The Podcast Compels You

Stacie and Bill are a couple of internet randos who have found themselves being held hostage by an evil AI that has an inexplicable horror movie obsession, as well as a fairly flimsy backstory. Join them as they get in on the ground floor of this nascent podcasting industry, and talk and talk and talk about horror movies, delighted to have finally discovered an outlet to do so. And people said this "ability" would never pay off! I mean, those people were right, but Content warning: It's about horror. We talk about violence, death, and scary sad stuff. Stacie swears. art by gabby burgard

Fangs on the Range Part 1: Billy the Kid vs Dracula (1966)

SPECIAL EPISODE! SPECIAL GUEST!On this episode of The Podcast Compels You, Stacie is joined by Jared Michael Delaney, novelist, playwright, screenwriter, host of When Doves Podcast, and actor to talk about his novelization of BILLY THE KID VS DRACULA (1966). Oh, and the movie, of course! Check out Jared Michael Delaney's publication house, Cult Pulp Press, cofounded with Dan Hodge.

11-25
52:52

Splice (2009) (Science Experiments that Resulted in Sinister Transformations)

This week we watched Splice (2009) and discuss which character is more terrible, the deep deep maternal metaphors, and what in the flying fuck is that crazy flying fucking creature?!?Our plot discussion begins at 18:18.Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

08-14
01:25:37

The Fly (1986) (Science Experiments that Resulted in Sinister Transformations)

This week we watched The Fly (1986) and discuss the pure gentle nature of the men in this film, Jeff Goldblum's physical prowess, and bodily autonomy while in a relationship with a fly/man.Our plot discussion begins at 13:30.Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

07-30
01:21:01

Train to Busan (2016) (Seoul Sickness)

This week we watched Train to Busan (2016) and discuss late-stage capitalism, a zombified deer, and the first zombie train chain gang?!?!Our plot discussion begins at 15:19Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

05-06
01:18:18

The Wailing (2016) (Seoul Sickness)

This week we watched The Wailing (2016) and discuss our ignorance of most things Korean, the virtues of delaying immediate gratification, and what the f*ck happens at the end of this movie?!?!Our plot discussion begins at 19:20Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

04-23
02:09:42

Tenebrae (1982) (Dario Dunnit)

This week we watched Tenebrae (1982) and discuss 70's vs 80's Goblin soundtracks, the most determined guard dog ever found in a movie, and the batsh*t crazy ending to this story.Our plot discussion begins at 21:31Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

04-10
01:24:13

Deep Red (1975) (Dario Dunnit) with Mike King from The Graveyard Shift

This week we are joined by special guest Mike King from The Graveyard Shift podcast as we watched Deep Red (1975). We discuss Marcus' ill-advised career shift from jazz pianist to amateur investigator, Gianna's deathtrap of a clown car, and that sweet sweet funk brought to us by Goblin!Our plot discussion begins at 20:05Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

03-27
01:51:38

You'll Never Find Me (2023) (Two Strangers in a Storm)

This week we watched You'll Never Find Me (2023) and discuss Australian trailer parks, effective lighting on a budget, and this film as a possible romantic-comedy?Our plot discussion begins at 25:43Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

03-11
01:30:05

Scare Me (2020) (Two Strangers in a Storm)

This week we watched Scare Me (2020) and discuss the writer's code, cocaine-induced defecation, and a troll named Devin. Our plot discussion begins at 17:13Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

02-25
01:28:12

I Will Never Leave You Alone (2023) (All Alone in a Haunted House) with DW Medoff

On this very special episode, we are honored to be joined by I Will Never Leave You Alone writer/director DW Medoff. DW was kind enough to take time out of one of his rare days off to discuss the making of this film, as well as his upcoming project.After listening to this episode, we encourage you to check out I Will Never Leave You Alone and Pollen.2:56 - DW talks about wrapping his latest film10:17 - DW's origin story12:18 - Favorite films of 202417:11 - Hereditary hot take20:16 - Quickfire interview questions31:44 - DW's thoughts on horror-comedies40:47 - Big budget vs. small budget films44:14 - DW's experience at Telluride Film Festival49:56 - Plot synopsis (spoiler-free)51:12 - Bill's three predictions for this film52:54 - Content warnings56:40 - DW on the future of horror cinema1:01:10 - Grief and trauma in his films1:09:39 - Dark Fact of the Day straight from the set of I Will Never Leave You Alone1:13:24 - I Will Never Leave You Alone (spoilerific discussion)2:01:37 - DW on writing women2:12:38 - 'Maiden, Mother, Crone' - intentional archetypes or coincidence?2:18:45 - DW's sign-off2:20:23 - Rating I Will Never Leave You Alone2:24:10 - Stacie introduces our next seriesContent warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

02-11
02:26:42

Deadstream (2022) (All Alone in a Haunted House)

This week we watched Deadstream (2022) and discuss Shawn's glorious scream, his innovative use of a Slim Jim, and what is Mildred's fascination with fingers in noses?!?! Check out Stacie's special musical ode to Deadstream's content warnings: 21:30 Our plot discussion begins at 27:11 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

01-28
01:32:35

Children of the Corn (1984) (Siblings in the Sticks)

This week we watched Children of the Corn (1984) and discuss the questionable logistics of a child-run society, Linda Hamilton's complete lack of agency, and grown man's embarrassing inability to overpower small children. Our plot discussion begins at 18:44 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

01-14
01:11:42

Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) (Carols of Carnage)

This week we watched Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) and discuss Grandpa's Oscar-worthy performance, the logistics of night sledding in the middle of the woods, and Mother Superior's off-putting pitch pipe. Our plot discussion begins at 22:48 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

01-07
01:13:54

Black Christmas (1974) (Carols of Carnage)

This week we watched Black Christmas (1974) and discuss the surprisingly progressive messaging, the physics of dragging a body up a ladder, and the true star of this movie, Graham, the switchboard operator. Our plot discussion begins at 21:10 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

12-24
01:17:15

Into the Dark - Pilgrim (2019) (The Gravying)

This week we watched Into the Dark - Pilgrim (2019) and discuss pilgrims vs. leprechauns, the WIDE variety of music on this soundtrack, and the MANY odd choices that were made during production. Our plot discussion begins at 14:00 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

12-10
01:14:22

Thanksgiving (2023) (The Gravying)

This week we watched Thanksgiving (2023) and discuss the physics of dumpster dismemberments, Helium's apparent explosive qualities, and marvel at how incredibly unlikeable Ethan is. Our plot discussion begins at 17:33 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

11-26
01:33:18

The Dark and the Wicked (2020) (Siblings in the Sticks)

This week we watched The Dark and the Wicked (2020) and discuss the mysterious Texas wolf pack, America's flawless healthcare system, and this film's incredible, not-so-subtle nod to Romeo and Juliet. Our plot discussion begins at 19:45 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

11-12
01:29:15

Night Watch (2004) (Vampires Without Borders)

This week we watched Night Watch (2004) and discuss the many many genres this movie navigates, the unfortunate return of nu-metal, and the batsh*t crazy ending! Our plot discussion begins at 17:04 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

10-29
01:11:17

Let the Right One In (2008) (Vampires Without Borders)

This week we watched Let the Right One In (2008) and discuss some of the large (icky) plot points from the book that were conveniently left out of the movie, whether Oskar is extremely naive or just confused, and the questionable inclusion of CGI cats! Our plot discussion begins at 15:56 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

10-15
01:13:24

The Devil's Candy (2018) (Sinister Slayers with a Supernatural Something-Something)

This week we watched The Devil's Candy (2018) and discuss the effectiveness of its simple droning guitar score, how adorable this family of metalheads is, and the supposed difficulty of tracking down a large, confused man in a small Texas town. Our plot discussion begins at 17:34 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com.

10-01
01:10:11

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