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The Baker Hotel

We are back to our regular programming guys! Tonight's episode is all about one of our favorite things: a spooky, haunted location. And the location we will be discussing is the Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells, Texas. Towering at 14 stories, the lavish hotel opened in 1929 in a town known for its healing mineral waters, hence the name. It was built by T.B. Baker & stayed in the family name until it closed officially 1972. In the years that it was open, the hotel was plagued with many murders and suicides that lead to the hauntings that the hotel experiences to this day; from full body apparitions to unexplained noises. One of the many ghosts is thought to be Bonnie & Clyde, former guests in life, as well as Mr. Baker along with his purported mistress. The hotel is set to reopen in 2028. Would you book a stay?

 

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The Found Footage Phenomenon Interview

An interview us found footage fans (say that 3 times fast) have been waiting for! Thanks to Dean Alioto ("The McPherson Tape," "The Last Podcast"), we're joined tonight by Philip Escott & Sarah Appleton, the director & co-director of the incredible 2021 documentary that is streaming on Shudder, "The Found Footage Phenomenon." This is the found footage freaks Holy Grail when it comes to documentaries. It covers the early history of POV shots, fake snuff films, the Blair Witch Project boom and where the state of found footage films are today. We really appreciate Sarah & Philip lending their time, we had a blast and we hope you guys enjoy!

 

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Kermet Merl Key - Frog Lab LLC Interview

Our final Horrorhound Spring 2025 Filmfest interview is here! We are joined by Kermet Merl Key of Frog Lab LLC productions to discuss both his scripts that entered the Filmfest, "What Happened in Story" and "Only the Good Die Young," as well as his 2023 film streaming on Tubi, "Eat the Rich." Not only did we discuss Kermet's screenplays & movie, we also discussed other scary movies, our favorite genre of horror films, the parallels between religion & cults and the roles they play in horror, HP Lovecraft, and so much more. Check out all info about Frog Lab LLC on Facebook where they currently have over 15,000 followers!

 

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Screenwriter Mike Weimer

We have another screenwriter interview guys! Again, from Horrorhound Filmfest Spring 2025, we are joined tonight by Mike Weimer, writer of the script "Out Came The Sun," which is a sci-fi, semi found footage concept about an indie director shooting with friends in the woods - what could go wrong!? We discuss that, our love of found footage films and everything that goes into movie making. Not featured at Horrorhound, we also discuss Mike's featurette "You Have My Blessing." Show Mike your support and give him a follow on Instagram at @mikeweimer88.

 

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Pretty Kitty Interview with Corey Beepington

Our 7th Horrorhound Filmfest Spring 2025 guest tonight is Corey Beepington and their animated short, "Pretty Kitty." When an amusement park shuts down and puts its beloved mascot out of business, the man behind the mask has a psychotic break and becomes the mascot forever. A first here with DFWTO podcast, interviewing an animator for their horror cartoon short film, we discuss with Corey the premise, process and inspiration behind "Pretty Kitty." Show Corey your support and check out their animation reel on Instagram at @coreythetv and @CoreyBeepington on YouTube.

 

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Better Luck Than Chuck Interview

Back again tonight guys, a long time supporter & forever friend to the podcast, Tony Wash is in the house and also joining us, for her first time on, Meredith Tummillo Wash! We will be discussing "Better Luck Than Chuck," a horror trivia game show, with Meredith and with Tony we will be discussing Screambox, a screaming streaming service for scary movies you won't find anywhere else. Follow Tony on Instagram at @scotchworthy to keep up with all his many productions and follow the game show at @betterluckthanchuck to find out when & where you can catch the episode premiere!

 

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Screenwriter Mike Ede Interview

Tonight's Horrorhound Filmfest guest is Mike Ede who is an award winning screenwriter that has had his scripts featured at Horrorhound as well as Days of the Dead. Some of the titles include "Gaunt," a creepy hospital story with a twist, "Team Bonding," which gives a whole new meaning to company retreat and "All I Want for Christmas is... You!," a Christmas Horror comedy about a Canadian crooner and an American Diva who settle their feud once and for all. A long time supporter of the podcast as well, it was such a pleasure having Mike on to discuss his writing process, what inspired him to be a screenwriter and what his favorite scary movies are. Follow Mike on Instagram at bahhumguy and show him your support at Days of the Day Indy this year!

 

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Haunted House of Pancakes Interview

Tonight's episode is 5th in line from Horrorhound Filmfest 2025, this time a feature length horror comedy called "Haunted House of Pancakes" and we are joined by writer/director Nathan Dalton, writer Paul Newton and producer/actress Niki McElroy. On Halloween night, a demonic possession caused by an ancient waffle maker takes hold of patrons at Frank's Diner. Can a waiter and college student make it out alive? Tonight we talk about the conception and making of Haunted House of Pancakes and where you can support. Follow the crew on Instagram and purchase a Blu-ray on their Indiegogo.

 

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Grandma, May I Interview With Gage Zanghi

Keeping the Horrorhound Filmfest interviews coming, tonight is an interview for another short film, this one titled "Grandma May I" directed by Gage Zanghi. Gage discussed with us the inspiration for "Grandma May I" as well as the process of creating the film. Taking inspiration from several horror classics, as well as exploring themes with masks in not only horror but different cultures, "Grandma May I" is the story of a little boy dealing with trauma and grief who meets an unlikely friend whose grandma, only seen through a mask, agrees to help him. But her help comes with a high price. As all interviews, this was a fun, laid back conversation about filmmaking and our mutual love of the horror genre. Catch "Grandma May I" at the next film festival near you!

 

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The Babysitter Murders: Timing's Off

Another Horrorhound Spring 2025 Film Festival interview guys, this time with Orin Black, director & co-writer of "The BabySitter Murders: Timing's Off," a short that won Best Editing! A mix between "The Endless (2017)" and "Halloween," the movie has hints of the babysitter & the man upstairs urban legend with a tech, time travel twist you will not see coming. Great times on the podcast and a quick, fun ride of a film! Give Orin a follow on Instagram @orin_black_film to keep up on his next projects and catch the next screening of "The BabySitter Murders: Timing's Off" at the Chicago Horror Film Festival.

 

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