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Wheel of Horror

709 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratings

A Weekly Horror Podcast where two life long best friends Alec Lawless & Erik Mazurick discuss everything about horror films. Join us for a variety of guests and plenty of spooky surprises. Each film is decided by an evil wheel of horror, which movie will they discuss? Only the wheel knows!

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377 - Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 (1986) Guest: James Boyland

July 01, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

Leatherface & the boys are back, but this time are hunted by Dennis Hopper & Caroline Williams. What's not to love? We are joined by returning guest and Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 expert James Boyland to discuss this more comedic sequel.

376 - Godzilla (1998) Guest Zach "Coconut" Pena

June 24, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

It's a 1998 time capsule day. Join Alec, Erik, and first time guest Zach "Coconut" Pena as they discuss the first American Godzilla film. It has everything, Matthew Broderick in a beret, Hank Azaria playing an Italian stereotype, and honestly, a sympathetic look at a giant killer lizard. Enjoy!

376 - Prom Night (1980)

June 17, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

School may be out and summer has already started, but it's never too late for a 1980's Prom Night! Join Alec & Erik as they cover the early slasher film led by Scream Queen Jaime Lee Curtis. Hope you like disco, Enjoy!

375 - Prom Night (1980)

June 17, 2024 10:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

School may be out and summer has already started, but it's never too late for a 1980's Prom Night! Join Alec & Erik as they cover the early slasher film led by Scream Queen Jaime Lee Curtis. Hope you like disco, Enjoy!

374 - Friday The 13th Part 4- The Final Chapter (1984)

June 10, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

FULLY ANIMTAED EPISODE ON YOUTUBE! It's the 40th anniversary of Friday the 13th The Final Chapter. We though not only is it time to cover this masterpiece, but also to do a fully animated podcast for this episode. So watch and listen in as Alec & Erik talk the "death" of Jason, Crispin Glover's Dancing, and Corey Feldman's bald cap. Enjoy and watch the episode on YouTube! Link to YouTube: https://youtu.be/XlV4dw6RI6w Twitter: https://x.com/HorrorWheel Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/...

373 - Mars Attacks (1996)

June 03, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

ACK ACK ACK! That's how Martian's say "It's a new Wheel of Horror!" Today Alec & Erik discuss the mid 90's Sci-Fi classic Tim Burton's Mars Attacks. This movie has it all, A star Studded cast, passable CGI, and Sarah Jessica Parker's head on a chihuahua, it's fun! Enjoy our discussion of Mars Attacks!

372 - Spirits Like Us - With Director Stan Alger

May 27, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MB

Happy Memorial Day! Today Alec sits down with Writer/Director Stan Alger to discuss his film career and his Horror short film "Spirits Like Us". You can watch "Spirits Like Us" currently on YouTube. Link Below. Link to Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34eWKohhNgE

371 - The Best Horror Sequels of All Time

May 20, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

To finish off this Wheel of sequels, Alec & Erik will discuss and debate the greatest Horror sequels of all time. There will be a decisive winner! See if your favorite horror sequels films made our lists. New Wheel starts next week!

370 - Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare (1991) Guest: Joe Testa

May 13, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

Its back to back Freddy, baby! It's the Final Nightmare, or is it? Either way Freddie is back, he's at his goofiest, and legally he dies. Join Alec, Erik, & Joe Testa as they discuss Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare. 

369 - Freddys Nightmares Pilot (1988) Guest: Joe Testa

May 06, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Freddy Mania Baby!!! Freddy Kruger was on top of the world in the late 80's, so a TV show for him made perfect sense. Join Alec, Erik, and Joe Testa as they discuss the pilot episode of Freddy's Nightmares: A Nightmare on Elm Street The Series.

368 - Psycho 3 (1986) Guest: Andy Danish

April 29, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the shower, Norman and Mother are back! First time director and star Anthony Perkins, take us on this wild ride in the the continuing saga of Norman Bates. Join Alec, Erik, and returnign guest Andy Danish as they discuss 1986's Psycho 3.

367 - Jeepers Creepers Reborn (2022) Guest: Ryan Baldassario

April 22, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MB

Well the day has finally come, we've finished the Jeepers Creepers Franchise. Does the series go out with a bang? Listen in as Alec, Erik, and Legally Certified Jeepers Creepers Expert Ryan Baldassario discuss the finaly outing Jeepers Creepers Reborn. It's.....yeah.

366 - Jeepers Creepers 3 (2017) Guest Ryan Baldassario

April 15, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

You can't keep a good creeper down, eventhough it's less good this time around, like waaaay less good. We have our Jeppers Creepers expert Ryan Baldassario joing us again for this outing. Enjoy our discussion on 2017's Jeepers Creepers 3!

365 - Pet Sematary 2 (1992) Guest James Boylan

April 08, 2024 10:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

It's about time we returned to that ol' Pet Sematary and who better to join us than returning guest James Boyland. This is one hell of a wild ride with Clancy Brown, Edward Furlong, some off beat 90's grunge and of course dead pets. Enjoy our discussion of 1992's Pet Sematary 2.

364 - Creep 2 (2017)

April 01, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB

He's Creepy and he's kooky, mysterious, and spooky...This guy is not from the Addam's family, but he is one hell of a Creep. Join Alec & Erik as they discuss the follow up to an amazing found footage indie horror film, 2017's Creep 2. Enjoy!

363- Phantasm 4: Oblivion (1998) Guest: Mike Valente

March 25, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Boy!!!!!...again. If you thought the Tall Man was done chasing Reggie & Mike, think again! Today we are joined by longtime returning guest Mike Valente to discuss Phantasm 4: Oblivion. Here's the catch, our guest has never heard of the Phantasm series before. Join us as he stumbles his way through figuring out this film. Enjoy!

362 - Leprechaun 2 (1994)

March 18, 2024 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

The happiest St. Patrick's Day to you and your kin! What better way to celebrate than to continue our coverage of the Leprechaun franchise. Today we are talking the second outing, let's see where that extra $500K budget went in 1994's Leprechaun 2, Directed by Timothee Chalamet's uncle, i'm serious, look it up.

361 - Friday The 13th Part 5- A New Beginning (1985) Guest - Matt Banever

March 11, 2024 10:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

We are doing these movies so out of order, but answer me this, Jason got like killed killed in Part 4 right, so who's the killer in this one? Huh...well I guess it's a Friday the 13th Whodunnit! Join Alec, Erik & returning guest Matt Banever to discuss Part 5 A New Beginning.

360 - Phantasm 3 (1994)

March 04, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

Who does love those silver flying balls? Today we are talking the middle chapter in the Phantasm series, Phantasm 3: Lord of the Dead. The 1994 straight to VHS classic. With the original Mike returning, the Tall Man getting even taller, and more silver balls than anyone knows what to do with. It's Phantasm baby. Enjoy!

359 - A Quiet Place Part 2 (2021) Guest: Dom Berger

February 26, 2024 11:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB

Shhhhh! We are back and today we are talking A Quiet Place Part 2, with our longtime returning guest Dom Berger. It's got so many Alien Monster things, so much walking with a baby, so much quiet. Enjoy!

358 - Happy Death Day 2 U (2021) Guest- Mike "Vito" Hansen

February 19, 2024 11:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MB

Happy President's Day!!!! It's been 3 long years since we talked about the horror film Happy Death Day, but today we are finally covering it's sequel Happy Death Day 2 U with returning guest Mike "Vito" Hansen. It's like the first one, but more sequelly. Sorry about the short episode. Enjoy!

357 - Child's Play 2 (1990)

February 12, 2024 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MB

It's the first film of our Spring of Sequels wheel! Today we are talking Chucky's second outing, Child's Play 2. Andy is miserable, Chucky is goofier, and an amazing 3rd act that would make any horror sequel jealous. Also did Terminator 2 steal plot points from this film? LIsten in to find out!

356 - Cold Prey (2006)

February 05, 2024 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

It's the end of the Winter Wheel of Horror and we are ending on 2006's Cold Prey. It's like Friday the 13th, meets My Bloody Valentine, but in the snow and more Norwegianey. Enjoy our discussion on Cold Prey and listen to the nd to hear the exciting news about the upcoming Wheel of Horror.

355 - Blue Velvet (1986)

January 29, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB

It's Monday again! We are very excited to talk about one of David Lynch's best, 1986's Blue Velvet. 80's Noir, a missing ear, a killer sound track, and an unbeatable cast. Listen in to hear our take on Blue Velvet. Enjoy!

354 - 30 Days of Night (2007) Guest: Dom Berger

January 22, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

What would you do if the sun stayed down for 30 straight days and your town was invaded by vampires? Today Alec, Erik, and returning guest Dom Berger talk their way through how Josh Hartnett handles it. Hear their thoughts on the film, what they would do in the situation, sequel ideas, and more on todays episode. Enjoy!

353 - Dead Snow (2009)

January 15, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MB

It's Norwegian week here at Wheel of Horror and today we are discussing the 2009 cult classic Dead Snow, it's got Zombies, but they're Nazi Zombies oooooo! Join Alec & Erik as they discuss the Horror Comedy Dead Snow. Enjoy!

352 - Jack Frost (1997) Guest: DJ Skoob

January 08, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MB

This was a fun one and a classic 90's VHS horror staple. Listen in as Alec, Erik, and returning guest DJ Skoob discuss the horror version of "Jack Frost" the killer snowman, not the Michael Keaton one. Enjoy!

351 - Return of The Living Dead Part 2 (1988) Guest Joe testa

January 01, 2024 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MB

Happy New Year!!! Start your new year off right with a little discussion from Alec & Joe on the 1988 horror comedy Return of the Living Dead Part 2. These zombies just won't stay dead. Enjoy!

350 - Frozen (2010)

December 25, 2023 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MB

Merry Christmas!!! What's a better way to celebrate than watching a movie where 3 people get trapped on a ski lift in sub freezing temperatures? Grab some egg nog, light a fire, and listen in as Alec and Erik discuss the 2010 indie horror film "Frozen". Not the Disney one.

349 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989) Guest: Andy Danish

December 18, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

It's a Boy!!!! Get ready as Alec, Erik, and returning guest Andy Danish delve into the beginning of the end of the Nightmare on Elm street Series, with th 1989 "Classic" Dream Child. it's Freddy, but like, he's a baby this time. Enjoy!

348 - Hatchet 2 (2010)

December 04, 2023 12:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Victor Crowley is back, but even more piswedcoff than last time. Join Alec & Erik as they work their way through another Hatchet film. Enjoy!

347 - A Nightmare on Elm Street 4 The Dream Master (1988) Guest: Joe Testa

November 27, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MB

Freddy's back yet again and this time he's got even more crazy dream kills up his sweater sleeve. Join Alec, Erik, and the one and only Joe Testa for A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master. Enjoy!

346 - Thankskilling 3 (2012)

November 20, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Oh boy.....yeah, this movie.....just Happy Thanksgiving. Godammnit.

345 - Eraserhead (1977)

November 13, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

Masterpiece to some, confusing mess to others. Today we talk David Lynch's feature directorial debut 1977's Eraserhead. Wild ride of a film and a perfect example of passion and art in cinema. This will be our last Indie Horror film, as the SAG strike is offically over. Always remember, In heaven, everything is fine. Enjoy!

344 - Watcher (2022)

October 31, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MB

343 - Spree (2020)

October 30, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

It's a guy, he's crazy, he starts killing people on a live stream, man I hate social media. Enjoy our discussion on 2020's Spree!

342 - Ringu (1998)

October 29, 2023 10:00 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MB

Today on the Podcast, another Japanese horror classic and the film that kicked off the Japanese Horror wave of the early 2000's. Join Alec & Erik as they discuss Ringu, it's like The Ring, only more Japanesey.

341 - Tucker & Dale Vs Evil (2010) Guest Dom Berger

October 28, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

Another banger today on the show, the Horror comedy film Tucker & Dale VS. Evil from 2010. This film was an unexpected joyride. Plenty of comedy, amazing special effects, and an interesting look at the Horror genre. Joining us is returning guest Dom Berger. Enjoy!

340 - The Descent (2005)

October 27, 2023 11:00 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MB

Cannot believe it took us this long to cover this film. Such an awesome 2000's horror classic. Today we talk the British Horror film The Descent. Cave climbing......just why?

339 - Audition (1999) Guest- Will Rahardjo

October 26, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Kicking off our October Wheel of Horror, it's Terrifying, it's bloody, it's sad....it's Audition. Get ready as we tackle the 1999 Japanese horror film with returning guest Will Rahardjo.

338 - The Exorcist Believer (2023)

October 23, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MB

We are a little late on this one and the consensus seems to be unanimous, but hey, give today's episode a listen and see if you share our thoughts on The Exorcist Believer. I wasn't the worst movie ever!

337 - Interview W:Chris McKinnell - Ed & Lorraine Warrens Grandson

October 16, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MB

Today we interview Chris McKinnell, the grandson of famous Demonologists Ed & Lorraine Warren. Chris tells us about his fasinating life travelling the world, working with his grandparents, and keeping their cases alive and well today through The Warren Legacy Foundation. Listen in to find out details about some of the Warren's scariest cases and some insights into the Conjuring films and that universe. Really great speaking with Chris and really scary to hear his stories. Enjoy!

336 - The Last Man on Earth (1964) Guest: Bonnie Marie Williams

October 09, 2023 10:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MB

Today It's an oldie but a greatie! We are talking about the Vincent Price classic 'The Last man on Earth'. We are also joined by first time guest Bonnie Marie Williams who is promoting the documentary she produced "Spooktacular" which is about America's First Horror theme park SpookyWorld. Listen in to find out more! https://www.spooktacularthemovie.com/

335 - A Clockwork Orange (1971)

October 02, 2023 10:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Who's ready for a bit of the ol' ultra violence? Today Alec & Erik tackle this behemoth of a classic sci-fi/horror/dystopian film, Stanley Kubrick's A Clock Work Orange. Watch your garbles and enjoy!

334 - Get To Know Host - Alec Lawless

September 25, 2023 10:00 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

It's been a long time coming. Today instead of talking about a Horror film, we decided to do an interview of one of our hosts, Alec Lawless. Get ready to learn the story of what makes Alec, Alec in this weeks episode of Wheel of Horror. Enjoy!

333- Get to Know Host- Erik Mazurick

September 18, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

It's been a long time coming. Today instead of talking about a Horror film, we decided to do an interview of one of our hosts, Erik Mazurick. Get ready to learn the story of what makes Erik, Erik in this weeks episode of Wheel of Horror. Enjoy!

332 - Thinner (1996) Guest - Dom Berger

September 11, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

It's been a long time coming for us to cover this film. Throughout our 300+ episode's Erik has mentioned this film many many time "Don't even get me started on Thinner, man. I will mess you up if you start talking crap about Thinner!" - Erik. Well the day has finally arrived. Join Alec, Erik and longtime returning guest Dom Berger for a book to film comparision of "Stephen King's" Thinner.

331 - Best PG-13 Horror Films - Guest: Will Rahardjo

September 04, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Who doesn't remember those old days as a kid, begging your parents to watch the latest and greatest horror film, but being told no and left watching the age appropriate PG-13 release? Well Alec, Erik, and returning guest Will Rahardjo are here to discuss the greatest PG-13 horror films of all time. So buckle up buckaroos, it's a wild ride!

330 - Basketcase (1982) Guest - Corinne Decost

August 28, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33 MB

Very excited to talk about th indie horror film Basket case and even more excited to be joined again by guest Corinne DeCost to walk us through it. This movie is a wild ride and is now a must watch for us. It truly shows the love of filmmaking and why horror is such a great way to get your foot into the film industry. Check this film out, it's been preserved by MOMA!

329 - Best Scream Queens - Guest : Zak Simpson

August 21, 2023 10:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Today Alec, Erik, and longtime returning guest Zak Simpson talk about all of the amazing women in the Horror genre. We dicuss our personal favorites, women who made the biggest splash in the genre, best scream queens, best finals girls, and much more. Enjoy!