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The Witching Hour Podcast

The Witching Hour Podcast
American Werewolf In London
Everyone Is Going To Die
A Town Called Purgatory
The Human Hibachi
Excision
John Landis
Covid-19
Winnie the Pooh, Blood and Honey 2
Horror Film
Film Festivals
The Benefactress
David Naughton
Griffin Dunn
Bad Moon Rising
Piccadilly Square
Horror Genre
Horror Films
Final Destination: Bloodlines
Space Goblins
Austria

Welcome to The Witching Hour Podcast . Join me as I give my honest thoughts and insight on horror films new and old. Discussing products within the horror industry including movies, games, food products, local haunts, music, the Halloween season and of course guest interviews. If your a true horror fan at heart , then The Witching Hour Podcast is where you belong! Be sure to follow us on Facebook ... more

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Latest Episodes

When a young lady is left alone to run the family diner for the night,...all hell breaks loose. Welcome to The Witching Hour Podcast! On the menu today, LAST STRAW. The 2023 "Diner invasion" suspense/ horror. Will it stay on the menu or only be today... more

Welcome to The Witching Hour Podcast! Tonight I bring you an EXCLUSIVE interview with the creative duo husband /wife team Clint Winters and Wendy Conners as we discuss what is becoming my personally most sought after film of the season...CAPTIVE. The... more

Welcome back to The Witching Hour Podcast my friends! This time around is the 2026 film Face of Death. Taken from the idea of the early 80's vhs Face of Death "documentary" and brought to life with a storyline. Take a listen and hear my thoughts .

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Welcome back to The Witching Hour Podcast, something special and something completely different for me. I welcome two of my dearest, Steve " Uncle Creepy" and his lovely wife Danielle Barton. Aside of their love for the horror genre and works with th... more

My thoughts on the 2026 indie horror film Karen : The Beauty Queen Butcher. The story of an inner city wanna be beauty queen contestant who it seems will stop at nothing to get the crown!

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Welcome to The Witching Hour Podcast, to night I welcome dear friends of mine Ken Arnold and Dan Deluca to the show! Tonight we discuss their latest award winning feature " A Town Called Purgatory " that was created by Ken Arnold, written by Dan Delu... more

Welcome back to another episode of The Witching Hour Podcast! Tonight's guest is the writer/director of The Human Hibachi1, 2 and coming soon, The Human Hibachi :The Last Super, filmmaker Mario Ceritto. Released though Troma Entertainment, The series... more

Welcome back to The Witching Hour Podcast! This episode we welcome Mick Strawn to the show. Mick is a production designer, head of art department, special fx guru!!! Basically put, Mick creates so many things in movies that make your jaws drop and ha... more

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Recent Guests

Ken Arnold
Actor, writer, and director known for his work in horror films
Episode: A Town Called Purgatory Dan Deluca /Ken Arnold Guest
Dan Deluca
Writer and actor who co-created 'A Town Called Purgatory'
Episode: A Town Called Purgatory Dan Deluca /Ken Arnold Guest
Mario Cerrito
Writer, director, and creator of 'The Human Hibachi' series
Episode: HUMAN HIBACHI SERIES CREATOR MARIO CERRITO
Mick Strawn
Filmmaker known for his work in horror films and production design
Independent Filmmaker
Episode: filmmaker MicK Strawn guests
Juicy X
Actress known for her role in *The Benefactress* and *Corporate Punishment*
Independent Films
Episode: THE BENEFACTRESS 'S JUICY X GUESTS
Guerilla Metropolitana
Filmmaker, writer, director, and star of The Benefactress; known for experimental films that defy traditional norms.
Episode: The Benefactress Filmmaker Guerilla Metropolitana

Hosts

John Royceland
Host/creator with emphasis on horror cinema and interviews with filmmakers
John Royce
Co-host/ interviewer bringing strong horror film knowledge and guest interactions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Incredible horror pod!

    Adore this show!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mxsandy12
    United States5 years ago
  • 👍

    Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DZBChronicles
    United States5 years ago
  • Great host, great show

    One of the things I think makes the best podcasts is when the host is really passionate about the material. You can tell that’s the case here and it makes for a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike Grof
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Shows consistently deliver energetic and entertaining horror content.
Listeners praise the host's evident passion for material and engaging conversations.
Fans enjoy behind-the-scenes insights and guest diversity.
Guest and content variety is a strong draw for repeat listening.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Benefactress Filmmaker Guerilla Metropolitana
Q: Is that your end of filmmaking?
Yes, I want to crystallize myself with these two films and preserve my artistic purity.
The Benefactress Filmmaker Guerilla Metropolitana
Q: So is that disheartening to you, or does that actually kind of make you give yourself a high five?
Metropolitana feels a sense of arrogance about rejection from film festivals, considering it a sign of the mediocrity of those who cannot appreciate his films.
filmmaker MicK Strawn guests
Q: What are your new projects?
Mick talked about his upcoming films, 'Pig Hill' and 'Solitude', emphasizing their unique horror narratives.
filmmaker MicK Strawn guests
Q: How did you first get involved in this?
Mick shared that he got into the business because his sister was working in costume design off-Broadway in New York and he started helping her out.
THE BENEFACTRESS 'S JUICY X GUESTS
Q: How hard was it to grasp the character for *The Benefactress*?
It took a lot of planning, discussion, and trust between the actors and the director due to the film's challenging content.

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The show centers on horror cinema, with conversations spanning indie and mainstream fright, film history, production challenges, festival circuits, and creative processes. Episodes frequently spotlight indie filmmakers, directors, writers, and performers, often tied to genre experimentation, cult followings, and festival reception. Listeners likely gravitate toward deep dives into production design, practical effects, and the intersection of horror with comedy, Westerns, or psychological thrillers. A notable hook is the mix of exclusive project insights, retro classics, and outspoken host passion that makes for energetic, opinionated discussions. This blend probably appeals to horror fans who value behind-the-scenes storytelling, festival l... more

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Recent guests on The Witching Hour Podcast include:

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2. Dan Deluca
3. Mario Cerrito
4. Mick Strawn
5. Juicy X
6. Guerilla Metropolitana

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