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Chronic Coven

Leslie Minek & Sam McCarthy

26 episodes

4 months ago

This week, Leslie and Sam take on the unsettling body horror of Thinner, a chilling adaptation of Stephen King's novel. The film follows Billy Halleck, an arrogant, overweight lawyer who escapes accountability after a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a Romani woman. But justice comes in the form of a supernatural curse. With one ominous word — Thinner — Billy begins to lose weight at an alarming rate, no matter how much he eats. As his body deteriorates, Billy's desperation grows, leading...

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This week, Leslie and Sam take on the unsettling body horror of Thinner, a chilling adaptation of Stephen King's novel. The film follows Billy Halleck, an arrogant, overweight lawyer who escapes accountability after a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a Romani woman. But justice comes in the form of a supernatural curse. With one ominous word — Thinner — Billy begins to lose weight at an alarming rate, no matter how much he eats. As his body deteriorates, Billy's desperation grows, leading...

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Episodes (20/26)

Chronic Coven

This week, Leslie and Sam take on the unsettling body horror of Thinner, a chilling adaptation of Stephen King's novel. The film follows Billy Halleck, an arrogant, overweight lawyer who escapes accountability after a fatal hit-and-run accident involving a Romani woman. But justice comes in the form of a supernatural curse. With one ominous word — Thinner — Billy begins to lose weight at an alarming rate, no matter how much he eats. As his body deteriorates, Billy's desperation grows, leading...

9 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Ep. 24 In the Mouth of Madness

This week, Leslie and Sam dive into the reality-warping nightmare of In the Mouth of Madness, John Carpenter’s chilling tribute to Lovecraftian horror. The film follows insurance investigator John Trent as he searches for missing horror author Sutter Cane, only to find himself trapped in a world where fiction is bleeding into reality. As paranoia and madness take hold, Trent realizes that Cane’s work isn’t just terrifying—it may be rewriting existence itself. With its eerie atmosphere, mind-b...

9 months ago

43 minutes

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Ep. 23 As Above So Below

This week, Leslie and Sam venture into the Paris Catacombs with As Above, So Below, a found-footage horror film that combines history, mythology, and supernatural terror. The story follows Scarlett, a fearless archaeologist, and her team as they descend into the labyrinthine catacombs beneath Paris in search of the legendary Philosopher’s Stone. What begins as a daring archaeological mission quickly transforms into a nightmarish odyssey. As the group ventures deeper into the eerie underground...

11 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Ep. 22 The Thing (1982)

This week, Leslie and Sam delve into the frozen terror of John Carpenter’s The Thing, a sci-fi horror masterpiece that has chilled audiences for decades. Set in the unforgiving isolation of Antarctica, the film follows a group of researchers whose routine existence is shattered when they encounter a shape-shifting alien capable of perfectly imitating any living being. As paranoia grips the camp and trust among the crew crumbles, the team must figure out who—or what—can still be trusted before...

12 months ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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Ep. 21 Scare Package

This week, Leslie and Sam tackle the outrageous horror anthology Scare Package, a film that’s part blood-soaked carnage, part laugh-out-loud comedy, and all love letter to the horror genre. Directed by an ensemble of filmmakers, Scare Package gleefully embraces and subverts classic horror tropes in each of its wildly inventive segments. From slashers to body horror, every chapter is packed with absurd twists, over-the-top gore, and sharp meta humor that pokes fun at the very genre it celebrat...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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This week, Leslie and Sam delve into V/H/S, a chilling found-footage anthology that brings a sinister twist to the concept of "home movies." The film begins with a group of petty criminals breaking into an abandoned house to retrieve a mysterious VHS tape. What they discover instead is a horrifying collection of recordings, each more twisted than the last. From supernatural entities to visceral body horror, V/H/S keeps viewers on edge with its raw, unsettling approach to storytelling. Directe...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Ep. 19 Trick r Treat

Get ready for a chilling Halloween anthology! This week, Leslie and Sam delve into Trick 'r Treat (2007), Michael Dougherty’s cult classic that expertly intertwines four sinister tales in one eerie small town, all connected by the mysterious trick-or-treater, Sam. With his burlap sack mask and unrelenting adherence to Halloween’s rules, Sam acts as both observer and enforcer, ensuring everyone respects the holiday’s traditions. In Trick 'r Treat, we encounter four unique stories: a serial-kil...

1 year ago

56 minutes

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Bonus Episode! Halloween Tree

This week, Leslie and Sam dive int The Halloween Tree, an animated classic based on Ray Bradbury’s enchanting tale that explores Halloween's ancient roots and rich history. Directed by Mario Piluso, this film takes us on a mystical journey alongside four friends—Tom, Jenny, Ralph, and Wally—who are looking forward to a night of Halloween fun. However, when their friend Pip suddenly disappears, they are drawn to a mysterious mansion where they meet the ghostly Mr. Moundshroud, voiced by Leonar...

1 year ago

44 minutes

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Ep. 17 Terrifier

This week, Leslie and Sam tackle the gruesome horror of Terrifier (2016), a brutal slasher that has quickly become a modern cult classic. Directed by Damien Leone, Terrifier introduces the terrifying and sadistic Art the Clown, a menacing figure who preys on unsuspecting victims during a chilling Halloween night. With relentless gore, shocking kills, and a chilling central villain, the film pushes the boundaries of the slasher genre, taking viewers on a brutal and terrifying ride. Terrified h...

1 year ago

1 hour 4 minutes

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Ep. 16 Attack of the Crab Monsters

Join Leslie and Sam as they dive into the campy creature feature Attack of the Crab Monsters (1957). Directed by Roger Corman, this sci-fi horror classic embodies the atomic-age fear and excitement of 1950s monster movies. The film takes viewers to a remote island where a group of scientists and Navy personnel are investigating the aftermath of atomic tests that have unleashed strange and deadly consequences. As they explore the island, the group soon discovers they’re not alone—giant, mutate...

1 year ago

1 hour 3 minutes

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Ep. 15 The Void

This week, Leslie and Sam dive deep into the cosmic horror nightmare that is The Void (2016), a modern horror masterpiece that blends body horror, cults, and Lovecraftian dread into a terrifying experience. Directed by Jeremy Gillespie and Steven Kostanski, this film is a wild ride into the unknown, where reality warps and grotesque creatures emerge from the darkest corners of existence. The story follows small-town police officer Daniel Carter, played by Aaron Poole, who brings an injured ma...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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In this episode, Leslie and Sam dive into the gritty and intense world of "X" (2022), a film that boldly pays homage to the slasher classics of the 1970s. Directed by Ti West, known for his unique vision and ability to blend horror with atmospheric storytelling, "X" brings a fresh twist to the genre while capturing the essence of a retro horror aesthetic. Set in rural Texas, "X" follows a group of aspiring filmmakers, led by characters played by Mia Goth, Jenna Ortega, Brittany Snow, Kid Cudi...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Ep. 13 Dolls (1987)

This week, Leslie and Sam are stepping into the eerie and enchanting world of "Dolls" (1987), a cult horror classic that blends dark fantasy with supernatural terror. Directed by Stuart Gordon, known for his unique approach to horror, "Dolls" takes the familiar concept of creepy toys and elevates it to a new level of suspense and fear. The film follows a diverse group of travelers who find themselves stranded during a storm and seek refuge in a mysterious mansion. Inside, they meet an elderly...

1 year ago

50 minutes

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Ep. 12 Valentine

Get ready for a dark twist on love and horror as Leslie and Sam dive into the suspenseful and chilling world of "Valentine" (2001). Directed by Jamie Blanks, this slasher film blends the romance of Valentine's Day with a deadly tale of revenge, creating a thriller that's both eerie and captivating. "Valentine" follows a group of women—played by Denise Richards, David Boreanaz, Marly Shelton, Jessica Capshaw, Jessica Cauffiel, Katherine Heigl, and Hedy Burress—who begin receiving ominous Valen...

1 year ago

1 hour

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Ep. 11 I Know What You Did Last Summer

Welcome back, horror fans! In this episode, Sam and Leslie dive into the tense and thrilling world of "I Know What You Did Last Summer," a 1997 slasher film that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its blend of suspense and horror. Directed by Jim Gillespie, this film tells the story of four friends—played by Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Freddie Prinze Jr.—whose lives take a dark turn after they accidentally hit a pedestrian and decide to cover up...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes

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Ep. 10 Urban Legend

Welcome back, horror enthusiasts! In this episode, Leslie and Sam are delving into the chilling world of "Urban Legend," a 1998 slasher film that brilliantly intertwines the eerie tales of urban legends with a spine-tingling narrative. Directed by Jamie Blanks, this film keeps you guessing and on the edge of your seat from start to finish. "Urban Legend" follows Natalie Simon, played by Alicia Witt, and her friends at Pendleton University as they become the targets of a masked killer wh...

1 year ago

1 hour

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BONUS EPISODE! Jaws

It's a bonus episode! For Fourth of July, Leslie and Sam are plunging into the depths of suspense with Steven Spielberg's classic thriller, "Jaws." This iconic film has been a benchmark in the thriller genre since its release and continues to captivate audiences with its masterful storytelling and intense suspense. Directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg, "Jaws" is renowned for its suspenseful pacing, groundbreaking special effects, and unforgettable score by John Williams. As we discuss t...

1 year ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Ep. 8 Hell House LLC

Welcome back, horror aficionados! This week, your hosts Sam and Leslie are diving into the spine-chilling world of "Hell House LLC" (2015), a found footage horror film that has left audiences in a state of unease and terror. Directed by Stephen Cognetti, the film stars Ryan Jennifer, Danny Bellini, Gore Abrams, Jared Hacker, and Adam Schneider, each delivering performances that add to the authenticity and immersive horror of the found footage style. The raw and realistic approach of the film ...

1 year ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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Ep. 7 Final Destination 3

Welcome to another gripping episode of our show, where Leslie and Sam take you on a deep dive into the suspenseful and eerie world of "Final Destination 3," directed by James Wong. Known for his work on the original "Final Destination" and "The X-Files," Wong delivers yet another chilling installment in this iconic horror franchise. The ensemble cast, featuring Kris Lemche, Alexz Johnson, Sam Easton, Jesse Moss, Gina Holden, Texas Battle, Chelan Simmons, Yan-Kay Crystal Lowe, and Amanda Crew,...

1 year ago

1 hour 16 minutes

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Ep. 6 Chopping Mall

Welcome back to another electrifying episode with your hosts, Sam and Leslie! Today, we're taking a trip back to the 1980s with the cult classic horror-comedy "Chopping Mall" (1986). Directed by Jim Wynorski, "Chopping Mall" embodies the quintessential '80s vibe, combining cheesy humor with slasher horror elements. The plot revolves around a group of teenagers who decide to throw an after-hours party in a high-tech shopping mall. However, their fun night takes a deadly turn when the mall's n...

1 year ago

35 minutes