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How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastDeveloping Winners with Becky Burleigh, Co-Founder of What Drives Winning and Former University of Florida Women’s Soccer Head Coach (RECAST)In Episode 177, we are recasting our episode with Becky Burleigh, Co-Founder of What Drives Winning, former University of Florida Women’s Soccer Coach (for 27 years), and Methodist College Hall of Famer, who talked with Phil and Paul about the life and leadership lessons she learned over the course of her playing career and her extensive coaching career at University of Florida and Berry College, the story behind What Drives Winning, some great WDW principles, her personal why, a defining moment in her career, and making the most of every opportunity. Specifically, Becky discusses: · Her personal story, including how she...
2025-08-071h 04
The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastMACHINES 17 • The Matrix (1999)Plug into The Matrix with Anna and guest Becky Darke to discuss Y2K paranoia, long leather coats, the game-changing action scenes, and how hot everyone is in this film. Read Emily St. James' excellent piece on The Matrix as a trans allegory. New episode every Friday.Follow us on Letterboxd to see what films we're covering.Produced and presented by Anna BogutskayaResearch Assistant: Frankie Wakefield***Music: "Neon Alley" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Gi...
2025-06-201h 20
Brain Rot - An 80s Horror PodcastKiller Party (1986) with Mike Muncer & Becky DarkeWhat's up, Rotters! For the second episode of Vicious Varsity, I'm joined by Becky Darke and Mike Muncer aka the Dream Warriors to discuss the truly unhinged and joyous KILLER PARTY (1986) This Canadian sorority slasher has hidden low on the radar for decades but we decided it's time for it to show itself! With its indecipherable timeline and hilariously ambiguous killer identity, it deserves a place on the Brain Rot shelf. ———— 🧠 ———— www.SteviesBrainRot.com Patreon www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Socials Instagram: @BrainRotPod Thre...
2024-09-221h 03The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • The State of Horror in 2024 (So Far)It's halfway through the year, so podcast faves Isaura Barbé-Brown and Becky Darke reunite to discuss the state of the horror nation so far, the best (and the worst) and what we're looking forward to. ***Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya. Artwork by Ewa Ferdynus.Music by "Erebus" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.***The Final Girls is a weekly podcast exploring the history of horror film.→ Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk→ Follow us on Twitter and Ins...
2024-07-131h 21
Don't Point That Horror At MeDream Date by Sinclair Smith: Part TwoBecky and Jill are feeling sleepy and delving into the world of Sinclair Smith's Dream Date (1993). Katie's bored and a bit boring, and all she wants is to find some excitement at her new school. Plus preferably a cute boyfriend to sweep her off her feet. But what Katie doesn't realise is that dreams really do come true and greasy biker boy Heath is here to turn her life into a nightmare. Will Katie escape Heath's coersive control and find true love with classmate Jason? Will bestie Raquelle ever wear a bad outfit? Will Bopper the aged bassett hound...
2024-05-291h 10The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastSERIAL KILLERS 11 • Child's Play (1988) and the Chucky Family TreeCritic and podcaster Becky Darke goes through the Chuck Family Tree, from the original Child's Play (1988) and its sequel Child's Play 2 (1990) to the expanded Chuckyverse, his partner-in-crime Tiffany and their child Glen/Glenda. Join our Patreon for extra horror content. Discover what films we're covering next on our Letterboxd. *** Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya. Artwork by Ewa Ferdynus.Music by "Erebus" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.***The Final Girls is a weekly podcast exploring the history of horror film....
2024-05-101h 34
Flixwatcher: A Netflix Film Review PodcastEpisode # 343 Stand by Me with Joshua Tonks and Becky DarkeJoshua Tonks (actor and screenwriter, The Latent Image (2022)) and Becky Darke (The Evolution of Horror, Don’t Point That Horror At Me and Return to Eerie, Indiana podcasts) return to Flixwatcher to review Josh’s choice Stand by Me.Stand by Me (1986) is a coming-of-age drama directer by Rob (When Harry Met Sally) Reiner and based on the Stephen King novella, The Body. Set in a fictional town of Castle Rock, Oregon in 1959 it tells the story of four friends who go on a hike to find the body of a missing boy.Star...
2024-04-2443 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastSERIAL KILLERS 4 • Psycho (1960) + Peeping Tom (1960)Video-essayist Izzy Custodio joins the podcast to go deep on Michael Powell's Peeping Tom (1960) and friend of the pod and podcaster Becky Darke comes by to discuss the other serial killer movie of 1960, Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho (1960). Discover what films we're covering on our Letterboxd.Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya. ***Music: "Erebus" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio.***The Final Girls is a weekly podcast exploring the history of horror film.→ Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk→ Listen to ou...
2024-03-222h 21The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • The Horror Oscars 2024Happy Oscars Weekend to all those who celebrate. As always, horror is nowhere to be seen amongst the nominees. So we've decided to take matters into our own hands... and host our very own HORROR OSCARS, including similar amounts of chaos. The hilarious and smart friends of the pod Becky Darke and Isaura Barbé-Brown join Anna to nominate and award the best horror films of the year. 00:00:00 State of horror in 2023 and why the Oscars hate genre movies00:19:07 Best Original Screenplay 00:33:17 Best Supporting Actress00:49:27 Best Supporting Actor 01:00:31 Best Sequel/Requel/Re...
2024-03-102h 31
Talking HitchcockDIAL M FOR MURDER (1954) with Becky DarkeIn this episode, join me and my special guest -podcaster, writer and programmer Becky Darke as we cook up spaghetti and peel back the curtain to discuss what happens when a seemingly perfectly planned murder goes wrong, taking a look along the way at the art of showing and telling and making plenty of time to assess one of Hitchcock’s most calculatingly devious villains!
Find Talking Hitchcock on Twitter @hitch_pod and Instagram @talkinghitchpod where you can support the podcast and keep up to date with releases or email us on talkinghitchpod@gmail.com
2024-02-292h 55
Flixwatcher: A Netflix Film Review PodcastEpisode # 331 Cam with Becky Darke and Joshua TonksBecky Darke (The Evolution of Horror, Don’t Point That Horror At Me and Return to Eerie, Indiana podcasts) and Joshua Tonks (actor and screenwriter, The Latent Image (2022)) join Flixwatcher to review Becky’s choice Cam.Cam (2018) is a psychological horror thriller directed by Daniel (How to Blow Up a Pipeline) Goldhaber. It stars Madeline Brewer as Alice, AKA Lola, a cam girl with ambitions of being the number one ranked girl on the website FreeGirlsLive.One day Alice finds herself locked out of her account and discovers a doppelgänger Lola active and p...
2024-01-3139 min
This May Hurt a BitThe Omen 3: The Final Conflict with Special Guest- Becky Darke!Can an early Sam Neil performance save this Omen sequel? Who trained these monks? And who let the boy scouts into the army of Satan? Lots of laughs in this one which should come as no surprise on an episode where we are joined once again by Becky Darke!Be sure to follow her for links to her writing as well as her appearances on The Evolution of Horror and her own show, Don't Point that Horror at Me!
2024-01-271h 17
What A ScreamEp123: German Horror with Becky DarkeOn this weeks episode host Ygraine chats with Becky Darke about German Horror. They discuss Hagazussar (2017) and Nekromantik (1987)
Theme: Afraid of Me by Cadaver Club
2023-11-2451 min
Ex-RentalS01E06 - Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves (feat. Becky Darke)Episode 6 - Robin Hood: Prince of ThievesBrad and Ash are joined by the wicked, Evolution of Horror guesting, Don't Point That Horror at Me hosting Final Girl, Becky Darke!Becky is joining us to discuss the accent fiesta known as 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' in which several okay-to-shocking impressions occur and Becky & Brad discuss a highly questionable babysitter/babysittee dynamic.You can follow Becky at:https://twitter.com/bunnydarkeArt is courtesy of James Higgs - https://www.instagram.com/james_higgs
2023-10-0226 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Beau is Afraid (2023)Anna is joined by Becky Darke get deep into the nightmare worlds of Beau is Afraid, out now in UK cinemas. Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism, founded by Anna Bogutskaya and Olivia Howe.→ Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk→ Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.→ Support us on Patreon.
2023-05-191h 17
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWhat Drives Winners with Becky Burleigh, Co-Founder of What Drives Winning and Former University of Florida Women’s Soccer Head CoachIn Episode 115, Becky Burleigh, Co-Founder of What Drives Winning, former University of Florida Women’s Soccer Coach (for 27 years), and Methodist College Hall of Famer, talks with Phil and Paul about the life and leadership lessons she learned over the course of her playing career and her extensive coaching career at University of Florida and Berry College, the story behind What Drives Winning, some great WDW principles, her personal why, a defining moment in her career, and making the most of every opportunity. Specifically, Becky discusses: · Her personal story, including how she grew her passion for soccer, coaching...
2023-03-231h 02
Clowning Around PodcastHorror with Mike Muncer and Becky DarkeJoin us as we chat all things Horror! What makes a good Horror film! What three horror films do they both suggest that we should all watch to get into the genre… Join Em and Barbara as they chat to Mike and Becky who are obsessed by all things Horror. Mike is the host of The Evolution of Horror and Becky is sorting out loads of cool events around the UK all things horror related! Find out about them and the pod: https://www.evolutionofhorror.com/
2023-03-1456 minThis May Hurt a BitSaw (with special guest, Becky Darke of The Evolution of Horror)We are joined by Becky Darke to discuss the first installment of the Saw franchise. Grandfather of Torture Porn or gritty Seven-inspired police procedural? And... is Billy the Doll cute?
2023-03-111h 13
The Spooky Shelf - A Horror Movie PodcastBecky Darke - Final Girls, Evolution of Horror, Don't Point That Horror at Me, Return to Eerie IndianaWelcome to this, the inaugural episode of The Spooky Shelf Podcast! In this podcast, host, Joe Ducarreaux invites guests from the horror community to put up their very own Spooky Shelf, highlighting 13 DVD titles as the best the genre has to offer.This episode is with the incredible Becky Darke, who you'll know from The Final Girls, Evolution of Horror, Don't Point That Horror At Me and Return to Eerie, Indiana.Becky was one of my DREAM guests for the show and I can't believe that she's showing up for episode 1 of Spooky...
2023-02-031h 14
Looks Unfamiliar100 - Becky Darke - It's Not One Of Those Mr. Frosty SituationsLooks Unfamiliar is a podcast in which writer and occasional broadcaster Tim Worthington talks to a guest about some of the things that they remember that nobody else ever seems to.Joining Tim this time is writer Becky Darke, who’s trying to send messages from the nostalgia equivalent of the beyond to Jayce And The Wheeled Warriors, Tubby Turtle, Jim Henson's The Tale Of The Bunny Picnic, In The Garden Of Bad Things by Doug MacLeod, Bucky O'Hare and the Secret bar. Along the way we'll be assessing which bath toys are most suitable for hand to...
2023-01-2747 min
How Soccer Explains Leadership PodcastWinning AND Learning with Keri Sanchez, Colorado College Head Coach and Former USWNT, UNC, and Professional PlayerIn Episode 110, Keri Sanchez, Head Coach of Colorado College Women’s Soccer, former Head Coach at Illinois Wesleyan and Claremont McKenna-Harvey Mudd-Scripps, former assistant at UT-Austin and University of Oregon, US Soccer Scout and USYNT assistant, and former WUSA, WPS, USWNT, and UNC-Chapel Hill player, kicks off Season 8 by talking with Phil and Paul about lessons learned from her extensive playing and coaching career, specifically what she learned under legendary coach, Anson Dorrance, the value of playing multiple sports, the best leaders she played with, and how she is using DISC to improve her coaching and player interactions. Specifically, Ke...
2023-01-121h 01The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Best Horror Films of 2022Anna and The Final Girls' contributors pick their favourite horror films of the year, presented in no particular order: 00:01:33 Sorcha Ní Fhlainn on The Black Phone 00:06:40 Becky Darke on Bodies Bodies Bodies 00:09:33 Steph McKenna on Bones and All 00:12:56 Louise Blain on Deadstream00:16:58 Leila Latif on Nope00:23:54 Clarisse Loughrey on Crimes of the Future 00:29:53 Jordan Crucciola on X00:36:40 Isaura Barbé-Brown on Barbarian00:41:07 Mary Wild on Speak No Evil 00:43:41 Anna Bogutskaya on Huesera Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Cas...
2022-12-3047 min
The Ghost Story Book Club'The Lost Ghost' by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman: with Becky DarkeIn Series 3, Episode 7 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Becky Darke as we discuss 'The Lost Ghost' by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman. Becky Darke is a podcaster, writer, presenter and programmer with her sights on film, horror and the ‘90s. You can find Becky on the podcasts Don’t Point That Horror At Me, Return to Eerie Indiana, The Evolution of Horror and The Final Girls. Follow Becky on Twitter: @bunnydarke Be part of our Christmas Special Live-stream on Friday 2 December in which Mike Muncer and I will discuss the films The Stalls of Barc...
2022-11-231h 39The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Hellraiser (2022)A deep dive review of the new reimagining of Hellraiser, directed by David Bruckner. Becky Darke joins Anna for a furious review demanding more bums. Beware: spoilers from the very beginning of the chat. Hellraiser is available to watch on Amazon Prime. ***Produced and presented by Anna BogutskayaMusic: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism, founded by Anna Bogutskaya and Olivia Howe.→ Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Fa...
2022-11-0559 min
Brain Rot - An 80s Horror PodcastThe Funhouse (1981) with Mike Muncer and Becky DarkeStep right up, step right up! Welcome to THE FUNHOUSE, Rotters. This week, I'm joined by Dream Warriors Mike Muncer and Becky Darke to discuss Tobe Hooper's atmospheric 1981 sleeze-fest. What a ride! 🤡 Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Theme by Dean Maynard
2022-10-1050 min
Is Paul Dano OK?Pottersville (with Becky Darke)No, you're not seeing things. Episode 3 of IPDO Presents: Greers is a Christmas movie. Matt and Daryl are joined by the absolute ray of sunshine, Becky Darke (Point Horror Pod, Eerie Indiana Pod, The Evolution of Horror, and The Final Girls UK), to discuss Michael Shannon's bigfoot movie, Pottersville (2017). You can find Becky on Twitter (@bunnydarke), and across all of her brilliant platforms via her Linktree, here. MERCH ALERT! You can find all five season artwork designs (from the ridiculously talented Stephen Trumble) on our Teepublic store. Please drop us a Five Star...
2022-10-031h 12
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Boyfriend by R.L. StineJill and Becky join Joanna and her boyfriend (?) Dex in R.L. Stine's 1992 classic The Boyfriend. Joanna is a priviledged young lady with her pick of the lads and Dex just isn't cutting it for her. But is dying the best thing he can do for their relationship or will Shep still come out on top? We dive deep into zombie love, pranks and bestie rivalry with this quintessential Stine Point Horror. Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit swea...
2022-09-172h 22The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastTEEN HORROR 38 • Freaky (2020)We're back on our teen slasher bullshit with the teen horror body swap comedy Freaky (2020). Joining us is the hilarious writer and podcaster Becky Darke to talk about why this film works and who she would body swap with given the chance. Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism, founded by Anna Bogutskaya and Olivia Howe.→ Find out more about our projects here: the...
2022-07-2957 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastTEEN HORROR 35 • Black Christmas (2019)Podcaster and writer Becky Darke joins us for an extremely deep dive on the horror, the making and the release of Black Christmas (2019). Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism, founded by Anna Bogutskaya and Olivia Howe.→ Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk→ Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.→ Support us on Patreon.→ Subs...
2022-07-081h 31The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastTEEN HORROR 20 • Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed (2004) + Ginger Snaps Back (2004)Writer and podcaster Becky Darke dives deep into the only teen girl werewolf franchise we care about: Ginger Snaps (2000), Ginger Snaps 2: Unleashed (2004) and the prequel Ginger Snaps Back: The Beginning (2004). Featuring extensive opinions from Anna's cat. We covered the first film in depth with Alexandra West (which you can listen to here). Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism, founded by Anna Bogutskaya and O...
2022-02-111h 07The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Scream (1996) • Live ShowHappy Halloween! To mark this spooky weekend, we bring you the live podcast recording of our crossover Scream event with our pals Mike Muncer (Evolution of Horror) and Becky Darke (Don't Point That Horror at Me). Don't miss our live-tweet of Censor at MUBI on Halloween 7PM GMT. You can get 30 days free of MUBI here: https://mubi.com/promos/thefinalgirls Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya***Music: "Slasher" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring th...
2021-10-2953 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeTeacher's Pet by Richie Tankersley CusickBecky and Jill are going back to school with RTC's Teacher's Pet (1990). Kate's at a writing retreat in the middle of the woods and even her love of horror can't save her from creepy lecturers, odd groundsmen and... cowboys? Will she fall victim to spooky caves and goth poetry, or escape with her life and an idea for her first best-seller?! We find out. Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suit...
2021-09-293h 37
Brain Rot - An 80s Horror PodcastDolls (1987) & Dolly Dearest (1991) with Mike Muncer & Becky DarkeSalutations, Rotters! It's DOUBLE DOLLY DAY! This week I'm joined by besties of the pod Mike Muncer and Becky Darke to discuss Stuart Gordons 1987 cult classic DOLLS and 1991's Childs Play rip-off DOLLY DEAREST. Both of these films have such a huge nostalgic presence in my heart. But how did they hold up, decades later? Press play to find out! Support the show and access benefits like bonus episodes and merch: www.Patreon.com/SteviesBrainRot Twitter: SteviesBrainRot Instagram :BrainRotPod Email: SteviesBrainRot@Gmail.com Letterboxd: SteviesBrainRot FaceBook Group: BrainRotPod Merch: www.Ste...
2021-08-231h 23
Don't Point That Horror At MeFear Street: 1666 with The Evolution of HorrorBecky and Jill are joined for the final time in this Fear Street mini-series by Mike Muncer from The Evolution of Horror to dive deep into the third installment of Netflix's film trilogy event. It's big folk horror vibes this time around and then back to the 90s to round things up in true Point Horror style. Fear Street Part 3: 1666 is OUT NOW on Netflix. You can listen to the spoiler-free portion of our chat with Mike over on The Evolution of Horror. Support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us...
2021-07-171h 09
Don't Point That Horror At MeFear Street: 1978 with The Evolution of HorrorJill and Becky are joined again by Mike Muncer from The Evolution of Horror to dive deep into the second installment of Netflix's film trilogy event Fear Street. We're transported back to the 70s with more gore, some serious Camp Fear vibes, and loads of banging vintage tunes. Fear Street Part 2: 1978 is OUT NOW on Netflix. You can listen to the spoiler-free portion of our chat with Mike over on The Evolution of Horror. Support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating on your...
2021-07-1043 min
Caged In: Coppola ConnectionsCoppola Connections 07: Armageddon (1998) Becky DarkeThis week I'm joined by film writer, podcaster and 90's pop culture obsessive, Becky Darke to talk about Micheal Bay's flag waving, emotionally manipulative disaster movie ARMAGEDDON. We talk about Becky and her family's love for disaster movies, her Coppola credentials and of course Ben Affleck's teeth.Is this film streaming? CLICK HERE to find out.Hear my conversation with Mandy and Color out of Space Producer, Daniel Noah over on PATREON.BECKY DARKE on TWITTERBECKY DARKE on PATREONRAY HARRYHAUSEN VIDEO ESSAYDON...
2021-05-192h 18
Don't Point That Horror At MeDouble Date by Sinclair Smith: Part TwoJill and Becky are back to conclude their discussion of Sinclair Smith's Double Date (1998). Plus all the usual nineties film fun from Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. If you like what you hear, you can support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating on your podcast app. You can also donate at ko-fi.com/pointhorrorpod. Thank you! Follow us on...
2021-05-101h 39
Strong Language & Violent Scenes Podcast141 - Shocker (with Becky Darke)Happy Friday, CHUDs! The weekend is upon us and what better way to celebrate that than with EPISODE 141!
And joining us this week? She is one of the hosts on the excellent Point Horror podcast DON'T POINT THAT HORROR AT ME, as well as contributing regularly to The Evolution of Horror Podcast and Ghouls Magazine...
It's Becky Darke!
The film? SHOCKER!
Coming from that weird, fertile late-80's/early 90's period of Wes Craven films that also saw the release of The Serpent & The Rainbow and The People Under...
2021-03-121h 11
Strong Language & Violent Scenes Podcast141 - Shocker (with Becky Darke)Happy Friday, CHUDs! The weekend is upon us and what better way to celebrate that than with EPISODE 141!
And joining us this week? She is one of the hosts on the excellent Point Horror podcast DON'T POINT THAT HORROR AT ME, as well as contributing regularly to The Evolution of Horror Podcast and Ghouls Magazine...
It's Becky Darke!
The film? SHOCKER!
Coming from that weird, fertile late-80's/early 90's period of Wes Craven films that also saw the release of The Serpent & The Rainbow and The People Under...
2021-03-121h 11
The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastVAMPIRES 15 • The Bloodthirsty Trilogy (1970-74)I’m joined in this episode by writer and podcaster Becky Darke for a take on The Bloodthirsty Trilogy, which comprises The Vampire Doll (1970), Evil of Dracula (1971) and Lake of Dracula (1974). This season is made possible with the support of Arrow Video. Our pick this week is The Bloodythirsty Trilogy itself, a gorgeous edition that features all three films and a ton of exras. Produced and presented by Anna Bogutskaya. ***The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism.Find out more...
2021-02-2657 minBrain Rot - An 80s Horror PodcastPopcorn (1991) with Mike Muncer & Becky DarkeWassup Rotters! This week i'm joined by Mike Muncer (Evolution Of Horror)& Becky Darke to drag the 1991 postmodern slasher 'Popcorn' from its Canadian grave. We discuss the immersive horror cinema of William Castle and try to decide whether this film is supernatural or not. I still don't really know. I just know it's freaking awesome. Let us know what YOU think : SteviesBrainRot@gmail.com Check out Becky’s Patreon here: www.Patreon.com/bunnydarke You can find all of Mikes Evolution of Horror content here: www.evolutionofhorror.com Fin...
2021-02-211h 04
Don't Point That Horror At MeDouble Date by Sinclair Smith: Part OneBecky and Jill discuss Double Date by Sinclair Smith (1998) for a Valentine's Day special. Practical jokes abound and you know how much we love a prankster...! Will our protagonist Tracy be able to figure out what's a joke and what's real? Will the gang ever get some BBQ? Will this be the greatest Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones ever? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread...
2021-02-132h 42
The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastVAMPIRES 07 • XMAS SPECIAL • Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)Merry Christmas everyone! It’s Christmas Day, and we’re jumping away for a second from our regular programming to discuss a modern classic, Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992), a start-studded batshit masterpiece, one of the most faithful adaptations of Bram Stoker’s novel, a fever dream of a gothic horror that has a timeless love story at its heart. I’m joined in this episode by two extraordinary guests: writer and actor Isaura Barbé-Brown and writer and podcaster Becky Darke for a jumbo-sized episode about this batshit masterpiece with off the charts levels of intensity...
2020-12-251h 56
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Baby-sitter II by R.L. StineJill and Becky discuss the second book in R.L. Stine's classic series: The Baby-sitter II (1992). Jenny is in therapy after her terrifying encounter with the Hagans, she's been offered a new babysitting job and she's chucked Chuck for new bad-boy Cal. But is the kid she's looking after evil? Is her shrink stalking her? Are the boys in this book the best dressed ever? We find out! Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even...
2020-12-242h 40
Return to Eerie, IndianaCHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Gremlins (1984)Becky and Josh take a deep dive into Joe Dante's 1984 Christmas horror classic GREMLINS. Follow us to Kingston Falls as we spend the holidays with Gizmo, Billy, Kate, Mr Futterman, Mrs Deagle, Barney and the Peltzers. PLUS play along as Becky tests Josh's knowledge with a Gremlins quiz! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason...
2020-12-231h 58The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Possessor (2020)A bonus episode about the acclaimed sci-fi horror film Possessor, written and directed by Brandon Cronenberg. In Possessor, Tasya Vos, an elite, corporate assassin, takes control of other people's bodies using brain-implant technology to execute high-profile targets. Possessor is out now on VOD in the UK. Listen to our spoiler-free interview with Brandon Cronenberg. In this episode we're joined by critic and podcaster Becky Darke for a deep dive into the film. The first part of the episode is spoiler free. From 0:030:46 we will go into a spoilerific di...
2020-11-301h 12
Don't Point That Horror At MeTrick or Treat by Richie Tankersley CusickBecky and Jill discuss Trick or Treat by Richie Tankersley Cusick (1991). Martha is in a new (old creepy) house with a new family and SHE DOESN'T LIKE IT, OK?! Plus she thinks the house is haunted by a murdered girl who looks just like her. But it's not all bad news: there are new friends, a love interest, a sexy step-bro, pizza and... HALLOWEEN! Who really killed Elizabeth? What's going on in those woods? Who keeps turning out all the lights? We find out! Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic No...
2020-11-133h 03
Return to Eerie, IndianaHALLOWEEN SPECIAL: Hocus Pocus with Jill NolanWe're joined by podcaster and DJ Jill Nolan to chat about the 1993 Disney classic Hocus Pocus. Eerie stars Omri Katz and Jason Marsden team up once again - sort of - to defeat the Sanderson sisters, three Salem witches back from beyond the grave and bent on stealing the town's children. There's magic, incredible costumes, a talking cat, Doug Jones as a zombie, a big musical number... we may use the word 'iconic' once or twice. So form a calming circle and join us as we deep dive into this essential Halloween movie! If you like what...
2020-10-311h 38
Return to Eerie, IndianaEerie, Indiana: the round-upBecky and Josh look back at Eerie, Indiana - 19 episodes of weird and wonderful 90s joy. We chat favourite characters, guest appearances, key themes, top episodes... and more! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-10-161h 05The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastFEMALE MONSTERS 18 • Bride of Chucky (1998) + Annabelle (2014)We're joined by writer and podcaster Becky Darke to dive into a double-bill of creepy, possessed murder dolls. First up we'll discuss Bride of Chucky (1998) and from 0:31:00 we'll dive into Annabelle (2014). Digressions include: dolly sex, the Wanaverse and smooth jazz. *** The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism. Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. Support us on Patreon. The illustration of the cover is by Yas Aybar.
2020-10-0959 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaReality Takes a Holiday with Karl SchaeferAs our favourite show reaches its conclusion, Marshall is forced to question whether his life in Eerie is actually the elaborate imagining of a TV show writer called Jose Schaefer. But when Dash X is around, it's even harder to know what's real and what's make-believe. Becky and Josh discuss Reality Take a Holiday, and speak to co-creator Karl Schaefer about this iconic finale. If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh...
2020-10-091h 19The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastFEMALE MONSTERS 15 • Teeth (2007)We're joined by writer and podcaster Becky Darke to dive into the 2007 horror-comedy Teeth, in which teenage chastity advocate Dawn discovers she has a toothed vagina (the real-life incarnation of the 'vagina dentata' myth) when she becomes the object of male violence. Digressions include: WAP, Whitby and severed penises. 100% NSFW *** The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism. Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and...
2020-09-181h 05
The Ghost Story Book ClubJohn Charrington's Wedding & Hand-in-Glove: w. Becky DarkeIn Episode 3 join me, Adam Z. Robinson, and my guest, Becky Darke, as we discuss two classic ghost stories: John Charrington's Wedding by E. Nesbit & Hand in Glove by Elizabeth Bowen Becky Darke is a London-based podcaster and film reviewer. She produces and co-hosts the ‘90s pop-culture podcasts Don’t Point That Horror At Me and Return to Eerie, Indiana. She’s also a regular contributor to The Evolution of Horror and The Final Girls. You can find Becky’s written reviews on the FilmBusters and Zobo With A Shotgun websites. JOIN MY PATREON www.patreon...
2020-09-111h 31
Return to Eerie, IndianaZombies in PJs with Zena DixonWhen capitalism has you in its grip, the charming stranger offering to solve your problems can be too good to resist - even if he does have a ponytail and his first name is 'The'. Luckily Marshall and Simon are on hand to spot the Eerie weirdness and call out the bad guys. Plus Dash X gets up to some of his classic mischief, before showing he's a good kid after all. If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you!
2020-08-281h 00
Return to Eerie, IndianaInterview with Jason MarsdenJosh and Becky are joined by the grey-haired kid, AKA Dash X, AKA Jason Marsden! We had so much fun chatting to Jason about Eerie, Hocus Pocus, his online variety show, quarantine recommendations... and more! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Our guest is Jason Marsden. Check out Jason's Instagram and Mars Presents on YouTube. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by...
2020-08-2139 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastFEMALE MONSTERS 10 • Bride of Re-Animator (1990) + Return of the Living Dead III (1993)We're joined by writer and podcaster Becky Darke to dive into two zombies of a very different ilk: Bride of Re-Animator (1990) and Return of the Living Dead III (1993), both directed by Brian Yuzna. We chat about the homage to Bride of Frankenstein (1935), Herbert West's hubris, the Bride's look and the literal monster mash. In the second part of the episode (0:39:50) we move onto Return of the Living Dead III, talking about Julie and her 'bad girl' look, her teenage death wish, and the way that transformation scene. Digressions include: early YouTube, Jack Off Jill, Marisa's...
2020-08-141h 15
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe Loyal Order of CornMarshall, Simon and the newly-named Dash X get wrapped up with some alien weirdness involving lots of corn, crystals and, most alarmingly, the patriarchy. Mysteries and novelty hats abound! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Our guest is Michael Varrati. Check out Michael's quarantine horror short Unusual Attachment and podcast Dead for Filth. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read.
2020-08-0852 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaNo Brain, No PainMarshall and Simon encounter a homeless man/axe murderer/liberal/genius and a woman with so many names and looks we can't keep up. The kid with the grey hair is still causing mischief and then proving he's alright after all. Oh and, is it just destiny, destiny? Or is it just a game in my mind, Sharona? If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on...
2020-07-3135 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • Host (2020)We're joined by podcaster and writer Becky Darke to discuss in detail the brand new horror film, and the first-ever Zoom horror, Host (2020). Six friends get together during lockdown for their weekly zoom call. It's Haley’s turn to organise an activity and instead of a quiz, she’s arranged for a Medium to conduct a séanceHost is streaming now on Shudder. *** The Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism. Find out more about our projects here: thefinalgirls.co.uk
2020-07-3034 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaMr Chaney with Adam RobinsonIt's a full moon and it's all getting a bit hairy. If the Harvest King isn't sacrificed to the wolf, the crops will fail. Also, whose side is the Grey Haired Kid on anyway?! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Our guest is Adam Robinson. Check out The Ghost Story Book Club and The Book of Darkness & Light. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram.
2020-07-241h 14
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe Hole in the Head Gang with Ryan LarsonMarshall and Simon are investigating their 51st haunted structure in Eerie, and find more than they bargained for: a pale-haired stranger with a gruff voice and no memory. Plus an actual cowboy ghost. And what's going on with Radford?! If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Our guest is Ryan Larson. Check out Ghastly Grinning, We Are Horror, and Keep Screaming. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and...
2020-07-171h 14
Return to Eerie, IndianaTornado DaysOld Bob hits town and brings with him a Tornado Rider and plenty of laughs. Plus Syndi is THRIVING. If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a five-star rating. Thank you! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-07-1039 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaMarshall's Theory of BelievabilityFinally, someone has rolled into Eerie who may believe Marshall and Simon about the town's weird goings-on. Professor Zirchon is the hero these boys need, but is he all he appears? And what has really landed in the woods that has got the townsfolk so excited? Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins. If you like what you hear, support our podcast and spread the word by leaving us a nice review and a...
2020-07-0351 min
Snakebite Horrorcast NetworkFRANCHISE PLAYERS - CHILDS PLAY FEAT BECKY DARKE The Frachise Player duo jump right into a brand new franchise. In this new series Mark and Chloe watch through the Chucky Franchise starting with Child's Play.HOWEVER they are not alone as they are joined by the co host of the Don't Point Your Horror at Me Podcast Becky Darke.Don't Point That Horror At Me Podcast -https://linktr.ee/pointhorrorpodPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/snakebitehorrorcast?fan_landing=trueGroovie Movie Reviews
2020-06-291h 08
Return to Eerie, IndianaInterview with Joe DanteBecky and Josh are joined by the legend Joe Dante, the Creative Consultant of Eerie, Indiana and director of five episodes. But it’s his career as a film director that may have your jaw dropping into your decomposed sandwich: Piranha, The Howling, Innerspace, The 'Burbs, Gremlins and Gremlins 2: The New Batch, Matinee, Small Soldiers, The Hole, Burying the Ex, and segments in Twilight Zone: The Movie and Nightmare Cinema. Among many others. He’s also a producer, editor, actor and podcaster in his own right, as co-host of The Movies That Made Me, and creat...
2020-06-1340 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe 'Burbs with Mike MuncerBecky and Josh are joined by their pal Mike Muncer, host of the brilliant The Evolution of Horror podcast, to chat about Joe Dante's 1989 film The 'Burbs. *SPOILER WARNING* WE DISCUSS THE FILM IN DETAIL FROM THE BEGINNING OF THIS EPISODE SO IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN IT AND DON'T WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS - GO WATCH IT FIRST! (YOU WON'T REGRET IT) Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins. Our guest...
2020-06-121h 06
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe Lost HourGrumpy about being denied an extra hour by Eerie's lack of daylight saving, Marshall decides to take the ultimate step in teenage rebellion... he sets his watch back anyway! Thrown into another timeline, our hero only has so long to avoid the creepy garbage men, solve the mystery of the elderly milkman, and save the girl. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-06-0548 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Perfume by Caroline B. CooneyJill and Becky discuss The Perfume by Caroline B. Cooney (1993). Dove is a sweet only-child until she buys an intoxicating perfume from an emo shop and things get crowded. Will Dove be able to keep her mind and body for herself? Is there really someone else sharing her thoughts and actions, or is she losing her mind? Is there anything worse than a date at 5AM?! We find out. Plus all the usual '90s love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic No.1s and Becky's Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though...
2020-05-312h 33
Return to Eerie, IndianaInterview with Karl SchaeferBecky and Josh have the huge privilege of welcoming to this week's show the executive producer and co-creator of Eerie, Indiana: Karl Schaefer! Karl's work as a writer and producer has created some of the most thrilling and imaginative genre television of the last three decades. Not only the creative mind behind such cult faves as 'Strange Luck' and 'A Town Called Eureka', in recent years he brought the fun back to the zombie genre with 'Z Nation' and subsequent prequel series 'Black Summer'. But before things got dead scary, they got a little weird first, when...
2020-05-2958 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaWho's WhoWhat if you could draw life how you wanted it to be and it actually came true?! This week, Marshall and Simon discover exactly what that kind of power can bring - some laughs, and some scary possibilities for the Tellers. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-05-2249 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastHERE BE WITCHES 25 • Top 13 WitchesWe've come to the end of our season about witches! In this final episode, we round up and celebrate our favourite 13 witches from film and TV. Anna is joined by frequent guest and podcaster extraordinaire Becky Darke to countdown to our top, indisputable, all-time Best Witch Film Ever. We will be back in June with a new season. Let us know what you think of the podcast and this series by rating it r leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts. Our special guest this episode is Becky Darke, follow her work on @bunnydarke and...
2020-05-151h 33
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe Dead LetterAn old book holds a surprise for Marshall and Simon, and that surprise is Tobey Maguire! Ghost love, Spielberg nods, and plot inconsistencies are on the cards in this week's episode. Will romance win out, or will the milk truck of death get in the way once again? Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-05-1539 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaBroken RecordEerie weirdness has even infected the show schedule now... where should this one even go?! A kid called Todd McNulty is having a tough time at home and turns to punk music as an escape. Are the effects really down to subliminal messaging on Todd's records, or is something more sinister to blame? Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-05-0854 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeKrazy 4 U by A. BatesWE'RE BACK! Season 2 starts with a later entry in the Point Horror canon, 1997's Krazy 4 U. Abbie's just a normal girl but someone thinks she's pretty special... special enough to terrorise. A speeding car, some threatening notes, some slashed up photos and a lot of missing sweatshirts... will Abbie's obsession with health food save her from the krazy stalker making her life a misery? We find out! Plus all the usual nineties love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books...
2020-04-302h 40
Return to Eerie, IndianaHeart on a ChainIt's a matter of love and death this week. Marshall has a crush and there's tragedy looming. A change of pace, but just as weird as ever. This is Eerie, Indiana after all. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-04-2459 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaInterview with Justin ShenkarowBecky and Josh speak to actor and producer Justin Shenkarow, who plays (our favourite) Simon Holmes in Eerie, Indiana. We chat about casting, Justin's #1 episode of the show, what it was like to work with the other actors, true crime podcasts, The 'Burbs, Simon potentially running for Mayor of Eerie, and of course, the idea of bringing back the show! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Our guest is Justin Shenkarow. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read.
2020-04-2150 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaJust Say No FunTime for your eye exam! Nurse Nancy is turning the school kids of Eerie into mindless, funless zombies and only Marshall can stop her. Where's Simon, you ask? He's a zombie too! But maybe the oldest joke in the book can snap him out of the desire to study and back to his funloving self. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-04-1749 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaScariest Home VideosIt's Halloween! And what better way to spend the best night of the year than... inside babysitting a troublesome toddler? But fear not, dear listener, the weirdness of Eerie will always find Marshall and Simon, even when they're stuck indoors. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-04-1048 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe LosersThings keep going missing and with this being Eerie, Indiana there must be something weird going on. A biker gang, some suspicious laundry and some banana goop are all clues this week, as we pay a visit to the Bureau of Lost. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-04-0337 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaATM With A Heart Of GoldSimon has a new friend and is living the high life, but can a friendship with a cash machine ever really work out? And what effect will this new bond have on the town of Eerie, Indiana?! Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-03-2745 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaThe RetainerWe get some orthodontic work done and meet Steve, a new buddy for Marshall and Simon... but something tells us they're not going to be lifelong friends. Ooh and doesn't that French poodle look familiar? Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-03-2038 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaForever WareWe're introduced to the 'centre of weirdness for the universe' and some of its unusual inhabitants. Like a woman with a particular passion for food storage and her twin boys who seem somehow stuck in the past... but what's their secret? Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Follow @eerieindianapod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-03-1346 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeTEASER: RETURN TO EERIE, INDIANABecky and Josh watch the iconic opening credits of the classic 90s TV show Eerie, Indiana. We chat Marshall and the Teller family, Simon, Elvis, Bigfoot, the twins, the mummy, the paper route and MORE! Return to Eerie, Indiana starts Friday 13 March. SUBSCRIBE NOW to get all upcoming episodes.
2020-03-1012 min
Return to Eerie, IndianaTEASER: RETURN TO EERIE, INDIANABecky and Josh watch the iconic opening credits of the classic 90s TV show Eerie, Indiana and chat Marshall and the Teller family, Simon, Elvis, Bigfoot, the twins, the mummy, the paper route, and MORE! Return to Eerie, Indiana starts Friday 13 March. SUBSCRIBE NOW to get all upcoming episodes. FOLLOW US on Twitter and Instagram. Hosted by Becky Darke and Josh Tonks. Music by Jason Read. Logo design by Stu Collins.
2020-03-0812 minThe Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastBONUS • The Invisible Man (2020) + Interview with Leigh WhannellToday, we take a little detour from our series dedicated to exploring witches onscreen to bring you a bonus episode about the new film by writer-director Leigh Whannell (Saw, Insidious, Upgrade). The first part of the episode features podcaster Becky Darke (@bunnydarke) on how The Invisible Man updates a classic monster, we gush about Elisabeth Moss, and how tension is built from the first moment. The first part of the conversation will be spoiler-free and we'll make it clear when the spoiler-chat begins! In the second part of the episode you’ll hear my inte...
2020-02-271h 14
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Snowman by R.L. StineBecky and Jill chat about The Snowman by R.L. Stine (1992). Heather hates her home life and her job and is kind of bored of her boyf. So when self-named Snowman comes into her life it's the boost of excitement she needs... or so she thinks. Will someone get away with murder? Will Aunt Belle's life improve exponentially? Why is Kim's voice so hoarse? WE FIND OUT! With a special guest appearance from Becky's chest infection. Plus all the usual nineties love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office. FYI it gets...
2020-01-312h 52The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastHERE BE WITCHES 08 • Buffy the Vampire Slayer (1997-2003) with Becky DarkeIn our first episode of 2020, we dive in our first TV show AND a Very Important One at that: Buffy the Vampire Slayer. The beloved cult TV series, created by Joss Whedon, ran for seven seasons from 1997 til its finale in 2003. The series’ protagonist is the titular Buffy, a teenage girl trying to make sense of high school whilst also grappling with being the Slayer, the latest in a long line of young women chosen by fate to battle against vampires, demons, and other forces of darkness. We’re going to be specifically focusing on how...
2020-01-031h 36
Don't Point That Horror At MeMinisode: Our 2019 in Point HorrorJill and Becky look back over the podcast's first year. We rank the books covered so far. Pick some favourite 90s films and tunes. Throw out some big thank yous. And reminisce on a pretty fun 2019 in the world of Point Horror podcasting! JOIN US.
2019-12-3144 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeFreeze Tag by Caroline B. CooneyJill and Becky chat about Caroline B. Cooney’s stone-cold classic Freeze Tag (1993). Meghan and West are head over heels for each other but Lannie is having none of it. Will young love win the day? Will the neighbourhood ever be the same? Will West ever get his truck fixed? We find out! Plus all the usual nineties fun with Lipgloss Jill’s Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky’s Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. If you...
2019-12-102h 32The Final Girls: A Horror Film PodcastHERE BE WITCHES 03 • Bell, Book and Candle (1958) with Becky DarkeThe Final Girls are a UK-based film collective exploring the intersections of horror film and feminism. In this episode, we discuss the Classic Hollywood romantic comedy Bell, Book and Candle, which stars legends Kim Novak, James Stewart and Jack Lemmon. Anna is joined by podcaster Becky Darke to discuss the the dark undertones of a seemingly fluffy romcom, the aspirational 'cool witch', the feline character design of Gillian, a coven not afraid of using their powers to have a nice time and why the witch must choose between power and love. *** To coincide...
2019-11-1536 min
Don't Point That Horror At MeHalloween Night II by R. L. StineIt's PART TWO of our HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! And part two of R. L. Stine's classic Halloween Night double. Brenda and Halley are back and up against a brand new murderous adversary. Plus all the usual nineties love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office features. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Edited by Becky Darke Logo designed by Stuart Collins
2019-10-312h 25
Don't Point That Horror At MeHalloween Night by R.L. StineIt's PART ONE of our HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! And part one of R. L. Stine's classic Halloween Night double. Becky and Jill chat all things All Hallows, as Brenda and Halley battle it out over rotting jack o' lanterns, headless birds and goofy two-timing boys. Plus all the usual nineties love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office features. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Edited by Becky Darke
2019-10-303h 15
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Lifeguard by Richie Tankersley CusickJill and Becky chat about the RTC fan-favourite The Lifeguard (1991). Kelsey's having a questionable holiday on an island considering she has a mortal fear of swimming but luckily there are lots of handsome lifeguards to keep her mind off the recurring nightmares. But a girl has gone missing and there's a 'creepy old man' who keeps chasing Kelsey around the cliffs. Which lifeguard will she end up snogging, and which one is trying to kill her? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our...
2019-08-222h 29Don't Point That Horror At MeCamp Fear by Carol EllisWe finally get drunk and don't like a book. Singalongs! Yawning! The possible beginnings of a Mr Drummond fan club! All this and more as Jill and Becky chat about Camp Fear (1994) by Carol Ellis. Plus all the usual nineties love with Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office. FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Edited by Becky Darke Logo designed by Stuart Collins
2019-07-072h 57
Don't Point That Horror At MeSpring Break by Barbara SteinerBecky and Jill chat about Barbara Steiner's 'Spring Break' (1996). Five pals head to the beach and end up staying in a haunted house. But is it really a ghost? How many Big Macs is too many Big Macs? What’s so fascinating out at sea that people keep staring at it? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Edited by Becky Darke Logo designed by Stuart Collins
2019-06-132h 35
Don't Point That Horror At MeApril Fools by Richie Tankersley CusickA slightly odd format this month as Becky kinda starts us off and Jill sorta brings us home, with a reveal towards the end! Plus Lipgloss Jill's Nostalgic Number Ones and Becky's Box Office return with some big hitters and some surprises. Belinda knows she was involved in a fatal prank but who else knows? Is Noel the romantic dreamboat he appears? Will we get our first ever Point Horror sex scene? All this and more in April Fools (1991) by Richie Tankersley Cusick.
2019-05-072h 35
Don't Point That Horror At MeFunhouse by Diane HohJill and Becky chat about Diane Hoh's 'Funhouse' (1990). The Devil’s Elbow rollercoaster has flown off its tracks and Tess is sure it wasn’t an accident. Is The Boardwalk really being terrorised by a maniac? What’s with the mysterious journal in the attic? How are there two people called Guy Joe? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Edited by Becky Darke Logo designed by Stuart C
2019-03-312h 08
Don't Point That Horror At MeMy Secret Admirer by Carol EllisBecky and Jill chat (at length!) about Carol Ellis' 'My Secret Admirer' (1991). Jenny's new in town with only her dog and a few 'friends' for company, when a horrible accident occurs. But there's also someone leaving flirty messages and gifts. Can Jenny trust this mysterious boy? Was there really a scream during that storm? Will Peaches ever be allowed to feel comfortable in her own body? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Tw...
2019-02-282h 11
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Cheerleader by Caroline B. CooneyJill and Becky chat about Caroline B. Cooney's 'The Cheerleader' (1992). Althea doesn't have any friends - or parents - but she does have a vampire that lives in her tower room. She longs for popularity, which the vampire can give in exchange for Althea's classmates. How far will she go to maintain her new cheerleader status? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Produced by Mike Muncer from...
2019-01-261h 09
Don't Point That Horror At MeThe Baby-sitter by R.L. StineJill and Becky chat about R.L. Stine's 1991 classic 'The Baby-sitter'. Jenny's got a new babysitting job but there's an attacker on the loose and she's getting threatening phone calls. Who could it be? Chuck the class clown and dubious love-interest? Mike the neurotic dad? Willers the creepy neighbour? Donny the six-year-old with a penchant for horror VHS? We find out! FYI it gets a bit sweary so even though Point Horror books are suitable for younger readers, our podcast might not be! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Produced by Mike...
2019-01-261h 10