Random Number Generator Horror Podcast No. 9
Night Vale PresentsHelping to make horror films more approachable, one die roll at a time. Hosted by Jeffrey Cranor and Cecil Baldwin of Welcome to Night Vale.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 345 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsArtsPerforming ArtsTV & Film | |||
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An adaptation is like a lover…
Approachability: 6/10 (Peak 00s thriller complete with fan service and stunt casting)
Content Warnings: Jump scares; Blood/Gore; Child Abuse; Sexual assault; Suicide
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It's your standard horror movie musical from Poland
Special Guests: Amanda McLoughlin & Julia Schifini of the podcast Spirits
Approachability: 7/10 (Gritty, musical adaptation of HC Andersen's The Little Mermaid)
Content Warnings: Sex trafficking;... more
Can you fit in this oven?
Approachability: 7/10 (Super fun and scary, but not overwhelmingly so)
Content Warnings: Jump scares/Creepy visuals; Child harm/endangerment
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Patreon Live Stream 9/12
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17 years later, the allegory still applies
Approachability: 7/10 (Horror-adjacent sci-fi action allegory)
Content Warnings: Body Horror; Bloody Violence; Vomit; Racist Caricatures
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Constant Soild content. A little Trump hate but they are the creative types not the do a thing types. However formate is fantastic. Actual reviews very strong.
Apple Podcasts4Combaticus83
United States16 days ago - My new horror friends
Earlier this year, I discovered RHP#9 and have been working my way through the shows (I’m about halfway there with a few stops to “catch up” with current episodes.) What I find most interesting is how the show has evolved. Jeffrey and Cecil are thoughtful reviewers, often developing theories or gaining insights to the movies they watch. As Jeffrey watches more horror, he’s less apprehensive (by his own admission) to watch gore and frights. Both of the hosts have evolved. They’ve become more prof... more
Apple Podcasts4MightyBedbugUnited Statesa month ago - My weekly deep dive into the joy of horror
Cecil and Jeffrey make my day each time. Spot on dissection of the genres of horror, no pretentiousness, just honest dialogue about the maligned wonderment that is every thing that goes bump in the night.
Apple Podcasts5SculleyMulduneUnited States7 months ago - sellouts
this was literally the only podcast i liked without ads, so i would listen to a bunch in a row bc i didnt have to skip ahead every 5 minutes. thanks though for becoming yet another sometimes-show while i move on to my ad free youtube essays 👍🏻 yall have nightvale money come on
Apple Podcasts1slime-mouldeUnited States8 months ago - Winter Plan
I got here through You Are Good, who had the fellas as guests for an episode on the movie Demons. I’m definitely a Cecil on the horror enthusiast spectrum, but with the back catalogue these two have, I’m really enjoying spending the cold months listening to an episode about the movies I know by heart, then getting to look up the ones I want to revisit or have never heard of before and listen to those. Just listened to an early episode in which they considered Tigers Are Not Afraid, but so far as... more
Apple Podcasts5jakenoodlesUnited States8 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #15 | United States/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #151 | United States/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #9 |  Canada/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #26 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #115 | Canada/TV & Film |
Apple Podcasts | #169 | United Kingdom/TV & Film |
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This show offers thoughtful, analyst-level horror film conversations led by two longtime hosts, blending rigorous analysis with accessible banter. Episodes cover a wide range of horror cinema—from indie darlings to genre staples—often tying themes to storytelling craft, historical context, and cultural readings. A notable strength is the duo's ability to balance dense ideas with humor and personal anecdotes, making complex readings approachable while still inviting listeners to rewatch films with a sharper eye. The format tends to mix close, spoiler-aware analysis with occasional guests, dice- or discussion-driven prompts, and regular references to related works, which keeps the discussion lively and playful. If you're seeking film-nerd dep... more
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