Archives: Episodes

Ep. 222 – Halloween III: Season of the Witch (1982) Review – Where is Michael Myers?
Alyse and Kristen dissect Halloween III: Season of the Witch and its reputation as one of the craziest installments in horror history. They hold nothing back, discussing everything from the baffling plot holes and the confusing chemistry of the leads, to the elephant in the room: Where is Michael Myers? Prepare for some strong opinions…

Ep. 221 – 31 Days of Dread Part 1: Our October Movie Marathon + Paranormal Cirque Review
31 Nights of Horror begins! Paul and Alyse kick off their annual tradition of watching a horror movie every day in October. Hear their list of the first 15 films, along with their thoughts on them. They also discuss their night out at Paranormal Cirque, the horror-themed circus touring the country. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 220 – Trick ‘r Treat (2007) Review: Why This Halloween Anthology Is a Holiday Staple
Break the rules, pay the price! Alyse and Kristen dive into the cult classic Halloween anthology, “Trick ‘r Treat” (2007). They break down each chilling segment, discussing what makes this holiday horror staple stand out from other anthology films. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 219 – Guatemalan Folk Horror 2: Terrifying Animal Tales from Central America
Anthony is back with more terrifying tales from his native Guatemala! This time, all the stories revolve around a single, chilling theme: animals. Anthony IG: @anteros Music: https://www.purple-planet.com https://dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 218 – The Lost Boys (1987) Review: Vampires, Saxophones, and 80s Nostalgia
This week, Alyse and Kristen bite into the 1987 cult classic, The Lost Boys. From sun-drenched summer vibes to a legendary soundtrack, grandpa’s hilarious antics, and the immortal sexy saxophone player, they’re covering it all. Don’t miss this one! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com www.dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 217 – Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Review – A chaotic Sequel Deep Dive
Get ready for a dose of chaotic comedy! This week, Alyse and guest Jon David return to the world of Joe Dante to talk about Gremlins 2: The New Batch. They’ll discuss the wild and often bizarre new creatures and explore how this sequel’s tone and style mark a radical departure from the dark suburban…

Ep. 216 – Frankenstein (1931) Review: Boris Karloff’s Iconic Performance Revisited
It’s Alive! Alyse and Mark Henderson go back to basics with 1931’s Frankenstein. They dissect Boris Karloff’s iconic performance, the film’s groundbreaking special effects, and debate if the Monster truly stood a chance. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com https://dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 215 – Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) Review: Leatherface, Sally, and the Final Girl
Get ready for some classic horror! Alyse welcomes back guest Brad to dissect Tobe Hooper’s 1974 masterpiece, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. They’ll chat about the unique portrayal by Gunnar Hansen, the enduring strength of final girl Sally and of course the iconic Leatherface dance scene. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com https://dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 214 – Death Becomes Her (1992) Review: The Cult Classic Comedy Horror Gem
Friends until the brittle end! Dive into the delightfully dark world of Death Becomes Her. This cult classic brilliantly blends a stellar cast with irresistible B-movie charm, delivering comedic wit and sharp dialogue throughout. Join Alyse and Celeste a.k.a. Roomie as they unravel the hilarious immortality of this 1992 gem! Music: https://www.purple-planet.com https://dreadfuldialogue.com IG: @dreadfuldialoguepodcast

Ep. 213 – Death Proof (2007) Review: How Tarantino Subverted the Slasher Genre
Returning guest Anthony teams up with host Alyse to unpack Quentin Tarantino’s 2007 cult classic, Death Proof. They’ll swerve into how this film masterfully subverts the slasher genre, turning the tables on its villain as the hunter becomes the hunted. Expect a deep dive into its unique premise, a menacing killer car, and some of…
