Pod of the Dead

EP106 Bring Her Back (2025) "It's just meat."

This week, we’re diving headfirst into Bring Her Back — a film that’s already being hailed as one of the most haunting, gut-punching horror stories of the last decade. Written and directed by Chris Stuckmann, this indie powerhouse blends grief, obsession, and the supernatural into something that feels both intimate and cosmic. We’ll unpack what makes Bring Her Back so devastatingly effective — from its emotionally raw performances and eerie slow-burn pacing to the way it weaponizes silence, memory, and loss. We’ll talk about Stuckmann’s journey from YouTube critic to serious filmmaker, the movie’s minimalist production that turns limitation into tension, and the deeper questions it asks about what it means to truly “bring someone back.” No cheap scares, no easy answers — just a modern horror film that cuts straight to the bone. Find us here ⁠www.podofthedeadorelse.com⁠ [http://www.podofthedeadorelse.com] ⁠linktr.ee/podofthedead⁠ [http://linktr.ee/podofthedead] Contact us at ⁠podofthedead666@gmail.com⁠ [http://podofthedead666@gmail.com] Intro music by Atomic Witch https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music [https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music]

EP105 The Houses October Built (2014) "As many haunts as we can, all across America."

This week on Pod of the Dead, we dive headfirst into the eerie world of underground haunted attractions with the 2014 found footage horror film The Houses October Built. Blending documentary-style realism with chilling fiction, the movie follows a group of friends traveling across America in search of the scariest haunted houses they can find. What starts as a fun Halloween road trip quickly spirals into something darker when they encounter the elusive “Blue Skeleton” group, a mysterious troupe promising a truly extreme haunt experience. We unpack the film’s clever use of real haunted house footage, the way it blurs the line between fact and fiction, and how it taps into the growing obsession with extreme haunts. Expect discussion on the behind-the-scenes origins, the challenges of shooting on the road, and how the movie captures both the excitement and danger of chasing the ultimate scare. So grab your flashlight, climb aboard the RV, and get ready—because some haunted houses don’t want you to just visit… they want you to stay. Find us here ⁠www.podofthedeadorelse.com⁠ [http://www.podofthedeadorelse.com] ⁠linktr.ee/podofthedead⁠ [http://linktr.ee/podofthedead] Contact us at ⁠podofthedead666@gmail.com⁠ [http://podofthedead666@gmail.com] Intro music by Atomic Witch https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music [https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music]

EP104 Event Horizon (1997) "You know nothing. Hell is only a word. The reality is much, much worse."

On this episode of Pod of the Dead, we dive into the terrifying depths of space with Paul W.S. Anderson’s 1997 sci-fi horror cult classic Event Horizon. When a rescue crew investigates a starship that vanished beyond the boundaries of known space, they uncover something far worse than they could ever imagine. Part haunted house, part cosmic nightmare, Event Horizon has become legendary for its disturbing imagery, behind-the-scenes chaos, and the lost footage that fans still demand to see. We explore its gothic horror roots, shocking production history, and lasting impact on the genre—from Hellraiser in space vibes to inspiring Dead Space and modern cosmic horror. Find us here ⁠www.podofthedeadorelse.com⁠ [http://www.podofthedeadorelse.com] ⁠linktr.ee/podofthedead⁠ [http://linktr.ee/podofthedead] Contact us at ⁠podofthedead666@gmail.com⁠ [http://podofthedead666@gmail.com] Intro music by Atomic Witch https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music [https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music]

EP103 The Lair Of The White Worm (1988) "That's enough of that, Kevin! That sort of music freaks me out."

This week on Pod of the Dead, we sink our fangs into Ken Russell’s wild and wicked 1988 cult classic The Lair of the White Worm. Loosely based on Bram Stoker’s final novel, the film slithers between gothic horror, surreal psychedelia, and campy dark comedy. We break down the bizarre tale of an archaeology student who uncovers an ancient skull tied to a local legend, a seductive snake goddess, and a string of hypnotic hallucinations that make this one of the strangest vampire-adjacent movies of the ’80s. Join us as we explore the film’s outrageous performances (including a young Hugh Grant and Peter Capaldi), the mythological roots of the White Worm legend, and Ken Russell’s trademark mix of sexuality, satire, and nightmare imagery. From giant serpents to pagan rituals and unforgettable dream sequences, this episode is a deep dive into one of horror cinema’s most eccentric cult favorites. Find us here ⁠www.podofthedeadorelse.com⁠ [http://www.podofthedeadorelse.com] ⁠linktr.ee/podofthedead⁠ [http://linktr.ee/podofthedead] Contact us at ⁠podofthedead666@gmail.com⁠ [http://podofthedead666@gmail.com] Intro music by Atomic Witch https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music [https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music]

EP102 The Ring (2002) "You take one person's tragedy and force the world to experience it... spread it like sickness." PLUS Dustin and Natasha's Creepy Corner

This week on Pod of the Dead, we’re diving into the cursed videotape that haunted an entire generation—Gore Verbinski’s The Ring (2002). A chilling remake of Hideo Nakata’s Ringu, the film follows journalist Rachel Keller (Naomi Watts) as she races against time to unravel the mystery behind a VHS tape that kills anyone seven days after they watch it. With its unforgettable imagery, suffocating atmosphere, and the nightmare fuel of Samara climbing out of the television, The Ring became one of the defining horror films of the early 2000s. We’ll dig into how the movie reshaped J-horror for Western audiences, the unnerving performances from Naomi Watts and David Dorfman, and the eerie behind-the-scenes stories that helped turn this film into a modern classic. Plus, we’re debuting a brand-new segment: Dustin and Natasha’s Creepy Corner, where they bring you spine-tingling stories, unsettling lore, and strange real-world horrors to keep the chills going even after the credits roll. Find us here ⁠www.podofthedeadorelse.com⁠ [http://www.podofthedeadorelse.com] ⁠linktr.ee/podofthedead⁠ [http://linktr.ee/podofthedead] Contact us at ⁠podofthedead666@gmail.com⁠ [http://podofthedead666@gmail.com] Intro music by Atomic Witch https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music [https://atomicwitch.bandcamp.com/music]