Gore & Grapes

A curveball episode to take a step back from traditionally analytic-heavy content, Carla ditches the script to casually converse about a horror comedy that thoroughly shook her to her core. While still exploring extremely thrilling topics like copyright law and public domain there was plenty of time to rant about the current state of horror comedies, nostalgiabait, and...the adultification of Disney cartoons. Tonight's wine of choice is perhaps an unlikely pairing but you can count on this Sauvignon Blanc to sweeten the deal.Available on YouTube 12/22/2025 @ 4 PM CSThttps://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

Wow, talk about timing! With themes of the occult and parapsychology, Carla reviews a unique film just in time for spooky season to her delight. Starting off strong with discussing deals with the devil and the horrors of night time TV, there is so much to learn on Episode 4. However, the film found itself in controversy that shrouds the film to this day that audience members cannot ignore. A certified favorite Cabernet Sauvignon accompanies Carla that is also appreciated visually!Available on YouTube 10/20/2025 @ 4 PM CSThttps://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

She's alive...again?After yet another unexpected hiatus, Carla admits things were not working out in her professional life but amidst the great uncertainty she comes back full force with a fantastic review of a horror/sci-fi classic refreshed and renewed. Tackling some obvious themes of freezing temperatures and paranoia, she dives into masculinity: a theme rarely discussed surrounding the film. Carla mistakenly says the New Zealand white wine presented in the episode to be the first NZ wine on the podcast but is nonetheless impressed by her choice of pairing.Available on YouTube.https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

She's alive! She's alive!Carla returns to Gore & Grapes after her unplanned hiatus to dissect a Spanish found-footage horror film. With themes of Spanish influence on the film, an American perspective, mazes and labyrinths, and missed opportunities there is plenty to dive into. All appears to be normal until Carla presents a quite unusual New Zealand bottle of wine...Available on YouTube @ 2 PM.https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

Welcome to Season 3!Gore & Grapes starts strong by introducing the show's first ever guest: Ruben L. Garza Jr. aka vocalist of Through N Through, who also happens to be Carla's beloved cousin. Ruben shares his love for horror by naming his Top 5 films, how it has influenced his songwriting, and the overlap between metal and horror films. The pair discuss themes of revenge, artists "suffering for their art", the film's changing mood, and women's position in slasher films. A casual but fun take on this horror classic that you are sure to have a killer time!Video version available on YouTube 2/11/2025 @ 12 PM CSTCheck out TNT here:https://linktr.ee/throughnthrough?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYx_oYTEYvjy11pNZmI5kDAzZpFopcflvN8ZhwMkDd0aamYiPUIQhWUa-U_aem_zNnwh3nomH1OrmeS8mCIlQCheck out my socials!https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

As a warm up before the big Season 3 announcement Carla takes it upon her very drunk self to review a horror comedy that she truly enjoyed while discussing topics such as British humor and the psychology of stuffed animals over the podcast's first taste of Mexican wine. While tripping over her words and making many mistakes she is still able to let the audience in on a little secret about the first episode of Season 3. Also featuring Pat O'Hara as the voice of Benny. https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

Welcome to the Season 2 Bonus Episode of Gore & Grapes! On a 2 PM Sunday afternoon, Carla drinks a cup of coffee from a local shop while discussing exciting plans for Season 3, thoughts on the Nosferatu trailer and movie remakes, the last season of Chucky, and answering some questions sent in by listeners. https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

As Season 2 of Gore & Grapes comes to a close, Carla ends the season by reviving a forgotten horror film that once went viral online. This brings up topics of mental health awareness, generational trauma, and a fear that most people can relate to. Due to its heavy themes and some bad news, a white wine is paired (with some good news, too!) to uplift the episode. https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

The film for Episode 9 of Gore & Grapes is one that Carla deems distasteful for her liking but she sweetens the review with an Argentinian wine while discussing Forensic Science and its allure in horror, the rising interest in true crime, and even critiquing parts of the film with her background in mortuary science. https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

The format for Episode 8 is slightly altered to best critique Rent-A-Pal, a horror movie with unique themes that Carla breaks down such as the changing landscape of dating in the present times and incel culture. Carla also switches up the choice of wine to lighten the mood all while talking about lemon bread, as well. https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

The Exorcist - one of Carla's favorite horror movies ever - is carefully dissected with a Moldovan bottle of wine in hand. With various sources and small history lessons, Episode 7 analyzes shock factor, exorcisms in modern medicine, and a deep dive into female sexuality and positions in power in this horror classic.

Carla reviews another Japanese horror film - one that is done by a reputable J-Horror director on Episode 6 with an in-depth analysis rather than the traditional pros vs con format. With an awesome South African bottle of wine, Carla discusses what makes the found-footage genre successful, the influence of Lovecraftian Horror, and exploring a potential jab at organized religion. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

Episode 5 celebrates an important milestone by analyzing a psychological anime horror film. Carla discusses the evolution of 90s style anime, parasocial relationships, women in the public eye, male fantasy, and the viewer's experience as a bottle of Spanish wine is introduced. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/goreandgrapes

After a short delay Carla announces a new format for the remainder of Season 2, explores the influence Science Fiction and Horror have on one another, the symbolism of flies, Vincent Price, and...cracks open perhaps her new favorite bottle of wine? This episode also features special guest and longtime boyfriend of our host: Pat O'Hara of Nucleus.

Recommended by a longtime friend of Carla, Episode 3 opens the door to its first Latino horror film on Gore & Grapes. Theorizing on the modern-day version of possession, praising visual appeal and location, and unearthing its biggest flaw makes this garbage bottle of wine tolerable to sit on.

Just in time for Valentine's Day, Carla presents G&G's first slasher film. Episode 3 discusses what this slasher did differently in comparison to others, why this film was so difficult to review and perhaps the most fitting bottle of wine for this occasion.

After a long break Episode 1 of Season 2 starts with a bang! Carla opens up Talk To Me with a brief analysis on teenagers in horror movies, color theory as a supportive technique, a few let downs, a modern take on possession, and a whiskey barrel-aged bottle of wine.

Welcome to G&G's bonus episode! Carla opens the episode talking about her strong relationship with coffee, cool plans about the future of the podcast, favorite movies, a personal story about her old fear of Chucky, and the movies she refuses to watch again.

The last episode of Season 1 of G&G discusses another seasonal horror comedy just in time for Christmas. Carla opens the podcast's first latin-based bottle of wine, analyzes the potential of the film with its subtle yet peculiar themes, and briefly mentions the relationship between horror comedy and sexual ass4ult.

Episode 6 presents a popular Korean horror film by defining the found-footage genre along with its advantages and disadvantages, a reminder of what's to come as Season 1 draws to a close, and drinking wine provided by a close friend!

Episode 5 of G&G starts with a few announcements, the presentation and brief explanation of Carla's least favorite wine chosen for this episode, an in-depth conversation regarding 50s/60s style of acting, and VINCENT PRICE.

Episode 4 is packed with both criticism and praise for The Poughkeepsie Tapes. We open up a conversation regarding the documentary-style format, sexual violence and crime towards women, and tried a new type of wine!

The 3rd episode hits a milestone: horror comedy. To break the ice we open a fresh bottle of wine, laugh while attempting to rate the film seriously and fairly, and...swear a little.

The 2nd episode of G&G discusses the many unique themes of The Babadook, a familiar glass of wine, and perhaps an intentional placement of exorcism in the film.

Welcome to the first episode of G&G! I dissect Dead Silence by discussing ventriloquist dummies in horror, its redeeming attributes and shortfalls, and the kind of wine I'm sampling in celebration of episode of 1. Join me!