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Episode 233: Henry Zebrowski on Horror, Aliens, and UFO: Unbelievably Friendly Organisms Oct 09, 2025

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Hey Horror Fans!!!

It’s the second week of spooky season and we’re joined by the one and only Henry Zebrowski, the podcasting legend, comedian, and actor you know from Last Podcast on the Left, Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell, and The Wolf of Wall Street.

Sean’s been waiting years for this one, and it does not disappoint. We chat horror, aliens, and the blurry line between both, from Henry’s years of UFO fascination to the psychic weirdness of the phenomenon itself. Plus, Henry tells us all about his upcoming film UFO: Unbelievably Friendly Organisms and how fans can help bring it to life through the ongoing Kickstarter campaign.

It’s a wonderful chat, perfect to absorb into your ear holes this spooky season, so if you’re down to get abducted, put on your tin foil hats and COME HANG OUT!!! 👽🎃

AND SUPPORT THE KICKSTARTER BELOW!!!!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/273799633/ufo-unbelievably-friendly-organisms

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The Strangers Revisited: Mostly Horror Rewind with Writer/Director Bryan Bertino Oct 02, 2025

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Spooky season is here and Steve and Sean are kicking it off with a loaded Mostly Horror Rewind. The guys start with some fresh horror news including a new cinematic R L Stine project, a revamp of Young Frankenstein, and Michael Shanks’ bizarrely titled Hotel Hotel Hotel Hotel.

Then it is back to one of their all time favorite conversations with writer, director, and producer Bryan Bertino. Bertino gave us The Monster and The Dark and the Wicked, but he is best known for writing and directing The Strangers, a film that remains foundational for Steve and Sean and still towers over the recent reboot trilogy. With The Strangers Chapter 2 now out in the world, it is the perfect time to revisit why the original is a horror masterpiece.

To wrap things up, Steve shares his commitment to watch 31 spooky movies in 31 days this October and runs through some of the titles on his list.

If you are ready for horror news, deep dives, and a full on spooky season hang then...

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Breaking Down HIM (2025) : The Good, the Bad, and the WTF is this? Sep 25, 2025

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On this episode of Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean dive into some of the biggest horror news of the week like Martin Scorsese teaming up with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence for a brand new horror project, and SNLs Kenan Thompson bringing Sleepaway Camp back in a surprising way. After the news, the guys share their thoughts on the new film HIM Directed by Justin Tipping and produced by Jordan Peele. They boys explore the highs, the lows, and who they think this interesting sports-meets-horror movie is really made for.

If you're looking for a laid back horror hang full of fresh news, honest reviews, and plenty of laughs along the way then...

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Author Clay McLeod Chapman Feeds Our Acquired Tastes Sep 18, 2025

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This week on Mostly Horror, Sean and Steve welcome back horror master Clay McLeod Chapman for a fun, introspective and wide ranging conversation. Clay talks about bringing his unique brand of dread to Marvel Comics (including Spiderman, Venom and Carnage), the eerie origins of his graphic novel Seance in the Asylum, and the twisted delights of his brand new short story collection Acquired Tastes.

From cursed cravings, handsy carrots, haunted history and breast pumps, Clay has a way of making even the strangest ideas feel disturbingly human, and he joins us to dig into the art of the horror short story, why collections are underrated treasure troves, and how grief, obsession, and madness creep into his work.

If you love horror that is darkly funny, deeply unsettling, and endlessly imaginative, you will not want to miss this episode sooo...

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Mostly Horror Rewind: Goosebumps Illustrator Tim Jacobus Sep 11, 2025

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Things didn’t go quite as planned this week on Mostly Horror, but sometimes that makes for the most interesting conversations. With our guest lineup shifting last minute, we start by unpacking the shocking news of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, reflecting on his controversial career, the polarizing reactions online, and the bigger cultural questions moments like this stir up. From there, we rewind to one of our earliest interviews with Goosebumps illustrator Tim Jacobus, a creative influence who shaped our love of horror from the start. It’s an unusual mix of current events and horror nostalgia, but it all comes together as a reminder of why we explore the dark, the strange, and the unforgettable in every episode.

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Eric LaRocca Returns: Mass Shootings, Controversial Horror, and the Burnt Sparrow Trilogy Sep 04, 2025

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This week on Mostly Horror we welcome back acclaimed author Eric LaRocca, one of the most exciting voices shaping modern horror. Eric is a three time Bram Stoker Award finalist, Shirley Jackson Award nominee, and Splatterpunk Award winner, recently praised by Esquire as a writer helping lead horror into its next golden age.

We talk about Eric’s upcoming novel We Are Always Tender With Our Dead, the first entry in the Burnt Sparrow trilogy arriving September 9th. The story explores America’s fixation on mass shootings and how horror can help us process collective tragedy. We also dive into the controversial nature of horror itself and the conversations around what themes and subjects the genre should or shouldn’t address.

Along the way Eric reflects on how their work has evolved since Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke and Everything the Darkness Eats, while digging into abominations, animal imagery, and what it means to cross thresholds. We also cover dream adaptation ideas, the lasting impact Eric hopes to leave with readers, and a brand new round of the Spook’em Scare’em Starter Kit.

This is also one of our first episodes since moving from Wondery to SiriusXM, which means new episodes now arrive every Thursday wherever you listen!!! Sooo...

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The Twisted Spine: A Horror Haven in the Heart of NYC Aug 28, 2025

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Step inside the world of The Twisted Spine, New York City’s first bookstore dedicated entirely to horror and dark literature. We’re joined by the founders to talk about their love of the genre, their horror origin stories, and why they felt the city needed a space that celebrates all things spooky, chilling, and weird.

We dig into the role horror plays in building community, especially in today’s dark times anddd get a sneak peek at the store’s layout and vibe, and even trade some horror hot takes you won’t want to miss!

Whether you’re a lifelong horror fan or just looking for your next creepy read, this episode is a must listen for anyone who loves indie bookstores, horror books, horror fans, and horror community spaces sooo...

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Macon Blair on Directing The Toxic Avenger, Monster Movies, and the Magic of a Guy in a Suit Aug 25, 2025

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Writer, director, producer, and actor Macon Blair joins us this week to talk about his fascinating career, and his bold new take on a cult classic: the unrated remake of The Toxic Avenger (in theaters August 29).

You’ve seen Macon on screen in films like Blue Ruin, Green Room, Thunder Road, and even Oppenheimer. He also won the Sundance Grand Jury Prize with his directorial debut I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore, starring Melanie Lynskey and Elijah Wood. Now, he’s back with a gooey genre shift...reimagining Lloyd Kaufman’s radioactive hero for a new generation while honoring the messy, subversive spirit of Troma.

We dig into Macon’s creative path from Murder Party with Jeremy Saulnier all the way to working with Elijah Wood and Peter Dinklage on this bonkers new Toxie. Along the way, we talk about practical effects (yes, intestines are involved), absurd kills that didn’t make the cut, the challenges of redesigning an iconic monster, and why The Toxic Avenger might actually be the perfect antidote to the Marvel-ification of movies.

and of course we ask the important question… when can we expect 2oxic 2venger: Toxie vs Dracula vs the Unicorn’s Horn in Space?

If you love cult cinema, superhero parodies, or just a good old fashioned over the top practical effect, you don’t want to miss this conversation sooo...

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Horror Hangout with Gigi Leal: Ice Cube’s War of the Worlds Chaos & Henry Zebrowski’s UFO Project Aug 18, 2025

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This week on Mostly Horror, we’re kicking back with horror influencer Gigi Leal (@RoomforScream) for a proper Horror Hangout.

We start with the question on everyone’s mind: what exactly is going on with this new War of the Worlds movie starring Ice Cube? It’s a screen-life take on the H.G. Wells classic, dropped on Prime Video in July, and somehow managed to land a 0% on Rotten Tomatoes. Depending on who you ask, it’s either a chaotic disaster full of bad CGI and shameless product placement or a campy mess worth watching with friends.

Then Sean talks about the thing he’s actually excited for: Last Podcast on the Left’s Henry Zebrowski is working on an alien comedy called UFO: Unbelievably Friendly Organisms. Details are scarce, but the title alone already has us sold.

From there, Gigi brings some sharp horror hot takes, we trade recommendations you’ll want to add to your watchlist immediately, and end up covering everything from comfort horror to movies that make you want to scream into the void.

If you’re into horror news, spicy opinions, and finding your next favorite creepy flick, this one’s for you sooo...

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Shaky Cams & Scary Stuff: Found Footage Horror w/ Adam Volerich Aug 11, 2025

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Steve’s flying solo this week with our brother in pod and recurring guest Adam Volerich from Eye of the Duck.

They kick things off by catching up and chatting about Adam’s new horror feature Drink and Be Merry, currently making the rounds on the festival circuit. From there, it’s a dive into the raw thrills of found footage horror!!! Exploring the cultural and personal impact of Cloverfield, and the intensity and unexpected fun of the [REC] series.

A laid back, horror nerd hang about the films that blur the line between fiction and the real world sooo...

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