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Now displaying: 2023
Dec 30, 2023

Christian and Elle refuse to pull out any of their teeth.  

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 3D. We dig into the world building, the return of Dr. Gordon, and wrapping up storylines for some main characters. We also discuss waffles, wet dreams, and our preferred Saw trap wardrobe. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Dec 21, 2023

Christian and Ian need their little treats.   

Our new release review is for a new holiday-themed Norwegian horror movie, THERE’S SOMETHING IN THE BARN. Then, we continue our Road to Terror series and talk about an absolute nightmare town in the Australian Outback in  WAKE IN FRIGHT. We also discuss lutefisk, pumpkin bread, and Love Actually.

Timestamps

15:44 There’s Something In the Barn review

43:27 Wake In Fright review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Dec 15, 2023

Christian and Elle actually recorded this episode in an abandoned zoo.  

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 6. We dig into the social commentary, flashbacks, and some iconic traps. We also discuss James Cameron, Star Wars, and Lord of the Rings (in less than flattering terms). 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Dec 7, 2023

Christian and Ian are climbing staircases to nowhere. 

We love a good haunted house, always have, so now it's time for us to name our all-time favorites for you. Cozy up and listen as we go through classic spooky dwellings, recent iconic homes, and sneak in a couple choices that only we would choose. We also share some of our scary house memories, discuss irl haunted houses, and we (OBVIOUSLY) take another opportunity to praise the work of James Wan. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: ItsOnlyFeedback@gmail.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

Dec 1, 2023

Christian and Elle love a good enemies to lovers story.  

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 5. We dig into the the all-consuming fanfic reading of this movie, the consistently entertaining traps, and the boring batch of victims. We also discuss blood math, evangelical Christians, and what John Kramer orders on DoorDash. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Nov 23, 2023

Christian and Ian are really like an unkindness of ravens.   

Our new release review is for a new holiday-themed slasher from Eli Roth, THANKSGIVING. Then, we continue our Road to Terror series and talk about a magic-filled found footage movie set in Paris, AS ABOVE, SO BELOW. We also discuss Boston accents, labradoodles, and a naked choir.

Timestamps

32:22 Thanksgiving review

1:06:21 As Above, So Below review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Nov 16, 2023

Christian and Elle know there is no such thing as a private conversation.  

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 4. We dig into the reasons the convoluted plot, the new protege, and the more deserving victims. We also discuss the Gilmore Girl, Owen Wilson, and lips. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Nov 9, 2023

Christian and Ian are naming all the rules, and then breaking them.   

Our new release review is for a possession movie with a twist, WHEN EVIL LURKS. Then, we launch our Road to Terror series and talk about a 90s slasher sequel set in the Bahamas, I STILL KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER. We also discuss flossing, postules, and fish marriage.

Timestamps

22:13 When Evil Lurks review

46:05 When Evil Lurks spoilers start

1:03:18 I Still Know What You Did Last Summer review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

 

Nov 6, 2023

Christian and Elle are not live, laugh, and loving to their fullest. 

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 3. We dig into the reasons the central victim is being tested, if this is the grossest entry in the franchise, and the bold ending. We also discuss the World Series, tanks, and the Dr. Pepper factory. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Oct 29, 2023

Christian and Ian are celebrating a milestone.   

We kick off the episode with three (3!) big announcements. Then, our new release review is for Mike Flanagan’s latest miniseries, THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER. Then, we conclude our Mommie Nature Dearest series and talk about another classic 90s creature feature, LAKE PLACID. We also discuss ACAB, star signs, and Kit Harrington.

Timestamps

32:28 The Fall of the House of Usher review

53:31 The Fall of the House of Usher spoilers start

1:18:34 Lake Placid review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Oct 18, 2023

Christian and Elle are putting some neck skin in their pockets. 

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW 2. We dig into the new setting, the group of victims, and puke-green aesthetics. We also discuss abstinence, fantasy football, and Guillermo del Toro's roommate. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Oct 14, 2023

Christian and Elle are politely asking for less foot stuff in horror movies.   

While Ian is away, Disaster Baby continues their residency as cohost. Our new release review is for a legacy sequel to an all-time classic, THE EXORCIST: BELIEVER. Then, Elle brings a DB’s pick and we talk about an Eli Roth produced haunted house movie, HAUNT. We also discuss faith based films, exorcist class, and rodeos.

Timestamps

10:37 The Exorcist: Believer review

45:41 The Exorcist: Believer spoilers start

1:12:09 Haunt review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Oct 4, 2023

Christian and Elle are effortlessly defending John Kramer yet again. 

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We continue our series by reviewing SAW X. We dig into the new location, group trap, and references to previous entries. We also discuss toasters, epic bad luck, and how this is an actual movie. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Sep 28, 2023

Christian and Elle are making sure the burners are turned off.   

While Ian is away, Disaster Baby starts their residency as cohost. Our new release review is for a high school-set directorial debut, IT LIVES INSIDE. Then, Elle brings a DB’s pick and we talk about an early Conjuring Universe movie, ANNABELLE. We also discuss swing sets, Alfred Hitchcock, and raw meat.

Timestamps

15:29 It Lives Inside review

32:27 It Lives Inside spoilers start

44:57 Annabelle review

1:21:30 Annabelle spoilers start

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Sep 20, 2023

Christian and Elle are in the worst bathroom imaginable, but still having a great time. 

At the end of each Overkill episode we answer the question- are we still in on this franchise or is it overkill? We start a fun and gruesome franchise with this episode by talking about SAW. We dig into the instant success, well-timed cancer screenings, and how 9/11 impacted the initial story. We also discuss The Princess Bride, cigarettes, and escape rooms. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Sep 16, 2023

Christian and Ian are punching lions in the face.   

Our new release review is for the latest sequel in The Conjuring Universe, THE NUN 2. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the horror-while-on-safari movie, BEAST. We also discuss walkie talkies, movie trailer voice, and Pinot Noir.

Timestamps

17:06 The Nun 2 review

50:23 Beast review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

 

Aug 31, 2023

Christian and Ian are riding vespas and fighting demons.   

Our new release review is for a possession movie starring Russell Crowe that just hit Netflix, THE POPE’S EXORCIST. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the horror-while-on-vacation movie, THE RUINS. We also discuss Three Six Mafia, windlasses, and Marie Kondo.

Timestamps

15:17 The Pope’s Exorcist review

40:43 The Ruins review

1:15:18 The Ruins (book and movie) spoilers

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

 

Aug 20, 2023

Christian and Ian are celebrating(?) shark week. 

On this episode we are joined by friend of the show, Calah Estabrook (Lil Pazuzu). Our new release review is for the latest giant shark and malevolent mining facility movie, MEG 2: THE TRENCH. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing a more realistic shark movie, OPEN WATER. We also discuss crossbody bags, Slurpees, and hot garbage.

Timestamps

30:00 Meg 2: The Trench review

1:05:22 Open Water review (we spoil it pretty early but you probably know what happens)

 

Be sure to check out @lil__pazuzu and @teachherama on Instagram to keep up with Calah. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Aug 2, 2023

Christian and Ian just want someone to save the cake. 

On this episode we are joined by friends of the show, Brandy Joe and Jeremy (Scaring is Sharing). Our new release review is about gruesome teen movie and directorial debut, TALK TO ME. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the 60s killer bird movie, THE BIRDS. We also discuss Ticketmaster, Lorde, and The Baader–Meinhof phenomenon.

Timestamps

30:00 Talk to Me review

1:06:53 The Birds review

Be sure to check out @ScaringIsSharing on Instagram and listen to their show wherever you get your podcasts. 

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on your social media of choice.

Jul 20, 2023

Christian and Ian are knocking on that door one last time.

On this episode we are joined by friend of the show and Snake Queen, Caitlin Grant (Plug It Up, Skin of a Killer). Our new release review is about one last trip into The Further for the Patrick Wilson’s directorial debut, INSIDIOUS: THE RED DOOR. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the 90s big snake movie filled with movie stars, ANACONDA. We also discuss herpes, death toilets, and vomiting ghosts.

Timestamps

19:56 Insidious: The Red Door review

59:49 Anaconda review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Threads, and Letterboxd.

Jul 7, 2023

Christian and Ian are afraid of different monsters.

For our new release review we discuss a modern adaptation of Frankenstein, THE ANGRY BLACK GIRL AND HER MONSTER. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the original creepy-guy-and-his-pet rats movie, WILLARD. We also discuss John Wayne, Mary Poppins, and a creepy alphabet.

Timestamps

18:10 The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster review

38:40 Willard review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

Jun 22, 2023

Christian and Ian are fighting monsters with spray cans and lighters.

For our new release review we bring in longtime friend of the show, Eric Madsen (The Flicksation Podcast) to discuss the Stephen King short story adaptation, THE BOOGEYMAN. Then, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the 90s killer spider movie, ARACHNOPHOBIA. We also discuss calling therapists, making love at a new house, and pulling teeth out with doorknobs.

Timestamps

16:01 The Boogeyman review

45:51 Arachnophobia review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

Jun 7, 2023

Christian and Ian are truly in their bug era now.

For our new release review we bring in longtime fan, first time guest, Elle (better known as Disaster Baby) to discuss the second season of YELLOWJACKETS. Then, we dig into an instant classic Horrigin Story with Disaster Baby. Finally, we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series by discussing the giant ant disaster movie, THEM! We also discuss personal DVD players, condoms, and all the aggravating things Ian is thinking.

Timestamps

22:52 Yellowjackets season 2 review

34:13 Yellowjackets season 2 spoilers start

1:20:25 Elle’s Horrigin Story

1:40:30 Them! review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

May 25, 2023

Christian and Ian are eating bugs to unlock their powers.

For our new release review we discuss the Nic Cage passion project, RENFIELD (with a bonus conversation about Dracula: Dead and Loving It as well). Then we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest series with a review of the Gerard Butler disaster movie, GREENLAND. We also discuss Analyze This, boobs, and buckets of blood.

Timestamps

18:26 Renfield review

42:46 Dracula: Dead & Loving It mini review

58:14 Greenland review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

May 11, 2023

Christian and Ian are running away from the wind. 

For our new release review we discuss Ari Aster's sprawling, nightmarish epic, BEAU IS AFRAID. Then we continue our Mommie Nature Dearest with a review of the M. Night Shyamalan's bizarre nature-attack movie, THE HAPPENING. We also discuss sabotage, Kendall Roy, and 9/11. 

Timestamps

21:11 Beau is Afraid review

1:13:37 The Happening review

We'd love to hear your thoughts, questions, or any requests you have. You can contact us at: feedback@itsonlyapodcast.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd.

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