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Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsMonthly Spooky | Spontaneous Combustion, Haunted Funeral Homes, and Killer SquirrelsIn the July edition of Monthly Spooky, Henrique and Michelle serve up a hot mix of the bizarre and the hilarious. From terrifying real-world mysteries to strange animal behavior, this episode is bursting with the eerie, the absurd, and the unexplainable:🕯️ Spontaneous Human Combustion – Is it real or just strange pseudoscience? Henrique and Michelle discuss real cases and the science (or lack thereof) behind one of the most unsettling phenomena in paranormal lore.🐝 Bees Gone Wild in NYC – Swarms of bees took over parts of New York City. We explore how and why it happe...
2025-07-282h 07
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban Legends5 Terrifying Tales of Survival and FearAre the monsters gone… or have they just learned to hide?In this chilling episode of Weekly Spooky, host Henrique Couto presents five horrifying stories where creatures of legend and nightmare emerge from the shadows to torment the living. Whether they come from the forest, the snow, or your deepest fears—these monsters are hungry… and they walk among us.🩸 This episode includes:The God Tongue by Dan WilderA mute hermit living deep in the forest must face his violent past and the monstrous force tie...
2025-05-022h 14
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | The Crow (1994) Love, Vengeance, and Rain-Soaked Justice“Buildings Burn, People Die, But Real Love is Forever!”We’re closing out April Showers in unforgettable fashion—with a rain-drenched, emotionally charged 90s classic that’s also one of Henrique’s all-time favorite films. Join Henrique and David as they descend into the stormy streets of Detroit for a tale of loss, vengeance, and gothic heroism in 1994’s The Crow. Directed by Alex Proyas and starring Brandon Lee, Michael Wincott, and Ernie Hudson, this supernatural action film tells the story of musician Eric...
2025-04-252h 21
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsRoad to Perdition (2002) Redemption, Rain, and Ruthless Fathers“There are only murderers in this room! Michael! Open your eyes! This is the life we chose, the life we lead. And there is only one guarantee: none of us will see heaven.”April Showers roll on, and this week Henrique and David are heading to Rock Island, Illinois for a rainy, emotionally charged journey into organized crime and father-son bonds. We’re diving deep into Sam Mendes’ 2002 neo-noir masterpiece Road to Perdition—a film soaked in atmosphere, grief, and some of the most stunning cinematography in modern cinema. Set in...
2025-04-151h 40
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | Return of the Living Dead (1985) - Brains, Punk, and Chaos!"This movie has everything, thrills, chills, and chemical spills." - DavidApril Showers bring... zombies? We're diving headfirst into a rain-soaked night of punk, terror, and outrageous undead mayhem with one of the most iconic zombie films of all time—The Return of the Living Dead (1985)! This cult classic is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and we're joining Henrique and David in Louisville, Kentucky, where gas leaks, graveyards, and brain-hungry corpses collide.Directed by Dan O’Bannon and starring Clu Gulager, James Karen, and Thom Matthews, this film redefined zombie cinema with a blend of slapstick comedy, punk rock ener...
2025-04-112h 24
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsReturn of the Living Dead (1985) - Brains, Punk, and Chaos!"This movie has everything, thrills, chills, and chemical spills." - DavidApril Showers bring... zombies? We're diving headfirst into a rain-soaked night of punk, terror, and outrageous undead mayhem with one of the most iconic zombie films of all time—The Return of the Living Dead (1985)! This cult classic is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and we're joining Henrique and David in Louisville, Kentucky, where gas leaks, graveyards, and brain-hungry corpses collide.Directed by Dan O’Bannon and starring Clu Gulager, James Karen, and Thom Matthews, this film redefined zombie cinema with a blend of slapstick comedy, punk rock ener...
2025-04-082h 24
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsHard Rain (1998) – Explosive Action in a Flooded Town!“Look! We just want the money! You guys can walk away, we won’t kill you!” A new month means a brand-new theme, and for April, we’re diving into “April Showers”—a month dedicated to films set in rainy, storm-drenched worlds! This week, Henrique and David head to Huntingburg, Indiana, where the rain is relentless and the stakes are sky-high in the 1998 action thriller Hard Rain. With three million dollars on the line, a flood swallowing the town, and double-crosses everywhere, this movie is pure 90s adrenaline...
2025-04-011h 42Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsMonthly Spooky | Haunted Houses, Stolen Artwork, and April Fool’s Gone WrongWelcome to another chilling chapter of Monthly Spooky — the horror talk show where it’s Halloween all year long! Hosted by filmmaker and frightmaster Henrique Couto, alongside co-host Michelle, this month’s episode is packed with creepy news, unsettling stories, and some pitch-black humor just in time for April.👻 In This Episode:• Real ghost hunters from the UK claim physical attacks during an investigation 👻• A Scottish couple fears a haunting may be preventing them from starting a family• April Fool’s pranks that went way too far — from radio...
2025-03-311h 46
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | A Nasty Piece of Work (2019) – Corporate Chaos Meets Holiday Horror“Brave Solutions, Steadfast Commitment!”We’ve reached the final episode of our “March Into the Dark” series, and we’re going out with a bang! This week, Henrique and David head to the hills of California for a holiday gathering that turns into a twisted competition you won’t forget. 🎬 In 2019’s A Nasty Piece of Work, a private equity boss invites employees to a Christmas party… but instead of eggnog and small talk, they’re thrown into a deadly game for a shot at promotion.Direc...
2025-03-281h 44
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsA Nasty Piece of Work (2019) – Corporate Chaos Meets Holiday Horror“Brave Solutions, Steadfast Commitment!” We’ve reached the final episode of our “March Into the Dark” series, and we’re going out with a bang! This week, Henrique and David head to the hills of California for a holiday gathering that turns into a twisted competition you won’t forget. 🎬 In 2019’s A Nasty Piece of Work, a private equity boss invites employees to a Christmas party… but instead of eggnog and small talk, they’re thrown into a deadly game for a shot at promotion. Dire...
2025-03-261h 44
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | I’m Just F*cking With You (2019) – The Ultimate April Fools’ Nightmare!“You need to learn to take a joke!”March Into the Dark continues as we dive back into the underrated Blumhouse horror anthology on Hulu!This time, Henrique and David head to California for an April Fools’ Day from Hell—where pranks turn into something far more sinister. 🎬 A pair of siblings check into a secluded motel, only to endure a night of terrifying practical jokes that go way too far in 2019’s I’m Just F*cking With You!Direc...
2025-03-211h 49
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsI’m Just F*cking With You (2019) – The Ultimate April Fools’ Nightmare!“You need to learn to take a joke!” March Into the Dark continues as we dive back into the underrated Blumhouse horror anthology on Hulu!This time, Henrique and David head to California for an April Fools’ Day from Hell—where pranks turn into something far more sinister. 🎬 A pair of siblings check into a secluded motel, only to endure a night of terrifying practical jokes that go way too far in 2019’s I’m Just F*cking With You!Di...
2025-03-181h 49
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | Down (2019) – A Valentine’s Day Nightmare in an Elevator!“Where’s Eddie?”“Eddie split.”March is here, and that means it’s time to March Into the Dark! This month, we’re diving deep into the severely underrated Blumhouse horror anthology, Into the Dark (Hulu).This week, Henrique and David take us to Chicago to break down one of the biggest surprises from Season 1—a tense, unpredictable horror thriller that keeps you guessing.🎬 Stranded in an elevator over Valentine’s Day weekend, two coworkers face unexpected twists and deadly turns in 2019’s DOWN!
2025-03-071h 24
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsDown (2019) – A Valentine’s Day Nightmare in an Elevator!“Where’s Eddie?”“Eddie split.” March is here, and that means it’s time to March Into the Dark! This month, we’re diving deep into the severely underrated Blumhouse horror anthology, Into the Dark (Hulu). This week, Henrique and David take us to Chicago to break down one of the biggest surprises from Season 1—a tense, unpredictable horror thriller that keeps you guessing. 🎬 Stranded in an elevator over Valentine’s Day weekend, two coworkers face unexpected twists and deadly turns in 2019’s DOWN! ...
2025-03-041h 24
This Show is AwkwardBanana Fish- Final Discussion (This is it, I promise!)I put this on the feed because this is almost like a reunion show :-)I sit down with my human friend Henrique Couto to get his thoughts on the anime, which I, for all intents and purposes, forced him to watch. In his own words: "TLDR: glad Ash is dead." Also, we start 86 on March 13th! It's almost like they were paving concrete over the garden of Ash's spirit: michelle.a.eem@gmail.com
2025-03-031h 08
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBeware the Ides of March! Horrors of Vengeance!**Beware the Ides of March - A Chilling Compilation**Step into the eerie shadows of "Weekly Spooky," where host Henrique Couto invites you to contemplate the haunting resonance of fate and retribution in this special compilation, "Beware the Ides of March." This captivating episode presents a chilling series of tales that intertwine themes of vengeance, remorse, and the sinister implications of choices made under duress.As the episode unfolds, listeners are treated to a narrative rich in suspense and dark twists that echo the famous cautionary adage, "Beware the Ides of March." Henrique sets the tone...
2025-02-282h 13
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsTuff Turf (1985) A Cult Classic Breakdown!"Son, Life is not a problem to be solved. It's a mystery to be lived."We’re wrapping up our February lineup with a true cult classic that’s as wild as the streets of Los Angeles—and this one’s a listener request!This week, join Henrique and David as they dive headfirst into the chaotic, underseen gem that is 1985’s Tuff Turf.🎥 New to L.A., Morgan Hiller faces off against a gang of bullies after catching the eye of their leader’s girlfriend, Frankie. It’s a gritty, mid-80s fever dream directed by...
2025-02-251h 54
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsCutting Deep Into Horror | It Comes at Night (2017)Welcome back to another spine-tingling episode of **Cutting Deep into Horror**, where your hosts, Henrique Couto and Rachael Redolfi, shine a light on the darkest corners of horror cinema. This week, they're diving into the chilling 2017 film *It Comes at Night*, a psychological horror experience that explores themes of fear, paranoia, and the fragility of human relationships in the face of an unseen threat.As they set the stage for their discussion, Henrique and Rachael share their initial thoughts on the film, which was released by A24 during the rise of "elevated horror." They unpack the unique blend...
2025-02-211h 38
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsTerrifying & True | The Hidden Monster: The Crimes of Charlie BrandtJoin us in the heart-wrenching and chilling episode of Terrifying and True, we delve into the harrowing life and crimes of Charlie Brandt. A tale steeped in tragedy and hidden monstrosity, Brandt's journey from a seemingly ordinary youth in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to a serial murderer in Florida raises unsettling questions about the duality of human nature and the horrors hidden beneath the surface of everyday life.🎧 Listen now and subscribe for more horror!🎉 Unlock bonus content and support us on Patreon!📬Contact Us / Submit Your StoryTwitter: @WeeklySpookyFacebook: facebook.com/WeeklySpo...
2025-02-1722 min
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsValentine's Day (2010) Love, Star Power & Rom-Coms!“To some people, love doesn’t exist unless you acknowledge it in front of other people.” 💘 Love is in the air this week as we approach February 14th, so why not celebrate with a romantic comedy that was a first-time watch for Henrique? Join Henrique and David as they take to the streets of Los Angeles, California, exploring a star-studded ensemble cast and a storyline filled with laughs, heart, and tangled love stories. Valentine’s Day (2010) brings together intertwining couples and singles...
2025-02-112h 00
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsGroundhog Day (1993) Time Loops, Character Growth & Endless Winters"Well... it's Groundhog Day... again." ⏳February is here, and what better way to start the month than with a classic time-looping comedy?This week, Henrique and David travel to Punxsutawney, PA, where the weather forecast is repetitive, but the lessons are timeless.Join us as we break down the 1993 masterpiece Groundhog Day—directed by Harold Ramis and starring Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, and Chris Elliott—and explore why it remains one of the greatest comedies of all time.🕰️ In This Episode:🎬 David's (very) late discovery of this beloved classic📖 The deeper lesson behind Phil Connors’ character arc⏳ How...
2025-02-041h 42
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsDo You Even Movie? | Confessions of a Serial Killer (1985)"Seems like killing for me is just like breathin' for everybody else. Just can't live without doin' it all the time."We’re wrapping up Cold-Blooded January with an unforgettable dive into true crime horror! This week, join Henrique and David as they travel to 1970s Texas to discuss Confessions of a Serial Killer (1985), a chilling film inspired by the true crimes of Henry Lee Lucas. This hidden gem is often overshadowed by Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer but offers a raw, horrifyingly authentic portrayal of evil that demands your attention—especially with its newly released Director’s Cut.Episod...
2025-01-311h 28
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsConfessions of a Serial Killer (1985) The Underrated Henry Lee Lucas Horror Film"Seems like killing for me is just like breathin' for everybody else. Just can't live without doin' it all the time."We’re wrapping up Cold-Blooded January with an unforgettable dive into true crime horror! This week, join Henrique and David as they travel to 1970s Texas to discuss Confessions of a Serial Killer (1985), a chilling film inspired by the true crimes of Henry Lee Lucas. This hidden gem is often overshadowed by Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer but offers a raw, horrifyingly authentic portrayal of evil that demands your attention—especially with its newly released Director’s Cut.Episod...
2025-01-281h 28
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBest of 2024: Never Bet The Devil Your HeadJoin us tonight on Weekly Spooky, hosted by Henrique Couto, as we dive into the eerie world of Edgar Allan Poe with a narration of the lesser-known tale, Never Bet the Devil Your Head. This darkly humorous and surreal story is a perfect blend of Poe’s wit, macabre style, and moral undertones.Henrique uncovers the story of Toby Dammit, whose reckless gambling habit leads to a chilling confrontation with the supernatural.Expect vivid descriptions, sharp social commentary, and a tale that embodies Poe’s mastery of dark storytelling.Subscribe to Weekly Spooky for an u...
2025-01-2428 min
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBest of 2024: Last Flight Out - A Haunting Tale of Love, Loss, and Mystery in the SkiesWelcome to another spine-chilling episode of Weekly Spooky, where our esteemed host, Henrique Couto, guides you through the shadowy realms of horror that linger in the fringes of our imagination. In tonight's captivating narrative, we delve deep into a tale that gripped audiences when it first debuted in 2023, brought to life by none other than Charles Campbell, the head of the Horror 421 podcast. This story, titled “The Last Flight Out,” is not just a flight through the skies but a harrowing journey into the depths of human emotion and the unforeseen terrors that can unfold in mere moments.As w...
2025-01-2034 min
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBest of 2024: Zombies! Ghosts! Killer Bugs! Maniacs!Welcome back, my spookies! Tonight, we delve into the bone-chilling universe of Weekly Spooky, expertly crafted by the eerie voice of your host and narrator, Henrique Couto. As we journey into the sixth year of this phenomenal podcast, we pause to reminisce about the thrilling horror tales unearthed during the prior year, 2024, showcasing a rich harvest of storytelling from new and familiar authors alike.In the episode, we commence with an enticing narrative titled "Terror on Your Radio Dial" by Bruce Haney, where we meet 12-year-old Josh, a boy whose fascination with the supernatural transports him from the...
2025-01-172h 02
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsA Simple Plan (1998) The Ultimate Winter Crime Thriller by Sam Raimi"What if you were walking in the woods... and you found a bag full of money—say $4 million. Would you keep it?"Cold Blooded January continues with another chilling addition to your Winter thriller lineup! This week, Henrique and David travel to the snowy hills of Wisconsin to discuss A Simple Plan (1998), a criminally underrated gem of the late 90s.Directed by Sam Raimi and starring Bill Paxton, Bridget Fonda, and Billy Bob Thornton, A Simple Plan tells the gripping story of two brothers and their friend, who stumble upon millions of dollars in lost cash. Their decision to keep th...
2025-01-141h 28
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBest of 2024 | Slasher: Valentine Screams - When Movies Get DEADLYIn this thrilling episode of Weekly Spooky, host and narrator Henrique Couto invites you into a world of blood-soaked horror and captivating tales. Join him as he celebrates the past year's twisted accomplishments in the realm of horror. The star of the night is the novella-length episode, "Slasher Valentine Screams," penned by the brilliant Rob Fields, a revered figure in the genre and the mastermind behind the Strickfield Universe. If you’ve missed this spine-chilling narrative, now's your perfect chance for a heart-pounding return.As we dive into "Slasher Valentine Screams," we meet Vicki Valentine—the quintessential scream quee...
2025-01-131h 30
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsPortals: Vampires, Revenge, and Redemption! - Full MiniseriesTonight, we delve deep into the intricate web of horror, betrayal, and the supernatural, led by our charismatic host and narrator, Henrique Couto. In this mesmerizing episode of "Weekly Spooky," we revisit the haunting miniseries "Portals," a tale dripping with multidimensional suspense that intertwines the worlds of vengeance, vampire lore, and the resilience of friendship.As we plunge into the story, we are reintroduced to Ariel Mirren, a young woman grappling with the monstrous legacy of her mother, the manipulative Adrienne. With the chilling revelation that she was once a pawn used to forge power and prestige, Ariel’s...
2025-01-102h 11
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsWind River (2017) A Chilling Neo-Western Masterpiece by Taylor SheridanCold Blooded January Kicks Off with Wind River!"This isn't the land of waiting for back up. This is the land of you're on your own."Welcome to 2025! We’re starting the new year with Cold Blooded January, a month-long celebration of chilling Winter and Snow-themed thrillers. This week, Henrique and David dive into one of the best Neo-Westerns of the last decade: Wind River (2017).Set in the harsh, unforgiving landscapes of Wyoming, Wind River tells the gripping story of an FBI agent and a seasoned game tracker teaming up to solve the murder of...
2025-01-071h 43
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsBest of 2024 | I Used to Work in a Fire Tower with a Strange Set of RulesTonight's episode of Weekly Spooky plunges listeners into the realm of the uncanny and the terrifying as our host and narrator, Henrique Couto, once again captivates with a tale bound to send shivers down your spine. In this thrilling episode, entitled "I Used to Work in a Fire Tower with a Strange Set of Rules," authored by Michael Kelso, we are transported to a night filled with unexplainable events and an atmosphere thick with suspense.Henrique kicks off the episode by reflecting on the seduction of fear and the importance of embracing the terrors of the past. With 2025...
2025-01-061h 13
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsGet Crazy (1983) Lost Slapstick Humor from the Era of Airplane!"Dying? Just another step on the journey, man!" We have reached the end of December and that means a New Year is upon us so let's close out this year with a REAL party of a film! This week, we're joining Henrique and David in Los Angeles, CA for an 80s New Years Eve Concert full of sex, drugs, rock & roll, and nonstop slapstick humor! Mega-promoter Colin Beverly plans to sabotage the New Year's 1983 concert of small-time operator Max Wolfe. Wolfe's assistants Neil Allen and Willie Loman find romance while trying to save the drugs, violence, and rock a...
2024-12-311h 21
Weekly Spooky: Scary Horror Stories — Ghosts, Monsters & Urban LegendsFive Tales for New Years Terror!Tonight, we journey into the heart of darkness with your hauntingly mesmerizing host and narrator, Henrique Couto, as we celebrate five years of spine-chilling stories that tantalize and terrify. In this very special year-end episode, Henrique expresses his deepest gratitude for the loyal listeners who've shaped 2024 into a thrilling adventure for the Weekly Spooky family. With a tone both reflective and invigorated, he thanks his spooky family for their unwavering support, especially during his own personal trials. There’s a distinct warmth emanating from Henrique's words, generating a sense of unity that only those who share a love for the ma...
2024-12-271h 48
Do You Even Movie? Exploring Obscure Gems and Cult ClassicsKrampus (2015) A Festive Horror Classic for the Holidays!"Saint Nicholas isn't coming this year. Instead, a much darker, ancient spirit has arrived—Krampus."As the holiday season winds down, we're closing out Christmas with a modern horror classic that's about to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. Join Henrique and David as they travel (metaphorically) to New Zealand to discuss Krampus (2015), the shadow of St. Nicholas who punishes instead of rewards. This fan-favorite Yuletide horror has become a staple of December movie marathons.When young Max and his dysfunctional family have an explosive argument during Christmas, he unknowingly summons the demonic Krampus—a dark counterpart to Santa Claus who...
2024-12-242h 10