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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.
Episodes
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Episode 134: Arachnophobia
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
After an unexpected hiatus, Aaron and Derek are back to tackle 1990's spider attack horror flick "Arachnophobia" directed by Frank Marshall in his directorial debut. They talk about Aaron's severe arachnophobia, how fun the cast is, and what it was like filming with real spiders. They also get into trusting health experts, wishing movies like this were still made, Frank Marshall's wild career in film, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek know there's a spider in the barn!
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Friday Mar 15, 2024
Episode 133: Cube
Friday Mar 15, 2024
Friday Mar 15, 2024
On this episode, Derek and Aaron tackle 1997's Canadian independent sci-fi horror flick "Cube" directed and co-written by Vincenzo Natali. They talk about the themes of paranoia and hopelessness, the simple yet effective aesthetic of the setting, and how the filmmaking choices worked around having a small budget. They also get into the amateur performances, Natali's initial ideas for the Cube, how the lack of explanation works, and many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron know that boundless human stupidity awaits them out there.
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Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Episode 132: Us w/ special guest Dash Chain
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
Saturday Feb 24, 2024
First time guest Dash Chain joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 2019's psychological horror movie "Us" written and directed by Jordan Peele. They talk about Peele's inspiration behind writing the movie, the commentary on American privilege and other themes, and the unsettling nature of doppelgängers. They also get into the horror and comedy in this flick vs "Get Out," the excellent cast and performances, the deliberate visuals and dialogue in every scene, among many other aspects of the film. Aaron, Derek and Dash see a family in the driveway.
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Saturday Feb 10, 2024
Episode 131: Rosemary's Baby w/ special guest Heather Gunnell
Saturday Feb 10, 2024
Saturday Feb 10, 2024
On this episode, librarian and show superfan Heather Gunnell joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1968's psychological horror film "Rosemary's Baby" written and directed by the very problematic Roman Polanski and adapted from Ira Levin's 1967 novel. Trigger warning: there is discussion about Polanski's 1977 sexual abuse case and other allegations. As far as the movie goes, they talk about the fears of pregnancy, loss of control, gaslighting, and isolation. They also get into differences between the book and movie, art vs. the artist, women's liberation in the 60s and other aspects of the flick. Pain, begone, Derek and Aaron will have no more of thee! Heather told me to make sure and tell you: the name is an anagram.
Heather's links!
Etsy: thepatchworkwitch.etsy.com (special coupon code WATCH for 15% off)
Instagram: @patchworkwitchquilts
TikTok: @patchworkwitch
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePatchworkWitch
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Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Episode 130: Misery
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
This episode, the Spoop Bois Derek and Aaron tackle 1990's psychological thriller film "Misery" directed by Rob Reiner and adapted from Stephen King's 1987 book of the same name. They discuss the idea of toxic fandom under the modern lens, the positive change of expanding the sheriff's story, and the wonderful balance of dread and dark comedy. They also get into the casting that led to the amazing performances, why this should be considered a horror movie, the tone of violence in the film vs the book, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek will take good care of you. They're your number one fans.
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Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Episode 129: The Killing of a Sacred Deer w/ special guest Nina G. Jones
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
For the first episode of 2024, Aaron and Derek are joined by author and podcaster Nina G. Jones ("Twisted Mirror" podcast) to discuss 2017's psychological horror film "The Killing of a Sacred Deer" directed by Yorgos Lanthimos. They get into the strange character behaviors, ideas of revenge and impossible choices, and whether or not this movie can be considered a dark comedy. They also talk about allusions to Greek tragedy and myths, familial dynamics and favoritism, Barry Keoghan's otherworldly character and many other aspects of the flick. Derek has hair under his arms. Aaron is slurping spaghetti. Nina can make you mashed potatoes tomorrow.
Nina's links!
Nina’s Website: https://www.ninagjones.com/
Twisted Mirror Podcast: https://www.twistedmirrorpodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twistedmirrorpod
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twistedmirrorpodcast/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@twistedmirrorpodcast
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare
We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare
Friday Dec 22, 2023
Friday Dec 22, 2023
For the Christmas 2023 episode, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guest Andrew Parker ("Ob(scene)" on Scare You To Sleep podcast) to discuss 1995's Spanish-Italian holiday comedy horror movie "El día de la bestia" ("The Day of the Beast") directed by Álex de la Iglesia. They get into Iglesia's filmography, subjects and themes throughout his movies, and the impact "The Day of the Beast" had on Spain's cinema and pop culture. They also talk about the open ended nature of the plot, the practicality of the film, how the backdrop of Christmas and real life landmarks are used, and many other aspects of the film. Aaron and Derek intend to commit all the evil they can. Andrew will be here, today is the Day of the Beast!
Andrew's links!
Ob(scene): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1MQFtSSd2D82Fu6qLMdBZq?si=46SRfijeS-y-QRxflbFbOg&pi=u--_cNFbKGRz2N
Ob(scene) on Amazon: https://a.co/d/f7YG50M
At Dawn, They Sleep - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqnedRqDEpLjejeUniO4sXaSHROIFk5kG&si=UVrSubSNdQphrCsT
Crypta on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crypta/id1435115679
Ghosters on Apple Podcasts:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ghosters/id1569423275
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare
We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Episode 127: The Last Winter
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
This episode, Aaron and Derek tackle 2006's eco-horror movie "The Last Winter" directed by Larry Fessenden. They discuss how the Alaskan setting itself is both beautifully shot and a major contributor to the horror. They also get into the obvious commentary on the environment, Fessenden's interpretation of events vs what the movie shows, the harsh setting used in production and why some aspects of the movie may not work. It's coming up from the ground - podcasters...Aaron and Derek.
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare
We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
Blood Rage 2023: Back in the Blood w/ Nate & Tyler of the Bruce Campbell Podcast
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
Thursday Nov 23, 2023
For Thanksgiving, the Spoop Bois are joined by returning guests Nate Boyd & Tyler McCarty of The Bruce Campbell Podcast and Animorphing Time Podcast to tackle the 1980s cult holiday slasher film "Blood Rage" directed by John Grissmer. They discuss why they chose this film and what makes it perfect horror viewing for Thanksgiving. They also dig into what Nate & Tyler thought about the movie and their opinions on character motivations. Derek is not Aaron. Nate and Tyler are eating leftovers on the floor. Surprise, that's not cranberry sauce, it's a podcast (again again again AGAIN)! If you've read this far, congratulations and thanks.
Nate Boyd's Twitter: @BateNoyd
Tyler McCarty's Twitter: @bearnurse
The Bruce Campbell Podcast @BruceCPod : https://anchor.fm/brucecpod
Animorphing Time Podcast @animorphingtime : https://animorphingtime.com/
Red Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/AnimorphingTime/shop?asc=u
Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WatchIfYouDare
We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Episode 125: The House on Sorority Row w/ special guest Whitney
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
This episode, new guest Whitney (cohost of the podcast "True Crime Campfire") joins Aaron and Derek to discuss 1982's slasher film "The House on Sorority Row" written and directed by Mark Rosman. They talk about what makes this underrated and stand out from the 80s Friday the 13th "clones" and how it subverts tropes and expectations from the genre and even it's own title. They also get into the shooting locations, the female led cast, the horrors of making poor choices in college, and many other aspects of the movie. Derek and Aaron are sea pigs. Whitney turned off the pool lights.
Listen and Follow "True Crime Campfire"
Their website: https://www.truecrimecampfirepod.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/truecrimecampfire/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truecrimecampfire/
We are on PodBean, Apple Podcasts, Podchaser, Goodpods, Amazon Music, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, and CastBox. Please rate, review, subscribe, and share our show. Also, check out our Spotify Music playlist, links on our Twitter and Podbean page. Our socials are on Facebook, Twitter and Hive @WatchIfYouDare