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Final Girls
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Final Girls is a dynamic podcast that dives deep into the world of horror by examining one iconic final girl per episode. Co-hosted by Kellie and Sarah — both UC Davis alumni with strong academic backgrounds — each installment dissects the tropes, triumphs, and challenges of these resilient characters. Drawing from Kellie’s expertise in Human-Computer Interaction and Film, and Sarah’s insights fro... more

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It's finally October! Kellie is serving up a horror buffet straight from Shudder’s vault. In this minisode, she counts down 31 Shudder Originals from the past decade, one for every night of the spookiest month of the year. Consider this your guide to... more

In our inaugural Final Cats minisode, our claws are out for one of horror’s most beloved survivors: Jonesy, the orange tabby who prowls the Nostromo in Alien. While Ripley faces down the perfect organism, Jonesy earns his own place in Final Cat histo... more

Scream Things, prepare to sharpen your knives and grab your flashlights, because Final Girls is gearing up for Season Two just in time for spooky season! We're taking a few weeks to enjoy our favorite time of year with friends and family (and, of cou... more

This week, we’re heading to Isla Nublar to celebrate one of the most iconic women in sci-fi horror: Dr. Ellie Sattler. Played by Laura Dern, Ellie is more than just a paleobotanist, she’s a feminist force who critiques patriarchal hubris, outruns vel... more

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Recent Guests

Zoë Bell
Stunt woman and actress known for her role in Death Proof and as Uma Thurman's body double in Kill Bill
Episode: Grindhouse Double Feature: Abernathy, Zoë, and Kim from Death Proof
Tracy Toms
Actress playing Kim in Death Proof
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Rosario Dawson
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Hosts

Kellie
Co-host and film major obsessed with the art of horror, offering sharp analysis and passionate discourse.
Sarah
Co-host and pop culture writer with a killer instinct for subtext, providing insightful commentary on film and culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Scream Things!

    Such fun romps through my fave horror films paired with super smart analysis. Love to listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ameliahruby
    United States2 months ago
  • Proud to be a scream thing💕

    Love this podcast, a weekly must listen! I can always count on the final girls podcast for a fun and entertaining take on both new movies and some of my all time favorites! Proud to be a scream thing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Just Dane
    United States3 months ago
  • Great find

    Completely stumbled on this show and I’m really glad I did. Hosts are entertaining and informative and bring a new angle to films I’ve heard about a hundred times already.

    Definitely worth a follow

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan Brownlie
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Specific, but excellent

    I found the Final Girls podcast during my most recent horror obsessive moods, and have made it through about a third of the current content. Kellie and Sarah delve into a series of horror movies, with a focus specifically on the female protagonists. They delve into the deeper aspects and implications of each of their final girls actions and reactions, their environments, and the killers that help define them. The podcast has excellent sound quality, is well edited and easy to listen to. Sarah an... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Barghest7
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome Podcast

    I have had a lot of fun listening to this podcast. The hosts are fun and dynamic. Time flies as I listen to them talk about awesome Final Girls. Can’t wait to see what comes next!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InvictusSoul29
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners admire the engaging and dynamic discussions surrounding their favorite horror films, often praising the insightful and intelligent analysis provided by the hosts.
There are numerous compliments regarding the quality of content, sound, and editing—listeners feel that the production adds to their overall enjoyment.
Reviewers appreciate the blend of humor and passion that Kellie and Sarah bring to their subjects, making complex themes in horror accessible and enjoyable.
The hosts' chemistry and knowledge of horror tropes make for entertaining and relatable listening, with many expressing that this podcast has become a staple in their playlists.

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Q: What did you think of Maxine as a character?
The hosts note that while she is a product of her ambitions, Maxine's ruthlessness makes her hard to root for at times.
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Q: What were your overall impressions of MaXXine?
Kellie expresses mixed feelings about the film's period setting but appreciates its gritty portrayal of 80s Hollywood.

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What is Final Girls about and what kind of topics does it cover?

An engaging platform that intricately explores the complex world of horror films, focusing particularly on the phenomenon of "final girls"—the resilient female characters who survive terrifying ordeals. Co-hosted by two knowledgeable aficionados, the discussions extend beyond mere reviews, offering an insightful analysis of narrative structures, character arcs, and the cultural implications associated with these characters. Each episode is centered around an iconic final girl, providing a deep dive into her unique journey while scrutinizing the societal and genre-specific tropes in horror cinema. With a mix of humor, academic insight, and personal anecdotes, this podcast offers a refreshing take on horror, making it appealing not only to ge... more

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Final Girls launched 9 months ago and published 41 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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