This week on Scaredycast, we dive into some horror hot takes, a bizarre crime story, and listener tales from one of the creepiest places in America. We debate whether The Exorcist still holds up as a terrifying movie or if modern audiences are too desensitized. Then we ask an important survival question: if Jason Voorhees existed in real life, would most people actually survive him? We also discuss whether horror movies are failing to scare audiences because we’ve seen everything—or because filmmakers aren’t taking enough risks anymore. We talk about the absolutely insane story of a Louisiana man accused of pretending to be disabled in order to lure a nanny and have her perform infant-style care like diaper changes. Police say the suspect allegedly used a nanny service to bring victims to his home and was arrested on a human trafficking charge, with investigators saying similar incidents had happened before. And finally, a listener writes in with stories from working inside Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum—including what it’s like behind the scenes around some of the most infamous cursed objects in paranormal lore.

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This week on Scaredycast, we’re diving deep into horror, controversy, and chaotic survival debates.

We break down the disturbing case of Dr. George Kenney, the former principal of North Port High School whose private hypnosis sessions were linked to the tragic deaths of three students. What really happened? Was hypnosis a factor — or something more complicated?

Then we shift gears into pure horror fandom debate:

If the zombie apocalypse hits… are you surviving solo or rolling deep with a group?
Theater experience or watching horror alone at 2am in total darkness?
Are horror remakes killing originality — or keeping the genre alive for new fans?

And yes… we go FULL SPOILERS on Scream 7. Nothing is off limits. Twists, kills, returning characters, franchise direction — we’re breaking it all down.

Plus, Tony recaps hosting panels at Days of the Dead, including conversations with horror legends:

Tom Savini

Greg Nicotero

Chris Sarandon

Alex Vincent

Felissa Rose

…and somehow we also talk about roadside BBQ in Atlanta because of course we do.

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

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The time has come to put some farts in a jar and sell them for some cash. Kelsey tells the nightmarish story of the current state of her house, then it's listener story time recapping the insane story of Vince Li and the Greyhound Bus incident in Canada.

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Markiplier's film Iron Lung has shaken Hollywood up! A24 is now the proud owners of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, and Kenan and Kel are back to take on Frankenstein? All that and some listener questions answers and more on this week's Scaredycast!

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more!

Scaredycast is sponsored by:

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David Howard Thornton, Samantha Scaffidi and Amelie Mclain hit the stage at Days of the Dead to talk about Terrifier, Vicky, Pale Girl, and of course Art The Clown! What's next for Terrifier 4? What is some of their favorite kill scenes from the movie? And what British comedian inspired David as Art?

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

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The Soska Sisters took the stage to talk all things Soska, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, their previous work like American Mary, and what's up next! Hijinks and wild times always with the Soska Sisters, let us know who you would like to see have a panel at Days of the Dead!

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

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Screambox's Director of Programming Tony Wash joins Scaredycast to talk all things horror on the streaming service, video store memories, and the game show he co-created, Better Luck Than Chuck!

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And sign up to Screambox using code SCAREDY for the month of January and get your first 3 months for just $2.99!

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

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In this episode of Scaredycast we answer YOUR listener questions… including the very important one: Is Paul Bunyan actually an American kaiju? 🇺🇸🦖 We talk about the news of a Dracula theme park 🧛‍♂️🎢 Plus plenty of spooky tangents, chaos, and laughs along the way. Tell us: Is Paul Bunyan a kaiju… yes or no?

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

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It's a whole episode about animal attacks and killer animal movies! What's more terrifying than nature itself?! We talk about our favorite killer animal movies while getting hyped up for Paramount's new movie PRIMATE! Tell us some of your favorite killer animals and why we will forever be on their side.

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True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast!

Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more!

Scaredycast is sponsored by:

ValuSesh! Want to feel the vibes, but don't want to spend an arm and leg? Sesh For Less and use code SCAREDY at Checkout! ValuSesh.com

Fright Rags! Get your favorite horror movie merch from the best in the business! Use code SCAREDY10 at Fright-Rags.com

Spooky's Swirls! Delicious horror and pop culture themed desserts with more spooky secrets inside! Check them out in Chandler, AZ all year long!

Polar Bear's Pop Culture Shop! Get your nostalgic fix with the coolest toy store around! Check them out in Tempe, AZ!

🧠 Got a spooky story or weird news tip? Email us at [email protected]

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