Best Gem Asteria Podcasts (2026)

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The Best Horror Films: 2025 Edition 1:26:38

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria welcome back horror historian and composer Kirk Hazen to count down his Top 5 Horror Films of 2025. Kirk breaks down the top horror movies of 2025, ranking the year’s most talked-about and critically discussed films, including The Monkey, 28 Years Later, Companion, Sinners, …

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Bigfoot & Mothman: A Cryptid Conversation with Ken Gerhard 58:49

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Step into the shadows with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Ken Gerhard, one of the world’s most recognized cryptozoologists and investigators of legendary creatures. Ken has spent decades tracking reports of Bigfoot, Mothman, the Loch Ness Monster, the Chupacabra, and other cryptids that refuse to fade into folklore. His work has appeared…

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Stephen Macht, Actor: Horror, Heart & A Legendary Legacy 1:19:53

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, host Bruce Markusen is joined by legendary actor Stephen Macht, whose career spans over five decades with more than 100 credits across film, television, and theater. Stephen shares stories from his journey in Hollywood, including his recent Lifetime Achievement Award from the Mystic Film Festival, his early…

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Tinsel, Terror & Tiny Monsters: Gremlins vs A Christmas Horror Story 1:16:10

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It’s that time of year when holiday cheer mixes perfectly with a little seasonal terror, and this week Bruce and Tracy are breaking down two Christmas-themed horror favorites. We kick things off with A Christmas Horror Story (2015), a wild mix of ghosts, folklore, and festive chaos woven together in one long, spooky night. Then we jump back to the …

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Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Review & Crowhaven Farm (1970) 1:09:08

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On this week’s episode, Bruce and Tracy dive into two generations of horror storytelling. We start with Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025), now streaming on Netflix, and explore its emotional heart, striking visuals, and powerhouse performances. From Jacob Elordi’s unforgettable take on the Creature to Oscar Isaac’s intense portrayal of Victo…

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Mother of Flies (2025): Toby Poser & John Adams - Folk Horror & Family Filmmaking 1:01:34

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Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria as they sit down with Toby Poser and John Adams, two members of the acclaimed Adams Family filmmaking team behind Hellbender, The Deeper You Dig, and their 2025 folk-horror breakout Mother of Flies! In this conversation, Toby and John explore the origins of the film, the folklore and ritual elements that shaped…

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Andrew Klavan on After That, The Dark — Exclusive Interview and Black Phone 2 Movie Review 1:02:57

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Bestselling author Andrew Klavan joins The Ghostly Gallery to discuss his new thriller After That, The Dark, the latest installment in the Cameron Winter Mystery Series. We explore his approach to mystery and horror, his fascination with ghost stories, and how his storytelling has evolved across novels, screenplays, and supernatural fiction. After …

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Meet Dr. Gangrene: The Legendary Nashville Horror Host Keeping Classic Horror Alive 50:40

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Join us in The Ghostly Gallery as we sit down with Larry Underwood, better known as Dr. Gangrene. Larry is an award-winning Nashville horror host and member of the Horror Host Hall of Fame. Since 1999, Larry has brought classic chills to late-night audiences through his shows Chiller Cinema, Creature Feature, and Dr. Gangrene’s Cinetarium. In this …

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The Midnight Hour (1985) | Lost 80s Horror Gem with Josh Hitchens 1:08:41

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back our friend Josh Hitchens, horror historian, actor, and playwright, for a nostalgic dive into the 1985 made-for-TV classic The Midnight Hour! Set in the eerie New England town of Pitchford Grove, this cult gem follows a group of teens who accidentally raise the dead on Halloween night, unleas…

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From Radio to the Realm of Indie Horror with Doug Decker 59:34

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This week in The Ghostly Gallery, we’re shining a light on local horror talent, both on screen and on stage. First, actor Doug Decker joins us to discuss his role in Popeye the Slayer Man, his connection to the Oneonta horror film community, and his transition from radio host to actor. We’ll also dive into his earlier work in A League of Their Own …

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The Legacy & Horror of Hitchcock with Prof. Sidney Gottlieb 1:21:55

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On this week’s episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, hosts Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria welcome acclaimed Hitchcock scholar Professor Sidney Gottlieb for a fascinating conversation about the darker side of the Master of Suspense. Together, they explore how Alfred Hitchcock blended psychological tension and pure horror, from the shocking bruta…

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Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man (1933) with Christopher Lock 1:05:21

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In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria sit down with horror historian Christopher Lock to explore his new book, The Invisible Man: The Complete History of the 1933 Horror Classic. Christopher takes us behind the scenes of James Whale’s groundbreaking film, exploring Claude Rains’ unforgettable debut, the mo…

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Creature Features: Ghosts & Spirits with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:14:50

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Welcome to Creature Features: Monster Movies! In our first episode, we’re diving into ghost-themed horror films, from the very first haunted houses on screen to modern supernatural masterpieces. We’ll cover eight iconic films that defined ghost stories in cinema: The Uninvited (1944): Hollywood’s first serious haunted house. The Haunting (1963): Ps…

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The Best Vintage Horror for Halloween: MOVIES TV Network Preview with Dr. Jeff Thompson 1:50:09

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On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery, we welcome back Dr. Jeffrey Thompson. Jeff is an author and historian. Jeff has written extensively about Dan Curtis with books including The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker, and Other Productions, House of Dan Curtis: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur, and …

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Exploring Horror Cinema: Troy Howarth Talks Bava, Argento & More 1:11:03

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re joined by author, historian, and commentator Troy Howarth. A leading expert on European horror and cult cinema, Troy has written extensively on the films of Mario Bava, Dario Argento, Werner Herzog, and John Carpenter. We take a deep dive into the legacy of Italian horror films, the genius and controv…

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The Timeless Terror of Dracula with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:02:27

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re sinking our teeth into two very different takes on the Dracula legend. First, we travel back to 1960 with Hammer’s gothic classic The Brides of Dracula. Despite Dracula never appearing on screen, this chilling tale introduces us to Baron Meinster, Van Helsing’s return (Peter Cushing at his finest), an…

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Into the Twilight Zone: Serling Fest 2025 with Mark Olshaker & Nick Parisi 1:10:58

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Step into The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we shine a spotlight on Serling Fest 2025, the annual celebration of Rod Serling’s life, career, and enduring influence. Joining Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria are two incredible guests: Mark Olshaker, author, producer, and longtime friend of Serling, and Nick Parisi, President of the Rod Serling Memorial …

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Nightmare Vault: Horror Classics of the ‘40s with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:22:52

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back horror film historian Dan Day from the Hitless Wonder Movie Blog for a chilling look at the horror films of the 1940s. From Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man to The Body Snatcher, we dive into Universal’s monsters, Bela Lugosi’s vampires, Lon Chaney Jr.’s transformations, and Boris Karloff’s u…

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From Small Town Terror to Gothic Vampires: Weapons & House of Dark Shadows Review 1:14:42

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Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, where horror, mystery, and the supernatural take center stage. In this week’s episode, Bruce and Tracy explore two films separated by 55 years but united by their ability to unsettle and haunt their audiences. First, we dive into Zach Cregger’s 2025 horror mystery Weapons, starring Julia Garner and Josh Brol…

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VHS Nightmares: Vampires & Zombies of ‘85 with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:14:30

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Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we take you on a chilling journey back to the summer of 1985, a golden era for horror fans. In this special episode, we’re joined by horror historian and composer Kirk Hazen to sink our teeth into two cult classics celebrating their 40th anniversaries: Tom Holland’s stylish vampire tale Fright Night and Ge…

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The Ghostly Gallery Roundtable: 100th Episode Spectacular 1:40:01

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We've reached 100 episodes of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, and to celebrate this milestone, we’re hosting a spine-tingling round table with two special guests who helped inspire the very creation of this show. Joining us are Edward G. Pettit, Sunstein Manager of Digital Initiatives at the Rosenbach Museum and Library, and the creator of the beloved…

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Satanic Cults & Haunted Relics: A Classic Horror Double Feature with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 59:18

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In this week’s horror podcast episode, we dive into two cult horror classics: The Devil’s Rain (1975) and The Skull (1965). First up, The Devil’s Rain takes us into a world of satanic cults, desert rituals, and a rainstorm that melts everything in sight. With Ernest Borgnine, William Shatner, Ida Lupino, Tom Skerritt, and even an early appearance b…

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Velvet Capes & Bodega Stakes: A Vampire Double Feature with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 51:59

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Sink your teeth into this fang-filled episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we explore two wildly different takes on vampire horror! First, we journey back to 1970 for a look at Count Yorga, Vampire, a moody, gothic tale of seances, hypnotic charm, and an old-school undead menace lurking in suburban Los Angeles. We talk first impressions, Rober…

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Author Frank Dello Stritto Returns to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 54:35

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome back Frank Dello Stritto to the show! Frank is an award-winning author, a two-time winner of the Rondo Award, and a member of the Monster Kid Hall of Fame Frank has written eight books, including: I Saw What I Saw When I Saw It - Growing Up in the 1950s & 1960s with Television Reruns & Old Movies A Q…

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Author: Emma MacDonald Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:00:23

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome Emma MacDonald to the show! Emma is a fantasy writer and is the author of the new book Whispers Most Foul. Listen in as Emma talks about her book, upcoming projects, and a little bit of witchcraft! Later on in the hour, Bruce tells us all about his experience at the most recent Monster Bash, and then…

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Actor: Dwier Brown Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:01:42

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome Dwier Brown to the show! Dwier is an actor best known for his portrayal of John Kinsella in the baseball-themed classic, Field of Dreams. Dwier has appeared in several horror films and TV shows, including two of the House films from the 1980s, the 1990 film The Guardian, 2002’s Red Dragon, and episod…

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Jaws Movie Talk with Kirk Hazen & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:19:15

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome back special guest Kirk Hazen to the show! Kirk is a historian of the horror genre and a musical composer. On this episode, we will be discussing two movies that are celebrating their 50th anniversaries in June 2025. One is the all-time classic, Jaws, which debuted in theaters on June 20, 1975, starr…

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Author Gary D Rhodes Returns to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:07:18

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome Gary Rhodes back to the show! Gary is an author, film producer, and director. Gary released two new books in 2025. One is titled Becoming Nosferatu: Stories Inspired by Silent German Horror, and the other is Weirdumentary: Ancient Aliens, Fallacious Prophecies, and Mysterious Monsters from 1970s Docu…

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Actor Larry Hankin Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:32:24

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome special guest Larry Hankin to the show! Larry is one of the most prolific character actors going. He has accumulated over 200 credits in film and television. His movies have included Doctor Dracula, Escape From Alcatraz, and The Star Chamber. His numerous guest spots on TV series include Friends, Sei…

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Sinners Movie Discussion with Kirk Hazen & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:03:36

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome special guest Kirk Hazen to the show! Listen in as they discuss the new 2025 film “Sinners,” starring Michael B. Jordan, and written and directed by Ryan Coogler. Follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode! Episode 91 The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com…

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Author Christopher Lock Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:01:08

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Christopher Lock to the show! Christopher is an author and historian. He has written over 30 books including The Road to Dracula: From Gothic Novel to Horror Classic; The Invisible Man: The Complete History of the 1933 Horror Classic; Frankenstein Meets Dracula; Jack Pierce: Hollywood’s Makeup Master; …

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REDRUM Double Feature with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:07:12

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for a REDRUM Feature! Listen in as Bruce and Tracy talk about Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, which debuted in May 1980, and the continuing story by Mike Flanagan, Doctor Sleep, which was released in 2019. Follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode! Episode 89 The Ghostly Gallery Podcast: YouTub…

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Karloff Legacy: Sara Karloff Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 54:40

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Sara Karloff to the show! Sara oversees Karloff Enterprises and is the daughter of the Master of Horror, the legendary Boris Karloff. Listen in as Sara talks about her father, Boris Karloff, and shares many memories with us. Later in the hour, Bruce and Tracy talk more about Boris Karloff’s legacy. Fol…

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Popeye The Slayer Man with Cuyle Carvin & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 54:55

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Cuyle Carvin, a producer, writer, and actor, to the show! Cuyle has starred in projects such as Zero Day with Robert De Niro, the critically acclaimed series Them, and NCIS Los Angeles, to name just a few! Cuyle owns the production company, Salem House Films, which has produced such films as Ouija Witc…

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Actress: Dedee Pfeiffer Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:09:23

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Dedee Pfeiffer, an amazing actress, producer, and podcaster, to the show! Dedee has starred in such films as Vamp, The Horror Show, and The Midnight Hour, and appeared on iconic TV series like Supernatural, Seinfeld, and Big Sky. Dedee shared so many great stories and memories of her career. Dedee also…

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Film Producer: Steve Haberman Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:12:26

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Steve Haberman to the show! Steve is a screenwriter, author, producer, and film historian. He has written stories and screenplays for feature films, as well as documentaries, and has provided film and DVD commentaries for numerous classics. In this episode, Steve shares many great stories from his care…

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Director Sam Irvin Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:17:42

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Sam Irvin to the show! Sam is a filmmaker, writer, producer, author, and an expert in the horror genre. Sam has been involved in over 55 film projects, including Elvira’s Haunted Hills, Gods and Monsters, Dressed to Kill, and Guilty as Charged. Sam has also been nominated for a 2025 Rondo Award for Bes…

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Historian: Gregory Mank Talks Frankenstein with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:23:42

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Gregory W. Mank back to the show! Greg is an author, acclaimed film historian, and expert in horror history. Greg has written numerous books, including: “Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff: The Expanded Story of a Haunting Collaboration”, “It's Alive! The Classic Cinema Saga of Frankenstein”, “Laird Cregar:…

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The Monkey & House of Wax Movie Talk with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:02:25

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Join Bruce and Tracy on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they discuss two interesting horror films! They first explore the new 2025 film “The Monkey”, directed by Osgood Perkins, and then take a walk through “House of Wax” which came out in 2005. Follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode! Episode 82 Check out The Ghostly Galler…

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Actresses Meghan Adara & Charlotte Marshall Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:02:41

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Meghan Adara and Charlotte Marshall to the show! Both Meghan and Charlotte are award-winning actresses from the new independent film, The Cellar. They will discuss their new movie, as well as chat about their careers and upcoming projects! If you are in the UK, there is a special one-night screening wi…

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Production Designer: William Sandell Visits with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:27:13

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome William Sandell to the show! William is an award-winning Production Designer and has worked on many notable films throughout his career. William discusses some of his projects including Blood Beach, Dead and Buried, Robocop, Hocus Pocus, and numerous other fantastic works. He also shares behind-the-sce…

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Trilogy of Terror & The Changeling Movie Review with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:05:32

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Join Bruce and Tracy on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they discuss two great horror classics! They first dive into the vintage made-for-TV movie Trilogy of Terror from March 1975. The film stars longtime horror actress Karen Black and was directed by the great Dan Curtis. Later on, they explore the supernatural with The Changeling. This film debut…

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The Substance & The Legend of Lizzie Borden Movie Discussion with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:09:01

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Get your popcorn ready and join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast with Bruce and Tracy as they discuss two films – one from 2024 and one from 1975. This episode features an in-depth look at 2024’s newest release and Academy Award nominated film The Substance with Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid. Later on, up for discussion is the 1975 TV m…

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Hammer Horror with Richard Klemensen & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:00:34

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Richard Klemensen to the show! Richard is the founder and publisher of the magazine, Little Shoppe of Horrors: The Journal of Classic British Horror Films. Listen in as Richard discusses Hammer Horror films and stories about some of the talent, and shares a few great memories with us! Check out the lin…

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Sherlock Holmes with Max Magee & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:37:55

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Max Magee to the show! Max is a scholar, historian, and a Sherlockian. This week’s show will focus on the great author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Max will break down several fantastic stories including: The Hound of the Baskervilles (1902) The Adventure of the Sussex Vampire (1924) The Adventure of the D…

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Wolf Man & The Fog Movie Review with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:07:16

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we celebrate our 75th show! In this episode, we will discuss the iconic 1980 film “The Fog” directed by John Carpenter. Later in the hour, Bruce and Tracy discuss Wolf Man, Leigh Whannell's new film starring Christopher Abbott, Julia Garner, and Matilda Firth. Please make sure to follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcas…

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The Chaney Legacy: Ron Chaney Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:04:09

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Ron Chaney to the show! Ron is not only the CEO and president of Chaney Entertainment, but he is the grandson of the legendary Lon Chaney, Jr., and the great-grandson of Lon Chaney, Sr. In this episode, Ron shares many wonderful stories about his family with us as well as providing insight into several…

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Actor Ritchie Coster Returns to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:07:39

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Ritchie Coster back to the show! Ritchie is a fantastic actor with more than 60 credits in TV and film, including movies like The Dark Knight, Rear Window, and Let Me In. He has also had a recurring role on the TV series The Walking Dead. In this episode, we will chat with Ritchie about the new CBS ser…

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Filmmaker James Chick Joins The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:03:56

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome James Chick to the show! James is a filmmaker, writer, producer, director, and actor. In this episode, James will discuss his new movie, “Feet of Death “ – a film about the legend of Bigfoot. He will also discuss his career in the film industry, which included doing visual effects on the Grimm TV serie…

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Nosferatu with Josh Hitchens & The Ghostly Gallery Podcast 1:07:12

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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Josh Hitchens back to the show! Josh is an accomplished historian, writer, theatre director, actor, and playwright. Josh is the author of several books in the Haunted America series and has performed one-man plays about subjects that include Frankenstein and Dracula.. In this episode, we will discuss t…