
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 375 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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For the next franchise, we're unlocking Ariel's dive into one of the more controversial franchises we've discussed, the I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE FRANCHISE, which we've unlocked from our patreon page.
In this episode, to kick off our I Spit on Your Grave... more
Happy Halloween listeners. Nothing screams our favorite autumnal holiday like summer camp. Mike is joined by a very special guest, show cofounder Jerry Smith, as the pair reunite to talk all thing Crystal Lake, the hit new Friday the 13th prequel se... more
It's time to put on our finest tuxedos and gowns and prepare our acceptance speeches. Devaughn leads the crew in looking back at the horror movies that should have been nominated at the Academy Awards. While the Oscars have never been particularly ki... more
This week we wrap up Insidious with our rankings of the six (to date) entries. Will Mike & Nichole's anti Patrick Wilson bias shine through, or will Ariel's enthusiasm for tapioca in human form offset us? Plus, more talk about dogs in trench coats, w... more
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Just discovered this podcast and am truly impressed. Great insight into movies as well as the influences within society at the time impact it. Seemingly highly educated moderators who provide great information on a variety of topics and disciplines.
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.
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.
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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!
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A vibrant horror commentary show that covers franchises big and small, with deep dives into production design, practical effects, and lore. Episodes balance thoughtful analysis with behind-the-scenes anecdotes, guest expertise, and playful banter, often featuring insider perspectives from fellow horror critics and creators. standout elements include cross-franchise explorations, genre history context, and meta-discussions about the filmmaking process, which together create a rich, fan-friendly conversation that appeals to listeners who love both classics and contemporary horror.
What makes this show notable is its willingness to blend scholarly-style insights with approachable, entertaining discussion, plus a steady stream of guests who bri... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
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