HAPPY HALLOWEEN, Spookies! In continuing the tradition of discussing the Halloween films in sequential order twice a year, we've finally come to HALLOWEEN 5: THE REVENGE OF MICHAEL MYERS. To help me discuss this mixed trick or treat bag of plot holes, narrative misfires, and countless script rewrites, I’m joined by one of my favorite friends, Mikey Aspinwall! JUSTICE FOR TINA! RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 57
Guest host Preston Fassel (accomplished horror journalist and celebrated author) joins to discuss Rob Zombie's controversial 2003 grindhouse-inspired 1970's fever dream, HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES. We also discuss Preston's time working with Rue Morgue, Fangoria, and Dread Central, and his novels, which include "Our Lady of the Inferno" and "Beasts of 42nd St." It's a HELLbilly Halloween hootenanny – let's go RICK OR TREATING! RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTO...
Oct 21, 2024•56 min•Ep. 56
RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST is back from the dead! Refreshed, revitalized, and reformatted. In the show's grand return, insanely talented cinematic power couple Allan Piper and Jennifer Leigh Houston join to discuss their hilarious and spirited new horror/comedy, "eVil Sublet". We also gush over 1963's ghostly classic, THE HAUNTING, analyzing its portrayal of female suppression, mental illness, longing to be seen, and queer representation. It's good to be back, y'all. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! RIC...
Oct 03, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 55
Artist, entertainer, and filmmaker Clover Welsh guest hosts to discuss Brian de Palma's controversial sexual thriller DRESSED TO KILL. We also discuss trans representation in horror, Hitchockian cinematic influence, and the ties that bind the horror genre to the queer lived experience. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod CLOVER WELSH (Guest): INSTA: @cl...
May 17, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 54
Kyle Poppert (AKA TikTok's @ScreamKingKyle) joins to discuss the beloved cinematic bisexual awakening for millennials everywhere: 1999's classic action/adventure/horror, THE MUMMY! We also talk about the horror genre's influence as it blurs into other genres, what classifies as a "horror movie," and the reasons we ALL love Brendan Fraser. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTre...
May 03, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 53
This week I'm joined by Blaine & Austin Duncan, the brotherly hosts of HALLOWEEN LIVES! THE PODCAST OF MICHAEL MYERS, to discuss one of our favorites of the franchise: HALLOWEEN 4: THE RETURN OF MICHAEL MYERS! We also talk speculative alternate versions of this installment, the film's unfortunate mask mishaps, and the absolute international treasure that is Donald Pleasence. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! RICK OR TREAT HORRORCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPo...
Apr 19, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Ep. 52
Horror host and two-time Rondo-nominee STAN THE MECHANIC joins to discuss the 1992 queer staple of camp horror humor, DEATH BECOMES HER. We also talk the horrors of society's obsession with youth, Dean Cundey's oeuvre of sinister cinematography, and the utter perfection that is this film's cast. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod STAN THE MECHANIC: www.stanthemechanic....
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Ep. 51
Horror Journalist (and personal friend) Justin Lockwood joins me to discuss the queerly-beloved cult classic HELLO MARY LOU: PROM NIGHT II. We also discuss demonic rocking horses, the intimidating power of a fully nude stalking scene, and which other classic horror films this one MIGHT have borrowed from. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod JUSTIN LOCKWOOD: SOCIALS: @he...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 50
Peter Hatch, creator of the viral production company/YouTube channel DEFORMED LUNCHBOX, joins to discuss George A. Romero's 1978 "horror-movie-lover's'-horror-movie," DAWN OF THE DEAD. We also discuss the state of independent film distribution, the effectiveness of Savini's practical effects, and how, 45 years later, this film is (unfortunately) more relevant than ever. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VE...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 49
This week, we're biting into the 2007 horror/dark comedy classic TEETH! My guests include the film's writer/director, Mitchell Lichtenstein, as well as the writers/composers of the new Off-Broadway musical adaption, Pulitzer & Tony winner Michael R. Jackson ("A Strange Loop") & award winner Anna K. Jacobs ("POP!"). Finally, activist/artist/burlesque badass Evelyn DeVere joins me to discuss the plot of this iconique and impactful film. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! [Special thanks to Playwri...
Feb 23, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 48
Filmmaker Kyle Mangione-Smith joins this week to discuss the 2007 Spanish found footage opus, REC. We also discuss the creativity of found footage as a storytelling medium, the effectiveness of a contained, claustrophobic setting, the real life horrors of human behavior in the event of an outbreak, and the recent, exciting surge in queer horror filmmakers. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTr...
Feb 09, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 47
Guests Jarrod Hornbeck & Steve Guntli, hosts of the podcast PUPPET MASTERS / CASTLE FREAKS, join to dissect the 1981 slashic, THE PROWLER. We also discuss the beauty of Tom Savini's practical effects, censorship in the early 80's, and the film's final girl's questionable choices in formalwear. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING. PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod PUPPET MASTERS / CASTLE FREAKS (Guest...
Jan 26, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 46
NYC horror drag icon Coma White joins the pod to discuss 1982's sleazy, grimy, gross-out cult classic BASKET CASE! We also discuss sex clubs in the 80's, exploitation acting techniques, terrible wigs, and the dangers of queer suppression. Let's go RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod COMA WHITE (Guest Host): ALL SOCIAL PLATFORMS: @comawhitenyc MERCH: https://comawhitenyc.bigcarte...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 45
HAPPY NEW YEAR, Spookies! My guest this week is the incredibly talented Kristin Noriega – writer/director/star of the jaw-dropping short horror film, WHEN YOU'RE GONE. We're discussing the 1980 holiday slasher NEW YEAR'S EVIL. We also talk about practical creature effects, transcendental meditation, and our New Year's resolutions. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat VENMO: @RickOrTreat X: @RickOrTreatPod KRI...
Dec 29, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 44
Hello, Spookies... I'M BACK! This week, my guests are writer/director Adam Mackie and TWO TIME Olivier Award winner and Tony nominee Tracie Bennett! Join us as we discuss the iconic 1976 classic THE OMEN. We also discuss their upcoming short horror film, END OF STORY, Tracie's appearance in Stephen Sondheim's final musical, HERE WE ARE, surrealism and its effectiveness in the horror genre, and horrific/dated filmmaking techniques. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @R...
Dec 22, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 43
"If you can't find a friend, make one." Steph Marie Oberle joins this week to discuss Lucky McKee's underrated 2002 indie cult classic masterpiece, MAY. We also discuss the joys of body horror, erotic cannibalism, lesbians eating melons, and chili dogs. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat STEPH MARIE OBERLE (Guest Host) INSTA: nycscreamqueen RICKY (Host): INSTA: @rickrtreat MY WRITING: www.Rue-Morgue.com www...
Nov 10, 2023•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 42
"It's time! It's time!" Screenwriter and board member of the NYC Horror Film Festival Brian W. Smith guest hosts to discuss all things HALLOWEEN III: SEASON OF THE WITCH. We also talk writing horror for the screen, 80's synth scores, and the John Carpenter-esque "every-man" character trope. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat BRIAN W. SMITH (Guest Host) www.briansmithhorror.com INSTA: briansmithnyc www.nycho...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 41
Rue Morgue's online managing editor – and MY editor – William J. Wright joins the show this week to discuss 1992's made-for-BBC mock-newscast, GHOSTWATCH. We also discuss the impact of cinematic psychosis, the repercussions and responsibilities tied to creating horror art, and what it's like to write for one of the world's top horror publications. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat WILLIAM J. WRIGHT (Guest ...
Oct 13, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 40
Guest host Armando Muñoz joins me to celebrate the 35th anniversary of 1988's ELVIRA, MISTRESS OF THE DARK. We also discuss Armando's upcoming novelization of the Christmas slasher classic, SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT, the lasting influence of Clive Barker, and my incredible weekend at CT HorrorFest where I finally met Elvira, herself, Cassandra Peterson. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat ARMANDO MUÑOZ (Gue...
Sep 29, 2023•2 hr 10 min•Ep. 39
Guest host George Streicher, composer of the haunting Halloween album MUSIC OF THE MACABRE, shares his insight on 1995's nostalgic gateway horror classic, CASPER. We also discuss impactful film scores, those shaking ghost decorations from our childhood that played spooky theremin music, and the absolute gift to the world that is Cathy Moriarty. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod YOUTUBE: /RickOrTreat MUSIC OF THE MACABRE (Guest ...
Sep 15, 2023•2 hr 5 min•Ep. 38
Rick or Treat's social media manager/evil minion, Stanley Martin, joins to discuss Dark Castle Entertainment's over-the-top 2001 remake of THIR13EN GHOSTS! We also talk about the joys of practical makeup effects, my recent upstate set visit to an exciting upcoming horror film, and blame the zodiac for the behaviors of those who have betrayed us. Let's go RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod youtube.com/@RickOrTreat STANLEY MARTIN (Guest Ho...
Sep 01, 2023•2 hr 6 min•Ep. 37
Iconic NYC horror host UNKLE SPOOKY joins me to talk about the eerie 1971 unsung masterpiece LET'S SCARE JESSICA TO DEATH. We also discuss repressed lesbian vampire undertones, the aftermath of the hippie movement, and manic bean marketing campaigns. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TIKTOK: @RickOrTreatPod youtube.com/@RickOrTreat UNKLE SPOOKY (Guest): Insta: @unkle_spooky RICKY (Host): INSTA: @rickrtreat MY WRITING: www.Rue-Morgue.com www.SpoilerFre...
Aug 18, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 36
Guest hosts Michael J. Ahern, Ryan Miller, & Brandon Perras-Sanchez of Monster Makeup Productions join to discuss their films SAINT DROGO & DEATH DROP GORGEOUS, as well as the 1974 cinematic masterpiece, THE TEXAS CHAIN SAW MASSACRE! We also discuss insufferable travel companions, the legitimacy of horoscopes, and the sacrifices we'd be willing to make in the name of guerrilla filmmaking. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod MONSTER MAKEUP LLC (G...
Aug 04, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Ep. 35
British comedian and horror fanatic Tom Short, creator of "The Stand Up Horror Show," joins me to discuss the classic rom/zom/com SHAUN OF THE DEAD! We also discuss comedic influences and managing stage fright, and I get fired from my own podcast...twice! LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod TOM SHORT (Guest): Insta: @hotstormproductions RICKY (Host): MY WRITING: www.Rue-Morgue.com www.SpoilerFreeReviews.com INSTA: @rickrtreat LESTAT VON MONDLICHT (Music...
Jul 21, 2023•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 34
Friend of the pod Justin McDevitt returns to discuss 1992's better-than-you-remember domestic thriller, THE HAND THAT ROCKS THE CRADLE. We also talk cancel culture, parallels with a certain Bette David classic, and the absolute horror show that is AND JUST LIKE THAT... Let's go RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod JUSTIN McDEVITT (Guest): Insta: @justinwritesplays RICKY (Host): MY WRITING: www.Rue-Morgue.com www.SpoilerFreeReviews.com INSTA: @rickrtreat LESTAT VO...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 33
Guest host Roman Chimienti, co-director of the très iconique queer horror doc, SCREAM, QUEEN! MY NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET, joins The Horrorcast to discuss 1980's unsung incel classic, the anti-heroic (anti-climactic?), FADE TO BLACK. We also discuss the creative process, our formative influences in horror cinema, and the brilliance that was character actress/national treasure Susan Tyrrell (who is NOT, as it turns out, in this movie.) LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA:...
Jun 23, 2023•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 32
Join me for a killer bonus episode as I participate as the special guest in a post-show discussion following a performance of Broadway's GREY HOUSE, a brand new horror play. I'm so deeply and profoundly honored to have joined lead co-producer Tom Kirdahy to discuss the mysterious and frightening themes and theories behind this terrifying new play, written by Levi Holloway, starring Laurie Metcalf, Tatiana Maslany, Millicent Simmonds, and Paul Sparks, and directed by Joe Mantello. LET'S GO RICK O...
Jun 17, 2023•34 min
Every day is Halloween at Rick or Treat Horrorcast! Producer, creator, and influential HALLOWEEN superfan Anthony Masi joins to discuss 1981's HALLOWEEN II. We also discuss his line of slasher movie board games, the various franchise timelines, and the genius that was Donald Pleasence. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod ANTHONY MASI (Guest Host): www.stopthekiller.com STOP THE KILLER'S INSTA: @stopthekiller ANTHONY'S INSTA: @masimedia RICKY (Host): MY ...
Jun 09, 2023•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 31
We're wrapping up week 4 of ANIMAL ATTACK MONTH with my guest, Paul Jordan, co-host of the SCARED GAY! podcast. This week, we're talking about the 1972 so-bad-it's-good eco-horror classic, FROGS! We also talk horror in theatre, the horror show that is the state of Florida, and what's happening in Sam Elliot's denim-denim-denim pants. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! [PS: Moving forward the show will be released on a bi-weekly schedule, so look for the next episode in TWO WEEKS!] PODCAST: www.RickOrTre...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 30
This week I'm joined by the host of Australia's favorite horror podcast (allegedly), Danny Boy, from THE CREEPY CRAP PODCAST for week 3 of Animal Attack Month. We're discussing the Ozploitation classic RAZORBACK. We also talk about the writer's strike, being a Nielsen family, and I embarrass myself again with my inability to deliver a convincing Australian accent. LET'S GO RICK OR TREATING! PODCAST: www.RickOrTreat.com INSTA: @RickOrTreatPod THE CREEPY CRAP PODCAST (Guest Host): INSTA: @creepycr...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 29
