Sounds Scary: A Horror Talk Show

To close out Sounds Scary’s Jaws July 50th anniversary celebration, host Ryan Cultrera revisits a personal favorite from the archives: an in-depth, two-part conversation with Jaws screenwriter Carl Gottlieb. More than just a credited writer, Carl was an integral force … Continue reading →

“What’s the matter with my printing?” On this special two-part episode of Sounds Scary, host Ryan Cultrera continues the Jaws July celebration with a deep dive into one of Amity Island’s most beloved characters: Deputy Hendricks. Brought to life by … Continue reading →

Jaws July continues! Host Ryan Cultrera dives into the theatrical depths of Jaws with the creative minds behind The Shark Is Broken, a critically acclaimed stage play that explores the behind-the-scenes tension aboard the Orca. Recorded on Martha’s Vineyard in … Continue reading →

It’s officially summertime, and Sounds Scary is celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of host Ryan Cultrera’s all-time favorite films: Jaws. To mark the occasion, Ryan traveled to Martha’s Vineyard to cover the anniversary festivities and speak with some of … Continue reading →

On this true crime mini-sode of Sounds Scary, hosts Ryan Cultrera and James “JimmyO” Oster sit down with actor, writer, and director Amber Sealey to discuss her haunting and thought-provoking film No Man of God (2021)—a gripping psychological drama centered … Continue reading →

In this episode of Sounds Scary, host James Oster sits down with acclaimed composer and musical storyteller Ian Honeyman for a deep dive into the art of creating emotion through sound. Known for his work on The Monkey King, The … Continue reading →

In this episode from the Sounds Scary archives, hosts James Oster and Ryan Cultrera sit down with actor, musician, and all-around creative force Jake Abel for a wide-ranging conversation that spans everything from horror to home cooking. Jake opens up … Continue reading →

At Sounds Scary, we may live for screams and scares—but we also have a soft spot for a good laugh, a heartfelt moment, and maybe even a tear or two. And no one blends those elements better than Todd Strauss-Schulson. … Continue reading →

The Conjuring has solidified its place as one of the most successful modern horror franchises, and it’s easy to see why. With master of horror James Wan at the helm of the original, and the electric on-screen chemistry between Vera … Continue reading →

This week on Sounds Scary, hosts Ryan Cultrera and James “JimmyO” Oster sit down with the immensely talented Chad Lindberg for an in-depth and captivating conversation. Best known for his roles in The Fast and the Furious and the hit … Continue reading →

“Why are you wearing that stupid man suit?” On this episode of Sounds Scary, we’re diving into the archives to bring you a special treat—a classic interview with none other than Independence Day star James Duval! From his breakout performances … Continue reading →

At Sounds Scary, our love for the Friday the 13th franchise runs deep. Seriously—hosts Ryan Cultrera and James “JimmyO” Oster aren’t just fans; they’re full-blown, machete-wielding F13 fanatics. In this episode, we’re slicing into one of our all-time favorite conversations … Continue reading →

Sounds Scary takes a break from movie talk to take a deep dive into the mysterious and often misunderstood world of necromancy. Join us for an enlightening conversation with Mortellus, author of The Bones Fall in a Spiral. We explore … Continue reading →

Valentine’s Day. The very time when Harry Warden sharpens up his pickaxe for a little bloody mayhem. Any self respecting horror fan knows that we here at Sounds Scary are talking about the classic slasher flick, George Mihalka’s My Bloody … Continue reading →

Hosts Ryan Cultrera and Jimmy O sit down with the incredibly talented Patrick Lussier, a master of horror with an impressive career both behind the camera and in the editing room. From his early days working alongside the legendary Wes … Continue reading →

Genesis Rodriguez is one of the most delightful and talented individuals you’ll ever encounter. She has captivated audiences with her performances in films such as Man on a Ledge, Casa de mi Padre, She-Ra, and her standout role in the … Continue reading →

Ever drive past a log truck and instantly flash back to that infamous scene from Final Destination 2? Well on this week’s episode of Sounds Scary, we’re talking to the man to blame. Jimmy and Ryan kick off the new … Continue reading →

With Violent Night 2 officially getting the green light, we at Sounds Scary have a special holiday treat for you. To celebrate this magical season, the incredibly talented Tommy Wirkola sits down to talk about one of our seasonal favorites, … Continue reading →

Most of you horror fans secretly love a good Christmas movie. Come on, we know you do. One of our favorites here at Sounds Scary is the ridiculously brilliant Anna and the Apocalypse. If you’ve not experienced this delightful musical, … Continue reading →

“It’s that time of year.” It’s the holidays, and we at Sounds Scary are feeling a little festive! This week’s episode celebrates one of hosts Ryan Cultrera and James Oster’s favorite December flicks, Anna and the Apocalypse. We couldn’t think … Continue reading →

There are very few holidays more terrifying than Thanksgiving. Don’t believe us? Well, you may want to check out “Pilgrim,” a terrific chapter in the series Into the Dark, directed by a friend of Sounds Scary, Marcus Dunstan. Way back … Continue reading →

Meet the man behind Freddy Fazbear himself. We are joined by the talented puppeteer Artie Esposito for a deep dive into all things Five Nights At Freddy’s. Learn what brought the animatronics to life, as well as a behind the … Continue reading →

When you think Kevin Smith, what comes to mind? Silent Bob? Dogma? Tusk? Well if you answered that last one, you’re our kind of weirdo! And you’re in luck, because in the premiere episode of Sounds Scary, we are joined … Continue reading →

If it goes bump in the night, we want to talk to it. Sounds Scary invites you to join hosts Ryan Cultrera and James Oster as they dive into the careers of your favorite horror creators. Each episode, they’re joined … Continue reading →