Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast

In this episode, I'm joined by friend of the show Jacqueline to discuss Jacob's Ladder from 1990. Together, we explore the film's most disturbing moments, the real-world inspirations behind its story, and the lasting...

In this episode, I’m joined by friends of the show Matt and Jackie to discuss The Stand (1994). Join us as we explore the epic scope of the miniseries, analyzing how it holds up after 30 years, its themes of faith...

In this episode, I'm joined by friend of the show Logan to discuss the complexity of faith and family dynamics in Frailty . We're also discussing Old Testament themes, Bill Paxton’s career and the great state of Texas...

In this Religion in Horror episode, I’m exploring the complicated intersections of faith, reason, and devotion in the 1973 classic, The Wicker Man . I’ll also dive into the history and symbolism of May Day celebrations...

In this episode, I’m joined by friend of the show Randy to discuss the groundbreaking and confounding series, Twin Peaks. We’re chatting about why we love it, it’s impact on the media landscape, and much more. Read: But...

In 1946, a masked "Phantom Killer" murdered five people in Texarkana. The mystery and lack of resolution turned the case into local legend, and it later inspired the 1976 film, The Town That Dreaded Sundown. In this...

I’m joined by friend of the show Sunny to discuss church culture, family conflict, and secret lives in The Clovehitch Killer. We’re also chatting about Dennis Rader, the BTK killer, and why we’re drawn to true crime...

In this Women in Horror Month episode, I’m joined by first-time guest Caitlin to discuss the terror of misadventure and the fantastic ensemble female cast in The Descent. We’re also chatting about the Missing 411...

In this bonus episode, I’m joined by Bob from the Straight Chilling Podcast to discuss season one of IT: Welcome to Derry. We’re chatting about our history with the IT franchise, the evolution of Pennywise, and the...

Nightmare in the Ozarks is an annual horror film festival in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, that showcases horror, thriller, dark comedy, spooky sci-fi features, and shorts. This is my second year attending the festival and...

In this solo episode, I'm discussing Creepshow, which has become a very important part of my annual spooky season tradition. I'm discussing the stellar cast, the classic horror vibes, and the masters of horror that make...

We're kicking off Halloween season with a Disney Channel classic, Tower of Terror from 1997. In this episode, I'm joined by Justin from Straight Chilling to discuss the ride, the movie, 90s nostalgia and how we felt...

In this episode, I'm joined by first-time guest and friend of the show Hydraberg to discuss ambiguity, atmosphere, and the relentless pursuit of death in It Follows. Is this movie worth the hype? What is it really...

In this installment of the Fundamental Frights series, I’m discussing the boogeyman, cursed films and why Sinister has become one of my favorite horror movies.

In this installment of the Fundamental Frights series, I’m joined by my Mom to discuss this made for tv gem from 1981. We’re chatting about watching it with my Grandpa and why we still enjoy it decades later.