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Seasoned Skeptics
by Nick and Derral
Welcome to Seasoned Skeptics — the horror podcast where a total newbie gets thrown into the deep end of scares, guided (and occasionally roasted) by a no-filter horror veteran. Hosted by Nick (the wide-eyed horror rookie who's barely scratched the surface of movies, let alone the blood-soaked world of slashers, supernatural terrors, and creature features) and Derral (the seasoned expert with decades of deep dives, hot takes, and zero patience for bad tropes or lazy jump scares). Together, we break down the latest and greatest (and weirdest) in horror: from fresh releases and underrated gems to classics that still hold up — plus in-depth recaps of must-watch series like HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry (we're basically your #1 obsessive source for all things Pennywise and Derry drama). Expect unfiltered reviews, plot-hole probing, skeptical side-eye at overrated hits, celebration of gloriously trashy B-movies, and plenty of "wait, what just happened?" moments. We c
Episodes
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Skeptic vs. the Absurd: Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers (1988), Oily Maniac (1976) and Tourist Trap
Seasoned Skeptic goes full exploitation mode this week with a triple bill of retro weirdness. From the blood-soaked, chainsaw-swinging cult in Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers to the polio-afflicted avenger morphing into an Oily Maniac in Shaw Brothers style, plus the mannequin-stalking terror of…
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Horror Movie Reviews: Becky (2020), Wrath of Becky (2023), and Sinister (2012)
Seasoned Skeptics is back with a vengeance-themed triple bill! We tackle the Becky saga: the original 2020 film where a rebellious teen turns the tables on invading convicts (Kevin James as a surprisingly menacing bad guy), and The Wrath of Becky (2023), where an older, angrier Becky unleashes…
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Horror Movie Reviews Smile 2 (2024) Black Phone 2 (2024) and Vicious (2025) Dakota Fanning's Character.
The latest episode of the Seasoned Skeptics Podcast is out now, and we're diving deep into some of the freshest (and freakiest) horror releases while keeping our signature skeptical eye peeled for what works, what flops, and what just leaves us grinning... or grimacing. We kick things off with...
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Horror Movie Reviews: Smile (2022) Black Phone (2021) and Gremlins (1984)
Join hosts Nick and Derral on Seasoned Skeptics as the horror genre rookie (Nick) gets schooled by long-time fan Derral in this chilling yet fun breakdown! We dive deep into three wildly different scares: The eerie psychological terror of Smile (2022), where a cursed grin spreads unstoppable…
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Horror Movie Reviews: Companion (2025), Together (2025), and The Monkey (2025)
Join hosts Nick and Derral on Season Skeptics as we dive into three wild 2025 horror releases we binged this week! We break down: The Monkey (Osgood Perkins' Stephen King adaptation) – cursed wind-up toy + outrageous gore + dark laughs Companion – twisted sci-fi thriller with shocking reveals and...
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Horror Movie Reviews: Christmas Episode: Terrifier 2 (2022) and 3 (2024), and The Mean One (2022)
Dive into the chills with Nick and Derral's festive fright, On Seasoned Skeptics, where horror takes flight! This holiday episode's a bloody delight, Reviewing slashers that haunt through the night. First, Terrifier 2: Art the Clown rises once more, Stalking brave Sienna on Halloween's…
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Breaking Down IT: Welcome to Derry Finale "Winter Fire"
Join hosts Nick and Derral on the Seasoned Skeptics Podcast as we dive deep into the explosive season finale of HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry – Episode 8, "Winter Fire"! In this spoiler-filled discussion, we recap the chaos: A deadly fog engulfs Derry after the military disrupts one of the ancient...
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Horror Movie Reviews: Troll, Troll 2, and Frankenstein 2025
Seasoned Skeptic Podcast: Reviewing Netflix's Troll (2022), Troll 2 (2025), and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025)! Join hosts Nick and Derral on this epic monster mash episode of the Seasoned Skeptic Podcast – we're breaking down the biggest creature features currently dominating Netflix!…
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Periwinkle Burnt Down the Blackspot? Welcome to Derry Episode 7 Review
Welcome to Derry – Episode 7: “The Black Spot” – Episode Summary Episode 7 is a gut-wrenching, lore-heavy penultimate chapter that many fans are calling the strongest of the season. The episode is structured around two timelines:
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Pennywise is the Father? IT Welcome to Derry Episode 6 Recap
Season Skeptics is your irreverent guide to dissecting TV and film seasons through the sharp lens of skepticism, hosted by the dynamic duo Nick and Derral. Each episode, they dive into the highs, lows, plot holes, and hidden gems of a single season—questioning tropes, calling out lazy writing…
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Horror Nerds Movie Reviews: Bring Her Back, Weapons, and The Shining.
Nick and Derral tear into THREE wild films with zero mercy: WEAPONS (2025) – The controversial new horror-comedy from Zach Cregger (Barbarian) starring Josh Brolin and a truly unhinged Pedro Pascal. Is this the most chaotic, boundary-pushing satire of the year… or did it fumble the bag…
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IT "29 Neibolt Street," Welcome to Derry Cranks Up
In "29 Neibolt Street," Welcome to Derry cranks up the terror as Pennywise the Dancing Clown finally struts into full view, courtesy of Bill Skarsgård's chilling return. The episode dives deep into the sewers beneath Derry, where ancient lore unfolds. Meanwhile, young Lilly rallies her ragtag...
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IT: Welcome To Derry Review
In this conversation, Nick and Derral delve into the first four episodes of the series set in Derry, exploring character dynamics, plot developments, and the overarching themes of horror and violence. They discuss the significance of Pennywise, connections to Stephen King's universe, and fan...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Seasoned Skeptics — the horror podcast where a total newbie gets thrown into the deep end of scares, guided (and occasionally roasted) by a no-filter horror veteran.
Hosted by Nick (the wide-eyed horror rookie who's barely scratched the surface of movies, let alone the blood-soaked world of slashers, supernatural terrors, and creature features) and Derral (the seasoned expert with decades of deep dives, hot takes, and zero patience for bad tropes or lazy jump scares).
Together, we break down the latest and greatest (and weirdest) in horror: from fresh releases and underrated gems to classics that still hold up — plus in-depth recaps of must-watch series like HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry (we're basically your #1 obsessive source for all things Pennywise and Derry drama).
Expect unfiltered reviews, plot-hole probing, skeptical side-eye at overrated hits, celebration of gloriously trashy B-movies, and plenty of "wait, what just happened?" moments.
We c
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Seasoned Skeptics currently has 13 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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Welcome to Seasoned Skeptics — the horror podcast where a total newbie gets thrown into the deep end of scares, guided (and occasionally roasted) by a no-filter horror veteran. Hosted by Nick (the wide-eyed horror rookie who's barely scratched the surface of movies, let alone the blood-soaked world...
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Seasoned Skeptics is created and hosted by Nick and Derral.
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