My Horror History

It’s finally here, the episode that clawed its way out of the editing crypt. In this instalment of My Horror History, I’m counting down my five favourite horror films of 2025: the movies that thrilled me, chilled me, and refused to leave my brain long after the credits rolled.But I’m not wandering through the year’s horrors alone. I’m joined by two brilliant guests from the horror podcasting world:Paul Waller from A Year in HorrorSam Munster from Horror HyperfixationsEach of them brings their own top picks from 2025, making this a packed celebration of the year’s ghosts, ghouls, slashers, and surprises.Whether you’re catching up on what you missed or revisiting your favourites, settle in, we’re diving deep into the best horror that 2025 had to offer.#MyHorrorHistory#HorrorPodcast#HorrorCommunity#IndiePodcasts#PodcastRecommendations#HorrorFans#HorrorMovies#HorrorFilms#ScaryMovies#HorrorReview#HorrorDiscussion#BestHorrorMoviesOf2025#2025HorrorMovies#Horror2025#TopHorrorMovies2025#BestHorror2025#YearInHorror2025#NewHorrorReleases2025#HorrorMovieRankings#HorrorMovieRecommendations#PaulWaller#AYearInHorror#SamMunster#HorrorHyperFixations#HorrorPodcastUK#HorrorCommunityPodcast#ScariestMovies2025#HorrorRoundup#HorrorCountdown#HorrorPodcasters#HorrorContentCreator🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this milestone tenth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the wonderful Tia Jackson from The Alien Effect podcast. Tia takes us on a journey through a life lived in the shadows, tracing her love for the genre from the moment it first crawled out of the grave to the moment it truly got its claws into her.We dive deep into her formative years, from the gateway terrors of Goosebumps and Bone Chillers to the absolute game-changer that was Scream. Tia shares how childhood nightmares were famously fueled by Jaws, which eventually evolved into a deep appreciation for horror masterpieces like Aliens, The Menu, A Quiet Place, and Companion.Our conversation covers the full spectrum of horror—from the high-octane gore of Saw 2 to the atmospheric dread of The Blair Witch Project. We also celebrate the "fun" side of fear, discussing cult favorites like Shaun of the Dead, Tucker & Dale vs Evil, From Dusk Till Dawn, and Cabin in the Woods.Tia also opens up about the characters and icons that define her history, including Hannibal Lecter, Clarice Starling, and the legendary Kathy Bates. Plus, she tells the incredible story of meeting the "God of Horror" himself, Bruce Campbell, at Walker Stalker Con—and the bold one-liner that left Ash Williams in stitches!Whether you’re a fan of Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, or the psychological tension of Psycho, this episode is a love letter to the community.Support the show & join the community: patreon.com/cw/MyHorrorHistory (It’s free to join!)Follow the show on Socials: @myhorrorhistory.podGet in touch: [email protected] to share your story or come on the show? Message me anytime.#horrorpodcast #horrorcommunity #BruceCampbell #TheAlienEffect #MyHorrorHistory #Scream #Goosebumps #BoneChillers #Jaws #IT #Saw #AQuietPlace #FromDuskTillDawn #CabinInTheWoods #TheMenu #Weapons #Companion #ShaunOfTheDead #TuckerAndDaleVsEvil #BodiesBodiesBodies #BlairWitch #StrangerThings #TheWalkingDead #WalkerStalkerCon #HannibalLecter #ClariceStarling #KathyBates #Aliens #Psycho #Hysteria🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this ninth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by my brilliant friend Lucy Parkes, whose horror journey began not with a film, but with the iconic VHS board game Atmosfear — a gateway that sparked a lifelong love of spooky stories, eerie characters, and anything that blends play with pure terror.We dive into the games, books, films, and TV shows that shaped her tastes, from the unsettling worlds of Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and The Last of Us, to the chilling imagination of Dean Koontz. Lucy shares the movies that left their mark on her — from childhood frights like Dolly Dearest and Carrie, to classics such as Halloween H20, The Shining, Scream, The Blair Witch Project, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Fly, Hellraiser, Candyman, and Final Destination.We also explore the characters and performances that stuck with her: Pennywise, Sidney Prescott, Hannibal Lecter, the survivors of The Walking Dead, the iconic casts of Buffy and Stranger Things, and the unforgettable presence of Psycho, The Birds, Jaws, Alien, Child’s Play, IT, Saw, Hereditary, and the new nightmare fuel that is Longlegs.And of course, we talk about Lucy’s dream horror role — stepping into the shoes of Jigsaw from Saw — the ultimate master of games.It’s a lively, nostalgic, and wonderfully geeky conversation about how horror shapes us, why certain stories stay with us forever, and the joy of finding your people in the horror community.Follow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: [email protected] Want to share your story or come on the show? Message me anytime.#horrorpodcast #horrorpodcasts #scarypodcasts #besthorrorpodcasts #horrorcommunity #horrorfans #horrorgenre #horrorstories #horrorfilms #horrorfilmcommunity#Atmosfear #DeanKoontz #ResidentEvil #SilentHill #TheLastOfUs#DollyDearest #Carrie #HalloweenH20 #TheShining #Scream #BlairWitch #TexasChainsawMassacre #TheFly #Hellraiser #Hereditary #Candyman #FinalDestination#ScaryMovie #IT #Pennywise #WalkingDead #Buffy #StrangerThings#SidneyPrescott #Scream2 #HannibalLecter #SilenceOfTheLambs#Jaws #TheBirds #Psycho #Saw #Longlegs #AlfredHitchcock #Alien #ChildsPlay #Halloween🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this eighth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant, warm, and wonderfully horror‑obsessed Sam Munster from the Horror Hyperfixation podcast! Sam’s journey into the genre began in the most nostalgic way possible — with the Goosebumps books that first sparked her imagination — and has grown into a deep love for everything from creature features to slashers to modern gothic storytelling.We trace her horror roots from childhood frights to the films and characters that shaped her tastes today, including the chaotic fun of Hatchet, the emotional power of Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein, and the iconic presence of Pinhead and the Hellraiser universe. Sam also shares the movies that unsettled her, surprised her, or left a lasting mark — from Martyrs to Possum, Scream 5, Insidious, and beyond.It’s a lively, thoughtful, and often hilarious conversation about how horror becomes part of who we are, why certain stories stay with us, and the joy of finding “your people” in the horror community.Recommended listens: Horror Hyperfixation PodcastSam Munster on social media: @sma.munsterFollow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: [email protected] Want to share your story? Message me on Instagram or email anytime!#horrorpodcast #horrorpodcasts #scarypodcasts #besthorrorpodcasts #horrorfans #horrorcommunity #horrorgenre #horrorstories #horrorfilmdiscussion #psychologicalhorror #slasherfilms #foundfootagefilms #Goosebumps #Hatchet #VictorCrowley #DelToro #Frankenstein #Pinhead #Hellraiser #WeaponsInHorror #Insidious #Scream5 #Martyrs #Possum #ShaunoftheDead #TheHauntingOfHillHouse #TheHauntingOfBlyManor #MidnightMass #WelcomeToDerry #ToxicAvenger #Nosferatu #TrickOrTreat #BeauIsAfraid #BrainDamage #SilenceOfTheLambs #HouseOf1000Corpses #Jaws #DoorAndTheKangaroo #Moomins #StephensJokeShop #ToniCollette🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

This month on My Horror History, I’m joined by the original Daughter of Darkness — my sister, Julie Neal. Together, we explore her journey through horror, from the first frights that stuck with her to the scares that still get under her skin today. Expect nostalgia, family stories, and plenty of spooky fun.A quick note: this episode is a little later than usual because I’ve been busy settling in our new puppy, Ori — but we’re back, and we’ve got chills to share.Don’t forget you can follow the podcast on social media at @myhorrorhistory.pod, get in touch at [email protected], and join the brand‑new My Horror History Patreon, which is completely free and now includes reviews, articles, and extra horror content.Thanks for listening — and stay spooky.#MyHorrorHistory #HorrorPodcast #JulieNeal #HorrorStories #HorrorCommunity #SpookyPodcasts #IndiePodcasters #HorrorFans #NewEpisode #TheExorcist #Chained #RobZombiesHalloween #Hellhole #Threads1984 #SalemsLot #AliceSweetAlice🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this episode of My Horror History, Bev sits down with Bec Gage from The Girl and the Gay Movie Podcast for a full‑blooded trip through her horror past. From the first scares that stuck with her to the films she will never, ever watch again, Bec charts the twists and turns that shaped her love of slashers and home‑invasion nightmares. It is a fast, funny, and fear‑filled journey that ends with her five all‑time favourite horror movies. If you are hunting for your next horror‑obsessed voice to follow, this is the episode to dive into.https://www.patreon.com/cw/MyHorrorHistory#MyHorrorHistory #HorrorPodcast #BecGage #TheGirlAndTheGayMoviePodcast #SlasherMovies #HomeInvasionHorror #HorrorCommunity #ScaryMovies #HorrorFans #IndiePodcasts #FinalGirlEnergy #HorrorOrigins🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this fifth episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the thoughtful and ever-enthusiastic Paul Waller from the' A Year In Horror' podcast! Paul's horror journey is a uniquely fascinating one, starting with the **first time he saw a scary-looking rock band**—the pivotal moment that sparked his interest—and continuing to grow into a lifelong obsession.We explore the films that truly shook him, including classics like 'The Exorcist' and' Hellraiser', the modern dread of 'Longlegs', and the intensity of 'Martyrs' and 'Raw'. We also discuss the movies that sadly disappointed him and his ever-growing obsession with the genre.It’s a candid, funny, and occasionally eerie look at how horror shapes us, and why we keep coming back for more. Recommended listens: A Year In Horror podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6r3qhDrOuhKSdVrlDUks3r?si=439dede115874e7bEvolution of Horror: https://open.spotify.com/show/0ewWlTwO3xGXUi5WrGQujB?si=6ccfa6215bb34a49Follow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.podGet in touch: [email protected] to share your story? Contact me on @myhorrorhistory.pod on all social channels or email me at [email protected].#horrorpodcast, #scarypodcasts, #besthorrorpodcasts, #horrormovies, #psychologicalhorror, #slasherfilms, #foundfootagefilms, #horrorstories, #horrorfilmdiscussion, #horrorgenre, #horrorfans, #horrorcommunity, #horrorinterviews, #horrornostalgia, #horrorstorytelling, #horrorcreators, #horrorpodcastUK, #cinematichorror, #horrorreflections, #horrorrecommendations, #horrorjourney, #horrormemories, #horrorcontent, #AyearInHorror, #PaulWaller, #TheExorcist, #Martyrs, #Hellraiser, #Longlegs, #TheMenu, #HorrorRock🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

Linda Munden joins Bev to explore the folk and ghostly horror films that shaped her love of the genre. From Armchair Thriller to The Wicker Man, The Birds to The Shining, The Hunger and The Lost Boys, plus Vincent Price classics—this episode is a haunted mixtape of personal favorites and eerie influences.🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this second episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the thoughtful and ever-curious Mark Reid, whose horror journey spans childhood frights, genre deep-dives, and a lifelong fascination with the strange and unsettling. We explore the films that left a mark, the moments that made him question reality, and the stories that still linger in the dark corners of his mind. It’s a candid, funny, and occasionally eerie look at how horror shapes us—and why we keep coming back for more.🎧 Recommended listens: – Creative Psychopaths podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/1m24RLRZaVR5muuxXrTYH9?si=15cec2b0d7eb4f3eDiscover the Horror podcast:https://discoverthehorror.com/Follow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: [email protected] us next month for Episode 03 featuring my friend and colleague Linda Munden, as we explore her personal horror history and the stories that shaped her love for the genre.Want to share your story contact me on @myhorrorhistory.pod on all social channels or email me at [email protected]#horrorpodcast, #scarypodcasts, #besthorrorpodcasts, #horrormovies, #psychologicalhorror, #slasherfilms, #foundfootagefilms, #horrorstories, #horrorfilmdiscussion, #horrorgenre, #horrorfans, #horrorcommunity, #horrorinterviews, #horrornostalgia, #horrorstorytelling, #horrorcreators, #horrorpodcastUK, #cinematichorror, #horrorreflections, #horrorrecommendations, #horrorjourney, #horrormemories, #horrorcontent🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In the very first episode of My Horror History, I’m joined by the brilliant Sinead Hanna, YouTube’s resident horror book enthusiast and cemetery wanderer. We dive into her personal journey through horror films and TV, from childhood scares to comfort watches, and the moments that shaped her love for the genre.🎥 Check out Sinead’s YouTube channel: @sineadhannacraic 🎧 Recommended listen: A Year in Horror podcastFollow the show on Instagram: @myhorrorhistory.pod Get in touch: [email protected] us next month for Episode 02 with Mark Reid from the Creative Psychopaths podcast.🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.

In this short intro episode, I share what My Horror History is all about and how horror became a lifelong obsession. You’ll get a glimpse into my story, what inspired the podcast, and what to expect from future episodes. If you love horror and want to explore the personal stories behind the screams, you’re in the right place🕯️ Follow on Instagram: [@myhorrorhistory.pod](https://www.instagram.com/myhorrorhistory.pod) Subscribe now and discover the horror you were never meant to see.