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Zach and Matt are two veteran horror movie enthusiasts discussing their favorite (and not-so-favorite) films. Spoilers abound so scary movie fans, beware.
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I AM THE PRETTY THING THAT LIVES IN THE HOUSE - Something Mold, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Boo

Watch No EvilAug 17, 2020

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INVASION OF THE BODYSNATCHERS (1978) - Wig? On. Body? Snatched!

INVASION OF THE BODYSNATCHERS (1978) - Wig? On. Body? Snatched!

On the final episode of Season 7, Matt and Zach discuss the 1978 remake of Invasion of the Bodysnatchers. They will talk about the themes within the context of other sci-fi body horror films and media.
Jan 18, 202429:17
CALVAIRE - Viewer Direction is Advised

CALVAIRE - Viewer Direction is Advised

Disclaimer: This episode includes mature themes. Please take active caution before listening to this episode.


Matt and Zach talk the French New Extremity film Calvaire.

Jan 11, 202427:14
SPECIAL EPISODE - 100 Episodes (feat. Alex Biggs)

SPECIAL EPISODE - 100 Episodes (feat. Alex Biggs)

Watch No Evil has reached 100 episodes! Join us for a celebratory retrospective with special guest and Redwood Sound Labs creator Alex Biggs as we talk about our favorite horror movies and episodes, play some games, and chat about horror in general.
Jan 04, 202401:13:33
GINGER SNAPS - Red, Dead, But No Redemption

GINGER SNAPS - Red, Dead, But No Redemption

Zach and Matt talk Ginger Snaps, the 2000 Canadian Horror Film about werewolves and women.
Dec 21, 202329:34
BEAU IS AFRAID - Oedipidimitus

BEAU IS AFRAID - Oedipidimitus

Matt and Zach talk beaus, patti lupones and the moans of anguish falling from Joquin Phoenix's lips.
Dec 14, 202341:51
RENFIELD - Getting Too Familiar

RENFIELD - Getting Too Familiar

Matt and Zach talk about the 2023 Renfield, starring Nicolas Hoult, Awkwafina, and Nicolas Cage. If you like dark horror comedies that reference wiccan tumblr, you've come to the right place.
Dec 07, 202325:52
BLADE - The Knife of the Party

BLADE - The Knife of the Party

Matt and Zach traverse the Blade franchise, an important entry in Horror Movies and Comic Book Movies. They talk about Marvel Movies, Superheroes, Action Heroes, Taxes, Vampires, Bondage, Fashion, Blood Gods, Their Limited Knowledge of Ancient Histories, and MORE!
Nov 23, 202331:19
DRACULA (1931) - Down for the Count

DRACULA (1931) - Down for the Count

Matt and Zach talk about the 1931 adaptation of Bram Stoker's classic horror novel, Dracula. You'll laugh, you'll cry, but mostly, you'll bleed.
Nov 16, 202333:15
DRACULA AD. 1972 - The Fang's All Here

DRACULA AD. 1972 - The Fang's All Here

Matt and Zach talk Dracula, Horror, Halloween, Movies, and other SEO relevant things!
Nov 09, 202325:17
DRACULA: DEAD AND LOVING IT / YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN - A Mel Brooks Halloween!

DRACULA: DEAD AND LOVING IT / YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN - A Mel Brooks Halloween!

Happy Halloween from Watch No Evil! Celebrate by grabbing the candy bowl and sitting down for a parodic Mel Brooks double feature. Matt and Zach will talk about comedy in the horror genre and dive into what makes vampires so funny.
Oct 31, 202335:31
EYES WITHOUT A FACE - Is this the French Gaze?

EYES WITHOUT A FACE - Is this the French Gaze?

Matt and Zach talk horror, pop culture, france, halloween, scary movies, faces, eyes, eyes without faces, and more in their examination of the cult classic 1960s French film.
Oct 26, 202327:52
REC - Demon-borne In the USA

REC - Demon-borne In the USA

Matt and Zach talk about the 2007 zombie/possession/found-footage film REC, its placement within the horror genre as a whole, American adaptations, and firefighters.
Oct 19, 202330:44
INSIDIOUS - Putting "Us" in Insidious

INSIDIOUS - Putting "Us" in Insidious

Zach and Matt have been fighting. But they've made up and our kind of friends again? So they're back with a new episode of Watch No Evil, tearing up James Wan's Insidious
Oct 12, 202329:54
A Junji Ito Episode - Ito Pray Love

A Junji Ito Episode - Ito Pray Love

Matt and Zach embark on their own special topics episode through the macabre reality of Junji Ito.
Jun 12, 202336:56
CARNIVAL OF SOULS - An In-Organ-ic Death (feat. Alex Lenaers)

CARNIVAL OF SOULS - An In-Organ-ic Death (feat. Alex Lenaers)

Matt is joined by fellow musician and Dungeons and Dragon podcaster, Alex Lenaers to discuss the 1961 cult classic Carnival of Souls.
May 29, 202328:41
THEM - A Bit of A Buggy Episode (feat. Matt Mason Sr.)

THEM - A Bit of A Buggy Episode (feat. Matt Mason Sr.)

The ants have kidnapped Zach, and the only way for him to be saved is by talking about THEM. Matt is joined by special guest and horror aficionado Matt Mason to discuss Them, the changing culture of horror movies, and the "big bug" phenomenon. Recorded at the kitchen counter of Matt Mason Sr during a tornado.
May 15, 202335:44
SKINAMARINK - A Child's Play

SKINAMARINK - A Child's Play

CONTENT WARNING - This weeks episode discusses issues of abuse and neglect. Listener discretion is advised.
Skinamarink has sewn division in critical horror spaces and Matt and Zach are taking sides and duking it out over this 2022 experimental horror film.
May 08, 202332:22
HORROR MOVIE MUSIC - Special Topics: Hear No Evil (feat. Nathan Platte)

HORROR MOVIE MUSIC - Special Topics: Hear No Evil (feat. Nathan Platte)

Matt is joined by Dr. Nathan Platte from the University of Iowa to focus in on horror movie music!
May 01, 202339:47
THE FOG - That One Meatloaf Music Video

THE FOG - That One Meatloaf Music Video

Matt and Zach's discussion cuts through the fog like a knife through butter. Come listen to them talk about the death of film lighting, John Carpenter, and the flaws of religious fanaticism.
Apr 24, 202328:29
CABIN IN THE WOODS - It's the End of the World as We Know It

CABIN IN THE WOODS - It's the End of the World as We Know It

The boys discuss Joss and Drew's exceptional horror/comedy Cabin in the Woods, talking about why it works and the attraction to the horror/comedy genre.
Apr 17, 202334:36
THEY/THEM - All Conversion, No Camp (feat. M Denney)

THEY/THEM - All Conversion, No Camp (feat. M Denney)

Matt is visited by M Denney, a multidisciplinary artist and composer. She's joining to talk about "queer" (and yes that is intentional) horror movie They/Them (pronounced They Slash Them). In short, this film is not giving what needed to be gave.
Apr 10, 202333:56
NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD - They're Coming to Watch You, Barbara

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD - They're Coming to Watch You, Barbara

Matt and Zach visit zombieland once again, this time taking a trip through George A. Romero's beautiful pre-apocalyptic Night of the Living Dead. You know what they say: A brain in the head is worth two on a podcast.
Apr 03, 202332:04
THE GREEN ROOM - Punk-Cost Fallacy

THE GREEN ROOM - Punk-Cost Fallacy

Matt is joined by Guest Host Extraordinaire, Troy to discuss this Punk-forward film, The Green Room. This movie is pretty hardcore and not for the weak-hearted, but if you need to supplement your scares with some sharp commentary, this episode of Watch No Evil won't fall flat.
Mar 27, 202331:48
THE MENU - Cook! Serve! Terrifying!

THE MENU - Cook! Serve! Terrifying!

Season 6 is starting off with a little appetizer of The Menu! One of our new favorites. Get prepared for several delicious courses including The Green Room, Night of the Living Dead, and They/Them, with some special celebrity guest (chefs) including fan favorites like Troy Sennett and Nathan Platte, and some new faces (or rather voices) like M Denney. Join us every Monday for a new delicious entry into the watch no evil catalogue.
Mar 20, 202333:13
THE EXORCIST - The Linda Blair Witch Project

THE EXORCIST - The Linda Blair Witch Project

Wrap up season 5 with Matt and Zach talking about William Friedkin's iconic 1973 film The Exorcist. They'll discuss lighting, pacing, and demon history!
Dec 05, 202232:38
MOON - The Father, Son, and Holy Clone

MOON - The Father, Son, and Holy Clone

Matt and Zach are joined by acclaimed author Rebecca to discuss the Sam Rockwell-led psychological drama film "Moon" to discuss accurate representations of space programs and religion. BONUS: Stay tuned for an after-episode conversation about the origin of the Loch Ness Monster Myth. 

Nov 28, 202234:40
MANDY - Red Dead Revenge-tion (feat. Jerry Sampson)

MANDY - Red Dead Revenge-tion (feat. Jerry Sampson)

Matt and Zach talk about one of Jerry's favorite films, Mandy. They will discuss atmosphere, performance, affect, and themes found in the movie. 

Nov 21, 202242:48
THE RING - Be Kind, Ring-wind

THE RING - Be Kind, Ring-wind

Matt and Zach discuss how Verbinski put the Gore back in horror in The Ring, the american adaptation.
Nov 14, 202229:41
JENNIFER'S BODY - She's a Maneater

JENNIFER'S BODY - She's a Maneater

Matt and Zach talk Diablo Cody's 2009 Jennifer's Body, its reception, its marketing, and its writing. Watch out boy, she'll chew you up!
Nov 07, 202231:24
HallowWatch No Evil

HallowWatch No Evil

Matt and Zach bring back a fan favorite with this trivia episode.
Oct 31, 202226:51
X - An X Positive Episode

X - An X Positive Episode

ABSOLUTELY ENORMOUS. HUGE. GIGANTIC. CO-ntent warning. X is a movie about making an Adult Film and Zach and Matt discuss all facets of what that entails. So Content Warning. This Episode is R rated.
Oct 24, 202230:46
CARRIE (1976) - Getting Carrie-d Away

CARRIE (1976) - Getting Carrie-d Away

Matt and Zach are joined by artist Matt Peppler of the Post Credits Podcast to talk about femininity, foreshadowing, and effects in the 1976 Stephen King adaptation of Carrie.
Oct 17, 202236:48
THE CONJURING 2 - The Young and the Possessed-ess

THE CONJURING 2 - The Young and the Possessed-ess

Matt and Zach return to sequels with the Conjuring 2. A very special episode. 

Oct 14, 202232:46
PERFECT BLUE - Will the Real Mimarin Please Stand Up

PERFECT BLUE - Will the Real Mimarin Please Stand Up

Matt and Zach examine themes of exploitation, paranoia, and identity in Satoshi Kon's 1997 psychological thriller.
Oct 10, 202232:00
CLOVERFIELD - Not Clover-Feelin' This One

CLOVERFIELD - Not Clover-Feelin' This One

Despite the name, Matt and Zach both like Cloverfield, discussing the contributions that the film made to the found footage genre as well as the genre's continued future.
Oct 03, 202227:54
SPLIT - Barry and the Jets

SPLIT - Barry and the Jets

The WNE boys discuss the M. Night film Split, discussing the representations of DID in media, dissecting the character choices, and how we are taught to view characters through the lens of the film. 

Sep 26, 202228:09
NOSFERATU (1922) - Count Orlok: Hot or Not?

NOSFERATU (1922) - Count Orlok: Hot or Not?

This week, Matt and Zach dive into a film of utmost historical import in the horror genre: Nosferatu. They talk impact, film history, and - most importantly - whether the villain has it goin' on.

Sep 19, 202226:10
FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980) - Someone's in the Kitchen with Alice

FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980) - Someone's in the Kitchen with Alice

WNE is BACK for season 5, kicking off with Friday the 13th (1980). Grab your innertubes and your machetes!

Sep 12, 202230:09
Play No Evil: RESIDENT EVIL - Meal Estate

Play No Evil: RESIDENT EVIL - Meal Estate

We review and discuss the original Resident Evil video game and its impact on the horror genre as a whole. We also talk about its context within video game history and the ensuing franchises.
Aug 22, 202229:11
Play No Evil: MAN OF MEDAN - Man, I Feel Like A Medan (Bah Bah Badaaa da Bah Bah)

Play No Evil: MAN OF MEDAN - Man, I Feel Like A Medan (Bah Bah Badaaa da Bah Bah)

Play No Evil is Back! Matt and Zach talk about Supermassive horror game "Man of Medan" about a group of deep diving vacationers that are kidnapped by pirates and taken aboard an abandoned military ship. Hear Matt and Zach talk Gameplay, Style, and the truth behind the choices we make.
Aug 04, 202227:37
THE WITCH - VVitch, Please (feat. Nathan Platte)

THE WITCH - VVitch, Please (feat. Nathan Platte)

The Watch No Evil boys are joined by Dr. Nathan Platte to discuss the atmospheric New England folk horror, The Witch. 

Jun 06, 202238:05
HEREDITARY - Chekov's Nuts (feat. Val Siegel)

HEREDITARY - Chekov's Nuts (feat. Val Siegel)

Zach and Matt are joined again by Val to discuss family dynamics, psychological projection, mental health, and demons in Ari Aster's Hereditary.
May 30, 202235:52
AWAIT FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS - Simon Says Worship Me

AWAIT FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS - Simon Says Worship Me

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses themes of racism and violence. As racism is one of the core topics of this film, please be advised. Zach and Matt discuss the 2018 Brexit film Await Further Instructions discussing many of the direct damages caused by conservative media. 

May 23, 202231:14
KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE - Pierrot-No

KILLER KLOWNS FROM OUTER SPACE - Pierrot-No

Matt and Zach discuss clown tropes, pacing action and horror, and the role of police in horror films in this episode covering Killer Klowns from Outer Space.

May 16, 202227:48
CHILDREN OF THE CORN - No Pain, No Grain (feat. Alex Biggs)

CHILDREN OF THE CORN - No Pain, No Grain (feat. Alex Biggs)

Matt and Zach are joined by A Cosmic Void host Alex once again, this time to discuss the Stephen King classic: Children of the Corn. They talk about actors, religious fundamentalism, and the Wu Tang Clan (???)

May 09, 202233:12
EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS - Itsy Bitsy's Not So Fitting

EIGHT LEGGED FREAKS - Itsy Bitsy's Not So Fitting

Matt and Zach explore humor, sound design, and casting in this episode covering the 2002 creature feature Eight Legged Freaks.

May 02, 202230:41
OUIJA - Oui-were Bored

OUIJA - Oui-were Bored

Matt and Zach talk about Ouija, the infamous ouija board horror movie.

Apr 25, 202230:52
STITCHES - That Stitch You Can't Scratch

STITCHES - That Stitch You Can't Scratch

Matt and Zach discuss humor's effect on horror and how it can transpose onto character development, both positively and negatively.
Apr 18, 202224:57
THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE - Hooked On A Ceiling

THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE - Hooked On A Ceiling

Yeah. You heard right. It's time for the Watch No Evil boys to shred the Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Apr 11, 202230:18
THE OPEN HOUSE - In Need of Closure

THE OPEN HOUSE - In Need of Closure

Matt and Zach inspect the 2017 Netflix horror film The Open House for plot holes. They discuss what makes compelling writing and attempt to re-create the trailer for the film.

Apr 04, 202231:31