הפודקאסטים הטובים ביותר ב-Scared Podcast (2025)

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Learning to Dance with Self-Doubt as a Writer with Amy L. Bernstein 38:49

6d ago38:49

38:49

Have you ever felt like self-doubt was holding your writing dreams hostage? Oh friend, you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I had an incredible chat with the wonderful Amy Bernstein, author of Wrangling the Doubt Monster: Fighting Fears and Finding Inspiration. We got real about the ways self-doubt creeps int…

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207 - Final Destination Bloodlines 1:52:52

2d ago1:52:52

1:52:52

Throughout May we're celebrating halfway to Halloween by taking a closer look at some of this month's bigger horror releases as well as a few of this year's standouts. This week the fiends look to escape Death's design in FINAL DESTINATION BLOODLINES (2025)! Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare…

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The 2025 Summer Movie Preview Spooktacular 1:14:17

3d ago1:14:17

1:14:17

Kitty returns to help Pete and Bryan navigate a busy summer horror movie preview. From Prom Queens to Killer Sharks...Legacy sequels to remakes...this summer has a little something for everyone. Join us as we preview all the major horror releases hitting theaters this summer. Check out our stuff on https://scarevalue.com…

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Skunk Ape 28:09

4d ago28:09

28:09

Deep in the mangroves of the Florida Keys, something ancient might be watching. This week, we uncover the eerie legend of the Skunk Ape — a towering, hairy creature said to haunt the backwoods and backwaters of South Florida. While most sightings come from the Everglades, locals in the Upper Keys whisper of strange howls in the night, rustling in t…

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Banshee 24:07

7d ago24:07

24:07

Banshee Show Notes In this episode, we head across the Atlantic to dive into one of Ireland’s most chilling legends—the Banshee. Said to be a ghostly woman with a bone-chilling wail, the Banshee is believed to appear before a death in the family. Sometimes she’s seen brushing her long hair, other times she’s just heard crying in the distance. Is sh…

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Final Destination (2000) 1:22:16

10d ago1:22:16

1:22:16

With the long-awaited Final Destination: Bloodlines set to hit theaters this week...Pete and Bryan are joined by a returning Mark to discuss the original film 25 years later. Did watching it in two segments split over six weeks have any ill effects on Pete's viewing experience? Did they really name a character Clear Rivers? Why did Alex spend the e…

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Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum 24:49

11d ago24:49

24:49

In this episode, we take a stroll through one of Key West’s most iconic spots—the Hemingway Home. But it’s not just famous for its history and six-toed cats. Visitors say the ghost of Ernest Hemingway still lingers, with reports of shadowy figures, phantom footsteps, and even the sound of an old typewriter clicking away. Some even claim his wife Pa…

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206 - Clown in a Cornfield 1:50:43

12d ago1:50:43

1:50:43

Throughout May we're celebrating halfway to Halloween by taking a closer look at some of this month's bigger horror releases as well as a few of this year's standouts. This week we review the new teen slasher CLOWN IN A CORNFIELD (2025)! Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare…

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One Year Anniversary + Writing, Perimenopause, Procrastination, and Giving Yourself Grace 17:24

13d ago17:24

17:24

ENTER THE 1 YEAR Anniversary Celebration to WIN a FREE 90-MIN PLOT STRATEGY SESSION! DOWNLOAD "THE WRITE MINDSET" FREE WORKBOOK from Write It Scared! Writing is challenging enough without beating ourselves up along the way, right? In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I’m getting personal—celebrating the podcast’s one-year milestone (wooh…

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Companion (2025) 1:05:43

17d ago1:05:43

1:05:43

The Scare Value boys love Jack Quaid so much they rush to watch this year's Companion. Massive spoiler warning for anyone who hasn't seen it yet...they talk about every twist and turn in this wildly entertaining movie. Does Iris have the best Final Girl story in recent memory? Why did the advertising spoil the first big twist? How many things did P…

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Captain Tony's Saloon 27:24

18d ago27:24

27:24

In this episode, we head to Key West to check out one of the most haunted bars in America—Captain Tony’s Saloon. Once a morgue and the site of public hangings, this bar has no shortage of ghost stories. From the Lady in Blue who’s said to haunt the women’s restroom, to eerie encounters around gravestones inside the bar, Captain Tony’s is dripping w…

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205 - Buried 1:10:42

19d ago1:10:42

1:10:42

Throughout April we'll be taking a closer look at some of the fiends' phobias and the films that induce them. Next up is Kasseri's phobia - claustrophobia (fear of confined spaces). His selection for the week was BURIED (2010)! Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare…

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Building Your Author Platform Without the Overwhelm with Nicole Meier & Gretchen Schaffer of Bookworks.co 26:56

20d ago26:56

26:56

Download Your Free Novel Planning Guide Let’s talk about author platforms—and before you groan, I promise this isn’t scary or overwhelming! In this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I’m chatting with two industry experts, Nicole Meier (multi-published author and book coach) and Gretchen Schaffer (marketing and PR strategist), the brilliant te…

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Mulholland Drive (2001) 1:27:00

24d ago1:27:00

1:27:00

David Lynch month comes to a close with a visit to Club Silencio in 2001's Mulholland Drive. It's a first time watch for Pete...and an old favorite for Bryan. Will they see anything the same way this time after failing to find common ground on Lost Highway? Of course not. Why would we even bother at that point? Check out our stuff on https://scarev…

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204 - Tremors 1:19:45

25d ago1:19:45

1:19:45

Throughout April we'll be taking a closer look at some of the fiends' phobias and the films that induce them. Next up is Bob's phobia -ammophobia (fear of sand). His selection for the week was TREMORS (1990)! Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Carl Tanzler (aka Count Carl von Cosel) 30:26

25d ago30:26

30:26

In 1930, in Key West, Florida, a man named Carl Tanzler met, and became captivated by a 22 year old, dark haired beauty named Elena Hoyos. The problem? They both were married, she was completely uninterested, and…she was dying of tuberculosis. That didn’t stop Carl from trying to woo her! This is the twisted tale of a man so fixated on a woman that…

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3 Revision Mistakes You're Probably Making (And How to Avoid Them!) 14:21

27d ago14:21

14:21

Download your step-by-step self-editing guide with checklist here! Revision can feel like staring into an abyss. Where do you even start? What if you mess up your story? I get it—the revision stage can feel pretty overwhelming. But in this solo episode of Write It Scared, I'm here to help you tackle it head-on. I'll walk you through three big revis…

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Robert the Doll 33:05

28d ago33:05

33:05

Meet Robert the Doll — Key West’s creepiest resident. This century-old toy has a haunted history and a reputation for cursing anyone who disrespects him. Now housed at the Fort East Martello Museum, Robert draws thrill-seekers and skeptics alike. Snap a pic without asking… and you might regret it. Visit our Socials! Instagram: @youtwoscareme_podcas…

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203 - Antiviral 1:26:39

30d ago1:26:39

1:26:39

Throughout April we'll be taking a closer look at some of the fiends' phobias and the films that induce them. Next up is Evan's phobia -trypanophobia (fear of needles and injections). His selection for the week was ANTIVIRAL (2012). Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare…

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Lost Highway (1997) 1:14:25

1M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

David Lynch month continues with a Scare Value Podcast discussion of Lost Highway. It's a first time watch for Pete...who we discover is incapable at taking anything at other than face value. Bryan tries to survive what amounts to a discussion between two people who watched completely different movies. So, you know...the usual. Check out our stuff …

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Dual POV’s and Writing Despite Rejection with Author Alexandria Faulkenbury 32:19

1M ago32:19

32:19

Writing your first novel is a rollercoaster—exciting, overwhelming, and, let's be honest, a little terrifying. But when you finally reach that finish line? It’s incredible. In this episode of Write It Scared, I’m joined by debut author Alexandria Faulkenbury. Her debut novel, Somewhere Past the End, will be released in May 2025. Alexandria generous…

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Watchalong: Twin Peaks: Fire Walk with Me (1992) 2:30:59

1M ago2:30:59

2:30:59

David Lynch month continues with a watch-along of Bryan's favorite David Lynch movie...Fire Walk with Me. Will Pete look at him differently after watching this horrifying depiction of sexual assault and despair? Or did he always kind of know what he was into? That and absolutely no questions answered in any definitive way on this week's Scare Value…

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Understanding the Flat Character Arc: A Case Study with Katniss Everdeen 23:15

1M ago23:15

23:15

Not every compelling character needs a massive transformation. Sometimes the most powerful stories come from characters who don’t change—but instead, they change the world around them. That’s what we call a flat character arc, and on this episode of The Write It Scared Podcast, I’m breaking down exactly what that means. I know—a “flat” arc might so…

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202 - Fall 1:35:44

1M ago1:35:44

1:35:44

Throughout April we'll be taking a closer look at some of the fiends' phobias and the films that induce them. Next up is Jess's phobia -acrophobia (extreme or irrational fear of heights). Her selection for the week is FALL (2022). Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare…

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Blue Velvet (1986) 1:06:47

2M ago1:06:47

1:06:47

David Lynch month continues on the Scare Value Podcast with 1986's Blue Velvet. A first time watch for Pete...and an old favorite for Bryan. Will Pete like the more straight-forward narrative more or less than the fever dream that was Eraserhead? How Twin Peaks does Blue Velvet get? Can Vin Diesel life Mjolnir? All this and (slightly) more on this …

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How Writing Short Stories Can Make You a Stronger Novelist with Demi Michelle Schwartz 41:35

2M ago41:35

41:35

If you're a novelist, you might think short stories aren’t “your thing,” but let me tell you—they can be an incredible tool. In this conversation, Demi Michelle Schwartz—author, editor, podcaster, and all-around creative powerhouse— and I dive into how writing short stories can help you: Stay creatively engaged between big projects Sharpen your sto…

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201 - Triangle 1:28:46

2M ago1:28:46

1:28:46

Throughout April we'll be taking a closer look at some of the fiends' phobias and the films that induce them. First up is Emily's phobia - agoraphobia (anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear and avoidance of situations where escape may be difficult or help is unavailable). Her selection for the week is Triangle (2009)! Kick Watch Parties (T…

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Eraserhead (1977) 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

1:11:50

The Scare Value Podcast kicks off a month-long memorial to David Lynch with a look back at his groundbreaking debut feature film Eraserhead. What will the notoriously metaphoraphobic Pete see when he looks into Lynch's dark tale of unexpected fatherhood? It's worth the price of admission alone. Because the admission is free. Check out all our stuff…

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200 - Contagion 1:46:08

2M ago1:46:08

1:46:08

March is dedicated to thanatophobia and the fear of death. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie see how a viral outbreak reveals both the best and worst aspects of human nature in CONTAGION. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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How to Craft a Compelling Corruption Arc with Case Study: Walter White From Breaking Bad 17:06

2M ago17:06

17:06

Not every character arc leads to redemption—some lead to ruin. And that’s exactly what we’re diving into in this episode. This week we’re talking about the corruption arc—the dark, compelling journey where a character doesn’t just make mistakes... they choose the wrong path and double down on it. These arcs are all about moral compromise, self-dece…

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The Last Seven Minutes of The Accountant 1:06:21

2M ago1:06:21

1:06:21

The Scare Value boys try to solve one of film's greatest mysteries..."what is happening in The Accountant?". They investigate the 2016 Ben Affleck movie the only way it can be done...watching the last seven minutes and trying to piece together a cohesive narrative. Anna Kendrick gets a painting. JK Simmons attends a press conference. There's someth…

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199 - Signal 100 1:35:19

2M ago1:35:19

1:35:19

March is dedicated to thanatophobia and the fear of death. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie look to uncover all of the signals to avoid the unaliving triggers in SIGNAL 100. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Live Pitching vs. Cold Querying: Insights from Author and Agent Amy Nielsen 41:09

2M ago41:09

41:09

Querying is hard. Sending email after email, waiting for months (or forever) for a response—it’s enough to make any writer scream. But what if you could skip the inbox slush pile and pitch your book directly to an agent? That’s precisely what Amy Neilsen—author, literary agent, and freelance editor—joins me to talk about in this episode. Amy has be…

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Return to Oz (1985) 1:17:33

2M ago1:17:33

1:17:33

Bryan faces his childhood fears and watches Return to Oz for the first time in 40 years. It's a (possible) first time watch for Pete...will he understand what traumatized his cohost for the last four decades? A rare in-depth breakdown of the movie awaits those bold enough to revisit this children's nightmare. Check out all our stuff at https://scar…

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198 - Final Destination 2 1:17:50

2M ago1:17:50

1:17:50

March is dedicated to thanatophobia and the fear of death. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie look to thwart Death's design in FINAL DESTINATION 2. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Cursed Objects: Little Mannie 12:51

2M ago12:51

12:51

Discovered in a dirt basement in England this cute little figure was said to have been of Celtic origin. That was until he was put on display and identified by a visitor as a nomoli stone figure, originating from Sierra Leone, West Africa. How this 16th Century little man made his way across the world still remains a mystery, but one thing's for su…

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Planning Your Novel: From Idea to Outline 46:55

2M ago46:55

46:55

Download Your Free Novel Planning Guide! In this episode of Write It Scared, I’m sharing my interview from the Be a Bestseller 6.0 Back to Basics Summit hosted by Emma Dhesi and we discuss practical strategies for planning and outlining your novel in a way that works for you. The highlights: 📌 The fundamentals of storytelling—character, conflict, p…

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197 - As The Gods Will 1:34:42

2M ago1:34:42

1:34:42

March is dedicated to thanatophobia and the fear of death. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie look to survive a series of death games to become modern day Gods in AS THE GODS WILL. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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It Follows (2015) 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Bryan finally gets Pete to watch his #1 movie of the 21st century. They discuss how messed up it is that he hadn't bothered to do so before now before diving into an It Follows conversation. How creepy is Paul? Is Hugh a bad guy? Who can lift Thor's Hammer? You know...the basic It Follows questions. For all our stuff check out https://scarevalue.co…

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Episode 54: Gight Castle 12:29

2M ago12:29

12:29

Hiding under a blanket of shrubs and vines are the ruins of Gight Castle. A 16th Century stronghold with a bloody and troubled past. With it's scenic and peaceful surroundings you would never know that the devil was below your feet. Contact Us: www.scottishandscared.comInstagram: @scottishandscared.comEmail: [email protected]…

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Poli-Fi Author, Michael Fedor on Writing, Rewriting, and Never Giving Up 35:31

3M ago35:31

35:31

Writing a novel is never a straight path. But what happens when that journey takes 20 years? In this episode, I sit down with Michael Fedor, an award-winning independent author, to talk about the long, winding road to publishing his debut novel, What It Takes to Kill a Bull Moose, a political science fiction thriller with deep themes and sharp comm…

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196 - Firestarter 1:31:56

3M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

February is dedicated to pyrophobia and the fear of fire. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie find themselves on the run from The Shop as they look to do some serious damage with pyrokinetics. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Watchalong: UHF (1989) 1:46:36

3M ago1:46:36

1:46:36

It's the second anniversary of the Scare Value Podcast! Pete and Bryan celebrate by watching the 1989 Weird Al classic UHF. Hey...it's our anniversary we can do what we want. If you want to hear them talk about how much they love Weird Al and hate Victoria Jackson...instructions to queue the movie up and watch with us are just a click away. Check o…

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Crafting the Tragic Falling Character Arc 24:14

3M ago24:14

24:14

The Falling Arc isn’t about a villain—it’s about a character who could have chosen differently but instead becomes consumed by their worst impulses. Their story isn’t just dark—it’s unsettling, raw, and real. This character starts with potential, but instead of rising to the occasion, they spiral downward—deeper into moral corruption, delusion, or …

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The 1986 Scare Value Awards 1:05:23

3M ago1:05:23

1:05:23

Pete demanded it...and now it's happening. After spending most of the last year trapped in 1986, the Scare Value Boys present the 1986 Scare Value Awards. Which nearly 40-year-old movies will take home the coveted Scary award? Aliens vs. The Fly. From Beyond vs. Friday the 13th Part VI. Little Shop of Horrors vs. Blue Velvet. Most importantly...who…

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Tips on Writing Historical Fiction with Author Susanne Dunlap 38:27

3M ago38:27

38:27

What does it take to bring history to life on the page? In this episode of Write it Scared, I’m sitting down with Susanne Dunlap—acclaimed historical fiction author, writing mentor, and all-around storytelling powerhouse. Susanne’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. She went from earning a PhD in music history to publishing her first novel at 5…

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195 - House of Wax (2005) 1:13:32

3M ago1:13:32

1:13:32

February is dedicated to pyrophobia and the fear of fire. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie find themselves in the picteresque town of Ambrose ands its HOUSE OF WAX. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Pitch Black (2000) 1:07:37

3M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

The Scare Value boys celebrate 25 years of Vin Diesel stardom by revisiting his breakout character Richard B. Riddick in Pitch Black. Friend of the show Mark drops by to help break down the sci-fi horror movie and talk about things cool people talk about like Doctor Who, The Watchmen, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and more! Don't miss our incredible Vin…

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194 - Bad Dreams 1:15:52

3M ago1:15:52

1:15:52

February is dedicated to pyrophobia and the fear of fire. This week the fiends Totemlydrunk and Grindhouse Zombie find themselves experiencing an acid flashback after surviving a cult's mass exodus in BAD DREAMS. Kick Watch Parties (Tues/Thurs 7:30PM PT on discord) Discord: bit.ly/handlewithscare

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Essentials of Crafting Negative Character Arcs + Deep Dive into the Disillusionment Arc 24:00

3M ago24:00

24:00

Not every character’s journey leads to triumph—some lead to harsh truths and shattered illusions. In this episode we do an overview the negative character arcs and then focus on the specifics of the Disillusionment Arc. Unlike positive arcs where characters grow and overcome their flaws, disillusionment arcs are about painful realizations. These ch…

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