Running Out of Names for these Announcement Episodes SF 2023 E12

This week Wes is joined by co-host Katie Followell as they explore deep into the mind of fear and wax poetically about the nature of terror. Wait, scratch that. Just kidding. It’s not that kind of show this week.

Wes and Katie do give two big names coming to Scarefest (hint: they both are tied to HOUSE OF 1000 CORPSES) as well as talk about Katie’s visit to a food convention and Lexington Comic Con, generational childhood heroes, and where the saying “eating crow” originates. Plus, can anyone beat Wes’ blood pressure record? You may not want to.

Speaking of eating crow, Joe Lewis critiques M. Night Shyamalan’s KNOCK AT THE CABIN. Based on his love/hate relationship with M. Night’s films, Joe really doubles down on this one.

Just Some More Celebrity Announcements SF 2023 E11

As they say, brevity is the soul of wit. Or something like that. This week, Wes and co-host Chad Harlan bring us another short episode to keep us up to speed on all those celebrity announcements coming down the pike.

Along with a FRIDAY THE 13^threlated celebrity, Chad and Wes also share how Wes caught fire recently, almost had his cardiac monitor go off, and all of his recent treadmill tribulations. Plus, we get a peek at some of Wes’ post coronary gifts from fans and ponder why dad bods are attractive.

Don’t forget to stick around from Joe Lewis’ weekly movie review. This week he takes on COCAINE BEAR. How can anyone not like Pablo Escobear?

Just Some Celebrity Announcements SF2023 E10

On tonight’s show, the Scarefest crew proves size doesn’t matter as Wes, along with co-hosts Chad Harlan and Katie Followell, give a nice little chapter in the Scarefest saga in roughly half the time as a standard episode.

The trio discuss Wes’ recent cardiac episode, do a little man purse talk, give a few reminders about the film festival and speaker announcements, and pass along some information on the current drag show debate. Plus, there are a few new celebrity announcements that include some paranormal news.

In our regular features, Joe Lewis spills the tea about HOUSE OF DARKNESS, starring Justin Long and Kate Bosworth.

The Coronary Episode SF2023 E9

Say it’s not so. Yes, tonight we discuss Wes’ near-death experience as the enigmatic Council meets after an extra week off due to poor weather. It’s all here. Nitro glycerin, defibrillator bras, and smoking cessation.

Wes shares his advice on recognizing blood pressure and thyroid issues, the trials of wearing a CPAP while having a beard, his steps toward living healthier, and the importance of being your own advocate in medical situations. Sneaking into the conversation are a few new, exciting celebrity announcements and the question of who has the most attractive ER nurses.

Plus, Joe Lewis offers his take on the critically acclaimed AI killer doll movie M3GAN. Sure, it’s beautifully made but does it live up to the hype? Joe knows and Joe tells.

Christian Bachini of Escalation SF2023 E8

The excitement quickly rises this week as Wes welcomes Christian Bachini to the show. Bachini wrote, directed, produced and starred in ESCALATION, the winner of the Best Short Film award at the 2022 Scarefest film festival.

Christian discusses how ESCALATION developed as a project and who inspired him, his aspirations to be a martials arts film actor, and ESCALATION’s recognition at other film festivals. Christian also gives us an insightful look behind the filming process. And somewhere in there, we get some new celebrity announcements.

In Bonehead weekly news, Joe Lewis shares a double dose of 1999 nostalgia with his reviews of the HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL remake and Tim Burton’s SLEEPY HOLLOW.

Just a Few Announcements SF2023 E7

In the candy world, tonight’s episode would be considered bite sized. Yes, this week may be a little shorter than the average show but, as the saying goes, size doesn’t matter because it’s still packed with all that Scarefest goodness.

Wes and fellow Council member Adrienne Elder break into a discussion on current television shows and movies as well as make a few new celebrity announcements that include a DAY OF THE DEAD star and a certain infamous cocaine bear. Plus, we get a peek at Adrienne’s mystery gift. The episode may be short but it’s sweet.

Daniel Benedict from The Bloody Man SF2023 E6

Whip up a Bloody Mary and settle in because tonight’s show takes a trip into the demented world of Daniel Benedict, the writer and director of the indie horror flick, THE BLOODY MAN. Wes steps back from the interview loft to let co-hosts Katie Followell and Chad Harlan take the reins.

Daniel discusses the techniques he used to weave various 1980s influences into THE BLOODY MAN, how he once developed a MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE fan film and gives us a peek inside his love of horror. Interesting facts: THE BLOODY MAN was filmed right here in Kentucky and features roles played by a few NIGHTMARE ON ELM STEET alumni actresses.

Plus, we get a new celebrity announcement and Joe Lewis gives his review of the Netflix murder mystery film THE PALE BLUE EYE.

The Council SF 2023 E5

Has the cosmic axis swung to total coolness again already? Yep, that’s right, it’s time for another action-packed episode with the all-powerful Council. Adrienne couldn’t join in on the fun but never fear, Nicole Griffin sits in to round out this evening’s (un)holy trinity.

The Council gives us some insight on how they try to create events not seen at other conferences, some events that might be on the chopping block, and why there hasn’t been a ghost hunt lined up. Plus, we get a new guest announcement and briefly discuss the greasy Batman. What is greasy Batman you ask? Tune in to find out.

And let’s not forget about Joe Lewis. Tonight, he shares a throwback review of 1990’s I COME IN PEACE (aka DARK ANGEL) showing on streaming platform Tubi.

Bev McChesney with Answers from the Universe SF 2023 E4

Open your mind to the infinite tonight as Wes hosts gifted psychic medium Beverly McChesney. Beverly is recurring guest in the Scarefest universe, and she is always more than willing to share her incredible abilities with viewers.

It’s a special treat as Beverly does live reads from the Chat Room and shares her insights on such topics as who answers our questions, will houses be more affordable in days to come, and the secret to emotional manifestations through the power of the invisible world. Plus, we get several reminders on why it’s good to properly hydrate.

In our regular features, Joe Lewis shares his thoughts on the British-German horror thriller BLOOD RED SKY. Is it good? Well, that’s up in the air.

Zach Bales In Search of the Wildman SF 2023 E3

Are you ready to hit the blacktop? This week Wes and co-host Chad Harlan welcome Zach Bales, the Paranormal Roadtripper. Zach gave his first seminar at the 2022 Scarefest called IN SEARCH OF THE WILDMAN and he’s here to impart his cryptozoology knowledge to the SF crew.

Zach shares the story of his investigation of a Bigfoot-like creature called the Green River Monster, as well as tales of his other local investigations. We learn there are lots of cryptids in Kentucky (looking at you Dogmen). We also hear about the Bluegrass Triangle and the Paranormal Roadtrippers Nightmare Gallery in Somerset, KY.

In our regular features, we get a big celebrity announcement and Joe Lewis takes a bite out of the culinary horror thriller THE MENU starring Ralph Fiennes and Anya Taylor-Joy