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Holy Terrors

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Holy Terrors
Religion
The Burbs
The Omen
Jason Lives
Movies For Life
Horror
The Devils
Friday the 13th
Bride Of Frankenstein
Satanic Panic
Faith
The Prophecy
Obsession (2026 Film)
Kill List
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Ikiru
Incantation
Kwaidan
Repossessed

A podcast hosted by Brian Keiper and Patrick Brennan that examines horror through the lens of faith, religion, and spirituality.

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Latest Episodes

In this episode we discuss the brilliant Taiwanese found footage film Incantation (2022), a film that manages to be frightening and tug at the heart strings. We dive into the lore created for the film along with the real aspects that inspired both th... more

In this installment of The Confessional, Pat talks about how his new house might be haunted and Brian introduces a new segment called "Can You Believe This Sh*t?" We also talk about some recent watches including Evil Dead Burn, Mortal Kombat II, Stra... more

In this episode we dive into the biggest horror hit of the year, Curry Barker's low-budget juggernaut Obsession. You may be asking what on earth does this have to do with faith, religion, and spirituality? Well, you might be surprised. Our One Wish i... more

Forgive us listeners for we have been busy, it's been a month since our last Confessional but we are back! We're playing a bit of catch up and sharing some tidbits of good news from the horror world, and sharing our thoughts on releases that have hit... more

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Recent Guests

Indy Navarrete
Actress in Obsession
Obsession (film)
Episode: Ep. 14: Obsession (2026)
Curry Barker
Director of Obsession
Obsession (film)
Episode: Ep. 14: Obsession (2026)
Stephen Foxworthy
Former Bible teacher, actor, podcaster, TV theme song expert; invited guest
Self/Various (podcast appearances)
Episode: Ep. 12: The Omen (1976)--Part 1 with Stephen Foxworthy
Matt Rogerson
Author and editor specializing in faith and horror in cinema
Author of The Vatican Versus Horror Movies; Darkest Margins editor
Episode: Ep. 11: Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) with Matt Rogerson
Michele Eggen
Guest; previously co-host of Movies for Life
Movies for Life (former)
Episode: Ep. 8: mother! (2017) with Michele Eggen
TJ Tranchell
Author of The Black Hawk Cycle; regular contributor at Manor Vellum
Manor Vellum
Episode: Ep. 1: HERETIC (2023) with T.J. Tranchell

Hosts

Brian Keiper
Co-hosts frequently discuss horror through a faith-informed lens; participates in deep film analysis and production trivia.
Patrick Brennan
Co-hosts with a focus on the intersection of horror, spirituality, and cultural critique; engages in thematic readings and historical context.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Holy Terrors is fantastic

    Great first episode! Brian and Pat have fantastic chemistry. From A Dark Song to The Burbs, I love the different variety of films we can look forward to. I can’t wait for future episodes!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert Prudhomme
    United States6 months ago
  • Such and enjoyable listen

    Michelle and Brian and great fun hosts and really love the movies that they cover without talking down to the audience that are listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    baloo1971
    United States4 years ago
  • I love this podcast

    This is an amazing podcast series and I love every single one especially the New Nightmare one. The conversation is so fluid and they know so many cool facts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alexandru2020
    United States4 years ago
  • Friendly and Informed movie chats

    A really nice podcasts covering all kinds of movies, with fun and friendly chats that also get very in-depth. Definately worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AntonyCB
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fantastic, Detailed Podcast with Lovely Hosts

    An exceptional film analysis podcast.

    In addition to being very thorough and detailed in their discussions, Brian and Michele's warmth and rapport on the mic manage to lend the show a pleasant hang out vibe.

    Far from merely an exhibition of 2 film buffs reciting factoids they read on Wikipedia, each and every episode comes across as an effortless and passionate conversation between friends about the films they love.

    Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatchingCinema
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many remark on deep, thoughtful film discussions that never feel condescending.
Fans highlight how personal stories and faith perspectives enrich horror analysis.
Listeners praise the hosts' chemistry and infectious enthusiasm.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 11: Don't Torture a Duckling (1972) with Matt Rogerson
Q: Why did Fulci choose a rural Italian setting for a film that is often categorized as a giallo?
To subvert genre expectations by placing the thriller in a setting that foregrounds traditional culture clashing with modernity, which amplifies the film's critique of patriarchy and superstition.

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What is Holy Terrors about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers thoughtful, faith-inflected takes on horror, blending rigorous film analysis with personal anecdotes and spiritual reflections. Across episodes, the hosts explore how religion, morality, and cultural context shape how audiences experience scary cinema, from folk horror and classics to restorations and contemporary scares. While the focus is on deep discussion and cross-genre comparisons, the conversation stays accessible and anchored in the hosts' long-standing rapport, often pairing films with broader cultural questions and personal memory. Notable strengths include their ability to connect intricate thematic readings to memorable production trivia and to bring a warm, engaging banter that makes dense analysis feel like a c... more

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Recent guests on Holy Terrors include:

1. Indy Navarrete
2. Curry Barker
3. Stephen Foxworthy
4. Matt Rogerson
5. Michele Eggen
6. TJ Tranchell

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