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The Howling Hours - Are Night Creatures Tops or Bottoms?
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Welcome to "The Howling Hour," the spookiest podcast in Chicago! Your hosts, Matt Meltdown and Anthony Thee Supavillain, are here to take you on a hair-raising journey through the world of horror, from movies and games to the darkest corners of pop culture. The intro features music from the Princess of Halloween, Baby Storme, with her latest single "Sunglasses at Night" from her debut EP "Halloween Forever," and the outro showcases the latest single "Ghouls Ghouls Ghouls" from pop sensation Madison Rose.
In this special 2023 episode, we've got a spine-chilling lineup that'll send shivers down your spine:
đ "The Scariest Movies of All Time List According to Science" - Unearth the scientific secrets behind what truly terrifies us on the big screen.
đź "Resident Evil 4R Named Best Horror Game by IGN" - Get your dose of survival horror gaming as we dive into the latest accolades for this iconic franchise.
đ» "Shelved AHS Season Starring Angelica Ross / Emma Roberts Transphobic on Set of AHS 1984" - We'll discuss the controversies and backstage secrets of this legendary horror series.
đŠ "Castlevania Nocturne Season 1 Discussion - Racist Fans Say This Season Is Too Woke" - Sink your teeth into the world of Castlevania and the hot-button issues surrounding it.
đș "Jujutsu Kaisen Season 2 Discussion" - For our anime lovers, we'll dissect the latest season of Jujutsu Kaisen.
đ "Black Horror - Is the Genre Defined Yet?" - Join us for a deep dive into the evolving world of black horror and its significance in today's culture.
đ” "The Best Songs for a Halloween Playlist" - We've got your spooky soundtrack covered with the best tunes for your Halloween party.
đ„ "The Best Horror Film of 2023?" - And, of course, the grand finale â our take on the best horror film of the year.
So grab your popcorn, lock the doors, and join us for a howling good time as we explore all things scary and thrilling. "The Howling Hour" is your portal to the heart-pounding, bone-chilling, and hair-raising world of horror!
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