Episodes

This week we’re answering the call of Black Phone 2 (2025). We examine the emotional depth of its characters, analyze the effectiveness of its supernatural elements, and critique the film's cinematography and dream sequences....

We traded movie screens for fog machines to relive our night at Halloween Horror Nights 2025. From the haunted thrills of Terrifier and Legacy of Voorhees to the infamous fried pickles and cursed pizza fries, we break down th...

This week we’re diving into The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005). We analyze the film's balance between legal drama and horror, unpack Jennifer Carpenter's performance, and examine the lasting impact of its ambiguous ending. In ...

This week we're checking out The Strangers: Chapter 2 (2025). We evaluate the film's attempt at expanding the lore, assess its overall pacing, and dissect the effectiveness of its horror elements. In this episode's b-side, we...

This week we're diving into the heart of spooky season with a special community-focused update from Slasher Digest FM. We explore upcoming activities within our community, October's lineup of horror film reviews, and special ...

This week we’re carving into Candy Corn (2019). We analyze its nostalgic atmosphere, critique the film's underwhelming story and pacing, and discuss the inconsistency of its performances. In this episode's b-side, we explore ...

This bonus episode kicks off spooky season with everything you need to dive into our 31 Days of Horror. We walk through the origins of the calendar, the new host-themed days, and the custom watchlist tracker we designed to he...

This week we're doing the time warp with The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975). We examine its impactful cult following, discuss the complexities of its characters, and reflect on its iconic soundtrack. In this episode's b-sid...

This week we’re unpacking the layers of Sinners (2025). We analyze the film's unique blend of historical context and horror, break down its dynamic character relationships, and discuss the impact of its musical elements. In t...

Scaredy cats aren’t a problem to fix. They’re future horror fans waiting on the right guide. In this Hack or Slash University elective, Kris teams up with our Dean of the Damned Chel to lay out a practical, compassionate play...

This week we’re revisiting the haunted halls in Hell House LLC: Lineage (2025). We critique its storyline's convoluted lore, examine the mixed effectiveness of its scares, and discuss the impact of its shift away from found f...

This week we’re sharing everything on our spooky season bucket lists. We talk about our shopping hauls at Spirit Halloween, Five Below, and HomeGoods, our excitement for Halloween Horror Nights, and the local haunts and ghost...

This week we’re witnessing the end of an era with The Conjuring: Last Rites (2025). We unpack how the film handles the Warrens’ swan song, reflect on its balance between family drama and supernatural dread, and dig into wheth...

It’s our favorite time of year, and we’re bringing the whole campus together. In this expanded episode of Slasher Digest FM , Kris and Chel usher in the official start of spooky season with the Hack or Slash University spirit...

This week we’re cracking open Heretic (2024). We explore the intensity of Hugh Grant's performance, unpack the film's theological debates, and examine how it balances dread and violence. This episode contains spoilers, beginn...

This week we’re exploring the paranormal intrigue of The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It (2021). We analyze the true crime elements it introduces, assess how it stands apart from its predecessors, and critique the film's d...

This week we're diving into Weapons (2025). We discuss its multi-perspective storytelling, analyze its blend of comedy and horror, and explore the effectiveness of its jump scares. This episode contains spoilers, beginning at...

This week we’re exploring the dusty plains of Near Dark (1987). We explore its take on vampire mythology, evaluate the chemistry between its leads, and assess its parallels with The Lost Boys and Twilight. This episode contai...

This week we're revisiting our boy Bughuul in Sinister 2 (2015). We explore the film's shift from its predecessor, analyze its character development, and evaluate the effectiveness of its home movies. This episode contains sp...

This week we’re venturing into the twisted world of Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare (2025). We dissect our feelings towards the portrayal of Peter Pan, explore the film's gruesome kills, and analyze the complex narratives sur...

This week we’re traveling back to Southport with I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025). We analyze the return of legacy characters, review the film's approach to balancing nostalgia and modern horror, and debate the effectiv...

This week we’re celebrating a major milestone with our 400th episode and putting our horror knowledge to the test in Hack or Slash Jeopardy. We battle it out across three escalating rounds of trivia, reflect on the highs and ...

This week we’re diving into the emotional depths of Bring Her Back (2025). We explore the film's handling of grief and trauma, analyze its unsettling gore, and break down the performances that bring this harrowing tale to lif...

This week we’re digging up the past of I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer (2006). We dissect the movie's convoluted plot, critique its lackluster character development, and assess the quality of its slasher elements. T...