Explore every episode of the podcast The Podcast Compels You
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| Train to Busan (2016) (Seoul Sickness) | 06 May 2025 | 01:18:18 | |
This week we watched Train to Busan (2016) and discuss late-stage capitalism, a zombified deer, and the first zombie train chain gang?!?! Our plot discussion begins at 15:19 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| The Wailing (2016) (Seoul Sickness) | 23 Apr 2025 | 02:09:42 | |
This week we watched The Wailing (2016) and discuss our ignorance of most things Korean, the virtues of delaying immediate gratification, and what the f*ck happens at the end of this movie?!?! Our plot discussion begins at 19:20 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Black Christmas (1974) (Carols of Carnage) | 24 Dec 2024 | 01:17:15 | |
This week we watched Black Christmas (1974) and discuss the surprisingly progressive messaging, the physics of dragging a body up a ladder, and the true star of this movie, Graham, the switchboard operator. Our plot discussion begins at 21:10 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Into the Dark - Pilgrim (2019) (The Gravying) | 10 Dec 2024 | 01:14:22 | |
This week we watched Into the Dark - Pilgrim (2019) and discuss pilgrims vs. leprechauns, the WIDE variety of music on this soundtrack, and the MANY odd choices that were made during production. Our plot discussion begins at 14:00 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Thanksgiving (2023) (The Gravying) | 26 Nov 2024 | 01:33:18 | |
This week we watched Thanksgiving (2023) and discuss the physics of dumpster dismemberments, Helium's apparent explosive qualities, and marvel at how incredibly unlikeable Ethan is. Our plot discussion begins at 17:33 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| The Dark and the Wicked (2020) (Siblings in the Sticks) | 12 Nov 2024 | 01:29:15 | |
This week we watched The Dark and the Wicked (2020) and discuss the mysterious Texas wolf pack, America's flawless healthcare system, and this film's incredible, not-so-subtle nod to Romeo and Juliet. Our plot discussion begins at 19:45 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Night Watch (2004) (Vampires Without Borders) | 29 Oct 2024 | 01:11:17 | |
This week we watched Night Watch (2004) and discuss the many many genres this movie navigates, the unfortunate return of nu-metal, and the batsh*t crazy ending! Our plot discussion begins at 17:04 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Let the Right One In (2008) (Vampires Without Borders) | 15 Oct 2024 | 01:13:24 | |
This week we watched Let the Right One In (2008) and discuss some of the large (icky) plot points from the book that were conveniently left out of the movie, whether Oskar is extremely naive or just confused, and the questionable inclusion of CGI cats! Our plot discussion begins at 15:56 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| The Devil's Candy (2018) (Sinister Slayers with a Supernatural Something-Something) | 01 Oct 2024 | 01:10:11 | |
This week we watched The Devil's Candy (2018) and discuss the effectiveness of its simple droning guitar score, how adorable this family of metalheads is, and the supposed difficulty of tracking down a large, confused man in a small Texas town. Our plot discussion begins at 17:34 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Longlegs (2024) (Sinister Slayers with a Supernatural Something-Something) | 17 Sep 2024 | 01:26:18 | |
This week we watched Longlegs (2024) and discuss the enigma that is Maika Monroe's Lee Harker, the wonder that is Alicia Witt's Ruth Harker, and the all-around madness of Nicholas Cage's Longlegs! Our plot discussion begins at 21:39 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Ready or Not (2019) (Fuck the Patriarchy: the Board Game) | 03 Sep 2024 | 01:19:50 | |
This week we watched Ready or Not (2019) and discuss its' incredible cast of characters including:
Our plot discussion begins at 25:35 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Veronica (2017) (Fuck the Patriarchy: the Board Game) | 20 Aug 2024 | 02:02:51 | |
This week we watched Veronica (2017) and discuss eclipse-watching etiquette, crazy awesome Spanish architecture, and how Centella can help you live your best life. Our plot discussion begins at 25:00 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Tenebrae (1982) (Dario Dunnit) | 10 Apr 2025 | 01:24:13 | |
This week we watched Tenebrae (1982) and discuss 70's vs 80's Goblin soundtracks, the most determined guard dog ever found in a movie, and the batsh*t crazy ending to this story. Our plot discussion begins at 21:31 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) (Priests and Prequels) | 06 Aug 2024 | 01:28:42 | |
This week we watched Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) and discuss the Mike Flanniverse, the intricacies of priests going on dates, and learn (in great detail) what it's like to be strangled. Our plot discussion begins at 29:45 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| The First Omen (2024) (Priests and Prequels) | 23 Jul 2024 | 01:18:52 | |
This week, we watched The First Omen (2024) and discussed the steep learning curve of walking in heels, Stacie's hot take on the original The Omen (1976), and...was that a jackal phallus?!?! Our plot discussion begins at 17:00 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| Club Dread (2004) (Box Office Bombs on the Beach) | 09 Jul 2024 | 01:27:22 | |
This week we watched Club Dread (2004) and discuss the difficulty of successfully threading the horror-comedy needle, whether vodka ice luges are actually a thing, and why Bill Paxton (RIP) didn't take on more comedic roles. Our plot discussion begins at 23:38 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| The Bay (2012) (Box Office Bombs on the Beach) | 25 Jun 2024 | 01:16:24 | |
This week we watched The Bay (2012) and discuss the absurdity of crab eating contests, the high honor of being named 'Miss Crustacean', and ... chicken shit. Literally. Our plot discussion begins at 21:35 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| Apostle (2018) (Surf and Sacrifice) | 11 Jun 2024 | 01:41:46 | |
This week we watched Apostle (2018) and see how it stacks up against last week's film of a similar theme. We also celebrate our first TPCY Alum(na), Lucy Boynton! Our plot discussion begins at 27:55 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| The Wicker Man (1973) (Surf and Sacrifice) | 31 May 2024 | 01:52:58 | |
This week we watched The Wicker Man (1973) and marvel at the varied and amazing soundtrack! Our plot discussion begins at 28:22 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015) (Snowflakes and Silver Spoons) | 31 May 2024 | 01:44:54 | |
This week we watched The Blackcoat's Daughter (2015) and discuss cute demon monsters, hairless nuns, and questionable plot decisions. Our plot discussion begins at 21:33 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. Our AI overlord is always looking for new cursed categories. Please submit your category ideas here. | |||
| The Lodge (2019) (Snowflakes and Silver Spoons) | 30 May 2024 | 01:14:15 | |
This week we watched The Lodge (2019) and...Alicia Silverstone!!! Our plot discussion begins at 12:00 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. We are always looking for new cursed categories to keep our AI overlord happy. Please submit your categories here. | |||
| Deep Red (1975) (Dario Dunnit) with Mike King from The Graveyard Shift | 27 Mar 2025 | 01:51:38 | |
This week we are joined by special guest Mike King from The Graveyard Shift podcast as we watched Deep Red (1975). We discuss Marcus' ill-advised career shift from jazz pianist to amateur investigator, Gianna's deathtrap of a clown car, and that sweet sweet funk brought to us by Goblin! Our plot discussion begins at 20:05 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| You'll Never Find Me (2023) (Two Strangers in a Storm) | 11 Mar 2025 | 01:30:05 | |
This week we watched You'll Never Find Me (2023) and discuss Australian trailer parks, effective lighting on a budget, and this film as a possible romantic-comedy? Our plot discussion begins at 25:43 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Scare Me (2020) (Two Strangers in a Storm) | 25 Feb 2025 | 01:28:12 | |
This week we watched Scare Me (2020) and discuss the writer's code, cocaine-induced defecation, and a troll named Devin. Our plot discussion begins at 17:13 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| I Will Never Leave You Alone (2023) (All Alone in a Haunted House) with DW Medoff | 11 Feb 2025 | 02:26:42 | |
On this very special episode, we are honored to be joined by I Will Never Leave You Alone writer/director DW Medoff. DW was kind enough to take time out of one of his rare days off to discuss the making of this film, as well as his upcoming project. After listening to this episode, we encourage you to check out I Will Never Leave You Alone and Pollen. 2:56 - DW talks about wrapping his latest film Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Deadstream (2022) (All Alone in a Haunted House) | 28 Jan 2025 | 01:32:35 | |
This week we watched Deadstream (2022) and discuss Shawn's glorious scream, his innovative use of a Slim Jim, and what is Mildred's fascination with fingers in noses?!?! Check out Stacie's special musical ode to Deadstream's content warnings: 21:30 Our plot discussion begins at 27:11 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Children of the Corn (1984) (Siblings in the Sticks) | 14 Jan 2025 | 01:11:42 | |
This week we watched Children of the Corn (1984) and discuss the questionable logistics of a child-run society, Linda Hamilton's complete lack of agency, and grown man's embarrassing inability to overpower small children. Our plot discussion begins at 18:44 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) (Carols of Carnage) | 07 Jan 2025 | 01:13:54 | |
This week we watched Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984) and discuss Grandpa's Oscar-worthy performance, the logistics of night sledding in the middle of the woods, and Mother Superior's off-putting pitch pipe. Our plot discussion begins at 22:48 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Your Host (2025) - Creator Series | 03 Mar 2026 | 01:46:43 | |
WHEEL OF PAIN! INDECISION INCISION! In this episode, Joey Miller, writer of Your Host (2025) joins Stacie and Curtis to talk about how his first script ever got made into a movie. Then, they do a scene-by-scene breakdown of the movie with Joey who shares his insights into the motivations of each of the characters. After the closing, Stacie and Curtis play a new game show with Joey: We're Your Host Now! As always, here are important links!
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| Spontaneous (2020) - Teenage Trauma Drama | 17 Feb 2026 | 01:18:38 | |
Welcome to The Podcast Compels You! Stacie and Curtis start off by talking about their quick takes on some recent TV, films, and books:
Then, the afflicted duo take a close look at the 2020 movie Spontaneous, a movie in which senior class students at Covington High start spontaneously exploding. What does it mean for our protagonist, Mara, to live with the uncertainties of adolescence, graduation, a new boyfriend, and the threat that she may be a splot of blood at any point? Stacie’s closing thoughts on the movie are so good they make Curtis rescind his old score and give it a new one! IN THE NEXT EPISODE Stacie and Curtis are joined by Joey Miller (Instagram), writer of Your Host (2025). They’ll get some behind the scenes looks at what it takes to get a screenplay written and bought, what it’s like to visit the set of your first movie, and the creator’s thoughts on the scene-by-scene breakdown of this twisty and innovative horror not-slasher-maybe-slasher. You can be prepared by watching it on any of these streaming services. And, don’t forget, get a free copy of Stacie’s new horror-comedy novellette, Dead Husband Energy, or buy a pre-relase copy for 99 cents from Amazon! | |||
| Deadstream (Archives) | 03 Feb 2026 | 01:33:14 | |
A release from our archives! It's Deadstream (2022), one of our favorite episodes. In it, Bill and Stacie discuss Shawn's glorious scream, his innovative use of a Slim Jim, and what is Mildred's fascination with fingers in noses?!?! Check out Stacie's special musical ode to Deadstream's content warnings: 21:30 Our plot discussion begins at 27:11 Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| Jennifer's Body (2009) - Teenage Trauma Drama | 20 Jan 2026 | 01:54:27 | |
Stacie and Curtis review Jennifer's Body from 2009. | |||
| The Sentinel (1977): The Rent is Too Damn High! | 06 Jan 2026 | 01:33:10 | |
This is a good week at The Podcast Compels You. Stacie got her audio fixed. Curtis ate a nice sandwich. The borking dogs make another background appearance. (Hey, boys!) This week we conclude our double feature The Rent is Too Damn High with The Sentinel (1977), a fever-dream of a horror movie with a B-story police procedural bolted onto it with an ending sequence as shameful as it was when it was created. Stacie and Curtis also talk about the Chucky movies and TV show, the movie Man Finds Tape, and what they'd like to re-watch in 2026. Like, subscribe, and share on Spotify and/or Apple Podcasts. In recognition of Amanda Seyfried's new movie The Housemaid, in our next episode we start a new double feature Teenage Trauma Drama with Jennifer's Body (2009). | |||
| Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat (1989): Fangs on the Range | 23 Dec 2025 | 01:29:33 | |
Stacie and her new cohost Curtis review the 1989 cult hit Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat starring David Carradine and Bruce Campbell, a movie that is barely horror and mostly western.
The next movie we'll be reviewing is The Sentinel (1977). Find and watch before that episode comes out! Content warnings: Sexual assault is discussed. | |||
| eVil Sublet (2023): The Rent is Too Damn High! | 09 Dec 2025 | 01:29:30 | |
The rent is too damn high! With housing costs rising across the globe, the comedy horror eVil Sublet (2023) will chill you as a couple finds an apartment in the East Village priced for horror! Stacie is joined by star of the film Jennifer Leigh Houston and writer/director Allan Piper to talk about making a movie in their own apartment during the pandemic. Stay tuned at the end of the episode to meet the new cohost.
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| Billy the Kid vs Dracula (1966): Fangs on the Range Part 1 | 25 Nov 2025 | 00:52:52 | |
SPECIAL EPISODE! SPECIAL GUEST! On this episode of The Podcast Compels You, Stacie is joined by Jared Michael Delaney, novelist, playwright, screenwriter, host of When Doves Podcast, and actor to talk about his novelization of BILLY THE KID VS DRACULA (1966). Oh, and the movie, of course! Check out Jared Michael Delaney's publication house, Cult Pulp Press, cofounded with Dan Hodge. | |||
| Splice (2009) (Science Experiments that Resulted in Sinister Transformations) | 14 Aug 2025 | 01:25:37 | |
This week we watched Splice (2009) and discuss which character is more terrible, the deep deep maternal metaphors, and what in the flying fuck is that crazy flying fucking creature?!? Our plot discussion begins at 18:18. Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||
| The Fly (1986) (Science Experiments that Resulted in Sinister Transformations) | 30 Jul 2025 | 01:21:01 | |
This week we watched The Fly (1986) and discuss the pure gentle nature of the men in this film, Jeff Goldblum's physical prowess, and bodily autonomy while in a relationship with a fly/man. Our plot discussion begins at 13:30. Content warning: We love horror and want everyone to enjoy it accessibly and safely. In general, assume we may talk about violence, gore, death, and scary situations. We provide a customized content warning about the movie for each episode during the episode, before launching into the plot. If you have particular triggers, please check the movie on doesthedogdie.com. | |||