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Scary Spirits Podcast

Scary Spirits Podcast

By: Gregory Wallace and Karen Hudson
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Welcome to the Scary Spirits Podcast, where we explore the spine-tingling world of horror movies and pair them with delicious, themed cocktails! Each episode, our hosts will delve into a classic horror film, breaking down its scares and thrills, and analyzing its impact on the genre. But that’s not all – we’ll also be crafting a delicious cocktail inspired by the movie’s themes and characters. Whether you’re a horror movie buff or a cocktail connoisseur, the “Scary Spirits Podcast” has something for you. Join us as we explore the dark and spooky world of horror movies, and sip on a carefully crafted cocktail to set the mood. From the classic to the obscure, we’ll cover it all – and make sure you have a drink in hand to calm your nerves. So grab your shaker, dim the lights, and settle in for a night of “Scary Spirits”.© 2021-2025 Gregory Wallace & Karen Hudson - Scary Spirits Podcast Art
Episodes
  • The Mummy’s Shroud (1967) – SSP256

    The Mummy’s Shroud (1967) – SSP256
    Mar 18 2026
    Good evening, dear listener… and welcome to a most atmospheric installment of Scary Spirits, where reverence for classic horror and scholarly delight walk hand in hand through the shadows. In this week’s episode, we commemorate the March 15th anniversary of Hammer Films’ 1967 gothic horror classic, The Mummy’s Shroud—a chilling relic of Britain’s golden age of terror. Join your hosts, Karen and Greg, as they thoughtfully unwrap the film’s sinister wrappings, examining its brooding atmosphere, ancient curses, and unmistakable Hammer Horror craftsmanship. As the conversation unfolds, our hosts raise a glass of their thematically inspired “Bloody Snake Bite” cocktail, perfectly suited to an evening steeped in eldritch menace and archaeological doom. Together, they explore the film’s legacy, its place within the Hammer canon, and why The Mummy’s Shroud remains a compelling entry for devotees of classic horror cinema. If you are a connoisseur of Hammer Horror films, a student of 1960s gothic cinema, or simply one who delights in tales of ancient evil awakening under moonlit skies, this episode promises both insight and indulgence. Pray…do join us. Some spirits, after all, are best enjoyed in the dark. Bloody Snake Bite • 2 oz Southern Comfort• 4 oz cranberry juice• 1 splash Rose’s Lime Juice• 1 handful ice cubes• 1 lime wedge, for garnish Instructions: In a glass (highball would be ideal, but work with what you have), add a few ice cubes.Pour in the Southern Comfort.Add the cranberry juice, as well as a few splashes of Rose’s Lime Juice.Garnish with a lime wedge.Enjoy the taste of New Orleans! Source: food52.com A Brief Synopsis: In 1920 an archaeological expedition discovers the tomb of an ancient Egyptian child prince. Returning home with their discovery, the expedition members soon find themselves being killed. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Do you know what £12,000 in 1967 is worth in todays currency?Greg tells us about Hammer Glamour girls Maggie Kimberly and Elizabeth Sellars.We learn how an oasis (not the band) forms.Karen tells us all about clairvoyants.Greg makes references to the band Iron Maiden and Star Wars. Our rating of the film: This movie was OK. It took us 3 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktailsFollow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Friday the 13th (2009) – SSP255

    Friday the 13th (2009) – SSP255
    Mar 11 2026
    Hush now… and listen closely. This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, I invite you back to Camp Crystal Lake as we honor the cursed calendar day that started it all—Friday the 13th. Join your doomed counselors, Karen and Greg, as they bravely revisit the 2009 Friday the 13th film, dissecting every kill, callback, and chilling moment that dares disturb Jason’s legacy. As the blood runs cold, they sip on a wickedly themed cocktail—the “Jason Voorhees Crystal Lake Chiller”—a drink as deceptive and dangerous as the waters themselves. This episode is a must-listen for horror fans, slasher devotees, and anyone craving a nostalgic dive into one of the most infamous franchises in horror history. Remember…If you shouldn’t be listening…You’ll know. Jason Voorhees’ Crystal Lake Chiller • 1 1/2 oz Blue Curacao (for a deep lake-blue color)• 1 oz Vodka (clear like lake water)• 1/2 oz Lime juice (for sharpness)• 1/2 oz Triple sec• A splash of soda water (to add a misty effect)• Blue edible glitter (to mimic the shimmer of water under moonlight)• A sprig of mint (to represent the forest around Crystal Lake) Instructions: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in the Blue Curacao, vodka, lime juice, and Triple sec.Shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled.Strain into a highball glass filled with crushed ice.Top with a splash of soda water for a slight fizz.Sprinkle blue edible glitter over the top to create a shimmering water effect.Garnish with a sprig of mint and either a small decorative machete or a mask resting on the rim of the glass. Source: creepybonfire.com A Brief Synopsis: Against the advice of locals and police, Clay scours the eerie woods surrounding Crystal Lake for his missing sister. But the rotting cabins of an abandoned summer camp are not the only things he finds. Hockey-masked killer Jason Voorhees lies in wait for a chance to use his razor-sharp machete on Clay and the group of college students who have come to the forest to party. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Karen gives us a history of Pabst Blue Ribbon beer.Our hosts reminisce about the band Night Ranger and the song “Sister Christian”.We learn some safety facts about motorcycle helmets.The history of “Hustler” magazine is discussed.Greg makes a reference to a song by the band “Dokken”. Our rating of the film: This movie was OK. It took us 3 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktailsFollow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • The Witches (1966) – SSP254

    The Witches (1966) – SSP254
    Mar 4 2026
    Come closer… the shadows grow restless. This week on the Scary Spirits podcast, Greg presses onward in his relentless crusade to review every Hammer Horror film, dragging the 1966 cult nightmare The Witches, starring the chillingly composed Joan Fontaine, out from beneath layers of dust and dread. Your hosts Karen and Greg peer deep into this unsettling piece of classic British horror, unraveling its curses, quiet menace, and creeping atmosphere—where evil whispers instead of screams. As the discussion darkens, so does the glass, with a specially prepared “Voodoo Doll” cocktail fueling the descent into the occult. Expect brooding analysis, shadow‑soaked commentary, and a slow burn of supernatural unease as folklore, fear, and film history entwine. This is Hammer Horror at its most insidious—subtle, sinister, and steeped in doom. Pour carefully, listen closely, and remember… some spirits are better left undisturbed. Voodoo Doll Cocktail • 1/2 oz vodka• 1/2 oz of Chambord Raspberry Liqueur (alt: raspberry liqueur)• orange juice• cranberry juice Instructions: Add vodka and Chambord to a shaker.Add orange juice and cranberry juice until desired taste.Shake and serve with ice in a cocktail glass. Source: cocktailbuilder.com A Brief Synopsis: Gwen Mayfield suffers a mental collapse after a showdown with a witch doctor while performing missionary work in Africa. Once she recuperates, she starts teaching at a private school in England and gets to know Linda, one of her students. Linda’s boyfriend claims that there is a cult that is going to sacrifice her, and Gwen begins to investigate the wild rumors. This leads her to a confrontation with powerful cult leader Stephanie Bax. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: We learn what a mangle is.Dr. Karen tells us about penicillin.Karen gives us a little history on Galileo and his feather and cannonball experiment.The career of Joan Fontaine is discussed.Greg tells us about the Christian holiday Lammastide.Greg also makes a reference to Todd Rundgren. Our rating of the film: This movie was so bad that it took us 4 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and InstagramSubscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktailsFollow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.
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    1 hr and 15 mins
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