Best Spinsters Of Horror Podcasts (2025)

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: ATROZ (2018) W. MIKEY PERALTA JR 54:12

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In this episode, we head to Mexico with “Mexico’s most violent film”, Atroz (2018) by Lex Ortega. Taking social and political commentary to dark and shocking places, Atroz doesn’t pull any punches - it’s provocative and memorable. It challenges everything you thought you knew and more. Taking inspiration from Ruggero Deodato, renowned filmmaker beh…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors Season 2 Introduction: Cultural Extremism 43:52

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Welcome to season two, Morgue Rats! In this episode, I introduce to you the films, themes, and ideas surrounding what I call Cultural Extremism, along with finally defining what this damn title means. It will be a season of uncomfortable truths and disturbing films; films that shatter your soul and throw you deep into an existential crisis. Trust m…

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Episode 69: Spinster's Choice - Kōji Shiraishi ~ Occult (2009) & A Record of Sweet Murder (2014) 1:08:24

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In this episode of SPINSTERS CHOICE, one of us selects a movie we're passionate about. This time, it's Jessica's turn, and naturally, she is taking us back to Japan. Japanese horror, especially J-Horror, is captivating, and combine it with found footage, and you have a Koji Shiraishi film—the director we have decided to spotlight for this Spinster’…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: Epitaph - Necrophilia 20:38

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It’s time for season one to die. Necrophilia is dead, buried, and no one has been left wanting. From the concept of the taboo, to reflections of the season past, this episode should satisfy your lust for the macabre. Remember, everyone benefits from rational educational exposure to taboo topics, and corpse fucking has been dissected to death. This …

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Episode 68: Weird Girls - LISA FRANKENSTEIN (2024) 1:00:57

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In this episode, we are returning to our beloved Weird Girl to discuss the recently released whimsical necro rom-com LISA FRANKENSTEIN from 2024. We will revisit who the Weird Girl is, discuss the morbidity of young girls (and ourselves), and come to a topic that we find ourselves never escaping… NECROPHILIA. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side… Int…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: THE YEARNING OF MARIA D (2018) W. JESSICA STUART 46:46

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This month is the season finale! And I have chosen the perfect film and guest to end on. I will be dissecting THE YEARNING OF MARIA D (2018) from the elusive underground filmmaker Marian Dora. The final movie on necrophilia is a powerhouse of the extreme, and I can’t wait to share it with you. We will be tackling animal death on screen, arthouse ex…

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Episode 67: MaXXXine (2024) 42:49

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In this episode, we conclude our in-depth exploration of Ti West’s slasher trilogy with the 2024 film MaXXXine. We continue from our discussions on X and Pearl, concentrating on the connection between the porn industry and the horror genre. This installment takes us into the 80s atmosphere as we follow our protagonist, Maxine Minx, on her path to b…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: MACABRE (1980) W. DONNA THA DEAD 51:57

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This month, I'm traversing the world of Italian horror cinema with Lamberto Bava’s MACABRE! Known for releasing some controversial films like Cannibal Holocaust, Cannibal Ferox, and The New York Ripper, the Italian horror market is no stranger to transgressive themes. Though this is a more subtle take on necrophilia than other films covered, it is …

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Episode 66: Original Vs. Remake - Nosferatu (1922/1979/2024) 1:09:54

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In this episode, we are returning to Original Vs. The Remake with not one by three films! With the release of Robert Eggert’s film Nosferatu (2024), we decided it was time for us to get caught up on this new adaptation of two beloved vampire films of ours: Nosferatu (1922) & Nosferatu (1979). We will explore how each of these films compare to each …

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: Gorotica (1993) W. MARCUS KOCH 26:42

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This month, I am diving into the wonderful, grimy world of 90s shot-on-video cinema. Starring the cult star Ghetty Chasun and a part of Hugh Gallagher’s Gore trilogy, this is one of my favorite necrophilia films! It portrays two interesting aspects of the fetish: one titillating and one desperate, both entertaining. My guest for this episode is Mar…

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Episode 65: Spinster Vs. Spinster - Near Dark (1987) 36:05

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In this episode, we are bringing back SPINSTER vs SPINSTER, and the film up for debate is the 1987 Neo-Western vampire film, Near Dark. One of us loves it and the other finds the film to be overrated. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side… Intro/Outro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the Dead Artwork by: Jess Hrycyk Editing work by: Jessica F…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: HER NAME WAS TORMENT 1 & 2 W. ROBERT CLARK 1:00:14

8M ago1:00:14

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This month, I am dissecting two horror films from indie filmmaker Dustin Mills, Her Name Was Torment (2014) and Her Name Was Torment II: Agony (2016). Blending cult conspiracies, angels, serial killing, corpse banging, and solid gore, these films give you a look into the filthy, perverse world of female necrophiliacs. And we like it! My guest for t…

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Episode: 64 - Spinsters Choice: THINGS (1989) 52:49

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In this episode, we are bringing back SPINSTERS CHOICE, where one of us chooses a movie we are passionate about. This time around it's Kelly’s CHOICE and she CHOSE Canada’s underdog of cult cinema - Things (1989). Enjoy and welcome to our dark side… Intro/Outro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the Dead Artwork by: Jess Hrycyk Editing work …

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Episode 63: KNOW YOUR ROOTS! The 50 Years Of Horror Recap (1920s-1960s) 1:04:24

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It’s another episode of our Know Your Roots: History of Horror Series, but this time we are recapping the last 50 years of horror, before we forge ahead into our next decade, which will be the 1970s. We will do a recap of major historical events and movements that influenced the horror genre from the 1920s to 1960s, and the films we have already ta…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: eROTik (2018) W. JOHN PATTERSON 41:10

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Welcome to Kelly’s Taboo Terrors, a monthly podcast that explores the transgressive side of cinema. These movies, and discussions, are not for the faint of heart so listener's discretion is strongly advised. This month, I am tackling a very explicit and interesting film by famed Italian extreme horror filmmaker, Domiziano Cristopharo - eROTik (2018…

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Episode 62: SHE IS DEATH - Lady Vengeance (2005) 51:33

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In this episode, we are starting a brand new series called SHE IS DEATH where we explore the theme of revenge through our Female Avengers from different countries around the world. The first stop is SOUTH KOREA with LADY VENGEANCE (2005), part of Park Chan-Wook's infamous vengeance trilogy. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side… Intro/Outro Music: Kis…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: DEADGIRL (2008) W. KELLY MCNEELY 55:22

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A film I love to hate, and hate to love, Deadgirl (2008) remains one of the most disgusting pieces of cinema I have ever experienced. And that’s saying a lot! Bringing to the screen violent misogyny through zombie rape, assault, and brutality, Deadgirl is tremendously offensive and controversial - but also one that gets people talking. It’s a 00s n…

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Episode 61: OUR MECHANICAL MIND - Death Powder (1986) & TETSUO THE IRON MAN (1989) 1:04:03

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In this episode, we are traversing the gritty sensory overload that is the fascinating world of Japanese Cyberpunk with two powerful films from the 1980s, Death Powder (1986) and Tetsuo: The Iron Man (1988). We will be discussing the loss of identity and the new world of flesh when man infuses with metal or metal becomes flesh, as well as touching …

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: NEKROMANTIK (1988) W. ERIC FALARDEAU 52:39

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As far as necrophilia films go, none are more recognizable than German filmmaker, Jorg Buttgereit's, Nekromantik. Epitomizing underground transgressive cinema, Nekromantik shows us the sensual side of the paraphilia, giving us a film with a legacy of sexual depravity and iconic imagery. A cerebral exploitation film that forces us to witness sex, de…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: AFTERMATH (1994) W. GOBLIN O'RILEY 42:02

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It’s time to crack open a cold one as the first official season of Kelly’s Taboo Terrors is in full swing! In this episode, I am revisiting the often reviled necrophilia short film by director Nacho Cerda, Aftermath (1994). A powerful film without dialogue, Aftermath says wonders about the desecration of the body after death and how violent brutali…

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Kelly's Taboo Terrors: Season 1 Introduction - Necrophilia 26:27

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The first episode of Kelly’s Taboo Terrors has arrived! To get you ready for the season ahead, I talk about the what, where, when, why and how's of necrophilia. A particular interest of mine are the gendered differences between our beloved necrophiles, that of which I divulge here. Enjoy your season primer Morgue Rats, but don't get too excited as …

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Episode 60 Original Vs. Remake: The Evil Dead, Evil Dead & Bloody Muscle Body Builder In Hell 1:06:05

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In this episode we are returning to Original Vs. The Remake with not one by three films! We are talking about one of Jessica’s favorite series - The Evil Dead! We will talk about the original cult classic from 1981, the blood soaked 2013 remake as well as the severely underrated Bloody Muscle Builder in Hell - The Japanese Evil Dead from 1995!Enjoy…

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Episode 59: Know Your Roots! The 1960s Pt.2 1:18:07

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In this episode, we return to the 1960s to discuss the history of horror and the influential films of the decade but this time we have broadened our scope to include international films - hence the part 2. We will do a mini recap of major historical events of the 1960s and where horror was at with experimental films like Psycho (1960), Peeping Tom …

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BODY HORROR: Mermaid in a Manhole 54:18

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). We are back with a brand new season of the most disturbing podcast around, and this time we're going gooey with the grotesque subject of…

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Episode 58: Weird Girls - May (2002) & Excision (2012) 1:01:39

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In this episode, we are BACK from our break and ready to get bloody with starting our WEIRD GIRL series. We will be discussing Sad Girl Theory and the Female Mutilator in the films MAY (2002) and EXCISION (2012).Enjoy and welcome to our dark side…Intro/Outro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the DeadArtwork by: Jess HrycykEditing work by: J…

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Shock Talk: Tumbling Doll of Flesh with Jonathan Doe 1:10:43

2+ y ago1:10:43

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For our final episode of the season we are dismembering one of the most disturbing found footage extreme movies! And what better way to do that then invite a very special guest--extreme cinema filmmaker Jonathan Doe! Join Kelly, Zoë and Jonathan as they look at Tamakichi Anaru's 1998 Japanese pornographic extreme film Tumbling Doll of Flesh (Niku D…

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Episode 57: Aquatic Horror with The Horror Queers 1:22:53

2+ y ago1:22:53

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In this episode, we are exploring the vast terrifying depths of the dark ocean waters with two very special guests from the Horror Queers, Joe and Trace. We are talking Aquatic Horror with the two films 47 Meters Down (2017) and Orca (1977). So take a deep breath as we discuss thalassophobia and the demonization of animals in the media.Enjoy and we…

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Episode 56: Women Love Horror - The Redux 1:20:28

2+ y ago1:20:28

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In this episode, we are celebrating our five year anniversary of the podcast and revisiting our first episode talking about why women love horror but with an update! This is a reflective episode about why horror, where we are at with horror after five years of podcasting, discussion about the podcast's updated direction and what to expect over the …

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Shock Talk: 8MM with Dr Amy Jane Vosper 1:14:48

2+ y ago1:14:48

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We're back for another Shock Talk episode! This time both Kelly and Zoë are joined by very special guest Dr. Amy Jane Vosper, who is a horror scholar and academic at Trent University often providing psychoanalytic film theory on women's involement in the horror genre. For this episode on found footage extreme horror, Amy brought along Joel Schumach…

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Episode 00: I Spit On Your Podcast Trailer 0:49

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Welcome to I SPIT ON YOUR PODCAST! A monthly show brought to you by the Spinsters of Horror, Jess and Kelly. We discuss horror, cult, and subversive cinema with thoughtful analysis, research and passion.By Spinsters of Horror

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Episode 55: Indigenous Horror - The Dead Can't Dance (2010) & Blood Quantum (2019) 1:21:54

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In celebration of National Indigenous month here in Canada this episode will be looking at indigenous horror and talking about zombies, COVID-19, marginalized communities and the destructive impact of colonialism on indigenous communities in the two films The Dead Can’t Dance (2010) and Blood Quantum (2019)So pick your poison and listen on….IF YOU …

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FOUND FOOTAGE: Be My Cat: A Film For Anne & Sorgoi Prakov: My European Dream 59:43

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). We love a depraved double bill here at Our Bloody Obsession, which is why this month we looked at two independent self-written, directed…

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Episode 54: Know Your Roots! The Origins of Horror 1960s Pt.1 1:18:39

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In this episode, we are going back to our roots with a continuation of exploring the Origins of Horror. This episode will be Part 1 on the history of horror in the 1960s with Part 2 to come in a few months. But to kick us off we will be looking at the drastic change the horror genre underwent with the rise of proto-slashers in the films Peeping Tom…

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FOUND FOOTAGE: Long Pigs & disturbing movie Q&A 54:06

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). You asked and we of course delivered by covering low budget indie horror film LONG PIGS from 2007. In this episode Kelly & Zoë briefly c…

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Episode #53: UNLEASH THE FERAL FEMININE - THE WOMAN (2011) 1:24:00

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In this episode, we are Unleashing the Feral Feminine by discussing the controversial Lucky McKee movie, THE WOMAN (2011). We are looking at the concept of feral feminism, as well as misogyny, abuse and generational trauma. WARNING: This episode contains discussion on misogyny, domestic violence against women/children and sexual assault. Listener d…

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Spinster Vs. Spinster Episode 8: Best Lucio Fulci Film 38:22

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In this episode of Spinster Vs. Spinster, Kelly and Jess are discussing which is the best Lucio Fulci film - Zombi (1979) or City of the Living Dead (1980). Listen on to find out. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side!Intro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the DeadArtwork by: Jess HrycykEditing work by Jessica…

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FOUND FOOTAGE: Snuff 102 and Sunken Danish 1:01:00

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). Could this be the bleakest extreme horror double bill ever? It's a yes. In this episode Kelly & Zoë put themselves through Mariano Peral…

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Episode 52: LOVING THE DEAD - Nekromantik 2 (1991) & Kissed (1996) 1:32:06

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In this episode, we are officially covering our first two films of our broadened cinematic scope on the podcast and venturing into the taboo subject of necrophilia. But we are being DOUBLY subversive and talking specifically about female necrophilia and its representation in two similar but very different films - the Canadian independent film Kisse…

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Episode 51: Pearl & X (2022) 1:26:31

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In this episode we are covering both Pearl and X from 2022 a massive year for a favorite director of ours, Ti West. We will be discussing the harm of resentment, the dangers of romanticism, aging and of course sex, sex and SEX. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side…Intro/Outro Music: Kiss of the Creature by Dance with the DeadArtwork by: Jess HrycykEd…

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FOUND FOOTAGE: Man Bites Dog 1:05:35

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). CINEMAAAA CINEMAAAAAA... In this episode the depraved duo head back to 1992 to look at found footage film MAN BITES DOG. Described a bla…

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FOUND FOOTAGE: August Underground Trilogy 1:01:27

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). The gruesome twosome indulge in the ultimate torture porn horror trilogy -- Fred Vogel's AUGUST UNDERGROUND trilogy. One of the most dis…

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Shock Talk: August Underground and The Final Interview with Fred & Shelby Vogel 1:12:11

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For this Shock Talk episode, join hosts Kelly Gredner and Zoë Rose Smith as they talk to two of the most influential, well-known and talented people in the extreme cinema world, horror power couple Fred and Shelby Vogel. They are the minds behind one of the most disturbing, disgusting and depraved extreme found footage trilogys, August Underground.…

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Spinsters Get Current with Sissy (2022) 37:38

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In episode four of the mini-series, the Spinsters work on getting up-to-date with new releases that are available to us in Canada. The film up for discussion is Hannah Barlow and Kane Senes' Sissy (2022) available on Shudder. Would we recommend it - listen to find out. Enjoy and welcome to our dark side...Intro Music: Robeast by Dance with the Dead…

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Episode 50: Les Diaboliques (1955) Vs. Diabolique (1996) 1:21:42

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In this episode, we are back to pit an original against its remake! We will be looking at Les Diaboliques from 1955 and its contemporary remake from 1996, Diabolique. How will they compare? Which one will come out on top? We also have a special guest spotlight on author Henry Corrigan to provide insight on toxic masculinity in these two films. Enjo…

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Shock Talk: Cannibal Holocaust with Martin Trafford 1:05:07

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We're back for another Shock Talk episode! This time Zoë is joined by Martin Trafford, creator of disturbing, extreme & gory underground horror artwork for the likes of Marian Dora, Jorg Buttgereit and Jonathan Doe. And Martin brought a classic extreme movie to the table with none other than Ruggero Deodato's Cannibal Holocaust (1980). They look at…

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Episode 49: Nunsploitation - The Devils (1971) 1:04:15

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In this episode, we are getting….sexy, perverse and blasphemous with NUNSPLOITATION! The movie up for discussion is Ken Russell’s infamous THE DEVILS (1971). We will explore the history of nunsploitation, the true events that inspired the film, and the ridiculous censorship that has plagued The Devils for 50 years! Enjoy and welcome to our dark sid…

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FOUND FOOTAGE: The Poughkeepsie Tapes 57:15

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Welcome to OUR BLOODY OBSESSION, a gorecast for the extreme created by two women whose bloody obsession is with all things nasty. Hosted by Zobo With A Shotgun (Zoë Rose Smith) and Venal Anatomica (Kelly Gredner). The goregous gals are back to unwind the tapes and trauma in John Erick Dowdle's The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2009). - Twitter: https://twitt…

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Spinster Vs. Spinster Episode 7: Halloween Franchise 47:34

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In this special Halloween episode of Spinster Vs Spinster, Jess and Kelly have a friendly debate about over the Halloween Franchise. One of us finds it overrated, the other does not - Listen on to find out...Enjoy and welcome to our dark side!Intro Music: Robeast by Dance with the DeadArtwork by: Jess HrycykEditing work by Jessica…

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Episode 48: Found Footage - Megan is Missing (2011) & The Den (2013) 1:33:55

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In this episode, we are talking about one of our favorite subgenres of horror - FOUND FOOTAGE! Particularly, looking at the films that have the audience asking ‘Is it real?’, the dark side of the internet and STRANGER DANGER! The films up for discussion are Megan is Missing (2011) and The Den (2013). Trigger Warning: We will be talking about conten…

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SHOCK TALK: Atroz with Kelly McNeely 45:39

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In this episode, Kelly is joined by (The Other) Kelly McNeely, writer for iHorror and co-host of the podcast Murmurs from the Morgue. (The Other) Kelly brought the disturbing Mexican film, Atroz (2018), to discuss. They touch on masculinity & machismo, homophobia, violence, and….Colon Cams?? Did Kelly regret viewing this with her own eyes? Listen o…