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The Pod and the Pendulum

Mike Snoonian
Frankenstein
Krampus
Boris Karloff
Universal Monsters
Horror Genre
Christmas Horror
The Bride Of Frankenstein
James Whale
Christmas
Horror
Bela Lugosi
Ghost Of Frankenstein
Holiday Horror
Family Dynamics
Universal Studios
Son Of Frankenstein
Christmas Evil
Black Christmas
Trick Or Treat
Weta Workshop

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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Latest Episodes

This week Mike and Nichole check in for the five season A&E horror-drama, Bates Motel, a creative prequel and reimagining of Psycho. Starring Vera Farmiga and Freddy Highmore as Norma and Norman Bates, the show explored the psychosexual dynamic of t... more

Mike, Brian, and Stephen pay tribute to the late Bud Cort and look back at the failed pilot/TV movie for Bates Motel

Watch the movie here-youtu.be/_uRu6TqIqTQ?si=RsAaeD0tJ0CvqSpl

This week Mike, Stephen, Devaughn, and Brian talk about one of cinema’s most head scratching disasters: Gus Van Sant’s near shot for shot remake of Psycho. From head scratching decisions when it came to casting, to the odd insert shots, and bizarre a... more

This week the crew is joined by Kinnel from Sinister Cinema to talk about the final entry in the main Psycho series. It may be the only movie ever greenlit in order to promote the opening of a theme park. This made-for-cable movie was written by the ... more

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Recent Guests

Ariel Powers Schaub
Author of Millennial Nasties and managing editor of Ghouls Magazine
Ghouls Magazine
Episode: TOP TEN HORROR MOVIES OF 2025
Brian Kuyper
Contributor at Bloody Disgusting and host of podcast Holy Terrors
Bloody Disgusting
Episode: TOP TEN HORROR MOVIES OF 2025
Devaughn Taylor
Member of Spectre Cinema Club
Spectre Cinema Club
Episode: TOP TEN HORROR MOVIES OF 2025
Alex Pagliuca
A writer and guest on the episode, discussing his views on the Predator series.
Episode: PREDATOR 2
Sarah Miles
Film blogger and all around zombie fiend
Formerly of Ghouls magazine
Episode: LAND OF THE DEAD
Matt Konopka
Founder of Killer Horror Critic
Episode: WISHMASTER 2: EVIL NEVER DIES
John Seavey
From Half Priced Horror
Half Priced Horror
Episode: WISHMASTER
Payton McCarty-Simas
Author of That Very Witch, Fear, Feminism, and the American Witch Film
Episode: An Interview with Payton McCarty Simas, Author THAT VERY WITCH
Kat Hughes
A freelance writer and podcast co-host.
Hollywood News, Dread Central
Episode: WRONG TURN (2021)

Hosts

Mike Snunian
Host of the show, known for his engaging style and deep appreciation of horror films.
Brian Kuyper
Co-host and contributor, provides valuable insights into horror films and contributes as a writer for related media.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 267 ratings
  • 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
    Canadaa month 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 States5 months ago
  • Found you!!

    I love how introspective you guys are about movies I love!!! Found you looking for Friday the 13th franchise talk. Followed immediately. 2 1/2 hours on Part 5 talk was just incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave O aka Opie
    United States6 months ago
  • Fun and insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Watergirl3478
    United States9 months ago
  • Great Insights

    Mike and team do a consistently wonderful job covering these franchises. Always worth a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BK Dew
    United Statesa year ago

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The hosting style, including the strong rapport between Mike and his co-hosts, is frequently praised, contributing to a welcoming listening environment.
Some listeners express dissatisfaction with audio quality or specific vocal characteristics of the hosts, but these comments are generally in the minority.
Many reviews note the podcast's ability to balance serious film critique with lighthearted banter, making it a fun listen.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and insightful discussions on horror films, often highlighting the hosts' humor and depth of knowledge.

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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.
DIARY OF THE DEAD
Q: What did you think about the found footage aspect of this movie?
The hosts felt Romero's execution of found footage was clunky, and it limited the spontaneity often found in this style of filmmaking, leading to too much editing and less authentic reactions.
DIARY OF THE DEAD
Q: Devaughn, what do you think of your relationship with the zombie genre and Romero films in particular?
Devaughn shares that he's not usually a fan of zombie movies, citing a lack of variety among them. However, he appreciates found footage films, which is why he agreed to join the discussion for this one.

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What is The Pod and the Pendulum about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides a dynamic exploration of horror films across a wide spectrum of franchises, engaging listeners through lively conversations that combine humor and insightful critiques. Each episode typically features in-depth discussions of iconic movies such as 'Friday the 13th', 'A Nightmare on Elm Street', and niche titles like 'Subspecies', ensuring that both mainstream and obscure horror enthusiasts find something to enjoy. The hosts often include guests from various backgrounds within the film industry, enriching the dialogue and offering diverse perspectives on themes, performances, and the cultural context of the films discussed.

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The Pod and the Pendulum launched 7 years ago and published 329 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Pod and the Pendulum include:

1. Ariel Powers Schaub
2. Brian Kuyper
3. Devaughn Taylor
4. Alex Pagliuca
5. Sarah Miles
6. Matt Konopka
7. John Seavey
8. Payton McCarty-Simas

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