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Scream Queen PodcastThe Last House on the Left (1972)This is my 59th episode and my theme of the month is Good for Her February. Where the trauma and torment women, children, and men go through doesn’t have to end at her suffering. It might be a fantasy to get revenge in the way the movies show it but it’s a cathartic escape from the reality we live in when justice is rare and even when it is prosecuted the consequences rarely fit the crime.Help is available:National Sexual Assault Hotline: Available 24 hours 1-800-656-4673https://rainn.org/help-and-healing/hotline/https://www...
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Scream Queen PodcastBystanders Interview with Mary Beth McAndrewsIn this episode, I interview director Mary Beth McAndrews about her directorial debut with Bystanders. This "Good for Her" rape revenge film is part of a new wave of horror movies that take out the brutal exploitation of women and flip the brutality on the boys.A group of murderous frat boys get more than they bargained for when they cross paths with a couple coming home from a wedding. This film is available for streaming on Tubi, Prime Video, Pluto TV, Plex, and Fawesome. Linkshttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt28546957/?ref...
2026-02-0658 min
Scream Queen PodcastCandyman (1991)This is my 58th episode and my theme of the month is Justice in January. Where black horror takes revenge and teaches us lessons that colonizers would like us to forget. In today’s movie, we are taking a look at the projects and how communities like Cabrini-Green are built into a myth. A myth about a group of people, where anyone outside of Cabrini-Green is afraid to even drive past it. This fear isn’t fueled by an urban legend though, it’s brought on by racism, segregation, and poverty. Today I will be covering the 1992 film The Candym...
2026-01-231h 30
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlight: Abduct (2025)I interview Chris Riggi, writer and director of the 2025 indie horror film Abduct. A woman's peaceful mountain getaway takes a bizarre turn when her boyfriend disappears, and a random naked man shows up claiming to be him. This is a well acted and written alien abduction story with a twist ending you won't expect. You can stream Abduct on Tubi, Fawesome, and Prime Video.
2026-01-161h 01
Scream Queen PodcastThe People Under the Stairs (1991)This is my 57th episode and I will be covering the 1991 classic horror film The People Under the Stair by Wes Craven.My theme of the month is Justice in January. Where black horror takes revenge and teaches us lessons that colonizers would like us to forget. In today’s movie, a family is being evicted, and they are the last ones in a building that is set to be torn down to build new condominiums with “nice clean people” in there. The film pits the impoverished Fool and his family against wealthy landlords who exploi...
2026-01-101h 18
Scream Queen PodcastChopping Mall (1986)This is my 56th episode and my theme of the month is A Very Corporate Christmas. With movies about the horrors of consumerism. When the system meant to ‘keep shoppers safe’ turns into the thing that hunts them. In today's movie, we have a campy take on consumerism and excess during the Reagan Era. Showing how a consumer paradise can turn into a death trap.Source:Chopping Mall (1986) - IMDb
2025-12-1936 min
Scream Queen PodcastThe Stuff (1985)This is my 55th episode and my theme of the month is A Very Corporate Christmas. With movies about the horrors of consumerism and how profit over people has led to deaths through poisoning and addiction. American corporations were feeding people radioactive water, cocaine, morphine, industrial bleach, arsenic, and embalming fluid. All while calling it “healthy”. The FDA exists because consumerism killed people and companies knew it. Guest:Avery’s Crypt - https://www.instagram.com/averyscrypt?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Resources:F.D.A. Withdr...
2025-12-121h 22
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlight: Cuisine de la 'Pocalypse InterviewIn this episode, I interview director/writer Kyle Weingart about his family friendly sci-fi horror comedy titled Cuisine de la 'Pocalypse. After the world ends, one aspiring chef refuses to give up on his dreams and creates the apocalypse's first cooking show. It's available on Amazon Prime, Tubi, and Fawesome.Cuisine de la 'Pocalypse (2025) - IMDbKyle Weingart - IMDb
2025-12-0746 min
Scream Queen PodcastRavenous (1999)This is my 54th episode and my theme of the month is Remember November. I am covering horror movies with representations of indigenous people. The film I'm covering today has an imperfect representation of the Wendigo legend from Algonquian cultures (notably Cree and Anishinaabe). The film takes place in 1847 during the Mexican American War and cannibalism is used as a metaphor for colonialism. Recourses:Wendigo (folklore) | Research Starters | EBSCO ResearchWindigo | The Canadian EncyclopediaRavenous (1999) - IMDb
2025-11-2839 min
Scream Queen PodcastMonsters: Richard Speck - Interview with Tobias JelinekToday’s episode is a special one. I interview Tobias Jelinek who played Richard Speck in the new Nextflix series Monsters: The Ed Gein Story. I asked the tough questions about the depictions of gender and Tobias didn’t flinch. He showed up with honesty, clarity, and a level of thoughtfulness that add depth, context, and perspective that I think my listeners will appreciate. Resources:Was Ed Gein Transgender? How Ryan Murphy's ‘Monster’ Portrayed the Killer's Identity | Them
2025-11-2153 min
Scream Queen PodcastBlood Quantum (2019)In Episode 52, I dive deep into Jeff Barnaby’s brutal, brilliant, and fiercely Indigenous zombie film Blood Quantum. Set on the Red Crow Reservation during a global outbreak, the dead are rising, and the Indigenous people are the only ones immune. With my guest, I break down the film’s themes of sovereignty, identity, cultural resilience, and the horror of history itself. Guest Information:Nikki Apostolou https://www.instagram.com/native_stardust?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==native_stardust , recycledstardust, Walking Sky Candles, Links to h...
2025-11-141h 10
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlight: The Fetus W/Joe Lam (2025)In today's episode, I am interviewing Joe Lam, the writer and director of The Fetus. Starring: Bill Moseley, Lauren LaVera, and Julian CurtisA couple become pregnant with a half-human, half-demonic fetus with a thirst for blood-and must uncover its terrifying origins before it's too late. The movie is available on VOD for rent or purchase. I highly recommend renting this movie and supporting indie horror films.Guest Info:https://www.instagram.com/itsjoelam?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Delivering The Fetus...
2025-11-071h 02
Scream Queen PodcastThe Rocky Horror Picture ShowEpisode 51My theme of the month is Slash Gender: A trans horror takeoverThis month I am passing the mic to those who know what it feels like to be villainized in society. The trans community is an undeniable part of the horror genre. A vast majority of these depictions have enforced harmful stereotypes and this month I am tackling this topic with people from the trans community. Today we are tackling trans issues in horror with a wildly charismatic scientist unveiling a “perfect” creation. A living work of muscular art born in a laboratory of l...
2025-11-031h 30
Scream Queen PodcastThe Exorcist (1973)Welcome Scream Queens, Kings, & Things, Whether you are screaming at movies or the real life stuff, I’m your host Janecka Olen.This is my 50th episode and I have a very special guest, Ken Boggle from Living for the Dead. In this Halloween special, we talk about the scariest movie ever made, The Exorcist. He gives me all the insider information on the spiritual side of things. Ken does tarot card readings and he's a medium between the living and the dead.Guest:Ken Bogglehttps://linktr.ee/ke...
2025-10-3155 min
Scream Queen PodcastFrankenstein (1931)This is my 48th episode. My theme of the month is Slash Gender: A trans horror takeover. This month I am passing the mic to those who know what it feels like to be villainized in society. The trans community is an undeniable part of the horror genre. A vast majority of these depictions have enforced harmful stereotypes and this month I am tackling this topic with people from the trans community. Today we are tackling trans issues in horror with a mad scientist that creates a monster. Misunderstood and treated like an abomination, the monster turns into what...
2025-10-241h 12
Scream Queen PodcastSeed of Chucky (2004) Episode 47 on Scream Queen Podcast, we’re slicing into one of the most chaotic entries in the Child’s Play franchise: Seed of Chucky (2004). Often dismissed as campy horror, this film is actually one of the earliest mainstream portrayals of gender confusion and nonbinary identity. My theme of the month is Slash Gender: A trans horror takeover. This month I am passing the mic to those who know what it feels like to be villainized in society. The trans community is an undeniable part of the horror genre. A vast majority of these depictions have enforced harmful stereotypes and this...
2025-10-171h 21
Scream Queen PodcastSleepaway Camp (1983)This Month we have a LBGTQIA takeover with a focus on the Trans community. We are dragging horror out of the cis gaze and take back the narrative. This week, we’re diving into one of the most controversial films in horror history: Sleepaway Camp (1983). We aren't just talking shock endings and campy kills. We’re unpacking its complicated legacy through a queer lens.Joining me is Nikki, they recently came out as Trans, and they open up about how this cult classic reflects parts of their own journey with gender, identity, and transitioning. It’s a raw an...
2025-10-101h 16
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlights: Bora Director/Writer Tiffany TonyIn this horror movie, A naïve Elon encounters a rebellious stoner on Day of the Dead, who seduces her down a dark path of temptation. I interview director, writer and actress Tiffany Toni about her directorial debut. We talk about the themes in her film and how her life experiences shaped the story of Bora.https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12676666/ https://borathemovie.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tiffany__toney/
2025-10-0359 min
Scream Queen PodcastThe Haunting in Connecticut (2009)In Supernatural September, I am covering horror movies based on supernatural events. A family moves into a large old house in order to be closer to the hospital where their teenage son is receiving cancer treatments. Soon after settling in, the son begins experiencing terrifying visions and unsettling encounters that grow increasingly violent. As the family uncovers the building’s dark past as a funeral home, they realize the lingering spirits and sinister forces connected to it threaten not only their son’s sanity but also their very lives. This movie is based on the events that took place when...
2025-09-261h 11
Scream Queen PodcastPoltergeist (1982): Episode 44My theme of the month is Supernatural September with four weeks of horror movies based on supernatural events. A cheerful suburban home becomes the site of increasingly disturbing paranormal activity, beginning with playful tricks and escalating into terrifying encounters with a malevolent force. When the youngest daughter is taken into another realm, her family must fight to bring her back before she is lost forever. For the true horrors, I explain the so-called poltergeist curse.References: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084516/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkSeaford Poltergeist – Garrett CollectionPark Hi...
2025-09-1832 min
Scream Queen PodcastThe Conjuring: Episode 43My theme of the month is Supernatural September with four weeks of horror movies based on supernatural events. In the early 1970s, a secluded Rhode Island farmhouse became the stage for one of the most chilling cases ever documented by a pair of paranormal investigators, Ed and Lorraine Warren. Or was it? With my guest Taylor Complains, we compare the movie scares vs real Perron testimony. It's scary how much has been embellished. Guest:Taylor Complainshttps://www.instagram.com/taylorcomplains?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== ...
2025-09-121h 25
Scream Queen PodcastThe Amityville Horror (1979): Episode 42My theme of the month is Supernatural September with four weeks of horror movies based on supernatural events. A newlywed couple moves into a charming Long Island house with a dark past, only to face terrifying supernatural events that threaten their sanity and lives. The haunting grows more violent each day, revealing the home’s gruesome history of murder and possession. What truly happened in that house remains debated, hoax, hysteria, or haunting? Listen as my guest Colby and I tally up points to determine the truth. Guest:Colby Does Horrorhttps://linktr.ee...
2025-09-041h 01
Scream Queen PodcastHenry Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986): Episode 41I this episode I cover Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986), the chilling indie film that redefined the serial killer on screen. With its connection to the real serial killer Henry Lee Lucas, I dissect this film and compare it to the true crimes committed by Henry and Ottis. Resources:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099763/?ref_=ext_shr_lnkLast Podcast On The Left: four-part series on Henry Lee Lucashttps://open.spotify.com/episode/0DIvMCNVjBz0T0MLxSmkFk?si=TfLYBcYcSZacq5mQ-HwNMg
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Scream Queen PodcastSnowtown (2011): Episode 40In this episode, we dive into one of the most disturbing true crime stories in Australian history: The Snowtown Murders. Also known as the “Bodies in Barrels” case, this series of killings left an entire community shaken and forever marked the small town of Snowtown with infamy. We’ll explore how John Bunting manipulated those around him, targeted society’s most vulnerable, and created an atmosphere of fear and control. The movie is told from the perspective of Jamie Vlassakis, a teenager drawn into Bunting’s world. Join us as we connect the real-life horrors with their cinematic portrayal, uncovering...
2025-08-221h 19
Scream Queen PodcastZodiac (2007): Episode 39In this episode, I’m joined by the always insightful Chuck Your Horror Guy to dive deep horror true crime movie Zodiac (2007). David Fincher’s chilling masterpiece blurs the line between investigation and obsession. We unpack the film’s meticulous attention to detail, the murders connected to the Zodiac, and how the haunting mystery of the Zodiac Killer consumed journalists, detectives, and everyday people alike. From unsettling recreations of the crimes to the suffocating paranoia of the investigation, we explore why Zodiac still leaves audiences uneasy long after the credits roll. Guest:Chuck Your Movie Guy
2025-08-141h 02
Scream Queen PodcastThe Silence of the Lambs (1991): Episode 38In this episode, we find ourselves in the mind of a killer and face one of the most iconic duos in cinema history: Clarice Starling and Dr. Hannibal Lecter. The Silence of the Lambs (1991) redefined the serial killer thriller and felt more real than other depictions of serial killers. Listen as I analyze the themes of this film and the extensive research done to create the almost perfect predator. Dr. Hannibal Lecter and Buffalo Bill are a culmination of serial killers. Just like the skin suit being crafted by Buffalo Bill, his character was patched together with...
2025-08-071h 17
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlight: Uncontained (2025) Interview with Morley NelsonI interview Director/Writer/Actor Morley Nelson on his first feature length film. This is a family affair with the whole Nelson family making it on the big screen. I get to talk to Nicole Nelson about her part in this project along with Morley and his experiences being a director and actor alongside his family. A mysterious drifter struggles to protect an abandoned boy and his little sister from an infection that turns people into a feral-like state. Uncontained is available on Amazon, AppleTV, and it can be streamed on Screambox.https://bloody-disgusting.com...
2025-07-3157 min
Scream Queen PodcastScream (1996): Episode 37In this episode of Scream Queen Podcast, we’re dialing into the ultimate teen slasher of the '90s, Wes Craven’s Scream. With its razor-sharp meta-commentary, iconic Ghostface mask, and rule-breaking final girl, Scream didn’t just revive the slasher genre, it redefined it.But behind the clever dialogue and bloody set pieces lies a real-world horror. We dive into one of the horrors references The Town That Dreaded Sundown. Inspired by Texarkana Moonlight Murders, a series of unsolved killings in 1946 that haunted a small town. That film’s influence echoed all the way into Scream’s meta-uni...
2025-07-241h 04
Scream Queen PodcastIdle Hands (1999): Episode 36In this episode of Scream Queen Podcast, we’re lighting a joint and summoning the chaos with 1999’s horror comedy Idle Hands. A stoner slasher where apathy is a killer. We follow Anton, a suburban teen whose hand gets possessed and goes on a killing spree. In myTrue Horrors segment, we explore the man who inspired the character's name: Anton LaVey, founder of the Church of Satan. From his theatrical philosophy to his influence on pop culture and moral panic in the late 20th century. Guest Info:Davioddityhttps://www.instagram.com/davioddity?utm...
2025-07-171h 06
Scream Queen PodcastI Know What You Did Last Summer (1997): Episode 35July Theme Summer Slashfest with 90s Teen Horror:It’s the 4th of July, and four teens make a decision that will haunt them forever. This week, we’re diving into I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). The slasher classic that gave us rain slickers, seaside stalkers, and one of the most iconic chase scenes in horror history. The True Horror is the original author; Lois Duncan's daughter was murdered at 18 years old. Something that haunted Duncan for the rest of her life and shifted the tone of her work forever. We explore the hear...
2025-07-101h 09
Scream Queen PodcastThe Faculty (1998): Episode 34In this week’s episode of Scream Queen Podcast, we’re cracking open the back-to-school body snatcher classic, The Faculty, a sharp, satirical blend of teen horror and sci-fi invasion from the late '90s. As part of my Summer Slashfest theme, we're diving into the era of angsty teens, killer soundtracks, and classroom chaos. My Guest Christopher James from I Love Horror Podcast joins me to discuss the social hierarchy of high school to themes of forced conformity. We explore how this cult favorite holds up in a world that still tries to make everyone fit the mold.
2025-07-031h 14
Scream Queen PodcastDay of The Dead (1985): Episode 33In this episode of Scream Queen Podcast, we descend into the claustrophobic tunnels of Day of the Dead. George A. Romero’s bleakest version in the Dead Series. I also draw true crime parallels to the case of Andrew Brannan, a decorated Vietnam veteran whose untreated PTSD led to a tragic and violent encounter decades after the war. This episode explores the cost of survival, the brutality of institutional control, and the terrifying consequences of untreated trauma. My guest for this episode is Robbie Dorman. A horror author and Co-host of @cultvideovault and The Simpsons Show. ...
2025-06-261h 19
Scream Queen PodcastDawn of The Dead (1978): Episode 32In this episode, we dig deep into George A. Romero’s Dawn of the Dead (1978). A blood-soaked critique of consumerism, collapsing institutions, and the eerie numbness we’ve built around violence. But beneath the gore and the ghouls lies something even darker: the real-world horrors of the Vietnam War.We explore how Romero channeled the chaos and brutality of the war, not just in his depiction of zombie carnage, but in the way, Dawn mirrors America’s media-saturated descent into desensitization. From the opening scenes in a panicked news studio, to the militarized police raids, and the cold e...
2025-06-201h 12
Dads From the Crypt: Not Your Father's Horror Podcast"The Monster Squad" ReviewThe Dads are joined by special guest Janecka Olen, the host of the @screamqueenpodcast for a deep dive into Fred Dekker's 80s cult classic, 'The Monster Squad'!Follow Dads From the Crypt! Threads: @dadsfromthecryptTwitter: @cryptdads Instagram: @dadsfromthecrypt Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DadsFromTheCrypt
2025-06-161h 02
Scream Queen Podcast28 Weeks Later: Episode 31In this episode, I cover 28 Weeks Later, a zombie sequel that feels far too real in today’s world. As the infected rage through London, it’s not just the virus that spreads—it's fear, control, and violence. We explore how the film’s depiction of military forces turning on civilians echoes real-life moments. When survival becomes policy, who gets protected—and who gets sacrificed?Sources:https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/trump-sends-700-marines-and-2000-national-guard-members-to-los-angeleshttps://bloody-disgusting.com/movie/
2025-06-1336 min
Scream Queen Podcast28 Days Later: Episode 30In this week’s episode, we dive into Danny Boyle’s 28 Days Later—a haunting portrayal of a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by a rage virus. But the real terror isn’t just the infected—it’s what happens when humanity loses its moral compass. As survivors clash with soldiers in a crumbling society, we’re forced to ask: What are people capable of when the rules disappear?This discussion takes a sobering turn as we connect the film’s themes to the real-life horror faced by comfort women—women and girls who were systematically abducted, trafficked, and sexually enslaved...
2025-06-051h 00
Scream Queen PodcastFriday the 13th: Episode 29Before Jason picked up the machete, it was his mother doing the killing.In this episode, we unravel the twisted heart of Friday the 13th: Pamela Voorhees—a mother driven mad by grief, guilt, and revenge. Often overlooked, she was horror’s first slasher villain in the franchise, turning maternal instinct into murderous rage.But the horror doesn’t stop at Crystal Lake. We dive into the real-life Lake Bodom murders of 1960 in Finland, where three teenagers were brutally killed while camping. Like Pamela’s rampage, the case centers around youth, isolation, and unanswered grief—and remain...
2025-06-0453 min
Scream Queen PodcastRosemary's Baby (1968): Episode 28In this episode of Scream Queen Podcast, we dive into Rosemary’s Baby—a haunting tale of paranoia, gaslighting, and control. As Rosemary navigates a pregnancy surrounded by manipulative neighbors and a disturbingly distant husband, the line between reality and nightmare blurs. We explore the film’s themes of bodily autonomy, misogyny, and what happens when no one believes you—drawing eerie parallels to real-life true crime cases.
2025-05-2257 min
Scream Queen PodcastHereditary (2018): Episode 27In this episode, I’m diving into Hereditary—Ari Aster’s devastating portrait of grief, generational trauma, and the terrifying legacy we can’t outrun. I’m joined by my sisters for a raw, personal conversation about how mental health issues have impacted our own family tree. From dissociation to depression, we unpack how Hereditary uses horror to mirror the quiet, inherited struggles so many families keep behind closed doors.
2025-05-151h 10
Scream Queen PodcastThe Curse of La Llorona (2019): Episode 26Echoes of La Llorona (Mother’s Day Special): This Mother’s Day, I’m joined by my own mom to explore the legend of La Llorona and her eerie connection to real-life cases like Juana Leija and Andrea Yates. We dive into how maternal grief, myth, and murder intersect in haunting and heartbreaking ways.
2025-05-081h 10
Scream Queen PodcastPsycho (1960): Episode 25This week on Scream Queen Podcast, we kick off our May theme Momsters with a deep dive into Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho — the film that made Mother issues terrifying.We break down Norman Bates’ twisted psychology, the film’s shocking legacy, and the real-life killer who inspired it: Ed Gein. Plus, a special guest, Meka with Cinematic Nightmares, joins us to unpack how Psycho helped birth the modern slasher.Guest:https://www.instagram.com/cinematicnightmarespodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==https://youtube.com/@cinematicnightmarespodcast?si=Zg9sQISOYA8...
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Pop Culture ReflectionsFlowers in the Attic (1987) w/ Janecka Olen from Scream Queen PodcastFlowers in the Attic freaked me out as a kid! Heck, the word Attic freaked me out as a kid! In this episode we’re breaking down this somewhat forgotten 80’s thriller based on the novel of the same name about four kids locked away in an attic and possibly the cruelest mother and grandmother of all time! Join me and my amazing guest, Janecka Olen from Scream Queen Podcast for this fun and entertaining conversation all about this film. Follow Janecka and her incredible content at https://www.inst...
2025-05-011h 24
Scream Queen PodcastM.F.A. Mastering the Fine Art of Revenge (2017): Episode 24his week, I delve into one of the most emotionally raw rape-revenge thrillers of the 2010s — M.F.A. starring Francesca Eastwood as Noelle, an art student whose life is shattered after a brutal assault. But when the system fails her, she doesn’t just seek justice… she becomes it.We break down how M.F.A. flips the revenge narrative on its head with haunting realism and feminist fury — and I make connects to the true horror of the Brock Turner case, where a convicted rapist served just three months in jail after being caught assaulting an uncon...
2025-04-241h 23
Scream Queen PodcastHard Candy (2005): Episode 23In this episode, I cover the movie Hard Candy (2005) with my guest Melanie from Screen queen reviews. This is a horror/psychological thriller that forces us to confront the blurred lines between justice, vengeance, and manipulation. Through the cat-and-mouse game between Hayley and Jeff, we explore the film’s raw depiction of sexual predation, the illusion of control, and the disturbing power dynamics rooted in grooming.But the horror doesn’t stop on screen.I draw unsettling parallels between the film’s narrative and the modern digital landscape—where platforms like Roblox, designed for children, have bec...
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Scream Queen PodcastJennifer's Body (2009): Episode 22In this episode, I take a critical lens to Jennifer’s Body (2009) with guest Grim Thrall, examining how the film reclaims horror tropes to explore themes of female autonomy, societal objectification, and the commodification of violence against women. Often misunderstood upon release, Diablo Cody’s screenplay now stands as a biting (and blood-soaked) commentary on adolescence, desire, and betrayal.We draw connections between the film’s narrative and the real-life murder of Elyse Pahler, whose death was allegedly cited as inspiration for the film. Elyse’s case—marked by ritualistic violence, misogyny, and media sensationalism—mirrors the exploitation...
2025-04-101h 09
Scream Queen PodcastCarrie (1976): Episode 21My theme for April is April Fuels Fury and I'm kicking this theme off with the classic horror film Carrie. She is a shy girl that doesn't fit in because of her sheltered life with a religious zealot of a mother. Through the trauma of being bullied at school and constantly punished by her mother, Carrie gains telekinetic powers. She is asked to the prom where she loses control of her new powers. For the true horrors, I cover the people from Stephen Kings past that he used as reference when creating Carrie and her mother. I also talk...
2025-04-031h 09
Trash Catt Productions Presents: "We Have To Go Back"One and Done: Midnight MassVampire season continues with our One and Done episode (a show that only had 1 season or a miniseries) Midnight Mass-created and directed by the amazing Mike Flanagan. This twist on a vampire story has everything we love about the genre and more. This episode is doubly cool because we had an amazing guest with us Janecka Olen from Scream Queen podcast. She joins us from across the country to talk with us about this epic show. Check out her horror movie podcast anywhere you get podcasts. Next week we dive in fang first to ALL...
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Scream Queen PodcastJeepers Creepers (2001): Episode 20In this episode, I cover the horror film Jeepers Creepers, A brother and sister driving home through isolated countryside for spring break encounter a flesh-eating creature which is in the midst of its ritualistic eating spree. I talk horror with the scream queen from Trash Cat Productions and we play a little license plate game that will surely make you laugh. For the true horrors, I connect the opening scene of this movie to the case of Dennis DePue, a former Michigan Property Assessor who murdered his wife and was seen by witnesses near an old schoolhouse with a...
2025-03-271h 13
I Love HorrorJanecka Olen Loves Horror In this episode, I am very excited to be joined by Janecka Olen! You may know Janecka from her podcast, "Scream Queen Podcast," but today, she's here to talk all things horror! We chat about her podcast, which focuses on horror movies and their real-world connections. Janecka also gives us insight into her background as a teacher and horror movies that are suitable for children. We also explore her fandom of horror movies that span many decades, from the 80s to the present day. We also get sidetracked by chatting about how terrible parents of students can...
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Scream Queen PodcastThe Ruins (2008): Episode 19A leisurely Mexican holiday takes a turn for the worse when a group of friends and a fellow tourist embark on a remote archaeological dig in the jungle, where something evil lives among the ruins. In this episode, I talk horror with a local horror collector, and I make true horror connections between the flesh-eating vines in The Ruins and real carnivorous plants in nature.Sources:https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/carnivorous-plants-meat-eaters-of-the-plant-world.html https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0963794/
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Scream Queen PodcastThe Cabin in the Woods (2011): Episode 18In this episode, I talk horror with my friend Sara Michelle Owner of @butcheredwaifuoddities. We discuss the horror comedy that crams the most references you will ever see on the horror genre in one film. A group of kids go to a remote cabin in the woods where their fate is unknowingly controlled by technicians as part of a world-wide conspiracy where all horror movie clichés are revealed to be part of an elaborate sacrifice ritual. For the true horrors, much of Drew Goddard's inspiration for this movie came from his own upbringing in Los Alamos, New Mexico, a...
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Scream Queen Podcast2001 Maniacs (2005): Episode 17Today I will be covering 2001 Maniacs (2005). Directed by Tim Sullivan and written by Chris Kobin and Tim Sullivan. Starring Robert Englund, Lin Shaye, and Giuseppe Andrews. I talk horror with my guest Mikey from Slashers Podcast and we discuss the racist history behind the confederacy and what the confederate flag stands for. For the True Horrors, I give a shorthand on the American Civil War. Resources:https://www.historyextra.com/period/medieval/medieval-torture-methods/ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0264323/?ref_=fn_all_ttl_1 https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/10-facts-what-everyone-should-know-about-civil-war
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Scream Queen PodcastBride of Chucky (1998): Episode 16In this episode, I have Lance from slashers podcast as my guest. We dive into the meta universe that is the horror genre in the late 90's. With influences from the Scream franchise, Chucky gets funny with horror references throughout the film. We also talk about the themes of toxic relationships and revenge. For my true horror's connection, I go over a condition called hybristophilia. A condition where people are attracted to criminals. I also draw comparisons between the fictional killer couple and a couple known as the Lonely Hearts Killers. Recources:https...
2025-02-271h 06
Scream Queen PodcastIndie Horror Highlights: The Blade Cuts Deeper InterviewI got a chance to interview Gene Dolders, director of the indie horror film The Blade Cuts Deeper.The Blade Cuts Deeper is a Giallo-inspired, slasher movie set in Liverpool, UK. Content has consequences...Many people want their five minutes of fame but for some, it comes at the ultimate price - their life!' Meet John Abbott, narcissistic host of infamous real-crime show Lights, Camera, KILL. Known for its lurid re-enactments of the darkest of trespasses, it has made him rich by exploiting pain and suffering. Yet while Abbott basks shamelessly in the limelight, one victim has seen...
2025-02-2245 min
Scream Queen PodcastFrankenhooker (1990): Episode 15A medical student sets out to recreate his decapitated fiancée by building her a new body made of Manhattan Sex Workers. In this episode I explore grief, feminism, objectification of women, big pharma, and the crack epidemic. For the true horrors, I get into the crack epidemic in American that started in the 1980's and how mandatory sentences have only hurt urban communities.Resources used in this episode:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0099611/?ref_=tttrv_ovhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frankenhookerhttps://www.ghoulsmagazine.c...
2025-02-2058 min
Scream Queen PodcastBride of Reanimator (1990): Episode 14In this episode, I cover Bride of Reanimator. Doctors Herbert West and Dan Cain discover the secret to creating human life and proceed to create a perfect woman from dead tissue. My guest for this episode is Ade from Slashers Podcast. We talked about the themes of evolution vs. creationism, the hubris of science, grief, and social rejection. For my true horrors' connection, I cover a morbid love story of Dr. Carl von Cose and his inability to move on when the woman of his affections passes away. He is known as the doctor who slept with a corpse.
2025-02-131h 05
Scream Queen PodcastBride of Frankenstein (1935): Episode 13In this episode, I will be covering the 1935 universal monster story The Bride of Frankenstein. As humanity grapples with themes of creation and social stigma, who is the real monster? For the true horrors, I give an overview of mad science that inspired the classic tale. I also get into the tragedy that befell the cast and crew of this film.
2025-02-061h 03
Scream Queen PodcastWish Upon (2017): Episode 12A teenage girl discovers a box that carries magic powers and a deadly price for using them. This movie is loosely based on The Monkeys Paw. Directed by John Leonetti with writer Barbara Marshall. Staring Joey King, Ryan Phillippe, and Ki Hong Lee. In the true horrors segment, you will learn about the Folklore being the short story The Monkeys Paw by W.W. Jacobs in 1948.
2025-01-3046 min
Scream Queen PodcastThe Craft: Episode 11Sarah is a new student at a Catholic school in Los Angeles. She befriends a group of witches and joins their coven. When they invoke the power of their god, they can take it to a place of light or darkness. In this episode, I talk horror with my friend Sarah, and we rehash our teenage witchy selves. I also get into how the Satanic Panic influenced the narrative in this story.
2025-01-231h 20
Scream Queen PodcastPan's Labyrinth: Episode 10In 1944 Spain, a girl is sent to live with her ruthless stepfather. During the night, she meets a fairy who takes her to an old faun. He tells her she's a princess but must prove her royalty by completing three tasks. In this episode, I get into the true horrors of the Spanish Civil War that inspired Guillermo del Toro in his writing and directing of this magical realm of gods and monsters.
2025-01-1643 min
Scream Queen PodcastRe-Animator (1985): Episode 9In episode 9, I cover the cult classic Re-Animator. After an odd new medical student arrives on campus, a dedicated local and his girlfriend become involved in bizarre experiments centering around the re-animation of dead tissue. I talk horror with my guest Anthony Roman from Trash Panda and then I get into the true crime connections that stem from Mary Shelly's Frankenstein.
2025-01-0952 min
Scream Queen PodcastHellraiser (1987): Episode 8A woman discovers the newly resurrected, partially formed, body of her brother-in-law and lover. She starts killing for him to revitalize his body and escape the demonic beings that are pursuing him after he escaped their underworld. I make True Crime connections to the AIDS epidemic. As a gay man, Clive Barker the writer and director of Hellraiser was affected by this health crisis that was ignored. Leading to death and despair as it ravaged the gay community.
2025-01-0358 min
Scream Queen PodcastWishmaster (1997): Episode 7Going into the New Year with a New Theme, "Be Careful What You Wish For." There is no better horror movie than the original 1997 Wishmaster to start this horror trope. A demonic djinn attempts to grant the one who wakes him three wishes, upon the third wish he is able to summon his brethren to Earth. Listen to a retelling of the movie, analysis of the film, and then we get into the real-world connections. Learn about the Jinn and how exorcisms related to the Jinn are used to rid people of mental and physical ailments.
2024-12-2742 min
Scream Queen PodcastBlack Christmas (2019): Episode 6In the 2019 reimagining of Black Christmas directed by Sophia Takal, we have a group of sorority girls that are ready to slay this Christmas. This film is a fiercely feminist take on the cult classic. For the true crime segment, I make connections to incels and how blaming women for men's deficits is nothing new.
2024-12-1943 min
Scream Queen PodcastBlack Christmas (2006): Episode 5In this episode, you get a retelling of the 2006 remake of Black Christmas directed by Glen Morgan. Themes of family and what are now common horror tropes are explored in this film as we make connections to the original film. You will also learn about the real-life serial killer Edmund Kemper that Morgan used to influence his writing of the character Billy.
2024-12-1246 min
Scream Queen PodcastBlack Christmas (1974): Episode 4In this episode of Scream Queen Podcast, I will be going over the 1974 cult classic Black Christmas directed by Bob Clark. After reading a synopsis of the movie, I analyze the film with my guest Matthew Moyer. You will also learn about the urban legend that inspired the ominous calls and the true crime that started it all. This movie is largely regarded as the first slasher and a feminist film at that.
2024-12-091h 04
Scream Queen PodcastThe Devil's Rejects: Episode 3In this episode, I delve into the demons of The Devils Rejects. The Firefly family is a murderous psychopathic bunch that are running from the law after their home is raided by the police. The Devil’s Rejects explores themes of family, violence, and the darker side of humanity. Sheriff Wydell is the embodiment of a hero that turns into the villain when he crosses the thin line between the law and the outlaw. I also get into the true crime connections with the Manson Family, The Bloody Benders, and Tom Horn.
2024-11-281h 01
Scream Queen PodcastThe Hills Have Eyes (1977): Episode 2Your Scream Queen host Janecka Olen will take you through the themes of good versus evil, post-Vietnam war fears, and hicksploitation among other themes in the original Wes Craven film The Hills Have Eyes. You will also learn about the true crime connections to the legend of the Sawney Bean Clan and post-war effects of Agent Orange.
2024-11-2440 min
Scream Queen PodcastTexas Chainsaw Massacre (1974): Episode 1Your Scream Queen host Janecka Olen will take you through a retelling of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre and examine the themes of the film. You will also learn insider details and how the sawyer family was inspired by a serial killer named Ed Gein.
2024-11-2438 min