Ep 105. The Kidnapper
In this episode, the guys discuss poor romantic gestures and even worse parenting decisions in "The Kidnapper" based on a story from Shock SuspenStories #12.
Jan 16, 2026•1 hr 13 min
The Crypt Keepers
The Crypt Keepers is a podcast that takes a deep dive into the HBO horror anthology series Tales from the Crypt and the comic books that inspired the show.
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Ep 104. Cold War
The jolly elves at the Crypt Keepers bring you a Christmas present: a new episode! We're keeping you warm this holiday with Cold War, based on a story from Tales from the Crypt #43.
Dec 24, 2025•58 min
Ep 103. Horror in the Night
This week, the guys take a trip to a hotel filled with haunted house shenanigans in "Horror in the Night", based on a story from Vault of Horror #12. Plus, Bruce gives Ryan a lesson in Cold War politics.
Dec 08, 2025•57 min
Ep 102. Escape
The Creep Keepers return to help you get away from holiday stress with Escape, based on a story from Vault of Horror #16!
Nov 24, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Ep 101. A Slight Case of Murder
This time around, the guys take a look at episode 3 of season 7, A Slight Case of Murder. Can the guys polish a turd yet again?
Nov 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Ep 100 Part Deux. Demon Knight
This week we continue our coverage of Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight.
Oct 25, 2025•1 hr 25 min
Ep 100.01. The Onehummdredth
As a gift for joining us on our journey to 100 episodes, Daywalker presents a guided meditation. Enjoy
Oct 10, 2025•7 min
Ep 100. Demon Knight Pt 1
You've been waiting for it! You've been asking for it! And it's finally here! We begin our coverage of the 1990s cult classic film, Tales from the Crypt: Demon Knight.
Oct 07, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Ep 99. Last Respects
This week, the guys take a look at Last Respects, supposedly based on a story from Tales from the Crypt #23. It's not. It's a turd polishing episode.
Sep 22, 2025•1 hr 13 min
Ep 98. Fatal Caper
On this episode, we begin our look at the final season of Tales from the Crypt, with "Fatal Caper"!
Sep 05, 2025•1 hr 3 min
STS
Due to misread texts, the guys don't review an episode this time around. Instead, they have an ADHD-fueled conversation about movies, comics, and Bruce's celebrity encounter at a wiffle ball tournament in Evansville, IN.
Aug 24, 2025•1 hr 30 min
Ep 96. You, Murderer
Join us for the finale of season six, in which the producers dig up a grave to give us a performance by an actor who has been dead for 70 years in "You, Murderer!" based on a story from Shock SuspenStories #14.
Aug 09, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Ep 95. 99 and 44/100 Pure Horror
This time around, the guys cover a masterclass in taking a simple premise and making it unnecessarily complicated in 99 and 44/100 Pure Horror (a reference long forgotten in 2025), based on a story in Vault of Horror #23
Jul 18, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Ep 94. Comes the Dawn
Not to be confused with Came the Dawn, which we covered last season. Yeah, the similar titles are confusing, as is this episode. It's a tale about the importance of learning about time zones and geography!
Jul 06, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Ep 93. Doctor of Horror
On this episode, the guys review a story of questionable science and the value of respecting your employees in "Doctor of Horror", based on a story from Vault of Horror #13. Along the way, they discuss recent video games and how much Bruce hates Ben Stein.
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 18 min
Ep 92. Surprise Party
This time around, the boys cover a episode that is about as good as a dog pooping at a birthday party, in Surprise Party. Based on a story from Vault of Horror #37. Along the way, Bruce has questions about the Crypt Keeper's anatomy.
May 31, 2025•1 hr 10 min
Ep 91. Sinners
Instead of the regularly scheduled episode, the guys take a detour to discuss the instant classic and movie-of-the-year Sinners. They can barely contain their excitement. Spoilers abound.
May 16, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Ep 90. In the Groove
The official podcast of Lancaster, PA presents a tale of lust and rage with "In the Groove" based on a story from Crime SuspenStories #21.
May 01, 2025•1 hr 12 min
Ep 89. Staired in Horror
On this episode, the guys examine a tale of lust and curses with an uncharacteristic happy ending (though with the TftC twist) in Staired in Horror, based on story that makes no sense from Vault of Horror #23. Along the way, they discover the cutest bird in the world, the Potoo.
Apr 17, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Ep 88. The Assassin
Historic storms have ripped across the country. You know what that means? The wet makes it good for hunting! Man hunting! Let the Crypt Keepers help you endure the rainy weather with their latest episode, The Assassin, based on a story from Shock SuspenStories #17
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 28 min
Ep 87. The Pit
Content Warning: Brief discussion of animal cruelty during the comic portion. This time around, the guys discuss The Pit, based on a horrific story from Vault of Horror #40. It's a tale of kicks, punches, and flippy-dos, with 100% less animal cruelty than the comic source material. The guys felt so bad, after recording they went to a dog bar to pet some very good boys.
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Ep 86. The Bribe
This time around, Ryan and Bruce discuss The Bribe, a tale of greed, desperation, and unintended consequences. Based on a story from Shock SuspenStories #7. Along the way, Bruce reads one cast member's impressive list of credits.
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 29 min
Ep 85. Revenge in Blind Alleys is the Nuts
What happens when you give microphones to three people with barely contained ADHD? This episode! And along the way, they manage to pull themselves together enough to review Blind Alleys from Amicus' 1972 Tales from the Crypt anthology film.
Feb 24, 2025•1 hr 27 min
Ep 84. Revenge is the Nuts Part 1
This time, Ryan and Bruce look at a cathartic tale as old as time, an abusive authority figure getting what they deserve in "Revenge is the Nuts," based on a story from Tales from the Crypt #45. Along the way, they answer the age-old question, "What does baby want?"
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr 17 min
Ep 83. Snow Day Spectacular
If you're going to listen to one podcast this week...it'll probably be that long-running history podcast that just dropped a new episode. But! If you're going to listen to two podcasts this week, make the second one The Crypt Keepers. This time around, the guys take a break from their regularly scheduled episode to discuss Christmas, life in general, and of course, the movies they've consumed.
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Ep 82. Operation Friendship
It's a Christmas miracle! The Crypt Keepers return to bring you some holiday cheer with a new episode featuring a story as old as time, an imaginary friend jealous of a new love interest. Come witness a mental mating far more lasting and rewarding than that of man and wife!
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 44 min
Ep 81. Whirlpool
On this episode, Ryan and Bruce relive the same day over and over again with Rita Rudner and Richard Lewis in "Whirlpool", based on a story Vault of Horror #32. Bruce has some disappoints he'd like to share with the rest of the crew, while Daywalker exercises the extreme power they've given him.
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Ep 80. Only Skin Deep
CW: Discussion of intimate partner violence Ryan and Bruce return to their regularly scheduled program with a look at the second episode of season six, Only Skin Deep, based on a story from Tales from the Crypt #38. It's another stinker but that's when the guys do their best work. Note: This episode was recorded mid-October. Hosted by Horror Ryan and Spooky Bruce Production by Daywalker Breakdown music by Strong Jeff Soundclips from X and The Lost Boys...
Nov 14, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Ep 79. Halloween Extravaganza
C-c-c-combo breaker! The guys interrupt their regularly scheduled episode to sit down for a Halloween special, discussing what they did during the spooky season, movies they've watched, and the ultimate horror: dentistry.
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 28 min
Ep 78. Let the Punishment Fit the Crime
Ryan and Bruce kick off their look at season 6 with one of the worst episodes of the series, Let the Punishment Fit the Crime, based on a much better story in Vault of Horror #33. The hosts are so distraught over the episode they require the help of a special emotional support guest. Credits Hosted by Horror Ryan and Spooky Bruce Production by Daywalker Breakdown music by Strong Jeff Soundclips from X and The Lost Boys Additional music by Daywalker...
Oct 19, 2024•1 hr 55 min
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