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The Boo Crew

Join your hosts Leone D'Antonio, Trevor Shand, and Lauren Shand as they bring you discussions and interviews covering all things horror! Our guests are not only icons from your favorite horror and genre films from in front of and behind the lens, but also artists, actors, musicians, authors and personalities inspired by horror and dark entertainment. A truly unique experience that has something for everyone.
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EP#453 - Monsterpalooza 2025 Terrifier 3 LIVE panel (Damien Leone, David Howard Thornton and  Dan Roebuck)

This week, The Boo Crew takes you to Monsterpalooza 2025 for a LIVE panel celebrating the blood-soaked insanity of Terrifier 3! Join Trevor on stage with Terrifier creator Damien Leone and the man behind Art the Clown, David Howard Thornton — plus a surprise mid-panel appearance by horror icon Dan Roebuck! They dive into building a horror legacy, the wild ride of indie filmmaking, the secrets behind the gore, and what could be next for the Terrifier universe. It’s a brutally honest, hilarious, a...

Jun 19, 202546 min

EP#452 - Tony and Kyra Gardner  (Slay)

The Boo Crew sits down with legendary FX artist Tony Gardner (Aliens, Return Of The Living Dead, Chucky, Hocus Pocus, The Blob and about a thousand others) and his daughter, award-winning director Kyra Gardner (Living With Chucky, SLAY)! We talk legacy, growing up surrounded by movie monsters, building unforgettable icons, collaborating on their new slasher comedy SLAY, and their podcast Flesh and Blood and Bone. It’s a conversation about family, horror, creativity, and what it means to tell sto...

Jun 13, 20251 hr 17 min

EP#451 - Dangerous Animals (Sean Byrne)

This week, The Boo Crew welcomes one of the most brilliant and daring voices in modern horror — Sean Byrne, director of The Loved Ones and The Devil’s Candy! Sean returns with his latest nightmare: the tense, emotional, and absolutely relentless DANGEROUS ANIMALS — in theaters everywhere June 6th! We dive deep into the making of the film, the psychology of fear, building tension through character, and what drives Sean’s bold, visceral approach to storytelling. We also revisit his previous films ...

Jun 04, 20251 hr 9 min

EP#450- Bring Her Back (Danny and Michael Philippou)

We made it to 450… and we’re celebrating with two absolute masters of horror! The Boo Crew is joined by the brilliant minds behind Bring Her Back — Danny and Michael Philippou! Their new film is a breathtaking, nerve-shredding masterpiece, and it’s in theaters now. We go deep into their creative process, the emotional and technical precision that makes Bring Her Back so unforgettable, and the intense performances that power it all. We also talk about what’s next — including updates on the Talk T...

May 29, 20251 hr 13 min

EP#449 - Fear Street: Prom Queen — Suzanna Son, Ella Rubin, and David Iacono

The Boo Crew is heading back to Shadyside! We’re joined by the incredible stars of Fear Street: Prom Queen — Suzanna Son, Ella Rubin, and David Iacono — for an unforgettable convo about their experience bringing the next chilling chapter of R.L. Stine’s legacy to life on Netflix! We dive into their creative processes, behind-the-scenes stories from set, their favorite horror films, and the emotional weight and cultural power of the Fear Street universe. These three brought the heart, the scares,...

May 23, 202558 min

EP#448 - Final Destination: Bloodlines (Kaitlyn Santa Juana)

Death has a new plan… and we’re diving straight into it! 💀 This week, The Boo Crew is joined by Kaitlyn Santa Juana, star of the highly anticipated Final Destination: Bloodlines! Kaitlyn talks about stepping into the legacy of one of horror’s most iconic franchises, the thrill of those signature death-defying sequences, and her love for the genre. We explore what it means to carry the torch of Final Destination, and how this new chapter aims to twist fate in terrifying new ways. The Boo Crew Po...

May 16, 202555 min

EP#447 - A DESERT (Joshua Erkman, Sarah Lind, and Kai Lennox )

The Boo Crew heads deep into the psychological terror of A DESERT — in theaters now! We’re joined by the film’s incredible writer/director Joshua Erkman, along with stars Sarah Lind (A Wounded Fawn) and Kai Lennox (Green Room). This haunting, atmospheric descent into isolation and trauma blew us away — it’s an immaculate slow-burn thriller that lingers long after the credits roll. The trio takes us behind the scenes of building tension, navigating themes of guilt and disorientation, crafting dre...

May 13, 20251 hr 13 min

EP#446 - Clown in a Cornfield (Katie Douglas)

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we’re driving into blood-soaked fields and twisted small-town secrets with the star of the fierce and fun new slasher, CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD, Katie Douglas! She joins us to talk about stepping in the chaos and what it was like to face off against a homicidal clown in the world’s creepiest cornfield! Then, she takes you a walk through some of her fave horror films and more. So grab your popcorn, hold on to your scarecrow and get ready - because the harvest i...

May 07, 202535 min

EP#445 - The Killgrin

On an all new episode of The Boo Crew, you are joined by phenomenal writer / director Joanna Tsanis and actors Konstantina Mantelos and Adam Tsekhman! Their astounding and atmospheric creeper, THE KILLGRIN, is on VOD everything now! Learn the secrets of the creature, the allure of sound design, dancing in the shadows, instilling performances with copious amounts of tangible dread - and just how amazing the horror genre is! The Boo Crew Podcast episode 445 with THE KILLGRIN is now slaying! Learn ...

May 03, 202551 min

EP#444 - Live from Propstore's Spring 2025 Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction with Tom Sullivan

On an all new issue of your Boo Crew, we crack open the Book Of The Dead once more, with special fx genius Tom Sullivan - this time at Propstore's Spring 2025 Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction! This is a bit of a recap of our original conversation from his prior appearance but goes even FURTHER into the props and lore of his iconic designs and items that helped create the world of The Evil Dead. This includes The Book of The Dead. The Kandarian Dagger, prosthetic makeup appliances, stop mot...

Apr 09, 202546 min

EP#443 - Eli Roth

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we welcome returning guest to the show, filmmaker and storyteller, Eli Roth! Eli is always pushing the limits and is way ahead of the curve in everything he does, from his era defining movies, support and elevation of new creators, to exploring new ways fans can experience the genre. He tells us all about his latest passion, The Horror Section - that allows YOU to play a part in the genre, like never before. He also shares his adventures in curating a new ...

Mar 28, 202543 min

EP#442 - TERRIFIER 3! Live from Creep IE Con

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we go live from CREEP IE CON along with Jon Grilz of Bloody FM's CREEPY pod to bring you an in-depth conversion with some of the cast of TERRIFIER 3! Recorded earlier this year, we delve into the macabre world of Art The Clown with special guests, Mason Mecartea, Antonella Rose, Margaret Anne Florence and Krsy Fox! They share behind the scenes stories from the set, the evolution and creation of their characters and insights into working alongside director ...

Mar 20, 20251 hr 12 min

EP#441 - Samara Weaving and Jimmy Warden (Borderline)

On a brand new episode of Bloody Disgusting's Boo Crew, brilliant writer/director Jimmy Warden and the wildly talented Samara Weaving stop by with their new blood-soaked dark comedy-thrill-o-rama...BORDERLINE, in theaters and digital now! Follow this labor of love from script to screen - and all the adventures along the way! Hear about facilitating truly unforgettable performances from Ray Nicholson, Alba Baptista and the rest of this AMAZING cast - resulting in a shockingly unconventional and f...

Mar 15, 20251 hr 5 min

EP#440 - Tom Sullivan (Evil Dead/Propstore)

On a brand new episode of your Boo Crew we are getting groovy with the legendary Tom Sullivan - Special FX master behind the original Evil Dead! His brilliant work is baked forever into the ongoing aesthetic of the Evil Dead universe and YOU will get to take some of these truly historic relics home with you! At time of release, Tom is consigning some of the most influential items in not only horror but cinema and pop culture at Propstores’ upcoming Spring Entertainment Memorabilia Live Auction, ...

Mar 05, 20251 hr 40 min

EP#439 - PRESENCE

We're haunting your house with an all new episode of The Boo Crew! We've dusted off the 'ol ouija board to summon Callina Liang, Eddy Maday and West Mulholland to talk all about their new film PRESENCE, in theaters everywhere now! They let you on the fascinating mechanics of this POV ghost flick that puts YOU in the middle of the spookiness, tell you all about working with the great Steven Soderbergh, the brilliant script by the legendary David Koepp and so much more! Episode 439 is now slaying!...

Feb 07, 202551 minEp. 439

EP#438 - Olivia Holt (Heart Eyes)

You’ve got a date with an all new episode of The Boo Crew! This week, you’re joined by the spectacular creative force, OLIVIA HOLT! She is hanging out to chat all about her amazing new film (and modern classic) HEART EYES, in theaters everywhere February 7th! We’ll get into building the fantastic chemistry between her and costar Mason Gooding, getting to work with the brilliant Josh Ruben, the genius of Jordana Brewster and Devon Sawa, the scoop on one of the COOLEST masks in horror history and ...

Feb 04, 202549 minEp. 438

EP#437 - INSIDIOUS LIVE : THE FURTHER YOUR FEAR TOUR

It’s not the house that’s haunted….it’s The Boo Crew episode 437! We put on the metronome and astral project award winning writer Carl Grose to the speakeasy studio! Carl is thrilled to tell you all about an all new show he has helped bring to life called, INSIDIOUS LIVE : THE FURTHER YOUR FEAR TOUR haunting a stage near you! It’s an in-seat immersive experience with over 80 North American tour stops, that puts YOU right into the terrifying world of the Insidious films crafted by James Wan and L...

Jan 22, 202534 minEp. 437

EP#436 - Robert Eggers (Nosferatu)

On all new episode of The Boo Crew, you'll crack open the sarcophagus with cinematic mastermind, Robert Eggers! His extraordinary new film NOSFERATU is in theaters everywhere Christmas Day. It's an elegant, horrific decent into hell, with some of the most unforgettable performances of all time! Sign the contract as we discuss the grand design that went into crafting this terrifying experience. Robert Eggers and NOSFERATU is now slaying! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...

Dec 18, 202431 minEp. 436

EP#435 - Mike Capes and Johnny Wickham (Invisible Raptor)

On an all-new dino-sized episode of your Boo Crew, two outstanding creators are about to claw their way into your horror-obsessed heart with their hilarious, warm, and blood-soaked frenetic romp...INVISIBLE RAPTOR, in theaters and VOD now! Writer Johnny Wickham and writer and star Mike Capes are here with you to talk about the horror films that made them - and their unbelievable adventure bringing to life a movie that has been KILLING it at the biggest festivals in the world, not to mention...th...

Dec 09, 20241 hr 18 minEp. 435

EP#434 - Jenni Farley (DEVON)

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew - writer / director Jenni "JWOWW" Farley joins us to celebrate her unique and creepy found footage horror film DEVON, available on SCREAMBOX and vod now! She tells you all about her longtime passion for horror, highlighting some of her faves, her journey into filmmaking and what it takes not only to build a feature but a multimedia experience incorporating a website, podcast and more! Take her hand as she guides you down the halls of Pennhurst Asylum where ...

Nov 30, 202459 minEp. 434

EP#433 - David Howard Thornton (Terrifier 3)

Pour yourself a bowl of Art Crispies and take a seat at the Clown Cafe, for an all new episode 433 of your Boo Crew! KILL some time with returning guest and friend to the show, David Howard Thornton! He's the tremendous, kind and talented actor behind the iconic Art The Clown, who makes his return in Terrifier 3, in theaters everywhere October 11th. Hear about his experience throughout this franchise and the development of the character going into part 3! We'll then return NEXT week with a "spoi...

Oct 09, 202457 minEp. 433

EP#432 - TERRIFIER 3 panel: Live from CreepIE Con (Lauren LaVera, David Howard Thornton, Damien Leone and Elliott Fullam)

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we take you live to CreepIE Con in Ontario,CA, putting you front row center with us for our exclusive TERRIFIER 3 panel! You are joined by creator Damien Leone and stars Lauren LaVera, Elliot Fullam and Art the Clown himself, David Howard Thornton for their first chat after celebrating their World Premiere at Fantastic Fest! The convo is SPOILER FREE. We talk about the evolution of the production and special effects process, the mechanics of crafting those...

Sep 26, 20241 hr 8 min

EP#431 - (Jon Braver) DELUSION : THE RED CASTLE

With the start of spooky season in full swing, one of our favorite guests trick or treats at the studio! He's an in-demand and prolific stunt performer and stunt coordinator on some of the most impactful films every made. He's worked with celebrated storytellers including Sam Raimi, Christoper Nolan and Steven Spielberg. In 2011, he began crafting what would become a world renowned immersive experience called DELUSION. Part urban exploration, part theater, every year, he’s been taking a historic...

Sep 06, 20241 hr 14 minEp. 431

EP#430 - Summer of Horror

Lauren, Leo and Trevor catch up to discuss an insane summer of horror including Longlegs, Alien:Romulus, Maxxxine, Strange Darling and more. We also take a look at Luis Elizondo's new book, IMMINENT : INSIDE THE PENTAGON'S HUNT FOR UFOs, the new trailers for TERRIFIER 3 and VHS:BEYOND and make some must-watch recommendations! Boo Crew episode 430 with special guest.....YOU...is now slaying! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 20241 hr 19 minEp. 430

EP#429 - Heather Graham (Place of Bones)

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we have the esteemed honor of welcoming the iconic Heather Graham to the studio to talk about her tense new horror western thriller PLACE OF BONES, in theaters and digital August 23rd! We discuss her adventures in the genre space from Twin Peaks to Suitable Flesh, From Hell and beyond! Then, she takes you to the desert where the twists and turns of her latest will make for an absolute romp of a watch. Episode 429 with Heather Graham and PLACE OF BONES is n...

Aug 21, 202439 min

EP#428 - Eric Roberts & Gino McKoy (Lumina)

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, you’ll hear the story of an indie filmmaker and his first feature, an ambitious and fun UFO abduction sci-fi flick. It was set to get a theatrical run on July 12th when something really strange happened. Writer / director Gino McKoy joins us along with one of the stars of the film, the legendary Eric Roberts! They’ll tell you all about their mysterious journey and their efforts to get the film back into theaters and vod screens everywhere. The film is LUMI...

Jul 26, 202448 minEp. 428

EP#427 - Richard and Anastasia Elfman (Bloody Bridget)

On a brand new episode of your Boo Crew, a celebration of the creative genius that is Richard and Anastasia Elfman! These innovative and inspiring storytellers have, both together and separate, been delivering shockingly original and fun experiences in the cinematic, music and visual arts for years. Come along with us to this quick q n a we recorded live at Shock-A-Go-Go at the Lumiere Music Hall here in Los Angeles, where they held the SOLD OUT LA premiere of their brilliant new gore soaked rom...

Jul 19, 202431 minEp. 427

EP#426 - Maika Monroe (Longlegs)

It's almost here! LONGLEGS is in theaters everywhere July 12th! Pre-game with your Boo Crew and the absolutely magnificent, Maika Monroe! Oz Perkins has created a masterpiece and Maika's performance therein is nothing short of virtuosic. Come along with us as she breaks it all down for you in this fun and inspiring, spoiler free convo! Hear about the heartstopping moment where she first saw Nicolas Cage in character on set, dive into her fascinating process and her role in elevating the mystique...

Jul 09, 202442 minEp. 426

EP#425 - HELLRAISER: LIVE FROM MONSTERPALOOZA 2024

The Boo Crew tears your soul apart on an all new episode 425! We solve the lament configuration and summon this HELLRAISER panel recorded live at Monsterpalooza 2024 in Pasadena! Trevor takes the stage with the stars of the original 1987 classic, Ashley Laurence, Andrew Robinson and Pinhead himself, Doug Bradley! They let you in on everything from the inception of the story and the genius of Clive Barker, to a fascinating look at the making of the film. We even get heckled by a certain masked ca...

Jul 03, 202448 min

EP#424 - TERRIFIER : LIVE FROM MONSTERPALOOZA 2024

On an all new episode of your Boo Crew, we take you back to the Pasadena Convention Center for Monsterpalooza 2024, for our TERRIFIER panel, recorded live! Join creator and fx master, Damien Leone, stars Catherine Corcoran and Jenna Kanell..and Art The Clown himself, David Howard Thornton! We talk about the inception of a new slasher icon and everything you could possibly want to know about the making of the 2016 film. Hear all about the insane creation of scene, the wild filming conditions, spe...

Jun 26, 20241 hr 6 min
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