Double A Horror Highway: A Horror Movie Podcast
36 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsJoin hosts Amy Kasio and Amy Ketchum as they take a deep dive into their favorite horror movies! They will discuss many different topics, such as: the history of the making of the movie, the music, the cinematography, the monster and it's rules, the themes of the movie, their favorite kills, the impact of the movie on them, fun facts & trivia, and much more! They will end each episode by handing out awards for everything they feel the movie did right! So hop in the car and take a drive with us down the Double A Horror Highway!
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Episodes
Trick 'r Treat (2007)
October 31, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBToday we are wrapping up our Halloween celebration with the ultimate Halloween film: Trick ‘r Treat! We discuss the history of this movie and it’s long journey to getting released, the cult following, Sam as a Halloween icon, our sequel thoughts, and remember everyone, always follow the rules! Always wear a costume Always pass out treats to trick-or-treaters NEVER blow out a Jack O'Lantern before midnight Always check your candy Always respect the dead NEVER take down your decorat...
Frankenstein (1931)
October 24, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 40.9 MBToday we discuss the iconic, inspirational, horror classic Frankenstein! We discuss the history behind 18 year old Mary Shelley writing the book (released in 1818), pop culture of the 20s & 30s, Boris Karloff's influential portrayal of the monster, the censorship and controversy that affected this film, what it was like to market a movie in the 30s, the long lasting legacy of this film, and so much more! Grab your flaming torches and join us down in the lab where it's alive! It's alive! Mo...
House of 1000 Corpses (2003)
October 17, 2023 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBToday we discuss Rob Zombie's directorial debut, House of 1000 Corpses! We discuss how it has a perfect Halloween aesthetic, how it began as a haunted maze, the rocky release & eventual cult following, and chow down on all the complementary fried chicken we can eat!
Halloween (1978)
October 10, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBToday we are finally tackling Ketchum's all time favorite horror movie, Halloween! We discuss the many legends behind how this movie came into existence, it's impact and lasting legacy on horror, pop culture of 1978, fun facts, hand out awards, and so much more! Movie discussion starts around 16 mins.
The Descent (2005)
October 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBWe are back all month with a few episode for spooky season! Today we discuss one of Kasio's favorite films, "The Descent". We talk about what we've been up to, pop culture of the time, history of the movie, caves & crawlers, the ending, and more! Movie discussion starts around 19 mins.
Scream 6 (2023)
March 13, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBWe are back for a bonus episode sharing our first thoughts and reactions on the latest Scream movie. It's good to be back in the world of Scream! There will be spoilers! Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Official Website Kasio's TikTok
Poltergeist (1982)
October 27, 2022 13:53 - 1 hour - 102 MBStep into the light because we are back to discuss POLTERGEIST for it's 40 year anniversary. We discuss why the kids have so many Star Wars toys, how Heather O’Rourke was discovered, misogyny in the early 80s, the impact of this movie on pop culture, the background of the script and the other movie that was derived from it, the cunning way we are lured into the house to have a ‘real’ experience with them, the tragic death of actors who starred in the trilogy, and pot smoking hippy parents ad...
Barbarian (2022)
September 22, 2022 17:32 - 1 hour - 56 MBWe saw Barbarian, we loved it, so we HAD to talk about it! We discuss the movie scene by scene, breaking our normal format so warning: SPOILERS! Also, we recommend going into this movie as blind as possible for maximum enjoyment. Do not listen if you have not watched! We have a lot to say so check it out! Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Official Website
Ti West - The House of the Devil (2009)
September 14, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 179 MBPull those high waisted jeans up a little higher and lick those greasy pizza fingers because today we are discussing Ti West’s The House of the Devil! Join us and special guest horror film writer Alex Hall as we dig into the pop culture of 2009, the 80’s aesthetic, the history behind making this movie and being one of the first VOD releases of the time, Mrs. Ullman’s stone cold desert babe vibes, the wig reveal, the clothes, the insidious presence of Lena Dunham, lunar eclipses, and PIZZA PI...
The House of the Devil (2009)
September 14, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 179 MBPull those high waisted jeans up a little higher and lick those greasy pizza fingers because today we are discussing Ti West’s The House of the Devil! Join us and special guest horror film writer Alex Hall as we dig into the pop culture of 2009, the 80’s aesthetic, the history behind making this movie and being one of the first VOD releases of the time, Mrs. Ullman’s stone cold desert babe vibes, the wig reveal, the clothes, the insidious presence of Lena Dunham, lunar eclipses, and PIZZA PI...
Scream (1996)
November 15, 2021 10:00 - 2 hours - 115 MBHappy 25th anniversary, Scream! Today we discuss pop culture of 1996, the history & marketing of the movie, meta horror, the impact on culture and us personally as teens, favorite characters, final girls, the mask, gay vs codependent killers, cinematography, the score and soundtrack, the ending, fun facts, and hand out awards. Movie discussion starts at: 27 mins. Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Official Website
The Conjuring 3 Review (mini-episode)
June 06, 2021 04:24 - 30 minutes - 55.2 MBWe are back for a mini-episode to share our thoughts on the new release "The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It". Join us as we try not to deep dive (although Ketchum can't seem to help herself..) and give our first impressions of how we felt about this new film from director Michael Chaves and producer James Wan. The Conjuring series follows popular cases of paranormal psychic investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren. Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Official Website
Ep 15 - Halloween Movie and TV Recommendations
October 01, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBHappy Halloween! Today we are bringing you a list of movies and tv show episodes that feature Halloween or take place during autumn for that perfect October feel! It’s slim pickings out there so we tried to mix in some less obvious choices and hope you find something you haven’t heard of before. Grab your popcorn and candy, dim the lights, then get under the covers because it’s time to get into the Halloween spirit! Movies: Scary Stories to Tell In The Dark (2019) Once Bitten (1985) ...
Halloween Movie and TV Recommendations
October 01, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBHappy Halloween! Today we are bringing you a list of movies and tv show episodes that feature Halloween or take place during autumn for that perfect October feel! It’s slim pickings out there so we tried to mix in some less obvious choices and hope you find something you haven’t heard of before. Grab your popcorn and candy, dim the lights, then get under the covers because it’s time to get into the Halloween spirit! Movies: Scary Stories to Tell In The Dark (2019) Once Bitten (1985) ...
Episode 14 - American Mary (2012)
September 21, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBToday we discuss the wonderful film American Mary, which was created by the magnetic Soska Sisters Jen and Sylvia! In this episode we go over the pop culture of 2012, the history behind making this movie and how it’s an analogy for the film industry, how our main character Mary is both the protagonist and antagonist, we hand out awards and discuss so much more! Plot synopsis: A young medical student struggling to pay tuition is drawn into the shady world of underground body-modification. ...
Favorite Opening Scenes In Horror (Bonus series ep 2)
September 07, 2020 03:30 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBWe are back with ep 2 of our bonus series where we talk about our favorite opening scenes in horror! (We recommend that you listen in headphones!) Movies discussed include: It (2017) VFW (2020) The Conjuring 2 (2016) Come to Daddy (2020) Scream (1996) Ava's Possessions (2015) Halloween 3 (1982) Insidious 2 (2013) Jaws (1975) Candyman (1992) You can find us at: Instagram: doubleahorrorhighway Twitter: horrorhwy Facebook: doubleahorrorhighway Official Website: http...
American Psycho (2000)
April 13, 2020 03:30 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBIn honor of it's 20 year anniversary, we discuss American Psycho! Kasio & Ketchum get into the history of the movie and the difficulty Mary Harron went through, pop culture of 2000, Y2K, Napster, Nokia phone, favorite characters, Patrick Bateman, the meaning behind the music, the ending (was it real or not?), and we hand out awards! (Movie discussion starts at 21 mins) Note: This ep was recorded in February before the coronavirus shook up our lives. We had planned on starting Season 2 with...
Episode 13 - American Psycho (2000)
April 13, 2020 03:30 - 1 hour - 87.6 MBIn honor of it's 20 year anniversary, we discuss American Psycho! Kasio & Ketchum get into the history of the movie and the difficulty Mary Harron went through, pop culture of 2000, Y2K, Napster, Nokia phone, favorite characters, Patrick Bateman, the meaning behind the music, the ending (was it real or not?), and we hand out awards! (Movie discussion starts at 21 mins) Note: This ep was recorded in February before the coronavirus shook up our lives. We had planned on starting Season 2 with...
Favorite Opening Scenes In Horror ( Bonus series ep 1)
March 02, 2020 04:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBWelcome to a new series of bonus episodes where we discuss our favorite opening scenes in horror movies! Movies discussed include: Tag (2015), The Devil’s Candy (2015 - Kasio mistakenly said 2017), Annabelle Comes Home (2019), The Ring (2002), The Hunger (1983), Ginger Snaps (2000), Scream 2 (1997), Night Of The Living Dead (1968), Friday The 13th 2 (1981), Prom Night (1980). Season 2 starts in April! Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Listen to the episodes on YouTube Off...
Favorite Opening Scenes In Horror (Bonus series ep 1)
March 02, 2020 04:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBWelcome to a new series of bonus episodes where we discuss our favorite opening scenes in horror movies! Movies discussed include: Tag (2015) The Devil’s Candy (2015 - Kasio mistakenly said 2017) The Hunger (1983) The Ring (2002) Annabelle Comes Home (2019) Ginger Snaps (2000) Prom Night (1980) Scream 2 (1997) Night Of The Living Dead (1968) Friday The 13th 2 (1981) Find us on: Instagram Twitter Facebook Listen to the episodes on YouTube Official Website Patr...
Episode 12 - Alice Guy-Blaché - Women In Horror Month
February 10, 2020 04:30 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn honor of Women In Horror Month we will be discussing the most important female director you’ve never heard of: Alice Guy-Blaché. It is believed she was the first person ever to create a horror film (back in the early 1900’s) and has a long list of filmmaking accomplishments that deserve to be known. Alice has had a significant impact on cinema ranging from creating the first narrative film, experimenting with effects, adding sound to film, as well as encouraging actors to “be natural” dur...
Top 10 Horrors Of 2019
January 06, 2020 04:30 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBThis week we discuss our favorite horrors of 2019! Topics include: the 10 year anniversary of Jennifer’s Body, seeing A Nightmare On Elm Street in the theater, body horror, The Shining, the Soska Sisters, Shudder, Joe Bob Briggs, Ava’s Possessions & life after demonic possession, the early history of horror, Santa’s Slay, The Perfection (spoilers!), Jennifer Connelly in Phenomena, Halloween toys, virtual reality horror games, Annabelle Comes Home, Lezzie Borden (a queer women in horror Insta...
Episode 11 - Top 10 Horrors Of 2019
January 06, 2020 04:30 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBThis week we discuss our favorite horrors of 2019! Topics include: the 10 year anniversary of Jennifer’s Body, seeing A Nightmare On Elm Street in the theater, body horror, The Shining, the Soska Sisters, Shudder, Joe Bob Briggs, Ava’s Possessions & life after demonic possession, the early history of horror, Santa’s Slay, The Perfection (spoilers!), Jennifer Connelly in Phenomena, Halloween toys, virtual reality horror games, Annabelle Comes Home, Lezzie Borden (a queer women in horror Insta...
Episode 10 - Black Christmas (1974)
December 23, 2019 04:30 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBThis week we deep dive into the original Black Christmas from 1974! Topics include: Christmas time, pop culture of 1974, the history of making this movie, we ask “What’s Barb’s deal??”, we go over the themes of the movie, we discuss the unhinged killer and lack of reveal, cinematography & POV, the music, the ending, favorite scenes, fun facts and trivia, and we hand out awards! Movie discussion starts at 24 mins. Call the Horror Hotline: 662-DOUBLEA Highway Horror Road tunes on YouTube ...
Serial Mom (1994)
November 25, 2019 04:30 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe are back for a special Thanksgiving bonus episode! Join us and our special guest De as we discuss John Water's Serial Mom from 1994! Movie discussion starts at 31 mins! In this episode we talk about how we all know each other and the Myspace days, Thanksgiving plans and food, 420, Kasio and De’s new podcast about Curb Your Enthusiasm, pop culture of 1994, My So Called Life and VCR drama, history of making the movie, the true crime influence, cinematography, music, L7 and The Bloody Tampon...
Episode 9 - Serial Mom (1994)
November 25, 2019 04:30 - 1 hour - 102 MBWe are back for a special Thanksgiving bonus episode! Join us and our special guest De as we discuss John Water's Serial Mom from 1994! Movie discussion starts at 31 mins! In this episode we talk about how we all know each other and the Myspace days, Thanksgiving plans and food, 420, Kasio and De’s new podcast about Curb Your Enthusiasm, pop culture of 1994, My So Called Life and VCR drama, history of making the movie, the true crime influence, cinematography, music, L7 and The Bloody Tampon...
Episode 8 - The Perfection (2018)
October 28, 2019 03:30 - 1 hour - 102 MBOur season one finale is here! Strap in and hold on tight because this ride is about to go off the rails! This week we discuss one of our favorite horror movies of the year, The Perfection! We highly recommend that you go into this movie totally blind and don’t even read the rest of this post because of potential spoilers! CW: Sexual abuse (happens off screen). Topics include: our Halloween traditions, the inspiration for making this movie, how it felt to go into this movie TOTALLY blind a...
Episode 7 - Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985)
October 21, 2019 03:30 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBThis week we head over to 1428 Elm Street to discuss Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge. Topics include: background on Freddy Krueger and the first movie, history of how this movie came to be, pop culture of 1985, why this movie is considered to have gay themes, Mark Patton’s troubled journey and resurgence as an important gay icon, we dive into what was going on behind the scenes, the impact of AIDS and homophobia, the role reversal of having a male scream queen, the music, fun fac...
Episode 6 - Death Proof (2007)
October 14, 2019 04:00 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBHey Butterfly, hop in my Dodge Charger and join us for Quentin Tarantino’s Death Proof! This week we discuss: pop culture of 2007, grindhouse theaters, exploitation films, why we love this movie so much, stunt people, Zoe Bell, the differences in our two groups of women, cinematography, the music, But I’m A Cheerleader, we ponder over what happened to Lee, the lap dance, we hand out awards, and so much more! Call the horror hotline at 662-DOUBLEA! Share your scariest horror movie stories, ...
Episode 5 - The Final Girls (2015)
October 07, 2019 03:30 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBIt’s time for summer camp! Join us as we discuss one of Kasio's favorite movies of all time - The Final Girls (2015)! Topics include: Meta horror, the death of a parent, themes of the movie, cinematography (it’s amazing!), the monster and it’s rules (typical slasher), the music (such as Bette Davis Eyes and Like A Prayer), endless gushing over Angela Trimbur’s performance (call us, we love you!), the end fight scene and stripping, what a sequel might look like, favorite kills, the absurd...
Episode 4 - Summer Of 84 (2018)
September 30, 2019 00:30 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MBThis week we are bicycling our way back to 1984! Join us as we discuss: The history behind making this movie, the suburbs, the authenticity of the 80s aesthetic, what was happening in the real world during 1984, the 80's inspired synth soundtrack, Kasio has an excuse to talk about the movie Risky Business, what it was like to be a kid in the 80s, the ending, what a sequel might look like, Kraft macaroni and cheese, walkie talkies, spying on neighbors, milk cartons and missing kids. Call...
Episode 3 - Carnival Of Souls (1962)
September 23, 2019 03:30 - 1 hour - 58 MBThis week’s discussion is about the classic and influential Carnival Of Souls (1962). Topics include: watching this movie in black and white vs color, how it came to be filmed at the Saltair, the lack of success at the time of release and it’s surprise success in the 80s, horror movie hosts, the organ music, Ketchum’s “sensible” pump organ, breaking social conventions, a feeling of not belonging, we hand out awards, Ketchum shares the history of the Saltair and ends the episode with a ghost ...
Episode 2 - Jennifer's Body (2009)
September 16, 2019 03:30 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBHappy 10 year anniversary Jennifer’s Body! We are so excited to talk to you about the movie that sparked the creation of this podcast! Since it’s release back in 2009, it has gone on to become a feminist and queer cult classic and is currently experiencing a revival in part due to the #MeToo movement. Today’s topics include: the failure of the marketing of this movie, how Megan Fox was unjustly torn apart at the time of release, Jennifer “eating the patriarchy”, the queerness and psychic ...
Episode 1 - It Follows (2015)
September 09, 2019 03:30 - 59 minutes - 135 MBWelcome to the first episode of season one! Join your Double A hosts Amy Kasio and Amy Ketchum as they take a deeper look into one of their favorite horror movies: It Follows (2015). Today they discuss the 80’s sounding synth music, the inspiration for the cinematography, the unsettling feeling of the mixed seasons and technology, a deeper meaning behind the pool, their love of the opening scene, the significance of the color pink, the monster and it’s rules, Jay’s father, hypercolor shirts,...
Double A Horror Highway - About Us
August 26, 2019 03:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBGet to know your horror hosts Amy Kasio and Amy Ketchum as they answer four questions in this very short episode: Why do you want to talk about horror on a podcast? How does horror affect you/make you feel? What are your earliest memories of discovering horror? When did a horror movie scare you the most? Join us September 9th for our first full episode! Where to find us: Instagram @doubleahorrorhighway Twitter @horrorhwy Facebook Youtube Patreon
Double A Horror Highway Trailer
August 19, 2019 01:51 - 59 seconds - 913 KBJoin hosts Amy Kasio and Amy Ketchum as they take a deep dive into their favorite horror movies! They will discuss many different topics such as: the history of the making of the movie, the music, the cinematography, the monster and it's rules, the themes of the movie, their favorite kills, the impact of the movie on them, fun facts & trivia, and much more! They will end each episode by handing out awards for everything they feel the movie did right! So hop in the van and take a drive with u...