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Horror Movie Survival Guide

Julia Marchese and Teri Gamble
Horror Movies
Lesbian Vampires
Sequence Break
The House Of the Devil
Horror Films
Vampyres
1980s Horror
The Cell
Ghosts
Satanic Cults
Satanic Panic
Super Hot
Tales Of Poe
Existentialism
The Jessica Cabin
Dracula
LGBTQ+ Representation
Cthulhu
Polybius
All That We Destroy

Horror Movie Survival Guide is a weekly podcast where two long time chums (and unlikely gorehounds) watch and talk about horror films from a survival point of view. We ask the question - how can *we* end up as the final girl? Join Julia Marchese and Teri Gamble as we take a deep dive into everything from OG horror to newly released films (but preferably classics on VHS). We'll talk about obscure d... more

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Latest Episodes

Blood Quantum - "Don't Get Bit"

This week we dig into an Indigenous Horror feast BLOOD QUANTUM (2019), written and directed by the late Jeff Barnaby. As Biters multiply, a group of Indigenous folks on the Red Crow reserve appear to immune. Tensions ... more

I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House - "This is How You Rot"

This week we continue our Osgood Perkins appreciation party to celebrate his new film KEEPER arriving this month. This week we discuss another one of his early films - I AM THE PR... more

HMSG Interview Lotfy Nathan - “The Carpenter’s Son”

We got to chat with LOTFY NATHAN, the director of the new film THE CARPENTER’S SON (2025). This film features a stellar cast lead by Nic Cage and FKA Twigs!

We hope you enjoy our conversation and ... more

The Blackcoat's Daughter - "You Smell Pretty"

We are finally covering some of Osgood Perkins early work in celebration of his new film KEEPER coming out this month! This week we feel a chill in the air as we get into THE BLACKCOAT’S DAUGHTER (2015).... more

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Recent Guests

Lotfy Nathan
British American writer and director known for his films including "12 O'Clock Boys" and "The Carpenter's Son"
Independent filmmaker
Episode: HMSG Interview Lotfy Nathan Director of “The Carpenter’s Son”
Sarah Nicklin
An American actress and producer known for her work in independent genre cinema.
VHS Halloween and other independent films
Episode: HMSG Interview Sarah Nicklin from V/H/S HALLOWEEN - "The Monster Squad"
Eddie Marsan
Actor known for his versatile performances
Episode: HMSG Interviews Director, Barnaby Roper & Actor, Eddie Marsan - "All the Devils Are Here"
Barnaby Roper
Director of 'All the Devils Are Here'
Episode: HMSG Interviews Director, Barnaby Roper & Actor, Eddie Marsan - "All the Devils Are Here"
Bryn Chainey
Writer and director of Rabbit Trap
Episode: HMSG Interview Bryn Chainey - "Rabbit Trap"
Kris Collins
Canadian content creator, actor, and director, known online as KallMeKris.
Otto (fashion and jewelry brand)
Episode: Interview with Kris Collins, Celina Myers, & Jay Mayer - "House on Eden"
Celina Myers
Bestselling author and YouTuber, known online as CelinaSpookyBoo.
BeautyXBoo (makeup brand)
Episode: Interview with Kris Collins, Celina Myers, & Jay Mayer - "House on Eden"
Jay Mayer
Emmy Award-winning editor and filmmaker.
Episode: Interview with Kris Collins, Celina Myers, & Jay Mayer - "House on Eden"
Adam Cesare
Author of the Clown in a Cornfield series and other horror novels
Episode: HMSG Interview Adam Cesare - "Clown in a Cornfield"

Hosts

Julia Marchese
Co-host discussing horror films with a focus on survival strategies and character exploration.
Teri Gamble
Co-host engaging with horror narratives from a critical and often humorous perspective.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 192 ratings
  • Fun, light, podcast

    Enjoyed the length of the episodes. Love getting the higlights of many films. I always have a list of movies to watch after listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emaistr
    United States5 months ago
  • Twenty episodes in

    Twenty episodes in, enjoying the length of the podcast. The hosts clearly enjoy the subject matter which makes this old gore hound happy. They have covered a good range of films and the upcoming episodes look to cover even more.

    I remember clearing horror shelves at my local video store and keeping records myself. So, listen they are having a bunch of fun and you can join in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Disposableidiot
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent and fun

    Like listening to your friends chatting about horror, and they go through the plots which I love. Relaxing listening too for bedtime for horror fans :) like getting a story read for you! These girls are fun and clever and have inside scoops on film stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miss Pod!
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Glad I found it!

    The Mayfair sent me here and I’m so glad they did! Love that I have 194 more episodes to love down new ones on the way. Great hosts . . . fun, funny and knowledgeable. @SpookyOttawa

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mattMRP
    Canada5 years ago
  • 5 stars

    Horror movie fanboy on Twitter here praising this fun horror movie podcast. I love this idea of going back through all the movies y’all watched in college. Great podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crazystarwarsfanboy
    United States5 years ago

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Some reviews mention inconsistencies with host speech patterns that can be distracting during episodes.
The hosts provide a fun and engaging look at horror films, combining humor with insightful analysis.
The podcast is praised for its focus on female empowerment in horror and thoughtful discussions on character dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the chemistry between the hosts and their deep dives into both popular and obscure horror movies.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#137
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#196
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#49
Israel/Arts/Visual Arts

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HMSG Interview Lotfy Nathan Director of “The Carpenter’s Son”
Q: Can you share any advice for people coming into the industry?
Be the most excited about your film, be ready to champion it for a long time, and endure the challenges you may face.
HMSG Interview Lotfy Nathan Director of “The Carpenter’s Son”
Q: What was it like to assemble your cast?
Nathan reflects on how each actor brought a unique quality to their role and the collaborative nature of working, especially with talented artists like FKA Twigs.
HMSG Interview Lotfy Nathan Director of “The Carpenter’s Son”
Q: What makes you fall in love with horror or why choose the genre for this story?
Nathan discusses the inherent scariness in biblical stories and how that inspired him to select horror as the genre for his film.
HMSG Interview Becky D'Anna & Jon Laubinger - "Presence"
Q: How did your love of film evolve into working in the industry?
Jon shares how his quest for a new hobby after getting sober led him to podcasting and discovering his passion for discussing films, particularly through his collaborations with Becky.
Interview with Kris Collins, Celina Myers, & Jay Mayer - "House on Eden"
Q: What made you decide to make this film?
We wanted to control the narrative of our experiences from our paranormal videos and decided to make it a low-budget, found footage film as that would be easier to film.

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Recent guests on Horror Movie Survival Guide include:

1. Lotfy Nathan
2. Sarah Nicklin
3. Eddie Marsan
4. Barnaby Roper
5. Bryn Chainey
6. Kris Collins
7. Celina Myers
8. Jay Mayer

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