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On today's episode Paul has his long time dear friends Dave, Tim and Janet Gregson. Fellow ministers and devoted horror fans they all discuss their favorite films, what they love about horror and how it fit with Christianity.

In this episode Paul and James discuss the key themes between the 2018 post-apocalyptic science fiction horror film A Quiet Place and the 1922 infamous German Expressionist vampire film Nosferatu. Key themes that connect the two films along with many Science Fiction tropes and why they work so well.

In this episode Paul and James discuss  Godzilla Minus One the 2023 Japanese epic kaiju film directed, written, and with visual effects by Takashi Yamazaki. Produced by Toho Studios and Robot Communications and distributed by Toho, it is the 37th film in the Godzilla franchise!

In this episode the Rev Dr Paul Leggett gives us a breakdown of Christmas and why we celebrate it on December 25th. How it started with the 25th being the birth of Mithras an ancient Iranian deity of the sun and light celebrated by the Romans. Why Christianity adopted it and how much this holiday really has ancient pagan and Roman roots.

In this episode James and Gwen discuss some the newer "pun" horror films playing off the Christmas season. It's a Wonderful Knife is a 2023 American slasher comedy film directed by Tyler MacIntyre and written by Michael Kennedy. It stars Jane Widdop, Jess McLeod, Joel McHale, Katharine Isabelle, William B. Davis, and Justin Long. It is a spin on the 1946 Christmas film It's a Wonderful Life. Violent Night is a 2022 an action comedy directed by Tommy Wirkola and written by Pat Casey and Josh Miller. It follows Santa Claus (portrayed by David Harbour) as he fights mercenaries who have taken a wealthy family hostage in their home.[6] The film also stars John Leguizamo, Alex Hassell, and Beverly D'Angelo. Please excuse our audio difficulties in this episode!

In this episode Paul, James and Gwen discuss the new Netflix gothic horror miniseries The Fall of the House of Usher created by Mike Flanagan. All eight episode go into a new and creative adaptation of the many classic stories from Edgar Allan Poe.

In this episode Paul, James and Gwen discuss some of their favorite watches for the spooky season!

In this interview we have the pleasure to interview Lynne Lugosi Sparks, the grand-daughter of Bela Lugosi best know for his iconic role as Dracula and his works within the Universal Horror Franchise. We are so delighted to hear some stories as well as the works for a new Biography set to come out in 2024.

In this episode Paul, James and Gwen celebrate the 100th episode of the podcast. Each talks about what made them decide to start this adventure and how Paul influenced everyone with his love of horror, myth and religion! Thank you to all our listeners for your support!

In this episode Paul, James and Gwen discuss the classic 1973 film The Exorcist. Directed by William Friedkin from a screenplay by William Peter Blatty, we discuss the theatrical version and the directors cut along with some hot takes as well as it social and historical significance for the era it was released.