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Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers The Covenant (2006)Emily, Suzannah, and Pace cover the 2006 film The Covenant. Like and subscribe! Content Warnings: discussion of sexism and sexual assault in relation to the plot of the filmMedia Referenced: -There is a Door in this Darkness by Kristin Cashore-Jane Unlimited by Kristin Cashore-Clean Slate tv series-Mickey 17 (2024) directed by Bong Joon Ho-Nerds at Church Podcast Episode on Revelation -The Showings (Revelations of Divine Love) by Julian of Norwich-The Complete Works of...2025-06-121h 37Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers The Blair Witch Project (1999)Join Emily (they/them), Pace (they/them), and Suzannah (she/her) as they cover 1999's surprise blockbuster film The Blair Witch Project. We talk about found footage films, the real tea about Burkittsville, and what NOT to do when camping. Film conversation starts at 31:30. Media referenced in the episode: -Bitterblue by Kristin Cashore-Galaxy: The Prettiest Star by Jadzia Axelrod and illustrated by Jess Taylor-There Is a Door in this Darkness by Kristin Cashore-The Passing Playbook by Isaac Fitzsimons-Riff Raff (2024) dir. Dito Montiel...2025-06-051h 50Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers Suspiria (2018) with John PotterPace (they/them), Emily (they/them), and Suzannah (she/her) are joined by editor and writer John Potter to discuss the 2018 film/remake/sequel/??? Suspiria! We talk about the horrors of ballet, post-war Germany, and and so much more. Content Warnings: Sexism, anti-semitism, and the holocaust as it appears in the filmBooks mentioned in the episode: -Graceling and Bitterblue by Kristin Cahsore-Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer-"A Working Definition of the Monstrous" by Ryan Dzelzkalns in It Came from the Closet2025-04-222h 42Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers My Bloody Valentine (1981)Pace (they/them), Emily (they/them), and Suzannah (she/her) take a trip up to Valentine Bluffs to talk about the iconic early 80s slasher My Bloody Valentine. Media Mentioned: -It Came from the Closet edited by Joe Vallese-The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer -The National AIDS Memorial Quilt -"On Martin Luther and Horror Movies" by Pace WarfieldSupport us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Subscribe to our newsletter! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming fi...2025-03-202h 06Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers Matilda (1996)Join Emily (they/them), Suzannah (she/her), and Pace (they/them) as they cover the 90s classic Matilda. We talk about libraries, nostalgia, and so much more! Also, is Matilda a witch? Maybe? CW: discussion of abusive families, misogyny, and queerphobia Media Referenced:-Matilda by Roald Dahl-Moby Dick by Herman Melville -War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Subscribe to our newsletter! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all...2025-03-112h 01Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers the Witches of Eastwick (1987)Pace (they/them), Emily (they/them) and Suzannah (she/her) tackle the Witches of Eastwick: the book, the film, and even mention the briefly-lived TV series from the aughts. We talk about the devil, feminism, and queerness, plus so much more!
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Subscribe to our newsletter! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.ly...2025-01-233h 04Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC covers Thanksgiving (2022)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) wish you a happy Thanksgiving as we cover the 2022 holiday slasher Thanksgiving! We talk about the horrors of the holiday, capitalism, and how sin connects to everything.
CW: discussion of genocide of first nations people and body horror
Media mentioned:
-A Queer Lectionary: (Im)proper Readings from the Margins Year A edited by Peter Carlson
-Queer Callings: Untimely Notes on Names and Desires by Mark D. Jordan
-(sometimes) zine by Stefanie Kaylor
-Red Emma...2024-11-281h 36Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC covers Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)Pace (they/them), Emily (they/them), and Suzannah (she/her) cover the classic film Bedknobs and Broomsticks. Defeat fascism with witchcraft and queer chosen family! Also, congrats to our pet costume contest winners Dr. Popper and Gizmo!
CW: discussions of facism, sexism, and queerphobia
Media Referenced:
-Fairest: The Lunar Chronicles by Marissa Meyer
-Star Wars: Aftermath by Chuck Wendig
-Star Wars: Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse
-History of Madness by Michel Foucault
-Bed-Knob and Broomstick by Mary Norton (compilation o...2024-11-282h 40Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers Halloweentown (1998)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) cover the 1998 DCOM (Disney Channel Original Movie) Halloweentown! Is this movie the first one this season to pass the HNAC Test? Is the movie really just a big allegory for queerness and acceptance? And, how much of Emily's love of this film is nostalgia versus it actually being a good movie? Find out all of this and more on the latest episode of HNAC.
Media Referenced:
-Winter by Marissa Meyer
-Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler
-The Blackhawk Cycle by T.J. Tr...2024-11-071h 42Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC covers Black Sunday (1960) with Qira ClarenbachPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Qira Clarenbach (fae/faer) of Stone Circle Wicca to talk about the 1960 film Black Sunday. Is this a witch movie or vampire movie? Why even are we here covering this? Who knows! We talk about real world paganism versus how it's depicted in Hollywood and pop culture and so much more.
Media referenced:
-Nerds at Church's (W)Ry(e)(se) and Shine and Buffy episodes
-Claudia Gray's The Haunted Mansion: Storm and Shade
-Alice Hoffman's Practical Magic
-Thirsty Sword L...2024-11-051h 35Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC covers The Wizard of Oz (1939)Pace (they/them), Emily (they/them), and Suzannah (she/her) follow the yellow brick road, dodging everything from asbestos to super heated movie sets to bring you our episode on The Wizard of Oz (1939). We talk about the film's queer legacy, chosen family, and the God behind the curtain. I'd tell you more but I'm a Christian woman, y'all.
Don't forget to submit to our pet costume contest by going to bit.ly/HNACPets24!
Media Referenced:
-Sometimes zine issue on Finch Goes to Pride by Stefanie Kaylor
-The Strange Case of Or...2024-10-101h 35Horror Nerds at ChurchHNAC Covers Häxan (1922)Pace (they/them), Emily (they/them) and Suzannah (she/her) look at the 1922 silent film Häxan. We talk about the Malleus Maleficarum, the history of witchcraft, sexism, poverty, and so much more! Also, what is the weird obsession medieval monks have with anuses? And, don't forget to submit your pet (or plant or rock or stuffed animal) to our 4th Annual Pet Costume Contest by going to bit.ly/HNACPets24!
Media referenced:
-Claudia Gray's Ten Thousand Skies Above You (Book 2 in the Firebird Trilogy)
-The Malleus Maleficarum by Heinrich Kramer
-N...2024-09-261h 30
Horror Nerds at ChurchSeason 7 Introduction: Which Witch is Which?Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) introduce Season 7, all about witches! We start off with a speed dating round of questions before getting into all the movies and shows we will be covering. Suzannah (she/her), our Wild Magic Tech Genius, also shares some book and tv show recommendations. What themes do we anticipate coming up this season? What movies are we most looking forward to? And most importantly, when does the Pet Costume Contest start accepting entries? Also, use #HNACTest for movies, books, tv shows, etc. that pass our Redemption Arc test!CW: Queerphobia in church2024-09-121h 45Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien(s) RetrospectivePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Suzannah Porter (she/'her) to talk about all things Alien, Predtaor, AI and androids, and so much more.
Find out how to make your own Predator's Blood cocktail by checking out this TikTok: https://shorturl.at/fCzuA
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Become a Horror Nerd or Horror Buff supporter and unlock access to exclusive episodes, movie commentaries, and BooTubes by going to Patreon.com...2024-07-052h 11Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Film RetrospectivePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Slicer extraordinaire Suzannah Porter (she/her) to talk all things Star Wars movies. We rank the films and tv shows we've covered, trace our favorite characters throughout the franchise, and, if you stick around to the end, we share what movies are next for our upcoming Witch Season. Check out Pace's Living Lutheran article on horror and theology here.
CW: Sexism and racism are mentioned in our theme tracing and character tracing. Please note that this episode was recorded live so there may be occasional audio...2024-06-271h 53Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien: Covenant (2017)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) travel to Paradise… and then lost Paradise (see what we did there?) as they cover Alien: Covenant. We dive super deep this time, talking about gnostic cosmology, covenantal theology, and Pace's Ace Thoughts.
Media referenced:
-Nerds At Church episode on Covenants
-Star Wars: The Living Force by John Jackson Miller
-Paradise Lost by John Milton
-When the Angels Left the Old Country by Sacha Lamb
-Good Omens by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman
-The Silmarillion by J.R.R. T...2024-06-131h 37Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) follow the hidden path of the Sith to the planet Exegol as they discuss the final film of the Skywalker saga: Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker. They talk about ancestors, comp-hetting, and so much more. CW: racism and genocide mentions in the deep diveMedia referenced in this episode:
-Star Wars Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker novelization by Rae Carlson
-The Future is Disabled: Prophecies, Love Notes, and Mourning Songs by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarashina
-Care Work: Dreaming Disability Justice by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarashina...2024-06-061h 39Horror Nerds at ChurchPrometheus (2012)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) board the Prometheus on a journey to meet God. Along the way they talk about the 2012 film coincidentally called Prometheus, aliens, and the motives of the android ai David. Also, Pace talks about their obsession with long-term nuclear waste disposal signs.
CW: racism, sexual assault, sexism, and abortion, all as depicted in the film
Media referenced in the episode:
-Cinder (Book One of the Lunar Chronicles) by Marissa Meyer
-Powers of Darkness: The Lost Version of Dracula by Bram Stoker and Valdimar Ásmundsson
-Do...2024-05-301h 53Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi (2017)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Brooke McLain (she/her) on a journey to Ahch-To, Canto Bite, and beyond as we discuss the film Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. We talk about the art of failure, hero worship, and the nature of hope. Also, is this the best Star Wars movie?
-Nerds at Church's Pentecost episode on the Holy Spirit
-Sigourney Weaver to appear in the Mandalorian film
-The Hundred Years' War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi
-Seasparrow: A Graceling Realm Novel by Kristin Cashore
...2024-05-232h 24Horror Nerds at ChurchAliens vs. Predator: Requiem (2007)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) visit the small "midwestern" town of Gunnison, Colorado to witness the epic battle between the Predalien and the Predator. We talk about hospitals, requiems, and the military industrial complex. Also, where can we find some of that dissolving blue glue?
Media referenced:
-Stefanie Kaylor's Zine article
-The Reading Glasses Podcast
-HNAC's episode on Ghostbusters 2016 with Brooke McLain
-Nerd at Church's 2023 Reformation episode with Brooke McClaine
-Bitterblue: Graceling #3 by Kristin Cashore
CW: References to the film's depiction of mi...2024-05-161h 11Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) decide the garbage will do and jump into the Millennium Falcon to talk about Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens. We talk about requels, the religion of the First Order, and fear as politics.
Media referenced:
-Nerds at Church's episode about male astronomers, including Neil DeGrasse Tyson
-Nerds at Church's episode about science in sci-fi
-The Force Awakens novelization by Alan Dean Foster
-Star Wars novels about Princess Leia, including The Princess and the Scoundrel by Beth Revis and Bloodline by C...2024-05-091h 50Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien vs. Predator (2004)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) visit Antarctica where all you need is a light jacket to talk about the film Alien vs Predator. We talk about how the real villain is capitalism, the religion and ritual of the predators, and the racism of the "aliens built the pyramids" theory. Who are you rooting for?
Media referenced:
-HNAC's first guest appearance on Nerds at Church
-Emily mentions The Village in this episode of Nerds at Church
-Pace guest co-hosts Nerds at Church and talks with Adam Dowd
-Graceling by...2024-05-081h 26Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) visit ithe Galactic Senate on Coruscant just in time to watch the republic fall with thunderous applause as they cover Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. We get into misogyny, tragedy, and horror. Also, is this the beginning of R2-D2 and C-3P0's love affair? CW: discussions of misogyny, disability, and immolation
Media Referenced: -Alien Romulus trailer
-Queer for Fear: Horror Film and the Queer Spectator by Heather O. Petrocelli and my review of the book in Supernatural Studies
-Graceling by Kristin...2024-04-182h 07Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien Resurrection (1997) with Jeremy CobbPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Jeremy Cobb of the 3 Black Halflings Podcast as they travel aboard the interstellar military frigate and battle toxic masculinities and human-Xenomorph hybrids, covering the film Alien Resurrection. We talk about motherhood, resurrection, cloning, and so much more.
CW: discussion of sexism, racism, and ableism as it pertains to the film Media mentioned:-Thirsty Sword Lesbians TTRPG
-Connie Chang's appearance on 3BH
-The Black Guy Dies First by Mark Harris and Dr. Robin R. Means Coleman and our interview with the authors on HNAC2024-04-112h 19Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) travel to Kamino to discover the clone army, made in secret! We talk about who we would marry, boink, and unalive, Padme's fleeting moments of clarity, the large polycule web of relationships around Anakin and Obi-Wan, and get into some theological discussions around cloning.
CW: Discussions of sexism, murder, and abusive relationships
Media referenced:
--Attack of the Clones by R.A. Salvatore
-Queen's Peril by E.K. Johnston
-Brotherhood by Mike Chen
-Dooku: Jedi Lost by Cavan Scott
...2024-04-041h 38Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien 3 (1992 - Assembly Cut)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) track down the special edition of Alien 3 to watch the Assembly Cut--almost an entirely different film than the theatrical version. You do not need to watch the Assembly Cut to follow along, we talk about the differences between the two versions. We get into nihilism, religion in times of trial and death, and end times prophecies. Also, is human Bishop actually human in this one?
CW: discussion of sexual assault, sexism, and queerphobia as depicted in the film
Media referenced:
...2024-03-211h 09Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode I: The Phantom MenacePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) strap into our N-1 Starfighters to confront the trade federation as we cover Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. We talk about duality, pod racing, and whatever the hell midiclorians are supposed to be.
CW: discussion of racism and sexism as related to the films
Media referenced:
-Nerds at Church episode on Jesus Christ Superstar and episode on prophecy
-The Storm Runner by J.C. Cervantes
-Ellie Engle Saves Herself! by Leah Johnson
-Never Whistle at Night edited b...2024-03-151h 47Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien 3 (1992-Theatrical) with Mae Forrest BarnesPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Mae Forrest Barnes (she/her) to talk about Alien 3. We get into Ripley's butch shaved head, the religion of the inmates, and the absolute nihilism of this film.
CN: conversation about the carceral system and mental health
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future...2024-03-061h 40Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi (1983)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) race speeders through the trees as we examine Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi. We talk about temptation, clerics, and love.
Media referenced in the episode:
Lent 4 Nerds at Church Podcast Episode
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi by James Kahn
On Writing by Stephen King
The Writing Life by Annie Dillard
Before We Were Trans: A New History of Gender by Kit Heyam
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi shot story col...2024-02-291h 35Horror Nerds at ChurchAliens (1986)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) jump into our power work loaders to tackle the sci-fi action horror combo film Aliens (1986). We talk about Ripley's awesome hair cut, the themes of motherhood and religion, and just what is up with all the capitalism in space?
CW: discussion of sexism, body horror, and anti-choice as related to the film
Media referenced in the episode:
-John Oliver's chocolate episode
-Nerds at Church's solar system episode and astrophysics episode
-I Was There Too episode with Jenette Goldstein
Support us...2024-02-221h 32Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) with Rev. Beth WartickPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Rev. Beth Wartick (she/her) to talk about The Empire Strikes Back. How weird is that kiss in the beginning? What does this film teach us about disability? And is this perhaps the best Star Wars film of all time?
CW: discussions around disability, sexism, and incest as related to the film
Media referenced:
-HNAC's Newsletter (on Substack)
-How I Killed Pluto and Why it Had it Coming by Mike Brown
-The Princess Diarist by Carrie Fisher
...2024-02-161h 46Horror Nerds at ChurchAlien (1979)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) continue their trek through space by watching the all-time horror sci-fi classic Alien. We talk about cats in space, the phallic design of the xenomorph, and the horrors of capitalism. Also, is Alien the first slasher in space?
CW: discussions around sex organs, human sexuality, and sexism
Media referenced in the episode:
Alien novelization by Alan Dean Foster
Pace's Doctor Who in a Year Watchlist
Men, Women, and Chain Saws by Carol J. Clover
Articles on body h...2024-02-081h 09Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (1977) with Irreverent Bible Talk PodcastPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Jennie and Josh of the Irreverent Bible Talk Podcast! We get into the religion of the Jedi, the sheer amount of sexism in space, adn why R2-D2 is the best character. Also, is this movie gay enough for Pace?
CW: casual sanist language and conversations about sexism
Media referenced:
-Sabbath Sips Hot Apple Toddy: https://youtu.be/YeYJvfBzdp8?si=4Gqmb4BPvsdQzI0b
-Irreverent Bible Talk Episode 15 with Pace Warfield
-Joseph Campbell's The Hero with a Thousand Faces
-Ge...2024-01-312h 04Horror Nerds at ChurchBook Club: From a Certain Point of View The Empire Strikes Back (2020)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) take on the second collection of short stories in the Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View series: The Empire Strikes Back!
We talk about the book in general before taking a deep dive into "Hunger" by Mark Oshira, "The Dragonsnake Saves R2" by Katie Cook, "There is Always Another" by Mackenzi Lee, "Faith in an Old Friend" by Brittany N. Williams, and "Right-Hand Man" by Lydia Kang.
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all...2024-01-181h 49Horror Nerds at ChurchStar Wars: Holiday Special (1978) with Ben MonroePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by horror author and Star Wars fan Ben Monroe (he/him) to tackle one of Star Wars' most infamous entries: the Holiday Special. We get into Life Day, Itchy's... brain evaporator viewing habits, and whether or not Droids have souls.
Books Mentioned in Episode:
The Seething By Ben Monroe
From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi short story anthology
Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tales of the Hollow Earth novels
Robert E. Howard's Kull
Star Wars: A New Hope by George Lucas (ghostwritten by Alan Dean F...2023-12-251h 22Horror Nerds at Church100th Episode Extravaganza with Ben MonroeEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) hand the podcast over to horror author extraordinaire Ben Monroe (he/him) to moderate YOUR questions! Join us for this fun, extra-length episode celebrating 100 episodes of HNAC!
This episode was originally aired LIVE on Facebook, so please note the audio quality may not be as good as typical.
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own...2023-11-301h 21Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Exorcist (1973) with T.J. TranchellPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by T.J. Tranchell (he/him) to talk about the 197d film and the 1971 book it's based on: The Exorcist by William Peter Blatty. We talk about everything from doubt to puberty to the film's enduring legacy.
Media referenced:
Tell No Man by T.J. Tranchell
The Exorcist by William Peter BlattyThe Exorcist Legacy by Nat Segaloff
On Repentance and Repair by Danya Ruttenberg
Unprotected by Billy Porter
The Silence of Sodom by Mark D. Jordan
2023-10-313h 03Horror Nerds at ChurchBook Club: Frankenstein Book of Prayer with Steve CasePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by author Steve Case (he/him) to talk about his new book The Frankenstein Book of Prayer. We dive into the theology of Frankenstein’s story, the queerness of the original novel, and much more!
Media referenced in this episode:
The Frankenstein Book of Prayer by Steve Case
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like...2023-10-2245 minHorror Nerds at ChurchBook Club: An Interview with Claudia GrayThis week, Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by author Claudia Gray (she/her) to discuss her work on Star Wars projects, her ya vampire novels, and more!
Media referenced in this episode:
-The 1969 Easter Mass Incident on Tumblr
-I Am C-3PO by Anthony Daniels
-From a Certain Point of View
-The Haunted Mansion: Storm and Shade by Claduia Gray
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films...2023-10-1348 minHorror Nerds at ChurchBook Club: Remains to be Told with Lee Murray, Jacqui Greaves, Nikky Lee, and Kirsten McKenziePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by authors Kirsten McKenzie (she/her), Lee Murray (she/her), Jacqui Greaves (she/her), and Nikki Lee (she/her) to talk about the hot off the press horror short story anthology Remains to be Told: Dark Tales of Aotearoa–available wherever you buy your books. We talk about New Zealand culture, horror as a genre, and the spookiness of carnivals. We additionally take a close look at four of the stories from the volume, “The Watchman,” “Dead End Town,” “Fires of Fate,” and “What Bones These Tides Bring.”
Book order link: ht...2023-10-061h 01Horror Nerds at ChurchBook Club: Star Wars From a Certain Point of View (2017)Join Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) for our first Book Club miniseason episode! We are covering Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View which features a collection of short stories from different perspectives of background characters from Star Wars: A New Hope. For our book mini season, you do not have to have read the books to follow along–we won't reveal major spoilers without warning. Listen instead for some flavor of the books, some of the lore in them, and what kind of treasures await if you pick up the book yourself from your local bo...2023-10-021h 57Horror Nerds at ChurchGhosts RetrospectivePace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) tackle our entire spooktacular ghost season by talking about the overarching themes we've uncovered, which of the movies we watched could share continuity with Ghostbusters, and rank the movies from worst to best.
Media Referenced:
-Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View by Various
-Unmasking Autism by Devon Price
-Animorphs by K.A. Applegate
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If...2023-06-291h 37Horror Nerds at ChurchNope (2022)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by artist and scholar Rob Pitts (he/they) to talk about Jordan Peele’s masterpiece, Nope. We talk about spectacle, angels, and community. Also, is this a ghost movie? Pace references FX’s The Secrets of Hillsong, Amazon Prime’s Shiny Happy People, and Hulu’s Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence documentaries.
Check out Rob’s instagram: blackremus1
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other annou...2023-06-221h 15Horror Nerds at ChurchCandyman (2021) with People Under the ScaresPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by the cohosts of People Under the Scares podcast, Michael Anthony (he/him) and Bobby Torrez (he/him) to talk about Nia DeCosta’s Candyman. We talk about gentrification, Clive Barker, and the hive. Also, what really does happen if you say Candyman five times? Candyman, candyman, candyman, candyman, candy…
-”The Forbidden” in Books of Blood Volume 5 by Clive Barker
-Horror Queers’ episode on Candyman (1992) with Brother Ghoulish
-People Under the Scares podcast
-Don Cheadle as Captain Planet
-The Cross and th...2023-06-151h 36Horror Nerds at ChurchGhost (1990)Join Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) as they talk about one of the top performing movies of the early 90s–Ghost! We discuss pottery, the importance of words, and the awesomeness of Whoopi Goldberg. Also, what is up with all the sapphic energy of this film?
Media referenced:
-Stuff You Missed in History Class’ episode on Sylvia Rivera, which includes some of the history of Marsha P. Johnson
-The Black Guy Dies First by Dr. Robin R. Means Coleman and Mark Harris
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merc...2023-06-081h 19Horror Nerds at ChurchGhostbusters: Afterlife (2021)Ecto Emily (they/them) and Podcast Pace (they/them) cover the latest installment of the Ghostbusters franchise. We talk science, practically start the Phoebe fan club, and just how do you spell Revelation (Hint: NO S!)? Grab a bag of Stay Puffed marshmallows and give a listen!
Media Referenced:
-Mother’s Day Proclamation
-The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lack by Rebecca Skloot (which Pace mistakenly refers to as the Secret Life of Harriet Lack… whoopsie!) Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest u...2023-06-011h 37Horror Nerds at ChurchCasper (1995) with Emily Ann GarciaPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Emily Ann Garcia (she/they) to talk about 1995’s Casper. We talk about agency, afterlife, and parenting. Also, is Casper part of the Ghostbusters canon?
-Emily Ann Garcia’s ko-fi and guest appearances on Nerds at Church YEAR B and YEAR C.
Media Referenced:Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a...2023-05-251h 49Horror Nerds at ChurchGhostbusters (2016) with Brooke McLainPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Brooke McLain (she/her) to talk Ghostbusters (2016). We get into shooting like girls and the sexist backlash to this film. Also, what is up with the weird Macy’s Day floats?
Check out our season 6 announcement! Check out Brooke’s instagram!Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link...2023-05-181h 20Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Devil's Backbone (2001) with Abel Arroyo TraversoPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Pastor Abel Arroyo Traverso (he/they) to talk about Guillermo del Toro's The Devil's Backbone. We talk about suspicious bombs, innocence, and the evils of war. Also, how did no one get botulism from the cistern?
CW: Discussion around the brutality of the Spanish Civil War
Media Referenced:
-HNAC's Season 6 Announcement-The Chaotic Bisexual Text Study podcast2023-05-1152 minHorror Nerds at ChurchGhostbusters II (1989)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are back at it for Ghostbusters II (1989). We talk about development hell, psychomagnotheric slime, and the Statue of Liberty. Also, don't scare the straights! Or do. We won't judge. Media Referenced:
-Pace's Doubting Thomas sermon (begins at the 13 minute mark)
-Star Wars the High Republic series
-Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
-Tema Okun's Characteristics of White Supremacy
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and o...2023-05-0450 minHorror Nerds at ChurchMinisode 12: Polyamory part 3 with Brian G. MurphyEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by Brian G. Murphy (he/him/they), co-host of the Queer Theology podcast and co-founder of QueerTheology.com, to talk about polyamory, the Bible, and theology. Download a transcript of this episode here.
CW: discussions of queerphobia, human sexuality, and relationships, and sexual assault
Media mentioned:
-Find Brian G. Murphy on instagram (thisisbgm) and his website and on QueerTheology.com
-Horror Nerds at Church Minisode 8-What is Polyamory? And Minisode 9-Theology of Polyamory
-Is the Homosexual My Neighbor by Virginia Ram...2023-05-0247 minHorror Nerds at ChurchThe Sixth Sense (1999) with Rich HollequeWe are ready to communicate with you now... that we have a new episode! Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Rich Holleque (he/him) to talk about 1999's The Sixth Sense. We talk about seeing dead people, communicating hard topics with kids and believing kids, and that twist ending. Also, what is up with that color red? CW:
Media Referenced:
-From a Certain Point of View by various
-From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back by various
-From a Certain Point of View: The Re...2023-04-271h 11
Horror Nerds at ChurchGhostbusters (1984) with Bobby TorrezPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Bobby Torrez (he/him) of Bobby Likes it Spooky to cover the classic 1984 film Ghostbusters! We talk about Slimer, Marshmallow goo, and Venkman's sexism. Also, just how many hours a day are they making poor Janine answer phones?
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.l...2023-04-201h 13Horror Nerds at ChurchMinisode 11: The Black Guy Dies First with Robin R. Means Coleman and Mark HarrisPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Dr. Robin R. Means Coleman (she/her) and Mark Harris (he/him), co-authors of the book The Black Guy Dies First! We talk about horror tropes, race and horror cinema, and whether or not we can say Candyman 5 times. Listen to all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Media Referenced:
-Horror Noire by Robin R. Means Coleman
-The Black Guy Dies First by Robin R. Means Coleman and Mark Harris
Support us on Patreon! Bu...2023-04-1844 min
Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Changeling (1980)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) kick of season 5 with the haunted house classic The Changeling. We talk about the difference between a haunted house and having ADHD, grief, and baptism. Also, whatever happened to the Carmichael's daughter?
CW: disability/ableism, sexism/misogyny
Media Referenced:
-Sign up for our newsletter!
-Nerds at Church Episode on Graveyards
-Nerds at Church Episode on the Grief Lectionary
-Queering Grief by Pace Warfield-May
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for al...2023-04-131h 19Horror Nerds at ChurchJesus Camp (2006) with Ross BlocherPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Ross Blocher (he/him) of the hit podcast Oh No, Ross and Carrie! to talk about the documentary film Jesus Camp (2006). We talk about crying for Jesus, dancing for the flesh, and what counts as political. Also, check out Camp Quest West!
CW: childhood SA mention, islamophobia, and antisemitismSupport us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future m...2023-04-061h 24
Horror Nerds at ChurchBooTube 13: Dear Revolutionaries and Foundation with Lenny DuncanPace and Emily are joined by Rev. Lenny Duncan (they/them) to talk about their new book Dear Revolutionaries and the Apple TV+ show Foundation. We talk nerdy sci-fi, queer and Black history, and revolution. This is a great conversation and you don't need to have seen the show to follow along. And don't forget to grab your own copy of Dear Revolutionaries!
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own...2023-02-2358 minHorror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street (2010)Emily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) discuss the remake. We talk satanic panic, believing kids, and plastic CGI effects. Also, take your meds!
CW: sexual assault, pedophilia, and victim blaming
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.ly/HNACMinisodes) or email us at horrornerdsatchurch@gmail.com And don’t forget to comment, rate, and...2023-01-0653 minHorror Nerds at ChurchTerror Train (1980)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) ring in the new year with Terror Train, a golden age slasher full of fun, magic, and gore. We talk New Year's Eve celebrations, illusions, and frat parties on trains. Also, what train doesn't have a working phone or radio?
CW: transphobia, misogyny, harmful stigmas around mental illness
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for...2022-12-291h 17Horror Nerds at ChurchKrampus (2015)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) discuss the holiday classic Krampus. We talk killer gingerbread people, shepherds, and the nightmares of capitalist Christmas. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, y'all!
CW: discussion around antisemitism, the holocaust, classism, J.K. Rowling, and Victor Salva
Media referenced:
-Krampus and Friends Holiday Special by Stuff You Missed in History Class
-Our holiday cards!
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to...2022-12-251h 24Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Wicker Man (1973) with Howard David InghamPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Howard David Ingham (they/them) to discuss the classic The Wicker Man (1973). We talk conservative morals, cult cinema, and Wicker-Mansplaining. Also, they do love their divinity lessons!
CW: pedophilia, fascism, and cults
Media referenced:
-We Don't Go Back and Cult Cinema by Howard David Ingham
-T.A.Z: The Temporary Autonomous Zone by Hakim Bey
-The Mists of Avalon by Mary Ann Zimmer Bradley
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all...2022-12-221h 32Horror Nerds at ChurchFreddy vs. Jason (2003), AgainPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) cover Freddy vs. Jason. Who is Emily rooting for? What Trinitarian formulas do Pace and Emily decide on?
CW: mental illness and institutionalization, stigma around disability, child molestation and murder, sexual assault mention
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.ly/HNACMinisodes) or email us at horrornerdsatchurch...2022-12-221h 33Horror Nerds at ChurchEverything Everywhere All At Once (2022) with River Cook NeedhamPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by River Cook Needham (she/her) to talk about Everything Everywhere All At Once. We discuss everything bagels, hot dog fingers, black holes, and process theology. Also, we officially announce our upcoming live show!!! Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Media referenced:
-Register for the QCF conference and our live show!
-Our holiday cards!
-Queer Holiday Survival Episode with Suzannah Porter
-Jane, Unlimited by Kristin Cashore
-Light from Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki
-Process and Reality by Alfred North Whitehead
-The Face...2022-12-081h 32Horror Nerds at ChurchWes Craven's New Nightmare (1994)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) cover about 1994's Wes Craven's New Nightmare. We talk about meta films, demons, and pop culture. Also, does Emily admit they might actually be starting to like horror? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church.
CW: stalkers, medical negligence/not believing women, the Club Q shooting, intentional misinformation, earthquakes
Media referenced:
-Our holiday cards!
-Queer Holiday Survival Episode with Suzannah Porter
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and...2022-12-021h 08Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Addams Family (1991) with Elle DowdPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Rev. Elle Dowd (she/they) to talk about 1991's The Addams Family! We discuss queer family, the nature of horror, and the joys of games like "Is there a God?" Check out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: abusive families, trafficking, trauma
Media referenced:
-Our holiday cards!
-Check out this article about telling the truth about Thanksgiving by Jackie Menjivar. Also, check out 7 Books About Thanksgiving from Native Perspective
-Elle Dowd's book, Baptized i...2022-11-241h 18Horror Nerds at ChurchFreddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare (1991) with JR LuxPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by JR Lux (she/they) to talk about 1991's Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare. We talk about disability, rolling down hills, and CGI dream demons.
CW: Self-harm, suicide, childhood sexual assault, and domestic violence
Media referenced:
-Our holiday cards!
-Hello Cruel World: 101 Alternatives to Suicide by Kate Bornstein
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your...2022-11-171h 07Horror Nerds at ChurchSunshine (2007) with Brandon GrafiusPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Brandon Grafius (he/him) to talk about the 2007 film Sunshine! We talk about doubt, theosis, sunburns, and an excess of manliness. Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Media referenced:
-Our holiday cards!
-Lurking Under the Surface: Horror, Religion, and the Questions that Haunt Us by Brandon Grafius
-The Tapestry episode with Brandon Grafius
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the...2022-11-101h 14Horror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989) with Suzannah PorterPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) bring back Suzannah Porter (she/her) to talk about A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child. We talk about anti-choice propaganda, undulation, and pokeball wombs. Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: discussion of rape, sexual assault, anti-abortion rhetoric, queer phobia, and stigma around mental health
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit...2022-11-032h 11Horror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988)Join Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) as they discuss looking in mirrors, dream gates, and reclaiming identity in 1988's A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master!
CW: discussions of transphobia and the harm of JK Rowling in our deep dive
Media referenced:
-Buy some of our holiday cards!
-Kay Lynch's tweet about reconstructing identity in Dream Master
-Sins of the Parent in Pace's queeries
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news...2022-10-271h 30Horror Nerds at ChurchHocus Pocus 2 with Nerds at ChurchPace (they/them), Emily (they/them) are joined by Kay (she/her), who along with Emily, cohosts our sibling podcast, Nerds At Church, to talk capitalism, queerness (and TERFdom), and community in this episode on 2022’s Hocus Pocus 2. Follow Nerds At Church on Facebook and Twitter!
Submit your pet (or stuffed animal or plant) for our 2nd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest by going to bit.ly/hnacPetContest22.
Media referenced:
#HQSpookySeason movie calendar created by Horror Queers
Last year’s Hocus Pocus episode, also with Nerds At Church
Garfunkel and O...2022-10-211h 33Horror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) talk the importance of community, fairy tale magic, and holy water in this episode on 1987’s A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.
Submit your pet (or stuffed animal or plant) for our 2nd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest by going to bit.ly/hnacPetContest22.
CW: discussion of death by suicide in the deep dive
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to su...2022-10-1356 minHorror Nerds at ChurchSuspiria (1977)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) talk Nazi architecture, witchcraft & whispers, and the horror of ableism in the dreamy movie that is Suspiria.
Submit your pet (or stuffed animal or plant) for our 2nd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest (https://bit.ly/hnacPetContest22). Join the diakonia.faith collective for a National Coming Out Day Worship Service online on October 11th.
CW: discussions of the Holocaust, ableism, and mental illness in the deep dive.
Media referenced:
-Nerds at Church Reformation 2021 episode and episode with Katie Hall
-Suspiria de Profundis by Thomas d...2022-10-061h 22Horror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) talk queer cinema, body horror, and the bonkers movie that is A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge. Submit your pet (or stuffed animal or plant) for our 2nd Annual Halloween Pet Costume Contest by going to bit.ly/hnacPetContest22.
CW: discussion of homophobia and queerphobia and a brief discussion of body horror and gender dysphoria in the deep dive.
Media mentioned:
Pace mentions trans takes on body horror. Here are three examples: "Body Horror and Growing up Trans" by Cressa Beer, "How Body Horror Movies He...2022-09-291h 13Horror Nerds at ChurchChildren of the Corn (1984)Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) talk corn puns, hyper religious cults, and the creepiness of corn children.
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.ly/HNACMinisodes) or email us at horrornerdsatchurch@gmail.com And don’t forget to comment, rate, and subscribe to us on your favorite podcast provider!2022-09-221h 04
Horror Nerds at ChurchA Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) with A Nightmare on Fierce Street Podcast1, 2, Freddy’s Coming for You, 3, 4, get ready for more… of our podcast! Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Trent (he/him) and Sharai (she/her) of the awesome podcast, A Nightmare on Fierce Street, to talk about the first entry in the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise.
Content warnings for this episode include discussions of paedophilia related to Freddy Kreuger’s backstory.
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like t...2022-09-151h 59
Horror Nerds at ChurchDoctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022)Season 4 begins with a multiverse of madness as Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) discuss dreams, multiverse theories, and sexism in the MCU.
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. If you would like to submit your own real life church horror story for a future minisode, follow this link (https://bit.ly/HNACMinisodes) or email us at horrornerdsatchurch@gmail.com And don’t forget to comment, rate, and subscribe to us on your favorite podcast provider!2022-09-0857 min
Horror Nerds at ChurchVampire Film RetrospectiveSeason 3 ends here folks as Emily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) rank all the films from the season, including the Twilight films. Also, we bring back your favorite segment, Matt misremembers s***!
CW: HIV/AIDS, discussion about human sexuality, racism, anti-Semitism, and queerphobia in the deep dive
Media mentioned:
-To learn more about what you can do to help in the aftermath of the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, check out podvoices.help/.
-Follow us on YouTube here. We don’t have anything posted yet, but stay tu...2022-06-301h 40
Horror Nerds at ChurchVampire Literature RetrospectiveEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by returning guest Page Stauffer (they/them) to discuss all things vampire literature! We trace the earliest vampire works in English through some of the biggest entries in the genre, then take a deep dive into the Twilight franchise, including some of the very bizarre entries from the Illustrated Guide. Also, does vampire venom glitter? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church.
Media mentioned:
-Check out our Vampire Literature Syllabus here for all the books mentioned in the...2022-06-232h 36Horror Nerds at Church30 Days of Night (2007)Emily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) tackle 30 Days of Night, the vampire film based on the best selling comic by Steve Niles and illustrated by Ben Templesmith. We discuss prophetic strangers, messianic figures, and xenophobia. Also, how much do Emily and Pace love snow? Probably too much. Find out all of this and more on this latest episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: discussions of domestic violence, abortion, xenophobia, and colonialism
Media mentioned:
-Emily mentions their Litany for Reproductive Justice and a Washington Post article they were featured in
...2022-06-161h 25Horror Nerds at ChurchMinisode 9: Polyamory Series 2, Theology and PolyamoryEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) discuss the various ways that the Bible and theology support polyamorous relationships, including discussions of the Trinity, the chosen family of Ruth, Boaz, and Naomi, and Pentecost.
CW: discussions of human sexuality and relationships, alcoholism and abuse in the real life church horror story submission
Media mentioned:
-Horror Nerds at Church Minisode 7-What is Polyamory?
-Nerds at Church take a deep dive into alcoholism and addiction on 2nd Sunday after Epiphany Year C
-The Queer God by Marcella Althaus-Reid
-Daniel...2022-06-141h 11Horror Nerds at ChurchHotel Transylvania (2012) with Justin ThornburghEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by guest Rev. Justin Thornburgh (he/they) to discuss Hotel Transylvania! We discuss Justin’s work as a death doula before diving into themes of masculinities, child rearing, and safe spaces. Also, what do vampires turning into bats have in common with some youth pastors? Find out all of this and more in our latest episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: racism, grief, and death mentions
Media mentioned:
-Find Justin on Instagram: Thresholds_eol
-A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness...2022-06-091h 21Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 (2012)We’ve finally made it, spider-monkeys. Emily and Pace cover The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2. We take a deep dive into purity culture, truth, and some of the ongoing racism of the series. Also, how many tries does it take to master a new skill? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church.
CW: purity culture, racism, and anti-choice propaganda
Media mentioned:
Breaking Dawn by Stefanie Meyer
Nerds at Church Ascension 2021
Nerds at Church Ascension 2022
Support us on Patreon! Buy...2022-05-261h 17Horror Nerds at ChurchBlade (1998) with Lenny DuncanEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by special guest, author, scholar, activist, artist, podcast co-host of Blackberry Jams, and pastor Rev. Lenny Duncan (they/them) to talk about the first cool Marvel movie, Blade. We nerd out about the comics before taking a deep dive into the state of the church, racism, and the rise of fascism. This conversation gets deep y’all, and this episode is definitely not one to miss.
CW: racism, sexual assault, and queerphobia
Media Mentioned:
-Dear Church by Lenny Duncan
-Preorder the expanded pa...2022-05-202h 25Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (2011) with Suzannah PorterEmily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by past guest Suzannah Porter (she/her) to talk about Breaking Dawn Part 1. We talk movie weddings, anti-choice and anti-abortion rhetoric, bears, and even give some advice from your queer elders. Also, did you remember to take your meds? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: abortion and anti-chocie rhetoric, racism, queerphobia, suicide mention, misogyny, and trans misogyny, purity culture, all in relation to the contents of the film
Media Mentioned:
-Breaking Dawn by Stephenie...2022-05-123h 11Horror Nerds at ChurchInterview with the Vampire (1994) with Alex RaabeVampires were never sexier (or gayer) than the 1994 film Interview with the Vampire. Emily (they/them) and Pace (they/them) are joined by Rev. Alex Raabe (he/him) to talk frilly clothes, longing stares, and the brooding existential wanderings of Louis. Also, how reliable of a narrator is Louis, anyway? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: queerphobia in the real life church horror story, slavery and sexual assault mentioned in relation to the film
Media Mentioned:
-Nerds at Church episode featuring Rev. Alex Raabe
-Interview with the Vampire by Anne...2022-05-051h 39Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Twilight Saga: Eclipse (2010)Vampires and werewolves and transfigurations, oh my! Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) continue their watch through of the Twilight franchise with The Twilight Saga: Eclipse. They take a deep dive into sex education, purity culture, and finding belonging. Also, does Esme have any vampire powers? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: discussions of purity culture, racism, queerphobia, and toxic relationships
Media Referenced:
-Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë
-Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer
-Short Second Life of Bree Tanner ...2022-04-211h 42Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Passion of the Christ (2004)It’s Holy Week so Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) tackle one of the most horrific films about Jesus ever made, The Passion of the Christ. We talk about the gore, the anti-Semitism, and whether this movie should truly be classified as a horror film. Also, why is Jesus so white? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: discussions of anti-Semitism and queerphobia
Media Referenced:
-Nerds at Church’s Good Friday and Easter episodes
-Horror Nerds at Church’s interview with R...2022-04-141h 46Horror Nerds at ChurchThe Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009) with Kelsey BrownPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by super-fan Rev. Kelsey Brown (she/her) to talk Twilight New Moon! We discuss agency, the problematic portrayal of Native Americans in the franchise, and continue our look at vampire mythos. Also, are we team Edward or team Jacob? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
CW: racism mentioned in real life horror story and SA/DV, racism and colonialism in discussion of the film
Twilight:
New Moon and Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer
...2022-04-071h 36Horror Nerds at ChurchDaughters of Darkness (1971) with Brenda BosPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by Bp. Brenda Bos (she/her) the first openly lesbian bishop in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) to talk about Daughters of Darkness. We talk about the importance of foreplay, try to discern the nonsensical plot, and share our love for the wardrobe. We then take a deep dive into types of grief, darkness as beautiful, and sapphic vampire lore. Also, what is with the exorcism real life church horror stories this season? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church.2022-03-311h 35Horror Nerds at ChurchMinisode 8: Polyamory Series 1, What is Polyamory?Pace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) talk polyamory. We talk about polyamory, relationship anarchy, God’s abundant love, and a brief history of polyamory. We end with a real life church polyamory story submitted by anonymous.
Content warnings: We talk about human sexuality and complexity of relationships in this episode.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
-Nerds at Church’s episode on Relationship Anarchy.
-Queering Psychology’s “Polyamory 101”
-NPR’s article “A Cultural Moment for Polyamory”
-this overview of relationship anarchy
-The book The Ethical Slut: Revised Edition...2022-03-2953 minHorror Nerds at ChurchTwilight (2008) with T.J. TranchellPace (they/them) and Emily (they/them) are joined by horror author T.J. Tranchell (he/him) to talk about Twilight. We talk about sparkly vampires, relationship red flags, and take a deep dive into the Mornon theological subtext of the film. Also, does this episode include our scariest real-life church horror story? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Content warnings: discussions about purity culture, domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault mentions in relationship to the film
Books Referenced:
-T.J. Tranchell’s books Cry...2022-03-241h 59Horror Nerds at ChurchDracula (1931)Pace (they/them) is joined by co-host Rev. Emily E. Ewing (of Nerds at Church and Queerying.org fame) all season long to talk about vampires, starting with the one and only Dracula. We discuss vampire lore, science vs. superstition vs. religion, connections between vampires and the Eucharist (communion), and ponder on whether Dracula is actually a tragic hero? Also, is Dracula really queer, or is that just us? Find out all of this and more in this episode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Content warnings: queer coding and queer phobia, sucide mention in deep dive
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Horror Nerds at ChurchFriday the 13th Retrospective with Matt Warfield-MayFinally, finally, the Friday the 13th Retrospective. Pace is joined by their husband and the podcast editor, Matt Warfield-May to talk all things Jason. We talk about hell, the hero’s journey, and rank the franchise. And! Listen to the end for the complete list of season 3 episodes!
Books Mentioned:
-The Hero with a Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell
-Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash by James Kuhoric and illustrated by Jason Craig (story by Jeff Katz)
-Crystal Lake Memories by Peter M. Bracke
Support us on Patreon! Buy some merch! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the la...2022-02-171h 24Horror Nerds at ChurchGremlins (1984) with Emily E. Ewing and JR LuxMerry Christmas! Pace (they/them) is joined by guest co-host Emily E. Ewing (they/them) and special guest JR Lux (she/they) to talk about the 1980s classic Gremlins. We talk ontological shifts, alignment charts, sci-fi references, and Christmas chaos. Check out JR’s instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/popculture_and_monsters. Access a transcript of this episode here.
Content warnings: queerphobia mention in real life church horror story and discussion about white supremacy and racism in the deep dive.
Books Mentioned:
-For more information and theological reflection about commodification of the environment, check out Super, Natural Christians by Sa...2021-12-251h 19Horror Nerds at ChurchAddams Family Values (1993) with Elle DowdThey’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re… the Addams Family! Pace and guest co-host Emily E. Ewing are joined by special guest, Elle Dowd to talk about the film Addams Family Values. We begin by talking about Elle’s book, Baptized in Tear Gas, before taking a deep dive into the queer readings of this film, Wednesday’s Thanksgiving play, and much more! Also, are the Addams family queer icons? Find out all of this and more on this episode of Horror Nerds at Church. And! Don’t forget to check out Elle’s book, Baptized i...2021-11-241h 42Horror Nerds at ChurchMinisode 6: Two Sensitive StoriesJoin host Pace and guest co-host Emily E. Ewing as they read YOUR real life church horror stories. In today’s episode, they read two intense stories. Check out this minisode of Horror Nerds at Church!
Content warnings: suicide, sex offender, and child pornography
If you are contemplating suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-82552021-11-2332 minHorror Nerds at ChurchHalloween Kills (2021) with Matt Warfield-May and Elle Mills-WarnerIt’s finally here! Happy Halloween! And tune in for our special episode on Halloween Kills, the latest entry in David Gordon Green’s Halloween trilogy. Evil dies tonight! Or something like that. Elle Mills-Warner and Matt Warfield-May return as guests. Content warnings: mentions of grief and trauma in discussion of the film Books Mentioned: -Stokely Carmichael, Black Power and the Third World Support us on Patreon! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter for all the latest updates about upcoming films, news, and other announcements. And don’t forget to comment, rate, and subscribe to us on your favorit...2021-10-311h 21Horror Nerds at ChurchFriday the 13th Part VII with JennaMarie WarfieldWho will win in the epic showdown between a telekinetic young woman and the undead Jason? Joe and Pace are joined by musician JennaMarie Warfield to discuss Friday the 13th Part VII: The New Blood and take a deep dive into body horror, super-powered final girls, and gaslighting. Also, what is the psychologist’s plan in this movie? It makes no sense.
Books mentioned:
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood
Crystal Lake Memories by Peter M. Bracke
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, please visit https://www...2021-10-141h 56Horror Nerds at ChurchIntroductionsMeet hosts Joe Ramelo (he/him) and Pace Warfield-May (they/them) as they introduce the podcast and interview each other! In our first episode, learn about their favorite horror films, hear a real-life ghost story set in an old church, and delve into some of the horrific scenes from the Bible. Also, could they have been hosts of a Golden Girls podcast in an alternate universe? Probably! Find out all of this and more in the premiere episode of Horror Nerds at Church.
No film this episode, but join us for our next episode on the 1987 thriller...2021-03-2538 min
Chasing Simple Marketing for EntrepreneursEpisode 012: An Action Plan for Pricing Your Services with Emily McClain
Today I’m joined by Emily McClain, who is not only another cat lady and a business coach for virtual assistants, but she’s also a classmate of mine from high school. It’s been really cool to reconnect with her as she’s started growing her own business, and I’m so excited to introduce you to her today!
Emily is sharing on a topic that we usually have one of two reactions to: A) We run away screaming from it, or B) We lean into it and get frustrated by a lack of clear answers and guidan...2020-07-0726 min