The Ghostly Gallery Podcast

This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re sinking our teeth into two very different takes on the Dracula legend.
First, we travel back to 1960 with Hammer’s gothic classic The Brides of Dracula. Despite Dracula never appearing on screen, this chilling tale introduces us to Baron Meinster, Van Helsing’s return (Peter Cushing at his finest), and one of Hammer’s most atmospheric and underrated vampire films.
Then, we leap forward 40 years to the year 2000 with Wes Craven’s Dracula 2000. Starring Gerard Butler in an early role, Christopher Plummer as a modern-day Van Helsing, and a cast full of familiar faces, this Y2K horror mashup mixes gothic lore with turn-of-the-millennium flair.
Join us as we compare these two films, explore what worked (and what didn’t), and share our favorite performances, moments, and lasting impressions.
If you’re a fan of classic Hammer horror, gothic chills, or early 2000s vampire fun, this episode is for you!
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Episode 105
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Step into The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we shine a spotlight on Serling Fest 2025, the annual celebration of Rod Serling’s life, career, and enduring influence. Joining Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria are two incredible guests: Mark Olshaker, author, producer, and longtime friend of Serling, and Nick Parisi, President of the Rod Serling Memorial Foundation, and author of Rod Serling: His Life, Work, and Imagination.
Together, we explore Serling’s timeless words, his impact on culture, and what makes Serling Fest such a unique experience for fans of The Twilight Zone and beyond. Hear personal stories, reflections, and a preview of this year’s special guests, including Anne Serling and Mark Dawidziak.
Whether you’re attending in Binghamton or celebrating from afar, this episode is your gateway into the world of Rod Serling.
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Episode 104
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Serlingfest 2025: In His Own Words – September 19 – 21
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This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back horror film historian Dan Day from the Hitless Wonder Movie Blog for a chilling look at the horror films of the 1940s.
From Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man to The Body Snatcher, we dive into Universal’s monsters, Bela Lugosi’s vampires, Lon Chaney Jr.’s transformations, and Boris Karloff’s unforgettable performances. Along the way, we’ll explore hidden gems like The Mad Ghoul, Weird Woman, and Hangover Square, as well as behind-the-scenes stories that shaped this eerie decade of cinema.
If you love classic horror, Universal Monsters, and creepy 1940s atmosphere, this episode is for you!
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Episode 103
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Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, where horror, mystery, and the supernatural take center stage.
In this week’s episode, Bruce and Tracy explore two films separated by 55 years but united by their ability to unsettle and haunt their audiences.
First, we dive into Zach Cregger’s 2025 horror mystery Weapons, starring Julia Garner and Josh Brolin. A small town is shaken when 17 children vanish at 2:17 a.m., leaving behind only one boy with no memory of what happened. From multiple perspectives, Weapons weaves a chilling story of grief, paranoia, and supernatural dread.Then, we journey back to 1970 with Dan Curtis’ House of Dark Shadows, starring Jonathan Frid as the iconic vampire Barnabas Collins. Adapted from the gothic soap opera Dark Shadows, this film delivers atmosphere, blood, betrayal, and one of horror’s most tragic monsters.Together, we compare modern horror’s slow-burn mystery with the classic gothic vampire tale, sharing our impressions, favorite performances, and lasting chills. If you love horror films, both new and vintage, this episode is for you.
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Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we take you on a chilling journey back to the summer of 1985, a golden era for horror fans. In this special episode, we’re joined by horror historian and composer Kirk Hazen to sink our teeth into two cult classics celebrating their 40th anniversaries: Tom Holland’s stylish vampire tale Fright Night and George Romero’s intense and gory Day of the Dead.
We explore unforgettable performances and the groundbreaking special effects that cemented these films in horror history. From Chris Sarandon’s suave yet sinister Jerry Dandrige to Evil Ed’s tragic transformation, to Tom Savini’s jaw-dropping zombie carnage, we relive the scares, laughs, and practical effects magic that defined mid-80s horror.
Whether you’re a devoted genre fan or just discovering these classics, this episode blends nostalgia, insight, and lively debate, all with a healthy dose of blood, brains, and 80s screams.
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Episode 101
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We've reached 100 episodes of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, and to celebrate this milestone, we’re hosting a spine-tingling round table with two special guests who helped inspire the very creation of this show.
Joining us are Edward G. Pettit, Sunstein Manager of Digital Initiatives at the Rosenbach Museum and Library, and the creator of the beloved online programs Sundays with Dracula, Sundays with Frankenstein, and Mondays with Sherlock. Also with us is Tucker Christine, Dracula expert, memorabilia collector, and editor of the literary magazine Dracula Beyond Stoker.
Together, we dive into the timeless allure of classic horror literature and films, the cultural impact of Dracula, and the eerie brilliance of recent films like Nosferatu and Sinners. We discuss modern horror trends, TV series that have left their mark, and what the future of the genre might hold. Plus, our guests share their current projects, hidden horror gems, and the one horror era they’d love to time travel back to.
Whether you’re a fan of Victorian gothic or contemporary chills, this episode is a must-listen celebration of horror past, present, and future.
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In this week’s horror podcast episode, we dive into two cult horror classics: The Devil’s Rain (1975) and The Skull (1965).
First up, The Devil’s Rain takes us into a world of satanic cults, desert rituals, and a rainstorm that melts everything in sight. With Ernest Borgnine, William Shatner, Ida Lupino, Tom Skerritt, and even an early appearance by John Travolta, this 70s horror film has become a legend of weird cinema.
Then we explore The Skull, a gothic Amicus production starring Peter Cushing and Christopher Lee, where a cursed relic tied to the Marquis de Sade unleashes supernatural terror.
Join us as we review these classic horror films, talk about their wild stories, and celebrate episode 99 with a face-melting double feature.
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Episode 99
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Sink your teeth into this fang-filled episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we explore two wildly different takes on vampire horror!
First, we journey back to 1970 for a look at Count Yorga, Vampire, a moody, gothic tale of seances, hypnotic charm, and an old-school undead menace lurking in suburban Los Angeles. We talk first impressions, Robert Quarry’s performance, and how this cult favorite stacks up over 50 years later.
Then, we fast-forward to 2020’s Vampires vs. the Bronx, where a group of savvy teens takes on a sleek and sinister vampire invasion threatening their neighborhood and their culture. We discuss the film’s tone and how it balances horror, humor, and social commentary.
Whether you’re into velvet capes or bodega stakes, this is one bloodsucker showdown you won’t want to miss.
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Episode 98
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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome back Frank Dello Stritto to the show! Frank is an award-winning author, a two-time winner of the Rondo Award, and a member of the Monster Kid Hall of Fame
Frank has written eight books, including:
I Saw What I Saw When I Saw It - Growing Up in the 1950s & 1960s with Television Reruns & Old Movies
A Quaint & Curious Volume of Forgotten Lore: The History & Mythology of Classic Horror Films
Vampire Over London: Bela Lugosi in Britain
Listen in as we hear more about Frank’s newest book Deals With The Devil, Dialogues With Death.
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Episode 97
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Join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as they welcome Emma MacDonald to the show! Emma is a fantasy writer and is the author of the new book Whispers Most Foul.
Listen in as Emma talks about her book, upcoming projects, and a little bit of witchcraft!
Later on in the hour, Bruce tells us all about his experience at the most recent Monster Bash, and then Bruce and Tracy pay tribute to the late Michael Madsen.
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Episode 96
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