Bloodlines: The Evolution, Psychology, and Legacy of Gore in Horror Cinema
Back in August, Bloody Disgusting moderated the panel BLOODLINES: The Evolution, Psychology, and Legacy of Gore in Horror Cinema at Midsummer Scream 2026 in Long Beach, CA. Presented by Storm King Comics, the panel covered the latex-heavy ’80s to the slick effects of the 2000s to the raw brutality of Terrifier, pulling the thread on how gore isn’t just for shock but a tool of expression, rebellion, and empathy. Guests included Greg Nicotero, executive producer of The Walking Dead franchise; Nick Castle, film director; and Sandy King Carpenter, founder of Storm King Comics. Shelby Novak of Scare You to Sleep and Michael Roffman, Executive Director of Business Development at Bloody Disgusting moderated the panel, which was recorded and being presented to you today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Spooktacular! - David Bertolino on How Spooky World Evolved the Horror Industry
Often described as Walt Disney meets Stephen King, David Bertolino transformed the Horror industry in the '90s with Spooky World. The Berlin, Massachusetts theme park was the Halloween Horror Nights before Halloween Horror Nights, a national sensation that turned Halloween into a tourist destination for ghouls of all ages. His incredible story is the subject of Spooktacular!, a killer new documentary streaming on Amazon and Shudder via Quiver Distribution. Recently, David joined the show to talk with executive producer Michael Roffman, and you can hear their spirited chat now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Gremlins (1984)
We're 25 days away from Christmas. What do you want Santa to bring you? How about a mogwai? Are you responsible enough for that? Well, the Halloweenies think they are, which is why they're spending the holidays in Kingston Falls. Join Justin, Caffrey, and Rachel as they dust off Joe Dante's 1984 Christmas classic Gremlins over some cold brewskies at Dorry's Tavern. Note: This episode was recorded in December 2024 and is being unlocked for the season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (Patreon Clip)
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Halloweenies dissecting Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Want to hear the full thing? Head on over to www.patreon.com/halloweeniespod and become a Skeleton Patron for more exclusive bonus content!
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Thanksgiving (2023)
The Halloweenies head to Plymouth, Massachusetts to gather around the table and enjoy the murder and mayhem within Eli Roth's Thanksgiving. Note: This episode was recorded in November 2024 and is being unlocked for the holiday. Enjoy!
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Halloweenies® is a weekly horror franchise podcast. Each season, co-hosts Justin Gerber, Dan Caffrey, McKenzie Gerber, Rachel Reeves, and Michael Roffman slice and dice through an iconic series -- one movie at a time. In the past, they've covered Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Friday the 13th, Scream, The Evil Dead, Chucky, and Alien. This year? The Universal Monsters! Produced by Michael Roffman. Edited by Eric Bunnell. Music by McKenzie Gerber, The Most/Charlie Laurence, and Billy Yost/The Kickback.
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