DB Dornake and The Attack of the Beast Creatures SF13 E39

Fans of B movies rejoice! On tonight’s show, local mad scientist and Mutagen Nation host, DB Dornake joins Wes, in his new persona of fictional detective Dick Pinkerton, to reflect on the 1985 bad cinema gem that is ATTACK OF THE BEAST CREATURES.

ATTACK OF THE BEAST CREATURES tells the story of cruise ship survivors in the 1920s that land on a deserted island who are then hunted by a tribe of killer doll-like creatures. Dick (Wes) voices his many feelings for the film as DB adds his unique insight. We learn many things about acid pits, how doll sized creatures should be easy to kill, and not hitting on girls whittling a stick.

Our regular features bring a review of THE LOVED ONES from Glenn at FakeShemp, release info on two horror classics in the Week in Horror, and a list of Joe Lewis’ favorite episodes of the series SUPERNATURAL.

AND…big bonus…Wes stars as hardboiled gumshoe Dick Pinkerton in a new segment called True Horror.

 

Jan Lewis: Fifth Hollar Cast SF13 E38

Actor, writter and director of The Fifth Hollar, Jan Lewis, joins Wes this week to talk about her series and what pushed her to take her once book idea and turn it into a TV series.

Along with Jan and Wes, actors Tim and James join in to talk about their time working with Jan on the Fifth Hollar and how the current pandemic has affected acting and travel. Jan has a long history with Scarefest and she and Wes also talk alittle about that history.

After all the talking is done, we are treated with the next installment of the Fifth Hollar and if all that doesn’t get you interested, just tune in to check out Wes’ new bitchin shirt.

 

Kelly McCarville SF13 E37

Co-host Chris Sutton joins Wes this week to interview his friend, psychic medium, paranormal investigator and documentarian Kelly McCarville.

Being born with a psychic ability can be taxing and overwhelming for most but Kelly embraced it and uses her gift to help the living through readings. Along with that, she has many extraordinary experiences and she graciously talks to us about some of those. You won’t want to miss this glimpse into the life of this medium.

 

Rob Mello SF13 E36

The ever beautiful CC Ann cohost with Wes this week to talk to the self proclaimed ‘Boston redneck’, Rob Mello.

Rob is best known for his roles in Happy Death Day 1&2 and he talks to us about what brought him to acting and what keeps him there. Rob’s had some tough roles and talks about what role has bothered him the most and made him cry after shooting. We get to hear about his upcoming projects as well including his newest movie, Embalmers.

In our regular weekly segments, Glen from Fakeshemp.net discusses a movie that’s a part of a horror sub-genre he thinks deserves more respect and Joe with Bonehead Weekly talks about a horror series you’ll want to check out.

 

Bonehead Weekly’s Joe Lewis SF13 E36

Every once and awhile it’s nice to sit down with friends and have a chat. This week Wes does exactly that with Joe Lewis from Bonehead Weekly and Scarefest celebrity Q&A host.

Have you ever wondered what fingers are Joe and Wes’ favorite? Well wonder no more because Wes and Joe answer that exact question as well as talk about their love for comic books and comic book movies. If you’re bored with TV and need some new things to watch, they’ve got you covered as they talk about binge worthy TV and what movies they consider their ‘comfort food’.

This episode also brings a bit of Where’s Waldo game except Wes and Joe are allowed one F-bomb per show so be on the lookout for that.

 

John Gritton SF13 E35

Kentucky boy and film maker, John C. Gritton joins Wes with cohost Chad this week. John is a Scarefest regular and you may have seen him walking around as a Ghostbuster with the Western Kentucky Ghostbusters. You may have also heard one of his seminars about the Golden age of slasher films.
Being a Kentucky boy moving to L.A. is a huge transition and John talks to us about what that looked like for him, what celebrities he worked next too and why he ultimately decided to come back to Kentucky. Being a film maker, John has a unique view on movies and he and Wes talk about the difference between practical and CGI effects and which they each prefer. This episode offers a lot for the budding film maker and the horror fan so you won’t want to miss it.

 

Mick Strawn SF13 E34

The talented Mick Strawn joins Wes along with co-host CCAnn this week on Scarefest television. Mick is known for his production design and art work on some of horrors best known movies.

Mick graciously shares stories about his time working on movies such as Boogy Nights and Mortal Combat and shares tips snd tricks of the trade including why blow-up dolls are important. With the state the world is in and all that time spent at home, we also get to hear what Mick is watching these days. Mick also has his podcast, Dream Warrior and his book Behind the Screams, both of which he gives us a taste of.

At the end of the show, the short film,, The Edge of Darkness by Miles Bellar is shown and Mick gives his critiques and shares tips on what film makers can do to help their projects.

 

Taking Your Calls SF13 E33

Tonight Wes opens up the phone lines to see what’s on listeners’ minds in the middle of the lamest apocalypse ever. The call-in shows have proven to be great fun and this one fills those shoes nicely with calls from Dungeons and Dragons guru Adam Johnson and the ever unpredictable Jake Godbold.

You never know what you’re going to hear when topics include Wes’ crappy year, the TV show THE 100, movie offerings on the Shudder channel, swimming pools, and drive-ins. This week’s show has a little bit of something for everyone.

In our recurring features FakeShemp takes us on a wild ride with a movie about a cannibal on a farm, the Week in Horror History spotlights ghosts, gremlins, and Cryptkeepers while Joe Lewis introduces us to a sinister slow burn film.

 

Change of Plans SF13 E32

Not everything goes smooth and as planned like this week, our featured guest couldn’t make it so Wes and CC Ann take charge and entertain us nonetheless.

So what’s there to talk about with no guest? TV and movies of course. Wes and CC talk about what’s on their watch list and what streaming services are best and why. CC also discusses international horror and why she thinks it’s better.

As always we also have our weekly favorites from Fakeshemp.net, horror history and Bonehead Weekly movie review. After all the fun, we have the 4th episode of The 5th Hollar.

 

Keith Ottersburg and Numerology SF13 E31

SF Radio takes a walk on the paranormal side tonight as Wes welcomes paranormal investigator Keith Ottersberg. Keith is the founder and lead investigator of the Cobra Paranormal team in Nebraska and has appeared on DEAD FILES as well as having ties with Spirit Mechanix in Lexington.

Wes and Keith delve into the meaning of various numbers and number arrangements and what effects they can have on a person’s life. Other topics include Reiki, the effect COVID has had on spiritual energy and the paranormal world, creating your own personal growth through positive energy, and the importance of grounding. It’s definitely an enlightening show.

In between the interview, Glen Cochrane shares a personal indulgence in an obscure zombie film from his youth and Joe Lewis shares his two favorite horror movies of all time. The Week in Horror brings us Killer Klowns, more zombies, and Bonnie and Clyde.

And if that’s not enough….there are 3 new celebrity announcements! It is a jam packed show!