Horror Is Real

In this episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah discuss their summer watchlists. Discussions include the insanity of David Lynch, the scariest episodes of The X-Files, and upcoming horror on the horizon. 

On this episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah discuss David Robert Mitchell's 2015 horror classic "It Follows", its amazing soundtrack by Disasterpeace, and the film's influence on the new wave of "elevated" horror. 

In this episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah continue the suburb theme and discuss Bob Balaban's 1989 horror-comedy "Parents". The hosts explore topics conformity, cannibal-themed horror, and how a film's score can dramatically impact its tone.  

In this episode of the Horror Is Real podcast, Jon and Elijah discuss the ever-relevant 1995 Todd Hayne's film "Safe". Horror legend Wes Craven called this movie the scariest film of '95. The hosts dive into topics related to post-pandemic society, conformity of thought within corporate branding, and modern malaise.

In the Season 2 kickoff episode of Horror Is Real, we focus on horror movies that take place in the suburbs! What better way to start than to discuss Joe Dante's 1989 horror-comedy classic "The 'Burbs". Jon and Elijah discuss their formative years growing up in the suburbs, the dark underbelly that simmers beneath its surface, and the pros and cons of having a neighbor like Art.

In the Season 1 finale of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah are joined by long-time friend and casual horror fan Brian. The group reminisces about chilling, childhood urban legends, hits and misses with modern horror releases, and eventually Friday the 13th (2009): The Reboot. This polarizing entry to the series is often debated, and the group is not shy in sharing their thoughts. Is Trent the "Stifler" of the F13 series? Listen to find out!

In this episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah discuss crazy experiences in the desert, to include flying saucers, horrific true crime, and the way the mind reacts to isolation. Eventually, the episode moves into Friday the 13th Part 5, one of the most divisive (and sleaziest) entries to the series. 

On the fourth episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah are joined by Rob, a Nashville native and self-professed fan of movies other than horror. The three examine Rob's recollection of the Friday the 13th series as a teenager during the 1980s, and why horror movies give him anxiety. Eventually, the group discussion leads to Friday the 13th Part 4: The (Not-So) Final Chapter, to include coroner Axl's bizarre depiction of eating in the morgue, the excessive amount of broken windows, and why exactly is Jason so mad? Great question, Rob!

On this episode of Horror Is Real, Jon and Elijah discuss horror in the suburbs, an interpretive dance of David Lynch's "Fire Walk With Me", a polarizing debate over Shudder original films, and (eventually) Friday the 13th Pt 3...in 3D! Or, the one where Jason got his mask. 

In Horror Is Real's second episode, Jon and Elijah discuss all-night movie marathons, how their podcast format lacks structure like free jazz, and which Jason could they take in a fight. Eventually, the conversation coalesces into their favorite moments of Friday the 13th Part 2. 

In the Horror Is Real inaugural podcast, Jon and Elijah discuss the childhood moments that inspired their love of horror, share personal (sometimes embarrassing) stories of growing up in Kansas and Texas, and dive into the first entry of one of the most successful horror franchises of all time: Friday the 13th (1980).