Rabbit Hole Horror Cast: A Podcast for the FX show "American Horror Story"

  Death abounds in the final episode of Season 5 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Be Our Guest.” Liz and Iris finally have the hotel to themselves and they waste no time ringing in a new era. We discuss Sally’s life on the internet, Will Drake’s new purpose, and Liz’s final rebirth. The Lowe Family […]

  We’re back to talk about Season 5 episode 11 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Battle Royale!” It’s the penultimate episode of the season and that means everyone dies. We discuss Iris’ peculiar grieving practices, The Countess’ departure, and March’s idea of heaven. Sally’s backstory is filled in a bit more this week and it’s […]

  Season 5 episode 10 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “She Gets Revenge,” turned out to be a rollicking good time! Liz reconnected with her son and it was everything we could have hoped for and more. We discuss Liz and Iris’ turn as Thelma and Louise, the immense pleasure found in new appliances, Iris’ […]

  We’re back with a discussion of Season 5 episode 9 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “She Wants Revenge.” Trust and revenge are massive themes in this episode, which leaves us wondering who we are supposed to trust. Is there anyone to root for this season? Are the flashbacks necessary? Thankfully this episode also returned to […]

  Season 5 episode 8 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “The Ten Commandments Killer,” revealed the show’s worst kept secret. We talk about our lack of surprise, the perks of revealing it now rather than in the finale, and how everything is Donovan’s fault. Other topics include: Bartholomew’s terrifying existence, Sally’s place in John’s life, […]

  Season 5 episode 7 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Flicker,” was one giant exposition explosion. We plunge back in time to discuss Elizabeth’s origin story, Gibby’s adorable face, and our mixed feelings about Valentino. Because of course it’s Valentino. The other half of the episode is all about Wren, or it would be if […]

  Themes of love, familial and romantic, abound in Season 5 episode 6 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Room 33.” We discuss The Countess’ unbelievable attachment to the children, Alex’s complete neglect of Scarlett, and the relationship we didn’t know we were missing. Sex once again features prominently in the episode and we touch on the […]

  Season 5 episode 5 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Room Service,” was all about transformations. Liz Taylor is the Yoda to Iris’ Skywalker; we discuss the importance of Liz’s backstory and early encounter with The Countess, Invisible Woman syndrome, Iris’ awakening, and the evolution of the best friendship ever. We lament Alex’s determination to […]

  This week we discuss Season 5 episode 4 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Devil’s Night.” Alex’s story takes a turn for the undead on this Halloween episode and we liked it? We break down our reactions to this development, offer some theories regarding a possible familial connection, and get confused by The Countess’ definition […]

  Season 5 episode 3 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Mommy,” dealt largely with the trials and tribulations of the various mothers on the show. We discuss the distinction between addiction and obsession and the importance of perspective. The Ten Commandments Killer strikes again and we wonder how they’ll depict the remaining commandments. Some people laugh, […]

  This week we discuss Season 5 episode 2 of American Horror Story: Hotel, “Chutes and Ladders.” After a brief history lesson on H. H. Holmes we wonder if these vampires eat, discuss the downside of PSAs, wonder if Miss Evers uses the magic of Satan to keep the linens clean, question Iris’ intentions, applaud Sally’s […]

  Beth and Amberlee return after a long hiatus to discuss Season 5 episode 1 of American Horror Story, “Checking In.” Every season of American Horror Story attempts to shock and disgust and this season is no exception. We discuss “that scene” and what it may have been trying to accomplish, the necessity of Lady […]

  And we’re back! With a bonus episode about The Walking Dead. Consider this a free gift without purchase from us, to you. We talk about the best and worst parts of the season so far including: Beth, Grady Memorial Hospital, the Daryl and Carol show, Father Gabriel’s existence, Michonne’s katana, Rick’s beard, and Gareth […]

  This week we discuss the season finale of American Horror Story: Freak Show. What an episode. Was it satisfying? Were things wrapped up sufficiently? Were we left wanting more? We discuss the ups and downs of this episode as a finale, the limitations of a large cast, and the treatment of the secondary characters […]

  What an eventful episode of American Horror Story! This week brought the conclusion to The Adventures of Chester and Marjorie and we bid farewell to another main character. Amberlee is joined by special guest host Beth to once again discuss the magnificent Dandy, the amazing chemistry between Jessica Lange and Danny Huston, and the importance […]

  The death count is mounting as we say goodbye to a few appendages and another member of the Freak Show on this week’s episode of American Horror Story. Join us as we discuss the folly of trusting Stanley to do anything, the continued inability of Jimmy to grow as a person, and what constitutes […]

  So that was the saddest, and possibly best, episode of American Horror Story to date. Holy shit. This week the guest host parade continues as we discuss all things Pepper. Elsa’s megalomania continues apace as she pulls a Ms. O’Brien and trips the competition, Maggie picks up where Jimmy left off, and Desiree learns […]

  On this super sized episode of the podcast Amberlee and special guest host Beth talk about both”Blood Bath” and “Tupperware Party Massacre.” We discuss the finer points of bathing in blood, and praise the general awesomeness that is Dandy “The Law” Mott. Beth explains why Maggie falls flat, Amberlee doesn’t want to watch Jimmy’s transformation […]

  Erin and Amberlee bemoan the nearly complete lack of Dandy in this week’s Dell centric episode. Stanley forces Dell to make some bad decisions, Eve continues her reign of awesomeness, and no one on this show has a good dad. We wonder if the time is well and truely nigh for Elsa, contemplate why […]

  We’re back from vacation to talk about both “Pink Cupcakes” and “Bullseye.” Murder! Intrigue! Awkward double dates! This is the American Horror Story we love. As usual we rattle on at length about the perfection that is Dandy and Gloria Mott. Dandy tries his hand at being the next Patrick Bateman, Gloria casually remarks […]

  This week we wrap-up our discussion of this season’s Halloween episodes. This episode was perhaps the most shocking so far this season and we debate how it stacks up to previous seasons. Erin is disgusted, Amberlee has less sympathy for Elsa, and we briefly discuss power dynamics and Elsa’s inability to grow as a […]

  This week Amberlee and Erin discuss the finer points of pacing and themes in this season of American Horror Story. We discuss Ethel’s suicidal tendancies, Dell’s impotence, and what this may mean for Jimmy. Twisty goes all Halloween on us, Dandy continues to throw the best tantrums, Patti LaBelle brings the sass, and we […]

  Join us this week as the Freak Show gains two new performers and says goodbye to one of its snappiest dressed denizens. Amberlee and Erin look forward to learning more about Del and Desiree, though at the moment find themselves underwhelmed. Amberlee worries that Jimmy’s rash behavior will get him killed while Erin notes that Elsa […]

  The new season of American Horror Story is here and it started with a bang. Amberlee and Erin spend this first official podcast discussing the distinct visual style of the episode and how it differs from previous seasons. Erin is enchanted by Amazon Eve, while Amberlee hopes to see more of Paul the Illustrated […]

  Erin and Amberlee Kick off their new podcast with a brief discussion of previous American Horror Story seasons and what they are looking forward to this year.   Links mentioned in this episode: Find us online at www.rabbitholenetwork.com Join our Facebook group and get in on the conversation at https://www.facebook.com/groups/479738935503747/ Follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/RabbitHoleNW