Horror Dads

The Horror Dads welcome back one of their absolute favoritereturning guests and longtime friend of the show, acclaimed horror artist Gary Pullin. Gary is better known in the genre world as Ghoulish Gary, and he joins John and Jamie for a killer deep dive into one of horror’s most enduringand twisty subgenres: the horror whodunit.
In Episode 142, John and Jamie team up with Gary tospotlight nine horror films that keep audiences guessing, gasping, and constantly looking over their shoulder. We talked masked slashers, the whydunit, and the importance of a well-placed Red Herring. 
As always, Gary brings his deep genre knowledge, artisticinsight, and infectious passion for horror history, making this episode equal parts thoughtful analysis and fan-fueled fun.

The Horror Dads return with a chilling and surprisingly relatable theme in Episode 141: 10 of the Most Toxic Relationships in Horror Films. From manipulative partners and obsessive lovers to couples whose dynamics spiral into chaos, John and Jamie explore how dysfunctional relationships often sit at the very heart of the genre’s most unforgettable stories.
Join the Horror Dads as they each bring five films to thetable, breaking down the couples at the center of the madness, why their relationships are so deeply unhealthy, and how those toxic dynamics drive the tension, tragedy, and terror on screen.

In Episode 140, the Horror Dads plug into one of horror’smost unsettling modern anxieties: artificial intelligence. John and Jamie break down ten AI-themed horror films that explore what happens when technology learns too much, feels too deeply, or simply decides humans are obsolete.
The Horror Dads weigh in on practical effects versus digital menace, philosophical dread versus pure chaos, and which films truly understood the assignment.
Tune in for a sharp, fun, and occasionally unnerving look athorror’s relationship with technology.

The Horror Dads are looking ahead to the next big year in horror, breaking down the 10 films they’re most excited to see hit screens (or streaming services) in 2026. John and Jamie offer well-rounded picks that cover the full spectrum of major franchise returns to bold new originals that already have the genre pundits buzzing.
The Horror Dads dig into what's been announced so far, what’s still shrouded in mystery, and why each of these projects have us fans counting the days.
Tune in for a mix of speculation, informed hype, and genuine love for what’s coming next.

The year 2025 showed up for horror.  The Horror Dads, John and Jamie, are here to talk about it.
Episode 138 of the Horror Dads podcast dives into The 10 Best Horror Films of 2025, spotlighting the films that delivered the biggest scares, strongest storytelling, and most lasting impact.
If you’re looking for the definitive Horror Dads take on this year’s standouts — or just want to relive an incredible year in genre cinema — this episode is for you.