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Watch If You Dare is a podcast exploring horror cinema through the eyes of a coward and the eyes of a longtime fan. Whether you’re a hardened horror expert, a casual in a love-hate relationship with scary cinema, or just a victim of a dare, join Derek, Aaron, and the occasional guest or two and face your fears. Find new episodes of Watch If You Dare on PodBean, iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please subscribe, rate and review.
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Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Thursday Apr 02, 2020
Aaron and Derek continue their horror journey through these quarantine days. This week, they consume 1985's satirical science fiction horror flick "The Stuff" written, produced, and directed by Larry Cohen. They touch on Cohen's approach towards consumerism with "The Stuff" and what makes this and his other films subversive. They also discuss his creative process in regard to schlock quality, control, and views on society. Why is that yogurt substance that Aaron and Derek keep eating now moving in the fridge? Because enough is never enough of The Stuff! Enough horror is never enough for Watch If You Dare!
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Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Society may be quarantined, but the spoop bois Derek and Aaron are still here to deliver the scares. This week, they discuss 2016's Irish-British independent horror film "A Dark Song" written and directed by Liam Gavin. They dig into the quality of acting done between a mostly two person cast, the handling of magic compared to reality and other media, and the emotional toll it had specifically on Derek. They also go through how the movie portrays themes and horror related to long term indoor isolation (sound familiar?). Did Aaron summon an angel or a demon? Is that actually Derek behind the door? Listen in!
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Thursday Mar 05, 2020
Thursday Mar 05, 2020
In this special episode, the Spoop Bois finally take on another juggernaut of horror cinema. Scientist and personal friend of the show Devin joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's science fiction horror masterpiece "The Thing" directed by John Carpenter. They dig into the themes of distrust and isolation, how the horror holds up decades later, what else can be said about a film that has been thoroughly discussed, the expanded lore shown in the comics, etc. They also go through a brief history of the flick in regard to production including referencing the novella "Who Goes There?" and 1951's film "The Thing from Another World." Devin disappears in the snowstorm, Aaron spends time with the dog, and Derek is locked in the tool shack.
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Thursday Feb 20, 2020
Thursday Feb 20, 2020
This week, Aaron and Derek dig into the 2016 South Korean zombie film "Train to Busan" directed by Yeon Sang-ho. They discuss the emotional weight from this film, what constitutes "good" zombie stories, returning to the fears of parenting, and the quality of Korean horror and cinema in general. They also talk about the amazing cast and credits, and their connections with other projects. All aboard, Derek and Aaron! Are those bite marks on your arms?
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Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
This week, Derek and Aaron tackle 2015's haunted house flick "We Are Still Here" written and directed by Ted Geoghegan. They discuss how it has a more Fulci vibe compared to Argento, the effective use of ghost story tropes, the shocking amount of gore, among many other topics. They also sample some choice music influenced in horror as well as other usual horror recommendations. Did Derek make it through a movie containing his greatest fears? Is Aaron ever going to fix the furnace in the basement? Listen to find out!
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Tuesday Jan 21, 2020
Tuesday Jan 21, 2020
Following the holiday break, Aaron and Derek are joined by returning guest Lauren to tackle 2001's psychological horror film "Session 9" directed by Brad Anderson. They discuss the movie's production and aesthetic with the use of an actual mental hospital, the aspects of masculinity with the main characters, and possibility of supernatural influence. They also touch on the portrayal of mental health in regard to context of the film and past covered flicks. Also, David Caruso is in this movie. Will Derek find the coins? Why is Aaron suddenly wearing sunglasses? Is the knocking ever going to stop for Lauren? This episode sounds like it's a little......crazy. YEAAAAAAAAAAAH!
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Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
It's the 2019 Christmas episode! Aaron and Derek celebrate with 1974's Canadian slasher "Black Christmas" directed by Bob Clark. They discuss how the movie remains horrifying 40+ years later, what sets it apart from the recent string of films they've done, and why they chose to watch it for the holidays. They also cover the serious issues the film tackles, plot similarities to serial killers and other genre flicks, the juxtaposition of Christmas and horror, Olivia Hussey's accent, and much more. Ignore the carolers, check the attic! There's someone on the phone! We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare
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Thursday Dec 12, 2019
Thursday Dec 12, 2019
This week, the spoop bois Derek and Aaron are joined by returning guest Heather Murray to talk 1984's science fiction horror flick "Night of the Comet" directed by Thom Eberhardt. They discuss how the movie handles strong female protagonists, the horrors of post apocalyptic 80s teenage wasteland, and the portrayal of sisterhood and family. They also get into why Catherine Mary Stewart and Kelli Maroney crush it in the main roles, and they take the time to discuss other horror recommendations like usual. Hit up the mall, and plug us into your headphones! We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare
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Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
Tuesday Nov 26, 2019
That's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast! This week, the Spoop Bois Derek and Aaron talk 1987's American slasher "Blood Rage" (also known as "Nightmare at Shadow Woods" and "Slasher") directed by John Grissmer. They discuss the connection to Thanksgiving, Louise Lasser's crazy performance, the ridiculous location of the film, over the top gore, and much more. They also give thanks to many who have supported them along the way. They aren't Todd, but they are the hosts. Cut your turkey and listen along! We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare
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Thursday Nov 14, 2019
Thursday Nov 14, 2019
For the 25th episode, the spoop boys tackle their first documentary. With friend of the hosts Jeff Rogers (yes, he is a doctor) joining them, they discuss 2015's "The Nightmare" directed by Rodney Ascher. They talk about why the documentary works as a horror movie, they share stories about nightmares and sleep paralysis, and they examine possible theories and causes. Derek is tested by one of the scarier movies they've covered. Jeff is as eccentric as ever. Aaron thinks life is a dream. Sleep tight and pay no mind to that shadow moving in the corner. We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, CastBox, and Google Play. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Our socials are on Facebook and Twitter @WatchIfYouDare