This week, Cory and Rossa descend into the eerie world of Roman Polanski’s Rosemary’s Baby. From gaslighting to gothic paranoia, we unpack the film’s chilling portrayal of motherhood, autonomy, and satanic influence. Plus, we explore how the film reflects real-world fears around reproductive control and whether its occult elements hold any truth in modern witchcraft. Is Rosemary crazy—or cursed? Tune in and find out.

This week on Broomsticks and Bloodshed, Cory and Rossa dig up the undead delights of The Midnight Hour (1985), a Halloween TV gem full of witchy curses, zombies in tuxedos, and the ghost of a 1950s prom queen. We break down the colonial-era magic that fuels the chaos, the strange blend of vampire-witch lore, and the surprisingly accurate nods to folk spellwork buried beneath the camp. Is this forgotten flick a cult classic or just a cursed curiosity? Tune in for tricks, treats, and tombstones!

In this episode of Broomsticks and Bloodshed, Cory and Rossa dive into the haunting folklore of You Won’t Be Alone (2022). This poetic horror film blends Balkan witchcraft, body horror, and existential longing into a mesmerizing tale of transformation. We break down the film’s unique take on shape-shifting magic, its ties to real-world folk witchcraft, and the way it explores identity through an outsider’s lens. Is this the most hauntingly beautiful witch film yet? Tune in and find out!