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The Ghostly Gallery Podcast

The Ghostly Gallery Podcast

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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 thoughtful analysis of the world’s most chilling stories.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan of horror or just curious about the art of fear, join us each week for spine-tingling discussions, deep dives, and a celebration of the macabre.
Subscribe and step inside The Ghostly Gallery, where horror, mystery, and cinema come alive!

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Episodes
  • Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein Review & Crowhaven Farm (1970)
    Dec 4 2025

    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 on Netflix, and explore its emotional heart, striking visuals, and powerhouse performances. From Jacob Elordi’s unforgettable take on the Creature to Oscar Isaac’s intense portrayal of Victor Frankenstein, we unpack why this version feels more like a dramatic, gothic reimagining than a traditional horror film, and why it still leaves such a deep impression.

    Then we jump back 55 years to revisit Crowhaven Farm (1970), a landmark in made-for-TV horror. Tracy shares her first-ever viewing experience, while Bruce reflects on how this atmospheric witchcraft tale shaped his early love of the genre. We talk about its eerie slow-burn tension, memorable performances, and the twists that keep it chilling decades later.

    Whether you’re here for modern monster mythology or classic supernatural suspense, this episode blends fresh perspectives with nostalgic horror history.

    Episode 116

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    The Ghostly Gallery Podcast:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast

    Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery

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    IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/

    Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Mother of Flies (2025): Toby Poser & John Adams - Folk Horror & Family Filmmaking
    Nov 27 2025

    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 Hellbender, The Deeper You Dig, and their 2025 folk-horror breakout Mother of Flies!

    In this conversation, Toby and John explore the origins of the film, the folklore and ritual elements that shaped its atmosphere, and what it’s like creating intense, emotional horror as a family. They discuss filming with their daughters, crafting the film’s unsettling practical effects, building its haunting musical tone, and how personal experiences continue to influence their work. The Adams Family also shares their love of folk horror, and what comes next after the success of Mother of Flies.

    A must-watch for fans of independent horror, folk storytelling, and the unique creative spirit of the Adams Family

    Episode 115

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    Social Media for the Adam’s Family:

    Website: https://www.wonderwheelproductions.com

    Adams Family Films IG: https://www.instagram.com/adams.family.films/

    H6LLB6ND6R MUSIC: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5JMD4H9Smd4ijMwEoU5VQd

    H6LLB6ND6R MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/h6llb6nd6r/1559421724

    Toby Poser IG: https://www.instagram.com/tobyposer/

    Zelda Adams IG: https://www.instagram.com/zeldadams/

    The Ghostly Gallery Podcast:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast

    Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery

    X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s

    IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/

    Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Andrew Klavan on After That, The Dark — Exclusive Interview and Black Phone 2 Movie Review
    Nov 20 2025

    Bestselling author Andrew Klavan joins The Ghostly Gallery to discuss his new thriller After That, The Dark, the latest installment in the Cameron Winter Mystery Series. We explore his approach to mystery and horror, his fascination with ghost stories, and how his storytelling has evolved across novels, screenplays, and supernatural fiction.

    After the interview, Bruce and Tracy dive into a full Black Phone 2 movie review, covering the film’s atmosphere, scares, performances, and how it compares to the original.

    Whether you’re searching for insights on Andrew Klavan’s newest book or looking for a spoiler-free breakdown of Black Phone 2, this episode delivers both.

    Episode 114

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    Andrew Klavan:

    Website: https://www.andrewklavan.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aklavan/

    X: https://x.com/KlavanShow

    X: https://x.com/andrewklavan

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/theandrewklavan/

    Book: https://store.dailywire.com/en-ca/products/after-that-the-dark-cameron-winter-mysteries-book-5?variant=43284484587580

    Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B000AP8OIA?ccs_id=c9de3776-9a97-4cc3-8c92-85d8618a019b

    The Ghostly Gallery Podcast:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGhostlyGalleryPodcast

    Podbean: https://bmarkusen.podbean.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GhostlyGallery

    X: https://twitter.com/markusen_s

    IMDb: https://m.imdb.com/title/tt34553033/

    Email: theghostlygallerypodcast@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins
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