Meet Borah!: The Witch of Salem Spreading Joy, Sass, and Healing
If you’ve ever walked the haunted streets of Salem in October or stumbled into a horror convention packed with excitement, chances are you’ve seen — or heard — the one and only Borah! With a cackle that can shake cobblestones and a heart as big as their cauldron, Borah! has become a legend in the […]
The Gospel According to Peaches Christ
When Peaches Christ steps into a room, it’s not just a visual experience—you can actually feel the energy shift. Something wonderfully campy, delightfully spooky, and utterly spectacular has just made its entrance. In this episode of Horror Heals, we had the privilege of hosting the queen of cult cinema herself, diving deep into how horror […]
Son of a Witch: How Horror Helps Us Defy Gravity
Horror goes beyond mere jump scares and monsters. For many, it serves as a lifeline—a means to process pain, forge connections, and even discover empowerment in the face of adversity. This week’s episode of the Horror Heals podcast, titled Son of a Witch Is Defying Gravity, explores how one individual’s passion for witches and horror […]
Goosebumps, Nostalgia, and Why We Love Horror
Do you remember the excitement of picking up a Goosebumps book, gazing at its vivid, eerie cover while chills ran down your spine? If you grew up in the 90s, chances are you do. In this episode of Horror Heals, Corey and Kendall welcome the ultimate 90s kid—Jarid, also known as @90sKidLibrary. Jarid’s love for […]
Black Christmas: The Holiday Horror That Changed Everything
When discussing horror films, Black Christmas occupies a uniquely chilling spot in cinema history. Released in 1974 and directed by Bob Clark, this Canadian slasher redefined the genre by introducing a sense of atmospheric dread, unforgettable visuals, and themes that remain disturbingly relevant even 50 years later. For horror enthusiasts and film aficionados alike, Black […]
Coltan Scrivner: The Scientist Exploring Why Horror Scares—and Heals—Us
Why do people choose to scare themselves? What makes horror villains like Freddy Krueger so memorable? And can fear—something we usually try to avoid—actually benefit our mental health? Dr. Coltan Scrivner, a behavioral scientist who specializes in the psychology of horror and morbid curiosity, has devoted his career to exploring these intriguing questions. Dr. Scrivner’s […]
The Science of Fear: How Horror Heals and Brings Us Together
Fear is one of humanity’s most primal emotions, hardwired into our brains to keep us safe. But what happens when fear is experienced not as a threat, but as entertainment? In a special two-part series on the Horror Heals podcast, Corey and Kendall explore the science of fear with researchers Mathias Clasen and Marc Malmdorf […]
The Healing Power of Horror Comics: A Conversation with Jim Ousley
When most people think about horror, their minds may leap to haunted houses, scary movies, or jump scares. But for some, like Eisner Award-nominated comic writer Jim Ousley, horror is much more than entertainment—it’s a lifeline. In our latest episode of Horror Heals, Jim joined us to share his journey from a shy, stuttering child […]
Devil Eyed Dumplings: Transforming Dolls and Taming Anxiety Through Horror Art
From horror conventions to the comfort of her art studio, Catherine Bonetti’s Devil Eyed Dumplings offers a unique blend of horror, healing, and creativity. With a brush and a vision, Catherine turns ordinary baby dolls into haunting works of art—each one a mix of the eerie and the emotional. The Origin of Devil Eyed Dumplings […]
Death Comes Lifting is Transforming Fitness for Horror Fans
If you’re a horror lover who’s ever felt out of place in the fitness world, Death Comes Lifting might just be the gym you’ve been waiting for. Created by Zak, this punk-rock, horror-inspired fitness haven offers horror fans, metalheads, and self-proclaimed misfits a place to build strength while staying true to their love for all […]