The Creepcast with Bri & Ber

After a long year away Bri & Ber make their triumphant return...UNSUPERVISED. They review the movie No One Gets Out Alive and explore the Aztec deity that inspired some of the lore used in the movie. All the while still getting distracted and somehow also reviewing other shows.

This week Bri & Ber are doing one final spooky episode and will be going on a long hiatus due to normal life stuff. So naturally they are ending on Halloween reviewing a horror movie about religious doubts, demonic possession, and attempts to get out of college loans, The Rite. They go over it's plot, theories on psychological trauma that can cause lack of faith, and of course Anthony Hopkins iconic acting skills.

This week Bri & Ber watch the straight to DVD movie, Population 436. They discuss it's wild plot line, their odd choice of main/hero character, and go over theories as to the town's process about deciding how they keep their number at 436. Sprinkled with some Brendan Fraser love and reliving their emo days.

This week Bri & Ber learn about a banshee like creature from Scottish folklore, the Bean-Nighe! They go over the meaning of her name, how she makes laundry more sinister, and the different rewards you get if you can get the jump on her. All while they reminisce about 90s commercials and song lyrics.

This week Bri & Ber review a Canadian made found footage film, Grave Encounters. As a personal favorite of theirs, they do a deep dive on the plot, discuss the solid special effects and contemplate some elements that could have made the movie better if left out. Sprinkled of course with Austin starting a conversation and then forgetting that he was the one that brought it up.

This week Bri & Ber watch a new horror movie just released this year, The Seventh Day. They go over it's plot, how it compares to almost a detective movie, and go over their theories on who could have truly been the root of the evil happening in this film.

This week Bri & Ber do a multi-topic episode learning about some lesser known doll hauntings. First is the story of Okiku, a doll that is thought to be possessed by the spirit of her deceased owner. Then the ladies discuss the unsettling Doll island, which is said to be covered in dolls to keep a spirit of a girl that drowned near by at bay. They also discuss why gifting children collectable barbies is just ridiculous.

This week Bri & Ber head to England to learn about the interesting case of Bill Ramsey, or as the media called him, the Southend Werewolf. The ladies learn about his first instance of potential possession in his youth, then the repeated episodes as an adult, and how the famous demonologists the Warrens intervened to potential give him a chance at a normal life. With a sprinkling of the creation of a new action movie franchise featuring Satan.

This week Bri & Ber make their triumphant return! ...With a mediocre psychological thriller. They discuss the Johnny Depp led film, "The Secret Window". The ladies go over it's plot, how audiences received it, and their personal feelings after watching it. As well as being distracted by Fairly Odd Parents anatomy questions.

This week Bri & Ber are back on their horror movie kick, and they're discussing "The Thirteen Ghosts"! They go over the movie in its entirety, how it differs from other horror movies, and go into detail of each ghost's back story. All the while lamenting how horror movies tend to run painfully short.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a lesser known goddess/nymph in Greek Mythology, Melinoe! They discuss her origins, her rolls as a goddess in the Orphic tales, and her ties with Persephone. With Ber & Bri occasionally pausing to fangirl over Kikyo from the Inuyasha series.

This week Bri & Ber explore the stories behind multiple paintings that are rumored to be haunted. The haunting range from as small as causing bad luck to being the suspected cause of fires in multiple homes. All while Bri & Ber stand by the phrase "If it looks and walks like a duck it's probably a duck" or in Ber's case a Kelpie.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a found footage movie from 2018, The Devil's Doorway. They go over it's plot, their thoughts on the movie's execution, and the background of Magdalene Laundry. As well as getting mildly distracted by the inaccuracy of Disney's Hercules.

This week Bri & Ber continue their deep dive on Mermaids! They continue going through different versions of mermaids in other cultures, sightings, hoaxes, and scientific reasoning for why they can't exist. While getting distracted about how cute manatees are.

This week Bri and Ber head under the sea to learn about one of the worlds most well known mythological creature, the Mermaid! In part one they discuss the origins of the mermaid and go over the different European and Slavic folklore, which cover their kind and not so friendly nature.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a demon known through multiple cultures, Abyzou. They discuss her origins, the many name she goes by, and the multiple ailments she is said to be responsible for.

This week Bri & Ber examine and review another horror movie from the early 2000s, The Descent. The discuss it's phobia inducing scenes, gruesome death scenes, and the ideas behind the creepy creature designs. As well as briefing referencing other horror movies throughout.

This week Bri & Ber head back to New Orleans for another well known urban legend, the Casket Girls. They tell their story, going over France's history of sending young women to new colonies, and breaking down why this tale is very much a myth. Plus a very heated debate about carrier pigeons and werewolf Jesus.

This week Bri & Ber learn about the origins of Odin's Steed, Sleipnir! They go over where in history he's been referenced, his very strange beginnings, and how he's still mentioned in modern times. All the while Bri & Ber are still very much on their Lord of the Rings kick.

This week Bri & Ber breakaway from the norm and review the horror movie Sinister! They go over it's plot, how white people can't resist snooping through dead people's home videos, and ponder why the hell a demon prefers super 8 film reels. Austin also decides to try to educate Bri about the film Gattaca, but then later offends her with his lack of Lord of the Rings knowledge.

This week Bri & Ber learn about one of the most well known houses in the US, the Winchester Mansion (Mystery House). They discuss what drives Sarah Winchester to build this home, it's intricately strange layout, and how it's creation has influenced pop culture. As well as getting sidetracked with educating Austin about the first season of the American Horror Story series.

This week Bri & Ber explore the history of one of Egypts most well known Gods, Anubis. They go over his many titles, how his story has shifted throughout history, and how his representation in pop culture is completely opposite of his true role. It they can't talk Egypt with out getting slightly distracted about the Mummy franchise!

This week Bri & Ber look into the strange story of a ghost child from Japan, the Zashiki-Warashi. They learn about its potentially dark origins, what to expect when one resides in your home, and how it is found in quite a bit of pop culture today.

This week Bri & Ber go over one of the oldest inns in England, the Mermaid Inn! They go over it's history, it's affiliation with the Hawkhurst gang, and the many hauntings that guests have experienced while visiting the Inn. All while Bri struggles with her mixed feelings about tunnels and secret rooms.

This week Bri & Ber learn about an Islamic creature that inspired one of the many summons from Final Fantasy, the Ifrit! They go over it's origins, it's appearances in Islamic folklore, and how it continues to appear today in pop culture. All while trying to avoid the recording equipment's assaults on Ber.

This week Bri & Ber bring you a multitude of different cryptids! Starting with the Grassman, a more aggressive version of Bigfoot that hangs out in pits playing with trash. Next they learn about the Fresno Nightcrawler, a possible alien like creature with no arms. Lastly they learn about another insect human hybrid, the Mantis Man! And naturally all the codes are cracked.

This week Bri & Ber look into an Albanian monster that is said to cause storms, the Kulshedra. They go over it's origins, how they evolve over the years, and their on going war with warriors and saints. As well as discovering Bri's odd way to learn how to pronounce words.

This week Bri & Ber discover a creature from Chinese folklore that guard your home from negative energies and promotes wealth, the Pixiu! They go over the differences between male and female, their origins, and how to properly place them in your home.

This week Bri and Ber continue their exploration on the mysterious Mari Lwyd tradition. They discuss it's coverage in different regions, the tradition's revival in the 20th century, and how it still appears in some cultures today. Naturally while plotting on all the crazy ways they could bring it to the States.

This week Bri & Ber go into a Welsh tradition that spans over Christmas and New Years, the Mari Lwyd. In this first half they discuss what this tradition entails, how folklorists try to figure out it's start through etymology, and go over multiple possible origins. All of this after they discuss horror movies with too many sequels.

This week Bri & Ber look into a well known snow spirit in Japanese folklore, the Yuki-onna! They go over the multiple versions of well known stories, how you know you've encountered a Yuki-onna, and how there's nothing you could do to defend yourself because Yuki-onnas don't care about rules. Bri also drops a hint about what unnecessary things she wants for as presents.

This week Bri & Ber start their winter themed topics off exploring a house spirit of Scandinavian folklore, the Nisse! They go over it's origins, how to keep your Nisse happy, what the consequences could be if you upset it, and how it's shifted to be a creature that delivers presents during Yule. As well as revisit Ber's need for a black goat with a beard.

This week Bri & Ber continue learning about the Aswang, a creature from Filipino folklore. They discuss it's origin and influences; which includes its home, behavior and a genetic disorder that may have influenced the tales. As well as going over its different portrayals in media, such as film, television and literature.

This week Bri & Ber begin their multi-episode dive on a creature from Philippine folklore, the Aswang. They go over the different types of aswang, what behavior they display, and the best countermeasures to take when you encounter one. As well as bringing back some catch phrases that haven't been heard in a while.

This week Bri & Ber take their curiosity to New Zealand and learn about the Taniwha! They learn about this creature's origins, it's duality of protector and predator, and it's effects on pop culture today. As well as quickly learning why Bri wouldn't last having a monster hunting show.

This week Bri & Ber look into a fallen angel that was the lead a group of other angels to forsake heaven and live on the wild side, Samyaza. They go over the history of Samyaza and his group known as the watchers, a few cultural variations, and his effect on pop culture. After having a small intervention for Ber's phone game addiction.

This week Bri and Ber complete part 3 of their deep dive on Witchcraft! They end the short series with an overview of Europe, specifically focusing on Italy and Spain. Followed by an exploration of Russia's history with spells, the societal views, and witch trials. Sprinkled with their normal amount of off topic conversation.

Continuing with the tradition of the last 2 years, Bri & Ber dedicate their Halloween special to a horror film. They do a deep dive on "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" a screenplay by Guillermo del Toro; a film that makes you think twice about that older home you were thinking about purchasing and question anything you know about fairies.

This week Bri & Ber continue their deep dive on Witchcraft, by going into different regions views and reactions to witchcraft. They go over Africa, some of the Americas, and some of Asia. While only being mildly distracted by Austin's shenanigans and discussions of Studio Ghibli movies.

This week Bri & Ber FINALLY start a deep dive into a topic that has existed for centuries and spanned many cultures and religions, Witchcraft! They go over it's history, the many variations of witchcraft, and just scratch the surface of its controversial events that have happened over the years. As well as sprinkling a bit of pop culture throughout the episode.

This week Bri & Ber discuss one of the more well known Japanese folklore due to anime, the Shinigami! They go over how it's story progressed over time, how they prey on humans, and as mentioned earlier they representation in pop culture. All while being nostalgic about 90s toys and movie rental businesses.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a creature well known through Jewish folklore, the Golem. They go over the most well known tales of its creation, the potential dangers of creating a golem, and just barely scratch the surface of how its appeared throughout the years in pop culture. As well as tying in random anime references throughout the episode.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a creature that was feared through out multiple culture, the Strix! They go over it's different origins, how to know if you see one, and try to decide if it's a witch or a vampire. All while shaming Austin for no reason and getting nostalgic.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a creature that is well know in British folklore, the Boggart! They go over it's origins, some of the well known stories, how to know you're being haunted by one, and how you may have heard of it in pop culture today. As well as making the discovery that Ber's youngest child just might be one, due to many eerie similarities.

This week Bri & Ber discuss demons that potentially plague people in their sleep and drain them of their life force, Succubus and Incubus. They go over, their origins, how they potentially work together (or are just one shape shifting demon), and how science potentially disproves their existence. All while they possibly reveal Austin's true identity, by accusing him of being one with zero proof.

This week Bri & Ber continue with different cultural variations of Sihuanaba. They go over how she is not only a horse faced woman, but could also be an older woman, or one with chicken feet. All the while getting distracted with movie references and nostalgia.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a legend well known throughout central america, Sihuanaba! In this first part they go over who she is, how to recognize her, and a few of the different variations in Spain, El Salvador, and Guatemala. As well as reminiscing on their days of being basement creatures.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a urban legend well known in Brazil, the Headless Mule. They go over its origins, different variations, and interpretations of the potential symbolism in the lore. While also discussing the Blade franchise and some how adding more steps to Bri's last will and testament.

This week Bri & Ber discuss a well known mythological being in Norse folklore, Dwarfs! They talk about their origins, the different roles they played in folk tales, and how they are featured in pop culture today. Sprinkled with anxiety public service announcements, and overly creative ways to prank your workplace.

This week Bri & Ber look into a well known urban legend in Virginia, the Bunny Man Bridge. They'll discuss it's origins, what parts of the legend are actually true, and how the legend has appeared in pop culture. All while getting distracted with other discussions, like which Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle is the best.

This week Bri & Ber discuss an event of the 90s that greatly disturbed a small town, the Oakville Blobs. They go over how the event unfolded, the damage these blobs caused to this small community and theories on what the blobs are. All while wondering what is Austin's name really though?