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The Spooky Scholars Podcast

The best horror analysis podcast for the BIG questions we ask of horror movies and books: The symbolism of slime? A zombie zeitgeist? Your weapon choice to survive a slasher? Anyone can summarize and review a horror movie but there"s SO much more to horror than the list of shrills and kills. Horror is the genre pushing boundaries and taking society to task with monsters and mayhem, slashing and sex/gender play. Horror is EXTRA, and you need a friend (or podcast host) to ask, "WTF did I just watch?"

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00:25:50

Tales from the Script with Alan Katz Pt. 2

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/02/25

In this Part Two of Two with Alan Katz, the writer and co-creator of the iconic Cryptkeeper from "Tales from the Crypt" television series, we’re focusing on a little more of Alan’s experience with the film industry, especially it’s gate-cryptkeeping . Alan tells us why he thinks horror lovers are the "sweetest" and "healthiest" people (aww, thanks!) and we get some REALLY good news about what's coming soon for us 'Crypt-lovers.And if you learn anything horrible

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00:40:09

Tales from the Script with Alan Katz Pt.1

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/02/18

Alan Katz, writer for the TV show, Tales from The Crypt and co-creator of the Cryptkeeper himself joins me for Part One of his horror storytelling journey. We'll get some background on how the Cryptkeeper came to be but also how Alan has found the best way to continue to bring his dark stories to us once again!This is part one of a two-part series.*There are no spoilers in this episode!!

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00:22:54

Romantic Remakes and ‘Killer’ Sex

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/02/11

It's Val-o-ween and we're looking at one of the most sex-filled horror subgenres -the slasher - and, specifically,the remake.Remakes often get a bad rap, but we'll look at a study that helps us navigate how remakes force us to wear our "hearts on our sleeves" and teach us to see these reimaginings of our favourites as less about corporate greed and more of a love letter to the original.Sex, love letters, and corporate greed? Sounds like a perfect Valentine's Day episode to

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00:22:02

Cold Blooded Comedy: Canadian Vampires

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2025/02/04

Back for more Canadian horror? I knew you would be. This time we're looking at how Canadians (sometimes) use their famous wit in horror movies - though it's not often. But when we do, we like it.. vampy. For some reason, Canadians have looked to the sub-sub....SUB-genre of 'the vampire comedy' as the bridge to the gap between our intellectual horror and our silly side. *This episode may contain spoilers for: Jesus Christ Vampire Hunter (2001) Suck 2009 Rufus 2012 Humanist Vampire Seeking

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00:22:21

Monster Musicals: The Horrors of Being a Rock God

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/01/28

As far as horror goes, "musical" may not be on the top of your mind as a favourite sub genre. But horror and the mainstream (Read Joker: Folie à Deux) are still making modern musicals, so what gives? Musicals, let's face it, are cheesy - though we do love the camp & queerness. But, mix that with horror and you have the recipe for how horror is, yet again, a vehicle for the full spectrum of emotions like cringe or awkwardness. And in the case of rock horror musicals, it's also a great metaphor

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00:26:50

Losing Lynch: Let's Make Art Weird Again

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/01/21

The death of David Lynch this past week has left a gaping hole in the art community.In this episode we explore how Lynch's legacy will be to us weirdo-indie-artists who are holding down the fort in these trying times when self-expression is supressed, cleaned up by CGI/AI and our rebellion isn't as noticeable and fashionable as it once was. *This episode may contain spoilers for: Eraserhead (1977) Blue Velvet (1986)

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00:26:06

Canadian Horror: Hands Off, America!

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2025/01/14

With the unique spirit that runs through Canadian horror film and literature, we have no interest in giving that up to become the 51st of the U.S!In this episode we'll look at and celebrate what makes Canadian horror movies unique in their own right and why our art and our identity needs to stay right where it is. *This episode may contain spoilers for The Mask (1961) Black Christmas (1974)

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00:09:14

Christmas & the Kids of Horror with Hailey Schmidt of...

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/12/24

A Christmas Eve bonus gift from me and Susan AND the star of Mr. Sandman (2024), Hailey Schmidt.It’s a friendly tip-of-the-hat episode to the kids in horror who bring us some of the best chills. PLUS! It looks like Hailey is growing up to be one of us… a horror fan for the new generation! This quick horror fix should give you a break from the X-mas insanity and then we’ll see you for full episodes in the new year. *This episode may contain spoilers for Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice (2024).

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00:16:29

Happy Horrordays: It's a Wrap!

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/12/17

We’re wrapping up 2024 with a look back at some of Season 3's best moments, top episodes and a behind-the-scenes blooper reel. Susan is in for one last 'seasonal' review and we’re both sharing our hopeful horror thoughts before this year is DEAD… *this episode may contain spoilers for: The Insects’ Christmas

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00:16:52

Happy Horrordays with Cursed Carols

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/12/10

You're probably already absolutely sick to DEATH of hearing Christmas music everywhere you go. But did you know that some of those jingly tunes actually have morbid origins?In this episode, learn about the deadly backstories of your (un)favourite Christmas songs AND top it off with a poem that kills you if you read it out loud! *There are no spoilers in this episode (unless you count ruining your favourite childhood songs about Christmas... then yes, those will be spoiled for sure).

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00:37:55

Happy Horrordays from Mr. Sandman with Matt Schmidt

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/12/03

We're talking horror with Filmmaker Matt Schmidt of Acres films about his new project, Mr.Sandman (now on Prime).Matt has some incredible insights on horror that actually answered some of my longtime questions like: Why do we love horror in short form? Why do we love 70s horror so damn much? And how might Hollywood have to start paying attention to good filmmaking and filmmakers if they want to actually make good movies that people will pay to see?! If you're hoping good things for horror

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00:22:41

Consent in the Convent: Horror for the Modern Woman's...

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/11/12

Immaculate and The First Omen have similar settings (convents) and though the goal of the antagonists is quite opposing, we can’t deny that both films are on the cutting edge of culture, commenting on the religious patriarchy controlling women’s bodies.Leave it to horror to always comment on culture and provide us with the perfect films to nourish our souls when we need it the most. This episode may contain spoilers for -Immaculate 2024 -The First Omen 2024 -Repulsion 1965

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00:18:59

Genre Probe: Is Horror Weird?

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/11/05

Horror is definitely for weirdos, but is it really Weird (with a capital 'W')? In this episode we look at the simultaneous resurgence of the Weird genre and how this has influenced and flavoured New Horror. Plus, we'll look at how this perfect pairing has brought new themes and a new depth to horror that's fit for our times. *there are no spoilers in this episode

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00:52:40

Trick or Treat: It's a Witch Hunt with Alice...

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/10/29

The 1692 Salem Witch Trials may seem like ancient history but Alice Markham-Cantor, a researcher, author and descendant of an accused witch, is here to set us straight on the recipe (or perfect storm) for a modern-day witch hunt.This is a very special close-to-Halloween episode where we learn about and celebrate one of the most iconic spooky archetypes: The Witch. Alice’s book is The Once and Future Witch Hunt: A Descendant’s Reckoning from Salem to the Present

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00:19:16

Trick or Treat: It's Candy Corn (2019)!

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/10/22

Candy Corn isn't everyone's favourite Halloween candy and not everyone likes 4-hour long documentaries about the making of Rob Zombie films... BUT in this episode we'll address both problems all while discovering a perfect Halloween slasher that you shouldn't overlook and a director bringing the feels to the horror creator community. *This episode may contain spoilers for 31 (2019) Candy Corn (2019)

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00:42:34

Trick or Treat: It's '90s Nostalgia!

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/10/15

Why do '90s horror movies get such a bad rap? In this listicle episode, I'm joined by Tim and Patrick Callaghan of The Film Bros Championship Podcast who help me break this question wiiiide open! We each share our faves and our takes on how the decade fairs overall as a unique era for horror comedy and setting up for the new millenium! *Spoilers abound in this episode and include (but are not limited to): Misery (1990) The People Under the Stairs (1991) Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) Sleepwalkers

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00:21:00

Trick or Treat: It's Bubblegum Dystopia!

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/10/08

Are we living in a Bubblegum Dystopia? Learn more about this term and common subgenre that is more common than you think. Stephen Notham gives us a deeper look into just exactly what fears and new nightmares this type of dystopia unlocks. *This episode contains spoilers for Fahrenheit 451 (novel 1953 & film 2018) Zero Theorum (2013) They Live (1988)

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00:27:47

Horrors of Hollywood with Actor David Hern

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/10/01

I'm with actor David Hern who was involved in the spinoff series,Freddy’s Nightmares, among other horror finds like Summercamp Nightmare and Zombie Voodoo Scream Party.In our conversation, David gives his insight on being a working actor and some healthy, practical advice for anyone looking to get into the business. You can find out more about David and his take on being an actor in his book, How Not to Make it in Hollywood

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00:25:50

Hypnosis Horror: A Hypnotist Weighs In

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/09/24

Hypnosis and the 'evil psychiatrist' is a horror movie trope of a storyline that goes ALL the way back to the very first horror film. So is this one of our deepest rooted fears? In this episode a real life hypnotist gives her take on several hypnosis horror movies that really gave real hypnotherapists a hard time in the middle of last century. We'll also look at how hypnosis is portrayed in modern horror and whether it's accurate or just a fun and powerful device to add to the idea of mind control

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00:46:24

Vatican Veto with Matt Rogerson

The Spooky Scholars Podcast ·

2024/09/16

Has the Pope seen The Exorcist? Is the Vatican watching horror movies? Well, my guest, Matt Rogerson, has all the answers in the episode and more in his upcoming book, The Vatican Versus Horror Movies. While it may not be by the Pope, there are definitely horror movies being watched by a council of 'important' Vatican leaders all (allegedly) in the name of the safety of the community. You HAVE to hear this! AND! Spooky Susan joins this episode for a special review of The Wasp Woman (1959)

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