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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
  • Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde (1971) – SSP260

    Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde (1971) – SSP260
    Apr 22 2026
    This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we draw back the velvet curtain to commemorate the U.S. release anniversary of Hammer Horror’s 1971 classic, Dr. Jekyll and Sister Hyde, released on April 15th. With scholarly precision and a suitably macabre twinkle, hosts Karen and Greg examine the film’s daring reimagining of Robert Louis Stevenson’s tale—where science, repression, and identity intertwine in true Hammer fashion. Expect thoughtful discussion of the film’s performances, atmosphere, gender-bending shock, and its enduring place in the golden age of British horror cinema. Naturally, such an elegant descent into madness demands refreshment. As the clock strikes midnight, our hosts raise a glass to the good doctor with a themed Brandy Old Fashioned cocktail, rich, refined, and just a touch dangerous—much like the film itself. If you are a devotee of Hammer Horror films, classic 1970s horror cinema, or simply relish intelligent conversation steeped in Gothic charm, then join us… because some experiments are far too fascinating to resist. Listen now to Scary Spirits Podcast — where classic horror meets wickedly good spirits. Brandy Old Fashioned • 2 oz brandy• 1/2 oz simple syrup• 3 dashes aromatic bitters• 2 dashes orange bitters• Garnish: orange peel and brandied cherry Instructions: Add brandy, simple syrup, aromatic bitters, and orange bitters to a glass with ice and stir until well chilled.Squeeze the orange peel over the glass and drop it in.Garnish with a brandied cherry. Source: ohlq.com A Brief Synopsis: Blackly comic variation on the classic tale, in which the good doctor, experimenting with ways to prolong life, tests the formula on himself and metamorphoses into a beautiful woman. His alter ego turns out to have a very nasty streak, killing prostitutes who, terrified of Jack the Ripper, believe they have nothing to fear from a woman. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: We learn about the original novella by Robert Louis Stevenson that inspired the film.The history of the White Chapel murders is discussed.Dr. Karen tells us all about the use of Lime in mass burials.Karen gives us stats about the murder rate of men. 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
  • Anaconda (1997) – SSP259

    Anaconda (1997) – SSP259
    Apr 15 2026
    Wow… this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we’re sliding back into the jungle for a seriously wild celebration of the 1997 cult creature feature Anaconda—yeah, that Anaconda—which slithered into theaters on April 11, 1997, starring Jennifer Lopez and a whole lot of oversized snake energy. It’s one of those late‑’90s horror-adventure movies that just makes you lean back and go, “Wow… they really don’t make ’em like this anymore.” Join Karen and Greg as they kick back, talk man‑eating serpents, jungle paranoia, and all the gloriously over-the-top moments that helped make Anaconda a staple of ’90s horror films. And because it’s Scary Spirits, they’re pairing the episode with a dangerously fun, themed “Blue Anaconda” cocktail that’s as bold and unforgettable as the movie itself. So grab a drink, hit play, and wrap yourself around this laid‑back, laugh-filled deep dive into one of the most memorable creature horror movies of the decade. Wow… trust us—you’re gonna want to listen. Blue Anaconda • 2/3 oz coconut rum• 2/3 oz vanilla vodka• 1 oz blue curaçao• 1 oz milk/cream Instructions: Add all ingredients into a shaker with ice.Shake well until chilled.Strain into a glass (typically a coupe or cocktail glass). Source: Common Man Cocktails A Brief Synopsis: Filmmaker Terri Flores is traveling deep in the Amazon jungle looking for a forgotten tribe. Terri and her crew, which includes an anthropologist and a cameraman, come across Paul, who is stranded on the riverbank. He offers to help them find the tribe, but his secretive behavior puts everyone on edge. They realize too late that he’s using them to find a legendary anaconda that’s worth a fortune — if they can catch it. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Naturally, we learn all about anacondas.Dr. Karen (the geography expert) tells us all about the Amazon River.Tragically, we hear about the Candiru catfish. We will never forget.Does dynamite detonate if it’s wet? tune in to find out. 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 10 mins
  • Wake Wood (2009) – SSP258

    Wake Wood (2009) – SSP258
    Apr 8 2026
    This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we beckon you into the shadowed heart of modern Hammer Horror as we commemorate the recent U.S. release anniversary of the 2009 folk‑horror gem Wake Wood, unveiled stateside on March 25, 2011. A film steeped in ancient ritual, creeping dread, and the terrible cost of defying death, Wake Wood stands as a chilling reminder that some doors, once opened, can never be closed. Join your devoted hosts, Karen and Greg, as they dissect this unsettling tale of grief and resurrection—exploring its ties to classic Hammer traditions, its atmospheric Irish setting, and the sinister folklore that pulses beneath every frame. Expect thoughtful analysis, reverent admiration, and a measured descent into the darker corners of the human soul. To honor the film’s brooding Irish roots, the discussion is accompanied by a specially crafted themed cocktail: the Irish Wolfhound—bold, refined, and not to be underestimated. So pour yourself a glass, draw the curtains tight, and prepare to walk willingly into the woods… for Scary Spirits invites you to confront the horror that waits beyond the firelight. Irish Wolfhound • 2 oz Irish whiskey• 2 oz ginger beer• 1 oz pink or ruby red grapefruit juice Instructions: Add the whiskey, ginger beer, and juice in a rocks glass.Add ice to the glass.Garnish each drink with grapefruit half slices. Source: whygoouttoeat.com A Brief Synopsis: After a crazed dog kills their nine-year-old daughter, Patrick and his wife Louise decide to relocate. Moving to the remote town on Wake Wood, they stumble upon the locals enacting a terrifying ritual said to bring the dead back to life for three days. Desperate to see their daughter alive again, the couple strike a deal with town leader Arthur to be part of the ceremony, but how will they cope when the three days are up? Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Dr. Karen tells us all we need to know about Bovine Cesarean Sections.Greg gets schooled about wind turbines and electricity. 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 9 mins
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