Haunted by Her is a deep dive into the dark, thrilling world of Stephen King novels and the horror movie genre—analyzing the fears, themes, and cultural impact behind the stories that keep us awake at night. Hosted by Kisha Bradley and Chris Bradley, this podcast explores the connection between horror and humanity, with a special focus on how these stories resonate within Black culture and experiences. From classic King tales to modern cinematic nightmares, we unpack what haunts us and what it means to confront fear, trauma, and resilience in the real world
Kisha analyzes the sacrifices and beliefs driving the final conflict in Stephen King's *The Stand*, examining devotion's impact and questioning the true meaning of survival.
24 May 2025
Sinners: A Couch Discussion
The Haunted by Her podcast team discusses the film *Sinners*, sharing first impressions, favorite moments, and deeper thematic interpretations in this unfiltered couch conversation.
22 May 2025
Episode 3: Boulder & Vegas : The Battle for a New World
In this episode of Haunted By Her, Kisha and Chris dive into the clash between Boulder and Vegas—two cities, two futures. As survivors rebuild after the plague, we unpack the spiritual and psychological of choosing good vs. evil, order vs. chaos. What does it mean to take a stand?
Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
3 May 2025
Episode 2: Mother Abigail vs. Randall Flagg
In Episode 2, Kisha and Chris dive deep into the supernatural and spiritual core of The Stand. As survivors receive prophetic dreams, they’re pulled toward two opposing forces: the gentle, God-fearing Mother Abigail and the seductive, fear-fueled Randall Flagg. This episode unpacks the symbolism behind each figure, explores the power of dreams as divine language, and examines what it truly costs to choose between faith and fear.
Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music—and follow the dream that calls you.
25 Apr 2025
Episode 1: Captain Trips – The End Begins
In the premiere of our 5-part series on Stephen King’s The Stand, Kisha and Chris crack open the chilling first phase of the apocalypse: the outbreak of Captain Trips. From government cover-ups to empty towns and eerie silence, this episode explores how horror begins with the systems we trust falling apart. Through cultural commentary, lived experience, and storytelling, we unpack what survival really looks like—and what gets left behind when the world ends.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
18 Apr 2025
Ghosts of Injustice- Reckoning with the Past
Ghosts of Injustice – Reckoning With the Past
In the final episode of this powerful series, Kisha and Chris reflect on the legacy of George Stinney Jr., the real-life echoes of John Coffey, and the system that continues to criminalize Black children.
They explore what it means to reckon—not just with history, but with the injustice that still walks among us today. This episode is a call to action: to remember, to protect, and to fight for the living.
Support the people doing the work—on the ground, in the courts, and in the classrooms.
• The Sentencing Project
www.sentencingproject.org
Works to end extreme sentencing, especially for youth. Offers powerful reports on racial disparities in incarceration.
• Campaign for the Fair Sentencing of Youth
https://cfsy.org/
Advocates to end life without parole for youth and promote trauma-informed, age-appropriate justice policies.
• Equal Justice Initiative (EJI)
https://eji.org/about/
Founded by Bryan Stevenson, EJI provides legal representation to people wrongly convicted or unfairly sentenced.
• Youth First Initiative
https://www.nokidsinprison.org/
Works to end youth incarceration and invest in community-based alternatives.
Take Action Now
Small steps add up—here are tangible things you can do.
• Donate to Community Bail Funds
https://www.nationalbailout.org/
Help reunite families and fight pretrial incarceration that disproportionately affects Black youth.
• Sign a Petition
• Ban Juvenile Solitary Confinement (change.org)
• End the Death Penalty for Minors via ACLU
• Court Watch & Policy Advocacy
Check your local legal aid or community justice organizations to volunteer with court-watching programs or advocate for state-level juvenile justice reform.
10 Apr 2025
See you next week!
Hi, Haunted Listeners! We are taking a break this week. We will see you next week with the final episode of the Green Mile- Ghosts of Injustice.
Take care and be safe!
-Kisha
3 Apr 2025
Bonus Episode: John Coffey vs. George Stinney – The Tragic Blueprint
In this bonus episode of Haunted by Her, Kisha and Chris explore the eerie parallels between John Coffey, the fictional gentle giant from The Green Mile, and George Stinney Jr., the real 14-year-old Black boy wrongfully executed in 1944.
Why must Black pain be magical to be mourned?
Why do we grieve fiction more than fact?
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
#HauntedByHer #GeorgeStinney #TheGreenMile #BonusEpisode #TrueCrime
27 Mar 2025
The Green Mile: Part 2 - The Real Green Mile- The Execution of George Stinney
Part 2 : “The Real Green Mile – The Execution of George Stinney”
In this emotional and powerful episode, Kisha and Chris uncover the tragic true story of George Stinney Jr., the 14-year-old Black boy wrongfully executed in 1944. They walk through his arrest, sham trial, and haunting execution, drawing chilling connections to the themes of The Green Mile.
This isn’t just history—it’s a warning.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
#HauntedByHer #GeorgeStinney #TrueCrime #BlackHistory #TheGreenMile
20 Mar 2025
The Green Mile: Part 1- The Fictional Green Mile- Horror, Magic & Justice Denied
Episode 1 “The Fictional Green Mile – Horror, Magic & Justice Denied”
Was The Green Mile just a movie—or a reflection of real-life injustice? In this episode of Haunted by Her, Kisha and Chris break down the film’s eerie parallels to the true story of George Stinney Jr., the 14-year-old Black boy wrongfully executed in 1944. They explore the “Magical Negro” trope, racial injustice in Hollywood, and the horrifying reality of America’s death penalty.
Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music! 🎧 #HauntedByHer #TheGreenMile #TrueCrime #BlackHistory
13 Mar 2025
Bonus Episode : From Page to Screen
Bonus Episode: From Page to Screen – How IT Evolved
In this bonus episode of Haunted by Her, we’re breaking down how Stephen King’s IT has transformed—from the chilling 1986 novel to the 1990 miniseries and the blockbuster 2017/2019 films.
How did each version shape Pennywise, the Losers’ Club, and the fear that haunts Derry? What changed, what stayed the same, and which version truly captures the terror of IT?
🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music. Let’s talk—what’s your favorite version of IT?
7 Mar 2025
Episode 4: The Losers Club defeating PennyWise
In Episode 4 of Haunted by Her, we’re breaking down The Losers’ Club—the kids who stood up to Pennywise, the ones who didn’t just survive but fought back. We’re diving deep into their fears, their trauma, and the unbreakable bond that made them stronger than the monster that hunted them.
27 Feb 2025
The Psychology of Fear
Fear isn’t just about what lurks in the dark—it’s about what lingers in our minds long after the monster disappears. In this episode of Haunted by Her, we dive deep into the psychology of fear through the lens of Stephen King’s IT and its ultimate predator, Pennywise the Dancing Clown.
Pennywise doesn’t just terrify his victims—he tailors fear to fit them perfectly. But why does fear hold so much power? Why do our worst nightmares feel so real? And most importantly, how do we fight back?
Join me as I break down:
🎭 The origins of Pennywise—what is he, really?
🧠 The science of fear—how Pennywise manipulates his victims.
💀 The Losers’ Club’s individual fears—and how each one reflects real trauma.
😈 The power struggle between belief & terror—how fear only wins when we let it.
This isn’t just a horror story—it’s a lesson in survival. Fear feeds on silence, but when we face it head-on? The monster crumbles.
Check out Sifted Souls Podcast with Host Christopher Bradley. See link below
https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/sifted-souls-mrchrisbradley88-HK3I9oZJ4G1/
🎧 Available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & Amazon Music!
#HauntedByHer #PsychologyOfFear #Pennywise #HorrorDeepDive
20 Feb 2025
The Black Spot
In this episode of Haunted by Her, Chris takes the lead to unpack one of the most chilling and tragic moments in It—The Black Spot Incident. But this isn’t just a horror story buried in Stephen King’s pages. It’s a reflection of real history—one rooted in racial violence, silence, and the horrors people choose to forget.
Why This Episode Matters:
This isn’t just a look at horror—it’s a look at how horror mirrors reality. The Black Spot wasn’t just burned down in It, and it wasn’t just fiction. Stories like it have happened over and over again. But as Pennywise shows us evil thrives when people forget.
In this episode, Chris leads a powerful discussion on the weight of memory, the dangers of silence, and how horror often tells the truth in ways history refuses to.
🔥 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music.
#HauntedByHer #TheBlackSpot #HistoryAndHorror #FearAndSilence
13 Feb 2025
Episode 1.5. Derry: This Town Ain't Normal
In our debut episode of Haunted by Her, we dive into the haunting world of Stephen King’s It and explore why this iconic story remains one of the most terrifying—and meaningful—horror tales of all time. From Pennywise the Dancing Clown to the town of Derry itself, we unpack how King uses fear, trauma, and silence to create a chilling yet deeply human narrative.
We’ll discuss the significance of It’s monstrous transformations, the enduring power of the Losers’ Club, and the ways the story mirrors real-life cycles of fear, prejudice, and resilience. Join us as we uncover the layers of terror beneath the surface, explore how horror becomes a metaphor for survival, and reflect on why IT resonates so deeply with audiences, especially within our communities.
Fear may take many shapes, but courage always fights back. Let’s face the horrors together.
13 Feb 2025
Episode 1: Unpacking the Horror of Stephen King’s *IT*
In our debut episode of Haunted by Her, we dive into the haunting world of Stephen King’s It and explore why this iconic story remains one of the most terrifying—and meaningful—horror tales of all time. From Pennywise the Dancing Clown to the town of Derry itself, we unpack how King uses fear, trauma, and silence to create a chilling yet deeply human narrative.
We’ll discuss the significance of It’s monstrous transformations, the enduring power of the Losers’ Club, and the ways the story mirrors real-life cycles of fear, prejudice, and resilience. Join us as we uncover the layers of terror beneath the surface, explore how horror becomes a metaphor for survival, and reflect on why IT resonates so deeply with audiences, especially within our communities.
Fear may take many shapes, but courage always fights back. Let’s face the horrors together.
5 Feb 2025
Excerpt:Episode 1- Derry: This Town Ain't Normal
Join us for Haunted by Her! Where horror meets Culture, Courage, and Conversation. A new podcast where we explore the world of Stephen King *IT* Come with us as we dive into the horror stories and movies that shape us. The premier episode is February 13th, where all podcasts are found.
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