The Craft & Hokum Review | 90s Witchcraft vs Modern Gothic Horror

The Craft & Hokum Review | 90s Witchcraft vs Modern Gothic Horror

This week on the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we explore two very different sides of horror with reviews of Hokum and The Craft. We begin with Hokum, the eerie gothic horror film blending witchcraft, ghosts, psychological trauma, and supernatural mystery inside a haunted Irish hotel. From the disturbing presence of Jack the Jackass to the film’s dreamlike atmosphere and strange symbolism, Bruce and Tracy discuss what worked for them, what left them questioning things, and whether the online hype surrounding the film lived up to expectations. We then revisit the cult 1990s classic The Craft, discussing its memorable cast, themes of power, bullying, friendship, and revenge, and why the film still connects with horror fans nearly 30 years later. Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria for a conversation about witchcraft, haunted hotels, psychological horror, cult classics, and modern gothic storytelling. Episode 139 Subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more classic horror movie reviews, discussions, and interviews every week! The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast] Audio Podcast Available: Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/ [https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery [https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery] X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s [https://twitter.com/markusen_s] IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/ [https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/] Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com [theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com]

TJ Payne Interview | Intercepts

This week on the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we sit down with horror author TJ Payne, the writer behind Intercepts, The Venue, and In My Father’s Basement. TJ joins us to talk about leaving Hollywood screenwriting behind to pursue darker storytelling, the disturbing themes at the heart of Intercepts, and why human behavior can be more frightening than anything supernatural. We also discuss horror influences, psychological tension, self-publishing, and the growing appetite for intense horror fiction. If you enjoy psychological horror, conspiracy-driven stories, and thoughtful conversations about modern horror writing, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Plus, after the interview, Bruce shares commentary on the cancellation of the TV series Watson. Episode 138 Subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more classic horror movie reviews, discussions, and interviews every week! TJ Payne: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/TJ-Payne-horror-author-100063687020159/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/TJ-Payne-horror-author-100063687020159/] Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/T.J.-Payne/author/B07JWDZT1P?fbclid=IwY2xjawR19B1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UU9yeDNMeHI2NzA0S2J2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuuIX3yrH5D6ctgvOqa4Omfq_KVMxE7kxCJVLvL95i9jhTv0NysDTj_S_lf2_aem_EUkwPb2qMTEzWx7uqqBlAA&ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true [https://www.amazon.com/stores/T.J.-Payne/author/B07JWDZT1P?fbclid=IwY2xjawR19B1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UU9yeDNMeHI2NzA0S2J2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuuIX3yrH5D6ctgvOqa4Omfq_KVMxE7kxCJVLvL95i9jhTv0NysDTj_S_lf2_aem_EUkwPb2qMTEzWx7uqqBlAA&ref=ap_rdr&shoppingPortalEnabled=true] Penguin Random House: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/833286/intercepts-by-t-j-payne/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR19E1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UU9yeDNMeHI2NzA0S2J2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHr8swOcU8629gxWCEIvPEDEPd0Nis23euPdBmRVOggyRxcmA1f4yiayI6xAN_aem_Z4ot51TqCJLf9xUy6kfYeA [https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/833286/intercepts-by-t-j-payne/?fbclid=IwY2xjawR19E1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETF2UU9yeDNMeHI2NzA0S2J2c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHr8swOcU8629gxWCEIvPEDEPd0Nis23euPdBmRVOggyRxcmA1f4yiayI6xAN_aem_Z4ot51TqCJLf9xUy6kfYeA]   IG: https://www.instagram.com/tj.payne.author [https://www.instagram.com/tj.payne.author] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tj.payne.author [https://www.tiktok.com/@tj.payne.author] The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast] Audio Podcast Available: Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/ [https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery [https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery] X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s [https://twitter.com/markusen_s] IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/ [https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/] Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com [theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com]

Dr. Gangrene | Larry Underwood Interview

This week, we’re joined by horror host legend Larry Underwood, the man behind Dr. Gangrene. We talk about his new book Masters of Terrormonies, and the history of TV horror hosts in Nashville, from Dr. Lucifur in the 1950s to the late-night tradition shaped by the Shock Theater era. Larry also shares how Dr. Gangrene came to life and what it takes to keep classic horror hosting alive today. If you enjoy classic horror, late-night creature features, and horror history, this episode is for you. Stick around for our Monster Mailbag at the end of the episode. Episode 137 Subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more classic horror movie reviews, discussions, and interviews every week! Larry Underwood: Website: https://drgangrene.com/ [https://drgangrene.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGangrene/ [https://www.facebook.com/DrGangrene/] X: https://x.com/drgangrene [https://x.com/drgangrene] IG: https://www.instagram.com/drgangrene/ [https://www.instagram.com/drgangrene/] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drgangrene [https://www.youtube.com/@drgangrene] The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast] Audio Podcast Available: Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/ [https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery [https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery] X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s [https://twitter.com/markusen_s] IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/ [https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/] Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com [theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com]

Jack Pierce: Hollywood’s Makeup Master | Christopher Lock Interview

The man behind Frankenstein’s Monster, The Wolf Man, and The Mummy. Why isn’t Jack Pierce a household name? In this episode of the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, author Christopher Lock joins us to explore Jack Pierce: Hollywood’s Makeup Master and the story behind some of horror’s most iconic creations. From his early life to his groundbreaking work at Universal, we look at how these legendary monsters were brought to life. We also discuss Pierce’s collaborations with Boris Karloff, the challenges he faced in Hollywood, and why his legacy still matters today. If you love classic horror, film history, and the stories behind the monsters, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Episode 136 Subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more classic horror movie reviews, discussions, and interviews every week! Christopher Lock: Books Available On Amazon: https://us.amazon.com/stores/Christopher-Lock/author/B089YW2T9S?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=91108175-27ae-4bfd-af05-b8ed7e0497b8# [https://us.amazon.com/stores/Christopher-Lock/author/B089YW2T9S?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=91108175-27ae-4bfd-af05-b8ed7e0497b8] The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast] Audio Podcast Available: Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/ [https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393]   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery [https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery] X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s [https://twitter.com/markusen_s] IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/ [https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/] Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com [theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com]

UFOs, Bigfoot, and Real Evidence | Miguel Sancho Interview | Evidence of the Extraordinary

This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we are joined by Emmy Award-winning producer Miguel Sancho, executive producer of The Proof Is Out There and author of Evidence of the Extraordinary. We explore some of the world’s most fascinating mysteries, from UFO encounters like the Tic Tac sighting to Bigfoot, cryptids, and paranormal activity. Miguel talks about what stands out as believable, what still feels up in the air, and how journalism and evidence help separate fact from speculation in stories like these. We also talk about how new technology is shaping these investigations, the impact of viral content on what people believe, and why the unknown continues to capture our attention. Tune in and let us know what you think. Are we alone, or is there more out there? Episode 135 Subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more classic horror movie reviews, discussions, and interviews every week! Miguel Sancho: Book Available May 5, 2026: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Evidence-of-the-Extraordinary/Miguel-Sancho/9781668085455 [https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Evidence-of-the-Extraordinary/Miguel-Sancho/9781668085455] The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast [https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast] Audio Podcast Available: Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/ [https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ghostly-gallery-podcast/id1824273985] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393 [https://open.spotify.com/show/5PWrc4PJ6NUt2BZtcVFSy9?si=6481b6be011c4393] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery [https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery] X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s [https://twitter.com/markusen_s] IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/ [https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/] Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com [theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com]