#414 – Scream VI (2023)

Join the crew as we discuss slasher franchises, true crime enthusiasts and the sanctity of your local bodega in, Scream VI (2023).

#413 – Scream 4 (2011)

Join the crew as we discuss horror movie remakes, what makes a successful Scream movie and Wes Craven’s final feature, Scream 4 (2011).

#412 – Alien 3 (1992)

Join the crew as we discuss studio meddling, xeno-dogs and David Fincher’s feature film debut, Alien 3.

#411 – Slumber Party Massacre (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss Roger Corman, exploitation filmmaking and Amy Holden Jones’ feminist slasher film, Slumber Party Massacre (1982).

#410 – The Cell (2000)

Join the crew as we discuss Jennifer Lopez, Vince Vaughn and the feature length music video that is, The Cell (2000).

#409 – Knock at the Cabin (2023)

Join the crew as we discuss Dave Bautista, Rupert Grint and M. Night Shyamalan’s 15^th film, Knock at the Cabin (2023).

#408 – Infinity Pool (2023)

Join the crew as we discuss Mia Goth and Alexander Skarsgard in Brandon Cronenberg’s, Infinity Pool (2023).

#407 – Willy’s Wonderland (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Nicolas Cage, creepy animatronics and Kevin Lewis’ killer comedy, Willy’s Wonderland.

#406 – Skinamarink (2023)

Join the crew as we discuss kinder-trauma, liminal spaces and Kyle Edward Ball’s experimental horror film, Skinamarink (2023).

#405 – Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss evil spirits, haunted houses and Mike Flanagan’s prequel, Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016).

#404 – Barbarian (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgard and a surprise Justin Long in Zach Cregger’s extremely entertaining, Barbarian (2022).

#403 – 2022 in Review

Join the Straight Chilling Crew as we comb through the wealth of horror movies released in 2022 and discuss our top 10, bottom 3 and several honorable mentions.

#402 – Black Christmas (1974)

Join the crew as we discuss Olivia Hussey, Margot Kidder and how long turtles can hump in Bob Clark’s holiday horror classic, Black Christmas (1974).

Solid One Star: A Straight Chilling Documentary

In this documentary, the three current hosts of Straight Chilling each share their perspective on the podcast's humble beginnings.

#401 – Violent Night (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss David Harbour, John Leguizamo and the latest killer Santa flick, Violent Night (2022).

#400 – LIVE: From the Warm Side of the Door (2022)

Join us as we answer listener questions, reflect upon the last 100 episodes and literally dance in front of a live studio audience.

#399 – Alien vs. Predator (2004)

Join the crew as we discuss Lance Henriksen, mindless mash-ups and Paul W.S. Anderson’s, Alien vs. Predator (2004).

#398 – Aliens (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Sigourney Weaver, Bill Paxton and James Cameron’s classic sci-fi flick, Aliens (1986).

#397 – Coraline (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss stop motion animation, Neil Gaiman and Henry Selick’s gateway horror film, Coraline (2009).

#396 – Chopping Mall (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Roger Corman, Barbara Crampton and Jim Wynorski’s killer robot movie, Chopping Mall (1986).

#395 – May (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss Angela Bettis, Anna Faris and Lucky McKee’s gruesomely awkward film, May (2002).

#394 – Triple Feature: The Exorcist (1973), The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005), The Last Exorcism (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss an absolute classic, a courtroom drama inspired by true events and a found footage exorcism gone wrong as we celebrate our annual Halloween Extravaganza!

#393 – Halloween Ends (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss budding romance, misunderstood murderers and the extremely polarizing conclusion to David Gordon Green’s trilogy in, Halloween Ends (2022).

#392 – Hellraiser (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Clive Barker, BDSM, and Cenobites in David Bruchner’s remake of a horror classic, Hellraiser (2022).

Chilling with Chris LaMartina

Slam this episode into you ears as we talk to Chris LaMartina about the Out There Halloween Mega Tape, doing it yourself, and of course, our favorite holiday. 

#391 – The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror VIII-X (1997-1999)

Join the crew as we discuss episodes VIII-X of The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror!

#390 – Pearl (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss A24, Mia Goth and the second installment in Ti West’s peculiar trilogy, Pearl (2022).

#389 – Halloween II (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss Michael Myers, dream logic and Rob Zombie’s extremely polarizing, Halloween II (2009).

#388 – Hell House LLC (2015)

Join the crew as we discuss extreme haunts, found footage films and the Halloween banger, Hell House LLC (2015).

#387 – The Gift (2015)

Join the crew as we high school bullies, Jason Bateman, and Rebecca Hall in the highly effective thriller, The Gift (2015).

#386 – Coherence (2013)

Join the crew as we discuss quantum physics, shitty dinner parties and the mumble-core madness that is, Coherence (2013).

#385 – Requiem for a Dream (2000)

Join the crew as we discuss Jared Leto, Jennifer Connelly and Darren Aronofsky’s cripplingly depressing, Requiem for a Dream (2000).

#384 – A Tale of Two Sisters (2003)

Join the crew as we discuss Korean cinema, Korean folklore and Jee-woon Kim’s extremely haunting, A Tale of Two Sisters (2003).

#383 – The Faculty (1998)

Join the crew as we discuss Josh Hartnett, Elijah Wood and Jordana Brewster in Robert Rodriguez’, The Faculty (1998).

#382 – Session 9 (2001)

Join the crew as we discuss Danvers State Hospital, mental health and Brad Anderson’s hauntingly effective, Session 9 (2001).

#381 – Nope (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, and Steven Yeun in Jordan Peele’s summer blockbuster, Nope (2022).

#380 – Lake Placid (1999)

Join the crew as we discuss Betty White, Bill Pullman and Oliver Platt in Steve Miner’s, Lake Placid.

#379 – Godzilla (1998)

Join the crew as we discuss the irresponsible French, the unyielding might of the American military, and Roland Emmerich’s most patriotic film yet, Godzilla (1998).

#378 – Stranger Things 4 (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Robert Englund, The Upside Down and Satanic Panic in Stranger Things 4.

#377 – The Black Phone (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Joe Hill, Ethan Hawke and Madeleine McGraw in Scott Derrickson’s, The Black Phone (2022).

#376 – Threads (1984)

Join the crew as we discuss nuclear fallout, nuclear winter and the end of civilization as we know it in, Threads (1984).

The Overlook Film Festival Recap (2022)

Randy and Bob attended the Overlook Film Festival in New Orleans June 2-5 and have returned to tell the tale!

#375 – Possum (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss troubled childhoods, unruly Uncles and Matthew Holness’ Possum (2018).

#374 – Men (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss misogyny, grief and Alex Garland’s folk, body horror mash up, Men (2022).

#373 – Clue (1985)

Join the crew as we discuss Tim Curry, Christopher Lloyd and the board game turned feature film, Clue (1985).

#372 – Basket Case (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss conjoined twins, New York City and Frank Henenlotter’s drive-in classic, Basket Case (1982).

#371 – The Sadness (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss viral zombies, Taiwanese horror, and Rob Jabbaz’ blood-soaked film, The Sadness (2022).

#370 – Jason X (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss Jason Voorhees, cyborgs and nanotechnology in the 10^th film in the Friday the 13^th franchise, Jason X (2002).

#369 – Young Frankenstein (1974)

Join the crew as we discuss Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle and Mel Brooks’ classic parody, Young Frankenstein (1974).

#368 – The Northman (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Vikings, the legend of Amleth and Robert Eggers’ third film, The Northman (2022).

#367 – The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)

Join the crew as we discuss Hammer horror, Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee in Terence Fisher’s, The Curse of Frankenstein (1957).

#366 – Turbo Kid (2015)

Join the crew as we discuss kids on bikes, insane gore and 90’s nostalgia in RKSS’ extremely entertaining, Turbo Kid (2015).

#365 – Private Parts (1972)

Join the crew as we discuss shitty Aunts, bondage priests, inflatable dolls and the psychosexual, Private Parts (1972).

#364 – X (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss fleeting youth, the art of filmmaking and Ti West’s slasher, X (2022).

#363 – The Beyond (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss Italian horror, Dardano Sacchetti and Lucio Fulci’s video nasty, The Beyond (1981).

#362 – Fresh (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Sebastian Stan, Daisy Edgar-Jones, online dating and black market cannibalism in Mimi Cave’s, Fresh (2022).

#361 – Nosferatu (1922)

Join the crew as we discuss vampires, Bram Stoker, and F.W. Murnau’s Symphony of Horror, Nosferatu (1922).

#360 – Get Duked! (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Run the Jewels, Vince Staples, Danny Brown and 4 impressionable youths getting stoned in the wilderness in Ninian Doff’s comedic romp, Get Duked! (2019).

#359 – Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Leatherface, Sally Hardesty, and Fede Alvarez in David Blue Garcia’s sequel to an all time classic, Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022).

#358 – A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014)

Join the crew as we discuss skateboards, vampires and love in Ana Lily Amirpour’s, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night (2014).

#357 – The Fly (1958)

Join the crew as we discuss Vincent Price, Patricia Owens and teleportation in Kurt Neumann’s 1958 classic, The Fly.

#356 – Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom (1975)

Join the crew as we discuss fascism, consumerism and Pier Paolo Pasolini’s extremely controversial film, Salò, or the 120 Days of Sodom (1975).

#355 – Eden Lake (2008)

Join the crew as we discuss Kelly Reilly, Michael Fassbender and an unruly gang of kids on bikes in James Watkins’ Eden Lake (2008).

#354 - Scream (2022)

Join the crew as we discuss Neve Campbell, David Arquette and Courtney Cox in Radio Silence’s sequel to Wes Craven’s classic franchise, Scream (2022).

#353 - Doom (2005)

Join the crew as we discuss Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Richard Brake and Rosamund Pike in the foul mouthed video-game turned movie, DOOM (2005).

#352 - The Thing (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss Kurt Russell, Rob Bottin and Keith David in John Carpenter’s classic creature feature, The Thing (1982).

#351 - 2021 in Review

Join the crew as we wrap up 2021 by counting down our top 10 horror films. We also mention a few films to avoid, discuss honorable mentions and look forward to 2022.

#350 – Nightmare Alley (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Bradley Cooper, Cate Blanchett, Toni Collette, and Willem Dafoe in Guillermo Del Toro’s book turned movie, Nightmare Alley (2021).

#349 – P2 (2007)

Join the crew as we get holly and jolly while discussing Alexandre Aja, Rachel Nichols, and Wes Bentley in Frank Khalfoun’s killer Christmas movie, P2 (2007).

#348 – Gamera 2: Attack of Legion (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss kaiju films, tokusatsu and everybody’s favorite Toho turtle in, Gamera 2: Attack of Legion.

#347 – Bride of Chucky (1998)

Join the crew as we discuss Don Mancini, Jennifer Tilly, Brad Dourif, and Katherine Heigl in Ronny Yu’s Bride of Chucky.

#346 – Ghosthouse (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss Italian horror, Umberto Lenzi and the sequel to Evil Dead you didn’t know existed, Ghosthouse.

#345 – Jennifer’s Body (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss Megan Fox, Amanda Seyfried and Diablo Cody in Karen Kusama’s teenage bloodbath, Jennifer’s Body.

#344 – Scooby-Doo (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss Matthew Lillard, Freddie Prinze Jr. and Sarah Michelle Gellar in Raja Gosnell’s live action interpretation of Scooby-Doo (2002).

#343 – Carrie (1976)

Join the crew as we discuss Sissy Spacek, Piper Laurie, and Brian DePalma’s adaptation of Stephen King’s first novel, Carrie (1976).

#342 – The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror V-VII (1994-1996)

Join the crew as we discuss episodes V-VII of the Simpsons Halloween tradition, Treehouse of Horror.

#341 – Halloween Kills (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Michael Myers, Jamie Lee Curtis, and the entire town of Haddonfield in the second installment of David Gordon Green’s Halloween trilogy, Halloween Kills.

#340 – Triple Feature: Halloween (1978), Halloween 2 (1981), Halloween H2O (1998)

Join the crew as we discuss Michael Myers, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Donald Pleasence in the birth and rebirth of John Carpenter’s iconic Halloween franchise.

#339 – The Guest (2014)

Join the crew as we discuss Dan Stevens, Maika Monroe and Ethan Embry in Adam Wingard’s, The Guest.

#338 – Jack-O (1995)

Join the crew as we discuss Fred Olen Ray, Steve Latshaw, Linnea Quigley, and the pumpkin-headed demon named, Jack-O.

#337 – Night of the Demons (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss Halloween parties, Linnea Quigley’s makeup routine, and Kevin Tenney’s demon possession movie from 1988, Night of the Demons.

#336 – Malignant (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss James Wan, the size of his balls, and the extremely polarizing film, Malignant.

#335 – Calvaire (2004)

Join the crew as we discuss New French Extremity, Biblical allegory, and the feel good Christmas film from 2004, Calvaire.

#334 – Candyman (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Clive Barker, Jordan Peele and Nia Dacosta’s follow up to the 1992 film by the same name, Candyman.

#333 – Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me (1992)

Join the crew as we discuss Ray Wise, Kiefer Sutherland and David Lynch’s feature length follow up to his beloved cult TV show, Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me.

#332 – Friday the 13th (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss Kevin Bacon, Jason Voorhees and Sean S. Cunningham’s classic slasher flick, Friday the 13^th.

#331 – In Fabric (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss mindless consumerism, cursed clothing and Peter Strickland’s art house film, In Fabric.

#330 – The Green Knight (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Dev Patel, Arthurian legends, and the latest film from A24, David Lowery’s The Green Knight.

#329 – Fear Street Trilogy (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss R.L. Stein, slashers, and Leigh Janiak’s, Fear Street Trilogy: 1994, 1978, 1666.

#328 – Birdemic: Shock and Terror (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss low budget filmmaking, Alfred Hitchcock, and climate change in James Nguyen’s cult film, Birdemic.

#327 – Blood and Lace (1971)

Join the crew as we discuss crooked social workers, crooked cops, and the crooked proto-slasher from 1971, Blood and Lace.

#326 – Jaws (1975)

Join the crew as we discuss the 4^th of July, a giant killer shark, and Stephen Spielberg’s classic film, Jaws.

#325 – Rubber (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss absurdist filmmaking, psycho-kinetic tires, and Quentin Dupieux’ head popping film, Rubber.

#324 – Butterfly Kisses (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss found footage, folklore, and the under-seen 2018 film, Butterfly Kisses.

#323 – A Bay of Blood (1971)

Join the crew as we discuss Italian horror, slashers, and Mario Bava’s highly influential film, A Bay of Blood.

#322 – The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Patrick Wilson, Vera Farmiga and the next exciting adventure for Ed and Lorraine Warren, The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.

#321 – A Quiet Place Part 2 (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Emily Blunt, Cillian Murphy, and the sequel to John Krasinksi’s hit creature feature, A Quiet Place Part 2.

#320 – Oxygen (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss claustrophobia, science fiction-horror, and Alexandre Aja’s latest Netflix movie, Oxygen.

#319 – The Evil Dead (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss Sam Raimi’s grassroots, blood soaked, cabin in the woods classic, The Evil Dead.

#318 – Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss the Chiodo brothers’ creative, clown filled, creature feature from 1988, Killer Klowns from Outer Space.

#317 – The Mummy (1999)

Join the crew as we discuss Brendan Fraser, Rachel Weisz, and Stephen Sommers’ adventure-horror film, The Mummy (1999).

#316 – Dressed to Kill (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss Michal Cain, trans representation in cinema, and Brian De Palma’s erotic thriller, Dressed to Kill.

#315 – The Wicker Man (1973)

Join the crew as we discuss sex cults, Scotland, Christopher Lee, and the 1973 classic, The Wicker Man.

#314 – Blood Diner (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss ancient Lumerian feasts, cannibalistic gods, and Jackie Kong’s exploitation masterpiece, Blood Diner.

#313 – Godzilla vs. Kong (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss Alexander Skarsgard, Millie Bobby Brown, and the kaiju monster mash-up, Godzilla vs. Kong.

#312 – The Sixth Sense (1999)

Join the crew as we discuss Toni Collete, Bruce Willis, and Haley Joel Osment in M. Night Shymalan’s classic ghost tale, The Sixth Sense.

#311 – Wicked City (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss sexy demons, horny old people, and the audacious anime, Wicked City.

#310 – The Baby (1973)

Join the crew as we discuss big babies, mental abuse, and the bizarre 70’s horror film, The Baby.

#309 – The Howling 2: ... Your Sister Is a Werewolf (1985)

Join the crew as we discuss werewolf orgies, Christopher Lee, and the incredibly bonkers, The Howling 2: ... Your Sister Is a Werewolf.

#308 – Oldboy (2003)

Join the crew as we discuss Korean revenge films, hammer-fu, and the tentacle filled thriller, Oldboy.

#307 – Saint Maud (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss live-in nurses, Coney Island, and the latest A24 production, Saint Maud.

#306 – My Bloody Valentine (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss love triangles, harmonica duets, and the most romantic slasher every put to celluloid, My Bloody Valentine (1981).

#305 – The Peanut Butter Solution (1985)

Join the crew as we discuss children’s horror movies, various places to put peanut butter, and Michael Rubbo’s oddball film from 1985, The Peanut Butter Solution.

#304 – Synchronic (2021)

Join the crew as we discuss New Orleans, designer drugs, and Aaron Benson and Justin Moorhead’s time bending, Synchronic.

#303 – Timecrimes (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss time loops, the concept of fate, and the Spanish language mind bender, Timecrimes.

#302 – Shocking Dark aka Terminator 2 (1989)

Join the crew as we discuss Bruno Mattei, Italian horror, and the Alien/Terminator knockoff, Shocking Dark.

#301 – Insidious (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss James Wan, Leigh Wannell, and Patrick Wilson in, Insidious.

#300 – In Memoriam

Join Anthony from Something Ghoulish, Nichole from Light and Shadow, and John from Horrorphoria as they celebrate the lives and careers of the late Straight Chilling Crew.

#299 – Top 10 of 2020

Join the crew as we discuss the best and worst of 2020.

#298 – Anything for Jackson (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss a grandparent’s love, unexpected pregnancy, and the satanic Shudder exclusive, Anything for Jackson.

#297 – Rare Exports (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss a giant Santa Claus, naked elves, and the Finnish Christmas horror film, Rare Exports.

#296 – Possessor (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss futuristic assassins, data mining, and Brandon Cronenberg’s latest film, Possessor.

#295 – Rosemary’s Baby (1968)

Join the crew as we discuss cults, Faustian deals, and Roman Polanski’s classic, Rosemary’s Baby.

#294 – Perfect Blue (1997)

Join the crew as we discuss psychological horror, anime, and Satoshi Kon’s extremely influential, Perfect Blue.

#293 – Bram Stoker’s Dracula (1992)

Join the crew as we discuss Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder, and Anthony Hopkins in, Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

#292 – Terrified (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss coexisting dimensions, haunted neighborhoods, and loud ass neighbors in the Shudder exclusive, Terrified.

#291 – Seconds (1966)

Join the crew as we discuss Rock Hudson, life changing surgical procedures, and John Frankenheimer’s, Seconds.

#290 – Triple Feature: Halloween 4 (1988), Halloween 5 (1989), Halloween 6 (1995)

Join the crew as we discuss Michael Myers, Druidic Cults, and Paul Rudd in one of the most baffling horror trilogies of all time, Halloween 4,5, & 6.

#289 – Vampires vs. the Bronx (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss vampires, kid horror, and the Netflix original, Vampires vs. the Bronx.

#288 – A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Join the crew as we discuss Johnny Depp, Heather Langenkamp, and Robert Englund in Wes Craven’s classic, A Nightmare on Elm Street.

#287 – The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror I-IV (1990-1993)

Join the crew as we discuss the first 4 installments in The Simpsons Halloween tradition, Treehouse of Horror.

#286 – The Happiness of the Katakuris (2001)

Join the crew as we discuss claymation, horror musicals, and Takashi Miike’s, The Happiness of the Katakuris.

#285 – House on Haunted Hill (1959)

Join the crew as we discuss Vincent Price, haunted houses, and William Castle’s, House on Haunted Hill.

#284 – The Lodge (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss cults, isolation, and Hammer’s latest horror film, The Lodge.

#283 – Beetlejuice (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Tim Burton’s classic ghost story, Beetlejuice.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Vestron Video Spotlight

On this week's show, Mikey and Bob discuss the first 17 releases in the Vestron Collector’s Series.

#282 – Random Acts of Violence (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Jay Baruchel, horror comics, and the brutal slasher film, Random Acts of Violence.

#281 – VHS2 (2013)

Join the crew as we discuss horror anthologies, haunted tapes, and Bloody Disgusting’s, VHS2.

#280 – Teeth (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss Freud, vaginal myths, and the 2007 horror-comedy, Teeth.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - June and July Pick-Ups (2020)

On this week's show, we discuss our Pick-Ups from June and July 2020. We also get into some bullshit blind buys and upcoming releases.

#279 – Humanoids from the Deep (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss Roger Corman, mutant sea creatures, and the exploitation film, Humanoids from the Deep.

#278 – Godzilla (1954)

Join the crew as we discuss Japan, radioactive lizards, and the classic creature feature, Godzilla.

#277 – Anaconda (1997)

Join the crew as we discuss J-Lo, Ice Cube, and the 1997 creature feature, Anaconda.

#276 – Death Bed: The Bed That Eats (1977)

Join the crew as we discuss death, beds, and the horrific combination of the two in, Death Bed: The Bed That Eats.

#275 – The Prophecy (1995)

Join the crew as we discuss Christopher Walken and religious based horror in 1995’s, The Prophecy.

#274 – The Hunt (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss Blumhouse, Animal Farm, and how much weight Ethan Suplee lost in, The Hunt.

#273 – Eraserhead (1977)

Join the crew as we discuss art-house horror, dream logic, and David Lynch’s debut feature, Eraserhead.

#272 – Martin (1977)

Join the crew as we discuss weird vampires, Tom Savini, and mental illness in George A. Romero’s, Martin.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - May Pick-Ups (2020)

On this week's show, we discuss our Pick-Ups from May 2020.

#271 – The Vast of Night (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss the 1950’s, science fiction, and aliens in, The Vast of Night.

#270 – Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss the other, vengeance, and Bogan County in, Dark Night of the Scarecrow.

#269 – Tucker and Dale vs Evil (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss hillbillies, college kids, and the inevitable bloodbath that ensues when the two collide in, Tucker and Dale vs Evil.

#268 – The Girl with all the Gifts (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss zombie movies, Glenn Close, and how to keep the dead fresh in, The Girl with all the Gifts.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Vinegar Syndrome Spotlight

On this week's show, we discuss Vinegar Syndrome’s good, bad and, ugly in preparation for their halfway to Black Friday sale.

#267 – Antichrist (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss biblical allegory, the nature of the feminine, and Lars Von Trier’s, Antichrist.

#266 – The Orphanage (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss ghost stories, spooky kids, and J.A. Bayona’s, The Orphanage.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - March and April Pick-Ups (2020)

On this week's show, we discuss our blu ray and 4k pick ups for March and April of 2020.

#265 – Thirst (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss vampires, religious horror, and Park Chan Wook’s, Thirst.

#264 – Alien (1979)

Join the crew as we discuss capitalism, feminism, and cats in the 1979 sci-fi, horror classic, Alien.

#263 – Ravenous (1999)

Join the crew as we discuss cannibalism, the Mexican-American war, and the 1999 horror-comedy, Ravenous.

#262 – Rawhead Rex (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Clive Barker, fertility cults, and the 1986 creature-feature, Rawhead Rex.

#261 – Triple Feature: Blade (1998), Blade 2 (2002), Blade Trinity (2004)

Join the crew as we discuss Wesley Snipes, Guillermo Del Toro, and the blood soaked, action packed, Blade Trilogy.

#260 – Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954)

Join the crew as we discuss Jack Arnold, Julie Adams, and the Universal monster movie, Creature from the Black Lagoon.

#259 – The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)

Join the crew as we discuss fairs, sleepwalking, and the 100 year old, German Expressionist film, The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari.

#258 – The Incredibly Strange Creatures Who Stopped Living and Became Mixed-Up Zombies!!? (1964)

Join the crew as we discuss carnivals, MST3K, and the movie with the longest title in cinema history, The Incredibly Strange Creatures Who Stopped Living and Became Mixed-Up Zombies!!?

Let's Get Physical (Media) - February Pick Ups

On this week's show we discuss our blu ray and 4k pick ups for the month of February 2020. We also discuss some future releases. 

#257 – The Invisible Man (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss the Universal Monsters, Elisabeth Moss, and Leigh Wannell’s latest film, The Invisible Man.

#256 – Witchboard (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Ouija boards, the similarities between pregnancy and possession, and the 80’s cult film, Witchboard.

#255 – High Tension (2003)

Join the crew as we discuss New French Extremity, mental illness, and Alexandre Aja’s, High Tension.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Scream Factory Spotlight

On this week's show we discuss some of Scream Factory's best releases as well as a few of their hidden gems. 

#254 – Come to Daddy (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss New Zealand, Elijah Wood, and the genre bending directorial debut from Ant Timpson, Come to Daddy.

Bracket of Blood Winner!

The Bracket of Blood has concluded! Click here to view and download the full Bracket of Blood. 

Let's Get Physical (Media) - January Pick Ups

On this week's show we discuss our blu ray and 4k pick ups for the month of January. We also discuss what's coming out in February and what's going out of print in 2020. 

#253 – The Being (1983)

Join the crew as we discuss eco-horror, political allegory, and the Idahoan anomaly, The Being.

Bracket of Blood Final Round

Click here to vote in Final Round of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of the 2 grand finalist films from Rounds 1-5 both fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

Bracket of Blood Semi-Finals

Click here to vote in Semi-Finals of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of the 4 finalist films from Rounds 1-4 all fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Interview with Justin Beahm

On this week's show, we talk with writer, producer, director, podcaster, and all around nice guy, Justin Beahm. 

#252 – Color Out of Space (2020)

Join the crew as we discuss Nic Cage, alpacas, and the H.P. Lovecraft short story turned feature film, Color Out of Space.

#251 – Sunshine (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss space horror, Chris Evans, and Cillian Murphy in Danny Boyle’s, Sunshine.

Bracket of Blood Round 4

Click here to vote in Round 4 of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of the 8 finalist films from Rounds 1-3 all fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#250 – Lifeforce (1985)

Join the crew as we discuss aliens, vampires, and the extremely bizarre mixture of the two in Tobe Hooper’s, Lifeforce.

Bracket of Blood Round 3

Click here to vote in Round 3 of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of the 16 finalist films from Round 1 & 2 all fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Interview with Michael Felsher

Join the crew as we interview the owner and operator of Red Shirt Pictures, Michael Felsher.

#249 – Scream (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss Wes Craven, 90’s horror, and the brilliant meta-slasher, Scream.

Bracket of Blood Round 2: Haunters & Macabre

Click here to vote in Round 2 of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of 16 of the winning films from Round 1 all fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#248 – Bigfoot Monster Mystery (1997)

Join the crew as we discuss how to entertain bigfoot, the size of bigfoot’s droppings, and the truly hilarious documentary, Bigfoot Monster Mystery.

Bracket of Blood Round 2: Killers & Monsters

Click here to vote in Round 2 of the Bracket of Blood. This week consists of 16 of the winning films from Round 1 all fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

Let's Get Physical (Media) - Top 10 of 2019

Welcome to the newest show produced by the Straight Chilling crew! Join hosts Mikey and Bob as they discuss blu-rays, 4k’s, and the boutique distributors that help keep physical media alive. 

#247 – Top 10 of 2019

Join the crew as we close the year out by discussing our favorite films of the year. We also find out whether or not Bob could have purchased a jet-ski and just how delicious Malort is!

Bracket of Blood Round 1: Wild Card

Click here to vote in our Bracket of Blood Wild Card Round. This round consists of 16 films fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#246 – Deadly Friend (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Wes Craven, studio meddling, and the bizarre genre mashup, Deadly Friend.

Bracket of Blood Round 1: Macabre Division

Click here to vote in our Bracket of Blood Macabre Division. This division consists of 28 films fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#245 - Parasite (기생충)

Join the crew as we discuss Korean cinema, disproportionate wealth, and the award winning 2019 genre bender, Parasite (기생충).

Bracket of Blood Round 1: Haunters Division

Click here to vote in our Bracket of Blood Haunters Division. This division consists of 28 films fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#244 – Mother! (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss Jennifer Lawrence, Javier Bardem, Ed Harris, and Darren Aronofsky’s, Mother!

Bracket of Blood Round 1: Monsters Division

Click here to vote in our Bracket of Blood Monsters Division. This division consists of 28 films fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade.

#243 – Top 10 of the Decade (2010-2019)

Join the crew as we discuss our favorite horror films of the last 10 years. As well as the most influential studios, art house horror, directors, and much more.

Bracket of Blood Round 1: Killers Division

Click here to vote in our Bracket of Blood Killers Division. This division consists of 28 films fighting for their chance to be crowned the greatest horror film of the decade. 

Bracket of Blood

The Bracket of Blood is upon us. Click here to see the breakdown of the upcoming Bracket of Blood competition.

#242 – 31 (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss clowns, carnies, cannibalism, and Rob Zombie’s 31.

#241 – Noroi: The Curse (2005)

Join the crew as we discuss demonic rituals, Japanese variety TV shows, and tin foil suits in, Noroi: The Curse.

#240 – Doctor Sleep (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Stephen King, Mike Flanagan, and the sequel to The Shining, Doctor Sleep.

#239 – The Lighthouse (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Robert Eggers, Willem Dafoe, and Robert Pattinson in The Lighthouse.

#238 – Double Feature: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974), The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Tobe Hooper, the great state of Texas, and a pair of horror classics in our annual Halloween Extravaganza!

#237 – Haunt (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss extreme haunts, body modification, and the latest Halloween centered horror film, Haunt.

#236 – Ghost (1990)

Join the crew as we discuss Whoopi Goldberg, Patrick Swayze, and the quintessential horror film, Ghost.

#235 – Deliverance (1972)

Join the crew as we discuss the boundaries of horror, mother nature, and why people are terrified of the south in, Deliverance.

#234 – The Craft (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss the 90’s, Fairuza Balk, and the quintessential high school witch movie, The Craft.

#233 – Tigers Are Not Afraid (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss the Mexican Drug War, Guillermo Del Toro, and Issa Lopez’ Tigers Are Not Afraid.

#232 – Curse of the Cannibal Confederates (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss TROMA, Lloyd Kaufman, and the ultra low budget “film” from 1982, Curse of the Cannibal Confederates.

#231 – IT Chapter Two (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Stephen King, Bill Hader, getting old, and the terrifying conclusion to one of the most profitable horror films ever made, IT Chapter Two.

#230 – Shin Godzilla (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss Japan, the Fukushima nuclear disaster, and the giant monster movie, Shin Godzilla.

#229 – Army of Darkness (1992)

Join the crew as we discuss Bruce Campbell, Sam Raimi, and the third installment in the Evil Dead trilogy, Army of Darkness.

#228 – Frailty (2001)

Join the crew as we discuss Bill Paxton, Matthew McConaughey, and the truly bizarre film, Frailty.

#227 – Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss children’s horror literature, spooky illustrations, and the latest from director Andre Ovredal, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark.

#226 – Cujo (1983)

Join the crew as we discuss rabies, adultery, and a classic Stephen King novel turned movie, Cujo.

#225 – Halloween Resurrection (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss Busta Rhymes, reality television, and arguably the worst film in the Halloween franchise, Halloween Resurrection.

#224 – Stranger Things 3 (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss capitalism, communism, and the Netflix original sensation, Stranger Things 3.

#223 – The Innkeepers (2011)

Join the crew as we discuss ghosts, the art of the jump scare, and how damn lovable Pat Healy is in, The Innkeepers.

#222 – Midsommar (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss magic mushrooms, the Swedish, and the latest cult catastrophe from the mind of Ari Aster, Midsommar.

Bonus: Interview with Joe Bob Briggs

On this very special episode we are joined by the world’s foremost drive in critic, Joe Bob Briggs! Listen in as we discuss his origins as a journalist, his show on Shudder The Last Drive In, and his new live show How Rednecks Saved Hollywood.

#221 – The Wailing (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss Korean cinema, the beef between Korea and Japan, and the 2016 possession flick, The Wailing.

#220 – Feast (2005)

Join the crew as we discuss Jason Mewes, Henry Rollins, and the early 2000’s splatter movie, Feast.

#219 – Escape Room (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss overreactions, feeling trapped, and the latest in franchise horror, Escape Room.

#218 – Godzilla: King of the Monsters (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss giant monsters, giant leaps in logic, and the giant size blockbuster, Godzilla: King of the Monsters.

#217 – Brightburn (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Superman, what would happen if Superman was bad, and the movie that shows what would happen if Superman was bad, Brightburn.

Bonus: Creepshow Live

What you’re about to hear are the events that transpired on Saturday May 18, 2019 inside The Justice Pub in Jacksonville, FL. The Straight Chilling Crew combined forces with The Short Box Podcast to discuss the horror classic, Creepshow in both comic book and movie form.

#216 – Vampire’s Kiss (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss Nic Cage, New York City, and the truly bat shit movie, Vampire’s Kiss.

#215 – Inside (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss new French extremity, crazy moms, and one of the most brutal films we’ve covered to date, Inside.

#214 – The Frighteners (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss Peter Jackson, Michael J. Fox, and the wildly complex movie that birthed WETA Digital, The Frighteners.

#213 – The Hidden (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss sports cars, ghetto blasters, and how Cooters are actually just people being controlled by aliens in, The Hidden.

#212 – American Psycho (2000)

Join the crew as we discuss Christian Bale, Mary Harron, Bret Easton Ellis, and the serial killer book turned movie, American Psycho.

#211 – Lords of Chaos (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Rory Culkin, the emergence of Norwegian Black Metal, and the suicide, murder, and arson associated with it in, Lords of Chaos.

#210 – Hellboy (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Neil Marshall, David Harbour, Mike Mignola, and the reboot of a once successful comic book movie franchise, Hellboy.

#209 – Pet Sematary (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss John Lithgow, Wendigos, and cats with that Forest Whitaker eye in, Pet Sematary.

#208 – House of Wax (2005)

Join the crew as we discuss Paris Hilton, horror remakes, and the mall rock epic from 2005, House of Wax.

#207 – Us (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss family vacations, evil Tim Heidecker, and Jordan Peele’s second feature length horror film, Us.

#206 – Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight (1995)

Join the crew as we discuss nipple shocking, Billy Zane, and yet another brothel centric Tales from the Crypt movie, Demon Knight.

#205 – The Farm (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss evil ass country folk, how meat is murder, and this weird little movie from 2018 called, The Farm.

#204 – The Entity (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss groping ghosts, psychology, parapsychology, and the super spooky 1982 film, The Entity.

#203 – Audition (1999)

Join the crew as we discuss Takashi Miike, Japanese horror, and the truly twisted love story, Audition.

#202 – Happy Death Day 2U (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss Back to the Future, evil college Deans, and the latest pseudo-slasher from Blumhouse, Happy Death Day 2U.

#201 – They (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss Wes Craven, night terrors, and the early 2000’s sleeper creeper, They.

#200 - A Retrospective

Join the crew as we reflect upon the past 200 shows by playing games, talking ratings, answer listener questions, deliver the definitive Cooter Profile, and much more. 

#199 – Martyrs (2008)

Join the crew as we discuss New French Extremity, Pascal Laugier, and one of the most infamous horror films of all time, Martyrs.

#198 – Glass (2019)

Join the crew as we discuss M. Night Shyamalan’s career, superhero movies, and the latest film from one of the most polarizing director’s of all time, Glass.

#197 – The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss found footage, goofy masks, and one of the most infamous horror films of all time, The Poughkeepsie Tapes. We also talk to filmmaker Sam Farmer about his latest movie, Cry for the Bad Man.

#196 – The Descent (2005)

Join the crew as we discuss the grieving process, the many metaphors for a cave, and Neil Marshall’s modern classic, The Descent.

#195 – Top 10 of 2018

Join the crew as we reflect upon 2018 and discuss the best and worst films the year had to offer.

#194 – Christmas Evil (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss snooping children, a murderous Santa Claus, and John Waters’ favorite Christmas movie, Christmas Evil.

#193 – Jacob’s Ladder (1990)

Join the crew as we discuss Tim Robbins, Vietnam, speed demons, and the classic 90’s horror, Jacob’s Ladder.

#192 – The Shining (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss haunted hotels, cabin fever, and the classic Stanley Kubrick film, The Shining.

#191 – Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter (1984)

Join the crew as we discuss horny teens, machete killings, and one the best installments in one of the best horror franchises in history, Friday the 13^th Part IV: The Final Chapter.

#190 – Motel Hell (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss motels, fritters, the ancient art of meat smoking, and the fever-dream that is, Motel Hell.

#189 – The Haunting of Hill House (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss creepy houses, a haunted family, and the latest from director Mike Flanagan, The Haunting of Hill House.

#188 – Overlord (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Nazis, zombies, and the inevitable intersection of the two in, Overlord.

#187 – Suspiria (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Dakota Johnson, Tilda Swinton, Thom Yorke, and Luca Guadagnino’s remake of the Italian horror classic, Suspiria.

#186 – Tremors (1990)

Join the crew as we discuss Kevin Bacon, graboids, and the classic 90’s monster movie Tremors.

#185 – Halloween (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Danny McBride, John Carpenter, David Gordon Green, and the beginning of the slasher revival, Halloween.

#184 – Double Feature: Night of the Living Dead (1968), Dawn of the Dead (1979)

Join the crew as we discuss the film that created the modern zombie as we know it, and it’s sequel that pushed the boundaries of social commentary in this very special Romero double feature!

#183 – Hocus Pocus (1993)

Join the crew as we discuss children’s horror, Mick Garris, Bette Midler, and the classic Halloween film, Hocus Pocus.

#182 – Ghost Stories (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss British horror, anthology storytelling, and three spooky tales in, Ghost Stories.

#181 – Mandy (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Nicolas Cage, the Cheddar Goblin, and Panos Cosmatos’ revenge fueled feature, Mandy.

#180 – Jurassic Park (1993)

Join the crew as we discuss Stephen Spielberg, what constitutes a horror film, and dino DNA in the 90’s classic, Jurassic Park.

#179 – The Nun (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss spin-offs, great atmosphere, and whether or not The Nun is worth your precious time.

#178 – The Monster Squad (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss kids on bikes, Monsters on foot, and squads in, The Monster Squad.

#177 – Summer of 84 (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss the 80’s revival, kids on bikes, and strange neighbors in Summer of 84.

#176 – The ‘Burbs (1989)

Join the crew as we discuss Tom Hanks, weird neighbors, and the Joe Dante classic, The ‘Burbs.

#175 – A Dark Song (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss intense British accents, blood magic, and The Occult in A Dark Song.

#174 – Night of the Creeps (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss aliens, axe murderers, zombies, Tom Atkins, and Fred Dekker’s 1986 classic, Night of the Creeps.

#173 – The Burning (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss our summer camp experiences, bad pranks, and the classic 80’s slasher, The Burning.

#172 – Freaks (1932)

Join the crew as we discuss poison, inheritances, and Tod Browning’s wildly depressing film from 1932, Freaks.

#171 – The Loved Ones (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss prom, Australian cooters, and the high school horror film, The Loved Ones.

#170 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

Join the crew as we discuss franchise horror, the majesty of one liners, and one of the best horror sequels ever, A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors. We also interview some Jacksonville filmmakers about their upcoming film, I Am Going To Kill Someone This Friday. 

#168 – A Serbian Film (2010)

Join the crew as we discuss the Yugoslav War, filmmakers' intent, and the most disturbing film we have ever seen, A Serbian Film. May God have mercy on our souls.

#167 – Terrifier (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss creepy clowns, throwback cinema, and your new favorite slasher, Terrifier.

#166 – Hereditary (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss dysfunctional families, beheadings, and the latest spooky offering from A24, Hereditary.

#165 – Upgrade (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Leigh Wannell, the inevitable uprising of the machines, and the latest Blumhouse offering, Upgrade.

#164 – Train to Busan (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss Korean filmmaking, zombies, and personal sacrifice in, Train to Busan.

#163 – Revenge (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss French extremism, the rape revenge subgenre, and the very stylish directorial debut from Coralie Fargeat, Revenge.

#162 – He Never Died (2015)

Join the crew as we discuss Henry Rollins, interview Rick Finkelstein, and review the first ever Patreon pick of the show, He Never Died.

#161 – Cronos (1993)

Join the crew as we discuss Mexican vampires, Ron Perlman, and Guillermo Del Toro’s debut feature film, Cronos.

#160 – Strangers on a Train (1951)

Join the crew as we discuss a lesser heralded film from the Master of Suspense, Alfred Hitchcock, Strangers on a Train.

#159 – You’re Next (2011)

Join the crew as we discuss Barbara Crampton, home invasion, and Adam Wingard’s modern classic, You’re Next.

#158 – Suspiria (1977)

Join the crew as we discuss dreamlike aesthetics, info dumps, and Dario Argento’s classic, Suspiria.

#157 – A Quiet Place (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss sound design, the art of the scare, and John Krasinski’s directorial debut, A Quiet Place.

#156 – The Little Shop of Horrors (1986)

Join the crew as we discuss Rick Moranis, carnivorous plants, and the 1986 horror musical, The Little Shop of Horrors.

#155 – Annihilation (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss Natalie Portman, the state of modern science fiction, and having our minds blown clean out of our skulls by, Annihilation.

#154 – The House of the Devil (2009)

Join the crew as we discuss Ti West, 80’s horror stylings, and the slow-burn horror gem, The House of the Devil.

#153 – The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss the plight of the sequel, 80's nostalgia, and the music driven sequel to a modern horror classic, The Strangers: Prey at Night.

#152 – Compliance (2012)

Join the crew as we discuss the Milgram Experiment, Pat Healey, and the 2012 thriller, Compliance.

#151 – Videodrome (1983)

Join the crew as we discuss David Cronenberg, Canadian filmmaking, and the classic body horror film, Videodrome.

#150 – Bordello of Blood (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss Chris Sarandon, Dennis Miller, and the most 90’s thing ever put on film, Tales from the Crypt’s Bordello of Blood.

#149 - Winchester (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss The Winchester Mystery House, jump-scare Nation, and the hot mess that is, Winchester.

#148 - The Cloverfield Paradox (2018)

Join the crew as we discuss J.J. Abrams, brilliant marketing, and the audacious, newest installment in the Cloverfield franchise, The Cloverfield Paradox.

#147 – Planet Terror (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss Rose McGowan, Robert Rodriguez, and the throw-back grindhouse flick, Planet Terror.

#146 - Dead Alive (1992)

Join the crew as we discuss Peter Jackson, Weta Workshop, and the 1992 campy gore fest, Dead Alive.

#145 - Hausu (1977)

Join the crew as we discuss magic cats, Scooby-Doo, and a truly insane Japanese horror film, Hausu.

#144 - Insidious: The Last Key (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss demons, twisted upbringings, and yet another spooky, spooky ghost movie, Insidious: The Last Key.

#143 – Lord of Illusions (1995)

Join the crew as we discuss magic, Clive Barker, and the cult driven private detective 90's film, Lord of Illusions.

#142 - The Shape of Water/Top 10 of 2017

Join the crew as we discuss amazing production design, fear of the unknown, and Guillermo Del Toro’s latest offering, The Shape of Water.

#141 - Better Watch Out (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss home invasion, shitty kids, and the latest Christmas horror film, Better Watch Out.

#140 - LIFE (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss Sci-Fi Horror, A-List actors, and the spooky alien movie starring Eddie Murphy, LIFE.

#139 – Silent Night Deadly Night 2 (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss overacting, a Santa slasher, and the sequel that is 50% flashback, Silent Night Deadly Night 2.

#138 - The Invitation (2015)

Join the crew as we discuss being too kind, cultish things and the worst dinner party ever captured on film, The Invitation.

#137 - The Blob (1988)

Join the crew as we discuss Thanksgiving, practical effects, and one of the best remakes to date, The Blob.

#136 - Stranger Things: Season 2 (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss Steve’s kick-assery, 80’s and 90’s references, and the return of the hit Netflix show, Stranger Things: Season 2.

Mu(sic) Monday: Old Friends by Part Time Cooks

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we get a reimagining of a post-modern Frankenstein and his monster.

#135 - Creep (2014)

Join the crew as we discuss Mark Duplass, mumblegore and the highly polarizing found footage film, Creep.

#134 - Jigsaw (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss sequel gymnastics, Tobin Bell’s dope voice, and the eighth installment in the Saw franchise, Jigsaw.

#133 - Double Feature: Ghostwatch (1992), WNUF Halloween Special (2013)

Join the crew as we discuss a lighthearted BBC special that scared the pants off Great Britain as well as a wonderfully nostalgic trip through 1980’s local programming in our first ever double feature!

#132 - Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss Stonehenge, annoying theme songs, and the incredible misnomer, Hallowen III: Season of the Witch.

Friday the 13th: Bonus Episode

Join the crew as we roundup all the spooky releases on this most ominous of days... Friday the 13th!

#131 - Ghosts (1997)

Join the crew as we discuss Stan Winston, Michael Jackson, and the epic, multi song music video, Ghosts.

#130 - Murder Party (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss Halloween parties, art school, and the glorious film that combines the two, Murder Party.

#129 - Halloween (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss Rob Zombie’s filmography, Rob Zombie’s stylistic choices, and the 2007 remake, Rob Zombie’s Halloween.

#128 - IT (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss hunkering down during Hurricane Irma and ring in the spooky season by discussing the record breaking creepy clown movie, IT.

#127 - Intruder (1989)

Join the crew as we discuss Greg Nicotero, Monster Cereal, and the Sam Raimi produced supermarket slasher, Intruder.

Mu(sic) Monday: Mono the Ghost (Part 2)

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I continue a series of music videos that conclude the story of a mysterious murder.

#126 - Death Note (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss comic book film adaptations, Adam Wingard's career, and the latest manga inspired Netflix original, Death Note.

#125 - An American Werewolf in London (1981)

Join the crew as we discuss finding totality, world leaders, and John Landis' classic, An American Werewolf in London.

Mu(sic) Monday: Tear You Apart by She Wants Revenge

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we will experience Joaquin Phoenix’s interpretation of a high school dance.

#124 - Annabelle: Creation (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss cheese milkshakes, The Conjuring Universe, and the haunted doll that just won't quit, Annabelle: Creation.

#123 - Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1989)

Join the crew as we discuss fever dreams, metal penises, and the 70 minute NIN music video that is, Tetsuo: The Iron Man.

Mu(sic) Monday: We are Water by Health

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we learn the true value of never giving up.

#122 - From Dusk Till Dawn (1996)

Join the crew as we discuss Quentin Tarantino’s foot obsession, goopy practical effects, and the bipolar Robert Rodriguez vampire flick, From Dusk Till Dawn.

Mu(sic) Monday: Bangonfullturn by Dead Sons

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we will witness a macabre gluttonous celebration.

#121 - The Fog (1980)

Join the crew as we discuss local folklore, signature cocktails, and John Carpenter’s campfire tale classic, The Fog.

Mu(sic) Monday: Breaking the Habit by Linkin Park

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we pay homage to another artist lost way too soon.

Mu(sic) Monday: Zombie by Jamie T

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we correlate the pain of a broken heart to that of being the undead.

#120 - Creepshow (1982)

Join the crew as we discuss Stephen King, roach horror stories, and the George A. Romero classic, Creepshow.

#119 - Hellraiser (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss Clive Barker’s world building, pain for pleasure, and the sloppy horror classic, Hellraiser.

#118 - Hour of the Wolf (1968)

Join the crew as we discuss surreal filmmaking, ride or dies, and Ingmar Bergman's only horror film, Hour of the Wolf. 

Mu(sic) Monday: Can't Feel My Face by The Amity Affliction

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we learn that love conquers all, even death.

#117 - The Strangers (2008)

Join the crew as we discuss South Korean culture, home invasion movies, and Bryan Bertino’s directorial debut, The Strangers.

#116 - It Comes at Night (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss expectations and their influence on how we receive movies, the pains of developing the horror genre, and the latest low budget horror offering from A24, It Comes at Night.

#115 - The Mummy (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss Tom Cruise's Thetan level, Sofia Boutella's killer pupils, and the overconfident first installment in the new "Dark Universe," The Mummy.

#114 - The Lost Boys (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss Kiefer Sutherland, a homosexual yeti, and Joel Schumacher’s classic 80’s vampire comedy, The Lost Boys.

#113 - Funny Games (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss the effects of violence in the media, home invasion films, and Michael Haneke’s shot for shot remake of his own film, Funny Games.

Mu(sic) Monday: Black Hole Sun by Soundgarden

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode we honor a music legend that left us too soon.

#112 - Alien Covenant (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss Twin Peaks, a serious Danny McBride, and the 6th film in the Alien franchise, Alien: Covenant.

#111 - Evil Dead (2013)

Join the crew as we discuss how to craft a good scare, the burden of remaking a classic movie, and Fede Alvarez’ debut feature, Evil Dead!

Mu(sic) Monday: Mono the Ghost (Part 1)

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a series of music videos that begin to tell the story of a mysterious murder.

Mu(sic) Monday: Voodoo In My Blood by Massive Attack

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that pays tribute to this week’s episode “Phantasm (1979)”.

#110 - Phantasm (1979)

Join the crew as we discuss nightmare logic, J.J. Abrams, and the first film in Don Coscarelli’s highly influential franchise, Phantasm.

#109 - The Void (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss H.P. Lovecraft, Twin Peaks, and the latest gore fest to hit VOD, The Void.

Mu(sic) Monday: Just by Radiohead

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that reveals what happens when your curiosity gets the best of you.

Mu(sic) Monday: Prime Time of Your Life by Daft Punk

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that confronts the horrors of insecurity and conformity.

#108 - Colossal (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss blending genres, mumblecore kaijus, and Nacho Vigalondo's newest film starring Anne Hathaway, Colossal.

#107 - Puppet Master (1989)

Join the crew as we discuss 19th century remedies for impotence, childhood-gateway horror movies, and the only movie with evil puppets, Nazis, and green Egyptian resurrection juice, Puppet Master.

Mu(sic) Monday: No One Believes Me by Kid Cudi

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that explores the hidden dangers lurking in suburbia.

#106 - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003)

Join the crew as we discuss the crazy reasons women were institutionalized in the 19th century, how badass R. Lee Ermey is, and the remake that gave Platinum Dunes a leg to stand on, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. 

Mu(sic) Monday: Bonfire by Childish Gambino

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that explores the consequences of telling ghost stories.

#105 - The Bad Batch (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss pregnant women with machine guns, the cannibalistic tendencies of Jason Mimoa, and the truly bizarre tale of two star crossed lovers that is, The Bad Batch.

Mu(sic) Monday: Acid Rain by Lorn

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that teaches the valuable lesson of why you should never text and drive.

#104 - The Tingler (1959)

Join the crew as we discuss Vincent Price’s kickass-ery, William Castle’s gimmicks, and the campy required viewing material that is, The Tingler.

Mu(sic) Monday: Saturnz Barz by Gorillaz

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a brand new music video that takes us on a journey through a haunted space and time.

Mu(sic) Monday: Boiler by Limp Bizkit

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that explores the scary forgotten world of Nu Metal.

#103 - The Belko Experiment (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss human nature, fear of the unknown, Fred Durst, The Puppet Master franchise, and the office place horror that is, The Belko Experiment.

#102 - The Love Witch (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss 60's trash cinema, fancy tea cakes, female stereotypes, and the technicolor fever-dream that is, The Love Witch.

Mu(sic) Monday: Low Lays the Devil by The Veils

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister.  On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that explores the ties between the Devil and seduction.

#101 - Resident Evil (2002)

Join the crew as we discuss video game movies, Milla Jovovich's country of origin, and Paul W.S. Anderson's magnum opus, Resident Evil.

Mu(sic) Monday: Gallows by CocoRosie

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that explores forbidden love during the colonial era.

#100 - Get Out (2017)

Join the crew as we celebrate our 100^th episode by having a retrospective and relive the best and worst the Straight Chilling crew has to offer! We also review Jordan Peele's directorial debut, Get Out.

#99 - A Cure for Wellness (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss gothic horror, unreliable narrators, and Gore Verbinski's ambitious film about being overly ambitious, A Cure for Wellness. 

#98 - Women in Horror (2017)

Join the crew as we celebrate Women in Horror Month by discussing female horror directors, our favorite female characters, and of course scream queens!

#97 - 30 Days of Night (2007)

Join the crew as we discuss little known fetishes, Josh Hartnett, and the movie turned book turned movie that is, 30 Days of Night.

#96 - Split (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss M. Night Shyamalan’s legacy of twist endings, dissociative identity disorder, and the latest Blumhouse production that is, Split.

#95 - The Exorcist (1973)

Join the crew as we discuss the demon Pazuzu, themes of faith and doubt, the exorcism of Roland Doe, and the indisputable 1973 classic, The Exorcist.

Bonus: YouTube Roundup

Join Randy and Bob as we plunge the depths of the internet in search of fringe horrors in our first ever bonus episode. 

#94 - Underworld: Blood Wars (2017)

Join the crew as we discuss the latest horror trailers, overt mouth breathing, and the fifth installment in the Underworld saga, Underworld: Blood Wars.

#93 - The Gate (1987)

Join the crew as we discuss children's horror, 80's stylings, and the incredibly fun creature feature that time forgot, The Gate.

Top 10 films of 2016 (Bob's take)

It's that time of year again! I present to you the best and worst 2016 had to offer!

#92 – Triangle (2009)

On this week's episode we discuss mind fucks, our top rated films of 2016, and one of the most randomly, fantastic movies you'll ever see, Triangle.

#91 - Santa's Slay (2005)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss meeting professional wrestlers, horrific holiday puns, and the only movie where Fran Drescher and Chris Kattan get murdered by Bill Goldberg playing Santa Claus, Santa’s Slay! Also, we are joined by a very special guest...

#90 - Christmas Extravaganza (2016)

Join the crew as we discuss our favorite Christmas horror movies, the dark origins of several Christmas traditions, Santa serial killers, ancient Christmas folklore and more!

#89 - Krampus (2015)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss the resurgence of practical effects, consumerism, and the classic Christmas films that influenced Michael Dougherty’s, Krampus.

#88 – Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss holiday slashers, the birth of a serial killer and the controversial Santa slasher that is, Silent Night, Deadly Night.

#87 - Zombieland (2009)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss our favorite snack cakes, zom-com’s and one of Woody Harrelson’s best performances yet in, Zombieland.

#86 - Blood Rage (1987)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss evil twins, Thanksgiving themed horror films and the only slasher ever filmed in our hometown of Jacksonville, FL… Blood Rage!

#85 – John Carpenter’s Ghosts of Mars (2001)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss nonlinear storytelling, cross genre filmmaking and one of the least discussed John Carpenter films in existence, Ghosts of Mars.

Mu(sic) Monday: I Don't Wanna Be An Asshole Anymore by The Menzingers

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister. On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that reveals the softer side of one of the most dangerous killers in horror film history.

#84 - The Witch (2015)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss hyper realism in film, whether or not goats can be trusted and Robert Eggers’ New England folktale, The Witch.

#83 - Halloween Extravaganza (2016)

We here at Straight Chilling love the Halloween season, so we decided to spend an episode celebrating it. Please join us in our ramblings and I can guarantee you a good time, some great stories and some Halloween recommendations.

First Annual Candy Bowl Draft

Join the Straight Chilling crew in our first annual Candy Bowl! Which film will be triumphant? What do the users and the critics have to say? Tune in to our Halloween Extravaganza episode and play along.

Mu(sic) Monday: Body & Soul by Two Weeks Notice

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister.  On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that combines old school cartoons with contemporary hip hop.

5 Records for October

Every October I turn to the spooky music as well as spooky films. Here are 5 must listens for me every year and I highly recommend you check them out.

Over the Garden Wall: A Music Revue

A review of Over the Garden Wall's original soundtrack, written by The Blasting Company. Inspired by Woody Guthrie, Shirley Temple, T Rex and more.

#82 - Idle Hands (1999)

Mu(sic) Monday: Coffee by Aesop Rock

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister.  On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that celebrates old school horror movie monsters and practical special effects.

#81 - Pumpkinhead (1988)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss Hurricane Matthew, the successes and pitfalls of creature features and Stan Winston’s piece of original folklore that is, Pumpkinhead.

Mu(sic) Monday: The Zombie by C.W Stoneking

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister.  On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that ties into our latest podcast episode “Over the Garden Wall (2014)”

#80 - Over the Garden Wall (2014)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss Dante's Inferno, teenage awkwardness and the modern day fable that is, Over the Garden Wall.

Mu(sic) Monday: Fantasy by DyE

Mu(sic) Monday is a segment where we will dive head first into all things sonically sinister.  On this week’s episode I highlight a music video that tells a grim story of peer pressure, sexual awakenings, and teenage shenanigans.

31 Films in 31 Days

Every year when October rolls around we like to pair a film with each of the 31 days in the month. Can you watch 31 films in 31 days? The challenge is yours should you choose to accept it! 

#79 - Cloverfield (2008)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss the flaws of the kaiju film, sexuality in Japanese culture and the only big budget, found footage film to date, Cloverfield.

Archived Episodes

Before we had proper gear, a show format or really any order at all, we recorded 62 glorious episodes! Dive deep into the Straight Chilling archives and feast your ears on the chaos!

#78 - Blair Witch (2016)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss the plight of the sequel, the effects of viral marketing, and the surprisingly polarizing film that is, Blair Witch.

#77 - 28 Days Later (2002)

On this week's episode, join us as we discuss the evolution of the zombie film, the duality of mankind and becoming that which you hate to survive.

Straight Chilling presents: A Halloween Playlist

Want to set the mood for the Halloween season? Look no further and feast your ears on this definitive Halloween playlist. 

#76 - Ginger Snaps (2000)

On this week’s episode, join the crew as we discuss womanhood, female stereotypes in film and the teenage drama featuring lycanthropy that is, Ginger Snaps.

#75 - Don't Breathe (2016)

On this week's episode, the Straight Chilling crew are joined by friends of the show Nichole and David Hamilton! We discuss character building, modern horror trends and their influences and a third act that left us feeling sticky. 

#74 - 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss the astounding acting capabilities of John Goodman, the plight of modern day sequels and aliens... necessary or not?

#73 - The Blair Witch Project (1999)

In preparation for the release of Adam Wingard's upcoming film, Blair Witch, we tackle a modern classic. On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss folk lore, marketing schemes and the reason for the found footage boom, The Blair Witch Project!

#72 - Stranger Things (2016)

On this week's episode join the crew as we discuss 80's nostalgia, Dungeons and Dragons and MK Ultra.

#71 - Deep Blue Sea (1999)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss genetically enhanced sharks, LL Cool J and the Jurassic Park knock off that is, Deep Blue Sea!

#70 - Lights Out (2016)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss mental illness, teen horror and a super spooky ghost with a nice old lady name.

#69 - Green Room (2015)

On this very special episode of Straight Chilling, we are joined by writer, actor, director, musician and producer Richard Kodai to discuss his upcoming Jacksonville Horror Showcase. We also review the new punk thriller by Jeremy Saulnier, Green Room and discuss the latest in horror news.

#68 - Fright Night (1985)

This week at Straight Chilling, join us on a very special podcast crossover episode! We are joined by Short Box host and cohost Badr and Cesar as we discuss fruit consumption, vampire lore and the 80's gem that is Fright Night! You are indeed... so cool Brewster...

#67 - The Purge: Election Year (2016)

#66 - Day of the Dead (1985)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss George A Romero's influence on the horror genre, the evolution of zombies and some of the best practical effects put to film.

#65 - Near Dark (1987)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss cowboy vampires, child actors and Bill Paxton's glorious truth telling hips.

#64 - The Conjuring 2 (2016)

On this week's episode, join the crew as we discuss Ed and Lorraine Warren, the crooked man and spooky spooky spooky ghosts!

#63 - Event Horizon (1997)

Welcome to Straight Chilling H.Q.

Hey everybody, welcome to the official Straight Chilling Podcast website! Up and running just in time for fall 2016.