Camp Miasma & The Blockbuster Horror Aisle

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode! Is it ever too early for spooky season? This week, we're recording from Legend Comics and Coffee to talk all things horror. Sarah, John-Paul, and Alex dive into Jane Schoenbrun's new indie slasher Camp Miasma: Teenage Sex and Death (starring Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder) and unpack its deep ties to the infamous 80s slasher Sleepaway Camp. We discuss the queer experience of growing up watching horror movies, the bizarre evolution of slasher lore (looking at you, Leprechaun in the Hood), and why Freddy Krueger remains the ultimate horror icon. Plus, we debate the best and worst horror reboots, the meta-genius of Scream and The Cabin in the Woods, and whether Final Destination is actually the scariest franchise of the 2000s. Topics Covered: The official start date for Halloween decor Reviewing Camp Miasma: Teenage Sex and Death The trans/queer legacy of the Sleepaway Camp franchise 80s vs. 90s slashers: Freddy Krueger, Michael Myers, and Jason The best and worst horror reboots (Candyman, Hellraiser, Scream 5) Meta-horror excellence: The Cabin in the Woods