Bloody Disgusting Podcast
Each week, hosts Zena Dixon and Shelby Novak dive into the world of horror on the official podcast of Bloody-Disgusting.com. They discuss weekly themes, trending topics, and upcoming horror movie and series releases. The show offers a fun and engaging take on their favorite aspects of the genre.
Episodes
Leigh Whannell Talks INSIDIOUS: OUT OF THE FURTHER
Zena and Shelby had the absolute pleasure of getting to chat with Leigh Whannell: a master of horror and creator, alongside James Wan, of the Insidious franchise. Leigh enlightened us on how to create truly scary moments in horror, why the genre is underrated despite the current "goldrush", and so much more.
Let's get bloody. Let's get disgusting. Let's head into The Further!
Watch FREE horror
INSIDIOUS: What Is The Further? Everything You Need to Know!
And if you've already checked INSIDIOUS: OUT OF THE FURTHER, what's one word you'd use to describe it, keeping it spoiler-free?
Mark your calendars! INSIDIOUS: OUT OF THE FURTHER is crawling into theaters August 21st.
Before it hits, Zena and Shelby are cracking open the full Insidious lore dump, diving deep into spoiler territory on the last five movies. Shelby already caught INSIDIOUS: OUT OF
THE AUTOPSY (2022) Is Gross, Grim & Gory...We Love It
Grab a scalpel and grab something spicy...this episode gets HOT!
Huge shoutout to our sponsor, Torchbearer Sauces, keeping us fueled with unfiltered heat while we play a little game we like to call Talk or Torch. Here's how it works: every time we say Dr. Winters' name, we sample a Torchbearer Sauce. Simple rules, deeply questionable decision-making.
This week, the gruesome twosome is diving int
A Clueless Family, Rain & Wild Susan | THE LAST HOUSE
Home sweet home… until you realize you’re never getting out!
This week, the gruesome twosome dive into Netflix’s THE LAST HOUSE, a claustrophobic horror thriller where a family discovers that their home isn’t exactly the safe haven they thought it was. Shelby leads the discussion with Zena as they get into the movie’s creepy premise, the mystery surrounding what’s happening outside, and, of cour
Interview: Declan Dineen Talks The Chronicles of Astrimos
Shelby chats with Declan Dineen, writer and producer of The Chronicles of Astrimos, the sci-fi audio drama starring Darren Criss, Maya Hawk and Alfred Molina from Echoverse!
Declan gives advice to writers and speaks on the subject of curiosity and it's correlation to creating great character.
https://www.echoverse.com/the-chronicles-of-astrimos
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Chills, Thrills & Ice Cream Man: August Horror We Can't Wait For
This week the gruesome twosome, Zena and Shelby, are unboxing the icy return of horror legend Eli Roth (CABIN FEVER, HOSTEL, THANKSGIVING). His new film ICE CREAM MAN melts into theaters August 7 via his own label, The Horror Section.
To celebrate, Bloody Disgusting is throwing down in Los Angeles this weekend with some seriously frosty festivities: it kicks off Saturday, Aug 1 at The Horror Bood
IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS (1994) - John Carpenter's Most Underrated Horror?
What pairs perfectly with John Carpenter's most underrated supernatural horror? Pure, unfiltered heat, courtesy of our sponsor Torchbearer Sauces!
In this episode, Tony Wash stops by to give us the scoop on what to keep a lookout for on SCREAMBOX in August and trust us, you're going to want to hear this. Then Tony joins Zena and Shelby for a deep dive into John Carpenter's IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS
We Read Your Most Controversial Horror Hot Takes...
We're back! Did you miss us?
This week, Shelby takes us behind the scenes of Creep IE Con, sharing her unforgettable experience, favorite moments, and stories from an incredible weekend! Hear all about meeting Danny Trejo, the eerie Pinocchio puppet, Jon Abrahams, Lochlyn Munro, Simon Rex, Brad Dourif, Fiona Dourif, Alex Vincent, and plenty more. Whether you're a convention veteran or have always
The Gruesome Twosome: Movies That Traumatized Us As Kids
THE GRUESOME TWOSOME IS BACK! (Massive shoutout to listener Izzy for giving us the best name ever!) This week we're switching things up. No deep dive, just Zena and your pal Shelby in their element, and honestly? This might be our most fun episode yet.
Here's what we're getting into: the two dig into their childhood fears and yes, it gets chaotic! From there the girls dish out their latest horror
The Summer Horror Movie Nobody Talks About: THE RED HOUSE (1947)
Get ready for a mini deep dive featuring a haunted red house AND Shelby bullying you!
Quick question before we get into it: when you think of summer-themed horror, what's the FIRST thing that comes to mind?
This week Zena and Shelby are diving into the classic black-and-white psychological noir horror THE RED HOUSE (1947) and this one has EVERYTHING. Mystery, a family hiding a dark secret, forb
Everything You Forgot About STIGMATA (1999)
This episode is proudly sponsored by Torchbearer Sauces, because nothing pairs better with possession, paranormal chaos, and religious secrets than pure, unfiltered heat!
Tune in because we're cracking open the supernatural horror movie STIGMATA (1999), and trust us, this one gets under your skin. Frankie Paige (Patricia Arquette) has no strong religious beliefs…until she starts experiencing viol
POSSESSION (1981): The Most Unhinged Divorce Movie Ever Made
Divorce has never been scarier!
This week, things get MESSY. And we mean that literally. Zena and Shelby are diving deep into the psychological horror masterpiece POSSESSION (1981), directed by Andrzej Żuławski! A movie about divorce, despair, and whatever that thing is in the bathtub. If you've seen it, you know. If you haven't…buckle up!
And speaking of things falling apart, this episode is s
Summer Horror Preview 2026!
Happy June, you beautiful creeps! And Happy Pride Month! We're BACK and crawling out of the coffin just in time for summer screams.
First up, our resident SCREAMBOX expert Tony Wash rises from the depths to drop some seriously exciting news. This October, SCREAMBOX is unleashing an all-new original unscripted series, YOUR DEAREST DARKEST FRIEND WITH YOUR HOST TED RAIMI. That's right, THE Ted Rai
Joe Swanberg: KENNELED (2026) + MONKEY'S MAGIC MERRY GO ROUND (2024)
This week, Zena sits down with the incredibly talented Joe Swanberg, director, producer, writer, editor AND actor, for a conversation you don't want to miss!
Joe is one of the founding forces behind the mumblecore movement, and 20+ years into his career, he's showing no signs of slowing down. From manning every corner of film production to opening his very own video rental store on the outskirts
THE RESIDENT (2011): Stalkers, Secrets & Sauces78u
It's that time again, Talk or Torch is BACK! Zena and Shelby are putting their taste buds (and their sanity) on the line with another round of horror trivia featuring the fiery hot sauces from Torchbearer Sauces. And let's just say... Torchbearer is NOT playing nice this month. Tongues are burned, things get heated, and somehow ham becomes a topic of conversation. Don't ask!
Once they survive the
#272 - The Softest Nightmare: PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK (1975)
The sun is out. The wildflowers are blooming. Three girls walk into the Australian bush and simply...don't come back! This week, Shelby dresses up as a student at Appleyard College, and together with Zena, they take a deep dive into PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK! The 1975 Peter Weir film that has been unsettling audiences (and cobnfusing them beautifully) for fifty years!
Is it horror? Is it a mystery?
#271 - Don't @ Us: Our Unpopular Horror Opinions
Did you miss us? We took a little break last week, but Zena and Shelby are back and getting bloody again!
But this time...they're getting controversial. A listener recommendation sparked this week's topic: unpopular horror opinions. Zena and Shelby are pulling back the curtain on the movies and takes that might raise some eyebrows. These are the movies that weren't quite their speed and the op
Talk or Torch: STARRY EYES (2014) ft. Directors Kevin Kölsch & Dennis Widmyer
This week, Zena and Shelby bring you a jam-packed episode soaked in blood, ambition, and Hollywood horror! First up, we sit down with directors and writers Kevin Kölsch and Dennis Widmyer, the twisted minds behind STARRY EYES! They dig into the film's dark origins and tease what terrifying projects they have coming next.
Then, SCREAMBOX programmer Tony Wash joins the chaos to give us a heads-up
#269 - Short Horror Films to Add to Your Watch List
Short films, big scares...what could go wrong? This week, Zena and Shelby are diving into short horror movies handpicked by YOU, our amazing listeners! Watch along as they react in real time to some unsettling shorts. No spoilers, just pure unfiltered reactions. And yes, after Shelby's little bullying session, the duo makes it up to listeners by answering YOUR horror-related questions!
The short
#268 - Name The Horror Movie You'd NEVER Survive
Which horror movie would be the absolute WORST to actually live through? Zena and Shelby kick off this episode with the question we're all secretly afraid to answer and they have some very strong opinions!
But this week, instead of a deep dive into one film, the two are pulling back the curtain on something they've been quietly building: She Screams: Women in Horror! Their hand-curated collection
CRAZY OLD LADY (2025): One of the Most Uncomfortable Horror Movies of the Year?!
Have you checked out CRAZY OLD LADY, aka VIEJA LOCA (2025) yet?
Zena and Shelby dive headfirst into this tense, slow-burn psychological horror that seriously gets under your skin! It’s a tight, one-location indie that wastes no time trapping you in a deeply uncomfortable nightmare. Trust us, it lingers! The setup sounds simple…until it’s not. Pedro gets a desperate message from his ex asking him
The Minds Behind THE DÆMON!
Writers and Directors Matt Devino and David Yohe sat down with Shelby to talk all about their latest feature THE DÆMON!
Don't miss The Dæmon available on Screambox now!
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#266 - BODY CAM (2020) & Real-World Horror
Something is lurking in the footage…and once you see it, it’s already too late.
Zena and Shelby dive into BODY CAM (2020), with Mary J. Blige leading as a cop investigating a brutal murder who starts noticing something seriously off in the body cam footage. What starts as a routine case spirals into creepy visions, bad energy, and the growing feeling that something supernatural is targeting her e
#265 - RAWHEAD REX (1986) + SCREAMBOX April Sneak Peek | Talk or Torch
Expect ancient monsters, questionable decisions, and plenty of laughs as they break down this campy '80s horror!
This week, Zena and Shelby are joined by returning guest Tony Wash, Director of Programming & Original Productions at SCREAMBOX, for a St. Patrick’s Day edition of Talk or Torch sponsored by Torchbearer Sauces! But this time inspired by the gloriously bizarre 1986 cult creature featu
BONUS: The Minds Behind PIG HILL
Pig Hill is one of the most gruesome rides you'll go on this year, it's full of a darkness you'll never see coming!
Shelby got to sit down with four of the minds behind the madness: Director Kevin Lewis, Screenwriter Jarrod Burris, Executive Producer Ted Watts, and Actor Olivia Allen.
Don't miss Pig Hill available on Screambox now!
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#264 - GRAVE ENCOUNTERS (2011) feat Hometown Ghost Stories
Ever wondered what it’s like to get trapped in a haunted asylum with no
way out? We’re about to find out!
Ghosts, time distortion, haunted asylums, and cannibal chaos! Zena and Shelby are joined by the Hometown Ghost Stories crew for paranormal survival tips, rapid-fire horror questions, and a deep dive into the
found-footage supernatural GRAVE ENCOUNTERS (2011).
It’s about to get haunted, ho
#263 - Hide, Seek, Kill: A READY OR NOT Breakdown
This week’s episode is sponsored by CWA Wealth Advisory. Because while the Le Domas family chose demonic asset management, Shelby and Zena are choosing something far more responsible… calculating the insurance payout on their demise!
That’s right! The two are saying “I do” to chaos as they dive into READY OR NOT. But this isn’t just a horror breakdown. It’s a full-on insurance audit for every s
Becoming Ben: Miguel Torres Umba on PRIMATE
Zena chats with Miguel Torres Umba, the powerhouse performer behind Ben in PRIMATE, directed by Johannes Roberts.
An actor, director, and movement specialist known for his intensely physical performances, Miguel breaks down what it took to land the role and fully transform into Ben, from the grueling prep to unleashing that raw, animalistic energy on screen.
Tune in as we dive into behind-
#262 - Why Are We So Obsessed with Horror?
In this week’s episode, Zena and Shelby are joined by the dynamic duo Tammy Reese and LaKisa Renee of the Tales From The Media podcast to dig into one deliciously disturbing question: Why are we so obsessed with horror?
From the adrenaline rush of being scared to the comfort of controlled chaos, the crew unpacks why we love fear so much. Is horror actually therapeutic…or are we just emotionall
BONUS: Blood, Barn & Grindhouse: The Making of BLOOD BARN
If you love neon dread, practical carnage, and throwback terror with heart, this episode is for you!
Zena cranks it up with BLOOD BARN director and writer Gabriel Bernini and writer Alexandra Jade for a blood-soaked deep dive into their ’80s horror roots, the chaos of indie filmmaking, and how they resurrected the raw spirit of grindhouse slashers for a new generation. They talk gateway horror
#262 - Talk or Torch: SCREAMBOX March Sneak Peek & Spicy Stakes
This week, Zena and Shelby are joined by Tony Wash, Director of Programming & Original Productions at SCREAMBOX, for our monthly game of Talk or Torch!
Our signature horror trivia showdown is back and every wrong answer brings the heat…literally. Plus, Tony drops exclusive details on what’s hitting SCREAMBOX in March, so stick around for a sneak peek at the terrifying titles you won’t want to
#261 - Duck Detective Meets Silent Hill f!
Put on your detective hats and grab a slice of bread, it's time for this week's Bloody Disgusting podcast!
This week Zena and Shelby are joined once again by the show's producer Pacific Obadiah! In celebration of this week's sponsor, Gamefly, it's video game week!
They discuss DUCK DETECTIVE: THE GHOST OF GLAMPING as well as share what they've been playing lately, all available on GameFly! Thin
BONUS: SWEETNESS (2025) with Emma Higgins
Zena chats with Emma Higgins, writer and director of the horror-thriller SWEETNESS. A story about teenage misfit Rylee, a troubled rock star, and some seriously intense choices. Tune in as we dive into Emma’s decade-long journey bringing SWEETNESS to life, the music, style, and tiny details that make the movie unforgettable, Rylee’s choices, and why we empathize with her… plus plenty more!
SWE
#260 - Icy Horror Movie Recommendations
Happy February, Happy Black History Month, and Happy Wednesday! Zena and Shelby are back to dive into: Icy horror movies that send shivers down your spine, Shelby’s spooky adventures at Creep I.E. Con, cryptic game secrets from Bloober Team on remosdneulserorehsoovamceyerd.com, plus plenty more chills and thrills!
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/z7xfWcNa
Let’s get bloody and disgusting.
#259 - AMERICAN PSYCHO Breakdown: Are the Kills Real?
This week on the Bloody Disgusting Podcast, in honor of Christian Bale’s birthday (Friday, January 30), we’re diving into the razor-sharp black comedy horror AMERICAN PSYCHO (2000), directed by Mary Harron! Zena and Shelby break down whether the film is a brutal satire of capitalism, a serial killer story, or something even stranger, and debate the big question fans still argue about: did Patrick
#258 - Horror Trivia ft. Torchbearer Sauces
This week, Zena and Shelby are joined by Tony Wash, SCREAMBOX’s Director of Programming & Original Productions, for our monthly Talk or Torch! Talk or Torch is the horror trivia showdown where wrong answers come with serious heat.
This month, we’ve partnered with Torchbearer Sauces, and things get bloody spicy as we put their latest sauces to the test! Feeling brave? You can grab the Bloody Disg
#257 - BUGONIA (2025): Horror or Not?
Zena and Shelby tear into Lanthimos’ BUGONIA (2025). Question for you: is it horror or not? And if it isn’t…why?
This week on Bloody Disgusting, the podcast, we’re diving into GameFly picks, Yorgos Lanthimos madness, and witchy horror favorites! Zena and Shelby run through their must-rent games and movies, all available on GameFly! Think Netflix, but for games and movies. They mail them straight
#256 - Plunging into Lake Mungo with True Crime Campfire
Happy birthday week, Zena!
This week Shelby is joined by Whitney of True Crime Campfire to discuss LAKE MUNGO! They break down the movie and discuss the faux documentary vs real true crime documentaries. Shelby also grills Whitney with a TCC edition of horror hot seat!
Come plunge into this dark water with us!
Got a horror question you’ve been dying to ask us? Don’t be shy, we don’t bite…much!
#255 - Final Cut: The Best Horror of 2025
It’s our final episode of 2025, and we’re celebrating a killer year in horror. We’re counting down our TOP 5 horror movies and series of 2025, firing through a rapid-fire release radar, and sharing what’s been haunting our screens lately. Tune in, crank it up, and get bloody and get disgusting with us!
Huge thanks to everyone who tuned in this year. 2025 shook things up, and we couldn’t have don
#254 - Torching Ourselves with Spicy Sauce!
Expect yelling, panic, bad decisions, and a whole lot of horror opinions under fire. We’re getting festive and spicy this week, so happy holidays and Merry Christmas from the Bloody Disgusting Podcast!
This week, Zena and Shelby play Talk or Torch, a horror game where you have 15 seconds to answer or you’re eating hot sauce from Torchbearer Sauces. No pressure. Things get spicy fast.
If you t
#253 - Sleigh What?! SILENT NIGHT (2012) Breakdown
Want a Christmas movie where Santa trades milk and cookies for a flamethrower and a wood chipper? We’ve got you covered.
This week, Zena and Shelby are hanging out with a special guest, their contest winner, Danielle, aka @thewitchofthewood! And in honor of Mike P. Nelson’s SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT hitting theaters this Friday, the three slice into Steven C. Miller’s SILENT NIGHT (2012). This r
#252 - Peeling Apart MOUTHWASHING (2024)
Space: where no one can hear you scream....
and scream....
and scream....
Zena is off this week, but producer Pacific Obadiah sits with Shelby in the co-host chair this episode where they discuss the indie horror video game: MOUTHWASHING. Winner of two 2024 Horror Game Awards, this game is gory, existential, and somehow...minty fresh??
They also talk what their favorite settings for horror vid
#251 - Carving Into Eli Roth's THANKSGIVING (2023)
Grab a plate and bring a bib! This episode's stacked!
This week, Zena and Shelby carve into Eli Roth’s holiday slasher THANKSGIVING (2023). They trace its roots back to the old Grindhouse trailer, get into the small-town chaos behind the John Carver mask, and talk about why holiday horror is such a blast. But the feast doesn’t end there! Listeners came in hot with takes on IMMACULATE, LONGLEGS, a
250 - Pass the Torchbearer!
This week, Zena and Shelby are breaking from the usual format and cranking up the chaos with a fiery round of TALK OR TORCH, fueled by our friends at Torchbearer Sauces, makers of gourmet sauces that bite!
Get ready to torch your taste buds! Torchbearer Sauces is dropping sitewide early access + Black Friday deals Nov 19 - Dec 2: http://torchbearersauces.com/
Plus, we’re proud to highlight Child
249 - Screams, Hot Sauce & Senior Citizen Names
Tune in for thrills, chills, and a dash of heat.
Tony Wash is back with a promotion and a pile of new horrors haunting SCREAMBOX! Zena and Shelby turn up the heat with huge news (and a spicy brand deal) from Torchbearer Sauces. So keep your eyes peeled for some saucy surprises!
It's a week of sequels: a new Gremlins movie is coming to theaters in 2027 and the Mummy rises again with Brendan Frase
#248 - Business Ladies in Horror: Who Knows K-Ci and/or JoJo?
TIME IS SLIPPIN’ AWAY FROM US (cue K-Ci & JoJo 🎶)
This week, the two Business Ladies are back with a full serving of the best horror-themed pet names, Tubi’s original horror movies, Bloody Disgusting’s upcoming 25th anniversary, fangirling over Robert Englund’s brand-new star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and plenty MORE. Let’s get blood! Let’s get disgusting! And if anyone actually knows K-Ci a
#247 - Killer Debates, Corn & F Them Kids
Zena and Shelby are breaking format for a horror roundtable with TaMon Kane! Packed with creepy kids, cursed choices, and chaotic laughs.
This one’s pure Halloween energy from start to finish. The crew takes the Horror Roundtable and dives into killer debates: from which horror villain you could actually take in a fight to which classic deserves a reboot (and which should stay dead forever). Expe
#246- Full of Secrets and Haunted Houses
Tap in. Things are getting radioactive.
Shelby braves V/H/S/HALLOWEEN, Zena escapes Howl-O-Scream Tampa and dives into HOUSE OF WAX (2005), and we ask: What horror movie house would you dare spend the night in? Plus, we’re breaking down The Toxic Avenger’s heroic $15M medical debt payoff, previewing the TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE doc CHAIN REACTIONS, and teasing giveaways, haunted screenings & more
#245 - Terrifying Treats!
This episode is packed with horror goodies!
This week, Zena and Shelby are diving deep into everything creepy, bloody, and downright terrifying with a chance for YOU to WIN a bloody Art the Clown TERRIFIER Funko Pop! Head over to our socials to enter!
From the hottest horror Halloween costumes to the best anthology episodes to binge, we’ve got your spooky season covered. Plus, juicy news on a ne
#244 - Long-Winded B*tch: Burnt Tongues & Bloody Tales
Tune in, get bloody, and let the October madness begin!
It’s officially spooky season, and Shelby & Zena are kicking off October with screams, sweets, and a surprise you do not want to miss! Shelby sinks her fangs into the Top-Ranked Halloween Candies and unpacks the creepy (and very real) origin behind the myth of poisoned Halloween treats. Spoiler: It’s darker than you think...
Then, things h
#243 - Get Laid or Die Trying
This week, we’re summoning a special treat for our longtime listeners!
Jon Grilz from Creepy Podcast is back, joining Zena and Shelby for a
nostalgic trip down memory lane! The trio dives into the eerie world
of HELL HOUSE LLC, reveals the true origin story behind the Bloody
Disgusting Podcast, and shares their favorite weekly watches! From
estate sales stacked with dusty horror gems to old folks
#242 - All Sorts of Bat Sh!t Stuff
Pull up a seat, we have sharp takes, deep cuts, good vibes!
This week, Shelby and Zena are joined by two killer guests: DeVaughn Taylor co-host of the Specter Cinema Club, Tainted Love and The Pod & The Pendulum podcasts and Tony Wash, curator of SCREAMBOX! We’re talking recent watches, giving CHILD'S PLAY 3 the spotlight it may or may not deserve, getting hyped about Guillermo del Toro’s upcomin
#241 - Scaredy Roundtable!
Let's talk stinky horror movies, horror grannies and Leigh Whannell's viral post.
Tony and Brian from Scaredycast join Zena and Shelby while Keenan is away for a horror hot seat like no other! There are spicy takes, passionate rants, and some truly cursed hypothetical questions. The crew doesn't hold back! From listener-submitted horror hot takes to the foulest-smelling horror flicks (seriously,
BONUS: Interview with Macon Blair: Director of The Toxic Avenger
Mutants! Mops! Movie stars! In this spoil-free bonus episode, Zena and Keenan chat with writer/director Macon Blair about his upcoming THE TOXIC AVENGER, spreading its unique brand of toxic carnage across the country on August 29th!
We get into mutant mayhem, Troma roots, monster comedy, and working with an absolutely bonkers cast: Peter Dinklage, Luisa Guerreiro, Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige,
#240 - Deep Dive: The Burning
TaMon Kane is back! He joins the BDP crew to discuss the 1981 summer camp slasher THE BURNING! They talk favorite kills, what the sequels should be about, and ponder the question: what happened to the screaming orderly??
Ohio listeners! Go visit Keenan at Nightmare Weekend! Get your tickets here: https://galaxycon.com/pages/nightmare-weekend-cleveland-tickets
Tune in...get bloody!
Do you h
BONUS: Interview with Filmmaker Matt Sampere
This week on the Bloody Disgusting Podcast Keenan is joined by horror filmmaker Matt Sampere. Screambox is proud to present Matt's Halloween infused horror film CREEPING DEATH, which is now streaming and available on Blu-ray! Matt discusses the ebbs and flows of creating, directing and starring in his decked out fall feature and what lies next on his bloody horizon.
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BONUS: The Trouble With Tessa: Season Finale Q & A
We had the pleasure of sitting down with the cast and crew of The Trouble With Tessa one last time to discuss the season as a whole (we even got Tessa themself!). We learn a lot of fun behind the scenes stories, some extra lore about the mysterious town of Lowery, and what could be in store for a season 2!
Spoilers ahead for Season 1 of The Trouble with Tessa!
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#239 - The Juices We Love
The juice is loose! This week, SCREAMBOX expert Tony Wash joins Zena, Shelby and Keenan to spill the blood (and the tea) on the latest horror drops hitting SCREAMBOX! Hint: Troma fans, you’re in for a treat. Plus, Macon Blair’s The Toxic Avenger smashes into theaters August 29th, and trust us, you’ll want to catch this one on the big screen.
We’re diving into your hot horror takes, the movies we
#238 - 1 800 H0t b00bs
Craving chaos, THE TOXIC AVENGER, and killer horror recs? You're in the right place!
This week on the pod, the Dark Trio 2.0 are joined by Alex, fresh from San Diego Comic-Con, where horror absolutely slayed. From cult classics like THE TOXIC AVENGER to the haunting return of Jason Voorhees, Comic-Con was soaked in horror gold! We dive into YOUR horror hot takes, share recent watches we’re obsess
BONUS: An Interview with Author Andrew Grevas
Shelby sits down with Andrew Grevas, author of the upcoming HORROR IN HADDONFIELD: THE UNTOLD STORIES OF HALLOWEEN. They discuss this book, a love letter to the franchise, and what it takes to put together such a comprehensive compilation of essays, interviews, secrets, and even some clarification on some of Halloween's more complicated timelines.
HORROR IN HADDONFIELD is out October 7, 2025 s
237 - Deep Dive: Harper's Island
Grab a weapon and make sure it's something borrowed, something blue, something old or something new, because we're headed to one of the bloodiest weddings you've ever seen!
Don't stand under any chandeliers and watch your back while you listen to Zena, Keenan and Shelby deep dive HARPER'S ISLAND!
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BONUS: An Interview with Author Tracey M Carvill
Shelby sits down with Tracey M Carvill, author of THE CHILDREN OF THE TITHE and the upcoming collection of short horror stories
STRANGER THAN TRUTH: SCARY STORIES INSPIRED BY A SCARY WORLD. Tracey shares her own supernatural experiences, gives some great advice for aspiring horror authors, and tells the secret behind brutally murdering some of your favorite characters!
Get your own copy of Child
#236 - Booty Cheeks in the Moonlight
Craving chills and killer takes? This week, Shelby’s off, but Zena and Keenan bring the heat with special guest Chris Vander Kaay as they dive headfirst into the twisted, DIY world of horror. We’re unpacking his series FOUND FOOTAGE FINDS on FoundTV and hunting down the creepiest corners of found footage horror!
We’re also digging into listener-submitted horror hot takes you won’t want to miss, b
A Conversation with the Minds Behind The Trouble with Tessa
As a bloody bonus, Shelby had the opportunity to sit down with some of the brilliant minds behind the latest Screambox original series THE TROUBLE WITH TESSA: Tony Walsh, Bethany Watson, and Dennis Cahlo! They discussed the ins and outs of creating great horror on a budget, and not falling into the trap of hand holding your audience through a story, plus so much more!
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#235 - Parasites, Ticks, and Brain Goo, oh my!
You won't leave this episode itch-free!
Welcome to the official Bloody Disgusting Podcast, your weekly plunge into all things horrifying, hilarious, and gloriously unhinged from the darkest corners of the horror world! Each week, we slash through the latest genre news, must-watch movie recs, and fan-fueled madness you won’t want to miss.
In this episode, we’re taking a cue from Meagan Navar
BONUS: Interview with David Charbonier & Justin Powell
Let’s get intense! Zena sits down with the talented writer/director duo David Charbonier and Justin Powell to dive into their latest thriller, PUSH. The film follows Natalie, a pregnant realtor fighting for her life during a terrifying home invasion when a deranged client crashes her open house. With Natalie on the brink of giving birth, every second counts, making her survival all the more desper
#234 - SCREAMBOX Shenanigans & Tessa Troubles
Need your weekly fix of horror news, killer recs, and all things spooky? Hit play and get bloody with us!
This week, with Keenan out, Tony jumps in to join Shelby and Zena for a jam-packed episode! Tony gives us the inside scoop on his role as supervising producer for the upcoming SCREAMBOX original series, THE TROUBLE WITH TESSA, and shares the latest must-watch titles coming to SCREAMBOX this m
BONUS: Interview with Paul Etheredge & Jeffrey Reddick
Bonus episode alert! Zena sits down with two legends of the horror genre: writer-director Paul Etheredge (best known for the groundbreaking queer slasher HELLBENT) and Jeffrey Reddick (the mind behind FINAL DESTINATION and a key voice in modern horror).
They're here to talk about their latest collaboration: THE OTHER! A chilling, thought-provoking film that blends horror and psychological suspen
#233 - Dong Central
Did someone say…dong central? The Dark Trio 2.0 is back, and we’re howling into the void with our Mid-Year Screams: the top 3 horror films of 2025 (so far)! But that’s not all: JURASSIC PARK is invading 7-Elevens in LA, Scarlett Johansson is checking into the cursed TOWER OF TERROR, and something unspeakable is blowing in the wind!
So strap in, get bloody with us! We have the latest horror news,
BONUS: Interview with Jess Dubois
Jess DuBois (executive producer of THE WILLOWBROOK TAPES, production consultant on TERRIFIER 3 + THE 4:30 MOVIE & production coordinator on the upcoming SHELBY OAKS) joins Keenan to talk all things indie horror, passionate horror fans & more!
Jess DuBois IMDB - Instagram
Donate to 6th Ave - A Horror Short Film HERE
Got a movie you want us to deep dive into? We want to hear from you! Call an
#232 - Deep Dive: The Crush
This week Zena, Shelby and Keenan all discuss the 1993 cult classic THE CRUSH, starring Alicia Silverstone and Cary Elwes! Join as we talk femme fatales, the importance of setting boundaries, and free ballin' in khakis.
Grab a blanket, settle into your favorite spot on the couch, and get ready to get bloody.
Got a movie you want us to deep dive into? We want to hear from you! Call and leave u
BONUS: Interview with John R. Howley and Tori Wong
Shelby sits down with actors John R. Howley and Tori Wong, stars of the film BLEEDING. They discuss the movie's beautiful way of discussing addiction, loss, and tragically dysfunctional family in a world of vampires.
You can watch BLEEDING now on Screambox!
"In a world where vampire blood is harvested as a drug, two desperate teenagers on the run from a vicious dealer break into an empty house
#231 - The Cheesier...The Better
Dim the lights. Lock the doors. Settle in…and repeat after us: the cheesier...the better.
This week, the full coven has reunited! Keenan emerges from the shadows with wild tales of his beachside birthday and a night with Metallica LIVE!! We dive into horror franchise binges, characters in horror movies ignoring warning signs, and...bloody toes make an appearance. Plus, “Mr. Shiny” is coming, and
BONUS: Interview Andrew Bell
In this bonus episode, Zena sits down with director Andrew Bell to talk
about his haunting directorial debut, BLEEDING, which is now available on SCREAMBOX!
Using vampire mythology as a lens, BLEEDING dives deep into the emotional and social fallout of America’s opioid crisis. The film follows
Eric, a 17-year-old grieving the overdose death of his brother. When
his cousin Sean is drawn into a da
#230 - Girls' Night: Let's Sage the Hole!
It’s Girls’ Night on the pod!
While Keenan’s off celebrating his birthday (don’t worry, he’ll be back next week!), Zena and Shelby are holding it down and diving deep into all things creepy and curious. From the ghostly activity haunting Shelby’s apartment to the mystery of "saging holes," the duo covers it all.
They also unpack horror villains who might have had a point and share their take on
BONUS: Interview Deathgasm Edition
This week, Keenan sits down with filmmaker Jason Lei Howden, writer and director of DEATHGASM, GUNS AKIMBO, and the upcoming DEATHGASM II: GOREMAGEDDON. Along with writer Pete Bune Jr., who is bringing the DEATHGASM 1.5 comic book to life, and Josh Viola, writer and co-producer of the DEATHGASM video game. This episode gets METAL AF as the guys chat about what it's like diving back into the world
#229 - The Dark Trinity Plus Tony
Horror trilogies galore, old favorites and new screams coming our way!
We almost called this episode “It’s Nothing Like Biting a Boob”…but we’ve decided to keep it classy. This week, SCREAMBOX’s very own Tony Wash joins Zena, Shelby, and Keenan to spill the guts on everything streaming this month and trust us, there’s some seriously awesome stuff in the
lineup. Plus, the crew dives into their f
#228 - Friday the 13th: Knockers Edition
So many knockers…and even more blood! This week, the Bloody Disgusting crew dives into Marcus Nispel's FRIDAY THE 13TH (2009), a brutal reboot packed with all the slasher essentials: rowdy college kids
chasing weed and wild times, creepy cabins, ominous lakes, and
yes...plenty of knockers. But looming over it all is the legendary
Jason Voorhees, hockey mask on and machete in hand, ready to carve
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#227 - We're Very Serious
We're dead serious—about fear! We’re diving into the things that genuinely creep us out! We're talking about horror movies that genuinely scare us. We’re answering your questions, breaking down what's been haunting our screens lately, and settling into the Horror Hot Seat with this week’s burning topic:
What kind of horror movies truly scares you?
And what are your top horror movies t
BONUS: Interview with Austin Snell
This week Shelby sits down with filmmaker Austin Snell, writer and director of THEY CALL HER DEATH! A throwback style splatter western! Austin shares some fun behind the scenes stories, like the time they had to appease a very specific diet to a bunch of pigs, or when they were threatened by a bull!
Grab your six shooter and tune in!
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