Happy Turkey Day! To celebrate, we're pivoting away from our Halloween theme to snap our fingers to the hilariously morbid 90s Thanksgiving classic, Addams Family Values (1993). We've got the whole spread: campiness done right, the enduring icon that is Joan Cusack's Debbie, satire that reflects with a sting, and what went down at Camp Chippewa. So whether you're cooking or on dish duty, press play and let us (and The Addams) keep you company! Timestamps Negronomicon - 6:50 Crit - 18:46 Final...

This week, we sink our claws into Ginger Snaps (2000), a dark, coming-of-age horror story that turns puberty into a full-blown monster movie. What starts as a tale of two outcast sisters quickly spirals into a blood-soaked exploration of transformation, identity, and the brutal side of growing up and growing apart. We’re talking werewolves, womanhood, and why Ginger Snaps still stands as one of the most honest and gnarliest depictions of teenage horror ever made. It’s moody, messy, and magnif...

All Hallows Eve is upon us! Don your best costumes, grab that plastic jack o'lantern bucket and come paint the ntown red with us as we indulge in 2007's Trick 'r Treat. A tight 82-minutes of delicious anthological horror goodness, we unwrap the treats of Michael Doughterty's immediately established rules, intersecting stories, and how this is one movie that truly encapsulates the spirit of Halloween. So! Happy listening! Just be sure to check your candy, keep that costume on, don't touch thos...

Scary? Crit? Exactly! On today's episode, get out your broomsticks because we're off to Coventry to discuss everybody's favorite twin witches with Twitches (2005)! Arguably one of Disney Channel's best original movies (especially for Halloween), we give Tia and Tamera Mowry their flowers while talking about the enduring legacy of Twitches, the layered significance of Camryn and Alex's upbringings, standout characters, and our curioisity on the film's production among other topics. We love thi...

What better way to step into Spooky Season than with a brand new season of ScaryCrit?! We're kicking off S11 with some bombastic news: we'll be guests at the Fayetteville Fan Fest on October 18th! A huge thank you to El'Ja Bowens for the opportunity, we can't wait! We're also very excited to dig right into season 11 and we thought it'd be fun to come full circle and Crit the legacy sequel of the film that was our very first ScaryCrit. That's right! Today we're going back to Southp...

And just like that, we've finally made it to the end of season 10! For this season finale, gather 'round the table, lock arms, and open yourself up to J & L's interpretation of 2023's The Reading. There's so much to get into about this film that was on the page (and glaringly left off it) but one thing is clear: horror could be Mo'Nique's second wind and ScaryCrit is all the way here for it. A huge thank you to our Critters for sticking beside us throughout our jagged prescence thro...

And we're back yet again with a delicious dish for this everlong season of ScaryCrit! Get ready to whet your whistles with J & L's foodie review of 2024's House of Spoils. From L's need for more desperation, J's love of the intersectionality sprinkled throughout, the horror of The Struggle™, and wondering if they both watched the same movie, there's something in this meal of a Crit all of you listeners will love. So dig in! Timestamps 4:04 - Negronomicon26:46 - Crit1:23:49 - Final Curls ...

🎶Beeeee who you aaaare for your priiiiide🎶 We're back just in time from yet another unscheduled sabbatical for Pride Month! And what better way to celebrate than by turning the channel to our crit of the hazy fever dream that is 2024's I Saw the TV Glow? A conversation about identity, nostalgia, and concept over story, get comfortable and be ready for the laughs and analysis! We're so happy to be back. 'Preciate y'all and your patience as we do this show and this thing called life. ...

A day late, but not a dollar short! In Episode 107, J & L discuss the horror-effort Imaginary (2024), getting into the many disconnected subplots, what genre the film could've really benefitted from, and the fact that this film is a movie that just...happens. Ideas and concepts, y'all. Ideas and concepts... Disclaimer: We love you, DeWanda Wise (and Issa Rae)!!! And we know it's pronounced MAHN-guh—y'all know's J's heart. Timestamps 4:04 - Negronomicon 32:14 - Crit 01:20:52 - ...

Send us a text The horrors persist but so do we! Life is lifin' which has led to our most drawn-out season yet but not to worry, Critters. We're still here, we're not going anywhere and we've got Ep. 106 for you, hot off the presses! Listen as we take it back to 1990's Def by Temptation for an episode that captivates with conversations about filmmaking on a budget, Melle's beef with lack of quality sheets, how Temptation's victims were all character studies, Black masculinity + power-plays, a...

Send us a text Timestamps 11:59 - Negronomicon 25:50 - Crit 1:18:26 - Final Curls Gems from E105 Ghosts (2021, television series)Abbott Elementary (2021, television series)The Monkey (2025)Longlegs (2024)Thinner (1996)Scream (1996)Lights Out (2016)Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988)The Sandlot (1993)Keeper (2025)Don’t Let Go (2019)The Butterfly Effect (2004)See You Yesterday (2019)Hot tub Time Machine (2010)Back to the Future (1985)Project Almanac (2015)It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2...

Send us a text In episode 104, we dive into the 2021 horror film Black as Night. This not-so-unique blend of supernatural horror and social commentary takes us deep into the heart of New Orleans, where a young girl must confront a terrifying vampire threat that lurks in the shadows. We’ll discuss the film’s themes of colorism, gentrification, and the coming-of-age throughline that has a hard time hitting the mark. Grab your garlic and stake, and tune in for a deep dive into a film that...

Send us a text Happy New Year, Critters! Wishing you a spooky start to 2025. In episode 103, Lauren and Jared wrap up 2024 and talk birthday shenanigans and Christmas games before diving into one of the most talked about horror movies of last year, The Deliverance. If you couldn't tell by the title of this episode, we were whelmed. There is something important missing from this film and this episode explores what exactly that thing is. Timestamps 05:40 - Negronomicon 33:11 - Crit 1...

Send us a text In episode 102, Lauren and Jared get in their early aughts bag and discuss Jim Gillespie’s lesser-known film Venom. We don't have a newsletter anymore but...! You can find us on Instagram @ScaryCritPod Timestamps 12:35 - Negronomicon 32:55 - Crit 1:37:57 - Final Curls Gems from E102 Oddity (2024)Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992)Hoarders (reality show) (2009)South Park (animated series) (1997)Ed, Edd n’ Eddy (animated series) (1999)Dexter’s Laboratory (animated series)...

Send us a text In episode 101, Lauren and Jared discuss their most recommended film of 2024, Oddity. We don't have a newsletter anymore but...! You can find us on Instagram @ScaryCritPod Timestamps 6:18 - Negronomicon 22:14 - Crit 38:26 - Pause here if you haven’t watched! 1:30:48 - Final Curls Gems from E101 Heretic (2024)Candyman (1992)Final Destination (2000)Creepshow (1982)Night of the Living Dead (remake) (1990)Scary Movie (film series) (2000)In Living Color (1990)Vampires Suck (20...

Send us a text We’ve reached a milestone, and what better way to celebrate our 100th episode than with a deep dive into a true classic of horror? Join Lauren and Jared as we explore the chilling legacy of Night of the Living Dead (1968). This iconic film not only redefined the zombie genre but also pushed the boundaries of social commentary in horror. We’ll dissect its unforgettable characters, groundbreaking visuals, and the cultural impact that continues to resonate today. Plus, we’ll call ...

Send us a text ....We missed y'all. Please excuse us for the unintentional hiatus but we have returned with a new episode and our second Special! Our first Special focused on season one of the horror anthology series Them, Them: Covenant (2021). With season two, titled Them: The Scare (2024) having been recently released, we had to strike while the iron was hot with another Special. We get into what we thought about the season, the casting, execution of theme and ideas and how it compares to ...

Send us a text NINE-NINE We've got one question... Do you like Phil Collins? Get ready for a deep dive into the dark and stylish world of American Psycho (2000) as we dissect the enigmatic Patrick Bateman. Join Lauren, Jared, and returning guest El'Ja Bowens for a thrilling discussion on this psychological thriller, exploring the film's satirical edge, haunting visuals, and Christian Bale's unforgettable performance. We'll unravel the layers of Bateman's psyche, discussing the blurred...

Send us a text Is is really Spooky Season if we're not talking about a Halloween movie? Get ready for a side-splitting episode as we delve into the sequel that is 'Halloween: Resurrection' (2002). Join Lauren and Jared for a deep dive into this ironically iconic installment where Michael Myers returns once again to murder and mame LIVE on the internet. We'll explore the portrayal of Blackness, the misuse of the Black characters in the film, and the impact this film had on the 'Halloween...

Send us a text "Hey, guys!" In our latest podcast episode, we take you on a journey into the unique world of Ma (2019). Join us as we dissect the complex psyche of the unforgettable character portrayed by the illustrious Octavia Spencer (we love you!), and the harrowing transformation of a seemingly ordinary house into a place of unspeakable horrors. We'll explore the themes of isolation, obsession, and the haunting consequences of past secrets, all while taking a closer look at the exc...