Light & Shadow: A Horror Podcast

It's almost Halloween, and I'm back from the third annual Nightmare in the Ozarks Film Festival in Eureka Springs! I'm discussing my favorite shorts and features, thanking the locals and volunteers who make this event happen, and sharing my first experience at the Zombie Crawl that closes out the festival. Tune in for a spooky-season celebration of independent horror!

As autumn settles over the quiet village of Sleepy Hollow, strange legends and local folklore come to life in Washington Irving’s timeless tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman. Grab a cup of cider and listen closely as we revisit one of the most enduring ghost stories in American literature.

I’ve been visiting Eureka Springs, Arkansas, my whole life, and in recent years, I’ve watched its popularity grow, especially within the horror community.
In this episode, I sit down with Colton Scrivner, executive director of Nightmare in the Ozarks Film Festival and the Zombie Crawl, to chat about horror fandom, what to expect at this year’s festival, and how one quirky Arkansas town is becoming an unforgettable destination for all things weird.
Learn more about the festival:
Nightmare in the Ozarks
Get Coltan’s book:
Morbidly Curious by Coltan Scrivner

In this episode, I’m joined by friend of the show Bob to kick off the Southern Gothic series with a discussion of The Skeleton Key from 2005. We’re exploring what makes this film a quintessential Southern Gothic story—from its decaying plantation and dark history to its eerie use of mirrors, hoodoo rituals, and folklore.
Set against a rain-soaked Louisiana landscape and building toward an unforgettable twist, The Skeleton Key remains one of the most atmospheric ghost stories of the 2000s. We’re taking a closer look at what makes its horror so effective, and the deeper themes hiding beneath its supernatural story.
Listen:
Straight Chilling: Horror Movie Review
Read:
Guide to Southern Gothic: 10 Dark Must-Reads

Pennywise the clown has become an enduring icon, terrifying kids for generations. In this special bonus episode, I’m joined by Matt and Jackie to revisit the It miniseries that started it all. We’re discussing Tim Curry’s unforgettable performance, the bond of the Losers Club, Derry’s dark history, and that infamous ending—spider, deadlights, and all.
Related Episodes:
Stephen King Detour: IT Welcome to Derry
Live from Bangor Maine
Light & Shadow: The Boogeyman

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Watch:
Pennywise: The Story of IT