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Maegan, Melissa, Blair, and Marissa: spooky gals talking about spooky movies. 💀🕯️🖤

21/11/2023

WE'RE BACKKKK! In this episode, the Ghouls have come here to chew bubble gum and kick ass...and we're all out of bubble gum. Join us as they discuss John Carpenter's "They Live". This movie is filled with Alien Shades and Capitalist MasqueradesTM, and lots of deep commentary on consumerism, media control, socioeconomic inequality and soooo much more. We talk about topics like consumerism and mass media manipulation, social and economic inequality, social pacification, class divide, obedience and resistance, fear of and the pressure to obey authority figures, and resistance and empowerment.

10/11/2023

WE KNOW, WE KNOW! We said we were on a break! And we are! But Maegan totally forgot she already had this minisode scheduled. So, SURPRISE! Enjoy this minisode to prepare for our full episode on "They Live" when we return on 11/21,

When "They Live" first came out, it was not particularly well received. Critics said the writing was clunky, the music was too repetitive, the acting was too melodramatic, and most ironically, the storyline was entirely too far-fetched and improbable. My how times have changed. Or…haven’t changed.

Released in 1988, this science fiction thriller remarkably predicted several aspects of our modern world. From the control of media to the manipulation of consumerism, "They Live" presents a dystopian landscape that feels eerily relevant and serves as a powerful critique of contemporary society. Join .maegan in this minisode as she walks us through all the dystopian predictions from "They Live" that came true.

13/10/2023

When it comes to bad luck, there are few superstitions as pervasive in Western culture as that of Friday the 13th. Like crossing paths with a black cat and breaking a mirror, the notion of a day that can bring misfortune is deeply embedded in us (even if believers can’t quite explain why). Join Maegan in this minisode as she briefly walks you through the history of this day; including its surprisingly feminist roots.

09/10/2023

We’re back, baby! 💀🎃👻🦇🖤🧡

The Ghoulies had a scarily good time kicking off in one of the most delightfully haunted places in the country. Seriously, how could you NOT love NOLA?

We’ve got some frightfully fun content coming your way to keep your Halloween festivities going, including some cryptic trivia later this month at ! It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we can’t wait to spend it with YOU!

20/09/2023

Trivia! Round 2! This time the theme is.... cryptids!

Join us at on Wednesday October 25th to kick off Halloween by getting spooky, drinking beer, winning prizes, and fueling .blair 's mothman obsession!

19/09/2023

Surprise! We’re dropping TWO episodes at once today for your listening pleasure. Hereditary is said to be the scariest film since the Exorcist, and we kind of agree…which is why we needed to break this convo up into TWO parts.

Part 1 is about the themes and commentary around the writing. Part 2 focuses on the tiny details, cinematography, and sound design. There’s a lot of info packed into each hour and we hope you love it!

05/09/2023

In this episode, the Clever Ghouls discuss Annihilation. Released in 2018 and directed by Alex Garland, this movie took us on a mind-altering journey into the heart of "The Shimmer," an iridescent and expanding phenomenon that defies the laws of nature. We talk about themes like the consequences of humans on nature and nature taken back what’s theirs, the human condition, self destruction, the fear of the unknown, and because Maegan likes to be an ass and constantly trigger Blair’s thanatophobia..acceptance of Mortality and Impermanence.

In both the intro and the outro of this episode, there is an acoustic guitar cover of “What Do You Know?” by Ben Salisbury and Geoff Barrow. This was played and recorded by Maegan, and we do not own the rights to this song.

25/08/2023

FINALLY BACK ON THE MINISODE TRAIN! 🚂💨 From its humble beginnings to its widespread popularity found footage films have redefined horror storytelling, delivering a sense of realism and terror like no other.

These films have carved a unique and chilling niche in the world of cinema, captivating audiences with their raw, immersive storytelling.

Join .maegan in this minisode as she dives into the fascinating history of found footage horror; tracing its origins, evolution, and impact on the horror genre, and digging a bit deeper into inarguably one of our most successful found footage films, The Blair Witch Project.

23/08/2023

There’s nothing worse than being out in the middle of the woods with people you barely know…unless something happens to your map. On this episode of the podcast, we’re taking a closer look at , a cult classic from 1999 that really makes us wonder what’s out there in the woods of Appalachia. Join us as we discuss themes on groupthink, folklore, hysteria, isolation, and the perils of hiking out into the wilderness on your own.

08/08/2023

📣NEW EPISODE ALERT! Join the Ghoulies as .maegan takes us through our first anime horror film, Perfect Blue.

This masterpiece from 1997 follows Mima, a J Pop star transitioning into an actress, as she begins to slip away from reality after discovering a website that seems to be written from her perspective in excruciating detail. It's an incredibly disturbing and graphic film to be a short anime, so keep that in mind if you haven't seen it!

We'll talk about things like fandom culture, the evolution of the internet and its role in parasocial relationships, perception and self delusions, and what it means to be a woman in the entertainment industry.

28/07/2023

GUESS WHAT, GHOULIES? The gals are gonna be coming at you live on Wednesday August 30th at hosting some horror movie trivia!

Come have some great beer, chat, and be spooky with us! Will we see you there? ❤️

23/06/2023

The representation of artificial intelligence in horror movies encapsulates our collective fascination and fear towards this evolving technology. Through personification, existential questions, and ethical dilemmas, these films confront us with the potential consequences of creating AI that surpasses human abilities and challenges our very existence. By exploring the unknown, the uncanny, and the loss of humanity, horror movies serve as cautionary tales, reminding us to approach AI development with both caution and curiosity. As AI continues to advance in reality, these cinematic explorations provide valuable insights into the complex relationship between humanity and the machines we create.

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