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America"s Hometown Horror

America"s Hometown Horror

All things horror from where the Pilgrims didn"t actually land | Member of Inebri-Art Podcast Network & Horror Facts Magazine | Affiliate of Fangoria | GOOD EVENINGBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/america-s-hometown-horror--4187035/support.

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81:51

Spooky World Presents Nightmare New England: 2020 Review

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/09/30

Haunt SZN is underway and the AHH! Crew took a trip up to Litchfield, NH to visit Spooky World!One of the most popular and long standing haunted attractions in the country, "America's Horror Theme Park" has been doing it since the early 90s. Mike, Kat, Andrew & Craig talk about their experience at the event including COVID precautions and reviews of all four haunted attractions (24:30).But first, the gang runs through horror content dropping on Netflix & Hulu in October, the Creepshow animated

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89:32

The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror! A Fantasy Draft

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/09/24

The AHH! Crew is back with week 4 of their countdown to Halloween with another Fantasy Draft...and this time Mike, Kat, Andrew & Craig are scooping up Treehouse of Horror segments (22:38)!Treehouse of Horror episodes of The Simpsons have been running for over 30 years and have led to some truly iconic horror movie parodies. Which segments make the cut? Tune in to find out!But first, Mike & Kat give a quick review of 1BR on Netflix (06:17), then it's time for the news with updates on the Hocus Pocus

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63:57

Creep (2014)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/09/16

The AHH! Crew is back with week 3 of their Halloween Season kickoff to discuss the 2014 cult-classic, Creep (15:23)!The title accurately describes this brief, found-footage horror experience and if you haven't seen it yet, go check it out on Netflix! Andrew, Mike & Kat talk in-depth about this movie and some of their other found-footage favorites.But first, Mike gives a mini-review of Host on Shudder (06:50) and runs through this week's news, including the end of The Walking Dead (08:45), Hubie

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78:57

Hocus Pocus (1993)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/09/10

The AHH! Crew is back for the second episode of their two-month countdown to Halloween with one of the most quintessential Halloween movies, Hocus Pocus (14:42)!This is one of Kat's personal favorite movies, so she leads a discussion on this cult-classic Disney flick that includes everything from the potential casting of Leonardo DiCaprio as Max Dennison to the filming locations in Salem, MA. While it may not be horror, this movie definitely gets you in the mood for Halloween.But first, Mike runs

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93:42

Halloween Season Kickoff: Spooky Questions w/ Kat!

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/09/04

It is officially September and that means it is officially Halloween Season for the AHH! Crew! Tonight marks the first of 8 episodes geared towards all things All Hallows' Eve and to start, Kat is talking some random, spooky topics with Mike, Andrew & Craig.What does Mike want written on his tombstone? What would Andrew's last meal on Death Row be? Has Craig ever had an experience with the paranormal? Why does Kat love dressing up like a clown? All of these hard hitting topics (and more) are

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99:51

The Exorcist (1973) w/ Matt Audette!

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/08/26

What an excellent day for an Exorcism...Or, a podcast on The Exorcist!Mike, Kat & Andrew are joined by a special guest -- Guitar God, Horror Superfan & friend of the show, Matt Audette! Together, they are breaking down what many refer to as the scariest movie ever made (22:19). But first, some more news on some Haunted Attractions in the New England area, including Barrett's Haunted Mansion's Screens and Screams (06:10) and Haunted Overload (12:55).Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers -

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67:59

The Scariest Non-Horror Movies!

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/08/20

The AHH! Crew is back with yet another episode and tonight, they are talking about which non-horror movies scared them the most!As children, there were certain movies you picked out at Blockbuster (or from your home video collection) that contained scenes that may have scarred you for life. These movies, arguably, should have been placed directly in the horror section. Mike, Kat & Andrew are barely over these movies as horror-obsessed adults in their 30s and chances are you aren't either.Speaking of

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76:11

An American Werewolf in London (1981)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/08/12

Head on over to The Slaughtered Lamb with the AHH! Crew to discuss John Landis's 1981 classic, An American Werewolf in London (14:10)!What real life events inspired Landis to make this movie? How well do Rick Baker's groundbreaking special effects hold up today? And how the HELL did they not get the rights to Zevon's "Werewolves of London" for this film? As usual, these hard-hitting questions, among others, are answered.In addition, they cover a bit of good news regarding the Halloween season in

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43:58

The Horror of Comic-Con 2020!

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/07/29

The AHH! Crew takes a break from movies this week to discuss all of the horror news that came out of Comic-Con At Home!Topics include: I'll Be Gone in the Dark (02:20), The Walking Dead Universe (08:52), Truth Seekers (13:10), Lovecraft Country (17:36), Treehouse of Horror XXXI (22:25), Looney Tunes (25:20), Antlers (28:48) & The New Mutants (31:02).Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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17:19

**EMERGENCY MINISODE** #HHN30 Cancelled

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/07/24

Well, 2020 continues to suck the big one, folks.If you follow the haunt industry at all, you are surely familiar with the awesome work that Universal Studios does on their Halloween Horror Nights event. Unfortunately, they announced today that their 30th Anniversary Event in Orlando has been cancelled due to COVID-19. Mike reacts to this shitty news and also talks about what the Halloween Haunt Season in New England may look like this year (if there is one at all). But it's not all bad news as Mike

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63:36

Poltergeist (1982)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/07/22

The AHH! Crew is back and they know what scares you....POLTERGEIST!Yet another classic horror film is discussed in detail this week (22:31). Was the production of this movie cursed? Who actually "directed" this movie, Steven Spielberg or Tobe Hooper? Why the hell did Robbie have that damn clown doll in his bedroom in the first place!? All these questions, and more, are answered. But first, Andrew gives his review of the Child's Play remake (03:13) then Mike & Kat talk about Ready or Not (07:39)

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62:12

The Gang Plays Horror Movie Trivial Pursuit!

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/07/15

The AHH! Crew is back with another episode and it's time to put all of their horror movie knowledge to the test!That's right, folks. Mike purchased a copy of Horror Movie Trivial Pursuit and as it turns out, the questions are a lot harder than bargained for. Nonetheless, beverages are consumed and wisdom is spilled. Who will win? Tune in to find out (18:24).But first, Mike & Kat give a review of Netflix's Unsolved Mysteries reboot (03:03). Also reviewed, new release dates for Halloween Kills &

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54:02

Hannibal (2013-2015)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/07/10

The AHH! Crew is back after a much needed week off to discuss NBC's Hannibal!Unfortunately, this underrated gem of a show was cancelled 5 years ago but is now streaming in its entirety on Netflix. If you haven't seen it yet, or just want to re-watch, now would be the perfect time. Who knows -- maybe Netflix will pick it up for another season!Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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62:43

Jaws (1975)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/06/26

Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water...The AHH! Crew returns to discuss the first summer blockbuster and one of the greatest films ever made, Steven Spielberg's Jaws!What is it about Jaws that makes it such a classic? How did Spielberg overcome a disastrous production in our home state of Massachusetts to create movie magic? WHY IN THE HELL DID UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CLOSE THE JAWS RIDE!? Also covered are the announcement of V/H/S '94, the newly released season 2 of The Twilight Zone

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77:02

Saw (2004)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/06/18

Would you like to play a game?Tonight, the AHH! Crew is down to play and makes their choice to cover a film that launched a thousand other movies, James Wan’s Saw! Despite the many sequels of varying quality, Saw is undoubtedly one of the most influential horror movies of the 2000s and gave birth to the “torture porn” genre of horror. What makes this movie scary? Would Jerry Stiller have made a better Jigsaw? How much blood would YOU spill to stay alive? Also, here are the hilarious “Living with

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57:58

Horror Villains! A Fantasy Draft

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/06/12

For their special 25th episode, the AHH! Crew is joined yet again by their friend Craig to do a good old-fashioned Fantasy Football-Style mock draft...Tonight's topic: Horror Movie Villains!Which monstrous miscreants will be taken by each host? Head on over to their Twitter page (@hometownhorror) to vote on who picked the best team!Music: Dank Halloween by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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72:13

Phantasm (1979)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/06/06

“You play a good game, boy, but the game is finished. Now you die!”In this special Saturday release, the AHH! Crew breaks down the 1979 cult classic, Phantasm! Andrew has been clamoring to talk about this movie for quite a while so Mike and Kat had to eventually give in. What has made this movie have such a following over 40 years later? Does The Tall Man get enough respect amongst classic horror villains? We delve into all things Phantasm (19:06) but first, they cover the latest horror coming to

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63:40

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/05/28

The podcast which you are about to listen to is an attempt by three hosts to discuss a movie which is an account of the tragedy that befell a group of five youths. The events of this podcast led to one of the most bizarre podcasts on one of the most bizarre crimes in the annals of American history, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.This one is an all-time classic, and the AHH! Crew talks all things TCM from the inspiration for the movie and whether or not it is actually a true story to what makes this

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80:29

Sinister (2012)

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/05/21

Tonight the AHH! Crew breaks down Sinister, a truly scary movie that flies under the radar when people think of the best horror movies of the 2010s (28:52).What makes this movie scary? The soundtrack? The disturbingly real snuff films? Bughuul? All of the above. Tune in to find out!Also covered tonight are the artwork of Jordan Monsell (03:11), the cancellation of USA's The Purge TV series (07:12), the recently announced American Horror Story spinoff -- Amercan Horror Stories (21:23) and more news

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110:12

Black Mirror

America"s Hometown Horror ·

2020/05/13

On tonight's episode, the AHH! Crew discusses their favorite episodes of Netflix's Black Mirror (18:48)!Considered to be a modern take on The Twilight Zone by many, Black Mirror is an anthology series that blends the lines between sci-fi, black comedy, drama & horror. What are their favorite and least favorite episodes? Tune in to find out -- spoiler warning.Also covered are some updates on their Myles Standish State Forest episode (04:10), Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (09:35),

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