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The Scariest Things Podcast Episode 169: Kung-Fu Horror!

Break out the nunchucks and bo staves, it's time to talk horror with Eastern roots. The kung-fu / martial arts sub-genre of the action-horror theme is populated with some of the wildest, most convoluted, and most colorful movies imaginable. And some of these films push past the imagination level. So let's get weird and wacky, and bring on the chop socky! Haaaaiiiiiaaaahhh!
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Spooky Time Episode 19

While Mike risked life and limb in the jungles of Costa Rica, Robert, Liz, and Eric gathered to discuss films at Fantasia Fest, BiFAN 2023, and a couple of excellent Stephen King Documentaries. Listen in to a recommendation filled episode, Spooky Time 19!
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The Scariest Things Podcast Episode 168: The 2023 Thingy Awards

I hear a limousine pulling up! That could only mean one thing. It's time to announce the winners of the 2023 Thingy Awards! Horror's new Golden Age continues its wonderful run, as the big budget studios have arrived with new original ideas in tow, and there are a number of break-out stars emerging from the genre. Read, or listen in to our podcast for Episode 168: The 2023 Thingy Awards Show!
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Spooky Time Episode 17

Time to read some books, watch some films and play some games with The Scariest Things in Spooky Time Episode 17!
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Spooky Time Episode 16: The Portland Horror Film Festival 2023

The 8th Annual Portland Horror Film Festival is back in action, live at the Hollywood Theater in Portland Oregon OR... streaming live at your home! This years offerings conjure up one word: GONZO. Come see Barabara Crampton and Jeffrey Combs reuinite for the wild Onyx The Fortuitous and the Talisman of Souls. The much praised Black Mold will be the Opening Night feature, and there will be a total of 9 features and 60 Horror Shorts... at a festival noted for giving you the best horror shorts on the festival circuit. See you there!
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Podcast Extra: The Cabin in the Woods Film Festival Interview

A Film Festival meets Slumber Party meets Glamping. That's the Cabin in the Woods Film Festival, a brand new experience being brought to you from horror Author Crystal Connor. Join the Scariest Things, and all of Crystal's special guests for a one-of-a-kind experience, made special for horror fans. Come join us!
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Spooky Time Episode 15

It's Spooky Time 15! Time for a mayoral election for Tropetown, where all your scary movie themes get discussed. Also: - Liz goes scratch off ticket crazy for Glenn Danzig's new film. - Mike does a mid-year report on his looking foward-to movies (it's not pretty) - Eric talks about his experiences at Crypticon in Seattle.
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Spooky Time Episode 14

Summer is nearly here, and it is now time to reflect back at how the horror genre has done so far, and look forward to some wonderfully stoopid action like the Meg2! Plus Liz is on the Fantasia Press Pool and Robert found some Lovecraft short stories for those of you literate enough to digest the prose.
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Spooky Time Episode 13

It's the Original Crew of Mike and Eric for Episode 13! We gave Robert and Liz the day off... In this Episode, Mike announces a new Faces of Death movie (Really!) and the release of Count Crowley: Amateur Midnight Monster Hunter. Eric talks about his new Horror Movie production fantasy draft experience: The Horror Movie Greenlight Pitch that will be coming out at Crypticon later this month.
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The Scariest Things Podcast: Spooky Time Episode 12

We have a full house of Scariest Things for Spooky Time 12! We shill for some of our favorite scary shops. We review a BLOODY action film that is getting lots of attention, and Mike continues his pursuit of Texas Chainsaw completion. Good Luck, Mike.
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Spooky Time Episode 11

In This Episode of Spooky Time 11: - Mike breaks down the various versions of the Boston Strangler. - Liz gets you ready for Panic Fest, and shows of the latest novel from S.A. Cosby. - Eric points you to two big new horror trailers, and shows off an essential horror movie reference book!
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Spooky Time #10: The Overlook Recap

The Overlook Film Festival just concluded its 2023 event, and it really flexed its influence this year. By my count there were two ★★★★★ movies and at least five ★★★★ movies, meaning that we will see several of them back at the best of awards this year. There are several films here that will be influential for years to come, I am certain. Overlook has once again treated us to some of the best curated films in the genre, and from this festival I can assure our fans that there is much to look forward to coming soon to a theater near you. Listen to Eric and Liz discuss the best (and worst) of the event.
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Spooky Time Episode 8

In Episode 8 of Spooky Time: - Mike and Liz Report back from their experiences at SXSW - Mike, got a chance to do some Texas Chainsaw Massacre touring . - Eric comes to the table with his review of the Variety Top 100. - Liz finds another favorite book of hers that is being given the chance at a premium TV series. - Eric reports on Guillermo Del Toro's next Horror Movie. (It's familiar)
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Spooky Time Episode 7

The Scariest Things is heading down to Austin for SXSW and The Overlook Film Festival, two of the most influential festivals in America and we are previewing them for you in Episode 7 of Spooky Time!
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The Scariest Things Podcast Episode 163: Hotel-Motel-BnB Horror

Hello? I'd like a room for the night. Famous. Last. Words. If you are tired and driving down a remote desert highway, and are feeling a bit tired, you will know that the last thing you should do is check into a skeevy Motel at the side of the road. The Scariest Things pulls off on the side of the road to scout the dodgy lodging in advance for you in Episode 163: Hotel-Motel-BnB Horror.
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March Madness Zombie Bracket with The Jersey Ghouls!

It's time for a zombie March Madness bracket fight! The scary ladies of The Jersey Ghouls, Marissa and Jacki, abducted Eric and Liz and forced us to participate in this fiendish experiment. And we had a BLAST! Check out the Jersey Ghouls Podcast, or click on the streaming feed on this post!
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Spooky Time Episode 6

It's the age old debate: Book vs. Movie. Which did it better? In the spotlight in Episode 6 of Spooky Time: Paul Tremblay's novel: The Cabin at the End of the World vs. M. Night Shyamalan's Knock at the Cabin.
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Spooky Time Episode 5

It's SPOOKY TIME! In this week's episode: Liz returns from Rome, with a report on the Profondo Rosso Store. Robert found a highly curated horror book subscription service. Eric announced a team up with the Jersey Ghouls for a Zombie March Madness Bracket Dance. And... Mike was on a train to the great white oblivion.
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Spooky Time Episode 4

Liz flees to Rome to escape the oncoming hordes of Mardi Gras invaders (and to go on a Dario Argento Pilgrimage), leaving Robert, Eric, and a freshly shaven Mike Campbell sans beard to carry on with Spooky Time. Topics Include: Deadstream, The Last of Us, Children of the Corn, and a Cronenberg TV Conversion.
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The Scariest Things Podcast Episode 162: Slow-Burn Horror!

Behold, the Horror Movie Mullet: Slow-Burn Horror! It's business (plot building) in the front, and a party (big third-act finish). You can thank Liz Williams for that analogy! The concept of the slow-burn horror movie is not new, but it is a prominent description for many contemporary horror movies. Break out the coffee, and try not to spill it in the shocking third act of Episode 162: Slow-Burn Horror!
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Spooky Time Episode 3

In Spooky Time, our weekly roundup of horror musings from the world of film, TV, Books and games, this weeks topics are: Eric talks about a really scary PC Video Game. Robert found a collection of overseas Lovecraft graphic novels. Mike recommends two movies with the word "DEATH" in the title. Liz reviews Brett Easton Ellis's (American Psycho) new book The Shards. And as a bonus talks about a movie she had to bail on.
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The Scariest Things Podcast Episode 161: The Worst Horror Movies of 2022

THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: A bit of clear eyed truth here. Within our beloved horror genre, we will get subjected to some pretty lousy films. Though we believe in 2022 there were more good movies than bad, some of the bad movies really disappointed, and some had a stink that will be hard to be rid of. What movies you ask? Listen and find out in Episode 161!
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