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Scary Spirits Podcast

Gregory Wallace and Karen Hudson

Welcome to the Scary Spirits Podcast, where we explore the spine-tingling world of horror movies and pair them with delicious, themed cocktails! Each episode, our hosts will delve into a classic horror film, breaking down its scares and thrills, and analyzing its impact on the genre. But that’s not all – we’ll also be crafting a delicious cocktail inspired by the movie’s themes and characters. Whether you’re a horror movie buff or a cocktail connoisseur, the “Scary Spirits Podcast” has something

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1:14:39

Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde (1971) – SSP260

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2026/04/22

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we draw back the velvet curtain to commemorate the U.S. release anniversary of Hammer Horror’s 1971 classic, Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde, released on April 15th. With scholarly precision and a suitably macabre twinkle, hosts Karen and Greg examine the film’s daring reimagining of Robert Louis Stevenson’s tale—where science, repression, and identity intertwine in true Hammer fashion. Expect thoughtful discussion of the film’s performances, atmosphere,

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1:09:32

Anaconda (1997) – SSP259

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2026/04/15

Wow… this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we’re sliding back into the jungle for a seriously wild celebration of the 1997 cult creature feature Anaconda—yeah, that Anaconda—which slithered into theaters on April 11, 1997, starring Jennifer Lopez and a whole lot of oversized snake energy. It’s one of those late‑’90s horror-adventure movies that just makes you lean back and go, “Wow… they really don’t make ’em like this anymore.”Join Karen and Greg as they kick back, talk man‑eating serpents,

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1:09:07

Wake Wood (2009) – SSP258

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2026/04/08

This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we beckon you into the shadowed heart of modern Hammer Horror as we commemorate the recent U.S. release anniversary of the 2009 folk‑horror gem Wake Wood, unveiled stateside on March 25, 2011. A film steeped in ancient ritual, creeping dread, and the terrible cost of defying death, Wake Wood stands as a chilling reminder that some doors, once opened, can never be closed.Join your devoted hosts, Karen and Greg, as they dissect this unsettling tale of grief

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1:10:11

The Birthday (2004) – SSP257

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2026/03/25

What’s scarier than getting older? Realizing the party was never meant for you.This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we celebrate Karen’s birthday the only way that feels right—by diving headfirst into the bizarre, chaotic, and wildly unpredictable 2004 cult horror film The Birthday, starring Corey Feldman. What begins as a simple birthday party spirals into something far stranger, funnier, and more uncomfortable than expected… and that’s exactly how we like it. Join hosts Karen and Greg as they

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1:05:35

The Mummy’s Shroud (1967) – SSP256

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2026/03/18

Good evening, dear listener… and welcome to a most atmospheric installment of Scary Spirits, where reverence for classic horror and scholarly delight walk hand in hand through the shadows.In this week’s episode, we commemorate the March 15th anniversary of Hammer Films’ 1967 gothic horror classic, The Mummy’s Shroud—a chilling relic of Britain’s golden age of terror. Join your hosts, Karen and Greg, as they thoughtfully unwrap the film’s sinister wrappings, examining its brooding atmosphere,

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1:14:51

Friday the 13th (2009) – SSP255

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2026/03/11

Hush now… and listen closely.This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, I invite you back to Camp Crystal Lake as we honor the cursed calendar day that started it all—Friday the 13th. Join your doomed counselors, Karen and Greg, as they bravely revisit the 2009 Friday the 13th film, dissecting every kill, callback, and chilling moment that dares disturb Jason’s legacy. As the blood runs cold, they sip on a wickedly themed cocktail—the “Jason Voorhees Crystal Lake Chiller”—a drink as deceptive and

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1:14:49

The Witches (1966) – SSP254

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2026/03/04

Come closer… the shadows grow restless. This week on the Scary Spirits podcast, Greg presses onward in his relentless crusade to review every Hammer Horror film, dragging the 1966 cult nightmare The Witches, starring the chillingly composed Joan Fontaine, out from beneath layers of dust and dread. Your hosts Karen and Greg peer deep into this unsettling piece of classic British horror, unraveling its curses, quiet menace, and creeping atmosphere—where evil whispers instead of screams. As the

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1:08:58

Gothic (1986) – SSP253

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2026/02/25

This week, dear listeners, Scary Spirits Podcast lifts its candle to the storm‑lit heavens to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Ken Russell’s 1986 cult horror film Gothic—a delirious vision born of madness, poetry, and moon‑drenched terror.Join your devoted hosts, Karen and Greg, as they descend into the fevered dreams of the film, where Lord Byron himself looms large, temptation whispers, and nightmares take elegant form. Between spectral analysis and wicked insight, they sip a specially

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1:07:28

Captain Clegg (aka Night Creatures 1962) – SSP252

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2026/02/18

Step softly into the fog‑shrouded marshes of classic Hammer Horror as Scary Spirits raises a ghostly toast to two unforgettable icons. In this chilling new episode, we commemorate the birthdays of Oliver Reed and Yvonne Romain with a reverent yet spirited review of the 1962 Hammer masterpiece Captain Clegg, also known in the United States as Night Creatures.With measured wit and scholarly delight, hosts Karen and Greg explore the film’s brooding atmosphere, secret identities, and macabre

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1:14:58

Cupid (2020) – SSP251

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2026/02/11

This week, step into the smooth and shadowy groove of the Scary Spirits Podcast as we serenade the season of love—with a twist. Karen and Greg pour their hearts (and a little something stronger) into a spirited review of the 2020 horror film “Cupid.”Like a love song gone wrong, this episode blends romance and chills as our hosts unpack the film’s dark take on affection, revenge, and supernatural mischief. And to keep the mood just right, they’re sipping on a Valentine’s‑themed “Broken Heart

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1:11:04

The Crazies (1973) – SSP250

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2026/02/04

Step quietly into the quarantine zone this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast as we honor the birthday of legendary filmmaker George A. Romero—the architect of modern horror. To mark the occasion, hosts Karen and Greg descend into the chaotic, fever‑stricken world of Romero’s 1973 cult classic, The Crazies.In this episode, they dissect the film’s unsettling blend of government paranoia, small‑town collapse, and the thin line between sanity and madness—all while sipping a dangerously delicious,

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1:17:19

Eye of the Devil (1966) – SSP249

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2026/01/28

Step into an atmosphere of elegance, intrigue, and just a hint of the macabre.This week on The Scary Spirits Podcast, we honor what would have been Sharon Tate’s 83rd birthday on January 24th with a spellbinding look at the 1966 supernatural thriller Eye of the Devil (also known as 13).In true celebratory fashion, your ever‑spirited hosts Karen and Greg guide you through the film’s shadowy corridors—complete with aristocratic secrets, eerie rituals, and Tate’s mesmerizing performance—while sipping

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1:16:05

The Blood on Satan’s Claw (1971) – SSP248

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2026/01/21

This week, dear listeners, we summon you into the shadowed realm of British folk horror. In honor of Hammer Glamour icon Linda Hayden’s birthday on January 19th, the Scary Spirits Podcast dares to revisit the chilling masterpiece of 1971—The Blood on Satan’s Claw. Prepare yourselves as hosts Karen and Greg dissect this sinister tale of pagan terror, possession, and the creeping corruption of innocence. But what is terror without a touch of indulgence? As they dissect this masterpiece, our hosts

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1:02:59

Lake Placid (1999) – SSP247

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2026/01/14

A Betty White–Worthy Celebration on Scary Spirits Podcast! Well, hello there, dear! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we’re throwing a birthday bash fit for a legend! That’s right, in honor of Betty White’s birthday on January 17, the gang is diving teeth‑first into the delightfully campy 1999 creature feature, Lake Placid. Join your hosts Karen and Greg as they revisit this cult‑classic horror‑comedy, chatting about giant crocodiles, small‑town chaos, and the joy of a well‑timed

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The Plague of the Zombies (1966) – SSP246

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2026/01/07

Unearthing the Undead: Celebrating Hammer Horror’s “The Plague of the Zombies”!This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we dig up something sinister from the grave—Hammer Horror’s chilling classic, The Plague of the Zombies (1966). As the film’s 60th anniversary approaches on January 14th, join hosts Karen and Greg as they peel back the rotting layers of this undead masterpiece. Expect eerie insights, spine-tingling trivia, and a cocktail that’s as dark and twisted as the Cornish moors

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1:15:42

End of Days (1999) – SSP245

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2025/12/31

Listen to me now and believe me later! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we’re not just celebrating New Year’s Eve—we’re taking you straight to the end of the world! That’s right, we’re reviewing the explosive 1999 apocalyptic horror-action film “End of Days“, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. It’s the ultimate showdown between good and evil, and trust me, this episode will pump you up!Join your hosts, Karen and Greg, as they dive deep into the chaos, the demons, and the nonstop

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It’s a Wonderful Knife (2023) – SSP244

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2025/12/24

Well, hello there, friends! This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, Greg’s feeling mighty festive and has picked a real holiday treat for us to unwrap: the 2023 holiday horror-comedy “It’s a Wonderful Knife.” Yep, you heard that right—a slasher with a Christmas twist!Join Karen and Greg as they cozy up with a Frozen Hot Chocolate Martini (sounds like heaven, doesn’t it?) and dive into this frightfully fun film. We’ll laugh, we’ll shiver, and maybe even learn what happens when small-town cheer

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1:05:39

Red Snow (2021) – SSP243

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2025/12/17

“Scary Spirits Podcast” Presents: A Blood-Chilling Christmas Treat!Greetings, creatures of the night! This week, your fearless hosts Karen and Greg sink their fangs into the 2021 holiday horror gem “Red Snow.” Yes, my dear fiends, Christmas has never been so… crimson. Join us as we unravel the sinister secrets lurking beneath the snowdrifts, dissecting every chilling twist and vampiric turn of this festive fright-fest. And what’s a macabre movie review without a devilishly delicious drink? Sip

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1:20:11

The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb (1964) – SSP242

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2025/12/10

Unearthing Cinematic Secrets: The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb (1964).Step into the sands of time with this week’s Scary Spirits Podcast, where Greg has once again chosen a Hammer classic for our archaeological review. This time, we delve into the 1964 film “The Curse of the Mummy’s Tomb”—a film that dares to awaken ancient mysteries and forbidden tombs. Join Karen and Greg as they excavate the film’s chilling narrative, uncover its historical inspirations, and sip on a specially crafted “Mummy’s

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Secret Santa (aka Christmassacre 2015) – SSP241

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2025/12/03

Holiday Horrorshow: It’s a #Christmassacre!Folks, I don’t know who this “Karen” is, but she ain’t sending no fruitcake this year. She’s got the goods, the bad goods, the kind of holiday cheer that ends with an axe handle to the skull! This week, your “Scary Spirits” crew—that’s Karen and some guy named Greg—are strapping in for a festive slice of cinematic sleaze that knows how to put the massacre back in Christmas. We’re talking about

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