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Dads From the Crypt: Not Your Father's Horror Podcast

Dads From the Crypt
Tales From the Crypt
Creepshow
Horror
Horror Films
Horror Genre
Demon Knight
Twilight Zone
Practical Effects
Horror Movies
Black Mirror
Sleepaway Camp
EC Comics
Society
Stephen King
Day Of the Dead
Creepshow 2
Chattanooga Film Festival
Frankenstein
28 Days Later
Jaws

Hello kiddies! We delve into the dark world of horror anthology TV and film, exploring such chilling tales as Tales From the Crypt, The Twilight Zone, Creepshow, and Black Mirror. Missing an episode would be a GRAVE mistake.

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The Dads From The Crypt are back with a double dose of reviews! This time, we’re sinking our teeth into the Tim Curry starting Tales From The Crypt classic “Death of Some Salesmen” and newly released cosmic horror infomercial “Buffet Infinity” with s... more

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The Crypt doors are open—and this time, we’ve got company!Dads From the Crypt welcomes Whitney from the Oh My Horror Movie Challenge to help us dive into “House of Horror,” (directed by Bob Gale and starring Kevin Dillion/Wil Wheaton) another twisted... more

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The Dads From The Crypt are back, and this time we're heading to college for one of the most gloriously fun horror movies of the 1980s: Night of the Creeps!

In this episode, we break down Fred Dekker's 1986 cult classic, where alien slugs, reanimate... more

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The Dads are joined by Rachel (Zombie Grrlz/Bloody Good Horror), Allison (Who's There) and Joe (Films at First Sight) to discuss everything they saw at this year's Chattanooga Film Festival!!!!

Check it out wherever you get your podcasts!

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Recent Guests

Fred Dekker
Director of Monster Squad
Monster Squad (Director)
Episode: Night of the Creeps Review — Slugs, Zombies & 80s Horror Perfection!
Allison Broder
Allison Broder from the Who's There Podcast
Who's There Podcast
Episode: Chattanooga Film Festival 2026 Recap!!!
Rachel Shadow
Rachel Shadow from Bloody Good Horror and Zombie Grrlz
Bloody Good Horror
Episode: Chattanooga Film Festival 2026 Recap!!!
Brian VanHooker
Writer of Polygon and host of the Turtle Tracks Podcast
Turtle Tracks Podcast
Episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Movie Review: Pure 90s Nostalgia! (Ft. Turtle Tracks Podcast)
Sherry Rose
Star of Only Skin Deep
Actor
Episode: LIVE SCREAM: Tales From the Crypt Season 6
Todd Masters
Special effects artist
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Episode: LIVE SCREAM: Tales From the Crypt Season 6
Gil Adler
Producer
Dads From the Crypt / Production
Episode: LIVE SCREAM: Tales From the Crypt Season 6
Al Katz
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Dads From the Crypt
Episode: LIVE SCREAM: Tales From the Crypt Season 6
Anastasia Washington
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Jason
Host of the show, frequently introduces episodes and participates in discussions across seasons.
Jody
Co-host who guides discussion and contributes analysis and personal anecdotes.
Mondo Alas
Co-host, shares personal anecdotes and genre analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 101 ratings
  • Tales from the crypt

    The review is simply disappointing. Especially when you’re talking about insight on the actors more than the actual episode. Thankfully, there is a pause you can press to move along to the next podcast 🥱.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Fiesta_Fiesta
    United States2 months ago
  • Lovable

    Such an easily lovable podcast by a few lovable guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beast of Valley Rd
    United States2 years ago
  • Let’s Hear It For The Dads!

    Great show, great bunch of Dads, and one of the greatest anthology shows of all time. What more could you aske for?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snarkyjohnny
    United States2 years ago
  • N/A nothing to tell. Mostly Agreeable! Let’s go next episode. I’d watch over and over.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States3 years ago
  • Review

    N/A nothing to tell. Mostly Agreeable! Let’s go next episode. I’d watch over and over.

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    5
    Anonymous User
    United States3 years ago

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Many appreciate deep dives into classic horror and festival culture.
Some reviews note a polarized debate style or strong opinions, but overall sentiment is favorable.
Listeners praise chemistry and interviews with a roster of genre guests.

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#21
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#204
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#223
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#230
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) Movie Review: Pure 90s Nostalgia! (Ft. Turtle Tracks Podcast)
Q: Brian, where can people follow you and your Turtle Tracks Podcast?
Brian says Turtle Tracks Podcast is available on Instagram, SoundCloud, YouTube (slowly), and Apple Podcasts, with interviews featuring Kevin Eastman, Steve Barron, and others from Turtle history.
LIVE SCREAM: Tales From the Crypt Season 2 w/ Rob Draper, Mathew Torres & Kristen Lopez
Q: Do you guys get to film the Crypt Keeper for your episode, or is there a cinematographer for that separate from your team?
Rob explains that the wraparounds used to be shot by the show's crew with a focus on the Crypt Keeper and that the primary photography for the episodes involved collaboration with the on-set team, including the puppeteering and creature effects, while the Crypt Keeper segments could be shot with dedicated wraparounds.
Aliens Expanded Interview w/ Ian Nathan | Alien Day Exclusive (Behind the Scenes of Aliens)
Q: What were your biggest challenges in making this documentary?
The biggest challenge was convincing talent to participate and coordinating schedules across busy projects, which influenced access and how deeply we could explore certain sequences.
Steven Weber Talks Horror: Tales from the Crypt, The Shining, Mel Brook's Dracula, Masters of Horror
Q: How did you approach Mel Brooks' Dracula and the collaborative atmosphere on that set?
Brooks created a playful yet demanding environment; actors were encouraged to bring their energy to the performance while the crew managed complex effects, with strong supportive direction from the team like Howard Berger and Carrie Ann Fleming's standout performance.
Steven Weber Talks Horror: Tales from the Crypt, The Shining, Mel Brook's Dracula, Masters of Horror
Q: What was it like working with Stephen King on The Shining adaptation?
King was very present and involved, but never imposed directions; Mick Garris handled the direction, and King's involvement added depth to the adaptation while allowing the actors to explore their own interpretation.

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A candid horror-focused show that dives into Tales From the Crypt and other anthology-era favorites through lively hosts who mix deep analysis with personal anecdotes. Episodes often feature conversations about classic and contemporary horror media, festival coverage, and behind-the-scenes perspectives from creators, actors, and industry pros. The format blends nerdy breakdowns with accessible humor, making it appealing to listeners who want both critical context and fan-level enthusiasm. A standout trait is the trio's chemistry and willingness to mix serious critique with dad-friendly banter, interspersed with guest interviews that broaden the discussion beyond the series being covered.

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Fred Dekker
2. Allison Broder
3. Rachel Shadow
4. Brian VanHooker
5. Sherry Rose
6. Todd Masters
7. Gil Adler
8. Al Katz

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