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Ghouls Next Door

Award-winning media literacy podcast from a horror lens. Gabe & Kat discuss real-life influences on our cinematic fears every Wednesday.

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01:07:27

Infinity Pool (2023): An Unhealthy Obsession with the...

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2024/02/28

Brandon Cronenberg's Infinity Pool is a compelling science fiction film that scrutinizes the opulent lifestyle of the 1%, delving into their sinister nature of overindulgence. Gabe discusses the lifestyles of the rich and the famous and more importantly, why this film leaves much to be desired. Kat shares tools so you can be a better human than James, the main character was.Sources in this Episode: James At The End Of Infinity Pool Wasn't The Real James | Screenrant Morality and Personal

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01:15:33

Possessor (2020): Labor Alienation & Data Mining Horrors

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2024/02/22

Possessor is a gripping sci-fi horror movie that intertwines an existential identity crisis with a chilling undertone of commentary on the issues of data mining, surveillance and labor alienation. gabe unpacks the film's themes by dabbling into a little Marxism and also highlights a very real issue within the first scene of the film. Kat explains data mining and other technological advances that raise alarms when it comes to ethical concerns. Sources in this Episode: Psychological Infections:

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01:28:30

They Cloned Tyrone (2023): Subverting Stereotypes &...

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2024/02/14

They Cloned Tyrone is a loud, absurd, and charming sci-fi film that's equal parts blaxploitation, social commentary, and confirmed conspiracy theories. Following three unlikely heroes as they uncover a government conspiracy that weaponizes cultural staples and stereotypes against them. Gabe unpacks the harmful stereotypes and the power of Blaxploitation films. Kat gives an in-depth history lesson about the government and CIA's role in the role of drug trafficking around the world and how

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01:21:24

Get Out (2017): Black Horror and White Liberal Villains

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2024/01/31

Get Out is a film that effectively blends horror, comedy, and social commentary into a genuinely brilliant horror film. Gabe discusses the way Peele showcases Black history and trauma without being traumatic. Kat unpacks the harm of white liberals and performative activism. Sources in this Episode: Get Out Explained: Symbols, Satire & Social Horror | The Take Get Out – MEDIA Get Out Fact Sheet Black Trauma vs. Black Horror Jordan Peele’s Get Out Political Horror By Dawn Keetley 6 Ways I Have

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01:15:41

Us (2019): America's Selective Memory

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2024/01/24

Jordan Peele's Us is a film intentionally titled, because it is a critique of us. It is gluttonous with its imagery and commentary, overflowing with context, history, and scoldings. The Ghouls do their best to unpack the many themes addressed in this fun horror film from classism, identity, Hands Across America, dance, and access to care. Sources in this Episode: Jordan Peele’s Us: the big plot twist, explained Why Hands Across America Is So Vital to Jordan Peele's Us ‘Us’ Movie Explained:

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01:15:05

Culture Shock (2019): Horrors of Immigration & the...

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2024/01/17

Stepford Wives, Matrix, Pleasantville, and Don’t Worry Darling (before it even existed), wrapped up in an impactful and dark bow. Culture Shock is a science fiction horror film that leans a bit more into non-fiction, addressing the many layers of horror surrounding Immigration. Ghouls unpack the horrors of immigration, ICE in America, and America's history of destabilizing countries. Sources in this Episode: 'Into The Dark: Culture Shock' Director on 'Timeless' Qualities of

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01:14:23

Don't Worry Darling (2022): Confused Feminism

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2024/01/12

Don't Worry Darling is a beautifully shot film with an ending that solidifies it as the Stepford Wives' negligible step child. Ghouls share what happens in the film, the big twist, and why we're left wanting more or even something else altogether. Can love and the Patriarchy coexist? Sources in this Episode: ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Review: A Drama That’s Accidentally a Comedy | Arts | The Harvard Crimson Harry Styles and Florence Pugh’s Sex Scenes in ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ Make No

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01:01:18

Anaconda (1997): There's Snakes this Big?!

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2023/12/27

Anaconda (1997) is a fun creature feature with an interesting cast. A team of National Geographic documentarians find themselves in the clutches of an evil poacher, oh and also there are snakes here. Gabe gives us a glimpse into the making of these gigantic foes and other fun film things. Kat tells us how to survive a snake attack and shares some super fun facts about the big snakes too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:06:21

The Grey (2011): Fight to Live Another Day

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2023/12/20

The Grey is an emotional film that has men facing their mortality. Fighting against the elements and a natural enemy, these men stranded in the Alaskan wilderness learn what's important to them. How can you survive a wolf attack? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:02:24

Crawl (2019): Gators & Florida Man

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2023/12/13

Crawl is a home invasion film with a twist, the intruders are gators and your house is being flooded by a Category 5 hurricane! Gabe is shares the true Floridian things about this film (as a Floridian themselves). Kat tells us the difference between gators and crocs; and what to do to survive an attack. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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00:59:46

Meg 2: Prehistoric Beasts & Real Shark Dangers

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2023/12/06

Meg 2 is a wild ride where prehistoric aquatic beasts make people their tasty lunch. Ghouls discuss this fun film and what the real Megaladons were like. Kat gives us a rundown of the world's deadliest sharks and what to do if you're attacked by one. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:24:37

The Birds (1963): Horrors Behind the Scenes and in...

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2023/11/29

The Birds (1963) is a classic creature feature with an even more terrifying backstory and making-of. Ghouls discuss this sleepy film, the potential themes, and the interesting approach to storytelling. Gabe also explores the real horror of the film: Hitchcock's unhealthy obsession and torture of Tippi Hedren. Kat shares facts about the most dangerous birds and if we should be afraid of birds. Gabe even gives us a taste of a fun true-crime theory involving birds! --- Support this podcast:

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00:59:30

Beast (2022): Battle of the Dads

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2023/11/22

Beast starring Idris Elba is a suspenseful, family-driven story where one father fights to protect his family while another (furry and vicious) father fights to avenge the loss of his own. An expected film with heartfelt moments, Ghouls unpack this sleeper film. Kat shares what to do when you encounter a lion and also, maybe some things you shouldn't do. (Thanks WikiHow!) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:01:09

Slotherhouse: the Slowest Slasher

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2023/11/15

Slotherhouse is an absurd new horror film that follows a killer sloth in a sorority. It is exactly as you imagine it is. Ghouls talk about where it hits and misses. Kat shares fun, unexpected facts about sloths. Do they have the capacity to kill? The answer might surprise you! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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00:53:08

Cocaine Bear: Rules to Survive a Bear Encounter

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2023/11/08

Cocaine Bear is a quirky, dark comedy that charmed the Ghouls. Full of memorable characters, a villain you root for, and some helpful tips to survive a bear attack. Ghouls talk about the film and Kat shares some instructions on how to know when a bear means business and what to do in the event they do. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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00:48:29

Malignant: Family Trauma & Flawed Memory

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2023/11/01

James Wan's Malignant is a truly unique film with creative imagery, a troublesome plot, and unforgettable stunts. This episode is ripe with spoilers because it's quite difficult to understand the story without knowing the truth. Ghouls discuss the "twist" ending, the hilarious stunts, and what they think would've made it even better. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:25:53

Insidious Franchise: Astral Projections & Family Secrets

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2023/10/25

Insidious is a fun franchise of dreamwalkers, demons, and hereditary trauma. The Ghouls discuss all 5 films, the good, the bad, and the hideous (looking at you Insidious 3). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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01:07:11

Conjuring Franchise: the Romanticization of the Warrens

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2023/10/18

Though the Ghouls have strong, negative feelings about the Warrens, the films have been a fun watch for them as horror lovers. Ghouls discuss the three Conjuring films, the real cases of the Warrens (both covered and not covered in the films), and why giving the Warrens a film make-over is a bad look. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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00:59:59

Saw Franchise Pt. 2: Traumatizing Traps & Troubling...

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2023/10/11

The Ghouls walk you through the first 9 Saw movies, the traps that haunt their nightmares, and who their least favorite proteges are. We sorted, or attempted to, the storyline of the franchise. Some of Jigsaw's victims make sense while others feel like a low blow. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-ghouls-next-door/support

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00:56:31

Saw Franchise Pt. 1: The Will to Live

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2023/10/04

The Saw Franchise is an important thread in the fabric of horror history. Known for the elaborate, gory, and challenging traps, Saw will leave an ache in your bones. The Ghouls have never been so aware of their individual body parts before. In this first part of our Saw coverage, the Ghouls start to question the motives and the holier-than-thou message John Kramer has for his victims. And they begin to unpack the many layers of the dense story of the franchise, the numerous proteges and more. ---

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