Podcasts by Watch If You Dare
Watch If You Dare is a podcast exploring horror cinema through the eyes of a coward and the eyes of a longtime fan. Whether you’re a hardened horror expert, a casual in a love-hate relationship with scary cinema, or just a victim of a dare, join Derek, Aaron, and the occasional guest or two and face your fears. Find new episodes of Watch If You Dare on PodBean, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please subscribe, rate and review.
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Episode 127: The Last Winter from 2023-12-08T10:00
This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2006's eco-horror movie "The Last Winter" directed by Larry Fessenden. They discuss how the Alaskan setting itself is both beautifully shot and a major contr...
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Blood Rage 2023: Back in the Blood w/ Nate&Tyler of the Bruce Campbell Podcast from 2023-11-23T11:00
For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guests Nate Boyd & Tyler McCarty of The Bruce Campbell Podcast and Animorphing Time Podcast to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher ...
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Episode 125: The House on Sorority Row w/ special guest Whitney from 2023-11-09T10:00
This episode, new guest Whitney (cohost of the podcast "True Crime Campfire") joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's slasher film "The House on Sorority Row" written and directed by Mark Rosman...
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Episode 124: The Blair Witch Project w/ special guest Lauren Willson from 2023-10-27T10:00
Aaron and Derek conclude 2023's "Season of Spoop" on urban legend themed films by discussing 1999's supernatural found footage horror movie "The Blair Witch Project" with guest and friend of the...
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Episode 123: Friday the 13th from 2023-10-13T12:13:18
The day is Friday, October 13th 2023. "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films continues with Aaron and Derek tackling 1980's slasher classic "Friday the 13th" directed by Sean S. Cu...
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Episode 122: Candyman w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2023-09-28T10:00
The Spoop Bois kick off Halloween 2023's "Season of Spoop" covering urban legend themed films! They start by discussing 1992's "Candyman" written and directed by Bernard Rose with guest and frie...
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Episode 121: The Haunting (1999) w/ special guest Shelby Scott from 2023-09-15T10:00
The Spoop Bois continue their journey through Hill House, and the great Shelby Scott (creator and host of "Scare You To Sleep" podcast) joins them to tackle 1999's "The Haunting" directed by Jan...
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Episode 120: The Haunting (1963) from 2023-08-31T10:00
This episode, Aaron and Derek cover 1963's classic horror film "The Haunting" directed by Robert Wise and adapted by Nelson Gidding from Shirley Jackson's 1959 novel "The Haunting of Hill House....
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Episode 119: Sinister from 2023-08-17T10:00
This episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek tackle 2012's "Sinister" directed by Scott Derrickson and written by C. Robert Cargill and Derrickson. They talk about what makes this Derrickson's b...
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Episode 118: God Told Me To from 2023-08-05T10:00
This episode, Derek and Aaron tackle 1976's science fiction horror movie "God Told Me To" written, directed, and produced by Larry Cohen. They talk about Cohen's wildly creative ideas, the goril...
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Episode 117: Saw w/ Lauren Willson and Heather Murray from 2023-07-20T10:00
Lauren and Heather return to talk 2004's horror film "Saw" directed by James Wan in his feature directorial debut with the Spoop Bois. They tackle how "Saw" impacted horror and popularized "tort...
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Episode 116: The ’Burbs w/ special guest Sean Marz from 2023-07-06T10:00
On this episode, Sean Marz returns to the show to discuss 1989's black comedy film "The 'Burbs" directed by Joe Dante with Aaron and Derek. They talk about whether or not this counts as horror o...
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Episode 115: Flatliners w/ special guest Dr. Jeff Rogers from 2023-06-22T11:00
Dr. Jeff returns to the show to discuss 1990's medical horror flick "Flatliners" directed by Joel Schumacher with the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek. They talk about Schumacher's wild career, certai...
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Episode 114: Pieces w/ special guest Jonathan Nowacki from 2023-06-08T11:00
This episode, Jonathan returns to the show to talk 1982's Spanish-American slasher "Pieces" (Mil gritos tiene la noche "The Night Has 1,000 Screams") directed by Juan Piquer Simón. They discuss ...
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Episode 113: The Devil’s Backbone from 2023-05-25T10:30
This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2001's Spanish gothic horror film "The Devil's Backbone" directed by Guillermo del Toro. They get into a brief history of the Spanish Civil War, Guillermo de...
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Episode 112: The Wicker Man from 2023-05-11T11:00
This episode, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek cover 1973's British folk horror classic "The Wicker Man" directed by Robin Hardy. They spend a lot of time comparing and contrasting Sgt. Neil Howie...
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Episode 111: The Evil Dead w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2023-04-27T13:54:34
Guest and friend of the show Kelly returns to talk Sam Raimi's 1981 supernatural horror classic "The Evil Dead" with Aaron and Derek. They discuss how impressive the production was despite the m...
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Episode 110: C.H.U.D. w/ special guest James Hales from 2023-04-13T10:00
This episode, guest James returns to the podcast to tackle 1984's science fiction horror film "C.H.U.D." directed by Douglas Cheek with Aaron and Derek. They discuss the budget constraints, the ...
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Episode 109: Angel Heart from 2023-03-23T10:00
This episode, Derek and Aaron get into 1987's neo-noir psychological horror movie "Angel Heart" written and directed by Alan Parker. They talk about Mickey Rourke's noir detective performance, h...
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Episode 108: The Mist w/ special guest Evan Maurer from 2023-03-09T10:00
This episode, Aaron and Derek are joined by friend of the show Evan to tackle 2007's Stephen King adaptation, sci-fi horror film "The Mist" directed by Frank Darabont. They discuss how the film ...
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Episode 107: Eyes Without a Face from 2023-02-23T10:00
This week, Aaron and Derek embrace their inner Martin Scorsese "this is...cinema." They discuss 1960's French horror film "Eyes Without a Face" directed by Georges Franju. They talk about what m...
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Episode 106: The Neon Demon w/ V.P. Morris and Shelby Scott from 2023-02-09T10:00
Author V.P. Morris ("ShadowCast," "Dead Ringer," and "The Dead Letters Podcast") and podcaster Shelby Scott (creator and host of "Scare You To Sleep" podcast) return to talk 2016's psychological...
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Episode 105: Blood Diner w/ Nate&Tyler of the Bruce Campbell Podcast and Heather Murray from 2023-01-26T10:00
Episode 105 is the equivalent of a giant dinner special! Derek and Aaron are joined by Nate Boyd & Tyler McCarty of The Bruce Campbell Podcast and Animorphing Time Podcast and returning guest He...
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Episode 104: ”Uninvited” Commentary from 2023-01-12T10:00
The Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek provide another commentary track with 1987's killer cat animal attack horror film "Uninvited" written, produced and directed by Greydon Clark. Match up your movie ...
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Episode 103: Anna and the Apocalypse w/ special guest Katie O’Hagan from 2022-12-22T10:00
It's the 2022 holiday episode! Aaron and Derek are joined by actress Katie O'Hagan (Mia Winters in Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil Village!) to tackle 2017's British Christmas zombie musical "...
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Episode 102: Dead End from 2022-12-08T10:00
To start off the holiday season, Aaron and Derek tackle 2003's French horror film "Dead End" written and directed by Jean-Baptiste Andrea and Fabrice Canepa. They discuss the tonal whiplash betw...
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Blood Rage 2022: The Ragening w/ special guest Jonathan Nowacki from 2022-11-23T10:00
For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Jonathan to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Blood Rage" directed by John Grissmer. They discuss why they chose this fil...
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Episode 100: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 w/ special guest Patrick Bromley from 2022-11-10T09:30
EPISODE 100!!! They started with "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" for their first episode and now, they celebrate their 100th discussing 1986's crazy black comedy horror sequel "The Texas Chainsaw...
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Episode 99: Hellraiser w/ special guest Cullen Bunn from 2022-10-28T10:00
To wrap up 2022's Season of Spoop about "cursed object" films, Aaron and Derek celebrate Halloween by welcoming back comic author Cullen Bunn (Harrow County, The Empty Man, The Sixth Gun, etc.) ...
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Episode 98: Ring (Ringu) from 2022-10-13T10:00
The Season of Spoop about "cursed object" horror films continues with Aaron and Derek discussing Japanese supernatural horror movie "Ring (Ringu)" directed by Hideo Nakata and based on the 1991 ...
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Episode 97: Christine w/ special guest Shelby Scott from 2022-10-01T11:00
2022's The Season of Spoop™ (TM TM TM!) begins! This year, the Spoop Bois tackle "cursed objects" for their horror cinematic theme. To begin, the great Shelby Scott (creator and host of "Scare Y...
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Episode 96: ”Feeders” and S.O.V. Horror w/ special guest John Brennan of The Last Drive-In&Troma from 2022-09-15T10:00
This week, John Brennan (of Troma and The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs) comes back to the podcast to join Aaron and Derek in discussing the history S.O.V. movies and 1996's S.O.V. science f...
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Episode 95: Bram Stoker’s Dracula w/ special guest Elizabeth Piper S. from 2022-09-01T10:00
This week, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek are joined by actress, producer, and VFX/makeup expert Elizabeth Piper S. (2021's "The Dark Offerings") to tackle 1992's Gothic horror film "Bram Stoker...
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Episode 94: The Girl with All the Gifts from 2022-08-18T14:53
To wrap up "Dead Boy Summer," Aaron and Derek discuss 2016's British post-apocalyptic horror film "The Girl with All the Gifts" directed by Colm McCarthy and written by Mike Carey. They discuss ...
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Episode 93: Day of the Dead w/ special guest James Hales from 2022-08-04T10:00
For the final George Romero flick during "Dead Boy Summer," friend of the show James returns to discuss 1985's post-apocalyptic zombie movie "Day of the Dead" with Aaron and Derek. They talk abo...
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Minisode 3: Interview w/ John Brennan of The Last Drive-In&Troma! from 2022-07-28T10:00
#DeadBoySummer™ is in full swing and the heat can’t stop Derek and Aaron from shambling along! We know everyone is still hungry, so here’s a little mid-meal nugget to savor - Aaron hunkered in ...
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Episode 92: Zombie (aka Zombi 2) from 2022-07-21T11:00
For the second companion movie during "Dead Boy Summer," Derek and Aaron tackle 1979's Italian zombie flick "Zombie" (also known as "Zombi 2") directed by Lucio Fulci. They discuss the wild copy...
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Episode 91: Dawn of the Dead w/ Film History The History Of Film Podcast from 2022-07-07T11:00
To continue "Dead Boy Summer," Aaron and Derek are joined by James Scott, Drake Cummings, and Devin Muller of Film History The History Of Film podcast to discuss 1978 mall zombie horror film "Da...
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Episode 90: The Return of the Living Dead from 2022-06-23T11:00
Dead Boy Summer rolls on! For their first companion zombie movie, Aaron and Derek discuss 1985's punk horror comedy "The Return of the Living Dead" written and directed by Dan O'Bannon. They tal...
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Episode 89: Night of the Living Dead w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2022-06-09T11:00
Dead Boy Summer begins here! To kick off the zombie summer series, Aaron and Derek welcome back friend of the show Kelly Sherman to discuss 1968's horror masterpiece "Night of the Living Dead" d...
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Episode 88: The Taking of Deborah Logan w/ special guest Shelby Scott from 2022-05-25T13:01:45
Shelby Scott, creator and host of the horror storytelling podcast "Scare You To Sleep," returns to talk 2014's found footage supernatural horror flick "The Taking of Deborah Logan" directed by A...
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Episode 87: The Babadook from 2022-05-12T11:00
This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 2014's psychological horror film "The Babadook" (Dook! Dook! DOOOOOOK!) written and directed by Jennifer Kent in her directorial debut. They talk about how the ...
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Episode 86: Cannibal Holocaust/Ferox w/ special guest Andrew Parker from 2022-04-28T11:00
Sometimes, happy accidents happen. Due to a communication mix-up (most likely Derek's fault), the Spoop Bois with guest Andrew Parker (of "Crypta" podcast and "Ghosters" podcast) discuss 1980's ...
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Episode 85: Peeping Tom from 2022-04-14T11:00
This week, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek tackle 1960's British psychological horror classic "Peeping Tom" directed by Michael Powell. They discuss how the film was initially received negatively...
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Episode 84: Re-Animator w/ special guest Damian Potesta from 2022-03-31T11:00
This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 1985's splatter classic comedy horror flick "Re-Animator" directed by Stuart Gordon with returning guest (and Freddy Kreuger superfan) Damian. They discuss the ...
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Episode 83: American Psycho w/ special guest V.P. Morris from 2022-03-17T11:00
This week, author V.P. Morris ("ShadowCast," "The Dead Letters Podcast," and upcoming novel "Dead Ringer") returns to the show to discuss 2000's black comedy horror movie "American Psycho" direc...
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Episode 82: The Perfection w/ special guests Josh Hale&DeeJay Rolison of (Feat. X) from 2022-03-03T11:00
This week, Aaron and Derek are joined by the hosts of the music history podcast (Feat. X) Josh Hale and DeeJay Rolison to discuss 2018's psychological horror film "The Perfection" directed by Ri...
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Episode 81: Get Out w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2022-02-17T11:00
This week, we have a big episode! Kelly comes back to the podcast to join Derek and Aaron in tackling 2017's "Get Out" written and directed by Jordan Peele in his directorial debut. They discuss...
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Episode 80: My Bloody Valentine from 2022-02-03T11:00
In preparation for Valentine's Day, Derek and Aaron tackle 1981's holiday slasher "My Bloody Valentine" directed by George Mihalka and written by John Beaird. They discuss the use of a mine shaf...
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Episode 79: Prophecy from 2022-01-20T11:00
This week, Aaron and Derek discuss 1979's science fiction monster horror film "Prophecy" directed by John Frankenheimer and written by David Seltzer. They talk about Frankenheimer and Seltzer's ...
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Episode 78: The Changeling w/ special guest Shelby Scott from 2022-01-06T11:00
For the first episode of 2022, Derek and Aaron welcome Shelby Scott, creator and host of the wonderful horror storytelling podcast "Scare You To Sleep," as a guest to discuss 1980's ghost movie ...
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Episode 77: Silent Night, Deadly Night from 2021-12-24T11:00
In time for the holidays, Derek and Aaron tackle 1984's Christmas slasher "Silent Night, Deadly Night" directed by Charles E. Sellier, Jr. They talk about the film's mean spirited nature toward ...
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Episode 76: Waxwork w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2021-12-09T11:00
To start December off, Kelly returns as a guest to discuss 1988's comedy horror movie "Waxwork" written and directed by Anthony Hickox with Aaron and Derek. They talk about the effective homages...
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Episode 75: Slasher w/ special guest Lauren Willson from 2021-11-25T10:00
For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Lauren to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Slasher" directed by John Grissmer. They discuss why they chose this film and...
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Episode 74: Oculus from 2021-11-11T11:00
Halloween might be over for now, but the Spoop Bois keep it creepy all year long. This week, they tackle 2013's supernatural horror film "Oculus" co-written, edited, and directed by Mike Flanaga...
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Episode 73: Dog Soldiers w/ special guest James Hales from 2021-10-29T10:30
First, they experienced the origins of the werewolf. Then, they dealt with a teenage werewolf. Now, the Spoop Bois with reoccurring guest James wrap up their werewolf themed Season of Spoop with...
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Episode 72: Ginger Snaps w/ special guest Heather Murray from 2021-10-15T10:30
It wouldn't be The Season of Spoop without Heather guesting! To continue our werewolf-themed October, she joins Aaron and Derek to cover 2000's Canadian horror film "Ginger Snaps" directed by Jo...
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Episode 71: The Wolf Man from 2021-10-01T10:30
The 3rd annual The Season of Spoop™ (TM TM TM!) begins! This October, Derek and Aaron cover "werewolves" for their horror cinematic theme. To start things off, they tackle 1941's classic horror ...
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Episode 70: Dead&Buried from 2021-09-16T10:30
On this episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 1981's horror flick "Dead & Buried" directed by Gary Sherman. They discuss Jack Albertson's (Grandpa Joe!) bombastic performance and how it was his final ...
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Episode 69 (nice): Jennifer‘s Body w/ special guest V.P. Morris from 2021-09-02T11:00
For the 69th (nice!) episode, the Spoop Bois welcome back author V.P. Morris ("ShadowCast," "The Dead Letters Podcast") to discuss 2009's sex-related comedy horror film "Jennifer's Body" written...
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Episode 68: Excision w/ special guest Director Zach Lamplugh from 2021-08-12T11:00
Aaron and Derek are once again joined by their old college buddy and Director Zach Lamplugh ("15 Things You Didn't Know About Bigfoot (#1 Will Blow Your Mind)") to discuss 2012's horror film "Ex...
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Episode 67: The Dead Zone w/ special guest Evan Maurer from 2021-07-29T11:00
Evan is back for another round! This week he joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1983's science fiction horror thriller "The Dead Zone" directed by David Cronenberg and based off of Stephen King's ...
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Episode 66: Fire in the Sky w/ special guest Evan Maurer from 2021-07-15T11:00
Evan returns to Watch If You Dare to join Derek and Aaron in discussing 1993's biopic science fiction abduction horror flick "Fire in the Sky" directed by Robert Lieberman based on Travis Walton...
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Episode 65: The Bay from 2021-07-01T12:00
In time for the 4th of July, the Spoop Bois cover 2012's found footage eco-horror film "The Bay" directed by Barry Levinson. They discuss how the production shifted from a documentary to a horro...
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Episode 64: Prince of Darkness w/ special guest Cullen Bunn from 2021-06-15T11:00
After a brief hiatus, the Spoop Bois are back bigger and better than ever! They are joined by "dream-come-true" mega guest comic author Cullen Bunn (Harrow County, The Empty Man, The Sixth Gun, ...
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Episode 63: Phenomena w/ special guest James Hales from 2021-05-18T11:00
This week, James returns as a guest to help the Spoop Bois tackle their first Argento! They discuss 1985's Italian horror film "Phenomena" directed by Dario Argento. They talk about the differin...
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Episode 62: The Strangers w/ special guest Jonathan Nowacki from 2021-05-04T12:00
In his first solo guest appearance, film newbie Jonathan returns to Watch If You Dare to join Aaron and Derek in tackling 2008's psychological horror film "The Strangers" written and directed by...
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Episode 61: The People Under the Stairs from 2021-04-22T10:00
Aaron and Derek decide to hit up a Wes Craven flick back to back! This time they tackle 1991's horror comedy "The People Under the Stairs" written and directed by Craven. They discuss the social...
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Episode 60: A Nightmare on Elm Street w/ special guest Damian Potesta from 2021-04-06T12:30
The Spoop Bois are joined by first time guest Damian to discuss 1984's supernatural slasher masterpiece "A Nightmare on Elm Street" written and directed by Wes Craven. They get into how much of ...
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Episode 59: The Exorcism of Emily Rose w/ special guest Lauren Willson from 2021-03-23T13:00
Once again, Lauren joins the Spoop Bois Derek and Aaron to discuss 2005's supernatural horror legal drama film "The Exorcism of Emily Rose" directed by Scott Derrickson. They discuss the juxtapo...
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Episode 58: The Brood from 2021-03-09T13:00
This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 1979's psychological body horror film "The Brood" written and directed by David Cronenberg. They discuss Cronenberg's life leading up to the making of this film...
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Episode 57: Under the Shadow from 2021-02-23T13:30
This week, Aaron and Derek cover 2016's Persian-language psychological horror film "Under the Shadow" written and directed by Babak Anvari. They spend time discussing the historical background o...
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Episode 56: The Silence of the Lambs w/ special guest V.P. Morris from 2021-02-09T12:00
Derek and Aaron are joined by V.P. Morris (host of "The Dead Letters Podcast" and author of the upcoming thriller novel "ShadowCast") to discuss 1991's psychological horror masterpiece "The Sile...
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Episode 55: "Death Spa" Commentary from 2021-01-26T14:00
Derek and Aaron take on their second commentary track with 1989's supernatural fitness movie "Death Spa" (known in Europe as "Witch Bitch") directed by Michael Fischa. Match up your movie watch ...
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Minisode 2: 1BR Interview w/ Alok Mishra&Naomi Grossman from 2021-01-14T13:30
Welcome to 2021. In the long overdue second minisode, the Spoop Bois dig into 2019's horror film "1BR" written and directed by David Marmor by interviewing producer Alok Mishra and actress Naomi...
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Episode 54: Gremlins from 2020-12-24T11:30
It's the Watch If You Dare 2020 Holiday Special! To wrap up the year, the Spoop Bois tackle 1984's Christmas comedy horror film "Gremlins" directed by Joe Dante. They discuss the juxtaposition o...
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Episode 53: Fright Night w/ special guest Kelly Sherman from 2020-12-11T13:15
This week, the Spoop Bois are joined by guest Kelly to discuss 1985's horror film "Fright Night" directed by Tom Holland. They tackle how "Fright Night" plays on the childhood fascination with n...
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Episode 52: Blood Rage Returns Thanksgiving Extravaganza w/ special guest Dr. Jeff Rogers from 2020-11-24T16:39:42
That's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast (again)! For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Jeff to revisit 1987's holiday relevant slasher film "Blood Rage" directed by J...
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Episode 51: Ravenous from 2020-11-10T13:00
This week, Aaron and Derek start preparing for Thanksgiving by tackling 1999's Western horror cannibal tale "Ravenous" directed by Antonia Bird. They discuss the problematic production life, the...
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Episode 50: Hocus Pocus w/ special guests Heather Murray, Lauren Willson, and Chrystle Rivers from 2020-10-29T13:00
Just in time for Halloween, Watch If You Dare wrap up this year's witch themed Season of Spoop with a nostalgic trip in revisiting 1993's dark fantasy comedy horror Disney feature "Hocus Pocus" ...
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Episode 49: Häxan w/ special guest Lauren Willson from 2020-10-13T13:00
As the witch themed Season of Spoop rolls on, Aaron and Derek are joined by returning guest Lauren to tackle 1922's (yes 1922) Swedish-Danish silent film documentary "Häxan" (also known as "Heks...
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Episode 48: The Witch w/ special guest Heather Murray from 2020-10-01T13:00
It's the start of October, so that means the second annual Season of Spoop™ (TM TM TM) kicks off! This year, the bois have chosen "witches" as their cinematic theme. For their first choice, they...
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Episode 47: Tremors w/ special guest Sean Marz from 2020-09-22T14:00
This week, Aaron and Derek are joined by Sean Marz to dig (pun intended) into 1990's creature feature "Tremors" directed by Ron Underwood. They discuss how well it holds up, if it should be cons...
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Episode 46: Hitchcock's "Psycho" w/ special guests authors Jim McDevitt and Eric San Juan from 2020-09-08T14:00
Watch If You Dare tackles the 1960 horror masterpiece "Psycho" directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Coinciding with the film's US debut 60th anniversary, Derek and Aaron are joined by Jim McDevitt and ...
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Episode 45: The Invitation from 2020-08-26T14:00
This week, Aaron and Derek dig into 2015's horror film "The Invitation" directed by Karyn Kusama. They discuss Kusama's directing history, how this film is especially effective horror for adults...
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Episode 44: "Sleepaway Camp" Commentary from 2020-08-11T14:15
For the first time ever, the Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek recorded a commentary track. Their first choice is the insane 1983 slasher film "Sleepaway Camp" written and directed by Robert Hiltzik. M...
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Episode 43: The Beyond w/ special guest James Hales from 2020-07-28T14:00
This week, James Hales returns to the podcast to discuss 1981's Italian supernatural horror film "The Beyond" directed by Lucio Fulci with the Spoop Bois, Derek and Aaron. They discuss the surre...
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Episode 42: They Live from 2020-07-14T14:30
This week, Aaron and Derek put on their sunglasses and watch 1988's science-fiction action horror film "They Live" directed by the great John Carpenter. They discuss the movie's politics and rel...
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Episode 41: Event Horizon from 2020-06-30T14:30
This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 1997's science fiction horror film "Event Horizon" directed by Paul W. S. Anderson. They discuss the nostalgia and cult status surrounding the film, the use of ...
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Episode 40: The Wailing from 2020-06-16T15:00
This week, Aaron and Derek return to South Korean horror with 2016's supernatural thriller "The Wailing" directed by Na Hong-jin. They discuss why "The Wailing" is a horror modern masterpiece an...
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Episode 39: Creep w/ special guest Director Zach Lamplugh from 2020-05-29T15:00
The Spoop Bois Aaron and Derek are joined by friend and director Zach Lamplugh to discuss 2014's found footage psychological horror film "Creep" directed by Patrick Brice. They discuss how the c...
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Episode 38: Poltergeist Mother's Day Special with Mansfield's Mom from 2020-05-14T15:30
Mother's Day may have just passed, but the Spoop Bois are still celebrating! This week, Aaron's lovely mother Tammy joins them to discuss 1982's supernatural horror classic "Poltergeist" directe...
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Episode 37: Twin Peaks&Fire Walk with Me, w/ special guest Meryl Dakin - Part 3 from 2020-04-30T15:00
On the last part of the Twin Peaks series, Derek, Aaron and Meryl go through the murder of Laura Palmer in the final scenes of 1992's "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me" directed by David Lynch. Amo...
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Episode 36: Twin Peaks&Fire Walk with Me, w/ special guest Meryl Dakin - Part 2 from 2020-04-21T16:00
With part 2, Aaron, Derek, and Meryl continue to dig into the world of Twin Peaks and specifically 1992's film "Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me" directed by David Lynch. This episode, they finally...
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Episode 35: Twin Peaks&Fire Walk with Me, w/ special guest Meryl Dakin - Part 1 from 2020-04-13T16:00
With our first multi-part series, the Spoop Bois with guest and close friend Meryl Dakin enter the town of Twin Peaks! They tackle Twin Peaks the series as a whole while focusing specifically on...
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Episode 34: The Stuff from 2020-04-02T16:00
Aaron and Derek continue their horror journey through these quarantine days. This week, they consume 1985's satirical science fiction horror flick "The Stuff" written, produced, and directed by ...
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Episode 33: A Dark Song from 2020-03-19T16:00
Society may be quarantined, but the spoop bois Derek and Aaron are still here to deliver the scares. This week, they discuss 2016's Irish-British independent horror film "A Dark Song" written an...
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Episode 32: The Thing w/ special guest Devin from 2020-03-05T16:00
In this special episode, the Spoop Bois finally take on another juggernaut of horror cinema. Scientist and personal friend of the show Devin joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's science ficti...
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Episode 31: Train to Busan from 2020-02-20T16:00
This week, Aaron and Derek dig into the 2016 South Korean zombie film "Train to Busan" directed by Yeon Sang-ho. They discuss the emotional weight from this film, what constitutes "good" zombie ...
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Episode 30: We Are Still Here from 2020-02-06T16:00
This week, Derek and Aaron tackle 2015's haunted house flick "We Are Still Here" written and directed by Ted Geoghegan. They discuss how it has a more Fulci vibe compared to Argento, the effecti...
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Episode 29: Session 9 w/ special guest Lauren Willson from 2020-01-21T16:00
Following the holiday break, Aaron and Derek are joined by returning guest Lauren to tackle 2001's psychological horror film "Session 9" directed by Brad Anderson. They discuss the movie's produ...
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Episode 28: Black Christmas from 2019-12-24T15:00
It's the 2019 Christmas episode! Aaron and Derek celebrate with 1974's Canadian slasher "Black Christmas" directed by Bob Clark. They discuss how the movie remains horrifying 40+ years later, wh...
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Episode 27: Night of the Comet w/ special guest Heather Murray from 2019-12-12T16:00
This week, the spoop bois Derek and Aaron are joined by returning guest Heather Murray to talk 1984's science fiction horror flick "Night of the Comet" directed by Thom Eberhardt. They discuss h...
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Episode 26: Blood Rage from 2019-11-26T16:00
That's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast! This week, the Spoop Bois Derek and Aaron talk 1987's American slasher "Blood Rage" (also known as "Nightmare at Shadow Woods" and "Slasher") directed...
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Episode 25: The Nightmare w/ special guest Dr. Jeff Rogers from 2019-11-14T16:00
For the 25th episode, the spoop boys tackle their first documentary. With friend of the hosts Jeff Rogers (yes, he is a doctor) joining them, they discuss 2015's "The Nightmare" directed by Rodn...
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Episode 24: Halloween III: Season of the Witch from 2019-10-29T16:00
It's the first ever Halloween episode! Aaron and Derek put on their masks and discuss 1982's science fiction horror cult classic "Halloween III: Season of the Witch" directed by Tommy Lee Wallac...
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Episode 23: Murder Party from 2019-10-17T16:00
The Season of Spoop™ rolls on! This week, Aaron and Derek tackle 2007's horror comedy film "Murder Party" directed by Jeremy Saulnier. This also marks the first time they've returned to a direct...
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Episode 22: Night of the Demons w/ special guest Evan Maurer from 2019-10-03T16:00
The Season of Spoop™ (TM TM TM) starts here! Evan returns to join Derek and Aaron in discussing 1988's "Night of the Demons" directed by Kevin S. Tenney. They discuss the exaggerated fears assoc...
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Episode 21: Mayhem from 2019-09-19T16:00
This week, the spoop boys discuss 2017's action comedy horror film "Mayhem" directed by Joe Lynch. They discuss the horrors of American work life and culture, dig into the deterioration of an ot...
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Episode 20: House (Hausu) w/ special guests Lauren Willson and Jonathan Nowacki from 2019-09-05T16:00
On this special, extra manic episode, special guests Lauren and Jonathan join Aaron and Derek to discuss 1977's Japanese horror comedy film "House" (Hausu) directed by Nobuhiko Obayashi. They di...
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Episode 19: The Omen w/ special guest Chrystle Rivers from 2019-08-22T16:00
For a special 19th episode, Derek and Aaron are joined by guest Chrystle to discuss the 1976 demonic horror classic "The Omen" directed by Richard Donner. They discuss the psychological vs super...
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Episode 18: Raw from 2019-08-09T16:00
On this episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2016's French-Belgian horror drama film "Raw" directed by Julia Ducournau. They discuss the primal fear associated with hunger and desire, Ducournau's dir...
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Episode 17: Phantasm w/ special guest James Hales from 2019-07-25T16:00
We're back and with another guest! Derek and Aaron welcome James onto the show to discuss 1979's science fantasy horror film "Phantasm" directed by Don Coscarelli. They discuss the idea of funer...
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Minisode 1: Aaron Talks "Midsommar" from 2019-07-15T16:00
On the first Watch If You Dare minisode, join spoop boy Aaron as he discusses 2019's folk horror flick "Midsommar" directed by Ari Aster. He goes in depth with his thoughts on the movie having j...
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Episode 16: The Fog from 2019-07-05T16:00
For this week, Aaron and Derek discuss 1980's "The Fog" directed by horror great John Carpenter. They share stories involving fog, cover the appeal of midnight jazz radio, and talk about Tom Atk...
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Episode 15: Green Room from 2019-06-18T15:30
Aaron and Derek tackle 2015's horror thriller movie "Green Room" directed by Jeremy Saulnier. They share stories from attending shows and the fears of being in sketchy situations that could've g...
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Episode 14: The Gate from 2019-05-30T15:30
On this episode, the spoopy boys tackle 1987's supernatural horror film "The Gate" directed by Tibor Takács. They talk about childhood urban legends, Satanic Panic of the 1980s, and general fear...
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Episode 13: The Ritual from 2019-05-16T15:00
It's lucky (or unlucky) number 13! This week, Derek and Aaron pack their bags and spend the night with 2017's "The Ritual" directed by David Bruckner. They discuss bad choices made while hiking,...
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Episode 12: Audition from 2019-05-02T15:00
This week, the spoop boys cover 1999's Japanese horror film "Audition" directed by Takashi Miike. They discuss fears related to relationships, manipulation, and mental and physical torture. They...
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Episode 11: Night of the Creeps w/ special guest Evan Maurer from 2019-04-15T17:29:15
On the 11th episode, the guys are joined by their second guest, Evan Maurer! Join them as they discuss the 1986 science fiction horror comedy film "Night of the Creeps" directed by Fred Dekker. ...
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Episode 10: Kill List from 2019-03-27T15:30
For the 10th episode, Aaron and Derek tackle the 2011 British psychological horror movie "Kill List" directed by Ben Wheatley. The boys discuss whether or not this is the darkest film they've wa...
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Episode 9: Scanners from 2019-03-13T16:30
On the 9th episode, the spoop boys discuss the 1981 Canadian science-fiction horror film "Scanners" directed by David Cronenberg. Join them as they make comparisons to the X-Men, talk a lot abou...
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Episode 8: An American Werewolf in London w/ special guest Heather Murray from 2019-02-28T17:00
On this special episode, the spoop boys are joined by their first guest, Heather Murray! This week they discuss the 1981 horror comedy film "An American Werewolf in London" directed by John Land...
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Episode 7: The Mothman Prophecies from 2019-02-13T14:00
On the 7th episode of Watch If You Dare, Derek and Aaron dive into 2002's "The Mothman Prophecies" directed by Mark Pellington. They discuss cryptids and cinema, the influence of a music video d...
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Episode 6: The Autopsy of Jane Doe from 2019-01-31T14:00
On the 6th episode, Aaron and Derek tackle the 2016 supernatural horror thriller "The Autopsy of Jane Doe" directed by André Øvredal. They also discuss fears and tales from the medical world and...
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Episode 5: Lost Highway from 2019-01-16T14:00
On the extra long 5th episode of Watch If You Dare, the boys tackle David Lynch's mindscrew neo-noir film "Lost Highway" from 1997. They dive into whether or not it can be classified as a horror...
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Episode 4: The Blackcoat's Daughter from 2019-01-03T13:00
After a short holiday back, the boys are back! This time they discuss the 2015 psychological horror film "The Blackcoat's Daughter" directed by Oz Perkins. Their discussion dives into fears surr...
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Episode 3: The Sentinel from 2018-12-12T15:00
Our show can now officially be binged! On the third episode of Watch If You Dare, Aaron and Derek tackle the 1977 supernatural horror movie "The Sentinel" directed by Michael Winner. Do the demo...
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Episode 2: It Follows from 2018-11-27T15:00
On the second episode, Aaron and Derek spend a little time going over horror in comics and personal phobias before digging into the 2014 film "It Follows" directed by David Robert Mitchell. Thei...
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Episode 1: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre from 2018-11-10T18:05:08
Our journey begins here! In Watch If You Dare's first episode, Aaron and Derek discuss Tobe Hooper's classic "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" from 1974 and explore what makes it a timeless horror ...
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