The Pod and the Pendulum

The Pod and the Pendulum

The Pod and The Pendulum is a long running podcast that covers horror movie franchises. Diving into film history, we cover classic horror, slasher movies, found footage, supernatural terrors, and all the icons from Freddy to Michael Myers, to Chucky. If you love horror movies, this is the show for you.

"I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE" Episode 0: An Introduction to the Rape/Revenge Subgenre
The Pod and the Pendulum
"I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE" Episode 0: An Introduction to the Rape/Revenge Subgenre

Recent Episodes

Nov. 2, 2026

"I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE" Episode 0: An Introduction to the Rape/Revenge Subgenre

For the next franchise, we're unlocking Ariel's dive into one of the more controversial franchises we've discussed, the I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE FRANCHISE, which we've unlocked from our patreon page. In this episode, to kick off our I Spit on Your Grave franchise coverage, Ariel and subgenre expert Vannah Taylor and Ariel discuss Rape Revenge as a whole. They explore the strengths and weaknesses of the subgenre, what constitutes a Rape Revenge film, and why these films evoke such strong reactions fr
Oct. 29, 2026

CRYSTAL LAKE

Mike is rejoined by show cofounder Jerry Smith to break down the streaming smash hit Friday the 13th prequel series, CRYSTAL LAKE.
Oct. 25, 2026

THE HORROR OSCARS

It's time to put on our finest tuxedos and gowns and prepare our acceptance speeches. Devaughn leads the crew in looking back at the horror movies that should have been nominated at the Academy Awards. While the Oscars have never been particularly kind to the horror genre (recent wins from Sinners & Weapons notwithstanding) there have been plenty of genre films more than worthy of awards love and respect. We go through the major categories (performer, director, best picture, score) along with a
Oct. 20, 2026

THE INSIDIOUS RANKINGS EPISODE

This week we wrap up Insidious with our rankings of the six (to date) entries. Will Mike & Nichole's anti Patrick Wilson bias shine through, or will Ariel's enthusiasm for tapioca in human form offset us? Plus, more talk about dogs in trench coats, where the series should head next, and debate on whether Mike could take Wilson (or anyone else) in fisticuffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertisin
Oct. 14, 2026

INSIDIOUS OUT OF THE FURTHER

So nice we recorded it twice. This week on the show Mike and Nichole talk about the latest chapter in the Insidious saga, Out of the Further. With the story of the Lamberts now behind us, a new beginning focuses on a single mother trying to put childhood trauma in the rearview mirror while protecting her daughter from a cult leader trapped in the Further, looking for a way back into the real world. Plus, what did a Doritos' commercial featuring dogs in a trench coat have to do with this one gett
Oct. 9, 2026

Bonus Episode: Shawn Hainsworth creator of WOODSTAKE

An interview with Shawn Hainsworth, writer & creator of the graphic novel WOODSTAKE. This period piece reimagines the classic vampire story, set in the heart of 1969's Woodstock music festival. Peace, love, and bloodsuckers for all.