FANGORIA has teamed up with some of the leading horror genre experts to bring you COLORS OF THE DARK. Join hosts Dr. Rebekah McKendry (professor, Fangoria, writer-director) and Elric Kane (professor, Pure Cinema Podcast, filmmaker) as they take a deep look at the horror genre. Each show explores a specific part of horror history, key players, franchises, deep cut titles, important films, and interviews with some of the genres’ biggest icons. COLORS OF THE DARK PODCAST is presented by the FANGORIA Podcast Network.
S3 Ep103: The Return
Aug 08, 2025
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Episode 103 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films WEAPONS, TOGETHER, DESCENDENT, MONSTER ISLAND & Series UNTAMED, FALLOUT & DEXTER: RESURRECTION. The duo then discuss horror facts and delve into what differentiates LOVECRAFT from LOVECRAFTIAN.
S3 Ep102: Satanic Hysteria!
May 16, 2025
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Episode 102 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, THE UGLY STEPSISTER, DANGEROUS ANIMALS, THE SURFER, FEAR BELOW, A DESERT & upcoming novel THE OCTOBER FILM HAUNT. The duo are then joined by Matthew Scott Kane to discuss the Satanic Panic and how it inspired his peacock series HYSTERIA! And the hosts close out the episode with their Horror recs for summer.
S3 Ep101: Clown Wave
May 02, 2025
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Episode 101 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films SINNERS, THE SHROUDS, IT FEEDS, POSSESSION: KERASUKAN, MARSHMALLOW, HELL OF A SUMMER, GOOSEBUMPS: THE VANISHING & CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD The duo then dive into their new show format with new segments filled with horror history and recommendations as well as a discussion on the current "Clown Wave"
S3 Ep100: Until Dawn
Apr 18, 2025
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Episode 100 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films DROP, DEAD TALENTS SOCIETY, GAZER, POPEYE THE SLAYER MAN & PSYCHO THERAPY. We then talk to Director David F. Sandberg about adapting video games and practical FX In his gory new film UNTIL DAWN.
S3 Ep99: Killer Unicorns
Apr 04, 2025
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Episode 99 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE WOMAN IN THE YARD, LOCKED, OPUS, INVADER, FREWAKA, CANNIBAL MUKBANG and JIMMY & STIGGS. We then talk to Writer /Director Alex Scharfman about his debut feature DEATH OF A UNICORN which leads to wild Unicorn lore, Creature features and working with comedy legends!
S3 Ep98: Horror Oscars for the 2000's
Mar 21, 2025
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Episode 98 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films ASH, BORDERLINE, CONTROL FREAK, FIGHT OR FLIGHT, CHAOS:THE MANSON MURDERS & HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS. The duo then return to the films of the 2000's to nominate deserving candidates for Horror Oscars, the films the Oscars overlooked.
S3 Ep97: The Rule of Jenny Pen
Mar 07, 2025
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Episode 97 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films THE MONKEY, THE GORGE, BLOAT, PRESENCE, KING TIDE, THE CALENDAR KILLER & DO NOT DISTURB. The duo are then joined by James Ashcroft, Director of COMING HOME IN THE DARK and the new Shudder release THE RULE OF JENNY PEN (as well as being one of Elrics oldest friends!). They discuss the dark power struggle at the heart of his new film, working with your heroes and making the transition from an actor to a film director.
S3 Ep96: Dark Valentines
Feb 07, 2025
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Episode 96 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films HEART EYES, WEREWOLVES, THE GIRL WITH THE NEEDLE, DARK MATCH, THE SOUL EATER and Elrics THE DEAD THING. The duo are then joined by JOSH RUBEN, the director of HEART EYES to discuss Rom Coms, slashers and creating a new icon for Valentines Day!
S3 Ep95: Companion
Jan 24, 2025
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Episode 95 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah discuss new films WOLF MAN, COMPANION, GRAFTED, THE DAMNED LAST STRAW, THE CALENDAR KILLER, #MissingCouple The duo are then joined by the writer-Director of COMPANION Drew Hancock to discuss his twisty new film as well as some favorite single location horror movies.
S3 Ep94: New Year, New Horror
Jan 10, 2025
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Episode 94 of Fangoria’s COLORS OF THE DARK Elric and Bekah return for the first show of the new year! They discuss new films NOSFERATU, YULE LOG 2 and shows MISSING YOU & THE CREEP TAPES. They then highlight 5 horror films each they are most anticipating in 2025. The duo are then thrilled to be joined by one of their favorite authors, Ronald Malfi (Come with Me, Bone White) to discuss his latest book, SENSELESS, a dark LA horror noir and his writing process and influences from his prolific career.
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