Podcasts about women in horror

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel embrace horror and gore joy in our review of Scare Package, directed by Courtney Andujar, Hillary Andujar, Emily Hagins, and more!  So, was this movie the total package? Or did we want to return to sender? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 121 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Lady Beware, directed by Karen Arthur. In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, we discuss the state of women in horror in 2025, so far! We name our favorite women-directed horror films we've seen in the first half of this year, and name the one that let us down. Plus, we discuss our most anticipated films in the back half of the year! Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell

In this episode, we sit down with horror artist, illustrator, and creative powerhouse Alicia Berbenick, the mind behind the chilling and visually arresting project Resident Easel. Known for her haunting use of color, texture, and emotion, Alicia's work blends the grotesque and the beautiful, often drawing inspiration from horror films, folklore, body horror, and the psychological shadows that linger in our everyday lives.We talk about her artistic process, how horror informs her visual storytelling, her favorite scary movies, and how Resident Easel serves as both a personal exorcism and a love letter to the genre. Alicia opens up about the emotional core behind her pieces, what it means to be a horror artist in the modern age, and how she's carving a distinct path in the world of dark art.Whether you're a fan of horror illustration, indie horror culture, or just want to hear from someone who bleeds ink and screams creativity, this one's for you.Tags/SEO Keywords:Alicia Berbenick, Resident Easel, horror artist interview, horror art, body horror, horror illustration, Another Goddamn Horror Podcast, indie horror artist, horror creative process, women in horror, psychological horror, creepy art, spooky artist, haunted visuals, modern horror art, visual horror storytelling, dark art podcast, horror culture 2025

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel embrace horror and gore joy in our review of Scare Package, directed by Courtney Andujar, Hillary Andujar, Emily Hagins, and more!  So, was this movie the total package? Or did we want to return to sender? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 121 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Lady Beware, directed by Karen Arthur In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, we discuss the state of women in horror in 2025, so far! We name our favorite women-directed horror films we've seen in the first half of this year, and name the one that let us down. Plus, we discuss our most anticipated films in the back half of the year! Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author of WORDS MADE OF FLESH, the eco-horror YOU WILL SPEAK FOR THE DEAD, and the Stoker-nominated story “Ten Thousand Crawling Children,” R.A. Busby spends her spare time running in the desert with her dog and thinking about weird things to write about.    Recommended in this episode: “Ten Thousand Crawling Children” and WORDS MADE OF FLESH by R. A. Busby   NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    UP NEXT: Summer HIATUS! Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

Send us a textWe're joined by the one and only Robyn Lively for a special live episode recorded at Sinister Creature Con! From Teen Witch to Twin Peaks to her work in horror, Robin shares stories from her career, fan-favorite roles, and what keeps her drawn to the spooky side of storytelling. It's a fun, insightful, and fang-filled conversation you won't want to miss!

Amy & Kaylyn cover Lucky McKee's 2002 cult classic and chat about women in horror and becoming fearless.

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel review Shudderbugs, directed by Johanna Putnam. So, did this movie have us shuddering with terror? Or did it bug? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 120 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Scare Package, directed by Courtney Andujar, Hillary Andujar, Emily Hagins, and more!  In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel finally makes Ariel watch some more of Andor, then we give our thoughts on some very exciting women in horror news. Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell

On this episode of More Deadly, Rachel and Ariel review Shudderbugs, directed by Johanna Putnam. So, did this movie have us shuddering with terror? Or did it bug? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 120 to find out! What to watch before the next episode: Scare Package, directed by Courtney Andujar, Hillary Andujar, Emily Hagins, and more!  In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, Rachel finally makes Ariel watch some more of Andor, then we give our thoughts on some very exciting women in horror news.  Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, early releases, live shows, and much more, all ad-free! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to TheMoreDeadlyPodcast@gmail.com or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Bluesky, and X @zgpodcasts and on TikTok @More.Deadly. Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show, please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Indie horror filmmaker Julia Max joins us to talk about her feature debut The Surrender, A raw, emotionally charged film that explores the complexities of caregiving for a dying parent, the need for control, and the chaos of family grief. We dig into how horror can act as a vessel for personal catharsis, and why mother-daughter horror remains a subgenre ripe for the screen! If you're into character driven horror, personal filmmaking, or stories that turn real emotional pain into unforgettable genre experiences, this one's for you soo...COME HANG OUT!!!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage on all socialsSean: @hypocrite.ink on IG/TikTok, @hypocriteink on Twitter/XEnjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! For early Access and ad-free episodes, subscribe on Wondery+.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rachel and Matilda from the Zombie Grrlz Podcast Network join Caitlin to cover The Ugly Stepsister, an outstanding 2025 horror release from Norway. We talk about beauty standards, dance, fairy tales, and how no one wins under patriarchy. It's a great movie and a great discussion. Tangents include: physical media, a WYR and some FMKs, first movies, VHS tapes, first books, Santa Claus, horror movies with muppets, and pride horror recs.

A very special encore. Kate talks to Barbara Crampton, BJ Colangelo, and Gigi Saul Gurerro about their lives in the horror community, what they're working on, what types of stories they'd like to see told about women in horror, and so much more.Questions? Comments? Criticism? Hit us up on social media at @theblcklst.This conversation is from 2020. To learn more about The Black List, visit www.blcklst.com.Mentions: Barbara Crampton: https://twitter.com/barbaracrampton BJ Colangelo: https://twitter.com/bjcolangelo Gigi Saul Gurerro: https://twitter.com/HorrorGuerrero 

Tracy Cross is a dealer in dark fiction, her gripping stories featured in a range of podcasts and anthologies. Her debut novel, the gripping "Rootwork" (Dark Hart Publishing, November 2022), explores the strong bonds of family and draws on her own heritage in hoodoo. This is followed by "A Gathering of Weapons" (October 2024), the second book of the Rootwork series. Tracy resides in Washington, DC, where she is an active member of the Horror Writers Association. When she's not busy writing scary stories, she's dancing to disco. Keep up with her news and musings at her blog: tracycwritesonline.com. You can also follow her on Instagram @tracycrosswrites, on Bluesky @tracycrosswriter.bksy.social, and on Threads: @tracycrosswrites.    Recommended in this episode: Rootwork and A Gathering of Weapons by Tracy Cross   NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    UP NEXT: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

Maddie joins Caitlin to cover Red Rooms, a 2023 movie that is part horror thriller, part courtroom drama. It's one that really stuck with us, both for its masterful direction and its shocking acts of "nonphysical violence." Highly recommend. Tangents include: the Lady of Shallot, astrology (duh), Canada, eyesight, FMKs for meats and Real Housewives, cryptids in the wild, what scared us as kids, Osama Bin Laden, and pasta shapes.

Banned Books Week (launched in 1982) is normally in September/October, but given the state of things, we thought it was a relevant topic. Buying physical copies of books, when you can, seems to be a smart thing to do.   PEN estimates that book bans have doubled in the past year; here's where to fight that by sending a letter to state lawmakers.    Some of our sources: Data from the ALA; Unite Against Book Bans; National Coalition Against Censorship; PEN America; Authors Against Book Bans    Recommended in this episode: B.R. Myers's The Third Wife of Faraday House and Clay McLeod Chapman's Wake Up and Open Your Eyes   NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    UP NEXT: Tracy Cross Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

On this episode, I'm closing out my Women in Horror series with the Soska Sisters Festival of the Living Dead (2024). When teens attend a festival to celebrate the folks that went through the '68 zombie outbreak some meteors have some newly undead folks crashing the party for a killer time. Yeah, I went there. Spoiler free and rave filled. The artist on my podcast playlist is Fishbone. Game Over! tee in profile pic by Dethink Tees. https://dethink.bigcartel.com/product/game-over-man-game-over

In our discussion of Alfred Hitchcock's 1960 classic Psycho we discuss the psychology of Norman Bates, the birth of the slasher, women in horror, underrated performances & more! This episode was originally released on Aug 31, 2020 I Love This You Should Too is hosted by Samantha and Indy Randhawa   Psycho is a 1960 American horror film produced and directed by Alfred Hitchcock. The screenplay, written by Joseph Stefano, was based on the 1959 novel of the same name by Robert Bloch. The film stars Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, John Gavin and Martin Balsam. The plot centers on an encounter between on-the-run embezzler Marion Crane (Leigh) and shy motel proprietor Norman Bates (Perkins) and its aftermath, in which a private investigator (Balsam), Marion's lover Sam Loomis (Gavin) and her sister Lila (Miles) investigate her disappearance.

From cult classics to modern masterpieces, female directors have made a lasting impact on the horror genre. In this episode of Terror Talk Podcast, we celebrate International Women's History Month by spotlighting some of the most influential female horror directors in the industry. We'll discuss their groundbreaking films, the unique perspectives they bring to horror, and how they've shaped the genre.Join us as we deep dive into the work of trailblazers and modern icons like:Mary Harron (American Psycho)Jennifer Kent (The Babadook)Ana Lily Amirpour (A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night)Julia Ducournau (Raw, Titane)Karyn Kusama (Jennifer's Body, The Invitation)We'll explore their industry impact, signature storytelling styles, and how they've pushed the boundaries of horror.What's your favorite horror film directed by a woman? Let us know in the comments or on social media!Follow us for more horror psychology content:Instagram: @terrortalkpodcastYouTube: TerrorTalk PodcastFacebook: Halloween All Year LongTikTok: @dark.psychology.girlsMusic Credit: Mannequin Uprising

We're back for another packed episode of Sidetracks. And since March is Women's History Month, we're taking this opportunity to shed light on some of our favorite female horror directors. Plus, we're talking the latest streaming releases.We'll be off for Spring Break next week, but after that we'll be covering THE WICKER MAN (1973)Stay spoopy ya'll!Timestamps:00:00:20 Start00:01:06 Spring Break00:03:12 Our Favorite Female Horror Directors/Brit's Pick #100:06:22 Katie's Pick #100:11:00 Brit's Pick #200:13:46 Katie's Pick #200:18:47 Brit's Pick #300:23:30 Katie's Pick #300:24:36 Honorable Mentions00:33:53 Future Movies to Cover00:39:33 Yellowjackets Season 3 (Ep 1-5 slight spoilers) (Showtime)00:41:22 Invincible Season 3 (slight spoilers) (Prime)00:43:45 Better Man (Paramount +)00:46:22 You've Got Mail (Hulu)/Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (Peacock)/Companion (Rental)00:47:45 Challengers (Prime)00:53:03 Red Rooms (Mubi)00:56:56 The Boondock Saints (Hulu)/Pulp Fiction (Hulu)/Logan Lucky (Netflix)01:00:00 Re-watching Nosferatu (Peacock)/Longlegs (Hulu)/The Menu (Netflix)01:02:00 Anthony Perkins, Longlegs, and The Monkey Connections01:14:25 Next Time-THE WICKER MAN (Tubi/Pluto)01:17:40 GoodbyesThe Grindhouse Girls Podcast is created by Katie Dale and Brit Ray. This week's episode is edited by Katie Dale.Royalty free music used: Ready Set Go and Outro White SmokeCopyright 2020 Grindhouse Girls PodcastThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

If you've seen Ginger Snaps (2000), you know it was a movie pretty much made for Spooky Tuesday — so it's kind of a shock that it's taken us this long to get around to it. But when it comes to ending the WW part of WWVVSDE (Werewolf vs. Vampire Seasonal Depression Event), we just might have saved the best for last. On this week's episode, we're diving into the Katharine Isabelle cult classic, breaking down the social commentary exactly as Emily Perkins would've wanted, and calling out all of the cultural touch points past and future that this flick was in conversation with. References: Deleted Scenes: `https://youtu.be/0grukrSbiwM?si=3uLbrLvK3o4hmbIhhttps://x.com/mudbuckle/status/1817412371880833151https://www.theguardian.com/film/2021/oct/25/werewolf-thelma-and-louise-how-we-made-cult-horror-ginger-snaps-scarlet-johansson-boycotthttps://thiswitchwrites.home.blog/2019/12/28/ginger-snaps-and-the-impossible-task-of-growing-up-female/https://bloodlettermag.com/ginger-snaps-and-the-possession-of-womanhood/https://medium.com/@wewillbethestars/together-forever-sisterhood-and-femininity-in-ginger-snaps-women-in-horror-series-64adcbfeda7dhttps://wearethemutants.com/2020/10/08/sister-lovers-the-curse-of-queerness-in-ginger-snaps/https://x.com/retrocvnty/status/1894105708385145171

In “The End of the Voyage,” a short story in Bora Chung's collection Your Utopia , a group escapes a pandemic here on Earth by jumping into a spaceship. As they search for a safe place to live, their trip takes a dark turn.    Recommended in this episode: Beach Read by Emily Henry   NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    UP NEXT: Banned Books   Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.   

On this episode, continuing with the Women in Horror series to talk about Mimi Cave's Fresh (2022). When a meet cute turns into a meat cute. Noa is looking for love and runs into Steve who is into her but for body and not the way you might think. Bring your dating app and your appetite. Spoiler free and quite meaty. The artist on my podcast playlist is Yeah Yeah Yeahs. Game Over! tee in profile pic by Dethink Tees. https://dethink.bigcartel.com/product/game-over-man-game-over

Join me and my book buds, Aubrei, Naomi and Steph and the playback of our live discussion, Women in Horror! Follow AubreiFollow NaomiFollow StephHere are all the books mentionedIf you'd like to join our book club and read with us, please do:⁠ Join Weirdo Book ClubIf you want more Weirdo Book Club or you want to show your support, here are a few places to start: ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠TikTok⁠ | ⁠Instagram⁠ | Bluesky⁠Join/Support My Bindery⁠Send Natalie a Book⁠⁠Send Hannah a Book⁠

This week we're joined by our friends Johnny Cann and Tyler Hyde from That's Spooky as we celebrate women's history and women in horror with a look at the last movie you'd think would be appropriate for such an occasion. Slumber Party Massacre, from 1982, is a sleazy, lurid spectacle with an unexpected background. Written in 1978 as a spoof of slasher movies by radical feminist icon, Rita Mae Brown, it ended up in the hands, of all people, of Roger Corman, who turned it over to his editor, Amy Holden Jones as she set her sights on directing for the first.Full of gratuitous nudity, gore, and people making a lot of bad decisions it's a remarkably entertaining piece of slasher horror with a wild production history that ultimately caused the second wave of feminism to turn on Rita Brown in a really unfortunate way. Do check it out!Join the Bring Me The Axe Discord: https://discord.gg/snkxuxzJSupport Bring Me The Axe! on Patreon: https://patreon.com/bringmetheaxepodBuy Bring Me The Axe merch here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bonfire.com/store/bring-me-the-axe-podcast/⁠

On this episode, continuing my Women in Horror series to talk about the Karyn Kusama directed film Jennifer's Body (2009). Hell is a teenaged girl and adding a succubus to the mix is even more hellish. BFFs, satanic virginal (but not really virginal) sacrifice and the horrors of being a teenage girl in this one. Spoiler free and succubus filled. The artist on my podcast playlist is Screeching Weasel . Game Over! tee in profile pic by Dethink Tees. https://dethink.bigcartel.com/product/game-over-man-game-over

Movie Synopsis: When a young man becomes the target of a malevolent entity, he must uncover its true intentions before it takes complete control of him. Let's dive into the paranormal realm for a few minutes! I had the honor and pleasure of speaking to one of the most talented women in horror. Kimberly Jindra who portrays the scary coven woman in this movie delivered her part! Without a doubt, she is exceptional and talented. You can also catch her in the movies “Insidious” (2010) , “Devil” (2010), and “Insidious: Chapter 2” (2013).I love the fact that she went into great detail regarding her role and what it was like on set. And, she had a fun time, too! That tells me that she really enjoys her work, and I hope that I get to see her in another horror movie soon.

In So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison, Sloane Parker HATES birthday celebrations, but her husband and best friend Naomi conspire to give Sloane a weekend away at a posh lakeside cottage. The girls' weekend away takes a dark and bloody turn, however, after a wild night out with some mysterious strangers.    Recommended in this episode: Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Canas and A Perilous Undertaking by Deanna Raybourn NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  UP NEXT: “The End of the Voyage” in Your Utopia by Bora Chung Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.   

On this episode, I'm kicking of Women's History Month with a Women in Horror series of films to showcase female directors, final girls and female villains. Starting with the Zoe Kravitz directorial debut, Blink Twice (2024). When a waitress gets invited to a secluded island getaway by the billionaire of her dreams, it seems too good to be true. Even the most gorgeous paradise is filled with snakes, make no mistake about that. Also a heads up, this episode may be triggering as this film has scenes of SA and trauma against women. Spoiler free and suspense filled. The artist on my podcast playlist is James Brown. Game Over! tee in profile pic by Dethink Tees. https://dethink.bigcartel.com/product/game-over-man-game-over

A late episode for Women In Horror mon th (February).Unfortunately I had been ill, planned guests were ill and thing's kept coming up at the last second. The movies in this episode are:The Lesson, Slay, Killer Body Count, My Animal.As a new tradition for March (the podcast anniversary) I would like to do another fundraiser for a charity. Last year was Wellbeing Of Women, this year I would like you to vote on Instagram, FB and Slasher App for which charity this podcast should support this year.The choices of charities are: Magic Menu, Galop, Feeding Britain, Positive Bones. Editor: https://allmylinks.com/zerosignal77AllMyLinks: https://allmylinks.com/slumberpartymonsters

Episode 191: The final week of our Women in Horror Month is upon us, but we are going out with a bang, with the widely popular 2024 film, Coralie Fargeat's The Substance.It's time to pump you up! So join us with special guest Anya of the Horror and More with Anya Gorre Podcast.Hurry back here next week where we will be covering something different, with The Manson Family from 1997.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.

Episode 190: Week three of our 4th annual Women in Horror month we find ourselves in deep waters, the waters of love with Guillermo del Toro's The Shape of Water from 2017. It's Hydra's pick and he's invited Logan back from Ghoulish University to gush about this dark romance.Make sure to check up with us next week for our coverage of the 2024 smash hit The Substance!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.

Linghun by Ai Jiang is set in the mysterious HOME, a suburb of Toronto, where the residents live among the ghosts. Winqi, a high school senior, must navigate her new town, where grief cuts everyone off from the rest of the world.  Recommended in this episode: “The Center for Immortality Research” in Your Utopia by Bora Chung) and Mike Chen's Here and Now and Then NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  UP NEXT: So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison  Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

When Bella Swan moves to the Pacific Northwest she falls in love with Edward Cullen, a mysterious classmate who reveals himself to be a 108 year old vampire. On this week's episode… Join the crew as we discuss why Kristen Stewart smells so good, why Robert Pattinson sparkles like diamonds, and how people just want to bang and live forever in, Twilight (2008).   Show Notes: Housekeeping (5:00) Back of the Box/Recommendations (8:10) Spoiler Warning/Full Review: (14:55) Rotten Tomatoes (65:45) Trivia (73:58) Cooter of the Week (84:15) What We've Been Watching (91:22) Hotline Scream: (101:37)   Connect with us: Support us on Patreon Website Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Shop

Episode 188: This week we kick off our 4th Annual Women in Horror Month with special guest Nichole of the Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast, on to review Ti West's MaXXXine from 2024.Check back with us next week as we cover 2020's The Invisible Man.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-cut-above-horror-review--6354278/support.

Last episode, we read the Gothic horror You'll Like My Mother by Naomi A. Hintze, which was recently re-released with Valancourt Books. In it, a pregnant widow named Francesca is trapped in her mother-in-law's home and must escape. This episode, we are discussing  The 1972 film adaptation of You'll Like My Mother, starring Patty Duke.  Recommended in this episode: Barstow by David Ian McKendry and Rebekah McKendry, Forget This Ever Happened by Cassandra Rose Clarke, and The Mimicking of Known Successes by Malka Older NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  UP NEXT: Linghun by Ai Jiang Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

Author Ivy Tholen joins us to discuss Sasha Rainbow's Grafted, now on Shudder. We keep it spoiler-free and eventually diverge to discuss everything from the current Body Horror explosion to women in Horror!

Grady Hendrix is one of the biggest names in horror fiction today. He's published 11 horror novels and won a Bram Stoker Award for his non-fiction book on the history of horror fiction. In this episode, we revisit a 2021 conversation between Hendrix and former NPR host Audie Cornish about his book Final Girl Support Group with a discussion on society's obsession with violence and its perpetrators, rather than the victims. Then, we hear Hendrix speak with NPR's Ayesha Rascoe about his latest novel, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls, and some of the real life horrors faced by women in history.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Pregnant Francesca finds herself a widow at a young age after her husband is sent to Vietnam. Without support from her family, she embarks on a cross-country journey to her late husband's family home in Ohio. While she's never met her mother-in-law, she hopes that she will be welcomed in. His childhood home, though, is nothing like she was told it was–and her new mother-in-law might be more dangerous than she anticipated.  Recommended in this episode: Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros and The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  UP NEXT: The 1972 film adaptation of You'll Like My Mother, starring Patty Duke  Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble. 

Our first Q&A of 2025. Nico Lurot, host of The Silver Screen Dudes is joined by the director of The Damned, Thordur Palsson to discuss creating a sense of dread and isolation, the difficulties about filming in harsh Icelandic conditions, the role of women in horror movies and his casting process (amongst many other things). Thordur has created a truly unique horror movie and if you believe in supporting independent cinema, this is one that should be seen by all. ►Love movie content? Then subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/@TheSilverScreenDudes?sub_confirmation=1

On this episode of More Deadly, Ariel and Rachel get festive in our review of Carnage for Christmas, directed by Alice Maio Mackay. So, did this fill us with the holiday spirit? Or was it a slaughter? Listen to The More Deadly Podcast Episode 103 to find out! In the extended version of this episode for our Patrons, we break down the year of women in horror and give our Top 10 Women Directed Horror Films of the Year. Support our Patreon to access longer episodes, live shows, and much more! Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to Themoredeadlypodcast@gmail.com, or on our Facebook page! Follow us on Instagram, Blue Sky, and X @zgpodcasts Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get the pod. If you're enjoying the show please consider taking a moment to rate and review our pod. Check out our sweet merch at Teepublic. The More Deadly theme music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus interview from The Folklore Podcast, recorded live at the International Society for Contemporary Legend Research 40th anniversary conference at Sheffield Hallam University, Dr Megan Kenny sits down to chat with Folklore Podcast host Mark Norman and Perry Carpenter from the Digital Folklore Podcast.Megan is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology and Sheffield Hallam and talks about power and psychology in folklore.You can listen to Megan's own podcast Monstrous Flesh, which looks at women in horror, wherever you get podcasts. The website is at https://www.monstrousflesh.co.uk/podcastSupport the work of The Folklore Podcast on Patreon at www.patreon.com/thefolklorepodcast

In Jenny Kiefer's This Wretched Valley, there is a bad place just off a highway in a secluded forest in Kentucky. When a small group made up of geology grad students and rock climbers set up camp there to document a previously unknown rock wall, they find more than they bargained for. The place is old. And it isn't always what it seems.       Recommended in this episode: Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  More info about the Canadian museum exhibit here: https://www.orillia.ca/en/visiting/exhibits.aspx?_mid_=28224 (Opening October 5 until December 20, 2024 - Temporary Exhibit)   UP NEXT: The holiday season is approaching, and we are going to take full advantage. So the podcast will be on hiatus for the remainder of 2024.  We will run a few of our favorite holiday episodes from years past. We will be back in 2025 with a brand new episode.   Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.   

This episode of Another Goddamn Horror Podcast features an engaging chat with writer-director Izzy Lee, whose latest film, House of Ashes, is turning heads on the festival circuit, including a standout screening at the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival. We delve into the film's inspirations, its timely and resonant themes, and the creative process behind bringing it to life. Izzy shares her thoughts on the role of women in film, offering insights into her experiences as an indie filmmaker and how they've shaped her unique storytelling style. We also explore her earlier short films and the challenges and triumphs of crafting bold, unforgettable horror. If you're a fan of indie horror, women-driven narratives, and the festival scene, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Listen now!

Hey Horror Fans!This week on Mostly Horror, we welcome back the incredible CJ Leede, author of Maeve Fly and now American Rapture.In this conversation we dive deep into the timely themes of her latest work—a novel that explores the raw and terrifying consequences of political and social powers and pressures, especially as they impact women.The conversation couldn't have come at a more potent moment, with Donald Trump's recent, stomach-churning victory in the 2024 election casting a shadow over rights and freedoms.We chat with CJ about everything from the dangers of groupthink to the ongoing battle for women's bodily autonomy. Using a global, sex-crazed zombie virus outbreak as a metaphor, American Rapture tackles issues of consent, agency, and the dissection of toxic religious beliefs and systems. CJ's knack for intertwining internal horror with searing social commentary makes her a master of the genre, and we can't wait to dig into this latest work and more of what's to come from her remarkable mind.Its a fun and important conversation you won't want to miss so...Come Hang Out!!!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage on all socialsSean: @hypocrite.ink on IG/TikTok, @hypocriteink on Twitter/XEnjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! For early Access and ad-free episodes, subscribe on Wondery+.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of More Deadly: The Director's Cut, Rachel sits down with Kate Cobb, director and star of Okie. We chat about the pain, pleasure, and danger of nostalgia and how important it is to lift women in horror and filmmaking. Listen to The More Deadly Director's Cut with Kate Cobb to hear our conversation! To support our show, to hear this episode ad-free, and for exclusive bonus content, join our Patreon. Want to be a part of the show? We'd love to hear from you! Send feedback and questions to rachel@zombiegrrlz.com, or on our Facebook page! Subscribe to our podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Music, Stitcher, and Spotify. While you're there, why not leave us a review. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @zgpodcasts Check out our merch at Teepublic The More Deadly Theme Music is “More Deadly” by Elizabeth Kyle & Eric Newell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth Devecchi spent her formative years in Rhode Island, setting out after high school to travel and gather degrees. She writes in a variety of genres and styles, but lately has focused on horror. Her debut horror novel, A Whisper in the Dark, was released by Wicked House Publishing in October, 2024. Other recent releases include: “Oh, Brother,” found in Volume II of Black Spot Books's annual women in horror poetry showcase, Under Her Eye (November 2023); a recipe accompanied by a flash fiction story in Nightmare Fueled Inc's anthology Cooks of Horror (August 2024); and horror poem “In the Belly of the Mills,” which appears in the anthology Monsters in the Mills, launched at NecromoniCon in Providence, RI (August 2024). Upcoming releases include: “A Corporate Family,” a tech-gone-wrong horror short which will appear in Rabid Otter Horror's anthology Error Code this November; short horror story “Open House,” to appear in a Running Wild Press anthology in 2025; and debut thriller/suspense novel, A Twist of the Lens, to be published by Wicked House Publishing in 2025. Elizabeth is a member of the Horror Writer's Association, Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers, Castle Rock Writers, and the Italian American Writers Association. She currently resides in Parker, Colorado with her husband, children, and an ever-changing menagerie of pets and “guest creatures.”  For more info: elizabethdevecchi.com Intro Music by Moby Gratis: https://mobygratis.com/ Outro Music by Dan-o-Songs: https://danosongs.com/ Host Mark Stevens www.writermarkstevens.com

In Episode 183 of Another Goddamn Horror Podcast, we dive deep into the world of independent horror filmmaking with two industry powerhouses, Heather Buckley and Elise Salomon of Black Mansion Films. Known for acclaimed horror films like The Ranger and Sacrifice Game, Heather and Elise bring unique perspectives on what it truly means to be independent in horror today. From the unique challenges of financing and distribution to breaking through the "old boys' club" that still holds sway in Hollywood, they reveal the obstacles women face in this male-dominated industry and the resilience it takes to carve out their own paths. Heather shares her journey from the New York punk scene to becoming an influential horror producer, while Elise opens up about her transformation from a shy kid to a successful producer, author, and writer, with experience working for both indie and major studios. Together, they discuss the ways women in horror are changing the industry, navigating gatekeeping, and building networks to support future female creators in horror. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on the state of horror, the impact of independent voices, and how Black Mansion Films is redefining modern horror for audiences worldwide. Whether you're a fan of indie horror, curious about the film industry, or looking for inspiration, this episode is a must-listen!

Jenny Kiefer is a debut author, avid rock climber, and Kentucky resident. She also owns and manages Butcher Cabin Books, a horror bookstore in Louisville, KY, with her mother. Her background is in copywriting and journalism, and she is the recipient of the Miracle Monocle Editor's Award for Emerging Writers and four Society of Professional Journalism Awards. She was a 2021 Pitch Wars mentee and is a member of the Horror Writers Association.  NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    More info about the Canadian museum exhibit here: https://www.orillia.ca/en/visiting/exhibits.aspx?_mid_=28224 (Opening October 5 until December 20, 2024 - Temporary Exhibit)   UP NEXT: This Wretched Valley  Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.

Rachel and Matilda from the Zombie Grrlz Podcast Network join Caitlin to cover The Substance, a new body horror movie from Coralie Fargeat. We talk about beauty standards, the dual self, self care vs self loathing, patriarchy, and more. It's a dense, stylized, vulnerable movie with lots to talk about. Tangents include: movies and shows that surprised us, health drinks, Terrifier, eating like no one is watching, French extremity horror, Halloween watches, HBO docuseries, and our love for one another.

On this episode of The Hollywood Outsider podcast, it's Halloween, and as we have done in the past for Halloween and Christmas, we like to put out a bit of a compilation of favorite topics or interviews from years past that celebrate these specific holidays. And this one has a very special anniversary episode, actually TWO of them. First up: we return to one of our favorite segments as we decide, once-and-for-all, what the is the BEST! Could it be The Exorcist, or possibly Poltergeist? Could A Nightmare on Elm Street out-slash The Blair Witch Project? Is Paranormal Activity more ghastly (and ghostly) than The Ring? Do exploding stomachs out-scare the horrific haunting that takes place in The Conjuring? Find out the winner with our Scariest Movie Battle Royale! Then, it is time to prep for All Hallows' Eve as we take to our own respective graveyards and dig up obscure Halloween movies. Trick r Treat has taken off in recent years, and there are many little unspoken gems like this one to get us all hyped up for the best movie season of the year for horror fans! Take a listen, and rest assured to walk away with at least a few new Halloween gems to watch this season of the witch. Next, it is the 25th anniversary of The Blair Witch Project this year. If you find a list of the greatest horror films, you'll find this now classic on that list. $250 million made worldwide, popularizing an entire genre and inspiring countless filmmakers across the globe, and even earned a Guinness world record for top budget to box office ratio – Blair Witch has earned the title of classic. And for the film's 25th anniversary, we wanted to sit down and discuss the film and its legacy with one of the filmmakers directly responsible for it, Eduardo Sánchez. Finally, it is the 10th anniversary of our special podcast episode on Women In Horror. Justin Macumber and Aaron Peterson are joined by guests (at the time) Amanda and Eliyanna to discuss how women in films, specifically horror films, have evolved throughout the years. From the early days of the black and white classics, such as Psycho, to the ‘Final Girl' and revenge fantasy films of the 70's, all the way to modern times with Scream, Buffy, and others: The entire history of women in horror films is open for debate. This is a detailed, lively, and entertaining discussion you do NOT want to miss! Discussed on this episode (00:00 – 1:07:59) Scariest Movie Ever (1:08:00 – 1:52:25) Obscure Halloween / Horror Movies (1:52:26 – 2:39:49) Interview with The Blair Witch Project director Eduardo Sánchez (2:39:50 – 4:51:50) Women in Horror Listen to our other podcast, Inspired By A True Story, now available in your favorite podcast feed! Please support The Hollywood Outsider and gain immediate access to bonus content, including Patreon exclusive podcast content like our Bad Movie Night by visiting Patreon.com/ TheHollywoodOutsider Be sure to join our Facebook Group Join us on Discord Follow us on X @BuyPopcorn Subscribe on Apple Subscribe on Spotify Subscribe via RSS

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