Horror is getting practical again—and we’re here for it.

Join host Bruce Marvel and Josh Yoder as they dive into the resurgence of practical effects in modern horror, discussing films like Robert Eggers' Nosferatu and Coralie Fargeat's The Substance, and why they hope this signals a new era for the genre.

Josh also takes a nostalgic trip back to the video store aisles of his childhood, sharing how late-night VHS discoveries sparked a lifelong love of horror and why the 1985 cult classic Ghoulies still has a special place in his collection.

Josh Yoder is the creator behind Crimson Adder Curiosities, crafting DIY RPG products "for your deviant eyeballs."

You can find Josh here:

ITCH: https://crimsonaddergames.itch.io/

PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/CrimsonAdderCuriosities

BLUE SKY: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:irqg32ln367sfdogcavfbj7s

What do conspiracy theories, viral folklore, and The Blair Witch Project have in common? The power to make people question what’s real.

Actor, writer, and director Michael Perry Jr. joins host Bruce Marvel to talk about his new comedy mockumentary, The Conspiracists. The conversation spirals into first-time memories of seeing The Blair Witch Project, the paranoia and viral mystery that made it a cultural phenomenon, and the unforgettable horror films that stuck with them long after the credits rolled.

From found footage fear to conspiracy-fueled comedy, this episode dives into how horror, myth, and storytelling blur the line between what’s real and what we want to believe.

Learn more about the mockumentary film: https://theconspiracists.com/

Writer and educator Dan Richmond joins the host with the most, Bruce Marvel, for a deep dive into the bloodline between horror and heavy music. From shock rock pioneer Alice Cooper to the horror-punk legacy of Misfits, they explore how the macabre shaped the sound of metal.

The conversation cranks up talking about the gnarly band GWAR, plus a rundown of their favorite heavy tracks and unforgettable horror soundtracks.

If you like your riffs loud and your horror louder—this one’s for you.