Best Alec Lawless Podcasts (2025)

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471 - Hellraiser 10: Judgement (2018) Guest: Joe Testa 52:45

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Well we finally did it, we finished the Hellraiser franchise. Today we breakdown Hellraiser: Judgment , the tenth entry in the iconic horror franchise. We discuss the film's grimy aesthetic, new take on the Cenobites, and the 2nd controversial recasting of Pinhead. Is this a worthy continuation or a missed opportunity? We also rank all of the Hellr…

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470 - Hellraiser 9: Revelations (2011) Guest: Joe Testa 40:39

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So close to the end, yet so far away from the good Hellraiser films. Today we diving into Hellraiser: Revelations the notorious ninth entry in the Hellraiser franchise. Rushed into production and missing Doug Bradley as Pinhead, this installment is often cited as the series' low point. We unpack the troubled backstory, the budget constraints, and w…

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469 - Hellraiser 8: Hell World (2005) Guest: Joe Testa 41:49

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Moving right along with Hell-o-ween, today, we log into Hellraiser: Hellworld (2005), the franchise’s meta dive into online horror and gamer culture. When a group of friends attend a mysterious Hellraiser-themed party, the line between virtual thrills and real terror disappears. Is this a fresh spin on the mythos or a game best left unplayed? Press…

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468 - Halloweentown (1998) Guest: Kelly Gibson 36:21

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Our first Disney Channel original movie! Today we are revisiting the 1998 Disney Channel classic Halloweentown! Join us as we unpack the 90's kid nostalgic over load, explore its deep subtextual themes and question if Kalibar is the true villian of this film. Grab your gosh darn broomstick y'all, it’s time to head back to where every day is freakin…

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467 - Hellraiser 7: Deader (2005) Guest: Joe Testa 33:39

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As we continue to stumble through Hell-o-ween,today we examine Hellraiser: Deader (2005), a grim dive into cults, addiction, and the blurred line between life and death. As a jaded journalist investigates a mysterious underground group, she’s drawn into a world where pain, resurrection, and the Lament Configuration collide. Does this entry breathe …

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466 - Hellraiser 6: Hellseeker (2002) Guest: Joe Testa 28:15

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As we continue Hell-o-ween, today we are unraveling Hellraiser: Hellseeker (2002), where the return of Kirsty Cotton takes a dark and unexpected turn. We explore themes of memory, guilt, and illusion as a grieving husband’s reality fractures around him. Is this a clever psychological puzzle or a lost soul in the franchise? Open the box and join us …

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465 - Hellraiser 5: Inferno (2000) Guest: Joe Testa 29:37

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Day 4 of Hell-o-Ween, we are journeying into the psychological horror of Hellraiser: Inferno (2000), a noir-inspired departure from the series' formula. We unpack the descent of a corrupt detective haunted by guilt, illusions, and the ever-watchful Pinhead. Is this a hidden gem or just another puzzle piece gone wrong? Step inside the maze and decid…

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464 - Hellraiser 4: Bloodline (1996) Guest: Joe Testa 27:06

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Day 3 of Wheel of Horror Hell-o-ween and today we are dissect Hellraiser IV: Bloodline (1996), the ambitious installment that spans centuries, from 18th-century France to a space station in the future. We dive into the Lemarchand legacy, Pinhead’s evolving philosophy, and the film’s troubled production. Is this time-hopping tale a bold experiment o…

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463 - Hellraiser 3: Hell on Earth (1992) Guest: Joe Testa 39:48

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Continuing Hell-o-ween, today we are exploring Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth (1992), where Pinhead breaks free and brings chaos to the mortal world. We discuss the shift from psychological horror to action-heavy spectacle, the film’s take on war, identity, and temptation, and whether this sequel still holds the soul of Clive Barker’s original visio…

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462 - Hellraiser 2: HellBound (1988) Guest: Joe Testa 52:30

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Full Video episode on Youtube, link below! Welcome to Wheel of Horror Hell-o-ween, Alec & Joe Testa are going to discuss Hellraiser 2-10 from now until Halloween. Starting today we are diving into Hellbound: Hellraiser II (1988), the chilling sequel that expands Clive Barker's nightmarish universe. We explore the film’s deeper mythology, the evolut…

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461 - Interview With David A Weiner 44:39

10d ago44:39

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Today we have the honor of talking with David A. Weiner, the director, writer, & producer of the definitive 80's & 90's horror documentaries "In Search of Darkness". We talk about his process of getting a project of this scale in order, the incredible amounts of interviews with casts, crew, & fans, the variety of horror movies he covers in his film…

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460- Blair Witch (2016) 32:32

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Happy Spooky Season! Today we are finally venturing back into the Black Hills Forest with Blair Witch (2016), the modern sequel to the 1999 horror classic that haunted the dreams of many 90's kids. We unpack the film’s updated found-footage style, explore its connections to the original, and debate whether the scares still hold up. Is this a worthy…

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Murder by mushroom 38:39

10d ago38:39

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A family lunch turned deadly. Three people died after eating a homemade beef Wellington laced with one of the world’s most toxic mushrooms. ABC’s Rachael Brown joins Crime Story to unpack a case that shocked Australia. See a Crime Story episode taping LIVE! Tickets here. We value your input! Complete our short listener survey here.…

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459 - Final Destination: Bloodline (2025) Guest: Ryan Baldassario 45:40

18d ago45:40

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In this episode, we dive into Final Destination: Bloodlines, the chilling new chapter in the iconic horror franchise. We break down the twisted and wild plot, explore how it ties into the series' deadly legacy, and discuss whether the fresh cast and twisted death sequences live up to the originals. Is fate still unavoidable? Tune in as we dissect e…

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458 - Dracula Dead and Loving it (1995) Guest: Steve Rogers 32:05

25d ago32:05

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New Wheel time!!!! Today we sink our teeth into Dracula: Dead and Loving It, the Mel Brooks spoof that proves even vampires aren't safe from dad jokes. Expect blood, stakes, and more slapstick than you can handle. Is it a cult classic or just undead on arrival? Tune in, and someone pelase bring some freakin' garlic. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.…

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Will the real William Woods please stand up? 42:35

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A homeless man insisted his identity had been stolen. Another man, miles away, claimed he was the real William Woods — and had the documents to back it up. What followed is a story about more than fraud. It’s about how we decide who to believe, and what happens when society refuses to see the vulnerable as victims. Writer Charlie McCann joins Crime…

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457 - 5 Year Anniversary Episode 10:45

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It's our 5 year anniversary!!!! Join hosts Alec Lawless and Erik Mazurick as they crack open the crypt and celebrate Wheel of Horror’s 5th anniversary! In this special episode, we’re spinning back through the blood-soaked archives — revisiting our favorite films, wildest episodes, and discussing the future of the podcast. Whether you’ve been with u…

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456 - The Exorcist 3 (1990) 31:55

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This week, we dive headfirst into The Exorcist III, the sequel nobody asked for but somehow is actually good? Join us as we talk demon grandmas, notorious hallway jump scares, and George C. Scott losing his mind. Is it horror? Is it noir? Is it an exorcism movie? Tune in for crab-walking corpses, existential dread, and one hell of a hospital shift.…

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455 - IT (1990) Guest: Dom Berger 53:47

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Today Alec, Erik, and Returning guest Dom Berger dive clown-first into the original IT mini-series from 1990, where Tim Curry’s Pennywise out-acts everyone, the child trauma is deep, and Bill's ponytail steals the show. Float with us through haunted storm drains, psychic turtle lore, and a group of friends who defeat evil with the power of friendsh…

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The murder of a dirtbag climber: Who was Jesse James? 34:41

1M ago34:41

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In the early summer of 2017, police in Squamish, British Columbia discovered the body of a man in a burned out vehicle. It took little time for the police to declare his death a homicide. What took more time was identifying who the man was. Originally, authorities thought his name was Jesse James, but they discovered he had other identities: Andrew…

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454 - Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes (1989) Guest: Mike Valente 38:09

2M ago38:09

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Full video episode on YouTube - Link Below How have we never covered this!!! This week, we plug into Amityville 4: The Evil Escapes—a made-for-TV horror masterpiece where the murderous spirit of 112 Ocean Avenue gets trapped in a haunted... lamp. Yes, a freaking lamp. Join us as we flip the switch on demonically possessed home décor, clueless pries…

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453 - Lost Boys 2: The Tribe (2008) Guest: Kelly Gibson 38:36

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Full video episode on youTube - link below: This week, we dive fang-first into Lost Boys 2: The Tribe—the sequel nobody asked for and Corey Feldman bravely endured. Join us as we unpack vampire surfers, plot holes you could drive a dirt bike through, and why moving into your Aunt’s house apparently comes with a town full bloodsucking surfer bros. I…

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COVID-19 conspiracies turned this church into a deadly cult 29:39

2M ago29:39

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Kevin Smith seemed like your typical pastor. He was a respected member of his community in Montego Bay, preaching the Bible to hundreds of congregants each week. But he also preached conspiracy theories from his social media account. On October 17, 2021, Smith sent a message on Facebook instructing his followers to get to the church. He told them “…

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452 - The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) Guest: Andy Danish 38:08

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Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below Oh boy! Today we are joined by longtime guest of the show Andy danish to help us dive into The Slumber Party Massacre, a cult classic that blends slasher thrills with sly feminist subtext. Is it a straightforward gorefest or a clever satire in disguise? Join us as we unpack the film's drill wield antagoist…

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451 - The Craft (1996) Guest: Bonnie Marie Williams 46:37

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Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below Today we a joined again by Bonnie Marie Williams as we conjure up the chilling 90s horror gem The Craft. Join us as we unpack its supernatural scares, the descent into madness, and how it blends high school drama with true occult horror. From summoning Manon to the scenes that still haunt us, we explore wh…

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450 - Final Destination (2000) Guest: Ryan Baldassario 55:46

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Full Video episode on Youtube - Link Below. Today we are finally starting the Final Destination franchise. Joining us is long time guest and Jeeper Creepers Expert Ryan Baldassario, JCPHD. We are starting where it all began, with Final Destination (2000), the horror-thriller that turned premonitions into paranoia. We explore the film’s unique take …

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449 - Rec (2007) 26:34

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Full video Episode on YouTube - Link Below We finally watched [REC]! Join usas we follow a reporter, her cameraman Pablo, and a whole lot of very bad luck, into the creepiest apartment building in Spain. There’s tonsilitis, dogs with rabies, zombies(?), and enough night vision to make you swear off attics forever. Enjoy! YouTube: https://www.youtub…

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448 - I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) Guest: Joe Testa 45:25

3M ago45:25

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Full Video episode on YouTube - Link Below! Join Alec and returning guest Joe Testa as we dissect the new I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025) — a modern Requel of the classic 90's slasher. We break down the legacy sequels fresh twists, updated characters, and whether it lives up to the legacy of the original. Is the Fisherman still scary in 2025…

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447 - Wolf Man (2025) Guest: Matt Banever 43:19

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Who's ready to Bark at the moon??? Man we miss Ozzy. Anyways, join Alec, Erik, and returning guest Matt Banever as we sink our teeth into Wolfman (2025) — the latest reboot nobody asked for but everyone was kind of curious about. Join us as we unpack generational family drama, debate if this a werewolf or a wolf face, and why the Wolfman now appare…

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446 - Basket 3: The Progeny (1991) Guest: Corinne DeCost 54:35

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Today we are joined again by Corinne DeCost to finish out the Basket Case series and to promote some of her upcoming horror film projects. Join us as we talk Basket Case 3, the heartwarming tale of family, freaks, and fetal freak-outs. We unpack a road trip full of mutant mayhem, a basket full of baby drama, and one very overworked granny. It's fam…

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445 - Saw 2 (2005) Guest: Jeff Stote 50:50

4M ago50:50

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Today we are talking Saw II (2005), the chilling sequel that raised the stakes of Jigsaw’s twisted game. And joined by lifelong friend, first time guest Jeff Stote. Together, We break down the film’s intricate plot, dissect the psychological and moral dilemmas faced by the characters, and explore how director Darren Lynn Bousman built on James Wan’…

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444 - Jaws The Revenge (1987) 49:16

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We watched Jaws: The Revenge (1987) so you don’t have to—and now we need therapy. In this fourth (!) installment, a psychic shark follows the Brody family from Amity Island to the Bahamas for... revenge? Why? How? No one knows, including the writers. Join us as we tackle flying sharks, vengeful fish logic, and Michael Caine’s paycheck performance. …

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443 - Jaws 3D (1983) 33:58

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Full Video Episode available on YouTube. This week, we’re diving headfirst into Jaws 3-D (1983)—the sequel nobody asked for, now with more fake looking fins, glass-breaking, and questionable 3D effects. Join us as we unpack Dennis Quaid’s fight against a giant shark in a theme park, discuss why the ocean’s deadliest predator suddenly cares about co…

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The weight of a life sentence 38:04

4M ago38:04

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Maria Hinojosa first met David Luis “Suave” Gonzalez when he was serving life without parole — sentenced as a juvenile. What began as a chance visit inside a Pennsylvania prison grew into a decades-long story of friendship, justice and redemption. Suave’s journey out of prison exposes the harsh realities of juvenile sentencing, the complexities of …

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442 - The Substance (2024) 52:02

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Full Video episode available on YouTube! Today we are talking The Substance—a bold and provocative body horror film that explores themes of identity, desire, and transformation. We're talking about the masterful performances, unsettling imagery, feminist undercurrents, and how it redefines the genre. Spoilers ahead as we dissect every grotesque twi…

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Ian Urbina reports on the most lawless place on Earth: Our oceans 46:09

4M ago46:09

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Not every journalist is willing to explore the darkest corners of humanity. It’s hard. It’s haunting. And not everyone can stomach what they would discover But Ian Urbina has made a career out of going there. In his podcast, The Outlaw Ocean, Ian explores the most lawless place on earth – the vast unpoliceable ocean. He’s back with season two where…

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441 - Brainscan (1994) Guest: Joe Testa 58:28

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Video episode available on YouTube! Who's ready to get their Brain, Scanned??? Today we are talking the 1994 classic, Branscan, a cerebral thriller that blurs the lines between memory and manipulation. We explore the film’s haunting atmosphere, its innovative use of technology, and the standout performance that anchors it all. Join us as we discuss…

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Movie set tragedy: Alec Baldwin, Halyna Hutchins, and Rust 38:15

5M ago38:15

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On October 21st, 2021, actor Alec Baldwin was rehearsing a scene for his new Western film, Rust, when tragedy struck. The gun he was holding wasn’t supposed to have live ammunition. Both the director, Joel Souza, and the director of photography, Halyna Hutchins, were shot. Halyna, a 42-year-old mother and filmmaker, died. Right from the start, the …

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440 - Terrifier 3 (2024) Guest: Andy Danish 50:05

5M ago50:05

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Yikes! Today we are finally getting around to talking Terrifier 3, the chilling new installment in the ultra violent cult horror franchise. We break down Art the Clown’s latest reign of terror, explore the film’s brutal kills, holiday horror twist, and what it means for the future of indie slashers. Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podc…

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The social media influencer who controlled her follower's lives 29:12

5M ago29:12

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At first, Kat Torres seemed like your average social media influencer. She was a young, Brazilian model photographed with Hollywood elites. She spoke about her life, relationships, and meditation, spouting advice from self-help books. But then, her content began to shift. She told her followers she had supernatural abilities that could change their…

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439 - Scary Movie (2000) Guest: Andrew Dimauro 38:10

5M ago38:10

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Finally we are talking Scary Movie, the classic 2000 horror spoof that skewers everything from Scream to The Sixth Sense. We break down its slapstick humor, cultural references, and why it became a cult comedy classic. Does it still hold up? Tune in for laughs, nostalgia, and a look at what made this one of the greatest parody films of all time. Ap…

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Leo Schofield spent decades in prison. Then another man confessed. 39:33

5M ago39:33

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In 1987, Leo Schofield was convicted of murdering his wife, Michelle. Decades later, a different man confessed to the crime. Jeremy Scott’s DNA was found in the car Michelle was driving the night she was murdered. And yet, the state of Florida doesn’t believe either of them. Not only did Leo lose Michelle but he spent 36 years in prison for her mur…

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438 - Bats (1999) 35:32

5M ago35:32

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Today we are sinking our teeth into Bats (1999), the creature feature where genetically modified bats terrorize a small Texas town while Lou Diamond Phillips tries to stop them. We talk 90s eco-horror tropes, unintentional comedy, government conspiracies, and why bats probably deserves better. Is it so-bad-it’s-good or just... bats? Tune in and dec…

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Amanda Knox on what it took to reclaim her freedom 1:10:28

5M ago1:10:28

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In 2009, Amanda Knox was wrongly convicted of the murder of her roommate, Meredith Kercher. She should have been a footnote in a tragic story. But despite zero physical evidence linking her to the crime, she spent four years in prison. Amanda was vilified by the press and made infamous as ‘Foxy Knoxy’ in the tabloids. After eight years on trial, sh…

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437 - The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976) 46:40

5M ago46:40

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VIDEO EPISODE AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBE Today we explore The Town That Dreaded Sundown (1976), a chilling blend of true crime and horror. Based on the real-life Texarkana Moonlight Murders of 1946, the film walks a fine line between dramatization and documentary. We break down its unique narrative style, historical context, and lasting impact on the sla…

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Hells Angels Hitman: The story of Canada's deadliest assassin 29:35

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In 1977, the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club opened up a chapter in Montreal. One of its founding members was a man named Yves “Apache” Trudeau. Although he was quiet and diminutive, Trudeau had a knack for violence. And, before long, he had developed a reputation as a ruthless assassin. By the time his criminal career ended, he had murdered no fewer …

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436 - Host (2020) Guest: Mike Molino 40:30

6M ago40:30

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Today we are talking Host (2020), a groundbreaking horror film shot entirely on Zoom during the COVID-19 lockdown. What begins as a harmless activity quickly spirals into terror as a demonic presence invades their homes. We explore the film's innovative use of screenlife storytelling, its timely commentary on isolation, and how it became a standout…

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Keith Morrison on 30 years of true crime 29:02

6M ago29:02

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When we started this podcast a year and a half ago, there was one name at the top of our dream guest list: Keith Morrison. For more than 30 years, Morrison has been the face – and the voice – of NBC’s Dateline, which, in some ways, is the original true crime show. In recent years, Morrison has moved into podcasting. His latest offering, Murder in t…

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435 - The Cursed (2022) Guest: Greg Lawless 43:48

6M ago43:48

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Join us as we sink our teeth into The Cursed (2021), one of the most overlooked and underrated werewolf films of all time. A chilling blend of period drama and supernatural horror. We explore the film’s haunting atmosphere, inventive take on werewolf lore, and its commentary on colonial guilt and generational trauma. Tune in as we unravel what make…

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Bonus | Agent Pale Horse 32:06

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FBI undercover agent Scott Payne’s job was to infiltrate the most dangerous gangs of our times: outlaw bikers, drug cartels and the international neo-Nazi networks hellbent on inciting a race war. He was taking down these groups from within. And Scott was good at it — people confided in him their most audacious plans for mass violence and domestic …