Corpse Club

The Corpse Club celebrates their 100th episode by discussing their 100 essential horror movies! Listen as Heather Wixson, Patrick Bromley, Scott Drebit, Derek Anderson, and Jonathan James gather among the tombstones to talk about the 100 horror movies they believe are essential viewing before you enter the graveyard for good. From Nosferatu and Get Out to 98 other films in between, the Corpse Club co-hosts each name 20 must-watch horror movies, forming an eclectic list of 100 titles in this candid conversation that marks the longest episode yet of Daily Dead's podcast. So, clear a few hours from your schedule, grab a pen and paper to take notes (or to make your own list), and enjoy the 100th episode of Corpse Club! Also, be sure to give yourself a pat on the back, because we couldn't get to 100 episodes without listeners like you! Whether you're just tuning in for the first time or you've been staying scary with us since the first episode, we thank you from the bottom of our horror-loving hearts for your support!

Get ready for a killer round of croquet, because Corpse Club co-host Heather Wixson is joined by Vidiots Foundation Executive Director Maggie Mackay to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Heathers! Listen as Heather and Maggie discuss Michael Lehmann's unforgettable high school dark comedy, including the film's bold performances, satirical social commentary, fearless screenplay (written by Daniel Waters), endlessly quotable dialogue, and its undeniable influence on pop culture and generations of filmmakers. Heather and Maggie also talk about the Heathers 30th anniversary screening in Los Angeles that features a Q&A with Lehmann, Waters, and co-star Lisanne Falk, presented by the Vidiots Foundation, the UCLA Film & Television Archive, and Ace Hotel. So, sit back, relax, and prepare for big fun on a new episode of Daily Dead's podcast!

Since the first issue hit shelves in October of 2003 and the first episode premiered on AMC on Halloween night of 2010, The Walking Dead has been an influential force in the horror genre, showing time and time again that the human survivors in the post-apocalypse can be just as deadly and cold-blooded as the ravenous living dead. With the ninth season of The Walking Dead TV series nearing its conclusion, Corpse Club co-hosts Tamika Jones, Derek Anderson, and Jonathan James reflect on nearly one full decade of the AMC series, including its groundbreaking gore, storytelling highs and lows, favorite villains, and most memorable walkers. In this spoiler-filled discussion, the trio also talk about the differences between the TV show and Robert Kirkman's comic book series, and they ponder what the future holds for The Walking Dead franchise. So, after you make sure you haven't been bitten, kick back, relax, and enjoy a new episode of Corpse Club!

With their fellow co-hosts hard at work outside of the cemetery, Scott Drebit and Derek Anderson are left to their own devices in the recording crypt for this episode of Corpse Club, leading to a candid discussion about a wide a range of horror-related topics (both past, present, and future). Listen as Scott and Derek talk about the SXSW buzz surrounding the world premiere of Jordan Peele's Us and other anticipated horror movies premiering in Austin, as well as their favorite recent horror and sci-fi viewings at home (and on a plane), their thoughts on Happy Death Day 2U, and their excitement for the new Twilight Zone series. The Daily Dead duo also celebrate Scott's 200th Drive-In Dust Offs and spend time at the news desk to discuss some of the most exciting recent occurrences in the horror genre, including Adrienne Barbeau joining the cast of DC Universe's Swamp Thing series, Hideo Nakata returning to the Ring franchise with Sadako, and A24's trailer for Ari Aster's second feature film, Midsomar. From current horror events to horror movies that deserve to be dusted off and rediscovered, there are lots of spooky subjects to enjoy on a new episode of Corpse Club!

Continuing their retrospective series on horror remakes that were released in 2009 and celebrate their 10th anniversaries this year, Horror BFFs Heather Wixson and Patrick Bromley head to the Theta Pi sorority house for a blood-spattered revisit of 2009's Sorority Row. From the chemistry of the movie's cast (featuring Carrie Fisher as house mother Mrs. Crenshaw) to its memorable kills and raucous college party backdrop, listen as Heather and Patrick take a deep dive into the reimagining of 1983's The House on Sorority Row, including how it ranks against other horror remakes released in 2009. So, after you finish singing the Theta Pi song, kick back, relax, and enjoy another Horror BFFs episode of Corpse Club!

Our Women in Horror Month celebration concludes with special guest Caroline Williams on a new episode of Corpse Club! Listen as Williams joins host Heather Wixson to discuss the eclectic, strong, and memorable roles she has played throughout her impressive acting career thus far, including Vanita "Stretch" Brock in Tobe Hooper's The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, Matty Crimmins in Jeff Burr's Stepfather II, and Amanda Fowler in B. J. McDonnell's Hatchet III (written by Adam Green). In addition to reflecting on her movie roles and the legendary actors she has worked with in her film career, Williams also discusses her appearances on TV series such as Hunter. So, after you make sure Leatherface and Chop-Top aren't lurking outside your door, sit back, relax, and enjoy the final installment of our Women in Horror Month 2019 celebration!

Our Women in Horror Month celebration continues with special guests Tamika Jones, Stephanie Crawford, and Emily von Seele on a new episode of Corpse Club! In this "ladies' night" episode, Heather Wixson is joined by the trio of fellow journalists to discuss their favorite female horror characters, including Julia from Hellraiser, Veronica from The Fly (1986), Alice from Cam, Amelia from The Babadook, and many more! So, sit back, relax, and listen as Heather, Tamika, Stephanie, and Emily pay tribute to their favorite females from the horror genre in this special installment of our Women in Horror Month 2019 celebration!

Spoilers abound in this deep dive into Happy Death Day 2U, so make sure you see the sequel before listening to this episode... and before the next time loop kicks in! "Death makes a killer comeback" in Happy Death Day 2U, and to celebrate the theatrical release of the time loop horror comedy sequel, Heather Wixson is joined by writer/director Christopher Landon and star Jessica Rothe on a special Valentine's Day bonus episode of Corpse Club! Listen as Landon and Rothe discuss the first Happy Death Day movie, their approach to keeping things fresh, exploring multiverses in the time traveling sequel, the emotional character arc of Tree Gelbman, blending horror and humor with creative kills, and Landon's plans for a third Happy Death Day film.