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What if the House of Mouse moonlights as the House of Monsters? We lean into the delicious overlap between Disney villains and horror icons, trading mashups and a heartfelt defense of Chernabog as the misunderstood host of the best afterlife rave ever scored. From park lore to living-room rewatches, we trace how childhood chills became adult fandom, and why those sharp silhouettes, eerie cues, and ruthless motives still grip us.

The conversation gets wonderfully messy: Cruella’s crimes vs. Scar’s lie, Ursula’s fine print and the ethics of contracts made with impulsive teens, and the line between theatrical evil and genuine harm plus a rapid-fire “sexiest villain” lightning round where charisma, eyeliner, and Eartha Kitt’s purr complicate our moral compasses. We also shout out fans and park actors who turn villain meet-and-greets into inclusive magic, proving that a barbed joke can still hold compassion.

If you’re a nostalgia diehard, a parks regular, or a slasher superfan, you’ll find something to argue, laugh, and obsess over here.

Plus, we preview Horror Nerd LIVE’s Disney Villains Night at the Hollywood Improv on January 16 and share why live comedy and horror reinterpretation keep these characters alive. Buy your tickets here.

Subscribe, share with your favorite villain stan, and leave a review telling us who wins your Most Evil and Most Attractive brackets. Your hot takes may just make the live show.

Credits:

• Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
• Social Media Manager: Joe White
• Editor: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
• Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
• Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams
• Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
• Podcast Intro by Joe White
• The Trial of Cruella DeVil by Bonnie Marie Williams, Samantha Hale, and Adam Molloy
• Beamly.com Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams
• The Purge Parody Outro Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

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Forget Jigsaw. The original mastermind of torture was Kevin McAllister.

Snow, lights, and a little blood on the tinsel... we’re closing out the year the only way we know how: holiday horror.

In this From the Crypt episode and our final release of 2025, the Horror Nerds crack open a festive, feral conversation about Christmas horror movies across the full spectrum: from slashers and cult classics to “wait… that’s actually terrifying” comfort watches. We kick things off with the legacy of Silent Night, Deadly Night and why it mattered: 80s moral panic, protests, ratings-era chaos, and the moment Christmas officially stopped being “off limits” for horror.

From there, it’s pure Horror Nerds energy. We talk about why horror fans are secretly the kindest people alive, why conventions feel like home, and what it means to be weird together during the holidays. Then we swap picks and hot takes, including Home Alone as booby-trap terror, It’s a Wonderful Life as existential horror (Jimmy Stewart’s haunted stare counts), and the gloriously campy chaos of Jack Frost.

We also champion modern favorites like Better Watch Out, debate holiday horror rankings (yes, The Nightmare Before Christmas comes up), and make room for classics and deep cuts like Gremlins, Rare Exports, and more. And because restraint is not our strong suit, we pitch the holiday horror movies we need to exist: Leprechaun at the North Pole, Ash as Santa, animated chaos, and a much bigger wish list for Hanukkah horror.

If this episode made you laugh, wince, or add a few titles to your watchlist, subscribe, share with your favorite horror nerd, and leave a review so more holiday misfits can find us.

🎄🩸 Question for you: What’s the most slept-on holiday horror movie — the one you swear deserves more love?

Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Featuring Co-Host Anthony Landry
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Marketing by Joe White
Editor: Sarah Manners
Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Haleand Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Commercial VO by Bonnie Marie Williams
Music by Karl Casey ‪@WhiteBatAudio‬

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The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

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From the Crypt: It’s the holidays, the Horror Nerds are feeling festive, and comedic chaos ensues.

In this holiday vault episode (because ho-ho-holy crap, we are TIRED from 2025), we dive into Terrifier 3 and Art the Clown’s blood-soaked Christmas chaos, breaking down why the franchise works, how performance and practical effects elevate the gore, and what makes Art such a compelling modern slasher icon, ranking up there with the likes of Michael Myers, Freddy, and Jason.

But it wouldn’t be a Horror Nerds holiday without a little extra nonsense. Samantha debuts a standup bit as Mrs. Claus, while Anthony and Bonnie jump in to a sketch as Santa and an Elf, navigating some… unexpected changes at the North Pole. The result is festive, unhinged, and very on brand.

This is an audio-only From the Crypt release, pulled from last Christmas and still delivering big laughs, deep horror hilarity, and holiday chaos. Whether you’re here for Art the Clown, practical FX talk, or completely derailed Christmas characters, this episode has it all.

Would you survive Christmas with Art the Clown? Find out this Friday at Horror Nerd LIVE at the Hollywood Improv! Get tickets at https://tinyurl.com/merrymassacreedition

Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Featuring Co-Host Anthony Landry
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Marketing by Joe White
Editor: Sarah Manners
Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Hale, and Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Commercial VO by ‪@voiceoversuperhero‬
Music by Karl Casey ‪@WhiteBatAudio‬

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The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

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This week’s Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast episode is a December Sponsor Spotlight featuring our friend, collaborator, and fellow horror-obsessed sweetheart Alex Cordova, creator of The Magic Oil Box: your new favorite queer-owned aromatherapy brand inspired by horror movies, Buffy, nostalgia, and the power of scent to heal.

Alex joins us to talk about how Buffy the Vampire Slayer inspired the name “The Magic Oil Box,” how horror shaped his identity growing up, and why scent can unlock memories faster than any jump scare ever could. We dive into his character-inspired blends from the top horror franchises, and why every blend is rooted in personal connection, trauma healing, and queer joy.

We also talk about:
✨ the new Twilight shower steamers (Eternal Twilight + Spirit of La Push)
✨ growing up queer and finding belonging through horror
✨ choosing films that feel like home
✨ video store nostalgia, VHS chaos, and renting purely for the cover art
✨ Buffy friendships, chosen family, and why “everyone has a Freddy”

🎧 You’ll Love This Episode If You’re Into:

• Buffy the Vampire Slayer
• Queer-coded villains
• Twilight memes (“hoa hoa hoa hoa” season, anyone?)
• Aromatherapy as emotional storytelling
• Fandom-inspired creativity
• Community, acceptance, and chosen family

This special cut brings heart, humor, and serious “we survived because of Buffy” energy. Whether you’re team Spike, team Angel, or team “Buffy doesn’t need a man,” this episode will hit home.

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Credits:
Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Featuring Co-Host Anthony Landry
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Marketing by Joe White
Editor: Sarah Manners
Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Hale, and Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast Theme music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Commercial VO by ‪Bonnie Marie Williams
Music by Karl Casey ‪@ White Bat Audio

Sponsorships:

Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Plug-ins breaking, logins multiplying, hidden fees creeping up behind you? Time to scream — for joy — because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare.

The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us s

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In this episode, the Horror Nerds dive into the cozy, creepy world of horror nostalgia — from the magic of VHS tapes to the rise of iconic female characters shaping the genre today. Samantha shares her growing obsession with collecting vintage horror tapes, the joy of finding rare editions, and why VHS still hits differently in a streaming world.

They also explore the creative process of performing and producing horror comedy, the similarities between being a stand-up comedian and a voice actor, and discuss the evolving role of women in the horror industry. From Final Girls to modern favorites like M3GAN, this conversation celebrates how women continue to redefine, elevate, and energize the horror landscape.

With humor, personal stories, and true horror-nerd passion, this episode is a love letter to the films that shaped us and the women who keep pushing the genre forward.

If you love nostalgia, female-driven horror, the Shining Twins, and horror-nerd deep dives, this episode is for you.

Featuring a clip from Samantha Hale "Horror Nerd"
Rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video at https://amzn.to/4r72GMS
Directed by Tom Dolby, Distributed by Comedy Dynamics

Credits:

• Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
• Social Media Manager: Joe White
• Editor: Sarah Manners
• Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
• Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
• Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams
• Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
• Podcast Intro by Joe White
• Magic Oil Box Commercial VO by Adam Molloy and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Beamly.com Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

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Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Plug-ins breaking, logins multiplying, hidden fees creeping up behind you? Time to scream — for joy — because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare.

The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

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Comedian and filmmaker Heather Turman joins the Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast to talk about the art of blending horror and humor, her film The Green Ribbon, and how music, trauma, and tension shape the modern horror landscape. From Scream’s genre-defining self-awareness to the emotional depth of generational horror, this conversation dives deep into what makes horror powerful... and funny.

They discuss the emotional core of modern horror: generational trauma, personal fears, and how real-life experiences bleed into the stories we tell on screen. Plus, the trio geek out over their favorite scary movies, the evolution of the genre, and the surprisingly heartfelt side of being a horror nerd.

We also talk about:

• The parallels between joke writing and building tension in horror
• Why Scream is a masterclass in screenwriting and satire
• The difference between fictional scares and real-life horrors
• Heather’s new projects (The Green Ribbon short + The Christmas Ribbon feature)
• Why post-production and sound design can make or break a scare
• Pets, Wi-Fi demons, and what happens when your cat delivers a jump scare

Heather Turman — Writer/Director/Comedian

• 🎥 Watch The Green Ribbon on YouTube
• 📸 Follow Heather on Instagram
• 🌐 heatherturman.com

🎬 Subscribe for more interviews, laughs, and scares from the world of horror.

Credits:

• Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
• Social Media Manager: Joe White
• Editor: Sarah Manners
• Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
• Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
• Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams
• Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
• Podcast Intro by Joe White
• Magic Oil Box Commercial VO by Adam Molloy and Bonnie Marie Williams
• Beamly.com Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

Sponsorships:

Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Plug-ins breaking, logins multiplying, hidden fees creeping up behind you? Time to scream — for joy — because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare.

The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

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From smoldering slashers to brooding vampires, the Horror Nerds turn up the heat in Episode 2 of Season 2.

This week, Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams dive fang-first into the dangerously attractive side of the genre, unpacking why we just can’t resist the monsters, maniacs, and morally questionable dreamboats of horror.

From Billy Loomis’ chaotic charm to Patrick Bateman’s business-card obsession, the Nerds confess which villains make their dark little hearts flutter. They revisit The Mummy (because honestly, every single person in that movie is a smoke show), debate whether Pennywise counts as a “hottie” if it’s Bill Skarsgård behind the greasepaint, and admit that sometimes Ghostface just sounds TOO good on the phone.

And because we believe horror hotties come in all forms, on screen and off, we’re also celebrating our very own behind-the-scenes horror hunks: show producers Adam Molloy and Joe White, who keep our blood pumping.

Whether you’re thirsting for vampires, rooting for the final girls, or crushing on someone who definitely shouldn’t be trusted with a knife, this episode proves that horror isn’t just scary... it’s sexy.

Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams

Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale

Marketing by Joe White

Editor: Sarah Manners

Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams

Creative Producer: Adam Molloy

Producers: Samantha Hale, and Joe White

Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Commercial VO by Bonnie Marie Williams; Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

Sponsorships:

Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Plug-ins breaking, logins multiplying, hidden fees creeping up behind you? Time to scream — for joy — because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare.

The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

Affiliates:

Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

The Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast uses Riverside.fm to record our podcast and share to social media.

Affiliates:

Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

The Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast uses Riverside.fm to record our podcast and share to social media.

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It’s alive — Season Two is here!

Samantha and Bonnie welcome filmmaker Tom Dolby to talk about directing Samantha’s brand-new live comedy special, "Samantha Hale: Horror Nerd." Together, they pull back the curtain on the creative chaos of making a horror-comedy special, from childhood scares to live-show laughs.

Recorded just after the Horror Nerd live premiere at the Hollywood Improv, this episode dives into the alchemy of creativity, vulnerability, and community — and how horror icons, film history, and personal storytelling all collide to create something unforgettable.

Whether you’re a horror buff, comedy fan, or creative weirdo finding your tribe, this episode is a love letter to laughing through the dark.

Keep the laughs going and be sure to order Samantha Hale’s comedy special debut, Horror Nerd, on iTunes!

Hosted by Anthony Landry, Bonnie Marie Williams, and Samantha HaleBased on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha HaleMarketing by Joe WhiteEditor: Sarah MannersPost-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie WilliamsCreative Producer: Adam MolloyProducers: Anthony Landry, Samantha Hale, and Joe WhiteExecutive Producer: Bonnie Marie WilliamsFeatured Horror Nerd Comedian of the Week: Samantha Hale

Horror Nerd end credits theme from special - by Geoff Black

Magic Oil Box Commercial VO by Bonnie Marie Williams; Music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio

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The Magic Oil Box, LLC Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

The Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast uses Riverside.fm to record our podcast and share to social media.

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Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

The Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast uses Riverside.fm to record our podcast and share to social media.