Darkness Loves Us
85 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsWelcome to "Darkness Loves Us," the chilling sanctuary where your hosts, Sara Lopez and Tennille Bradshaw, delve into the shadowy corners of horror. Each episode, Sara and Tennille unearth the spine-tingling delights of the genre, with a special fondness for its vintage treasures. From Gothic classics to retro horror films and everything in between, "Darkness Loves Us" is your go-to podcast for deep dives, expert insights, and passionate discussions about all things that thrive in the dark. Whether you're a lifelong horror enthusiast or new to the realm of the eerie and unsettling, join us as we explore why darkness, indeed, loves us all. Tune in and let your curiosity wander into the night!
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Episodes
Let's Scare Jessica to Death
June 11, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBJoin us as we dive into the eerie world of "Let's Scare Jessica to Death," a 1971 cult classic directed by John Hancock. We'll explore the film's psychological horror, themes of isolation and mental illness, and its haunting atmosphere. Hear about memorable scenes, behind-the-scenes trivia, and the lasting impact of this unsettling film. Plus, enjoy our perfect pairing: a spooky Lake Whisper cocktail (or mocktail) to set the mood. Tune in for a chilling discussion that will leave you question...
Three Year Anniversary Party
November 22, 2022 18:47 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBTennille and Sara look back over the last three years of horror and discuss their favorite episodes, books and movies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
The Love Witch
October 31, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBSara and Tennille fall in the love the 2016 movie, The Love Witch. They also share all their favorite spooky season happenings! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
My Best Friends Exorcism The Movie
October 17, 2022 12:25 - 53 minutes - 73.3 MBSara and Tennille give their book report on My Best Friend's Exorcism the film. The also talk about a recent Darkness Loves Us field trip! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
House, 1986
October 10, 2022 11:05 - 1 hour - 119 MBTennille and Sara embrace spooky season, and discuss 1986's horror cult classic House. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Slither
September 20, 2022 02:30 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MBTennille and Sara review and discuss James Gunn's 2006 cult classic Slither. Listen to hear about how Nathan Fillion and Sara are obviously best friends, and check our instagram for Tennilles fall movie list! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Final Girls Support Group
September 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBTennille and Sara invited Hydra Hammer Armory's Elise Stein on the podcast to talk all about the novel The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix. They introduce Elise to Aunt Gert and learn about how this talented lady first got spooky. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
I Shudder at Your Touch
September 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 115 MBSara and Tennille present their book reports on I Shudder at Your Touch, an anthology of 22 Tales of Sex and Horror. Skeleton name and persona finally revealed! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Nothing But Blackened Teeth
August 29, 2022 12:00 - 57 minutes - 78.7 MBTennille and Sara give their book report on Nothing But Blackened Teeth by Cassandra Khaw. They reveal new possible names for the skeleton in the coffin - what WILL it be?!? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Forsaken by Andrew Van Way
August 22, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes - 80 MBSara and Tennille give their book report on Forsaken by Andrew Van Wey. They take a though journey through the Mendela Effect and make some unexpected discoveries. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
The Wretched
August 15, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBSara and Tennille present their book report on the 2020 film The Wretched. They dish on some new horror releases and what is getting them through this long dark summer. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Hide
August 10, 2022 00:15 - 1 hour - 101 MBTennille and Sara present their book report on Hide by Kiersten White. The also deal with seating arrangements and turn you on to so many upcoming spooky movies. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Sleepaway Camp
August 01, 2022 14:40 - 1 hour - 105 MBSara and Tennille pack their duffle bags and head to the 1983 cult classic Sleepaway Camp! this camp has everything, the shortest shorts ever made, death by curing iron, gross camp leaders, and romance. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
She Will
July 25, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBTennille and Sara give their book report on the new horror movie She Will, starring the hauntingly beautiful Alice Krige. Tennille is crafting tinctures and Sara receives a rose as an escape. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Man, F*ck This House
July 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 96.1 MBSara and Tennille present their book report on Brian Asman's Man, F*ck This House, while staring into the vast cosmic distance and delving into the Unexplained with William Shatner. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Sundial By Catriona Ward
July 11, 2022 19:44 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBTennille and Sara give their book report on Sundial by Catriona Ward. We wander in the desert with Rob then soothe in the shower and the Lake. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Price Guide to the Occult
June 27, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBTennille and Sara present their book report on The Price Guide to the Occult, written by Leslye Walton. We learn how fighting turtles can provide peace and which names are too much. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
My Best Friend's Exorcism
June 20, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 99.8 MBTennille and Sara review and discuss My Best Friend's Exorcism by Grady Hendrix. The also experience heat psychosis and a restroom overshare. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
JUNE 2022 Catch Up
June 13, 2022 12:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBSara and Tennille catch the Dearly Departed Listeners up on current happenings and the future of the podcast! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Listener Ghost Stories
November 12, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBSara and Tennille get spooked by our listener's supernatural encounters! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Ed & Lorraine Warren
October 31, 2021 13:00 - 2 hours - 173 MBTennille and Sara explore the history and controversy surrounding Ed and Lorraine Warren. Happy Halloween, Dear Departed Listeners! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Fear Street 1666 - 10:25:21, 10.36 PM
October 26, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 130 MBTennille and Sara love you Elf to Gnome as they wrap up the last installment of the Fear Street Netflix Series. (1666) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Fear Street 1978
October 22, 2021 22:00 - 1 hour - 120 MBTennille is the lone goth at camp, Sara gets spooky at vespers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Fear Street 1994
August 24, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 148 MBWe review and discuss Netflix's Fear Street Trilogy first movie : 1994. Sara gets in the huddle, Tennille just wants everyone to behave. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Summertime Catch Up
August 05, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 90.4 MBSara has opinions on The Lost Boys, and Tennille completes a huge goal! The gals catch up from the hiatus and bring you new information on the future of the pod. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Thirteen Stories Part 2
May 15, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 122 MBSara confronts some creepy deer, and Tennille goes swimming in an underwater town. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Medium The Game, The Talent
May 05, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 128 MBSara is mad about the science fair, Tennille has a prom night memory. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Secrets of the Skinwalker Ranch
April 21, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 163 MBTennille gives an intense presentation, Sara gets an invite to sports bra city. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Randonautica
April 03, 2021 03:34 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBSara and Tennille take a surprising Randonautica adventure! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
The Gate Watch-A-Long
March 27, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 137 MBTennille feels very maternal towards Stephen Dorff, and Sara knows what kind of bangs she does not want! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
The Gate Mini
March 25, 2021 05:25 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBTennille is watching out for the critters, and Sara just wants to wash again. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Thirteen Part One
March 18, 2021 02:25 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBTennille says don't nibble her fingers, Sara says to just take the phone. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Black Sunday Watch A Long - 3:12:21, 2.25 PM
March 13, 2021 17:35 - 1 hour - 148 MBTennille grabs that crunchy bug, Sara plays detective. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Black Sunday Minisode
March 11, 2021 22:40 - 25 minutes - 34.9 MBSara opens the coffin lid on DNA, and Tennille believes that mermaids exist. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Mausoleum - Watch-A-Long
March 06, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 163 MBSara can't handle those freaky teeth, and Tennille can't deal with that tall hair. Watch-A-Long, 1983's Mausoleum with Darkness Loves Us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Mini Ep Mausoleum Preview
March 04, 2021 14:00 - 25 minutes - 35.1 MBSara and Tennille prepare listeners for the newest watch-a-long and discuss other movies they had no business watching as kids. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Lady Frankenstein - Movie Watch-A-Long
February 28, 2021 21:30 - 1 hour - 157 MBTennille and Sara invite you to watch 1971 Italian Horror Classic Lady Frankenstein, available on several streaming platforms for free! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Silent Night
December 22, 2020 20:18 - 1 hour - 132 MBTennille says check out these Grinch boobies, and Sara says it is all khaki. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
The Midnight Club
November 21, 2020 04:25 - 1 hour - 107 MBSara goes butt to butt Pizza Hut, Tennille goes Flash Beagle. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Superstitious
October 30, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 163 MBSara would love to swat a fly, Tennille observes an autopsy. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries Season 1A Wrap Up
October 08, 2020 00:00 - 2 hours - 178 MBTennille is worried about spontaneous combustion, Tony is watching for Mini Lights, and Sara is in love with a mullet. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries 6-Missing Witness
October 02, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBSara is Laura Ingalls Woke, and Tennille is birthed from the Earth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries Ep 5 Berkshire UFO
September 23, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBTennille lays in the grass, Sara gets jizzed up. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Episode 4 - No Ride Home
September 16, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 102 MBTennille knows where you shouldn't keep your mask, and Sara knows what shouldn't happen in the summer. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries Episode 3 - House of Terror
September 12, 2020 01:14 - 1 hour - 104 MBTennille speaks French, Sara speaks Spanish. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries Episode 2 - 13 Minutes
July 15, 2020 23:45 - 1 hour - 100 MBTennille is a socially responsible disease avoider and Sara evangelizes for her new religion. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Unsolved Mysteries Ep. 2 proof
July 15, 2020 23:45 - 1 hour - 100 MBTennille is a socially responsible disease avoider and Sara evangelizes for her new religion.
Unsolved Mysteries Episode 1 - 7:6:20, 1.33 AM
July 06, 2020 05:46 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBSara says no thanks to Satanic Panic and Tennille says yes to Time Life Mysteries of the Unknown.
Unsolved Mysteries Episode 1 - Mystery on the Rooftop
July 06, 2020 05:46 - 1 hour - 87.9 MBSara says no thanks to Satanic Panic and Tennille says yes to Time Life Mysteries of the Unknown. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.
Stir of Echoes Movie
April 08, 2020 05:56 - 1 hour - 99.4 MBSara drinks with Clooney, and Tennille says yes to clearance wine. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/darkness-loves-us--4119988/support.