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Dark Night of the Podcast

Troy Escamilla, Roger Conners
Horror Genre
Slasher Films
Survival Horror
Halloween
Houston Horror Film Festival
1980s Horror Films
Cruising
Psycho Franchise
The Burning
Offerings
The Dorm That Dripped Blood
Splatter University
Frozen
Shredder
Madman Marz
Stephen King
Norman Bates
Terror Train
30 Days Of Night
Barrow, Alaska

Avid horror fans and filmmakers (and noted homosexuals) Troy Escamilla and Roger "The Scream Queer" Conners have many opinions on film. Tune in weekly to hear these two discuss and dissect some of the horror genre's most iconic, overlooked, and often underrated films.

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Latest Episodes

After a few months away, Troy and Roger are finally back with a movie that is somehow the perfect way to return: Nurse 3D (2013). The guys dive into this gloriously over the top horror flick, where Paz de la Huerta turns up the camp, the kills get in... more

Troy and Roger brave the hurricane party from Bodies Bodies Bodies (2022), where the drinks are flowing, the friendships are hanging by a thread, and absolutely nobody seems equipped to handle a crisis. The guys dig into the film's mix of horror and ... more

Troy and Roger wade into the murky waters of Humanoids from the Deep (1980), a film that’s equal parts goofy creature feature and deeply uncomfortable exploitation cinema. They break down the movie’s Jaws-by-way-of-rubber-monsters setup, the wildly i... more

This week, Troy and Roger head back to Crippen High for Return to Horror High (1987), a slasher that somehow manages to be clever, confusing, and completely ridiculous all at the same time. The guys dive into the film's meta-horror antics, its ever-g... more

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Recent Guests

Bret Laurie
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Episode: Episode 154 – Luther the Geek (1989) with Bret Laurie
Sean Abley
Writer, journalist, and theater creator with a focus on horror and LGBTQ themes.
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Episode: Episode 142 – Cruising (1980) with Sean Abley

Hosts

Troy Escamilla
Host of Dark Night of the Podcast; horror enthusiast and filmmaker; long-running presence in the show.
Roger Conners
Co-host; horror film enthusiast with a sharp, humorous perspective; long-standing team with Troy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 118 ratings
  • Love you guys!

    I’ve been listening for a while now and I just love your chemistry and how funny you guys are. I’ve been relistening to a lot of your episodes because I just love your commentary. Would love for you guys to do some j horror.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiumefenice
    United States4 months ago
  • Meh…

    Just kidding! Listening to Dark Knight of the Podcast feels like willingly walking into a haunted house… knowing Troy and Roger are waiting in the shadows to absolutely wreck your ear holes in the best way possible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mannym716
    United States7 months ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Funny, Cozy, you guys are super chilled. Five stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunflowermewithluv
    United Statesa year ago
  • Obsessed!!!

    I have become such a huge fan of your show and listen to you every day now! The giggles are the best! I also love how you have given me a new love for campy 80s horror films! Keep it up you guys are incredible!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jenn Jenks
    United Statesa year ago
  • New road trip horror friends

    Surprised and delighted to hear my friends Brandon and Roman on past episodes! 🖤 Really enjoying the conversations about some of my of my favorite horror movies. Thanks for keeping this single cat lady company 😸

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hollie GoFrightly
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans highlight the queer perspective as a standout, refreshing angle.
Audiences appreciate balanced critique with humor, often noting guests and varied film selections.
Listeners praise energetic, insightful banter and deep genre knowledge.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 163 – The Burning (1981)
Q: What do you remember most vividly about the movie?
The gore effects, particularly the raft scene with the hedge clippers, are memorable and set a precedent for shocking kills in slashers.
Houston Horror Film Fest 2024: "Pet Sematary" 35th Anniversary Reunion Panel
Q: How was it to work with children and animals at the same time?
Unbelievable. I'll never do it again. Everything they say is true.
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Q: How did you feel about working with Fred Gwynn?
I just learned from Fred as we were going along because he's just so good as an actor. We got very close and he became a dear friend.
Episode 158 – Clue (1985)
Q: Which ending do you think was the best or which one did you prefer?
I prefer the third ending as well because it makes the most sense and everyone gets their moment.

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What is Dark Night of the Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two horror-obsessed hosts (a gay duo) dissect a wide range of films from 80s slashers to modern indie horrors, blending sharp analysis with witty banter. Episodes center on tone, character dynamics, social context, production choices, and how marketing or legacy influences a film's reception. They frequently discuss representation, camp, and genre boundaries, often bringing in personal anecdotes, guest perspectives, and industry insight to illuminate why a title matters beyond pure scares. A standout thread is their ability to balance rigorous critique with entertaining, personality-forward storytelling, making conversations feel like a lively, informed group watch with a queer lens.

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