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Dark Night of the Podcast
Avid horror fans and filmmakers (and noted homosexuals) Troy Escamilla and Roger "The Scream Queer" Conners have many opinions on film. Tune in weekly to hear these two discuss and dissect some of the horror genre's most iconic, overlooked, and often underrated films.
Episodes
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 140 – Beaks (1987)
Grab your popcorn and settle into your coziest spot because Troy and Roger are about to dive into a wild ride of avian chaos with their latest episode! This…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 139 – Shallow Grave (1987)
Hop in the convertible with Troy and Roger as they cruise on down to Medley, Georgia to get a gander at the waitress at the checkout counter, the one who looks…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 138 – Uncle Sam (1996)
As we still recover from three weeks of filming Troy's next feature film, there's not a better time to pull this dandy from our extensive Patreon vault for all…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 137 – I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)
We'll be on a short hiatus for the month, so we are pulling an episode from our extensive Patreon vault for all the world to hear, and boy is it a doozy!…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 136 – The Dentist (1996)
You’re going to want to get comfy in the examination chair and open up real wide for Troy and Roger as they guide you through the gruesome and oftentimes…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 135 – Psycho 3 (1986)
As if their first visit wasn't exciting enough, Troy and Roger are traveling back to the Bates Motel in hopes of getting an up close and personal view of one…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 134 – The Invasion (2007)
We come to this place for magic, and what’s more magical than a breathy-voiced Nicole Kidman going up against alien spores with nothing but a handgun and a…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 133 – Psycho II (1983)
We have a vacancy here at Dark Night of the Podcast, so grab your key to cabin one, take a hot shower, and then tune in as Troy and Roger discuss what is…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 132 – The Void (2016)
Come with us, listeners, as Troy and Roger navigate you through a dark, vast, and immensely mysterious void to discuss the 2016 Lovecraftian influenced indie…
Dark Night of the PodcastEpisode 131 – The Poughkeepsie Tapes (2007)
Things are about to get dramatic! We’re talking long flowing cape with a plague doctor mask dramatic as the guys discuss a film Troy adores and Roger has never…
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Episode 130 – House of Wax (2005)
For this week’s episode of Dark Night of the Podcast, Paris Hilton won’t be the only thing having you all say “That’s hot!” At least not while you experience…
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Episode 129 – Epitaph (1987)
Grab your bucket, blow torch, and favorite hungry rodent and join Troy and Roger as they discuss what is certainly the most obscure film they’ve ever…
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Episode 128 – God Told Me To (1976)
It’s a miracle! Divine intervention has stepped in, as God told us to cover our latest selection! That’s right, followers! We are dissecting Larry Cohen’s 1976…
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Episode 127 – Basket Case (1982)
Troy and Roger transport you back to the early 80s, delving into the dark and gritty world of Times Square. In this episode, the dynamic duo tackles the…
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Episode 126 – Lover's Lane (1999)
Love is in the air as Roger and Troy prepare to pamper their listeners for Valentine’s Day with a long and intimate trip to Lover’s Lane! That’s right! Two…
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Episode 125 – The Beyond (1981)
The gays are running through all Seven Doors of Death as they jump into a brand new review of Lucio Fulci’s gory and graphic classic The Beyond! If you’re a…
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Episode 124 – Slither (2006)
Step into the wild and wacky world of Wheely with Troy and Roger as they extend a lively invitation to the unmissable Deer Cheer extravaganza! Brace yourselves…
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Episode 123 – Killer Workout (1987)
Troy and Roger are women on fire, they’re out of control. Troy and Roger are women on fire tonight, and it frightens them so! The gays back in full force, and…
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Episode 122 – The Ring (2002)
Happy New Year, listeners! We can't think of a better way to "ring" in 2024 for you all than to cover what is perhaps one of the best remakes of all time, Gore…
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Episode 121 – Ax 'Em (1992) with Chris Shamburger
Troy is joined once again by past guest co-host and author of the Twisted Books to Leave You Shook series Chris Shamburger and if you have not seen the film…
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Episode 120 – Tourist Trap (1979) with Bret Laurie
While Roger is still on a mini-hiatus, Troy is joined by guest co-host and fellow horror flick aficionado Bret Laurie to discuss the often time surreal 1979…
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Episode 119 – When Evil Lurks (2023) with Mikey Manschot
Troy is joined by guest co-host Mikey Manschot of the Slashers Podcast to take a deep dive into the world of rottens and cleansers as they discuss the very…
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Episode 118 – LA AIDS Jabber (1994)
We're pulling an episode from our now extensive Patreon vault of full length reviews to give you a taste of what we have going on over there! We're discussing…
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Episode 117 – Halloween 2 (1981)
Mr. Sandman.....bring me a dream...of finally a new episode! And it's a timely one as we are discussing the original sequel to the classic Halloween! No Rob…
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Episode 116 – Creep (2014)
So we're creeping....yeaaah...creeping on your favorite podcatcher and you're gonna enjoy this episode.....yeaah! That's right! We're discussing the 2014 much…
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Episode 115 – Bloodsuckers from Outer Space (1984)
Just you wait and see what obscure and unexpected surprises Troy and Roger have in store for all of you with this next gem. That’s right, the boys are taking a…
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Episode 114 – Scream 4 (2011)
We don’t need friends! We need fans and hopefully we’ll acquire a few more with our discussion of Scream 4, a sequel that has deservingly gained a newfound…
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Episode 113 – Thir13en Ghosts (2001)
Never fear, queers! Troy and and Roger are back and better than ever as they prepare to dive into the early 2000s Dark Castle offering Thir13en Ghosts, a…
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Episode 112 – The Slumber Party Massacre (1982)
We're pulling an episode from our now extensive Patreon vault of full length reviews to give you a taste of what we have going on over there! We're chatting…
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Episode 111 – Xtro (1982)
The boys know that their fans love it when dip their delicate toes into the world of obscure horror, and this title is definitely one title that checks off all…
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Episode 110 – High Tension (2003)
It’s there’s one thing we know about the boys of Dark Night of the Podcast, it’s that they love themselves a proper, masculine, truck-driving lesbian! And few…
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Episode 109 – Chopping Mall (1986)
Hold onto your veiny meat sacks, because Troy and Roger are reunited and it feels so good! Almost as good as it must feel squeezing on one of Leslie’s lady…
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Episode 108 – Night School (1981) with Erin Gilmer
Throw on your black helmet and leather riding gear, grab your kukri, and hop on your motorbike because night classes are in session at Wendell College and Troy…
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Top 3 Queer Characters in Horror!
This week's episode is a little bonus treat pulled from our Patreon vault! With June being Pride month, we thought this was just the episode to share, as we…
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Episode 107 – Terror Tract (2000) with Chris Shamburger
It's house hunting season and Troy is joined by guest co-host, author of the Twisted Books to Leave You Shook series Chris Shamburger to discuss the seemingly…
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Episode 106 – Graduation Day (1981) with Chris Jehnert
Throw on your trek shoes and grab your graduation gown because Troy and guest co-host, the multi-talented Chris Jehnert discuss the shenanigans of a stopwatch…
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Episode 105 – Sleepaway Camp 3: Teenage Wasteland (1989) with Chris Moore
Troy kicks off his unhappy Rogerless month on a happy note by being joined by fellow filmmaker and podcaster Chris Moore, who graciously step into co-hosting…
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The Slumber Party Massacre (Patreon Clip)
Here's a sneak peek at our latest Patreon Exclusive full length episode! We're talkin' the 1982 drilltastic slasher The Slumber Party Massacre!. Grab a slice…
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Episode 104 – Death Drop Gorgeous (2020)
Troy and Roger and COMING OUT and kicking off Pride Month a few days early with a review of one the single most fierce and truly fabulous indie horror films to…
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Episode 103 – The Nest (1987) with Zach Shildwachter
Troy scurries back to the podcast this week to join Roger and another very special guest, filmmaker and actor Zach Shildwachter, to chat about the 1987 killer…
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Episode 102 – Deep Red (1975) with Colin G. Cooper
An episode without the presence of the ample and curvaceous Troy Escamilla is a lofty task, but Roger enlists the support of “Bath Bomb” director (and source…
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Cat's Eye (Patreon Clip)
Here's a sneak peek at our latest Patreon Exclusive full length episode! We're talkin' the Stephen King penned anthology Cat's Eye. Head on over to Patreon…
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Episode 101 – Scream 3 (2000)
This one’s been a long time coming, folks. If there’s one title our fans have demanded we cover, it’s this gem. And since we always want to ensure our fans our…
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Episode 100 – Dark Night of the Scarecrow (1982)
Raise your pitchforks high in the air because this is a milestone worth celebrating!! Triple digits! That's right! Episode 100!! And what better film to…
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Episode 99 – Venom (2005)
For their 99th full length episode, Troy and Roger head on down to the Louisiana bayou where they prepare to tackle the illusive and practically forgotten 2005…
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Episode 98 – Phantom of the Mall: Eric's Revenge (1989)
In sleep, he sang to me. In dreams, he came. And boy did he come alright, because in those dreams he was banging it out in some of the most aggressively erotic…
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Episode 97 – Anthropophagus (1980)
Listeners are HUNGRY for fresh content, and it appears as though some of them (or at least one of them) possess an insatiable appetite for the 1980 Italian…
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Episode 96 – Poltergeist 2: The Other Side (1986)
Troy and Roger head back to Cuesta Verde as they prepare to head on over to The Other Side! And no, we’re not talking about Jason Derulo’s top 20 hit from his…
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Episode 95 – Hostel: Part 2 (2007)
Troy and Roger hop a train to beautiful and exotic Slovakia as they tackle Eli Roth’s surprisingly capable sequel offering Hostel 2. Better characters…
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L.A. AIDS Jabber (Patreon Clip)
Here's a sneak peek at our latest Patreon Exclusive full length episode! We're talkin' the once ultra rare SOV flick L.A. AIDS Jabber (available on Tubi). Is…
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Episode 94 – Hellbent (Redux)
Things are coming full circle as Troy and Roger dive into their first ever REDUX episode, allowing them to once again get hot and bothered as they sensually…
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Episode 93 – Willard (2003) with Kyle Haines
The gayety continues as the boys opt to follow up one creature-centric feature with another, but be assured… this is a very different feature showcasing some…
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Tiffany the Doll (Patreon Clip)
Here's a sneak peek at our latest Patreon Exclusive full length episode! We're talkin' killer sex dolls galore as we discuss the ultra low budget Tiffany the…
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Episode 92 – Anaconda (1997)
Troy and Roger been waiting for tonight (whoa-oh!) for longer than they care to admit, and it’s FINALLY time for them to discuss two of their favorite topics…
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Episode 91 – Body Double (1984)
Get ready for Troy and Roger to do Hollywood as they dive deep into Brian DePalma’s 1984 erotic thriller Body Double. Brimming with breasts and boasting a…
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Episode 90 – The Mutilator (1984)
Pick up 2 six packs and make sure to earn your 10% senior discount, because this week's episode is ready to go on FALL BREAK! So cram into the convertible with…
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Episode 89 – You're Next (2011)
It’s time to gather your family around the dinner table (no matter how much you may want to kill some of them), because our latest episode is about to bust…
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Episode 88 – Piranha 2: The Spawning (1982)
Our first episode of 2023 explores a demand for fish that can simply not be quelled! “WE WANT FISH” Troy and Roger proclaim! But can their demands be met when…
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Episode 87 – Black Christmas (1974)
Hey..quiet……it’s them again….the moanahs! Merry Christmas indeed as Troy and Roger finally discuss Bob Clark's highly influential and often overlooked 1974…