Scaredy Cat and Horror Hound
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Podcast Overview
<p>Need a helping hand to guide you through the haunted house that is the horror genre? Welcome to <strong>Scaredy Cat and Horror Hound!</strong> Join <strong>Carson</strong> (the horror hound) as he leads <strong>Laney</strong> (the scaredy cat) through an introduction to all things horror, as they explore the genre in its many highs and lows. By introducing each other to the different sides of horror media, they will share insights as both newbies and seasoned pros while reviewing one piece of media each episode. With their backgrounds in art, art history, queer theory, and film analysis, Carson and Laney hope to provide new insight into horror and its many subgenres to educate each other and their audience. From the high camp horror of cult classics, to the psychological heavy hitters of contemporary horror, and every spook, slash, and scare in between, we hope all of your scaredy cats and horror hounds alike will join us on our journey!</p>
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Publishing Since
11/5/2024
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Recent Episodes
June 10, 2026
19. THE EXORCIST (1973): What an Excellent Day for a Pod Guest
<ul><li>Content warnings: descriptions of gore and medical trauma, discussions of alcohol abuse, mental illness stigmatization, and child abuse.</li><li>What’s this? A wild podcast guest appeared! Join <strong>Scaredy Cat </strong>and <strong>Horror Hound i</strong>n welcoming friend of the pod and Exorcist super fan, <strong>Amanda</strong>! The trio discuss the many intricacies, controversies, and allegories of the genre-defining 1973 classic <strong>The Exorcist</strong>. From audience (over)reactions and overcultural impacts, to feminist interpretations versus nuclear family propaganda, there are countless ways to view and critique the infamous possession of <strong>Reagan McNeil</strong> and the violent consequences that follow. Bringing their own ideas of the film’s meaning as well as discussing the literature that it has inspired over the decades, <strong>Carson, Laney,</strong> and <strong>Amanda </strong>have a lively discussion about the importance of this film, as well as its drawbacks. We also get some fun tidbits from Amanda about the making of the film, the different versions that have been released over the years, and Amanda’s background with horror as a genre! Make sure you’ve got your crucifix, holy water, and all-important pea soup at the ready!</li></ul>
April 27, 2026
18. HELLRAISER (1987): Sadomasochists From Beyond the Grave, the original sexier title
<p>Content warnings: discussions of sexual violence, sexual assault, and familial abuse; descriptions of BDSM dynamics and kink culture; descriptions of body horror</p><p>The pod; you opened it, we came. Explore the far reaches of experience with us and the Cenobites as we discuss <strong>Clive Barker’s</strong> dark kinky classic, <strong>Hellraiser! </strong>Horror Hound Carson actually did some homework this time and read Barker’s original short story The Hellbound Heart which the Hellraiser franchise stems from, adding new context to the discussion contrasting book vs movie, why we think Barker changed some elements when adapting his own work, and creating a richer world of gender, sexuality, and BDSM culture to unpack. Additional topics include: handling of various female character archetypes, how gender and gendered acts are played with and subverted, the unmatched hotness levels of <strong>Clare Higgins,</strong> and what these stories try to teach us about consent, pleasure, and power dynamics. Get to work on solving the puzzle box, don your best leather garb, and come join us in Hell!</p>
April 6, 2026
17. EVIL DEAD (1981) and DEAD BY DAWN (1987): 2 Evil 2 Dead
<p>Content warnings: descriptions of gore, discussions of sexual assault, discussions of gendered violence</p><p>We’re getting groovy, baby! </p><p>For our first dual-film episode, we dig up the first two installments of the classic <strong>Evil Dead</strong> franchise, comparing and contrasting the two ret-conned origins of <strong>Sam Raimi’s</strong> campy gorefest extravaganza. Topics include: ogling final boy <strong>Bruce Campbell</strong>, when “bad” practical effects are actually the best and creepiest, when laughter can be a fitting response to shock-factor content, how the franchise creates and plays with hyper-masculinity, and why suspending your disbelief to enjoy a fun movie is good, actually! Dust off your tape player, rev up your chainsaw, and raise hell with us, Ash, and the Book of the Dead!</p>
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- What is Scaredy Cat and Horror Hound?
<p>Need a helping hand to guide you through the haunted house that is the horror genre? Welcome to <strong>Scaredy Cat and Horror Hound!</strong> Join <strong>Carson</strong> (the horror hound) as he leads <strong>Laney</strong> (the scaredy cat) through an introduction to all things horror, as they explore the genre in its many highs and lows. By introducing each other to the different sides of horror media, they will share insights as both newbies and seasoned pros while reviewing one piece of media each episode. With their backgrounds in art, art history, queer theory, and film analysis, Carson and Laney hope to provide new insight into horror and its many subgenres to educate each other and their audience. From the high camp horror of cult classics, to the psychological heavy hitters of contemporary horror, and every spook, slash, and scare in between, we hope all of your scaredy cats and horror hounds alike will join us on our journey!</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates bi-weekly.
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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