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Horror Films
Saw Franchise
Saw
Horror Movies
When Evil Lurks
Saw X
Jigsaw
Horror Genre
In A Violent Nature
Noroi: the Curse
John Kramer
Friday the 13th
Survivor
Y2K
Found Footage
Last Voyage Of the Demeter
The Crow
Japanese Horror
Companion
Tobin Bell

The Dead Meat Podcast is your horror safe haven. Reviews, film history, and all things that make your skin crawl.

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Dead Meat has a brand new podcast and its first episode kicked off with special guest Chelsea Rebecca! Zoran, Chelsea, and Gina dive into their relationship with the Pokemon, the most disturbing parts of mega-franchise's lore, and finally how they'd ... more

Chelsea and James and Graessle dig into Obsession (2026)for TWO AND A HALF HOURS

This episode is sponsored by A24's Backrooms, only in theaters May 29th. Get tickets now.

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Chelsea and James sit down with Curry Barker, writer and director of Obsession- out in theaters now!

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Chelsea and James revisit old episodes of the podcast- they're just not sure which ones.

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Recent Guests

Curry Barker
Writer-director of Obsession
Obsession (film)
Episode: 270: Curry Barker
Kristoffer Polaha
Director, co-producer, and star of Mimics
Indie Film Industry
Episode: 262: It's Alive (1974)
Stephen Tobolowsky
Actor known for various roles, including in Mimics
Episode: 262: It's Alive (1974)
Chris Parnell
Actor known for roles in TV, including 30 Rock
Episode: 262: It's Alive (1974)
Barbara Crampton
Iconic actress known for roles in classic horror films
Episode: 258: A Very Dead Meat Holiday LIVE (2024)
David Howard Thornton
Actor known for his role as Art the Clown in Terrifier
Episode: 258: A Very Dead Meat Holiday LIVE (2024)
Jack Quaid
Actor known for his work in television and film, guest appearance at the show
Episode: 258: A Very Dead Meat Holiday LIVE (2024)
Zoran Gvojic
Panelist and contributor to the Dead Meat channel
Dead Meat Podcast
Episode: 238: Dead Meat Horror Awards 2025 POST-MORTEM
Chauncey K. Robinson
Contributed to the panel with insights about horror films
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Episode: 238: Dead Meat Horror Awards 2025 POST-MORTEM

Hosts

Chelsea
Host of Dead Meat Podcast; specializes in horror film history, reviews, and interviewing filmmakers.
James Janisse
Co-host; contributes critique, historical context, and personality-driven banter.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 18k ratings
  • Stick to Horror

    Can we please just have one space that doesn’t get political?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AngelasDong
    United Statesa month ago
  • A million stars

    I love James and Chelsea so very much! I found them after listening to their collab with Brizzy and Tessa on fantastic geeks and I haven’t stopped listening since. This podcast is what got me into horror and I will always be so great full for it!❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pinky_pie777
    United Statesa month ago
  • Smile 2

    Chelsea and James NEED to do Smile 2!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ILOVEDEADMEAT❤️
    United Statesa month ago
  • Let the right one in

    James and Chelsea please make an episode about let the right one in, i need this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Voxtekoffical
    United States2 months ago
  • Can we please just have one space that isn’t political?

    Stick to horror.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    AngelasDong
    United States2 months ago

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Audience feedback highlights thoughtful hosting and entertaining conversations.
Loves Chelsea and James's horror knowledge and dynamic.
Appreciates deep dives, interviews, and industry context.

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254: V/H/S/Halloween (2025)
Q: What production issues did you identify in the discussion?
There is a focus on concerns over the use of AI-generated content and how it affected the quality and reception of particular segments.
254: V/H/S/Halloween (2025)
Q: What did you think of the different segments in VHS Halloween?
The hosts express a mix of enjoyment and criticism, noting some segments had strong elements while others felt repetitive or disjointed in tone.
234: Horror's Worst Friend
Q: What are your thoughts on Juno from The Descent?
She is up there as one of the worst horror friends ever for putting her friends in danger.
234: Horror's Worst Friend
Q: What do you think of this year's bracket?
It was really hard to put together because there are a lot of shitty friends in horror.
234: Horror's Worst Friend
Q: What are we doing this year?
This year, we are doing the long-awaited, much-requested Horror's Worst Friends bracket.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dead Meat Podcast

What is Dead Meat Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on horror film reviews, film history, and genre analysis, often blending deep dives into cinema craft with playful banter and crowd-pleasing formats. Episodes frequently feature interviews with filmmakers and actors, festival coverage, sponsor reads, and fan-focused segments that explore behind-the-scenes stories, industry dynamics, and historical context. A notable strength is the hosts' ability to balance rigorous research with accessible, entertaining conversation, making it appealing to serious horror fans and casual listeners alike.

A standout trait is the consistent incorporation of archival clips, live reads, and context-rich discussions that connect classic horror with contemporary releases. The mix of interviews, ... more

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