I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE (1978)

For this bonus episode Mike sat down with entertainment lawyer Joshua Listine to discuss some of the finer points on what goes in contract negotiations. Joshua has worked behind the scenes on a number of projects including the recent Shudder film BREEDER. We discussed how creatives can protect themselves when it comes to getting their movies made, what major studios are looking for when considering projects, the encroaching role of AI and why there are so many damn producer credits and logos before every single indie movie we see nowadays. This is something a little different from our typical episode, and we hope you enjoy it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Ariel and two amazing guests, Vannah Taylor and Kim Morrison, delve into the 1978 historic classic that is I Spit on Your Grave. They discuss the complex character that is Jennifer, the balance of the attack and revenge scenes, and if the villains got what they deserved. Content warning for descriptions of the assault in the film. Find more of Kim's work! Kim's socials: @wickedsister69 Kim's blog: https://littleredhorror.wordpress.com/ Kim's I Spit on Your Grave article Find more of Vannah's work! Vannah's socials: Twitter and Instrgram @sirendeathcult Vannah's blog: https://sirendeathcult.com/ Vannah's podcast: Rotten FM More writing and video essays on her LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sirendeathcult Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the next franchise, we're unlocking Ariel's dive into one of the more controversial franchises we've discussed, the I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE FRANCHISE, which we've unlocked from our patreon page.  In this episode, to kick off our I Spit on Your Grave franchise coverage, Ariel and subgenre expert Vannah Taylor and Ariel discuss Rape Revenge as a whole. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of the subgenre, what constitutes a Rape Revenge film, and why these films evoke such strong reactions from audiences. They also set the tone for the series, and include a few points to keep in mind as we delve into the films coming up. Find more of Vannah Taylor's work! Vannah's socials: Twitter and Instrgram @sirendeathcult Vannah's blog: https://sirendeathcult.com/ Vannah's podcast: Rotten FM More writing and video essays on her LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sirendeathcult Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Halloween listeners. Nothing screams our favorite autumnal holiday like summer camp.  Mike is joined by a very special guest, show cofounder Jerry Smith, as the pair reunite to talk all thing Crystal Lake, the hit new Friday the 13th prequel series, now streaming on Peacock. We discuss the warm relationship between Linda Cardellini's Pamela Voorhees & young Jason, along with the fantastic ensemble including Crazy Ralph, and the long asked for introduction of Jason's father Elias. This is a fun one friends! If you like what you hear, make sure to rate review and subscribe to us today. Join our patreon for exclusive bonus shows and content.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time to put on our finest tuxedos and gowns and prepare our acceptance speeches. Devaughn leads the crew in looking back at the horror movies that should have been nominated at the Academy Awards. While the Oscars have never been particularly kind to the horror genre (recent wins from Sinners & Weapons notwithstanding) there have been plenty of genre films more than worthy of awards love and respect. We go through the major categories (performer, director, best picture, score) along with a slew of other worthy categories with our picks. Like what you hear? Make sure you rate, review, & subscribe to us everywhere you get your podcasts? Want to hear more of us? Join our exclusive patreon page today for bonus shows and content. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week we wrap up Insidious with our rankings of the six (to date) entries. Will Mike & Nichole's anti Patrick Wilson bias shine through, or will Ariel's enthusiasm for tapioca in human form offset us? Plus, more talk about dogs in trench coats, where the series should head next, and debate on whether Mike could take Wilson (or anyone else) in fisticuffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So nice we recorded it twice. This week on the show Mike and Nichole talk about the latest chapter in the Insidious saga, Out of the Further. With the story of the Lamberts now behind us, a new beginning focuses on a single mother trying to put childhood trauma in the rearview mirror while protecting her daughter from a cult leader trapped in the Further, looking for a way back into the real world. Plus, what did a Doritos' commercial featuring dogs in a trench coat have to do with this one getting made? What does Ben Affleck think about dogs in trench coats? What sort of dating advice can we offer someone whose partner can astral project? If you needed answers to these questions, you've come to the right place!  Like what we do? Make sure to rate, review and subscribe to us everywhere you get your podcasts. LOVE what we do? Become a patron for as little as two bucks and get access to over 100 hours and growing of our exclusive supporter library. Click here! We won't bite! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hello listeners, it's Halloween season which means we've got some great bonus material for you. For our comic book fans looking for something scary to read, with fantastic visuals, the new graphic novel WOODSTAKE, from SHP Comics, might be right up your alley. This period piece reimagines the classic vampire story, the charged political and social upheavals of the late 60s, set in the heart of 1969's Woodstock music festival. Peace, love, and bloodsuckers for all. Mike sat down with an interview with Shawn Hainsworth, writer & creator, to discuss the music of the time, the conflicts beyond man vs the undead, and why vampires persist as such a great monster. Purchase WOODSTAKE here Support our show by becoming a Patreon subscriber today Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Back by popular demand, it's the 2026 Horror Movie Marathon episode. Mike, Devaughn, Brian, Stephen, & Nichole have each been tasked to program four movies around a specific theme, or sub-genre. From trekking through the fog shrouded forests of Twin Peaks, crisis's of identity, slam dancing with punk-inspired horror, getting hot & heavy with erotic horror or going back to class with Genre 101, we've got twenty fantastic, off the beaten path picks for your viewing pleasure. Please take a moment to rate and review us on the Apple Podcast app, or rate us on the Spotify app. Reviews and five star ratings help new listeners find us every day, and we greatly appreciate the feedback and support.  Patreon members get exclusive full length episodes, for as little as $2 at patreon.com/podandthependulum.  Check out our website for easy access to our full catalog of shows, with hundreds of hours of free content. You can search the catalog, leave a review and even leave us feedback all from the site. Go to www.podandthependulum.com to check it out.  Follow us- WEBSITE BLUESKY INSTAGRAM Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We wrap up the story of the Lamberts with this week's deep dive into the Further. It's time for INSIDIOUS THE RED DOOR, the fifth film in Blumhouse Studio's supernatural franchise. Patrick Wilson steps behind the director's chair for the first (and only) time in his career. The Red Door explores generational and suppressed trauma while not getting too dour, and new to the franchise Sinclair Damiel brings some levity to the film despite the writing not giving her a hell of a lot to do as Dalton's college roomie Chris. We lament the great Rose Byrne getting sidelined once again, but overall, Insidious remains one of the more consistent franchises we've covered to date. Please take a moment to rate and review us on the Apple Podcast app, or rate us on the Spotify app. Reviews and five star ratings help new listeners find us every day, and we greatly appreciate the feedback and support.  Patreon members get exclusive full length episodes, for as little as $2 at patreon.com/podandthependulum.  Check out our website for easy access to our full catalog of shows, with hundreds of hours of free content. You can search the catalog, leave a review and even leave us feedback all from the site. Go to www.podandthependulum.com to check it out.  Follow us- WEBSITE BLUESKY INSTAGRAM Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.