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The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
Welcome to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, your destination for horror, mystery, and cinematic suspense. Hosts Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria dive into the dark corners of film, television, literature, and popular culture, exploring what makes stories haunting, thrilling, and unforgettable.
From classic horror icons to modern cult favorites, paranormal tales, and the psychological thrills that keep audiences on edge, we bring expert insights, interviews with filmmakers and scholars, and…
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The Ghostly Gallery PodcastA Love Letter to Movies | Ansel Faraj on Reel’d In
Filmmaker Ansel Faraj returns to The Ghostly Gallery to talk about his first book, Reel’d In: Impressions of Film, an unconventional love letter to movies…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastCreepshow, The Evil Dead & More! Halloween Nightmares with Kirk Hazen
Creepshow, The Evil Dead, and more take center stage as returning guest Kirk Hazen joins Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria for a Halloween special on The…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastBehind the Horror of Dead & Buried | William Sandell
Something strange is happening in Potter’s Bluff. This week on The Ghostly Gallery, William Sandell returns to talk about his work as art director on the 1981…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastNight of the Living Dead Live with Brooke Tallman & Steve Dillon | Lee Cronin's The Mummy Review
The Ghostly Gallery welcomes actors Brooke Tallman and Steve Dillon to preview Night of the Living Dead Live, presented by Bigger Dreams Productions at…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastMOVIES! TV Network October Preview with Jeff Thompson | Horror & Sci-Fi Classics
October is bringing a wide range of vintage horror and sci-fi films to the MOVIES! TV Network. Author and Dan Curtis historian Jeff Thompson returns to The…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Bad Seed (1956) & From Beyond (1986) | Horror Movie Discussion
Mad science, interdimensional monsters, and a perfectly mannered child with a murderous secret come together in this episode of The Ghostly Gallery. First, we…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastA Ghostly Gallery Mixed Bag | Russell Wolinsky, SerlingFest & Monster Mailbag
This week, The Ghostly Gallery Podcast offers a little bit of everything. Musician Russell Wolinsky joins us to talk about appearing with his punk band, the…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastKolchak: The Night Stalker’s Enduring Legacy | Mark Dawidziak Interview
The Ghostly Gallery Podcast welcomes Mark Dawidziak, author of more than 25 books and a respected authority on classic literature, television, and popular…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastBurnt Offerings (1976) Movie Discussion | Special Guest Josh Hitchens
A beautiful summer home. A bargain too good to be true. What could possibly go wrong? This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back our friend Josh…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Life and Legacy of Roddy McDowall | Samuel Garza Bernstein
Roddy McDowall built an extraordinary career that stretched from celebrated child-star performances to some of the most memorable roles in horror and science…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastDisclosure Day (2026) & Aliens (1986) Movie Reviews | We Are Not Alone
We are not alone, but are the visitors coming in peace? On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re reviewing Steven Spielberg’s Disclosure Day…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastDedee Pfeiffer | Her Journey from Recovery to Advocacy
This week, actress Dedee Pfeiffer joins us for a candid and uplifting conversation about recovery, reinvention, and finding a new sense of purpose. Dedee talks…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastBela Lugosi Beyond Dracula | Bill Fleck on Bela’s Monster
Author, writer, and blogger Bill Fleck returns to The Ghostly Gallery Podcast to discuss his newest book, Bela’s Monster: Lugosi, the Monster, and Frankenstein…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Films of Amicus | British Horror’s Hidden Gems
Amicus gave horror fans creepy dolls, cursed skulls, sinister experiments, werewolves, and some of the genre’s greatest stars. This week, filmmaker Josh…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastAlfred Hitchcock Classic Films | Sidney Gottlieb Interview
Alfred Hitchcock's films continue to captivate audiences decades after their release, and in this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we're thrilled to…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastObsession (2026) & Maximum Overdrive (1986) | Horror Movie Reviews
Love can be dangerous... and so can trucks! In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we dive into one of 2026's biggest horror surprises, Obsession…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Food of the Gods (1976) Review + Monster Bash Special | Greg Mank & Sean Cassidy
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce and Tracy head back to 1976 to review The Food of the Gods, the cult creature feature from American…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastBrian Forrest Interview | The Black Vampyre
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome Brian Forrest, also known as Toothpickings, a respected writer, researcher, and expert on vampires in…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastJeff Thompson | Monster Kid to Horror Historian
This week, The Ghostly Gallery Podcast welcomes author, horror historian, and Monster Kid Hall of Fame inductee Jeff Thompson. We explore the worlds of Dark…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastKiller Klowns from Outer Space (1988) & Crawlspace (1986) | Horror Movie Review
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we take a look at two very different cult horror films from the 1980s: Crawlspace (1986) and Killer Klowns from Outer…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Craft & Hokum Review | 90s Witchcraft vs Modern Gothic Horror
This week on the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we explore two very different sides of horror with reviews of Hokum and The Craft. We begin with Hokum, the eerie…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastTJ Payne Interview | Intercepts
This week on the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we sit down with horror author TJ Payne, the writer behind Intercepts, The Venue, and In My Father’s Basement. TJ…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastDr. Gangrene | Larry Underwood Interview
This week, we’re joined by horror host legend Larry Underwood, the man behind Dr. Gangrene. We talk about his new book Masters of Terrormonies, and the history…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastJack Pierce: Hollywood’s Makeup Master | Christopher Lock Interview
The man behind Frankenstein’s Monster, The Wolf Man, and The Mummy. Why isn’t Jack Pierce a household name? In this episode of the Ghostly Gallery Podcast…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastUFOs, Bigfoot, and Real Evidence | Miguel Sancho Interview | Evidence of the Extraordinary
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we are joined by Emmy Award-winning producer Miguel Sancho, executive producer of The Proof Is Out There and author…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastTalk to Me & Abominable (2006) Movie Review| Supernatural vs Bigfoot Horror
On this episode of the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re diving into two very different sides of horror. First up is Talk to Me, the breakout supernatural horror…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastWilliam Castle & Classic Horror | Frank Dello Stritto Interview
On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back award-winning author and Rondo Award winner Frank Dello Stritto. We take a deep dive into the…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastLon Chaney Jr. More Than the Wolf Man | Bill Fleck Interview
On this episode of the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we are joined by author and classic horror expert Bill Fleck. Bill is the creator of the Rondo Award nominated…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastGreen Room vs Hush (2016) | Two Intense Horror Films You Need to Watch
In this episode of the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we take a deep dive into two intense horror films released in 2016: Green Room and Hush. We begin with Green…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastAbraham’s Boys (2025) & We Bury the Dead (2026) | Horror Movie Reviews
Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria as they discuss two recent horror films: Abraham’s Boys: A Dracula Story and We Bury the Dead. First, we talk about…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastSam Irvin Interview | A Journey in Film, Brian De Palma, and Behind the Scenes Stories
In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back filmmaker, producer, author, and historian Sam Irvin. Sam has had an incredible career in…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastWilliam Crain’s Untold Legacy | Vampires & Horror History with Brian Forrest “Toothpickings”
In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back vampire scholar Brian Forrest, also known as Toothpickings, for an insightful conversation…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastDracula 2026 and The Hitcher 1986 | Gothic Darkness and Highway Terror
In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we take on two very different sides of horror with Dracula from 2026 and the 1986 thriller The Hitcher. We…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastMy Bloody Valentine 1981 and Heart Eyes 2025 Review | Valentine Horror
Valentine’s Day gets a dark twist in this horror-themed episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast. Bruce and Tracy look at two slasher films from very different…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastExploring Maritime Folklore with It Came From The Maritimes
The Ghostly Gallery Podcast Episode 125 – Exploring Maritime Folklore with It Came From The Maritimes Tonight, we are opening the door to the darker side of…
The Ghostly Gallery Podcast28 Years Later: The Bone Temple & Primate (2026) – Survival Turns Savage
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we start the show by discussing the latest Oscar nominations in the horror genre, including Sinners, which leads the…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastEllen Adair on The Housemaid, Horror Films, and Their Creative Journey
This week on the Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we are joined by actor, writer, and podcaster Ellen Adair. With more than 40 credits in film and television, Ellen…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastCreature Features: The Best Werewolf Movies
In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we continue our Creature Features series with a look at one of horror’s most enduring and tragic monsters, the…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastUnderrated 2025 Horror Films: Bring Her Back & Keeper
On this week’s episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we talk about two horror films from 2025 that were quietly released but left a strong impression. While…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Best Horror Films: 2025 Edition
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria welcome back horror historian and composer Kirk Hazen to count down his Top 5 Horror…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastBigfoot & Mothman: A Cryptid Conversation with Ken Gerhard
Step into the shadows with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Ken Gerhard, one of the world’s most recognized cryptozoologists and investigators of…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastStephen Macht, Actor: Horror, Heart & A Legendary Legacy
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, host Bruce Markusen is joined by legendary actor Stephen Macht, whose career spans over five decades with more than…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastTinsel, Terror & Tiny Monsters: Gremlins vs A Christmas Horror Story
It’s that time of year when holiday cheer mixes perfectly with a little seasonal terror, and this week Bruce and Tracy are breaking down two Christmas-themed…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastGuillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Review & Crowhaven Farm (1970)
On this week’s episode, Bruce and Tracy dive into two generations of horror storytelling. We start with Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein (2025), now streaming…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastMother of Flies (2025): Toby Poser & John Adams - Folk Horror & Family Filmmaking
Join Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria as they sit down with Toby Poser and John Adams, two members of the acclaimed Adams Family filmmaking team behind…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastAndrew Klavan on After That, The Dark — Exclusive Interview and Black Phone 2 Movie Review
Bestselling author Andrew Klavan joins The Ghostly Gallery to discuss his new thriller After That, The Dark, the latest installment in the Cameron Winter…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastMeet Dr. Gangrene: The Legendary Nashville Horror Host Keeping Classic Horror Alive
Join us in The Ghostly Gallery as we sit down with Larry Underwood, better known as Dr. Gangrene. Larry is an award-winning Nashville horror host and member of…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Midnight Hour (1985) | Lost 80s Horror Gem with Josh Hitchens
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back our friend Josh Hitchens, horror historian, actor, and playwright, for a nostalgic dive into the 1985…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastFrom Radio to the Realm of Indie Horror with Doug Decker
This week in The Ghostly Gallery, we’re shining a light on local horror talent, both on screen and on stage. First, actor Doug Decker joins us to discuss his…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Legacy & Horror of Hitchcock with Prof. Sidney Gottlieb
On this week’s episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, hosts Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria welcome acclaimed Hitchcock scholar Professor Sidney Gottlieb for…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastUniversal Monsters: The Invisible Man (1933) with Christopher Lock
In this episode of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria sit down with horror historian Christopher Lock to explore his new book, The…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastCreature Features: Ghosts & Spirits with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
Welcome to Creature Features: Monster Movies! In our first episode, we’re diving into ghost-themed horror films, from the very first haunted houses on screen…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Best Vintage Horror for Halloween: MOVIES TV Network Preview with Dr. Jeff Thompson
On this episode of The Ghostly Gallery, we welcome back Dr. Jeffrey Thompson. Jeff is an author and historian. Jeff has written extensively about Dan Curtis…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastExploring Horror Cinema: Troy Howarth Talks Bava, Argento & More
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re joined by author, historian, and commentator Troy Howarth. A leading expert on European horror and cult cinema…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Timeless Terror of Dracula with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we’re sinking our teeth into two very different takes on the Dracula legend. First, we travel back to 1960 with…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastInto the Twilight Zone: Serling Fest 2025 with Mark Olshaker & Nick Parisi
Step into The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we shine a spotlight on Serling Fest 2025, the annual celebration of Rod Serling’s life, career, and enduring…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastNightmare Vault: Horror Classics of the ‘40s with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
This week on The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, we welcome back horror film historian Dan Day from the Hitless Wonder Movie Blog for a chilling look at the horror…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastFrom Small Town Terror to Gothic Vampires: Weapons & House of Dark Shadows Review
Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, where horror, mystery, and the supernatural take center stage. In this week’s episode, Bruce and Tracy explore two…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastVHS Nightmares: Vampires & Zombies of ‘85 with The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
Step inside The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we take you on a chilling journey back to the summer of 1985, a golden era for horror fans. In this special episode…
The Ghostly Gallery PodcastThe Ghostly Gallery Roundtable: 100th Episode Spectacular
We've reached 100 episodes of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast, and to celebrate this milestone, we’re hosting a spine-tingling round table with two special guests…