmy’s links below for movie and tv reviews, music reviews, video gam…

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The Cult of YWAM Part 2: Meg's Horror Story 51:47

3M ago51:47

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Meg opens up about her experiences in YWAM. You don't want to miss this episode in our Youth With A Mission series. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/holy-ghosting/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Lindsay, Meg & Sarai

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Episode 84: The Room 1:43:57

3M ago1:43:57

1:43:57

Oh hi, Mark! This week, Peaches and Michael are spending some quality time on the roof in celebration of 2003’s THE ROOM! In addition to discussing Tommy Wiseau’s uniquely singular approach to storytelling, our hosts delve into this cult classic’s complicated presentation of female characters. Joining the discussion is acclaimed filmmaker H.P. Mend…

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Ep. 101 - Ridley Scott's Alien featuring Yutaka 1:58:09

3M ago1:58:09

1:58:09

Welcome to the People Under The Scares! A weekly podcast giving you your horror fix Alien Discussion starts @ 21:40 This week we begin our journey on the Nostromo with Ridley Scott's Alien. We are joined by Yutaka of The Horror Hour to play 6 Degrees of Horror, discuss why this film is rightfully a part of the horror genre, Ripley being a badass, t…

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Living Next to a SERIAL KILLER | Bryan Fuller- Episode 23 46:27

3M ago46:27

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Writer, Producer and Director Bryan Fuller (Dead Like Me, Wonderfalls, Pushing Daisies, Hannibal, American Gods, and Crystal Lake) is on this weeks episode of Scream Dreams to talk serial killers, growing up, and much, much more with Catherine Corcoran, James A Janisse and Barbara Crampton! Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus…

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EP. 100 - 100th Episode! Live celebration 1:15:02

3M ago1:15:02

1:15:02

Welcome to the People Under The Scares podcast! This week we celebrate our 100th episode of the podcast by going live for the listeners (we'll be doing more of these lives so keep an ear out. We discussed some tv shows and movies we're looking forward to, mentioned our Patreon and it's content that will be live Friday, April 19th, took suggestions …

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The Cult of YWAM Part 1 with DL Mayfield 1:10:18

3M ago1:10:18

1:10:18

In this episode, we dive into the not-so-wonderful world of Youth With a Mission, aka YWAM. We chat with our pal (and Lindsay’s sister), D.L. Mayfield about the history and horrors of the cult-like organization that began with one white guy's vision of young people sweeping the globe for Jesus. (Totally not creepy, right?) Fast forward a few decade…

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Fiona Dourif | The REAL Seed of Chucky! | Episode 22 47:40

3M ago47:40

47:40

On this weeks episode of Scream Dreams we have actress Fiona Dourif (Curse of Chucky, Cult of Chucky, Chucky, Tenet, The Blacklist) to talk all things Chucky, astrology, childhood memories and more! Support the show and get 50% off your 1st Factor box, plus 20% off your next box. Head to https://www.factormeals.com/SCREAMDREAMS50 and use code SCREA…

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