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In this special episode, Samantha and Bonnie interview horror documentary filmmaker David Weiner as he shares his insights into his extensive body of work on “In Search of Darkness”, the series branching off from the “In Search of…” series, as well as discusses his passion for the horror films from the 70s, 80s, and 90s and recounts regaling stories of both legendary horror icons and personal encounters. This episode is a can’t-miss treasure trove for horror enthusiasts and film history buffs alike, and it’s all happening here!

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HORROR NERD LIVE
April 17 at the Hollywood Improv
Tickets https://tinyurl.com/horrornerdbodyedition

SHOW CREDITS:
Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Copywriter: Eva Williams
Editing and Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
Podcast Intro by Joe White
Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

SPONSORSHIPS:
The Magic Oil Box.com Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

If you’re into horror, healing, and handmade treasures, check out The Mountain Crone. With certified herbal medicine and body care experience—and a touch of spiritual practice—this shop blends healing with humor and intention. Find handmade healing products and fun collectibles at ebay.com/str/themtncrone69, and follow @themtncrone on Instagram. Healing Together 🖤

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In true sitcom fashion, this “Previously On” episode pulls together some of our wildest, funniest, and most out-of-pocket moments, all lovingly selected by our editor. Viewer beware, you're in for a scare... or at least a laugh.

So if you're a few episodes behind or missed some, because life gets busy (don't worry, we don't judge... too much), here are a few madcap moments to get you caught up until our next one.

Hold onto your hoo-has, because here we go!

Special shoutouts to Ryan Joseph Murphy, Adam Molloy, Joe White, Heather Turman, and Anthony Landry for joining us on these episodes!

🩸 What made the cut:

A M3GAN impression that derails everything immediately
Our first time watching The Exorcist (we were not prepared) 😳
Scream debates that got… intense
Why Terrifier completely ignores the “rules” of horror
The movies that shaped us as kids (for better or worse)
And several moments where we absolutely should’ve stopped talking

GET MORE OF THE NERDS:
For full episode, including scenes and stories we couldn’t share with the world, and ad-free, 👉 subscribe to our Patreon. If you’ve ever wanted MORE Horror Nerds… this is where it lives

Launch Your Podcast Without the Overwhelm. Work with Horror Nerds Podcast co-host, Bonnie Marie Williams, aka The Podcast Superhero.

Watch "Samantha Hale: Horror Nerd" on Amazon

SHOW CREDITS:
Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Marketing by Joe White
Copywriter: Eva Williams
Editing and Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
Podcast Intro by Joe White
Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

SPONSORSHIPS:
The Magic Oil Box.com Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

If you’re into horror, healing, and handmade treasures, check out The Mountain Crone. With certified herbal medicine and body care experience—and a touch of spiritual practice—this shop blends healing with humor and intention. Find handmade healing products and fun collectibles at ebay.com/str/themtncrone69, and follow @themtncrone on Instagram. Healing Together 🖤

Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Time to scream for joy because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare. Thanks to Beamly for joining our Spooky Sponsorship family and for our killer site!

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Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

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In this episode, Bonnie and Samantha dive into their version of March Madness with horror movie characters who have (in)famously gone off the deep end and explore why horror fans are drawn to them. Using examples from films like Carrie, Pearl, Psycho, American Psycho, Misery, and The Shining, they discuss whether these characters were born evil or became that way through trauma, isolation, obsession, or circumstance.

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For the full episode, including scenes and stories we couldn’t share with the world, and ad-free, 👉 subscribe to our Patreon. If you’ve ever wanted MORE Horror Nerds… this is where it lives.

Launch Your Podcast Without the Overwhelm. Work with Horror Nerds Podcast co-host, Bonnie Marie Williams, aka The Podcast Superhero

Watch "Samantha Hale: Horror Nerd" on Amazon

Show Credits:

Hosted by Samantha Hale and Bonnie Marie Williams
Based on Horror Nerd Comedy created by Samantha Hale
Marketing by Joe White
Copywriter: Eva Williams
Editing and Post-Production: Sarah Manners and Bonnie Marie Williams
Creative Producer: Adam Molloy
Producers: Samantha Hale and Joe White
Executive Producer: Bonnie Marie Williams

Horror Nerds Podcast music by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio
Podcast Intro by Joe White
Commercial Voiceover by Bonnie Marie Williams

"The Substance" Sketch written by Samantha Hale
VO by Anthony Landry, Bonnie Marie Williams, and Samantha Hale

Sponsorships:

The Magic Oil Box.com Small-batch, cruelty-free scents inspired by horror and pop culture, and handcrafted with love and magic by a proudly LGBTQ+ and Latino-owned business. Horror Nerds listeners can take 15% off with code SLAYNERDS15, thanks to our sponsor who keeps us slayin’.

If you’re into horror, healing, and handmade treasures, check out The Mountain Crone. With certified herbal medicine and body care experience—and a touch of spiritual practice—this shop blends healing with humor and intention. Find handmade healing products and fun collectibles at ebay.com/str/themtncrone69, and follow @themtncrone on Instagram. Healing Together 🖤

Ever feel like your podcast workflow’s straight out of a horror movie? Time to scream for joy because Beamly has arrived. Build your site, host your podcast, add memberships, courses, and digital products — all in one place. No hidden monsters. No jump-scare fees. Just 0% platform costs and pure creative freedom. Bring your podcast back to life at Beamly.com — if you dare. Thanks to Beamly for joining our Spooky Sponsorship family and for our killer site!

Affiliates:

Take 10% off Shaped Ice Molds, featuring the most iconic slashers in cinema, with code HorrorNerdsPodcast10

The Horror Nerds Comedy Podcast uses Riverside.fm to record our podcast and share to social media.