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Kindergeist

by Kindergeist Podcast

New44: Arya Posey Talks Weapons, Scary Movie, and Life as a Young Horror ActorAugust 4, 2026 · 23 min

Episodes: 44
Released: weekly
Latest episode: Aug 4, 2026

About the podcast

Kindergeist is a horror podcast with 14-year-old Silaz and horror academic/filmmaker Xanthe Pajarillo. The pod creates a space where horror can be explored through fun, inspiring, and meaningful conversations. Our mission is to help young people embrace what makes them different, challenge the stigma that horror isn't for kids, and celebrate the genre as a place for creativity, curiosity, and community. Through conversations with filmmakers, creators, scholars, and fans, we hope to inspire the next generation of horror lovers while making a positive impact on the horror community as a whole.

Episodes 44

44: Arya Posey Talks Weapons, Scary Movie, and Life as a Young Horror Actor
August 4, 202623 minSeason 5 · Episode 1
Arya Posey joins Silaz and Xanthe to talk about her journey as one of horror's rising young stars. From her role in Scary Movie to starring in Zach Cregger's highly anticipated Weapons, Arya shares what it's …
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Arya Posey joins Silaz and Xanthe to talk about her journey as one of horror's rising young stars. From her role in Scary Movie to starring in Zach Cregger's highly anticipated Weapons, Arya shares what it's like working on major productions, meeting fans at conventions, her advice to aspiring actors and more.

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Credits
Audio editing, mixing, mastering by William Let https://www.williamlett.com/
43: Help Teens Make a Horror Film & Zakia News
September 30, 20257 min
This episode covers Xanthe's feature PhD documentary about British teens making a ballet horror film (directed by 16-year-old Nia Matthews) and a big update from Zakia.GoFundMe …
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This episode covers Xanthe's feature PhD documentary about British teens making a ballet horror film (directed by 16-year-old Nia Matthews) and a big update from Zakia.
GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/e807cf7d1
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42: SEASON FOUR FINALE with JED SHEPHERD and Teen Witch (1989)
July 28, 20231 h 11 minSeason 4 · Episode 42
Today we discuss the cult classic musical TEEN WITCH (1989) with the marvelous British Filipino filmmaker JED SHEPHERD (Host, Dashcam)! We cover monsters in the Philippines, his upcoming FMV horror game GHOSTS …
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Today we discuss the cult classic musical TEEN WITCH (1989) with the marvelous British Filipino filmmaker JED SHEPHERD (Host, Dashcam)! We cover monsters in the Philippines, his upcoming FMV horror game GHOSTS, an in-house exorcist, the '80s, crushes, diaries, our personal experiences with psychics, his advice to young horror filmmakers and more!

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41: Madayen (2016), Ringu (1998) & Muslim Horror with KARLA MALLETTE
July 15, 20231 h 12 minSeason 4 · Episode 41
Today we're joined by the stellar Karla Mallett, Professor of Italian and Mediterranean Studies and Chair of Dept of Middle East Studies at the University of Michigan. We discuss religion's influence in Japan's …
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Today we're joined by the stellar Karla Mallett, Professor of Italian and Mediterranean Studies and Chair of Dept of Middle East Studies at the University of Michigan. We discuss religion's influence in Japan's RINGU and Saudi Arabia's MADAYEN, the American Ring remake, her Religion and Horror class, the Halaloween Film Festival, Muslim Horror in different regions, J-Horror is emo, Djinn possession, Joko Anwar, if horror movies are halal and more!

Madayen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUdlHz69ID4
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/karlamallette
Web: https://lsa.umich.edu/rll/people/faculty/alrak.html

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40: PSYCHO (1960) and the Horror of Mental Health
July 7, 202329 minSeason 4 · Episode 40
It's only Zakia and Xanthe this week as they talk about Xanthe's favorite movie... PSYCHO (1960). They discuss the mental health themes, getting married at the Bates Motel, nepo babies, the tram tour at …
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It's only Zakia and Xanthe this week as they talk about Xanthe's favorite movie... PSYCHO (1960). They discuss the mental health themes, getting married at the Bates Motel, nepo babies, the tram tour at Universal Studios, Olivia Rodrigo's VAMPIRE music video, stealing money, Robert Pattinson (again...) and more!

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39: The Horrors of Being a Military Kid with AVERY TURNER and CAYLA YOUNG
June 30, 20231 h 1 minSeason 4 · Episode 39
Today from Colorado and Japan, we're joined by Avery and Cayla of the organization, BLOOM Military Teens. We chat how military movies are horror movies, haunted areas in their towns, stereotypes in Netflix's …
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Today from Colorado and Japan, we're joined by Avery and Cayla of the organization, BLOOM Military Teens. We chat how military movies are horror movies, haunted areas in their towns, stereotypes in Netflix's SPACE FORCE, the challenges of moving and maintaining friendships, managing mental health and more!
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38: Return To Oz (1985) with DAVID WEINER
June 23, 20231 h 41 min
Today we visit the Land of Oz with the knowledgable David Weiner (IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS trilogy on Shudder) as he chose the film, RETURN TO OZ! This is a must listen for aspiring young journalists, as he also …
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Today we visit the Land of Oz with the knowledgable David Weiner (IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS trilogy on Shudder) as he chose the film, RETURN TO OZ! This is a must listen for aspiring young journalists, as he also shares the time he interviewed Oliver Stone, Harrison Ford and Mark Hamill, how he was selected to direct IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS, sharing horror with his son and more!

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IG: https://www.instagram.com/80shorrordoc/
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Opening RETURN TO OZ sound clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7qSkoAvDWVU
37: Bunnicula, Children's Horror Literature and Libraries with JUDY PRINCE-NEEB
June 16, 20231 h 20 min
This week we welcome the wise and radiant Judy Prince-Neeb to chat the BUNNICULA books and TV special, the importance of libraries and children's horror literature, romance novels, why young people have …
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This week we welcome the wise and radiant Judy Prince-Neeb to chat the BUNNICULA books and TV special, the importance of libraries and children's horror literature, romance novels, why young people have incredible minds, if Bella and Edward's relationship in TWILIGHT is toxic, separating the art from the artist and much more!

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The Haunted Archives: https://linktr.ee/thehauntedarchives

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36: FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S (2014) and RAINBOW FRIENDS (2021) on ROBLOX
June 9, 202329 min
Zachary's back with his video game reviews on the original FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S (his first time playing), the new teaser trailer of the movie from Blumhouse, RAINBOW FRIENDS on Roblox, WILLY'S WONDERLAND …
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Zachary's back with his video game reviews on the original FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY'S (his first time playing), the new teaser trailer of the movie from Blumhouse, RAINBOW FRIENDS on Roblox, WILLY'S WONDERLAND, the dangers of online gaming as a kid, starting middle school, Zachary's greatest fears, Chuck E. Cheese, haunted mazes in LA, scary animatronics and more!

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35: 50 First Dates (2004), The Horror of Rom-Coms, Disability with COLIN BUCKINGHAM
June 2, 20231 h 35 min
This ep is stuffed with insight from our guest Colin Buckingham, an actor, writer, producer and model who chose the explore the horrors of the rom-com, 50 FIRST DATES (2004). We also cover the horror of …
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This ep is stuffed with insight from our guest Colin Buckingham, an actor, writer, producer and model who chose the explore the horrors of the rom-com, 50 FIRST DATES (2004). We also cover the horror of disability representation, the appropriate age gap in high school dating, healing and therapy before making films about personal trauma, recognizing bad dating habits and accepting the bare minimum, his action thriller NOVEMBER 9TH and more!
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His film, November 9th: https://youtu.be/0cZv9x4EPYs

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34: Pathogen (2006) and Making Feature Films as a Teen with EMILY HAGINS
May 26, 202359 min
From Austin, Texas, we're joined by director/writer Emily Hagins (SORRY ABOUT THE DEMON, COIN HEIST)! We discuss her journey of making her first feature film PATHOGEN, making MY SUCKY TEEN ROMANCE as a response …
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From Austin, Texas, we're joined by director/writer Emily Hagins (SORRY ABOUT THE DEMON, COIN HEIST)! We discuss her journey of making her first feature film PATHOGEN, making MY SUCKY TEEN ROMANCE as a response to TWILIGHT, being a teen filmmaker, learning lessons about finding your voice, choosing film over college, advice to kids who want to direct their first film, academic research about her work and more!
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33: Evil Dead and Transgender Horror with LOGAN-ASHLEY KISNER
May 19, 202342 min
We get groovy this week with film critic and essayist, Logan-Ashley Kisner! We discuss how the EVIL DEAD franchise is heavily trans coded, Morgan Davies in EVIL DEAD RISE and that wild third act Deadite, Ash …
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We get groovy this week with film critic and essayist, Logan-Ashley Kisner! We discuss how the EVIL DEAD franchise is heavily trans coded, Morgan Davies in EVIL DEAD RISE and that wild third act Deadite, Ash Williams as a trans man, Zakia's first time watching ARMY OF DARKNESS, transgender horror film history, Logan's trans horror film recommendations for kids and more!
Follow Logan-Ashley:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/transhorrors
IG: https://www.instagram.com/transhorrors
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/transhorror
Transgender Evil Dead: https://atranslog.medium.com/the-transgender-evil-dead-655ff2e89962
Timeline of Transgender Horror: https://aninjusticemag.com/a-timeline-of-transgender-horror-90d707b71e2d

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32: M3GAN (2023) with AMIE DONALD
May 12, 202332 minSeason 4 · Episode 1
In the season 4 premiere, we are joined by the lovely Amie Donald, who portrays the title character in the Blumhouse film, M3GAN. She shares what it was like behind the scenes, doing her own stunts, her dancing …
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In the season 4 premiere, we are joined by the lovely Amie Donald, who portrays the title character in the Blumhouse film, M3GAN. She shares what it was like behind the scenes, doing her own stunts, her dancing roots, how she feels about AI and more!
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31: SEASON THREE FINALE with Josh Ruben (BLOOD RELATIVES, A WOUNDED FAWN)
January 13, 20231 h 3 min
In the season three finale, we are joined by actor, director, producer and kid-at-heart: Josh Ruben! We discuss his latest films, BLOOD RELATIVES and A WOUNDED FAWN, his disdain for angry white men, passion for …
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In the season three finale, we are joined by actor, director, producer and kid-at-heart: Josh Ruben! We discuss his latest films, BLOOD RELATIVES and A WOUNDED FAWN, his disdain for angry white men, passion for werewolves, what a producer does, choosing kindness in the face of hatred, #MeToo, general life advice to kids, his interest in directing a horror movie for kids, and more!
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Site: www.joshsmindhouse.com
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30: CAPTURING THE KILLER NURSE (2022) & TALES FROM THE CRYPTKEEPER: IT'S FOR YOU (1999)
December 9, 202238 min
For the holiday season, Zakia and Xanthe review the Christmas horror episode of TALES FROM THE CRYPTKEEPER, "IT'S FOR YOU" (S3E11) and the true crime Netflix documentary, CAPTURING THE KILLER NURSE, about the …
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For the holiday season, Zakia and Xanthe review the Christmas horror episode of TALES FROM THE CRYPTKEEPER, "IT'S FOR YOU" (S3E11) and the true crime Netflix documentary, CAPTURING THE KILLER NURSE, about the serial killer Charles Cullen. We also cover abuse happening at Zakia's school, what she would do if a loved one was a killer, if documentaries are fact or fiction, prank calling stories, getting your first phone as a kid, snitching in the sibling dynamic and more!
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29: Horror in K-Pop with FRANCESCA O'HOP
December 2, 20221 h 10 minSeason 3 · Episode 29
And now for something different, Zakia and Xanthe speak with Francesca O'Hop about horror in k-pop music videos from groups VIXX, Cross Gene, Dreamcatcher, Purple Kiss and more. We also cover neurodivergence in …
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And now for something different, Zakia and Xanthe speak with Francesca O'Hop about horror in k-pop music videos from groups VIXX, Cross Gene, Dreamcatcher, Purple Kiss and more. We also cover neurodivergence in the horror genre, the zombie movie that was produced just to promote a song, stereotypes of the "dark side" of k-pop idol training programs, BTS and South Korea military service and then some!
K-Pop Horror Music Video Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4pH3GqyfaGT8tUSUDwjkPlFAvqsbLsL-

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Sites: https://hopskotchart.com/ and https://reelkpop.com/
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28: RATATOUILLE (2007) is a Horror Movie!
November 25, 202243 minSeason 3 · Episode 28
Don't think RATATOUILLE is a horror movie? Think again. Zakia and Xanthe re-watch it and discover several elements that make it horror. We also cover who would be cast in a live-action version, the Brazilian …
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Don't think RATATOUILLE is a horror movie? Think again. Zakia and Xanthe re-watch it and discover several elements that make it horror. We also cover who would be cast in a live-action version, the Brazilian rip-off RATATOING, McRib on Thanksgiving, rat representation in media, feminism and female misogyny, the horror of Harper Lee's TO KILL A MOCKING BIRD, Zakia's cooking phase, Disney's empathy agenda and more!
Unigo Zombie Scholarship: https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/our-scholarships/zombie-apocalypse-scholarship
McRib Blues Music Video: https://youtu.be/zkb--woGbeo
Zakia & Tita: Filipino Hot Dogs, Eggs & Toast: https://youtu.be/DNWO3hTdsps
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27: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004) & Are You Afraid of the Dark? (1990's) with SEAN PARKER & STEVE GOLDBERG
November 18, 20221 h 24 minSeason 3 · Episode 27
Zakia's back! She & Xanthe speak with Steve & Sean of the Mostly Horror Podcast. It's our longest episode yet, but rich with fun and valuable discussion on HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN and the …
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Zakia's back! She & Xanthe speak with Steve & Sean of the Mostly Horror Podcast. It's our longest episode yet, but rich with fun and valuable discussion on HARRY POTTER AND THE PRISONER OF AZKABAN and the original ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?. We also chat about Ryan Murphy's DAHMER, if you can separate the art from the artist, sleepovers at haunted locations, what their Boggart would be, if ghosts are real, their advice for kids who want to be podcasters & more!
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Mostly Horror IG: https://www.instagram.com/mostlyhorrorpod/
Mostly Horror Twitter: https://twitter.com/mostlyhorror
Steve's IG: https://www.instagram.com/stevenisaverage/
Steve's Twitter: https://twitter.com/stevenisaverage
Sean IG: https://www.instagram.com/hypocrite.ink/
Sean's Twitter: https://twitter.com/HypocriteInk
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26: Interview with an ALIEN and improviser MELISSA G
November 11, 202242 min
Today Zachary and Xanthe interview two guests: an alien named E from the planet Zorgon and improviser/bystander intervention advocate Melissa G from Ontario, Canada! We discuss what E's species is like …
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Today Zachary and Xanthe interview two guests: an alien named E from the planet Zorgon and improviser/bystander intervention advocate Melissa G from Ontario, Canada! We discuss what E's species is like, intergalactic tourism, if alien representation in films is accurate, the importance of bystander intervention training and voting, advice for kids who want to start doing improv comedy and more!
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www.improvcollege.ca
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25: Poppy Playtime (2021) and the Horror of Huggy Wuggy
November 4, 202223 minSeason 3 · Episode 25
This week it's only Zachary and Xanthe! We review Chapter 1 of the popular kids horror video game Poppy Playtime, Zachary's predictions for the upcoming film adaptation, his thoughts on the controversy Huggy …
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This week it's only Zachary and Xanthe! We review Chapter 1 of the popular kids horror video game Poppy Playtime, Zachary's predictions for the upcoming film adaptation, his thoughts on the controversy Huggy Wuggy has with parents, what to do when you get too scared playing it and more!
Huggy Wuggy news clip:
https://youtu.be/1NwgkwNHXW4

Poppy Playtime:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1721470/Poppy_Playtime/

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24: ParaNorman (2012) with JAKE GETMAN
October 28, 202247 minSeason 3 · Episode 4
Today our guest is 15-year-old LA based actor... the wonderful Jake Getman! Zakia, Xanthe and Zachary ask him about PARANORMAN (2012), his absolute fear of anything spooky, how to handle acting in scary scenes …
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Today our guest is 15-year-old LA based actor... the wonderful Jake Getman! Zakia, Xanthe and Zachary ask him about PARANORMAN (2012), his absolute fear of anything spooky, how to handle acting in scary scenes, being home schooled, the trauma of Haunted Hayride, Top Gun: Maverick and more!

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Jake's full bio:
At just 15 years old, Jake Getman is seamlessly jumping between TV, film, commercial and voiceover projects. Regarded as a versatile character actor, Jake has an aptitude for both comedy and drama. His most recent project is a guest star role as ‘Colin’ in Episode 1.8 of the new Apple TV+ series, “Life by Ella” starring Lily Brooks O’Briant.

Jake’s breakout role was in the popular Brat TV web series, "A Girl Named Jo" playing actress Addison Riecke's younger brother, Ray Fitzroy. He has guest and co-starred in numerous televisions shows including “Sunnyside” on NBC and Hulu, “Schooled” on ABC and Disney Channel’s “Just Roll with It,” to name a few. His principal film credits include “Cheaper by the Dozen” currently streaming on Disney+, the central character, Dylan, in the Lifetime movie “House of Darkness: New Blood” in 2018 and, the 2016 horror movie “Little Dead Rotting Hood” playing Eric Balfour’s son (and Izabella Alvarez’s younger brother).

Jake’s voice can be heard in numerous projects including as Froggy in the PS4 game “Concrete Genie” and the English dubbed voice of Young Super Lopez in the Netflix film “SuperLopez. “ Jake also took over the title role of “Young Ben Franklin” in the popular podcast whose second season was released this past February on Amazon Music and Apple Podcasts.

In 2019, Jake was chosen to appear in a tribute to Robert Downey Jr. during the Teen Choice Awards as he accepted the award for Choice Action Movie and Choice Action Movie Actor. The real fun for Jake would become an impromptu moment that occurred backstage in a now viral video where Robert had everyone wish and sing “Happy Birthday” to Jake.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Jake spent his early life in foster care. He is an advocate for at-risk youth, the homeless and a passionate dog lover. When not working, Jake enjoys plane spotting, flying drones, running track, watching movies and working out
23: The Witches (1990) with NEIL FRASER
October 21, 202240 minSeason 3 · Episode 3
Joining us today is the fab Neil Fraser, a multi award winning poster and key artist from Scotland in the UK. In this episode we discuss THE WITCHES (1990), when Roald Dahl visited his class, the representation …
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Joining us today is the fab Neil Fraser, a multi award winning poster and key artist from Scotland in the UK. In this episode we discuss THE WITCHES (1990), when Roald Dahl visited his class, the representation of witches in the past versus today, if the comedy of Mr. Bean endures, his advice to aspiring artists and more!
He has worked on over 60 productions to date and has clients including Shudder, Prime Video, 101 Films, the Willard Price Estate and Fright Rags and is best known for his poster work on 2020s viral hit Host.
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22: The Black Phone (2022) with NYLAH MONDESIR
October 14, 202237 minSeason 3 · Episode 2
Joining us today is the marvelous Nylah Mondesir, a 13-year-old actress, model and student body president of her middle school. We unpack THE BLACK PHONE, why she feels it's educational for young audiences and …
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Joining us today is the marvelous Nylah Mondesir, a 13-year-old actress, model and student body president of her middle school. We unpack THE BLACK PHONE, why she feels it's educational for young audiences and parents, child abuse, bullying, kidnapping, her advice for aspiring child actors and more.
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21: The Addams Family (1991) with ZACHARY PONCE
October 7, 202223 minSeason 3 · Episode 1
Today we welcome fifth grader Zachary Ponce (AKA Zakia's brother), who recently joined us at Kindergeist as a guest co-host and contributor. We chat THE ADDAMS FAMILY, his love for Netflix's ALL OF US ARE DEAD …
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Today we welcome fifth grader Zachary Ponce (AKA Zakia's brother), who recently joined us at Kindergeist as a guest co-host and contributor. We chat THE ADDAMS FAMILY, his love for Netflix's ALL OF US ARE DEAD, his greatest fears, the meaning of family and more.

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20: SEASON TWO FINALE & Answering Your Horror Questions
June 3, 202230 min
It's the season two finale! Zakia and Xanthe answer your questions, as listed below: 1. Favorite horror writers of all time and why? 2. What’s your favorite horror theme of all time? 3. What age is it …
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It's the season two finale! Zakia and Xanthe answer your questions, as listed below:
1. Favorite horror writers of all time and why?
2. What’s your favorite horror theme of all time?
3. What age is it appropriate for kids to watch rated-R horror films?
4. What are your top entry level horrors for younger kids and older kids?
5. What kind of horror would you like to see more of in the entertainment landscape?
6. What would you like to see brought to life in a TV or mini-series?
7. What are your favourite horror icons?
8. Which two would you like to see team up or face off in a movie?
9. What mythical creature would you like to see a movie based on?
10. If you could write or direct any sequel, which horror icon would you choose?

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19: Coraline with PRINCE JACKSON
May 27, 202248 minSeason 2 · Episode 19
Today we have the regal Prince Jackson, owner of the GoodKnight Life podcast network, Host of the award-winning Knight Light Podcast: A Horror Movie Podcast on the Bloody Disgusting Podcast Network, and cast …
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Today we have the regal Prince Jackson, owner of the GoodKnight Life podcast network, Host of the award-winning Knight Light Podcast: A Horror Movie Podcast on the Bloody Disgusting Podcast Network, and cast member in the upcoming Mental Health and Horror documentary. We chat about the stop motion film CORALINE, parenting as a horror fan, his gateway horror selects, how to wean yourself into the gore genre, his advice to kids who want to be a podcaster... and more!

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Mental Health and Horror: https://twitter.com/MHhorrordoc

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18: Horror Special Effects with BECCA SUH-HEE HAN
May 20, 202241 minSeason 2 · Episode 18
Becca Suh-Hee Han is a Korean-Am director, writer, assistant director and was a special effects technician on THE WALKING DEAD, WATCHMEN, THE OUTSIDER, HELL FEST, AMAZING STORIES and beyond. We chat about …
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Becca Suh-Hee Han is a Korean-Am director, writer, assistant director and was a special effects technician on THE WALKING DEAD, WATCHMEN, THE OUTSIDER, HELL FEST, AMAZING STORIES and beyond. We chat about working in SFX at a young age, assisting on THE VAMPIRE DIARIES, why horror keeps following her, being in a male dominated field and more!
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Tinashe Music Video She Worked On: https://youtu.be/KI-IiIt-xpg
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17: Horror Movie Theme Songs with JACK STANNEY
May 13, 202235 minSeason 2 · Episode 17
Heeeeeere's Jack STANNEY! Today we chat with the incredibly wise 12-year-old Welsh music critic/YouTuber and musician. Jack reviews six horror movie theme songs from Goosebumps, Friday the 13th Part III …
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Heeeeeere's Jack STANNEY! Today we chat with the incredibly wise 12-year-old Welsh music critic/YouTuber and musician. Jack reviews six horror movie theme songs from Goosebumps, Friday the 13th Part III, Suspiria, Us, The Shining and Halloween. We also discuss his interview with Charli XCX, his favorite music, what makes a solid music review, cringing at your past work, video games and more!
Playlist from this ep: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7uCfepIQw0aAV9Fg9yqCEi?si=9080667234134218
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16: Satan's Servant with JACK MCDERMOTT, ETHAN GOMEZ-ZAHNLEY and SEAN OKIMOTO
May 6, 202246 min
This week we gather with the teen trinity of Screenager Productions: Jack McDermott, Ethan Gomez-Zahnley and Sean Okimoto! We discuss how they filmed their first horror feature during the pandemic, starting a …
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This week we gather with the teen trinity of Screenager Productions: Jack McDermott, Ethan Gomez-Zahnley and Sean Okimoto! We discuss how they filmed their first horror feature during the pandemic, starting a company in eighth grade, juggling multiple hats as co-directors, co-DPs and co-editors, the business side of film, the status on their upcoming project (a Kindergeist exclusive!) and MORE! #HailScreenager
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15: Happy Death Day with REYNA CERVANTES
April 29, 202220 minSeason 2 · Episode 15
This week we're joined by trans Latina writer Reyna Cervantes (Fangoria and Bloody Disgusting)! We discuss why the Happy Death Day films are an ideal intro to slashers for younger viewers, emo horror, her …
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This week we're joined by trans Latina writer Reyna Cervantes (Fangoria and Bloody Disgusting)! We discuss why the Happy Death Day films are an ideal intro to slashers for younger viewers, emo horror, her feelings on birthdays, what she would do if pursued by a serial killer in a time loop... and more!

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The Windsor Film Club: https://linktr.ee/windsorfilmclub
Gayly Dreadful Article: https://www.gaylydreadful.com/blog/pride-2020-sleepaway-camp-finding-your-identity

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