The Ghostly Gallery Podcast

Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria as they sit down with Toby Poser and John Adams, two members of the acclaimed Adams Family filmmaking team behind Hellbender, The Deeper You Dig, and their 2025 folk-horror breakout Mother of Flies!
In this conversation, Toby and John explore the origins of the film, the folklore and ritual elements that shaped its atmosphere, and what it’s like creating intense, emotional horror as a family. They discuss filming with their daughters, crafting the film’s unsettling practical effects, building its haunting musical tone, and how personal experiences continue to influence their work. The Adams Family also shares their love of folk horror, and what comes next after the success of Mother of Flies.
A must-watch for fans of independent horror, folk storytelling, and the unique creative spirit of the Adams Family
Episode 115
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Social Media for the Adam’s Family:
Website: https://www.wonderwheelproductions.com
Adams Family Films IG: https://www.instagram.com/adams.family.films/
H6LLB6ND6R MUSIC: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JMD4H9Smd4ijMwEoU5VQd
H6LLB6ND6R MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/h6llb6nd6r/1559421724
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Zelda Adams IG: https://www.instagram.com/zeldadams/
 
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Bestselling author Andrew Klavan joins The Ghostly Gallery to discuss his new thriller After That, The Dark, the latest installment in the Cameron Winter Mystery Series. We explore his approach to mystery and horror, his fascination with ghost stories, and how his storytelling has evolved across novels, screenplays, and supernatural fiction.
After the interview, Bruce and Tracy dive into a full Black Phone 2 movie review, covering the film’s atmosphere, scares, performances, and how it compares to the original.
Whether you’re searching for insights on Andrew Klavan’s newest book or looking for a spoiler-free breakdown of Black Phone 2, this episode delivers both.
Episode 114
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Andrew Klavan:
Website: https://www.andrewklavan.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aklavan/
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Book: https://store.dailywire.com/en-ca/products/after-that-the-dark-cameron-winter-mysteries-book-5?variant=43284484587580
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Join us in The Ghostly Gallery as we sit down with Larry Underwood, better known as Dr. Gangrene. Larry is an award-winning Nashville horror host and member of the Horror Host Hall of Fame. Since 1999, Larry has brought classic chills to late-night audiences through his shows Chiller Cinema, Creature Feature, and Dr. Gangrene’s Cinetarium.
In this episode, he shares the origins of his iconic character, his influences from early hosts like Sir Cecil Creape, and his thoughts on the enduring legacy of horror hosting. Tune in for a masterclass in monsters, madness, and midnight movie magic!
Episode 113
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Larry Underwood:
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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back our friend Josh Hitchens, horror historian, actor, and playwright, for a nostalgic dive into the 1985 made-for-TV classic The Midnight Hour!
Set in the eerie New England town of Pitchford Grove, this cult gem follows a group of teens who accidentally raise the dead on Halloween night, unleashing witches, vampires, and werewolves in a night of supernatural chaos.
Join us as we revisit this atmospheric throwback featuring Lee Montgomery, Shari Belafonte, Peter DeLuise, Levar Burton, Kevin McCarthy, Cindy Morgan, Dedee Pfeiffer, Dick Van Patten, and Kurtwood Smith.
Josh shares his memories, favorite moments, and why The Midnight Hour still casts a spell 40 years later.
Episode 112
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Josh Hitchens:
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Podcast: https://hitchensonhorror.podbean.com/
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Josh-Hitchens/author/B094YQ2J34
Josh Witchens: Philly Horror Movie Host: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565493892080
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This week in The Ghostly Gallery, we’re shining a light on local horror talent, both on screen and on stage.
First, actor Doug Decker joins us to discuss his role in Popeye the Slayer Man, his connection to the Oneonta horror film community, and his transition from radio host to actor. We’ll also dive into his earlier work in A League of Their Own and A Roadhouse Coup and hear what keeps drawing him back to the world of acting.
Later, we welcome Michael Collins, who takes the stage as Renfield in the upcoming production Dracula: A Comedy of Terrors. Michael shares what it’s like to bring horror and humor together live and gives us a preview of this playful twist on Bram Stoker’s classic tale.
Schedule & Tickets available here: https://classictheaterguild.com/
It’s an episode full of scares, laughs, and local spirit, because horror isn’t just in Hollywood; it’s thriving right here at home.
Episode 111
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Doug Decker:
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On this week’s episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, hosts Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria welcome acclaimed Hitchcock scholar Professor Sidney Gottlieb for a fascinating conversation about the darker side of the Master of Suspense.
Together, they explore how Alfred Hitchcock blended psychological tension and pure horror, from the shocking brutality of Psycho to the eerie chaos of The Birds, and the overlooked menace of Frenzy. Professor Gottlieb also discusses Hitchcock’s creative process, the filmmaker’s enduring influence on generations of directors who followed in his shadow, and so much more!
Whether you’re a lifelong Hitchcock devotee or drawn to the art of fear, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how one man changed the language of suspense, and why his films continue to haunt us decades later.
Episode 110
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Sidney Gottlieb:
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In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria sit down with horror historian Christopher Lock to explore his new book, The Invisible Man: The Complete History of the 1933 Horror Classic.
Christopher takes us behind the scenes of James Whale’s groundbreaking film, exploring Claude Rains’ unforgettable debut, the movie’s revolutionary special effects, and its place among the legendary Universal Monsters. Hear about production myths and rare discoveries that shed new light on this timeless classic.
If you love 1930s horror, Universal Studios history, or H.G. Wells’ original story, you won’t want to miss this fascinating deep dive into one of cinema’s most chilling creations, The Invisible Man (1933).
Episode 109
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Christopher Lock:
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Welcome to Creature Features: Monster Movies! In our first episode, we’re diving into ghost-themed horror films, from the very first haunted houses on screen to modern supernatural masterpieces.
We’ll cover eight iconic films that defined ghost stories in cinema:
The Uninvited (1944): Hollywood’s first serious haunted house.
The Haunting (1963): Psychological terror at its finest.
The Legend of Hell House (1973): Paranormal investigators face a deadly mansion.
Poltergeist (1982): Suburban nightmares and the infamous curse.
The Sixth Sense (1999): A twist ending that changed ghost stories forever.
Stir of Echoes (1998): Kevin Bacon uncovers a chilling mystery.
The Ring (2002): A modern supernatural classic.
The Conjuring (2013): True-life hauntings that terrified a new generation.
We’ll discuss the atmosphere, scares, standout performances, and the lasting impact these films have had on the horror genre. If you’re a fan of ghostly cinema, haunted houses, or supernatural chills, you won’t want to miss this episode.
Episode 108
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On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery, we welcome back Dr. Jeffrey Thompson. Jeff is an author and historian. Jeff has written extensively about Dan Curtis with books including The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker, and Other Productions, House of Dan Curtis: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur, and Nights of Dan Curtis: The Television Epics of the Dark Shadows Auteur.
Today, he helps us preview some of the classic horror films airing this October on the MOVIES TV Network. MOVIES TV is rolling out a lineup of vintage horror spanning multiple decades.
Together, we spotlight eight unforgettable titles:
The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945)
The Day the Earth Stood Still (1951)
The Bad Seed (1956)
The Last Man on Earth (1964)
Escape from the Planet of the Apes (1971)
Conquest of the Planet of the Apes (1972)
Night of Dark Shadows (1971)
The Night Strangler (1973)
From Gothic horror to sci-fi warnings, psychological chills to post-apocalyptic dread, we explore the themes, performances, and enduring legacy of these films. Along the way, Jeff shares insights into Vincent Price, Angela Lansbury, Dan Curtis, and much more!
(Go to the moviestvnetwork.com and click on “Where to Watch.” Then plug in your zip code to see where it is available in your area.)
If you’re looking for essential October viewing or want to revisit some underappreciated classics, this episode will guide you straight into the heart of vintage horror.
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Episode 107
Dr. Jeff Thompson
Amazon:
The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker and Other Productions, 2d ed.
https://www.amazon.com/Television-Horrors-Dan-Curtis-Productions/dp/1476675023/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=television+horror+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417460&s=books&sr=1-1
House of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur
https://www.amazon.com/House-Dan-Curtis-Second-Television/dp/1628801891/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=house+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417490&s=books&sr=1-1
Nights of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Epics of the Dark Shadows Auteur
https://www.amazon.com/Nights-Dan-Curtis-Second-Television/dp/1628801883/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=night+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417516&s=books&sr=1-1
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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re joined by author, historian, and commentator Troy Howarth. A leading expert on European horror and cult cinema, Troy has written extensively on the films of Mario Bava, Dario Argento, Werner Herzog, and John Carpenter.
We take a deep dive into the legacy of Italian horror films, the genius and controversy of Klaus Kinski, and the enduring influence of Carpenter’s classics. Troy also shares his personal journey into horror, favorite directors, and essential films for anyone looking to explore European cult cinema.
If you love horror history, international cinema, and deep conversations about the genre’s most fascinating creators, this episode is a must-watch!
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Episode 106
Troy Howarth
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