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The Banshees
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Why are horror films scary? Just what is it in horror movies, shows, stories, and legends that causes chills to run through our bodies and give us nightmares?These are some of the questions we attempt to answer as we talk about all things horror. The Banshees is a podcast hosted by Christina D'Costa and Yadira Aguilar. Each episode is a dive into the scary and unknown. We look at everything from cryptids and legends to hauntings, horror films, and books with an inquisitive eye.
Episodes
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Ouija Board - Why's It Scary?
The Ouija Board is a staple within American culture today. Known to be associated with demons and the spiritual realm, it's been featured in numerous movies and stories about the Ouija board can be found far and wide across the internet. But where did it come from? Why do even the most skeptical...
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Story Time: Anansi's Goatman
An oldie but a goodie, a classic Creepypasta that re-cemented the Goatman into the collective unconscious of the internet. Also a huge factor into Yadira's perfectly rational fear of the woods. We hope you enjoy this reading! Please like, share, and subscribe! Be sure to follow us! Twitter:...
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Junji Ito: The one where we gush about him - Horror Literature
Did you know that Netflix adapted Junji Ito's manga into an anime?!....Because we certainly didn't! So far, there have been 2 anime adaptations of Junji Ito's manga. The first one was promoted by Crunchyroll and turned out to be quite the disappointment with poor animation quality. The second...
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Analog Horror - Why Is It Scary?
What makes analog horror analog horror? And why is it scary? In this episode, Yadira answers these questions for us from the comfort of an abandoned blockbuster. Analog Series Recommendations: Ben Drowned by Alexander D. "Jadusable" Hall:...
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Wednesday: A Review (I Don't Hate It)
Did the 2022 Wednesday Netflix series do justice by Wednesday Addams? Honestly, the answer to this question is a bit complicated. Wednesday Addams was never a main character in the first place, and the current show is the first time we're seeing a more developed version of her. Also, we can't say...
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Into the Flatwoods (Monster) - Beginner's Guide to Cryptozoology
A lot happened in the 1950s, but one supernatural event would leave the whole nation at the edge of their seats. Welcome to the second episode in our Beginner's Guide to Cryptozoology series. If you're into books, shows, and movies in the horror genre or you enjoy hearing about the paranormal and...
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Beginners Guide to Cryptozoology - The Snallygaster
Is it a bird? Why does it have tentacles? What does the president of the United States have to do with this? If you join us in tonight's episode, you may or may not get the answers to these questions. Socials (if you want updates on incoming content or just wanna see what we're up to :D)…
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Ghostly Folklore: Banshees and Women in White
Welcome to the first episode of our very first podcast! Banshees have their origins in Irish and other Celtic folklore. Today, we can find them portrayed in movies, and even in cartoons made for children. However, ghostly figures such as the Banshee are not exclusive to Irish folklore. In fact,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Why are horror films scary? Just what is it in horror movies, shows, stories, and legends that causes chills to run through our bodies and give us nightmares?These are some of the questions we attempt to answer as we talk about all things horror. The Banshees is a podcast hosted by Christina D'Costa and Yadira Aguilar. Each episode is a dive into the scary and unknown. We look at everything from cryptids and legends to hauntings, horror films, and books with an inquisitive eye.
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