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The Pod and the Pendulum: A Horror Movie Podcast

Mike Snoonian
Horror Movies
Horror Genre
Frankenstein
Paranormal Activity
Found Footage
The Exorcist
Horror
Wrong Turn
Ghostbusters
Universal Monsters
Psycho
The Fly
Dracula
Horror Films
Predator Franchise
Krampus
Wesley Snipes
V/H/S
Boris Karloff
Art the Clown

The Pod and The Pendulum is a new horror movie podcast covering every movie in every franchise. From heavy hitters like Friday the 13th, to the direct-to-video titles like Subspecies, we’ve got you covered. We feature guests on every show in order to discuss their love of movies like The Blair Witch Project, Scream, Alien, A Nightmare on Elm Street, Jaws, Halloween, The Conjuring, and many more. S... more

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Mike, Devaughn, & Nichole are joined again by Mae Shults (Pleasers & Punishers podcast) to review the second season of Shudder's THE CREEP TAPES. While we all enjoyed S1, we're in agreement that the second go round is a bold step forward. Featuring a... more

As a special bonus episode, Mike sat down with David Bertolino, founder of Spooky World  and author of the new bookBehind the Screams at Spooky World.  Before there was Universal Horror Nights, and the big theme parks got in on haunted attractions, t... more

This week Mike, Nichole & Devaughn are joined by musician and podcaster Mae Shults (The Pleasers & Punishers podcast) to discuss the first season of The Creep Tapes. Serving as a stripped-down version of the films, the Shudder exclusive show finds Jo... more

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Recent Guests

David Bertolino
Founder of Spooky World; author
Spooky World
Episode: DAVID BERTOLINO (Founder of SPOOKY WORLD, author BEHIND THE SCREAMS AT SPOOKY WORLD)
Mae Shults
Musician, podcaster, editor
Pleasers & Punishers Podcast
Episode: THE CREEP TAPES SEASON 1
Mike Snuney
Guest on the episode, from Holy Terror's Podcast
Holy Terror's Podcast
Episode: Ranking THE OMEN Franchise
Ari Powershob
Guest; author of Millennial Nasties
Shudder
Episode: THE OMEN (1995) / DAMIEN
Alex Paglicua
Local writer
Episode: THE FIRST OMEN (Part 1 of 2)
Nichole Goble
Photographer known for burlesque, filmmaker (upcoming Jodie)
Bodies of Horror podcast
Episode: THE OMEN (Part 1 of 2)
Ariel Powers Schaub
Author of Millennial Nasties and managing editor of Ghouls Magazine
Ghouls Magazine
Episode: TOP TEN HORROR MOVIES OF 2025
Alex Pagliuca
Guest returning for another discussion about the Predator franchise
Episode: THE PREDATOR
Sarah Miles
Film blogger and zombie enthusiast from the UK
Formerly of Ghouls Magazine
Episode: DAY OF THE DEAD

Hosts

Mike Snunian
Host of The Pod and the Pendulum; long-running anchor with a focus on horror franchises and in-depth analysis.
Stephen Foxworthy
Co-host/guest with broad experience across shows; often drives discussion and adds context from different horror communities.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 270 ratings
  • One of my favorites

    Love this podcast. Been listening for years. Mike S is a great host and he brings a fantastic supporting cast. I love how they bring the behind the scenes stories for each movie and bring unique perspectives even for movies you can tell they didn’t like. I’ve also started listening to The Specter Cinema Club and Holy Terrors because I really enjoy both DeVaughn Taylor and Brian Keiper from this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Doug 67
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast, with various guest host that bring different information to the podcast. Love the background info on the movies as well as their opinions.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    zombieinpjs
    2 months ago
  • Psycho remake

    Dijon mustard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gasmeter67
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • My weekly fix

    I tune into every single episode of this show and am a patreon member as well. Mike and the gang have excellent takes and facts on every horror franchise you know and love and even some you don’t. Mike if you’re reading this, I’m still waiting for that Hellraiser coverage!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tylerwicks1996
    Canada4 months ago
  • Summer of George

    I really loved The Summer of George. I am a zombie movie fan so this was right up my alley. Thank you for including the remakes. I also loved your ranking episode of the best movies of the past century. I’ve been a fan of the show for about 5 years now and it has never been better than it is right now. Keep up the great work, everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandee Noelle
    United States8 months ago

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Lavorable view of guests and community-building, with high production quality.
Lively banter and accessible yet informed analysis.
Smart, in-depth horror discussions with strong guest lineup.
Occasional critiques on host's delivery but overall positive and reliable.
Consistently entertaining deep dives across franchises.

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CREEP 2
Q: What makes Creep 2 feel like a different kind of horror compared to the first film?
The hosts explain that Creep 2 shifts from a singular male killer focus to a more collaborative, intimate duel of wits between two strong characters, especially with Sara's agency and the off-kilter romance of the camera itself.
THE OMEN (Part 1 of 2)
Q: Why do you think The Omen endures as a touchstone of 70s horror and occult cinema?
The panel highlights how it fused an intimate, family-centered horror with grand apocalyptic ideas, anchored by strong performances and a production that felt both grounded and mythic, which allowed it to resonate beyond its era.
PSYCHO 3
Q: What is your relationship with the Psycho franchise?
Kinnell shares Psycho 3 is his first exposure to the franchise; he enjoys it as a rewatchable film despite not being the best.
PSYCHO 2
Q: What are your early experiences with Psycho II?
I've seen it once just before recording and I find my thoughts are fresh and hot!
ALIEN VS PREDATOR
Q: What is your initial thoughts? What is your history with the Predator films?
I've only seen the first two Alien movies, and then I watched Alien Earth this year, and I've seen Predator, and that's it.

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The show blends long-form horror franchise analyses with guest expertise, delivering thoughtful debates on classic and contemporary titles, behind-the-scenes lore, and how subgenres and real-world culture shape the genre. Recent episodes spotlight anniversary reflections, franchise rankings, and deep-dives into films like Creep 2 and The Omen across multiple formats, guests, and cross-podcast collaborations, all anchored by in-depth film analysis, humor, and community-oriented camaraderie. Noteworthy elements include a strong habit of cross-podcast appearances, a penchant for exploring subtext such as gender dynamics and religious horror, and ongoing plans for spin-offs and patron-only content that extend the discussion beyond movie nights.... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. David Bertolino
2. Mae Shults
3. Mike Snuney
4. Ari Powershob
5. Alex Paglicua
6. Nichole Goble
7. Ariel Powers Schaub
8. Alex Pagliuca

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