The Ghostly Gallery Podcast

Filmmaker Ansel Faraj returns to The Ghostly Gallery to talk about his first book, Reel’d In: Impressions of Film, an unconventional love letter to movies spanning classic and contemporary cinema, film noir, cult favorites, and horror.

Ansel joins Bruce and Tracy to talk about his love of movies and the inspiration behind the book. Along the way, we explore changing tastes, memorable viewing experiences, and movies worth a second look.

Join us as we celebrate the films that stay with us and keep us coming back for more.

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Ansel Faraj

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Ansel’s Column can be found in these publications: https://webelongdead.co.uk/

Watch Loon Lake: https://tubitv.com/movies/499455/loon-lake

Watch The Great Nick D: https://tubitv.com/movies/100039624/the-great-nick-d

Watch Doctor Mabuse: https://tubitv.com/movies/628148/doctor-mabuse

Watch Will & Liz: https://tubitv.com/movies/611459/will-liz

Watch Todd Tarantula: https://tubitv.com/movies/100000932/todd-tarantula

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Creepshow, The Evil Dead, and more take center stage as returning guest Kirk Hazen joins Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria for a Halloween special on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast!

We’re reviewing five horror films packed with restless corpses, alien terrors, demonic possession, and twisted tales. From an isolated graveyard to a terrifying train journey and a cabin you really shouldn’t visit, there’s plenty to talk about.

Our Halloween lineup:

🎃 Children Shouldn’t Play with Dead Things (1972)

🚂 Horror Express (1972)

📖 The Evil Dead (1981)

🧟 Night of the Creeps (1986)

💀 Creepshow (1982)

Join us as we share our thoughts on the stories, performances, creatures, and memorable moments, and discuss how these films hold up today.

Which one would you add to your Halloween watchlist? Let us know in the comments!

Episode 158

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Something strange is happening in Potter’s Bluff. This week on The Ghostly Gallery, William Sandell returns to talk about his work as art director on the 1981 horror film Dead & Buried.

William shares memories from the set, the atmosphere during filming, and what went into creating the town where the story unfolds. We also talk about the cast, the film’s special effects, and how Dead & Buried found an audience after its theatrical release.

Join us for a behind the scenes conversation about one of horror’s most unusual small towns.

Episode 157

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The Ghostly Gallery welcomes actors Brooke Tallman and Steve Dillon to preview Night of the Living Dead Live, presented by Bigger Dreams Productions at Oneonta’s Foothills Performing Arts Center this October. Steve, who also founded Bigger Dreams Productions, joins Brooke to discuss their roles, rehearsals, and the challenges of bringing a horror classic to the stage with a mix of scares and comedy.

Night of the Living Dead Live performances take place October 16, 17, 23, and 24 at 8 p.m., and October 18 and 25 at 2 p.m.

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Then Bruce and Tracy review Lee Cronin’s The Mummy (2026), which follows a family reunited with their missing daughter eight years after her disappearance. They discuss the story’s supernatural turns, the cast, the detailed special effects, and their reactions to this very different take on a mummy movie, keeping the biggest surprises under wraps.

Episode 156

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October is bringing a wide range of vintage horror and sci-fi films to the MOVIES! TV Network. Author and Dan Curtis historian Jeff Thompson returns to The Ghostly Gallery to help us preview eight of the films on the schedule.

From Christopher Lee’s Dracula and Vincent Price’s The Tingler to the eerie Hill House of The Haunting, there’s plenty to discuss. We also get into The Day Mars Invaded Earth, Fantastic Voyage, Beneath the Planet of the Apes, House of Dark Shadows, and The Night Stalker. Jeff shares his thoughts on the stories, performances, and creative choices that make these films memorable, while we pick out a few favourites to watch this October.

Episode 155

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Dr. Jeff Thompson:

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The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker and Other Productions, 2d ed.

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House of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur

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Nights of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Epics of the Dark Shadows Auteur

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Mad science, interdimensional monsters, and a perfectly mannered child with a murderous secret come together in this episode of The Ghostly Gallery.

First, we enter the strange world of Stuart Gordon’s From Beyond (1986), a science-fiction body horror movie inspired by H.P. Lovecraft. We talk about the Resonator, the wild practical effects, and performances from Jeffrey Combs, Barbara Crampton, Ken Foree, and Ted Sorel.

Then we turn back to The Bad Seed (1956), the disturbing story of an eight-year-old girl whose sweet appearance hides something much darker. We look at Rhoda’s cold and calculating behavior, the performances, and an ending that caught us completely by surprise.

These movies approach horror in very different ways. One puts it right on the screen with purple light, monsters, and slime, while the other disguises it behind innocence and charm. Join us as we take a closer look at both films and share what we thought.

Episode 154

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This week, The Ghostly Gallery Podcast offers a little bit of everything. Musician Russell Wolinsky joins us to talk about appearing with his punk band, the Sick F’s, in the 1982 horror film Alone in the Dark. Russell shares how the band became involved, what it was like filming the nightclub scene, and the story behind their unforgettable song, “Chop Up Your Mother.”

We also hear about Bruce’s recent experience at SerlingFest and answer some great listener questions in the Monster Mailbag.

Episode 153

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The Ghostly Gallery Podcast welcomes Mark Dawidziak, author of more than 25 books and a respected authority on classic literature, television, and popular culture. Known for his work on Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, Rod Serling, and The Twilight Zone, Mark joins us to discuss his newly revised and expanded book, The Night Stalker Companion: Fifty Years of Night Stalking.

Mark takes us through the history of Carl Kolchak, from Jeff Rice’s original novel and the record-setting 1972 television movie The Night Stalker to The Night Strangler and the 1974 series Kolchak: The Night Stalker. We also explore Darren McGavin’s unforgettable performance and the lasting appeal of a franchise that continues to influence horror and supernatural television more than five decades later.

Join us as we celebrate Carl Kolchak and the enduring legacy of The Night Stalker.

Episode 152

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A beautiful summer home. A bargain too good to be true. What could possibly go wrong?

This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back our friend Josh Hitchens, horror historian, actor, and playwright, to discuss Burnt Offerings (1976). Directed by Dan Curtis and starring Karen Black, Oliver Reed, and Bette Davis, this haunted-house classic follows a family whose summer getaway takes a terrifying turn as their rented mansion begins to exert a strange influence over their lives.

We explore the film’s growing sense of dread, memorable performances, and disturbing moments as the house’s beauty hides something far more sinister. From the mysterious upstairs resident to the chilling figure of the chauffeur, there’s plenty to discuss in this tale of a home that asks far too much of its guests.

Join Tracy, Bruce, and Josh for a closer look at this 1970s horror classic and subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for more horror movie discussions, special guests, and stories from the darker side of entertainment!

Episode 151

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Josh Hitchens:

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Roddy McDowall built an extraordinary career that stretched from celebrated child-star performances to some of the most memorable roles in horror and science fiction.

On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome author Samuel Garza Bernstein to discuss his new book, Roddy McDowall: An Actor’s Life, the first full-length biography of the beloved Hollywood star. Samuel takes us behind the research, including his access to Roddy’s personal papers, and shares what he discovered about the man behind the many unforgettable performances.

We also explore Roddy’s work in the original Planet of the Apes films, The Legend of Hell House, Fright Night, The Twilight Zone, and Rod Serling’s Night Gallery, along with his passions outside of acting, including photography, directing, producing, and film preservation.

If you enjoy classic horror, science fiction, and discovering the stories behind the people who helped shape these genres, subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast. We have plenty more fascinating interviews, movie discussions, and journeys through horror history still to come!

Episode 150

Samuel Garza Bernstein

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We are not alone, but are the visitors coming in peace?

On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re reviewing Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day (2026) and James Cameron’s science-fiction classic Aliens (1986).

In Disclosure Day, a meteorologist’s strange on-air incident and a whistleblower carrying evidence of extraterrestrial life become part of a much larger fight to reveal the truth to the world. Then we return with Aliens, where Ripley joins a team of Marines investigating a colony that has suddenly gone silent. We talk about the stories, performances, memorable scenes, xenomorphs, conspiracy theories, and what makes both films worth watching.

Stay with us until the end as we open the Monster Mailbag and answer another question from one of our listeners.

If you enjoy horror, science fiction, aliens, and classic films, subscribe to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast and join us each week for more movie discussions and special guests.

Episode 149

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This week, actress Dedee Pfeiffer joins us for a candid and uplifting conversation about recovery, reinvention, and finding a new sense of purpose. Dedee talks about stepping away from Hollywood, confronting her struggles with alcohol, and returning to school to earn a master’s degree in social work.

We also discuss addiction, mental health, homelessness, and animal welfare. Before the interview ends, we look back at the cult horror-comedy Vamp, which celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2026.

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Episode 148

Dedee Pfeiffer

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Author, writer, and blogger Bill Fleck returns to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast to discuss his newest book, Bela’s Monster: Lugosi, the Monster, and Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man. Best known as Count Dracula, Bela Lugosi had a much more varied and complicated career. We explore his early films, his memorable performance in White Zombie, his two appearances as Ygor, and the story behind his only portrayal of Frankenstein’s Monster.

Bill shares what his research uncovered about Lugosi’s connection to the original 1931 Frankenstein, why so much of his role in Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man was removed, and how those changes affected the way his performance has been viewed over the years. We also discuss Lugosi’s deleted dialogue, the Monster’s blindness, and how differently the performance might have been received if audiences had seen it as originally intended.

Episode 147

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Amicus gave horror fans creepy dolls, cursed skulls, sinister experiments, werewolves, and some of the genre’s greatest stars.

This week, filmmaker Josh Kennedy and horror historian Dan Day join us to revisit seven Amicus films, including The Skull, Scream and Scream Again, Madhouse, and The Beast Must Die. We also discuss Peter Cushing, Christopher Lee, Vincent Price, and the unmistakable appeal of classic British horror.

What’s your favourite Amicus film? Let us know in the comments!

Episode 146

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Alfred Hitchcock's films continue to captivate audiences decades after their release, and in this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome back renowned Hitchcock scholar Professor Sidney Gottlieb!

Together, we explore four unforgettable Hitchcock classics: Rebecca (1940), Notorious (1946), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956), and Family Plot (1976). Along the way, we discuss Hitchcock's storytelling, unforgettable characters, film noir, suspense, memorable performances, and why these films continue to resonate with audiences today.

Whether you're a lifelong Hitchcock fan or just discovering his films, this conversation offers fascinating insights from one of the world's leading Hitchcock scholars.

Episode 145

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Sidney Gottlieb:

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Love can be dangerous... and so can trucks!

In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we dive into one of 2026's biggest horror surprises, Obsession, before shifting gears to Stephen King's gloriously over-the-top cult classic, Maximum Overdrive. From twisted relationships and shocking moments to killer machines, AC/DC, and the unforgettable Green Goblin truck, we're covering two horror films that couldn't be more different.

Whether you're a fan of modern psychological horror or classic '80s cult films, there's something in this episode for every horror fan.

Episode 144

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce and Tracy head back to 1976 to review The Food of the Gods, the cult creature feature from American International Pictures. With giant rats, giant wasps, giant chickens, and plenty of strange moments, this eco-horror classic gave us lots to talk about.

This episode also features a special Monster Bash segment where Bruce shares two interviews recorded at the convention. First, film historian and author Greg Mank joins us to discuss his latest work and the classic film Mad Love starring Peter Lorre. We also hear from Sean Cassidy, son of Ted Cassidy, best known to horror fans as Lurch from The Addams Family.

Join us for classic horror discussion, convention highlights, and a fun mix of monster mayhem and horror history.

Episode 143

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome Brian Forrest, also known as Toothpickings, a respected writer, researcher, and expert on vampires in popular culture.

Brian joins us to discuss his work exploring vampire history and folklore, along with his recent reprint of The Black Vampyre, the rare 1819 Gothic work attributed to Uriah Derrick D’Arcy. From forgotten horror history to the enduring fascination with vampire mythology, this is a fascinating conversation for horror fans and lovers of the macabre.

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Episode 142

Brian “Toothpickings” Forrest

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This week, The Ghostly Gallery Podcast welcomes author, horror historian, and Monster Kid Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Thompson. We explore the worlds of Dark Shadows, Dan Curtis, classic horror, fandom, conventions, writing, and more in a fun and wide-ranging discussion celebrating a lifetime dedicated to horror.

Plus, stick around for another edition of the Monster Mail Bag, where we share listener comments, questions, and feedback from the Ghostly Gallery community.

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Episode 141

Dr. Jeff Thompson

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The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker and Other Productions, 2d ed.

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House of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur

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Nights of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Epics of the Dark Shadows Auteur

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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we take a look at two very different cult horror films from the 1980s: Crawlspace (1986) and Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988).

First, we head into the dark world of Crawlspace, starring Klaus Kinski as a disturbed landlord who uses hidden passages and secret crawlspaces to spy on and terrorize his tenants. We discuss Kinski's chilling performance, the film's atmosphere, memorable moments, and whether this lesser-known thriller deserves more recognition among horror fans.

We then shift gears completely with Killer Klowns from Outer Space, the colorful cult classic about alien clowns invading a small town with cotton candy cocoons, living popcorn, balloon animals, and plenty of carnival-themed chaos. We talk about the film's lasting popularity, creative practical effects, memorable characters, and why horror fans continue to celebrate it nearly forty years after its release.

Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria as they explore two unique horror films that showcase just how varied the genre could be during the 1980s. From psychological terror and paranoia to outrageous horror-comedy, this double feature has a little bit of everything.

What are your thoughts on Crawlspace and Killer Klowns from Outer Space? Let us know in the comments..

Episode 140

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