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James Sabata and Don Guillory will be exploring social issues in horror. Each week we will down a different film or topic. Horror as Social Commentary is a topic we’ve covered at a few comic conventions in the past year. It’s become something that we each sincerely believe in academically as well as professionally. Social Commentary can take place in any genre, but horror has a way of planting seeds in our brains, allowing the ideas to be examined over time. While comedy has often been the go-to genre for examining social issues, horror is most effective vehicle for doing so. By creating a space where people are forced to be uncomfortable, our brains become more open to the realities around us.

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James Sabata and Don Guillory will be exploring social issues in horror. Each week we will down a different film or topic. Horror as Social Commentary is a topic we’ve covered at a few comic conventions in the past year. It’s become something that we each sincerely believe in academically as well as professionally. Social Commentary can take place in any genre, but horror has a way of planting seeds in our brains, allowing the ideas to be examined over time. While comedy has often been the go-to genre for examining social issues, horror is most effective vehicle for doing so. By creating a space where people are forced to be uncomfortable, our brains become more open to the realities around us.

    The Social Commentary of THE BLACKCOAT'S DAUGHTER (w/Jamie Flanagan)

    The Social Commentary of THE BLACKCOAT'S DAUGHTER (w/Jamie Flanagan)

    Screenwriter Jamie Flanagan joins us to discuss The Blackcoat's Daughter. We're exploring loneliness, grief, and loss. We additionally talk a lot about writing this episode. Jamie is a guest at SPIRITED GIVING, a horror themed fundraiser. Learn more here - . And pick up the Shadows in the Stacks anthology featuring Jamie's story MOIRA here -   Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 1 hr 42 min
    The Social Commentary of TO WONG FOO

    The Social Commentary of TO WONG FOO

    Author Anton Cancre joins us to talk about TO WONG FOO, THANKS FOR EVERYTHING, JULIE NEWMAR. We’re looking at Acceptance and Tolerance, Representation, Gender Stereotypes, Loyalty and Solidarity, the joy of Self-Expression and so much more.   Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 2 hr 6 min
    The Social Commentary of GODZILLA MINUS ONE (w/Thomas Brungardt)

    The Social Commentary of GODZILLA MINUS ONE (w/Thomas Brungardt)

    Thomas Brungardt joins us as we take on GODZILLA MINUS ONE. We're talking guilt, shame, trauma, war, survivor's guilt, and pitching a ridiculous follow up movie.   Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 1 hr 23 min
    The Social Commentary of BIRTH/REBIRTH (w/Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

    The Social Commentary of BIRTH/REBIRTH (w/Alvaro Zinos-Amaro)

    Author joins us for a look at Birth/Rebirth. We're exploring themes of loss, trauma, refusal to let go, manipulation, science, motherhood, bodily autonomy, and more. We're also looking at the process of writing his new book .     Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 1 hr 43 min
    The Social Commentary of HELL HOUSE LLC (w/Jenny Kiefer)

    The Social Commentary of HELL HOUSE LLC (w/Jenny Kiefer)

    Author (owner of ) joins us to talk HELL HOUSE, LLC. We're looking at haunted houses, gateways to hell, found footage, exploitation of tragedy, trauma, and people who won't just rewind the footage to see where their friend went.     Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 1 hr 17 min
    The Social Commentary of THE DESCENT (w/Michael Bettendorf & Jason McCord)

    The Social Commentary of THE DESCENT (w/Michael Bettendorf & Jason McCord)

    Michael Bettendorf and Jason McCord join us to chat about THE DESCENT. We're looking at trauma, survival, female empowerment, friendship, betrayal, and some creepy creatures trying to eat everyone.   Thanks for listening. Follow us on social media at the following links: Get TWO MONTHS OF FREE Podcast Hosting by going to Libsyn.com and using our affiliate code: NECRO Twitter:   Buy our Books:     As always, reviews and online shares are greatly appreciated.   TheNecronomi.com - Analyzing horror movies as social commentary  

    • 1 hr 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
16 Ratings

16 Ratings

smccarty84 ,

So good!

Just found this podcast! So glad I did! The hosts discuss such interesting topics. The way they tie in social concerns to the film/topic leaves me wanting to hear more. Check it out!

ghostguide02 ,

Came for “Psycho” got hooked by “Jaws”

Fun and insightful commentary on a wide variety of horror movies. The chemistry between the two hosts and their great guests are keeping me from going mad!

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