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Christopher G. Brown and Scott Kurland sit down once a week in October to discuss their favorite horror films, as well as some real life unexplained and spooky stories. Hilarity promptly ensues.

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    • Oct 29, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 15 EPISODES


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    Don't Look Now (1973)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 61:45


    For the final episode of Season Three, Christopher and Scott are joined by their spouses, Danielle and Hayleigh (respectively) to discuss the glacial slow burn that is Don't Look Now. While discussing the film, everyone notes Donald Sutherland's performance as a checked out family man, his strong dislike of blind psychics, and his fondness for working in the nude. And the sex scene. My God, the sex scene! MY EYES

    Last Night in Soho (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2023 77:55


    Christopher n' Scott are joined by Jonathan Kesselman (The Hebrew Hammer, On the Streets with Jonathan Kesselman, Gander) to discuss 2021's "Last Night in Soho". Along the way, we discuss practical special effects versus CGI, potential time travelers, and we learn what to be on the look out for when in Panama City. Good times are had by all!

    Only Lovers Left Alive (2013)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2023 102:11


    On this definitely first recording and not second attempt, Christopher and Scott are joined by repeated guest Lilz Martin (Hell is a Musical, Sawtooth) discuss Jim Jarmusch's 2013 vampire slow burn, Only Lovers Left Alive. Topics of discussion include the perfect casting choices for this film as well as the problems of being an immortal party girl. Why are all vampires rich? Because they're given infinite wealth when they're turned, you dummy.

    The Shining (1980)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2023 96:03


    We're back for episode two of the season to gush over 1980's masterpiece The Shining, and we're not alone! Colby Day (Spaceman, In The Blink of an Eye, Happy Vacation) joins in as we nerd out over just how danged good this film is. We discuss the theories (ranging from plausible to full on conspiracy) that surround the film, Jack Torrance's contempt for his family from day one, and why Scott may have been a good Spanky.

    The Menu (2022)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2023 83:17


    Hey li'l stabbers! We're back for our third season in which we're treating ourselves to the world of elevated horror. Beginning with our most recent film to date, 2022's "The Menu", Christopher and Scott are joined by Blake and Jessica of the Nailed podcast to discuss this violent class satire. Along the way we talk about cool deaths, how three of us (theoretically) loved "Renfield", and about just how much of a dick the character Tyler is in this film. Hopefully you'll want a burger as badly as we did at the end of recording.

    ParaNorman (2012)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2022 67:11


    As we wrap up our season of family-friendly horror films, Christopher and Scott are joined by Bill Oakley (Steamed Hams Society, Mission Hill, The Simpsons) and Matt Keyser (Clamshell Case Files, Blood Brothers) to discuss the 2012 gem that is ParaNorman. We discuss standard voice casting and stunt voice casting, the perks and problems of living in Salem, Massachusetts during Halloween season, and then Scott regales all with a tale of a dog that can see ghosts. Or can it? Tune in, and see you next year!

    The Addams Family Values (1993)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2022 93:31


    Christopher n' Scott are joined by Danielle Brown this week as they discuss the classic horror comedy The Addams Family Values and talk about why it may be better than the original, how it's the perfect Summer/Halloween/Thanksgiving film, and dark fantasies Scott may or may not harbor over the cake scene. He says not, but Christopher is uncertain. Good times are had by all. Eat me!

    Ernest Scared Stupid (1991)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 100:05


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Kendra Beltran of the Crushgasm podcast to discuss 1991's family comedy/horror vehicle Ernest Scared Stupid. Talking points include whether Ernest is magical or if he takes several hours to get points across, weird film logic/terrible 90s film parenting, and bad ideas for things to do with milk IRL. Later, Scott tells a story about a haunted doll. Guess which one! Nope, not that one! And not that one either! (Seriously, you're not going to guess this one.)Always remember: milk eradicates them...and it gets rid of them, too!

    Mr. Boogedy (1986)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2022 88:39


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Jonathan Sasor (Melt, Rampikes) to discuss the 1986 television special Mr. Boogedy. Originally a part of the Wonderful World of Disney lineup, this 45 minute feature is a "frightfest" for the whole family. Talking points include John Astin's puzzling willingness to appear in this film, how utterly impossible it would be to live with the protagonists, and just how insane this film suggests a midnight snack could be. Later, Scott shares the folklore of Baba Yaga.Gag City!

    Return to Oz (1985)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2022 87:03


    In the first episode of season two, Christopher and Scott are joined by Hayleigh Kurland to discuss the 1985 acid trip for kids that is Return to Oz. Scott has problems with a large child puppet with an adult consciousness calling a human child "Mom", Christopher is obsessed with how a nineteenth century medical quack describes his electroshock machine, and Hayleigh references the greased chutes of H. H. Holmes's infamous castle. Later, Scott found a modern story of La Llarona...at a ski resort?!We're back!

    Halloween (1978)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 80:39


    In the final episode of our initial run, Christopher and Scott jointly picked the 1978 horror classic Halloween. Joined by Danielle Brown (World of Commotion), they discuss the competency of Dr. Samuel Loomis, driving while wearing a mask, and Michael Myer's unusual and specific diet. Later, Scott provides us with some grisly real life horrors and then we discuss Bat Boy. Fun times had by all!

    Hereditary (2018)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2021 80:36


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Jim Schultz (Old Men Yell at Cloud) to discuss the 2018 modern horror classic, Hereditary. Scott tries to explain why he finds this film to be realistic, Christopher reveals that he'd be willing to take a few punches for writer/director Ari Aster, and Jim learns that Paimon is in fact a real genuine obscure Christian spirit. Later, Scott shares a story about a real life twentieth century Australian witch.

    28 Days Later (2002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2021 104:39


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Hayleigh Kurland to discuss Danny Boyle's 2002 zombie/not zombie classic 28 Days Later. There's discussion about the distance from London to Manchester and Scott's completely insane theory that the military turned Brendan Gleason's character into a Rage carrier through a method that would make Rube Goldberg proud. Later, Scott provides a story of a real life exorcist that may or may not be an actual insane person.https://www.the-sun.com/news/403785/exorcist-real-devil-possessed-pennsylvania/

    Friday the 13th (1980)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2021 74:41


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Lilz Martin (Jukebox Zeroes, Hell is a Musical) to discuss 1980's unlikely slasher success story, Friday the 13th. There's a lot of discussion about Crazy Ralph both in this film and other potential projects, and later Scott digs up the strange tale of Mercy Brown.

    The Thing (1982)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 79:53


    In this episode, Christopher and Scott are joined by Jon Sasor as they discuss John Carpenter's 1982 classic, "The Thing". Much talk is based around Kurt Russell's incredible Antarctic sombrero, and the undeniable sexual energy of Wilford Brimley. Later, Scott finds a tale with some moderate storytelling woes and Christopher attempts to read it.

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