Blood, Sweat & Fears

Edinburgh comedian Sam Lake joins us to break down Clive Barker's Hellraiser! Everything from Pinhead to its bloody gothic love story and what our version of a Cenobite would be, it's all here! Check us out at the GICF: Dean's show: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... Kyle and Alan's show: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... Sam's show: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com...

In this week’s thrilling episode of Blood Sweat and Fears, we're diving into David Cronenberg's horror classic The Fly with the brilliant Manchester comic Charlie Ashton! 🦠 Prepare for an unforgettable conversation as we explore the visceral, spine-tingling details of Cronenberg's masterpiece and how The Fly makes us question the limits of humanity, the horror of transformation, and what it truly means to lose oneself. Join us as Charlie brings his unique blend of humor and insight to one of the most disturbing and fascinating films in horror history. #thefly #horrormoviepodcast #explained #jeffgoldblum #80s

In this episode of Blood, Sweat & Fears, Dean, Kyle, and Alan welcome back stand-up comedian Pierce Higgins to dissect Todd Phillips’ 2019 Joker in time for the highly anticipated sequel’s release. Does Joker accurately portray the world of stand-up comedy? How does it compare to other portrayals of the iconic villain across film history? Join us as we dive deep into Arthur Fleck’s descent into madness, its impact on the stand-up scene, and how this film ranks among other portrayals of the Joker, from Romero to Ledger to Leto. We’ll discuss everything from the film’s gritty realism to its dark, uncomfortable humor and what makes the Joker one of the most complex villains in cinema. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more insights into the world of stand-up, film, and everything in between! #Joker #StandUpComedy #BloodSweatAndFears #ToddPhillips #JoaquinPhoenix #PierceHiggins #jokerfolieàdeux #FilmAnalysis #ComedyMovies #RankingTheJokers

Join your hosts Dean, Alan, and Kyle as they discuss the bizarre world of Phantasm, including its eerie silver spheres, Tall Man’s creepy vibe, and mind-bending plot twists. But it doesn’t stop there—we also veer wildly into conversations about Lovecraftian horror, Dean’s questionable cartwheel skills, and how WWE could definitely use some interdimensional threats! 💀💪 Subscribe for more horror, laughs, and occasional wrestling moves! #Phantasm #BillyKirkwood #Lovecraftian #WWE #BloodSweatAndFears #ScottishComedy #HorrorMovies

This week, we’re joined by Liverpool comedian Mike Carter to chat about the horror classic Child’s Play! We debate whether any of us could actually take on Chucky (probably not), reminisce about our favorite childhood toys, and somehow end up in a hilarious discussion about cranberry juice. #podcast #chucky #horrorstories #funny SOCIALS: Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Mike: @thatmikecarter Pod: @bloodsweatandfearspod

In this thrilling episode of Blood, Sweat and Fears, the boys welcome the hilarious Amanda Dwyer into the studio to dive deep into the 2017 film adaptation of Stephen King's IT! Join us as we unravel our biggest fears and how they stack up against Pennywise the Clown! #BloodSweatAndFears #StephenKing #IT2017 #Pennywise #BillSkarsgard #TimCurry #HorrorMovies SOCIAL MEDIA: Pod: @BloodSweatandFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Amanda: @amandadwyerlol Check out Amanda's show at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/amanda-dwyer-what-you-thinking-about Check out us at The Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/scream-queens-ft-kyle-samuel-alan-jay-and-dean-t-beirne Check out Material Girl, Amanda's podcast with Susan Riddell: https://www.youtube.com/@UC879QfkCoPFZFOqY2-6rsFw  

Welcome to another episode of Blood, Sweat and Fears! This week, we're thrilled to have Gregor Mackay, the frontman of Weegie Hink Ae That, join the boys to delve into the terrifying world of the 2006 video game horror film Stay Alive! 😱👾 In this episode, we explore: 🕹️ Favourite Video Games: From classics to modern masterpieces, we share our top picks and why we love them. 🌍 Best Video Game Worlds to Get Trapped In: If you had to be stuck in a video game, which one would it be? We debate the pros and cons of various virtual worlds. 👻 Frankie Muniz's Horror Debut: We dissect his role in Stay Alive and how it stacks up in the horror genre. Join us for laughs, thrills, and a deep dive into the intersection of video games and horror. Whether you're a gamer, a horror fanatic, or just here for Gregor's insights, this episode is packed with entertainment and eerie excitement. SOCIAL MEDIA Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod  Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Gregor: @weemackay1 Check out Weegie Hink Ae That on tour: https://www.weegiehinkaethat.co.uk/shows Check out us at the Edinburgh Fringe: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/scream-queens-ft-kyle-samuel-alan-jay-and-dean-t-beirne

Comedian Matt MacDonald joins us to break down Sam Raimi's other horror classic, DRAG ME TO HELL! We discuss the art of demon slime, what our personal ideas of hell would be, and whether or not Christine actually deserved to be dragged down to hell.  SOCIAL MEDIA: Pod: @BSFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Matt: @mattmacdcomedy

In this episode, we dive into the sunlit horror of Midsommar with comedian Lauren Steven. Together, we explore the film's unsettling rituals and symbolism, all while wearing flower crowns. SOCIALS Pod: ‪@BloodSweatAndFearsPod‬ Dean: @DeanTBeirne Kyle: @kylesxmuel Alan: ‪@AlanJayComedy‬ Lauren: @laurenstevencomedy

Get ready for a hilarious ride through the ridiculous stereotypes of 90s Hollywood in the 25th episode of Blood Sweat and Fears as Dean, Alan, and Kyle welcome Irish comedian and Roast Battle host Ryan Cullen! This time, they're taking on the infamous horror flick "Leprechaun," starring Warwick Davis in what can only be described as his most cringe-worthy role yet. From killer leprechauns to pots of gold gone wrong, nothing is off-limits as the boys tear apart this cult classic with razor-sharp wit. SOCIAL MEDIA Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel Ryan: @ryancullencomedy Follow the pod here: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Get tickets for Ryan’s show at the Fringe: https://underbellyedinburgh.co.uk/eve... Transcript

Peter Bell returns to talk the 2012 meta horror comedy The Cabin in the Woods! We talk camping misfires, the weird monsters kept away in the basements, and how meta horror evolved in the 2010s. Go check Peter out on The Foul Shy Podcast as well!    / @foulshypodcast   SOCIALS Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Kyle: @kylesxmuel Peter: @pbellcomedy #thecabininthewoods #horrorstories #horrormoviepodcast

Join hosts Dean, Alan, and Kyle as they delve into the eerie depths of Stanley Kubrick's masterpiece, "The Shining," alongside special guest, Scottish comedian and Some Laugh star, Stephen Buchanan.   We explore the intricate web of Stephen King's feud with Kubrick, dissecting the differences between the iconic novel and its cinematic adaptation. From the haunting corridors of The Overlook Hotel to the psychological terror lurking within its walls, no eerie detail goes unexamined. Join us as we navigate the terrifying rooms of The Overlook Hotel, uncovering secrets, theories, and spine-tingling revelations.   SOCIAL MEDIA Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Kyle: @kylesxmuel Alan: @AlanJayComedy Stephen: @stephenbucomedy   Check out Stephen's comedy special here:    • Stephen Buchanan: Charicature (A Stan...     Like, comment, and subscribe for more blood-curdling content. #movies #stephenking #horrorstories #stanleykubrick #horrormoviepodcast SHOW LESS

Rising star and lovely boy Jin Hao Li joins us in this episode of Blood, Sweat and Fears to talk the movie that traumatized TikTok, Shudder's Skinamarink! It's our first proper artsy film, and we delve into the many mysteries behind its layered narrative. SOCIAL MEDIA Pod:  @BloodSweatAndFearsPod  Jin: @jin.hao.li Dean: @DeanTBeirne Kyle: @kylesxmuel Alan:  @AlanJayComedy 

Alex Gibbon joins us this episode to break down the groundbreaking queer classic horror musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show! We go through Kyle's hatred of musicals, Alan's experience of Rocky Horror in Manchester, Alex's portrayal of Frank N Furter, and Dean steals a hat. SOCIAL MEDIA Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel Alex: @AlexGibbonComedian

His Royal FatDikness Paddy Linton joins us to break down the 1990s Scream rip off, I Know What You Did Last Summer! Expect hook-handed men, fish recipes and screwdrivers. SOCIAL MEDIA Pod: @bloodsweatandfearspod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel Paddy: @thepadbible

Live at the Apollo star Liam Farrelly joins us to chat the sequel to one of our favourite slashers with Scream 2! Everything from glory holes, theatre kids and obvious suspects is covered in Wes Craven's satire of horror sequels. SOCIAL MEDIA Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel Liam: @liamfarrellycomedy Check out Liam's shows at GICF here!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... Buy tickets for Scream Queens!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com...

Kyle Samuel joins the team permanently to talk Final Destination 2! Everything from floor spaghetti, the sexiness of Tony Todd and the Randy-fication of Clear Rivers is covered in the sequel to this 2000s cult classic. Buy tickets for our show Scream Queens!: Scream Queens - Glasgow International Comedy Festival (glasgowcomedyfestival.com)    SOCIAL MEDIA: Pod: @bloodsweatandfearspod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel

Drygate Comedy Lab host and Scottish funnyman Chris Thorburn joins us to break down John Carpenter's 1982 remake of The Thing! We break down everything from the groundbreaking practical effects, the huskies and why HP Lovecraft is overrated. Check out Chris's show Cineman at GICF here!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... Check out our show Scream Queens here!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... SOCIAL MEDIA: Pod: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Alan: @AlanJayComedy Dean: @DeanTBeirne Chris: @CBThorburn

It's Christmas! And we're joined by hilarious comic Kathleen Hughes to talk the movie that truly horrifies her, 1990's Home Alone. We discuss the best traps Harry and Marv fall victim to, Macaulay Culkin's performance and the movie's reliance on Pepsi. SOCIAL MEDIA Podcast: @BloodSweatAndFearsPod Dean: @DeanTBeirne Alan: @AlanJayComedy Kyle: @kylesxmuel Kathleen: @kathleenwho_ Buy tickets to Kathleen's show CRYPTID here!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com... Buy tickets to SCREAM QUEENS here!: https://www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com...