My Horror History

My Horror History: Top Horror of 2025 — Risen From the Editing Crypt

It’s finally here, the episode that clawed its way out of the editing crypt. In this instalment of My Horror History, I’m counting down my five favourite horror films of 2025: the movies that thrilled me, chilled me, and refused to leave my brain long after the credits rolled. But I’m not wandering through the year’s horrors alone. I’m joined by two brilliant guests from the horror podcasting world: * Paul Waller from A Year in Horror * Sam Munster from Horror Hyperfixations Each of them brings their own top picks from 2025, making this a packed celebration of the year’s ghosts, ghouls, slashers, and surprises. Whether you’re catching up on what you missed or revisiting your favourites, settle in, we’re diving deep into the best horror that 2025 had to offer. #MyHorrorHistory#HorrorPodcast#HorrorCommunity#IndiePodcasts#PodcastRecommendations#HorrorFans#HorrorMovies#HorrorFilms#ScaryMovies#HorrorReview#HorrorDiscussion#BestHorrorMoviesOf2025#2025HorrorMovies#Horror2025#TopHorrorMovies2025#BestHorror2025#YearInHorror2025#NewHorrorReleases2025#HorrorMovieRankings#HorrorMovieRecommendations#PaulWaller#AYearInHorror#SamMunster#HorrorHyperFixations#HorrorPodcastUK#HorrorCommunityPodcast#ScariestMovies2025#HorrorRoundup#HorrorCountdown#HorrorPodcasters#HorrorContentCreator

My Horror History – Episode 10: Tia Jackson (The Alien Effect) – Shared 'Scream' Trauma and Blimey, Bruce Campbell!

In this milestone tenth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the wonderful Tia Jackson from The Alien Effect podcast. Tia takes us on a journey through a life lived in the shadows, tracing her love for the genre from the moment it first crawled out of the grave to the moment it truly got its claws into her. We dive deep into her formative years, from the gateway terrors of Goosebumps and Bone Chillers to the absolute game-changer that was Scream. Tia shares how childhood nightmares were famously fueled by Jaws, which eventually evolved into a deep appreciation for horror masterpieces like Aliens, The Menu, A Quiet Place, and Companion. Our conversation covers the full spectrum of horror—from the high-octane gore of Saw 2 to the atmospheric dread of The Blair Witch Project. We also celebrate the "fun" side of fear, discussing cult favorites like Shaun of the Dead, Tucker & Dale vs Evil, From Dusk Till Dawn, and Cabin in the Woods. Tia also opens up about the characters and icons that define her history, including Hannibal Lecter, Clarice Starling, and the legendary Kathy Bates. Plus, she tells the incredible story of meeting the "God of Horror" himself, Bruce Campbell, at Walker Stalker Con—and the bold one-liner that left Ash Williams in stitches! Whether you’re a fan of Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, or the psychological tension of Psycho, this episode is a love letter to the community. Support the show & join the community: patreon.com/cw/MyHorrorHistory [https://www.patreon.com/cw/MyHorrorHistory] (It’s free to join!) Follow the show on Socials: @myhorrorhistory.podGet in touch: myhorrorhistory.pod@gmail.comWant to share your story or come on the show? Message me anytime. #horrorpodcast #horrorcommunity #BruceCampbell #TheAlienEffect #MyHorrorHistory #Scream #Goosebumps #BoneChillers #Jaws #IT #Saw #AQuietPlace #FromDuskTillDawn #CabinInTheWoods #TheMenu #Weapons #Companion #ShaunOfTheDead #TuckerAndDaleVsEvil #BodiesBodiesBodies #BlairWitch #StrangerThings #TheWalkingDead #WalkerStalkerCon #HannibalLecter #ClariceStarling #KathyBates #Aliens #Psycho #Hysteria

My Horror History – Episode 09: Lucy Parkes – From Atmosfear Nights to Jigsaw-Level Game Mastery

In this ninth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by my brilliant friend Lucy Parkes, whose horror journey began not with a film, but with the iconic VHS board game Atmosfear — a gateway that sparked a lifelong love of spooky stories, eerie characters, and anything that blends play with pure terror. We dive into the games, books, films, and TV shows that shaped her tastes, from the unsettling worlds of Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and The Last of Us, to the chilling imagination of Dean Koontz. Lucy shares the movies that left their mark on her — from childhood frights like Dolly Dearest and Carrie, to classics such as Halloween H20, The Shining, Scream, The Blair Witch Project, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Fly, Hellraiser, Candyman, and Final Destination. We also explore the characters and performances that stuck with her: Pennywise, Sidney Prescott, Hannibal Lecter, the survivors of The Walking Dead, the iconic casts of Buffy and Stranger Things, and the unforgettable presence of Psycho, The Birds, Jaws, Alien, Child’s Play, IT, Saw, Hereditary, and the new nightmare fuel that is Longlegs. And of course, we talk about Lucy’s dream horror role — stepping into the shoes of Jigsaw from Saw — the ultimate master of games. It’s a lively, nostalgic, and wonderfully geeky conversation about how horror shapes us, why certain stories stay with us forever, and the joy of finding your people in the horror community. Follow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: myhorrorhistory.pod@gmail.com Want to share your story or come on the show? Message me anytime. #horrorpodcast #horrorpodcasts #scarypodcasts #besthorrorpodcasts #horrorcommunity #horrorfans #horrorgenre #horrorstories #horrorfilms #horrorfilmcommunity#Atmosfear #DeanKoontz #ResidentEvil #SilentHill #TheLastOfUs#DollyDearest #Carrie #HalloweenH20 #TheShining #Scream #BlairWitch #TexasChainsawMassacre #TheFly #Hellraiser #Hereditary #Candyman #FinalDestination#ScaryMovie #IT #Pennywise #WalkingDead #Buffy #StrangerThings#SidneyPrescott #Scream2 #HannibalLecter #SilenceOfTheLambs#Jaws #TheBirds #Psycho #Saw #Longlegs #AlfredHitchcock #Alien #ChildsPlay #Halloween

My Horror History – Episode 08: Sam Munster – From Childhood Frights to Hatchet, Hill House & Beyond

In this eighth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant, warm, and wonderfully horror‑obsessed Sam Munster from the Horror Hyperfixation podcast! Sam’s journey into the genre began in the most nostalgic way possible — with the Goosebumps books that first sparked her imagination — and has grown into a deep love for everything from creature features to slashers to modern gothic storytelling. We trace her horror roots from childhood frights to the films and characters that shaped her tastes today, including the chaotic fun of Hatchet, the emotional power of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, and the iconic presence of Pinhead and the Hellraiser universe. Sam also shares the movies that unsettled her, surprised her, or left a lasting mark — from Martyrs to Possum, Scream 5, Insidious, and beyond. It’s a lively, thoughtful, and often hilarious conversation about how horror becomes part of who we are, why certain stories stay with us, and the joy of finding “your people” in the horror community. Recommended listens: Horror Hyperfixation PodcastSam Munster on social media: @sma.munsterFollow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: myhorrorhistory.pod@gmail.com Want to share your story? Message me on Instagram or email anytime! #horrorpodcast #horrorpodcasts #scarypodcasts #besthorrorpodcasts #horrorfans #horrorcommunity #horrorgenre #horrorstories #horrorfilmdiscussion #psychologicalhorror #slasherfilms #foundfootagefilms #Goosebumps #Hatchet #VictorCrowley #DelToro #Frankenstein #Pinhead #Hellraiser #WeaponsInHorror #Insidious #Scream5 #Martyrs #Possum #ShaunoftheDead #TheHauntingOfHillHouse #TheHauntingOfBlyManor #MidnightMass #WelcomeToDerry #ToxicAvenger #Nosferatu #TrickOrTreat #BeauIsAfraid #BrainDamage #SilenceOfTheLambs #HouseOf1000Corpses #Jaws #DoorAndTheKangaroo #Moomins #StephensJokeShop #ToniCollette

My Horror History – Episode 07 Julie Neal – Sisters Who Scream Together

This month on My Horror History, I’m joined by the original Daughter of Darkness — my sister, Julie Neal. Together, we explore her journey through horror, from the first frights that stuck with her to the scares that still get under her skin today. Expect nostalgia, family stories, and plenty of spooky fun. A quick note: this episode is a little later than usual because I’ve been busy settling in our new puppy, Ori — but we’re back, and we’ve got chills to share. Don’t forget you can follow the podcast on social media at @myhorrorhistory.pod, get in touch at myhorrorhistory.pod@gmail.com, and join the brand‑new My Horror History Patreon, which is completely free and now includes reviews, articles, and extra horror content. Thanks for listening — and stay spooky. #MyHorrorHistory #HorrorPodcast #JulieNeal #HorrorStories #HorrorCommunity #SpookyPodcasts #IndiePodcasters #HorrorFans #NewEpisode #TheExorcist #Chained #RobZombiesHalloween #Hellhole #Threads1984 #SalemsLot #AliceSweetAlice