That Was Pretty Scary
Morbid NetworkThat Was Pretty Scary is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody. From reviews and recaps of classic and contemporary horror to deep dive analysis and conversations with creators, JLB explores why scary movies stick with us and why they matter. NOTE TO LISTENERS: When That Was Pretty Scary first launched in 2023, it began as a joint venture between Jon Lee Brody and Freddie Prinze Jr. In 2025, af... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 162 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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JLB is joined by friend of the podcast Sarah Nicklin to discuss the Philippou brothers 2025 film 'Bring Her Back'.
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JLB revisits the 2019 gem 'Ready or Not' and unravels all of the themes within it!
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JLB sits down with Amy Wang, the writer/director/producer of 'Slanted', a movie that stars Shirley Chen, Maitreyi Ramakrisnan and McKenna Grace. Amy shares behind the scenes stories of conceptualizing the film and all the context that'll give you a d... more
We're heading to Camp Crystal Lake circa 1980! JLB is joined by his friend and horror expert Meagan Navarro from Bloody Disgusting to talk about the movie that jumpstarted the 80s Golden Era of Slashers!
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- An Intellectual Deep Dive into Horror
I have been a listener since day 1. After the exit of Freddie Prinze Jr, Jon Lee Brody has completely evolved and elevated the podcast. I have a list on my Letterboxd account of films I would like to watch, and thanks to this podcast lots of hidden horror gems has been added. I have told so many people to listen to this podcast too. Highly recommend it if you are a horror newbie, casual fan, or horror enthusiasts.
Apple Podcasts5TX Rock Chalk Rachel
United States2 months ago - So excited about this show!
I’ve been a TWPS listener from day one. I’ll miss Freddy but John’s knowledge and passion for horror makes for such an incredible and well thought out show. I’m so excited for these changes coming and looking forward to what’s next!
Apple Podcasts5laurentylerzinoUnited States2 months ago - Great, but
I absolutely adore this pod! Does anyone know what happened to Freddie though? Loved their chemistry !
Apple Podcasts5Scirulz16United States3 months ago - Such a good podcast
I love this podcast. I constantly learn something whether it’s a deep dive from Jon or a movie recap. I feel like this podcast makes me smarter and appreciate horror even more.
Apple Podcasts5LjgnsUnited States3 months ago - I miss Freddie
JLB spends too much time comparing the movie to other movies and name dropping directors of other movies. He lost me with his vague discussion of Weapons.
Apple Podcasts4KC IdahoUnited States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #65 | United States/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #147 |  United Kingdom/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #149 |  Canada/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #69 |  Italy/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #128 |  Australia/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Israel/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
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This show delivers deep dives and thoughtful conversations around horror cinema, blending film reviews with interviews and historical context. Across episodes, listeners get breakdowns of representation, genre evolution, and behind-the-scenes storytelling—from indie productions to blockbuster-inspired analyses. A recurring strength is pairing rigorous analysis with insider perspectives from creators, actors, writers, and critics, often connecting broader cultural themes to specific films. A standout feature is its pivot from recaps to long-form explorations, including conversations on race, memory, and production challenges, making it appealing to listeners who crave both technical insight and cultural critique.
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Recent guests on That Was Pretty Scary include:
1. Amy Wang
2. Meagan Navarro
3. Meera Menon
4. Kiran Deol
5. Regina Kim
6. Michael Harriot
7. Sabrina Zohar
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