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Dark Discussions Podcast

Dark Discussions Podcast
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Stephen King
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A Knight Of the Seven Kingdoms
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Dark Discussions, your place for the discussion of horror films, fiction, and all that's fantastic.

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Latest Episodes

For reasons completely lost somewhere in the foggy, cobweb-covered corridors of this reviewer’s mind, Eli Roth has become a rather divisive figure among horror and genre fans. Some eagerly line up for whatever deliciously demented nightmare he has co... more

We take a different approach to the podcast today with some genre news. Instead of reviewing a film or book, we instead go through some of the news of the past year and discuss in detail some of the most interesting things we’ve heard. We talk about ... more

When the conversation turns to the titans of horror, Stephen King inevitably rises to the top — a storyteller whose shadow has stretched across six decades, ever since his first published tale hit the world in 1967. Among the curiosities of his early... more

When the wild turns on you, instinct is all you’ve got. Sharks, chimps, gators, lions — and now bears step into the spotlight. Grizzly Night, the new survival thriller that clawed its way onto VOD on January 30th, 2026, brings that primal fear front ... more

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Recent Guests

Daniel Lench
Professional actor and recurring guest co-host
Episode: Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 692 – TOGETHER (2025)
Chas Hawkins
Director of the episode
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Daniel Lynch
Professional actor and semi-regular host
Episode: Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 672 - MICKEY 17 (2025)
Mike Furhman
Filmmaker and director of Candlewood
Candlewood Film
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Dan Lench
Actor known for his role in 'Maxxxine'
'Maxxxine'
Episode: Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 631 - MAXXXINE (2024)

Hosts

Philip
Longtime host with multiple aliases across episodes; central moderator and topic setter; handles episode introductions and framing.
Mike
Co-host, provides analysis, reactions, and critique; a consistent voice across episodes.
Barrett
Co-host with strong opinions and background information; contributes critique and context.
Sean
Co-host offering perspectives on production, casting, and episode analysis.
Kevin
Co-host adding observations and audience-oriented takes; active in discussions.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • No Phil on House of Dragons please!

    I like the podcast but Phil should not speak on the House of Dragons show recaps! He absolutely does not understand anything about the story, the characters and the subtleties of the right and wrong. It’s frustrating to listen to the others try to explain this all to him as if to a five year old.

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    Owyhee775
    United States2 years ago
  • Terribleifier

    Phil is dumb. Very. Barret is dumber. Very. Mike and Eric are actually entertaining and bring actual thought to there “critiques and dissections “. This is an edit to a previous review to which I was personally called out on show. Never heard of content creator actually doing that before but I guess I was right on the type of low life Phil is. By the way Mr Snooze I’m from NY and though I hate your reviews of horror, I do love Mystic Pizza Perron. Leave it alone loser. Hope Eric and Mike get own... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    plugger603
    United States3 years ago
  • I tried….

    I tend to fast forward the first 15-20 minutes due to the endless self and cross promotion. But then there’s the 15 min of going around the room asking each person how you heard about the movie - Ugggg…. How bout you just give your thoughts on the movie ?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    P@rick From Southie
    United States4 years ago
  • Terribleifier

    This is the worst podcast on the net. That they claim to have 500 episodes is a farce. The lead host Phil will tell to go to site for old eps but only 100 are real the rest I believe are phony. Phil gives a whole scripts worth of terrible sayings like they “not only review but critique movies”. Yup a real Einstein here folks. He also tells what country and religion workers on the film are. Sound like he’s not a fan of non white catholic folk so beware. Then ya got Webster. Folks on the MPD shoul... more

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    plugger603
    United States4 years ago
  • Dark Discussions is Podcast Magic

    Hi, I stumbled upon this podcast back in May 2013 and have become a devoted fan by how versatile and enjoyable it is!!

    My favourite episode is 76 with Kristi Petersen-Schoonover about the Chernobyl Diaries. I loved the dicussion on the movie but also the Cold War and threat of mutually assured destruction. All of which I grew up as a child of the 80’s.

    I have loved their shows on vampires, zombies and was so pleasantly suprised with how awesome their Christopher Nolan retrospective was. From ... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    CountFox27
    Canada7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Hosts have strong chemistry and challenging debates that keep episodes engaging.
Listener feedback often highlights the variety of topics and guests as a strength.
Shows deep genre knowledge and thoughtful analysis that goes beyond surface-level reviews.

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The Hedge Knight – A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms Aftershow – s01e04 – Seven
Q: How did Duncan become a squire?
His motivation lies in his desire to prove himself honorable and rise above his humble origins.
Halloween Boutique Psychotronic Reviews – Volume 066 - CANDLEWOOD (2025)
Q: What was the timeline for the second film?
We are still working on the script and hope to target filming sometime next year, with potential urban legends from New Milford as a thematic focus. It may not function as a direct sequel, but rather expand on the universe.
Halloween Boutique Psychotronic Reviews – Volume 066 - CANDLEWOOD (2025)
Q: What was your favorite scene that you directed in this film?
The opening scene of the film was really fun to make because it featured a familiar actor, and it involved a lot of creative challenges which ultimately resulted in beautiful on-screen visuals.
Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 603 - Eli Roth's THANKSGIVING (2023)
Q: Was the film effective as a slasher?
Audience members found the film effective due to its creative kills and engaging plot, making it enjoyable overall.
Dark Discussions Podcast – Episode 603 - Eli Roth's THANKSGIVING (2023)
Q: Do you think the film captured the essence of Thanksgiving?
It was debated whether the film truly captured the holiday spirit, with some thinking it was more of a backdrop than a central element.

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A roundtable-style series focused on horror films, genre cinema, and related media, known for deep-dive analysis, thoughtful critique, and lively banter among friends. Episodes cover recent releases, retrospectives, and adaptations across horror, sci-fi, and fantasy, with frequent detours into production choices, marketing, and fan expectations. The show often features strong opinions, detailed filmmaker and craft critique, and a mix of spoiler sections with non-spoiler context. Noteworthy is the balance between rigorous analysis and accessible conversation, plus occasional guests and cross-podcasting tie-ins that broaden the discussion beyond a single title.

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4. Mike Furhman
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