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Plug It Up: A Horror Movie Podcast

Caitlin Grant
After Midnight
Bodies Bodies Bodies
Horror Movies
Love Lies Bleeding
I Saw the TV Glow
Spring
The Ring
Reproductive Rights
Romance
Body Horror
Love
Sugar and Spice
A24
Monsters
Jeremy Gardner
Marriage Proposals
Interpersonal Relationships
Gen Z
Sterilization
Pompeii

Plug it Up is a horror movie podcast about the monstrous feminine. Host Caitlin Grant and her funny guests look at the monstrous feminine in all its forms, including: monstrous menstruation (like Carrie and Ginger Snaps), monstrous motherhood (like Rosemary’s Baby and The Omen), femmes fatales (like Jennifer’s Body and The Love Witch), black widows (like Dolores Claibore), body horror in women (li... more

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Latest Episodes

Soju from the Straight Chilling Podcast joins Caitlin to discuss 2003's Underworld, an underrated gem of vampire cinema. We talk about the excellent worldbuilding, the thoughtful themes, and the sexy, cool styling. We are Underworld vamps, through an... more

Charlie joins Caitlin to cover Demian Rugna's Terrified from 2017. It's a great movie with well-developed characters, solid writing, and excellent scares.

Tangents include: Mark Ruffalo, Chinese takeout, memoir titles, freezer placement, and a tric... more

Victor joins Caitlin to cover Weapons, the 2025 horror hit from Zach Cregger. We talk about the movie's structure, acting, and writing, as well as its various motifs and themes. And what a fantastic new monstrous femme figure in Aunt Gladys!

Tangen... more

Talking sin and censorship with Joe as we cover 1971's The Devils. It's one of the most controversial and most censored movies in the Western world, but it's also thematically very important (and relevant). We love this movie for its set design, its ... more

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Caitlin Grant
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Heidi Honeycutt
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Caitlin Grant
Host of a podcast that examines the monstrous feminine in horror film, inviting guests to discuss various aspects of women's representation in the genre, from monstrous motherhood to body horror.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 173 ratings
  • Delightful and insightful

    Caitlin and friends always entertain, whether it’s a critical analysis, a giggle fit with friends, or drowning a deserving film in haterade. Give this show a shot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Face2palmstyle
    United States8 months ago
  • Love this show

    My go to fair horror movies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samthewall
    United States8 months ago
  • Not impressed

    I just started this podcast from the beginning and I have to say I’m extremely disappointed. A few minutes into the first episode (Carrie) both host and guest get crucial elements of the plot completely wrong. They frame (spoilers for a 40+ year old movie) Sue and Tommy’s involvement is the “prank” as up for interpretation or debate. This is blatantly not the case. Sue and Tommy have nothing to do with the “prank”, and in fact Sue’s trying to prevent it is what brings her to the prom. It could n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    lil_lethal_lo
    United States9 months ago
  • Exactly what it says on the tin. This horror podcast is focused on menstruation and the monsterous feminine. Lots of interesting discussion and neat takes.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    astrangehop
    9 months ago
  • Def recommend

    Love this podcast! The movies chosen are really good, she’s on top of the latest horror movies, the guests are great, and the discourse is so good!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OhAmyLynn
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feedback points out concerns about inaccuracies in film interpretations, highlighting the importance of thorough analysis.
There are praises for the chemistry and humor among the host and guests, making for entertaining yet insightful discussions.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and intelligent analysis of horror movies, especially how they relate to women's experiences and societal themes.
Overall, the show is well-received for being inclusive, hilarious, and a fresh take on a genre that has largely focused on male perspectives.

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Bring Her Back: Grapefruit
Q: Overall, tell me about your thoughts on the movie as a whole.
Charlie expresses mixed feelings, praising the acting and gore, but critiquing the movie's narrative coherence, particularly in the ending.
Lizzie: Lezzie Borden
Q: Is there always a good time? The first one is from Ripley. Recommend me a horror book like What's Your Fave?
I cannot recommend Tenders to Flesh by Augustina Vaz Tarika enough, and she just has another book called The Unworthy, which is about a post-apocalyptic cult of nuns, which is right up my goddamn ass.
Lizzie: Lezzie Borden
Q: What do you guys think about my proposition to have a Bechdel test? Maybe we call it the Ornith test?
I believe in that strongly.
At the Trailer Park with Charlie
Q: What's the best vacation you've ever been on?
Some of my fondest memories are from beach trips with my family and friends, but I also enjoyed my trip to Chicago with my mom.
At the Trailer Park with Charlie
Q: What's your go-to late-night craving for food?
I love popcorn, like a bite in a bag popped popcorn and cheddar popcorn.

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The horror movie podcast focuses on the exploration of the monstrous feminine in cinema, offering a unique perspective on various films and the complexities of female experiences within the horror genre. From iconic films like 'Carrie' and 'Rosemary’s Baby' to contemporary gems, Caitlin Grant and her guests dive into thematic discussions about monstrous menstruation, motherhood, and body horror, creating an inclusive dialogue that highlights both feminist and intersectional viewpoints. Listeners can expect light-hearted yet thought-provoking conversations, tackling the many ways women are represented in horror, as well as significant societal issues that resonate beyond the screen.

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