Analyzing the Monster Within.

This week, we’re unpacking the 2001 creature-feature that defined a generation of scares: Jeepers Creepers. While Justin Long's first leading performance and iconic monster design are staples of the genre, we can’t discuss its legacy without looking at the dark reality: The Director's crimes.

Join us for a light-hearted recap of this questionable classic, but please note that we do discuss Salva's crimes and influence during the analysis section. We explore how his real-world crimes are disturbingly reflected in the Creeper’s predatory nature and the film’s underlying themes of powerlessness.

In this episode, we discuss:

Inherent Silliness: You can't have an early 2000's horror without some unintentional silly moments!

Predatory Nature: During the recap, we keep this limited to the Creeper. Later on, we dive into the connections between this fictional Creep, and its real-life creator.

Narrative Ethics: Our "9 Lives" take on whether it's truly possible to separate the art from the artist.

Content Warning: This episode begins with a disclaimer regarding the real-world criminal history of director Victor Salva. The film recap and the director analysis are kept in separate, clearly marked sections.

TIMESTAMPS

Intro Spooky Rants: 00:00:00 - 00:05:51

Movie Facts & Trigger Warnings: 00:05:51 - 00:15:36

Recap: 00:15:36 - 00:54:37

Analysis: 00:54:37 - 1:18:59

Next Week & Outro: :18:59 - 1:29:30

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Was The Grudge actually scary, or were we just 6 years old? This week, Ben and Chey finally sit down with the 2004 American remake of The Grudge, a movie we’ve both spent two decades "revering" as one of the scariest films of our childhood. Spoiler alert: The reality did not live up to the hype.

In this episode, we tackle the "curse" of the J-Horror remake craze of the early 2000s. We dive into a recap before getting into the meat of the film’s themes: the cyclical nature of trauma and how unresolved rage can manifest into a literal, life-consuming force.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Hype vs. The Horror: Why did we find this so boring in 2026 when it terrified us in 2004?

• Themes of Abuse: Analyzing the "Onryō" spirit as a metaphor for the detrimental effects of domestic violence and stagnant anger.

• The Remake Problem: Why did Hollywood feel the need to transplant this story to an American lens, and does it lose the soul of the Japanese original?

• Voices from the Void: We head over to Letterboxd to see what the internet has to say (and if anyone actually likes this movie).

• Poll Reveal: We announce the winner of last week’s poll—find out what we’re watching next!

Is The Grudge a masterpiece of atmosphere or a repetitive letdown? Pull the covers up (if you’re not already asleep) and join the conversation!

TIMESTAMPS

Intro & Spooky Rants: 00:00:00 - 00:10:24

Movie Facts & Trigger Warnings: 00:10:24 - 00:27:59

Recap: 00:27:59 - 01:04:57

Analysis: 01:04:57- 01:22:42

Reviews & Voices From the Void: 01:22:42 - 01:26:42

Outro: 01:26:42 - 01:34:09

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Are the ghosts of Fredericksburg watching you back? 🧸👀

This week, we’re stepping off the sidewalk and into the shadows of downtown FXBG. We’re joined by Eugeniy, the expert storyteller and owner of History Walks Fredericksburg, for a chilling tour of the spirits that inhabit our favorite local businesses.

From mischievous spirits lurking in graveyards to haunted toys that refuse to stay put, this episode explores the active hauntings that local business owners deal with every day. Whether you’re a regular in Downtown Fredericksburg, or a fan of ghost tours, these stories will change the way you shop downtown.

In this episode, we uncover:

• 🧸 The Escaping Doll: Why the attic resident at Novel is Fredericksburg’s most restless spirit.

• 👧 Shining-esque Children: The eerie sightings of ghostly kids in historic buildings.

• 💃 Elizabeth, The Wandering Lady: Soon to be reunired with her family.

• 🧩 Mischievous Toys: Why some local shop items have a mind of their own.

• 🎙️ Cheyenne’s Story: Our very own ghostly encounter revealed for the first time.

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Local Businesses Featured:

• History Walks Fredericksburg
• Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM)
• Novel
• Billikes Smokehouse
• Curio Wine Bar & Tasting Room

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Hello Club Members, and happy Friday!

Today we are talking about one of Cheyenne's favorites, Sam Raimi’s Drag Me to Hell! Grab your 9LHC Bingo card, your favorite cursed button, and let’s dive into the moral implications of capitalism, workplace misogyny, and... slut-shaming goats?

The Tea: Is Christine Brown a villain, or just a victim of a rigged system? We’re going head-to-head on the "Choice vs. Circumstance" debate.

• Cheyenne argues that the system (and her gaslighting boss) forced her hand—she’s a victim of corporate survival.

• Ben thinks the script hides a darker truth: that by playing the game, Christine became the monster long before the Lamia showed up.

We’re joined by the amazing Katie Brown to help us settle the score and decide if anyone in this movie is actually "innocent."

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Intro & Spooky Rants: 00:00:00 - 00:21:25

Movie Facts: 00:21:25 - 00:34:40

Recap: 00:34:40 - 01:51:18

Analysis: 01:51:18 - 02:28:28

Reviews: 02:28:28 - 02:34:07

Outro: 02:34:07 - 02:53:25

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Happy Friday the 13th, Club Members! This week you, our sweet babies, are getting a double feature episode to celebrate this lovely day! Grab your camp gear and cozy up around the fire as we dig into Friday the 13th Parts 1 & 2. Are these movies just fun, silly classics, or do they rely on old and tired narratives around "women's hysteria." Listen in and let us know your thoughts!

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Staaaayyyyy Spooky, and we will see you next week for Drag me to Hell with a special guest!

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Intro & Spooky Rants: 00:00:00 - 00:16:09

Movie Facts & Trigger Warnings: Part1 - 00:16:09 | Part 2 - 1:00:39

Recaps: Part 1 - 00:24:29 | Part 2 - 1:04:17

Analysis: Part 1 - 00:54:29 | Part 2 & Combined - 1:36:13

Reviews: 2:05:02 - 2:12:24

Outro: 2:12:24

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This week we are covering 2025's Good Boy! While we all agree that Indy the Dog is the best actor of this century, we are debating the intent of the movie. Is it an innovative POV movie that discussing illness on the surface-level, or does the movie serve as a stark reminder of the selectiveness of human empathy? Let us know what you think in the comments!

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Intro & Spooky Rants: 00:00:00 - 00:12:43

Movie Facts & Trigger Warnings: 00:12:43 - 00:20:20

Movie Recap: 00:20:20 - 00:48:43

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Stay spooky, and we will see you next time!

Hey Club Members, you asked and we delivered! Today we are passionately discussing Zach Cregger's 2025 summer blockbuster hit, Weapons! Buckle up, we have LOTS to debate this week as we have very opposing opinions on this one. WARNING...we are LOUD this week. Let us know your thoughts on this movie and our takes in the comments below! What do you think this movie is about? Do you think art can mean something the creator didn't intend? Give us your thoughts! Don't forget to sound on in this week's poll as well!

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SURPRISE!!! Hey Club Members, we are super excited to announce monthly bonus episodes! On each last Wednesday of the month, you can catch us for an extra episode where we talk about whatever side topic we feel like!

This month, we are breaking down our opinions on the hot mess that is American Horror Story. Let us know your thoughts on each season below!

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