In this episode of Steeped in Cinema, we crack open a spooky little indie gem called Oddity — an Irish horror film with more guts than gore, and a wooden golem that will haunt your dreams (but like… politely). Written and directed by Damian McCarthy, this unsettling tale follows a blind medium and curiosity shop owner as she seeks the truth behind her twin sister’s death — with the help of a disturbing wooden figure from her private collection. Nothing weird about that, right?

We’ll be sipping on Mi Lan Dan Cong, courtesy of Ohio Tea Company, a hauntingly floral tea with the perfect hint of mystery. Honestly, it’s the kind of tea you’d expect to be served in a cursed shop full of haunted objects — and we mean that as a compliment.

Plus: A round of horror trivia!

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This week on Steeped in Cinema, we’re defying gravity and diving broom-first into the film adaptation of the hit musical, Wicked. But this isn’t just about emerald skin and high notes—this episode explores the powerful themes of friendship, ambition, and the complicated nature of feminism. We take a deep look at the dynamic between Elphaba and Glinda, unpacking how Wicked reimagines female power, loyalty, and the systems that try to define them.

Along the way, we sip on Long Island Strawberry Green Tea from our friends at Ohio Tea Company—a subtly sweet, refreshing blend with a whisper of fruit and a hint of rebellion. It’s light, vibrant, and the perfect pairing for a film that’s anything but ordinary. Huge thanks to Ohio Tea Company, located at 5154 Fulton Dr. NW in Canton, OH, for sponsoring this episode. You can explore all their blends (and order your own tea online) at www.ohioteaco.com.

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In this episode of Steeped in Cinema, we’re diving headfirst into the eerie, immersive world of found footage horror. From the televised terror of Tales from the Crypt’s groundbreaking 1990 episode “Television Terror”, to the nostalgic VHS nightmare of WNUF Halloween Special, and the chaotic livestream descent of Deadstream, we explore how this subgenre has evolved and what it says about the way we consume fear. What does found footage horror reveal about our obsession with watching? What lines are blurred when horror imitates real life—and real life imitates horror? And how does the camera act as both a weapon and a window into the human condition?

Tea Pairing:

This week’s tea is the bold and beautifully complex Yunnan Black from our incredible sponsor, Ohio Tea Company. Smooth, earthy, and slightly strong, it’s the perfect companion for a night spent unraveling cursed tapes and haunting questions.

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