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Scary Spirits PodcastScary Spirits is a podcast that combines the two very different but highly compatible worlds of scary films and alcoholic spirits. Author: Gregory Wallace and Karen Hudson
Welcome to the Scary Spirits Podcast, where we explore the spine-tingling world of horror movies and pair them with delicious, themed cocktails! Each episode, our hosts will delve into a classic horror film, breaking down its scares and thrills, and analyzing its impact on the genre. But thats not all well also be crafting a delicious cocktail inspired by the movies themes and characters. Whether youre a horror movie buff or a cocktail connoisseur, the Scary Spirits Podcast has something for you. Join us as we explore the dark and spooky world of horror movies, and sip on a carefully crafted cocktail to set the mood. From the classic to the obscure, well cover it all and make sure you have a drink in hand to calm your nerves. So grab your shaker, dim the lights, and settle in for a night of Scary Spirits. Language: en-us Genres: Film Reviews, TV & Film Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Birthday (2004) – SSP257
Episode 257
Tuesday, 24 March, 2026
What’s scarier than getting older? Realizing the party was never meant for you. This week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, we celebrate Karen’s birthday the only way that feels right—by diving headfirst into the bizarre, chaotic, and wildly unpredictable 2004 cult horror film The Birthday, starring Corey Feldman. What begins as a simple birthday party spirals into something far stranger, funnier, and more uncomfortable than expected… and that’s exactly how we like it. Join hosts Karen and Greg as they unpack this under‑seen cult classic, exploring its surreal tone, off‑kilter performances, and the creeping sense that something is very wrong beneath the frosting and balloons. It’s horror, it’s comedy, it’s confusion—and it’s a reminder that birthdays can be terrifying when the rules of reality quietly slip away. To toast the occasion, the hosts sip on a specially crafted “Happy Birthday Martini,” because nothing pairs with existential dread quite like a well‑mixed cocktail. If you love cult horror films, strange party movies, Corey Feldman performances, and a horror podcast that laughs nervously while staring into the abyss, this episode of Scary Spirits is your invitation. Just remember… not everyone leaves the party the same way they arrived. Happy Birthday Martini • 1 tsp white sugar• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice• 1 oz pomegranate juice• 2 oz vodka• 3 ice cubes• 2 strips lemon peel Instructions: Add sugar to a martini glass Add lemon juice, pomegranate juice, and vodka. Stir well. Add ice and garnish with lemon peel. Source: allrecipes.com A Brief Synopsis: A man attends a bizarre birthday party at a fancy but sinister hotel. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Dr. Karen tells us about the proper way to use antibiotics. The Birthday girl also tells us about the National Aquarium in Baltimore, MD. Songs by Toni Basil, The Knack and Lesley Gore are referenced. Dr. Karen also teaches us about what a stoma is. Our rating of the film: This movie was OK. It took us 3 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Subscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktails Follow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.
