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SCARETRODUCING

SCARETRODUCING

By Calum Macnab & Gisela Martinez

Welcome to SCARETRODUCING! A horror movie podcast for horror movie virgins!
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Rob Zombie's Halloween Films

SCARETRODUCINGOct 29, 2023

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Rob Zombie's Halloween Films

Rob Zombie's Halloween Films

HAPPY HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!
This week, we chat some horror movie nonsense once again! Prepare for a deep dive into the world of Halloween and Michael Myers as we explore the two efforts from director Rob Zombie: Halloween 2007 (04:35) and Halloween II (24:11) .
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As always, thanks to:

Dilani Saumya (Scaretroducing podcast logo)
Napbak (Scaretroducing theme music)
Oct 29, 202355:11
2023 Franchise Week: THE NUN II, SAW X & THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER

2023 Franchise Week: THE NUN II, SAW X & THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER

SEQUELS, PREQUELS, LEGACY! This week, we chat some horror movie nonsense once again! Prepare for a quick look through three of the biggest 2023 franchise releases to put you in the mood this Halloween season: The Nun II (3:03), Saw X (21:35), & The Exorcist: Believer (41:38). . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya (Scaretroducing podcast logo) Napbak (Scaretroducing theme music)
Oct 22, 202301:05:36
2023 Catch Up: NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU & COBWEB

2023 Catch Up: NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU & COBWEB

WE'RE BACK!!! After several month's away we are back to chat some horror movie nonsense once again! Prepare for a quick look back through some of the 2023 horror releases that came out during our extended hiatus (Pearl, Skinamarink, Talk to Me etc.) as well as a deep dive into two ORIGINAL releases which deserve your love this Halloween season: No One Will Save You & Cobweb. . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya (Scaretroducing podcast logo) Napbak (Scaretroducing theme music)
Oct 16, 202354:30
Scream VI (2023)
Mar 20, 202301:11:50
Knock at the Cabin (2023)

Knock at the Cabin (2023)

A review of M. Night Shyamalan's latest film KNOCK AT THE CABIN and discussion of it's themes. We also list off some ideas of what fans should watch next.


As always, thanks to: 

Dilani Saumya (Scaretroducing podcast logo)

Napbak (Scaretroducing theme music)

Mar 08, 202301:00:14
Universal Monsters - Episode 02: Frankenstein (1931)

Universal Monsters - Episode 02: Frankenstein (1931)

Continuing our 2023 exploration of the classic Universal Monster Movies, we move onto 1931's SECOND big screen adaptation of a famous gothic novel - an adaptation that sparked a new horror icon in the process: FRANKENSTEIN! 


As always, thanks to: 

Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork. 

Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music

Feb 21, 202358:19
M3GAN (2023)

M3GAN (2023)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo talk killer dolls, dog deaths in movies & the new Queen of Horror in their review of 2023's cultural colossus M3GAN! As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya (Scaretroducing podcast logo) & Napbak (Scaretroducing theme music).
Jan 30, 202347:35
Universal Monsters - Episode 01: Dracula (1931)

Universal Monsters - Episode 01: Dracula (1931)

For 2023 we will be discussing some of the biggest horror movie icons to ever grace the silver screen, starting with the one and only DRACULA!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork.
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jan 14, 202301:04:12
Best Horror Movies Of 2022

Best Horror Movies Of 2022

It's the end of 2022 and it's time for SCARETRODUCING to discuss their favourite horror movies of the year!
(UK release dates, obviously)
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork.
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music.
Dec 31, 202201:10:40
Bones and All (2022)

Bones and All (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo talk Timothée Chalamet, cannibal romance & Glasgow's Granny of Gore in their review of Luca Guadaagnino's BONES AND ALL! .  .  .   As always, thanks to:   Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork.   Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music.
Dec 04, 202259:36
The Menu (2022)

The Menu (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo discuss pretentious food, Anya Taylor-Joy, and 2022's latest blockbuster horror movie THE MENU!  . . .  As always, thanks to:  Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork.  Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music.

Nov 26, 202248:57
Barbarian (2022)

Barbarian (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on a future late night classic BARBARIAN!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork.
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music.
Nov 04, 202250:56
Halloween Ends (2022)

Halloween Ends (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on the concluding chapter to David Gordon Green's new Halloween trilogy with 2022's HALLOWEEN ENDS!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Oct 16, 202253:21
Hellraiser (2022)

Hellraiser (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Pinhead's return in 2022's HELLRAISER!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Oct 11, 202244:20
Orphan: First Kill (2022)

Orphan: First Kill (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Esther's return to cinema in prequel ORPHAN: FIRST KILL
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Aug 31, 202239:08
Nope (2022) - Our 100th Episode!

Nope (2022) - Our 100th Episode!

For our 100th episode the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Jordan Peele's latest feature film: NOPE

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As always, thanks to:

Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork

Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music

Aug 17, 202249:29
Prey (2022)

Prey (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on the latest entry into the Predator franchise: PREY

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As always, thanks to: 

Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork 

Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music

Aug 09, 202250:56
The Black Phone (2022)

The Black Phone (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Scott Derrickson's latest feature THE BLACK PHONE.
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jul 05, 202246:25
Dashcam (2022)

Dashcam (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Rob Savage's latest feature DASCHAM.

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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music

Jun 19, 202248:43
Men (2022)

Men (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Alex Garland's latest feature MEN. We also briefly discuss our thoughts on the Neve Campbell situation with SCREAM 6 as well as our thoughts on the trailer for the latest PREDATOR movie - PREY!
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As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jun 08, 202256:42
Lux Æterna (2019)

Lux Æterna (2019)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on Gaspar Noé's Lux Æterna.
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As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
May 31, 202241:27
Firestarter (2022)

Firestarter (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through their thoughts on 2022's FIRESTARTER
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
May 16, 202248:35
The Lighthouse (2019)

The Lighthouse (2019)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the lack of plot & their thoughts of the Robert Eggers' second feature film THE LIGHTHOUSE! . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Apr 11, 202251:29
The Witch (2015)

The Witch (2015)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the plot & their thoughts of the Robert Eggers' debut feature film THE WITCH! (The VVitch) . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Apr 03, 202201:02:55
Studio 666 (2022)

Studio 666 (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the plot & their thoughts of the Foo Fighters movie STUDIO 666! (Spoilers from the start) . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Mar 07, 202241:51
Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the plot & their thoughts of 2022's TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE! (Spoilers from the start) . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Feb 22, 202241:01
Nightmare Alley (2021)

Nightmare Alley (2021)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the plot & their thoughts of 2021's* NIGHTMARE ALLEY! *Released January 2022 in the UK . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jan 24, 202243:48
Scream (2022)

Scream (2022)

This week the SCARETRODUCING duo run through both the plot & their thoughts of 2022's SCREAM!  . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jan 15, 202257:02
Halloween Kills (2021) & Titane (2021)

Halloween Kills (2021) & Titane (2021)

Should a slasher aim to be more than just a pile of dead bodies & inventive kills? Is Julia Ducournau the modern master of body horror? LISTEN TO FIND OUT WHAT WE THINK IN OUR LATEST EPISODE! Timestamps: Halloween Kills = 00:00 - 36:35 Titane = 36:36 - End
Oct 19, 202149:08
Malignant (2021)

Malignant (2021)

GUYS...SERIOUSLY GUYS!!!!! Today we unleash an episode on arguably the strangest movie we've ever covered, James Wan's MALIGNANT. Join us as we delve into all the nitty gritty and give our takes on whether or not it's successful amidst all the insanity. There is also some brief CANDYMAN chat at the beginning of the episode which we were originally supposed to cover a few weeks ago. TIME STAMPS: Intro & Candyman chat = 00:00 - 08:29 Malignant (non-spoiler) = 08:30 - 23:00 Malignant (spoilers) = 23:01 - 56:33
Sep 12, 202156:34
Don't Breathe 2 (2021)

Don't Breathe 2 (2021)

WE'RE BAAAAACKK!
And to celebrate our return we're talking about one of the most controversial horror movies of the year - it's the sequel to the surprise hit of 2016 DON'T BREATHE!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Aug 17, 202134:24
In The Earth (2021)

In The Earth (2021)

Ask many questions and give few answers; it's the Ben Wheatley guide to movie making and the maestro of ambiguous indie genre cinema has returned with IN THE EARTH, a film designed to be as difficult, disorientating, and relatable as possible. It's a grand vision on a small scale and we decided to talk about our thoughts!
Enjoy
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jun 24, 202140:50
The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) & A Quiet Place Part II (2021)

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021) & A Quiet Place Part II (2021)

Two new releases for the price of one! Enjoy our ramblings and reviews of two very different, but equally massive horror releases! TIME STAMPS: The Conjuring chat & review = 00:00 - 40:35 A Quiet Place chat & review = 40:36 - End . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Jun 10, 202101:06:58
Spiral: From the Book of Saw (2021)

Spiral: From the Book of Saw (2021)

Listen as we discuss Scotland's covid lockdown rules, give out initial thoughts on the trailer for ONE NIGHT IN SOHO, and take you through our experience of finally watching SPIRAL!

(Movie Review starts at 10:07)
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
May 26, 202150:12
JIGSAW (2017)

JIGSAW (2017)

After a seven year hiatus, Jigsaw & Billy the Puppet return. What does it mean? What's going on? Who is SAW? All will be answered as the SCARETRODCUING duo take us through the most recent entry in the franchise (until later this week, when SPIRAL takes the title) . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
May 10, 202101:07:30
SAW: The Final Chapter (2010)

SAW: The Final Chapter (2010)

A.K.A SAW 3D
Join us for an episode in which we discuss Nu-Metal for too long, bet £50 on a potential miscommunication and run through the plot of the 7th instalment of the SAW franchise. Hint: one of the hosts is playing their own game during the episode - can you figure it out before all is revealed in the dying seconds?
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
May 02, 202101:22:42
SAW VI (2009)

SAW VI (2009)

After a brief delay in proceedings, SCARETRODCUING is back to carry on with it's blood-filled descent into the maniacal world of Jigsaw - this week we tackle the 2009 entry SAW VI.
From debates about healthcare, Gisela's thoughts on gross public behaviour, how political a film will SPIRAL be and celebrating our very own Podcast birthday - we've got a packed (slightly drunken) episode lined up!
LISTEN OR DON'T - MAKE YOUR CHOICE!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Apr 18, 202158:13
SAW V (2008)

SAW V (2008)

What's Jigsaw's favourite genre of music? Trap! In our 5th SAW episode we discuss the beginning of the end for the franchise by taking a look at what is pretty universally seen as the worst entry in the series. Listen as we take you through more traps & torture! . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Mar 28, 202147:08
SAW IV (2007)

SAW IV (2007)

It's a Trap! In our 4th trip into the SAW-verse we discuss the Oscars & Bafta nominations for 2021, wonder what it'd be like to stumble upon a SAW game, and take you on a wander through more traps & torture! . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Mar 17, 202153:52
SAW III (2006)

SAW III (2006)

Legends Never Die. In our 3rd trip into the SAW-verse we debate Horror Icons, make a case for horror's inclusion in awards season, and take you on a wander through more traps & torture! . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Mar 02, 202154:29
SAW II (2005)

SAW II (2005)

Our 2nd venture into the torturous world of SAW takes us to the 1st sequel of the franchise SAW II.  Released only 1 year after the massive success of the original, we look into how it came about so quickly & just how successfully it manages to live up to the hype. Also, if you listen all the way to the end, you might lose a game of your own... . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Feb 15, 202153:06
SAW (2004)

SAW (2004)

Our SCARETRODUCING duo begin their 2021 podcast adventure with a delightfully gory dive into the torturous world of SAW beginning with James Wan's 2004 debut feature film!
Is the film as violent as it's made out to be? How does it feel to revisit extreme cinema with mature eyes? And is this the most important horror film of the 21st century? All will be discussed/answered within. Listen...or don't...make your choice!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Napbak - Scaretroducing intro/outro music
Feb 01, 202156:43
2020: The Year in Fear (Part 2) - Identity

2020: The Year in Fear (Part 2) - Identity

It's our final ep for 2020 and we're diving into those pesky horror releases that have graced our screens in the latter half of the year. Particularly I'M THINKING OF ENDING THINGS, HIS HOUSE and POSSESSOR.
Tune in as Calum does a deep dive into why these 3 films make a tremendously terrifying triple bill!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Dec 17, 202048:48
2020: The Year in Fear (Part 1)

2020: The Year in Fear (Part 1)

Join us as we take a look back at 2020 - a year absolutely NONE of us could have predicted. Framing the months via his cinematic experiences - both memorable & forgettable - Calum runs us through January to June, occasionally diverting to talk about Plot-heavy film criticism, Sports, and the nature of general audiences when it comes to horror movies. It's been a year to forget, but before you do so why not take a look back at everything you've seen or missed, loved or hated. Enjoy! CONTRA ZOOM's Make/Remake "Invisible Man" episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/104-make-remake-the-invisible-man/id1464447718?i=1000471367522 . . . As always, thanks to: Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Dec 07, 202035:41
Peninsula (2020)

Peninsula (2020)

Goodbye Train to Busan - Goodbye 2020! Our last regular episode of the year tackles a brand new release: PENINSULA (or Train to Busan Presents: Peninsula for our U.S listeners)!
Listen as we discuss the film, recall the night we saw it (#datenight), and rant about the madness of it all...
Enjoy!
Nov 18, 202046:08
Seoul Station (2016)

Seoul Station (2016)

Continuing on with our TRAIN TO BUSAN series, the Scaretroducing hosts tackle the 2016 prequel SEOUL STATION.
Along the way, debates rage about: blaming horror movies for real life crimes, the importance of "theme" in movies, and how society looks down upon sex workers. It's a *PACKED* episode!
Enjoy!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Nov 12, 202045:05
Train to Busan (2016)

Train to Busan (2016)

Action? Horror? ZOMBIES!? No, it's not "The 2020 story", it's the beginning of a brand new miniseries covering the Korean zombie megahit TRAIN TO BUSAN & it's resulting franchise! Beginning with the o.g. 2016 movie we also discuss why it will be our final batch of episodes for the year and debate about how the film lives up to it's competition!  Enjoy!
Nov 03, 202043:56
Evil Eye (2020)

Evil Eye (2020)

That's right folks, we're copying the Amazon/Blumhouse release strategy for our latest miniseries which is covering the "Welcome to the Blumhouse" event that is available right now on Amazon Prime - TWO EPISODES ON ONE DAY!
This episode takes a look at EVIL EYE, starring Sarita Choudhury and Sunita Mani.
Enjoy!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Oct 22, 202028:12
Nocturne (2020)

Nocturne (2020)

That's right folks, we're copying the Amazon/Blumhouse release strategy for our latest miniseries which is covering the "Welcome to the Blumhouse" event that is available right now on Amazon Prime - TWO EPISODES ON ONE DAY!
This episode takes a look at NOCTURNE, starring Sydney Sweeney and Madison Iseman.
Enjoy!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Oct 22, 202027:51
Black Box (2020)

Black Box (2020)

That's right folks, we're copying the Amazon/Blumhouse release strategy for our latest miniseries which is covering the "Welcome to the Blumhouse" event that is available right now on Amazon Prime - TWO EPISODES ON ONE DAY!
This episode takes a look at BLACK BOX, starring Mamoudou Athie and Phylicia Rashād.
Enjoy!
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As always, thanks to:
Dilani Saumya (https://www.fiverr.com/dilanisaumya) - Scaretroducing podcast artwork
Oct 13, 202021:40