Scaring Sam: A Horror Podcast
By James Rees and Sam Rees
What's up, revellers and weirdos! The Scaring Sam podcast is where a horror fanatic tests his wife's nerves, and likely their marriage as they take a hilariously candid look at scary movies. Join James and Sam as they bring you their honest take on cult to contemporary horror films from both sides of the fence!
Scaring Sam: A Horror PodcastJan 29, 2024
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SCARY STORIES TO TELL IN THE DARK: A Perfect Gateway Into Horror?
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 2019's Scary Stories To Tell In The Dark; We wonder if this film succeeds in potentially introducing young adults to horror, while working our way through all the cliches - Everybody loves a cliche, right?
Jan 29, 202453:52
30 DAYS OF NIGHT: These Are No Twilight Vamps
What's up, revellers and weirdos! What better way to start the new year than to visit the cold, isolated town of Barrow, Alaska, along with a bunch of blood thirsty vampires.
Jan 15, 202449:08
AN AMERICAN WEREWOLF IN LONDON: Redefining A Classic
What's up, revellers and weirdos! We're back for Spooky Season! Join us this episode as we discuss 1981's An American Werewolf In London directed by John Landis.
Oct 27, 202342:54
HONEYMOON: We Regret Watching This One
What's up, revellers and weirdos! Join us this episode as we discuss 2014's Honeymoon directed by Leigh Janiak (Fear Street trilogy). Sam regrets watching this movie. James reveals his childhood fear of being abducted by aliens. Find out how many times we can say 'Honeymoon' in one episode.
Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Sep 22, 202236:38
THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD: The Cure For Zombie Fatigue
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 1985's THE RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, directed by Dan O'Bannon -- The second sweatiest horror we've watched from 1985! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
May 04, 202224:45
LIFEFORCE: Nocturnal Admissions
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss 1985's LIFEFORCE, directed by Tobe Hooper -- The horniest horror movie we have ever seen! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Apr 21, 202238:05
MORBIUS: Partly cloudy with a moderate breeze
This episode, James gives us his hot take on MORBIUS, "a new Marvel legend." Yeah... you keep telling yourself that, Sony (rolls eyes).
Apr 07, 202213:54
HEREDITARY: The Problem with Elevated Horror
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we take a swing at Ari Aster's Hereditary, laying out why "elevated horror" is elitist [explicit deleted], and somehow this leads to a discussion on foot fetish. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Mar 17, 202243:47
THE THING: John Carpenter's Underappreciated Masterpiece
We finally reached our 50th episode, and Sam hasn't quit! Rejoice! To celebrate, we discuss James's all time favourite horror: John Carpenter's THE THING! If you're feeling generous, please rate and review us. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Feb 24, 202234:46
UNDERWATER: Adapting Lovecraft
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we sink to the murky depths to face some Lovecraftian beasties in 2020's UNDERWATER. We talk about the film's many influences, defending Kristen Stewart's acting, THAT surprise appearance of a major horror icon, and much more! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Feb 10, 202230:31
THE FACULTY: When Teen Angst Meets Alien Body Snatchers
In between the cat interrupting us and Sam randomly giggling, we discuss 1998's THE FACULTY. We talk about body snatching tropes, horny alien parasites, Josh Hartnett's dodgy 90s haircut, and much more! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jan 27, 202234:17
SCREAM: Deconstruction Of The Slasher Genre
What's up revellers and weirdos! In honour of blatantly cashing in on the new movie, this episode we're discussing the OG SCREAM, directed by Wes Craven. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jan 13, 202238:07
THE FRIGHTENERS: Life After Death
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode, we close out the year with Peter Jackson's THE FRIGHTENERS, AKA "Adult Casper." James reveals his first celebrity crush. Sam gets the giggles. And somehow Walker's Tazos are brought up. 1996 was awesome!! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 21, 202135:01
GHOSTBUSTERS AFTERLIFE: The Legacy of Ghost Stories
This episode we discuss the history of ghost stories, Dan Aykroyd's life long fascination with the paranormal, and of course, the long awaited sequel. It's a short episode, but it packs an almighty punch! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 02, 202116:21
MIDSOMMAR w/ A.K. and Jermaine
What's up, revellers and weirdos! In this special bumper episode, we're joined by our good friends, and fellow horror lovers, A.K. and Jermaine, as we have a good ol' natter about 2019's MIDSOMMAR, directed by Ari Aster! The nights may be drawing in, but it's always sunny in Sweden! Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 18, 202101:14:02
LAST NIGHT IN SOHO: Edgar Wright's London Giallo
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we discuss Edgar Wright's london set Giallo, LAST NIGHT IN SOHO. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 04, 202135:04
HALLOWEEN KILLS: A Gory Study On Mob Violence
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This week, we discuss the horror movie that has split the community in half with a butcher's knife -- HALLOWEEN KILLS. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Oct 28, 202126:41
THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT: The Scariest Horror Movie Sam has Ever Watched
What's up revellers and weirdos! This week, we find ourselves lost in the woods as we discuss 1999's THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Oct 21, 202125:25
SLEEPY HOLLOW: Your New Favourite For Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching, and what better way to get in the festive spirit than your favourite spooky sweethearts discussing Tim Burton's gorgeous gothic horror, SLEEPY HOLLOW. Heads will roll! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Oct 07, 202126:21
MALIGNANT: WTF Is This Movie?!
SPOILER ALERT!! What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode, James and Sam give you their brutally candid thoughts on James Wan's diverse and divisive new horror, MALIGNANT. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Sep 30, 202136:39
THE STRANGERS: The Scariest Worst Case Scenario Ever?
What's up, revellers and weirdos, this episode we discuss 2008's THE STRANGERS... whilst staying in a remote Airbnb in the middle of nowhere... Did we lock the door...? You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Sep 16, 202140:57
Real Chills #1: High Strangeness In The Appalachia
The Appalachian Mountains may have been the setting for the horrors of THE DESCENT, but there's enough weirdness throughout the history of the region to keep you up at night. From the Mothman to the Bell Witch Haunting, we'll have you shuddering with REAL CHILLS. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Sep 09, 202117:49
The Descent
What's up, revellers and weirdos! This episode we delve deep into 2005's THE DESCENT, where endless darkness, narrow passageways, and rowdy mole men are on the menu. We hope you enjoy claustrophobia! This female led horror has Sam questioning how she would survive this ordeal, while James ponders the appeal of spelunking. It's fight or flight down here. Do you have it in you to go fully primal? We're also Screaming Along With Sam" again (is that what we're calling this segment? Ok.) -- hear her biggest fright yet! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Sep 02, 202135:58
Paranormal Activity
What's up revellers and weirdos! With Spooky season on the horizon, we get in the festive mood with 2007's PARANORMAL ACTIVITY. We begin with a real life ghost story, wonder how you'd exorcise an atheist ghost, question why Mica is such a dick, James recounts seeing the movie for the first time at the cinema, and we get to hear Sam's realtime reactions to watching it. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Aug 19, 202144:05
VICIOUS FUN: An Ode To 80s Horror
This episode, we bring our SLASHY SUMMER NIGHTS season to a close with 2021's VICIOUS FUN, a endearing, gory ode to the trashy 80s horror movies we've grown to... love? Is that the right word...? You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Aug 05, 202115:39
A Nightmare On Elm Street
What's up, revellers and weirdos! James and Sam meet the man of their dreams in 1984's A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET. We talk about the questionable evolution of Freddy krueger, the magic behind some of the most epic, bloodiest set pieces, and we delve into the science of sleep and accidentally debunk the finale. We debunk the finale hard, guys! Sorry! Then, we wrap things up with another round of EVERYBODY LOVES A CLICHÉ. Rejoice! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jul 25, 202136:36
Slumber Party Massacre 2
Rock n' Roll never dies! We continue SLASHY SUMMER NIGHTS with 1987's SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE 2! We question why this movie is considered a feminist spin on the slasher genre, praise the Driller Killer AKA "evil Fonzie", and we round off the episode with another installment of EVERYBODY LOVES A CLICHÉ. Only in this movie can you conjure up a homicidal maniac when you get... ahem... excited. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jul 08, 202130:29
Terror Train
All aboard! We continue SLASHY SUMMER NIGHTS with 1980's TERROR TRAIN, starring scream queen Jamie Lee Curtis. We find out what connects this horror to TURNER & HOOCH, and A STREET CAT NAMED BOB, why magicians are creepy (and annoying), and we round off the episode with another installment of EVERYBODY LOVES A CLICHÉ. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jun 24, 202132:34
Blood Rage
Summer is just over the horizon, and we're itching to slip on our banana hammocks and pour out the Pina Coladas, and commence our SLASHY SUMMER NIGHTS! A season long event where we subject ourselves to the trashiest 80s Slashers we can get our hands on! Sex, drugs, and homicidal maniacs!! Let's start with 1987's BLOOD RAGE! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jun 10, 202136:36
Saw
To celebrate the release of SPIRAL, we're heading back to where it all began -- 2004's SAW. SPOILERS abound as we discuss every twist and turn in Jigsaw's elaborate game, and how the movie paved the way for the torture porn subgenre. Also, James and Sam play THE DEADLY JELLY BEAN CHALLENGE, which they instantly regret! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
May 27, 202149:23
American Psycho
It's been 21 years since AMERICAN PSYCHO graced the silver screen, and with both genders on the case, we discuss whether the film is misogynistic, a satire on male masculinity and vanity, or satire on the entire yuppie culture of the 80s. We also analyse Patrick Bateman, try to see what makes him tick. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
May 13, 202139:06
The Blob
This week we encounter a rare beasty -- a remake better than the original -- 1988's THE BLOB! While a small town is invaded by this deadly entity from space, the studio is interrupted by furry interlopers! Also, Sam denounces a long haired man. James discovers the wonders of a "blob quilt." And we feel mighty proud of ourselves for mentioning Chekhov's Gun. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Apr 29, 202141:22
The Horrors of Marvel
What's up, revellers and weirdos! Binge watched WANDAVISION by now? Good good good! This week, your spooky sweethearts take a deep dive into 2 naughty scamps who may rear their ugly heads in the MCU sooner than you think: The elder god CHTHON, creator of THE DARKHOLD, and regular puppet master of THE SCARLET WITCH. And KNULL, lord of the abyss, and god of the symbiotes. It all sounds very metal, doesn't it? 🤘 You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Apr 15, 202113:45
Poltergeist
What's up, revellers and weirdos! 1982 had an incredible line-up of movie releases, including this week's subject, POLTERGEIST. Steven Spielberg produced and the late, great Tobe Hooper directed this benchmark ghost story. Probably not wise to watch when house hunting. Just sayin'. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight. gNveJ1Hb1ulQx3enA5DV
Apr 01, 202141:48
Phantasm
This week we dream big with the prog rock of horror movies, 1979's PHANTASM! This trippy cult classic written and directed by Don Coscarelli is so dreamlike, Sam had a nap during the third act... Yep... You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Mar 18, 202118:47
The Horrors of Children's TV
Lets face it, at some point, when we were kids watching Children's TV, there was a moment we found creepy, disturbing, or downright terrifying. Whether it was intentional or not on the part of the creator's, we have all experienced that moment. It's universal. It's a rite of passage. Question is, what moment in Children's TV scarred you for life? And more importantly, was it one of these moments…?
Mar 04, 202115:18
The Fly
SAM IS BACK!! listen in as her stomach turns watching the goriest, gooiest chick-flick ever -- THE FLY!! And James reveals his questionable man-crush on Jeff Goldblum as he's inducted into THE LONG HAIRED MAN APPRECIATION SOCIETY! Rejoice! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Feb 18, 202141:28
Candyman
What's up revellers and weirdos! In this week's episode we cover Bernard Rose's classy horror gem, CANDYMAN. Adapting Clive Barker's twisted love story "The Forbidden", this film combines brutal gore with hard hitting social commentary, and bees. Lots and lots of bees. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Feb 04, 202116:57
Salem's Lot
It's KING MONTH and we're heading to the most dangerous place on Earth: Maine. Specifically, SALEM'S LOT. Who likes vampires? Everyone, that's who! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jan 21, 202121:05
Christine
This week, we commence KING MONTH, celebrating the man, the myth, the legend that is STEPHEN KING! Starting with the 1983 adaptation of King's, or um... I mean, John Carpenter's CHRISTINE. Can evil on four wheels ever be considered scary? Let's find out... You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Jan 07, 202130:44
Cats (2019)
To close out our first year, Sam takes the reins as she makes James feel very uneasy watching Tom Hooper's adaptation of Cats. He's still convinced it's about a dystopian future where all singing, all dancing mutant cats rule the earth. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 31, 202024:43
Better Watch Out
Merry Christmas revellers and weirdos! Despite the gnarly year we've had, we hope you all have a joyful festive season, unlike the poor soul in the movie we discuss this week, 2016's BETTER WATCH OUT. Imagine Home Alone gone wrong... gone very, very wrong. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 24, 202030:16
Ghost Stories
What defines an English Christmas? The giving of tacky deodorant gift sets? Your elders forcing you to sit through the Queen's speech? Or, sitting round a crackling fire, scaring each other witless with tales of vengeful spirits...? This week, we discuss 2017's GHOST STORIES, based on the notorious stage show. And James attempts to send a chill up Sam's spine, with a listener's real life account of ghostly encounters. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 17, 202032:07
The M.R. James holiday special
While Sam attempts to protect the Christmas tree from the cats, join James as he reads a spooky yuletide tale, "A Neighbour's Landmark" by the renowned master of the ghost story, M.R. James. Sit back and warm yourself by the fireplace... before you feel a chill run down your spine. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 10, 202029:23
The Woman In Black
This week, kicking off our HAUNTED HOLIDAYS season, we experience not one, but two haunting encounters with THE WOMAN IN BLACK. We discuss the 1989 TV movie which terrified UK households on Christmas Eve, and the 2012 theatrical remake, which spooked Li' Daniel Radcliffe. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Dec 03, 202027:04
The Conjuring
Happy Turkey Massacre Day! And what better way to bring the family together on this joyous occasion than a good ol' fashioned Exorcism...? This week we're discussing 2013's The Conjuring, and debate whether we should concoct our own haunting "based on a true story", cause, you know... money. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 26, 202029:46
Sinister
A recent scientific study concluded SINISTER was the scariest movie of all time... lets see if our resident scaredy cat agrees... You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 19, 202028:02
Friday the 13th
KI KI KI MA MA MA... This week, to coincide with... you guessed it, we're watching the 2009 remake of FRIDAY THE 13TH, where Sam soon suspects James just wanted to rant about this movie. He really doesn't hold back! We also play the horror movie cliche drinking game (you will need your stomach pumped if you attempt to play along to this dumb movie), and Sam inducts the first guy into her Long Haired Man Appreciation Society. You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 12, 202034:39
Color Out Of Space
We can't say we're letting Sam off easy this week, as we're trading in masked maniacs for something far more... cosmic in scope. COLOR OUT OF SPACE is our first foray into Lovecraftian horror, so aside from discussing this psychedelic splendor of a movie, we also dive into the life of H.P. Lovecraft and his enduring legacy. Prepare to have your minds blown! You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Nov 05, 202023:30
Trick R' Treat
It's the final week of our month long HALLOWEEN celebration, and to get in the spooky spirit for the big day we're watching TRICK R' TREAT! We discuss the Halloween rules and traditions, sexy werewolves, and James and Sam have an announcement to make... You can find us on Twitter and Instagram @scaringsampod, and get in touch at scaringsampod@gmail.com. Please rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts, it's always appreciated. And of course... stay safe out there tonight.
Oct 29, 202023:26