When Animals Attack Podcast

26 - Feline Fury

October 31, 2022 21:01 - 1 hour - 57.8 MB

In Episode 26: Feline Fury, Jen and Nilo are joined by cat/horror experts Morgan Woolsey and Ben Raphael Sher to discuss what happens when good cats go bad! (Spoiler: they don’t. All Cats Are Beautiful.) We share an irl story of a family (supposedly) terrorized by a housecat before spending the majority of the episode digging into a range of cat horror films, including Strays, The Uncanny, Eye of the Cat, and Hausu, with brief references to Kuroneko, Uninvited, Demonia, Devil Story, Let the ...

25 - Oh Snap!

July 28, 2022 16:56 - 1 hour - 64.6 MB

We know it’s been a while, crocodile. But we’re back with a vengeance in an episode nearly as massive as “the chief of beasts” himself! In Episode 25 Jen and Nilo share stories about unfortunate human encounters with crocs, and celebrate various entries in the crocsploitation subgenre: Rogue, Black Water, Dark Age, Lake Placid, Crocodile, Killer Crocodile, and Killer Crocodile 2. Sources: Gordon Grice, The Book of Deadly Animals Hugh Edwards, Crocodile Attack Michael Garlock, Killer ...

24 - The Last Laugh

September 11, 2021 17:01 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

Known variously as vampires, witch’s steeds, and sexual perverts, across myriad cultures and throughout human history the hyena has haunted our collective imagination. In the words of Peter Hathaway Capstick, “From the first, faraway woooo-uppp of the pack gathering to the sniggering chitter of the kill, the hyena is telling you something you don’t want to be reminded of: you’re just the meat after all and your day will come.” In episode 24, Jen and Nilo share stories of some unfortunate hum...

23 - Itsy Bitsy Nightmares

October 31, 2020 15:35 - 1 hour - 83.4 MB

In Episode 23, Jen and Nilo swap stories of unfortunate arachnid encounters before discussing the invading spider armies of Arachnophobia (1990) and Kingdom of the Spiders (1977) and the far more disturbing spider sex of Latvian art-horror curiosity Spider (1992). SOURCES: BJ Colangelo, “Kingdom of the Spiders (1977),” When Animals Attack: The 70 Best Horror Movies with Killer Animals Gordon Grice, The Red Hourglass Gordon Grice, The Book of Deadly Animals Niklas Salmose, “We Spide...

22 - Feathered Foes

July 15, 2020 22:50 - 1 hour - 77.6 MB

In episode 22, Jen and Nilo share stories of a variety of avian attacks, from magpies mobbing cyclists to starlings crashing planes to the terrifying exploits of the living velociraptor known as the cassowary. Then they discuss some of the best animal horror movies ever put to celluloid – The Birds and The Lighthouse – and possibly the worst film ever made, Birdemic. But the most fun entry this go-round was the 1987 schlockfest, Beaks (aka Birds of Prey). Sources: Gordon Grice, Deadly Ki...

21 - Tiger Kweens

April 11, 2020 23:06 - 57 minutes - 44.2 MB

In episode 21, Jen & Nilo share stories about a recent mountain lion attack and the Zanesville Massacre, before hashing out their reactions to the Netflix limited series Tiger King. For more information about how you can contribute to organizing around the issues raised in this conversation check out: Panthera, an org that advocates for big cats and their ecosystems, https://www.panthera.org/ DSA, an org dedicated to building progressive movements for social change, https://www.dsausa...

20 - Pig Mood

March 05, 2020 02:42 - 1 hour - 63 MB

In episode 20, Jen & Nilo are joined by two special guests, Ash & Jon of Horror Vanguard podcast, to dig into the 1984 Ozploitation classic, Razorback. Then they discuss the 1973 oddity Pigs, before sharing some true stories of pig and boar attacks. To hear more from Jon and Ash about spooky movies and even spookier theory, check out Horror Vanguard wherever you get your podcasts, or find them on Twitter @HorrorVanguard. If you liked what you heard, you can also support their Patreon. -...

19 - Abominable Snow Bears

December 24, 2019 20:38 - 2 hours - 87.1 MB

In episode 19, Jen & Nilo share true stories of harrowing encounters with the world's largest land predator in Canada, Alaska, Norway, and Russia. They also discuss two animal horror films: Unnatural and Wild Beasts. In the latter, a variety of animals get high on PCP and rampage through an unnamed German city; listen to learn more about a tiger tearing up a train, elephants rampaging on a runway, and the film's centerpiece, in which a polar bear busts in on a children's ballet class. ---...

18 - Bloodsucking Fiends

October 31, 2019 19:56 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

In a special Halloween episode, Nilo & Jen discuss vampire bats. They trade bat attack stories, and discuss three films that have viciously maligned our comrades of the sky: Chosen Survivors (1974), Nightwing (1979), and Bats (1999). Sources: “Blood Buddies,” Radiolab (2010) https://www.livescience.com/463-spate-vampire-bat-attacks.html https://www.independent.co.uk/news/science/bats-rabies-deforestation-brazil-urbanisation-diseases-humans-animals-transmission-between-species-a77686...

17 - Predatory Porpoises

June 29, 2019 20:39 - 38 minutes - 30.2 MB

In Episode 17, Nilo & Jen are joined by CSU Fullerton Professor Chelsea Julian Reynolds to discuss predatory porpoises! Dolphins may seem cute, playful, and even magical… and they are. But sometimes they can be a little *too* interested in people, if you know what we mean. Either way, tune in to learn more about what happens when dolphins go bad, but be warned: it gets a little steamy. Sources: https://slate.com/technology/2014/05/adam-walker-saved-by-dolphins-from-shark-attack-the-myth...

16 - Too Much to Bear

June 13, 2019 21:32 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

In episode 16, Jen and Nilo swap stories of black bear attacks in Alaska, India, and elsewhere around the world, and discuss the most realistic animal attack ever to appear on screen, from the 2015 survival horror film Backcountry. Along the way, they also explain how to differentiate between brown and black bears, and share some tips for how to survive (and avoid!) defensive vs. predatory bear attacks, so that you can stay safe in bear country. --- Sources: https://www.player.one/b...

15 - Big Mane Energy

May 07, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MB

In episode 15, Nilo and Jen are joined by author Gordon Grice to discuss African lion attacks. They swap stories that span more than a century and several countries, including the “man-eaters of Tsavo,” and then debate the merits of two films based on those notorious attacks: Bwana Devil (1953) and The Ghost and the Darkness (1996). Along the way, they also touch on the follies of colonialism and briefly review Prey (2007) and the 1978 made-for-TV movie The Beasts are on the Streets! You c...

14 - Down the Rabbit Hole

April 17, 2019 17:17 - 48 minutes - 35.9 MB

In episode 14, Jen and Nilo are joined by New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis to discuss bunnies on film, from The Rules of the Game to Night of the Lepus to Us, along with a few true stories of rabbit attacks.

13 - Fangs of Fury

April 04, 2019 23:19 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

In episode 13, Jen & Nilo share stories of venomous snake attacks from around the world, including a harrowing listener story from Steve Rankin, executive producer of Naked and Afraid. They round off these real-life tales with a discussion of the cinematic serpents of Snake Island and the Hong Kong/Philippines coproduction, The Evil Snake Girl. --- Sources: Gordon Grice, The Book of Deadly Animals Edward R. Ricciuti, Killer Animals Don Zaidle, American Man-Killers https://www.bb...

12 - Thirsty like the Wolf

March 18, 2019 22:42 - 1 hour - 63.7 MB

In episode 12, Nilo and Jen cover a range of wolf tales spanning history and the globe, from contemporary Korea and Alaska to the 18th century exploits of the Beast of Gévaudan. They also touch on the recent story of the runner who strangled a cougar to fend off an attack, before reviewing the big bad wolves of The Grey, Frozen, and Brotherhood of the Wolf. --- Sources: https://www.csmonitor.com/USA/2012/0128/The-Grey-Is-film-s-portrayal-of-wolves-as-man-killers-too-dramatic http://...

11 – Go Get Em Tiger

February 01, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 93.3 MB

In episode 11, Jen & Nilo talk tigers! They cover a number of attacks in India, including the story of the notorious Champawat tigress, and then Jen does a deep dive into a mystical tale of feline vengeance against a poacher from Siberia. They finish up by reviewing an array of movies about middle-aged white men using tigers to behave badly – Roar, Burning Bright, and Black Zoo – with a brief detour through the ridiculous Jurassic Park ripoff, Sabretooth. Sources: http://mandesasbluepla...

10 – Fowl Play

November 22, 2018 00:00 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MB

In episode 10, Jen flies solo to share some wild turkey attack stories and dig into the vaguely Thanksgiving-themed Blood Freak. Sources: This American Life, “Poultry Slam 2011” https://nypost.com/2017/08/25/wild-turkeys-from-hell-are-terrorizing-this-town/ https://medium.com/the-mission/taking-time-to-be-thankful-surviving-a-wild-turkey-attack-34d75e6a12c6 https://www.nbcnewyork.com/news/local/Wild-Turkeys-Chase-Attack-Stamford-Neighbors-441752913.html https://www.upi.com/Od...

9 – Rat-attack-y

October 31, 2018 00:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

In this Halloween mini-episode, Nilo and Jen stir up a melange of tales of rats attacking humans and discuss the cinematic rodents of Willard, Of Unknown Origin, and Deadly Eyes. Do you have an animal attack story? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], or you can find us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast, twitter.com/animalattackpod, and facebook.com/animalattackpod. Produced by mature ADULT time entertainment

8 – Ring-Tailed Rascals

October 09, 2018 00:00 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

In episode 8, Nilo and Jen shed light on the hidden menace plaguing our streets – raccoons! They trade stories about the masked marauders with creepy tiny hands, recommend outdoor excursions for self care in these trying times, and discuss the merits of the little-known Troma gem, Coons: Night of the Bandits of the Night. Do you have an animal attack story? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], or you can find us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast, tw...

7 – Man’s Best Frenemy

September 10, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 158 MB

In the seventh episode of When Animals Attack, Jen and Nilo swap dog attack stories from the US & the UK, including the tragic case of Diane Whipple, bite into breed discrimination & the use of dogs as tools of the state, reflect on 35 years of Cujo barking at a car, and compare the hellhounds of Devil Dog and Rottweiler. Do you have an animal attack story? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], or you can find us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast, tw...

6 – Jurassic Shark

August 27, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 140 MB

In episode 6, Jen and Nilo swap stories of unusual and unlikely shark attacks, consider the politics of “I Survived” and the magic of dolphins, and do a deep dive into the supersized shark movie The Meg with special guests Jason and Harrison. Do you have an animal attack story? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], or you can find us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast, twitter.com/animalattackpod, and facebook.com/animalattackpod. For more of Jason’...

5 – Hot Cougar Action

August 13, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 119 MB

In episode 5, Jen & Nilo trade stories of predatory pumas, share tips for how to coexist with cougars, explain why LA loves its lions, and discuss the meager merits of Day of the Animals and The Pumaman. Have you or someone you know experienced or witnessed an animal attack? We want the deets! Send your stories to [email protected]. Follow us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast and twitter.com/animalattackpod. Sources: Jo Deurbrouck & Dean Miller, Cat Attacks: True St...

4 – Buzzkill – Deadly Swarms

August 09, 2018 00:00 - 1 hour - 130 MB

In the fourth episode of When Animals Attack! Jen & Nilo discuss killer bees, hornets from hell, a harrowing firsthand account of surviving a yellowjack swarm, and why wasps are better than WASPs. Have you or someone you know experienced or witnessed an animal attack? We want the deets! Send your stories to [email protected]. Follow us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast and twitter.com/animalattackpod. Sources: https://www.wired.com/2015/07/absurd-creature-of-the-w...

3 – Don’t Hate the Gator

July 30, 2018 00:00 - 45 minutes - 83.3 MB

In episode 3, Nilo & Jen share stories of alligator attacks in The Sunshine State, imagine showdowns between dinosaurs and supercrocs, and wax ecstatic about gators on film and the homoerotics of 80s cinema. Have you or someone you know experienced or witnessed an animal attack? We want the deets! Send your stories to [email protected]. Follow us at instagram.com/whenanimalsattackpodcast and twitter.com/animalattackpod. Sources: Charles Sobczak, Alligators, Sharks, and Panth...

2 – Ride the Shark

July 23, 2018 00:00 - 37 minutes - 69.2 MB

In episode 2 of When Animals Attack!, Nilo and Jen discuss great white sharks, the “Jaws effect,” and the other white meat. Have you or someone you know experienced or witnessed an animal attack? We want the deets! Send your stories to [email protected]. References: Aylah Svetey, “How Jaws Killed Sharks,” University of Melbourne’s Scientific Scribbles Blog Gordon Grice, Shark Attacks: Inside the Mind of the Ocean’s Most Terrifying Predator International Shark Attack File...

1 – It Gets Grizzly

July 16, 2018 00:00 - 33 minutes - 60.4 MB

In the first episode of When Animals Attack!, Jen and Nilo discuss grizzly bear attacks, gay swans, and George Clooney’s first film role. Follow us on instagram Visit matureADULTtime.com for more information.