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Inside the International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Fest 2026 | Monte Yazzie on Filmmaking, Horror Trends & Phoenix Film Festival

This week, we sit down with Monte Yazzie, director of the International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival, part of the Phoenix Film Festival happening April 9–19 at Harkins Scottsdale 101. We dive into filmmaking, what programmers actually look for, the importance of film festivals for indie creators, and what horror trends are creeping into this year’s lineup. We also break down some of the featured films and why this festival is a must-attend for horror and sci-fi fans. If you’re a filmmaker, horror junkie, or just someone who wants to know how movies go from idea to big screen—this episode has you covered. Check out featured films and festival info:https://www.horrorscifi.com/showcase Check out our YouTube, where you can now WATCH episodes of Scaredycast! And follow us on social! Become a PATRON to support the show and get spooky exclusive content! Original music by Mangy Bones True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast! Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more! Scaredycast is sponsored by: ValuSesh! Want to feel the vibes, but don't want to spend an arm and leg? Sesh For Less and use code SCAREDY at Checkout! ValuSesh.com Fright Rags! Get your favorite horror movie merch from the best in the business! Use code SCAREDYFAM at Fright-Rags.com Got a spooky story or weird news tip? Email us at Boo@Scaredycast.com Love comics? Check out Dach Comics! They are raising funds on Kickstarter to launch amazing comic book projects! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UFO Sightings, Sleeper Agents & Internet Lies

This week on Scaredycast, we break down a bizarre story out of Disneyland Park where multiple employees were hospitalized after an “unknown odor” in Tomorrowland—and yeah, it raises some questions. Kelsey also reviews the new Project Hail Mary starring Ryan Gosling, we get into chasing your dreams and what it actually takes to make things happen, and talk about the strange rise of social media accounts dedicated entirely to fake news. Plus we spiral into: Are UFO sightings becoming more believable—or just easier to fake? The idea of sleeper agents hiding in plain sight Horror sequels that RUIN the original Would you stay in a haunted house… or get out immediately? Let us know your answers in the comments! Check out our YouTube, where you can now WATCH episodes of Scaredycast! And follow us on social! Become a PATRON to support the show and get spooky exclusive content! Original music by Mangy Bones True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast! Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more! Scaredycast is sponsored by: ValuSesh! Want to feel the vibes, but don't want to spend an arm and leg? Sesh For Less and use code SCAREDY at Checkout! ValuSesh.com Fright Rags! Get your favorite horror movie merch from the best in the business! Use code SCAREDYFAM at Fright-Rags.com Got a spooky story or weird news tip? Email us at Boo@Scaredycast.com Love comics? Check out Dach Comics! They are raising funds on Kickstarter to launch amazing comic book projects! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patterson-Gimlin Bigfoot Film Is FAKE?! + Secret Paramount Screening & Horror Hot Takes

Did the most famous Bigfoot video of all time just get officially debunked?! This week on Scaredycast, Tony recaps his wild California trip—from getting engaged to going onto the Paramount Studios lot for a secret movie screening thanks to TikTok. He also hits Universal Studios for horror attractions, checks out the Jaws exhibit at the Academy Museum, and bravely enters the ocean… up to his hips. Then we dive into the main story: the Patterson-Gimlin Bigfoot footage may have finally been exposed as a hoax—and yeah, we’ve got thoughts. Plus: Creeps of the Week: “Boy Moms” Which horror franchise went on WAY too long? Horror movies people pretend to love Endings so bad they ruin everything Let us know your hot takes in the comments! Check out our YouTube, where you can now WATCH episodes of Scaredycast! And follow us on social! Become a PATRON to support the show and get spooky exclusive content! Original music by Mangy Bones True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast! Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more! Scaredycast is sponsored by: ValuSesh! Want to feel the vibes, but don't want to spend an arm and leg? Sesh For Less and use code SCAREDY at Checkout! ValuSesh.com Fright Rags! Get your favorite horror movie merch from the best in the business! Use code SCAREDYFAM at Fright-Rags.com Love comics? Check out Dach Comics! They are raising funds on Kickstarter to launch amazing comic book projects! Got a spooky story or weird news tip? Email us at Boo@Scaredycast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tom Savini & Greg Nicotero Talk Horror at Days of the Dead Atlanta

Horror FX Masters Tom Savini and Greg Nicotero hit the stage at Days of the Dead to answer questions from fans about all things horror, make-up, the past and future of horror, and more! Subscribe, scream, and share with your fellow ghouls. Check out our YouTube, where you can now WATCH episodes of Scaredycast! And follow us on social! Become a PATRON to support the show and get spooky exclusive content! Original music by Mangy Bones True crime, haunted happenings, UFO sightings, horror movies, and cryptid creatures. All the spooky you can endure inside one little horror podcast. Get the thirst of your morbid curiosity quenched when you check out Scaredycast! Visit Scaredycast.com for updates on the show, live show event dates, merch, and more! Scaredycast is sponsored by: ValuSesh! Want to feel the vibes, but don't want to spend an arm and leg? Sesh For Less and use code SCAREDY at Checkout! ValuSesh.com Fright Rags! Get your favorite horror movie merch from the best in the business! Use code SCAREDYFAM at Fright-Rags.com Got a spooky story or weird news tip? Email us at Boo@Scaredycast.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Diaper Nanny Scam & Haunted Museum Stories

This week on Scaredycast, we dive into some horror hot takes, a bizarre crime story, and listener tales from one of the creepiest places in America. We debate whether The Exorcist still holds up as a terrifying movie or if modern audiences are too desensitized. Then we ask an important survival question: if Jason Voorhees existed in real life, would most people actually survive him? We also discuss whether horror movies are failing to scare audiences because we’ve seen everything—or because filmmakers aren’t taking enough risks anymore. We talk about the absolutely insane story of a Louisiana man accused of pretending to be disabled in order to lure a nanny and have her perform infant-style care like diaper changes. Police say the suspect allegedly used a nanny service to bring victims to his home and was arrested on a human trafficking charge, with investigators saying similar incidents had happened before. And finally, a listener writes in with stories from working inside Zak Bagans' The Haunted Museum—including what it’s like behind the scenes around some of the most infamous cursed objects in paranormal lore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.