That Was Pretty Scary

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That Was Pretty Scary is a horror podcast hosted by Jon Lee Brody. From reviews and recaps of classic and contemporary horror to deep dive analysis and conversations with creators, JLB explores why scary movies stick with us and why they matter. NOTE TO LISTENERS: When That Was Pretty Scary first launched in 2023, it began as a joint venture between Jon Lee Brody and Freddie Prinze Jr. In 2025, after 102 episodes together, Freddie departed the show and JLB continued on as the solo host. New listeners can enjoy the full archive of early episodes and then seamlessly transition into the current...

Episodes(40 episodes)

Season 4 - Episode 16

April Fool's Day (1986)

It's only fitting that on its 40th Anniversary year, that JLB cover the 1986 gem 'April Fool's Day' on April Fool's Day! A horror film that was perhaps too clever for its own good? Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Apr 1, 2026Duration: 54m 40s

Season 4 - Episode 15

Bring Her Back (2025) with Special Guest Host SARAH NICKLIN

JLB is joined by friend of the podcast Sarah Nicklin to discuss the Philippou brothers 2025 film 'Bring Her Back'. Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Mar 25, 2026Duration: 1h 13m 30s

Season 4 - Episode 14

Ready or Not (2019)

JLB revisits the 2019 gem 'Ready or Not' and unravels all of the themes within it! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Mar 18, 2026Duration: 1h 6m 18s

Season 4 - Episode 13

TWPS Scary Talk with AMY WANG (Writer/Director/Producer of 'SLANTED')

JLB sits down with Amy Wang, the writer/director/producer of 'Slanted', a movie that stars Shirley Chen, Maitreyi Ramakrisnan and McKenna Grace. Amy shares behind the scenes stories of conceptualizing the film and all the context that'll give you a deeper appreciation of it. "SLANTED' is in theaters NOW! -- Follow Amy Wang on Instagram Follow Slanted on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz c...

Published: Mar 13, 2026Duration: 59m 22s

Season 4 - Episode 12

Friday The 13th (1980) with Special Guest Host Meagan Navarro from Bloody Disgusting!

We're heading to Camp Crystal Lake circa 1980! JLB is joined by his friend and horror expert Meagan Navarro from Bloody Disgusting to talk about the movie that jumpstarted the 80s Golden Era of Slashers! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Mar 11, 2026Duration: 1h 5m 2s

Season 4 - Episode 11

TWPS Scary Talk with MEERA MENON & KIRAN DEOL (Didn't Die)

JLB sits down with the director/writer/producer and lead actress of the zombie rom-com 'Didn't Die', Meera Menon and Kiran Deol. The film is discussed as well as the importance of Asian American representation. Meera also talks about losing her home in the Altadena fires just weeks before the Sundance Premiere. The backstories for these two are beautiful and so is the film. -- ABOUT "DIDN'T DIE" Didn’t Die is a zombie rom-com (zom-com) directed by “The Walking Dead” director Meera Menon that is releasing to theaters March 6, 2026, via Level 33 Entertainment. ...

Published: Mar 4, 2026Duration: 1h 1m 56s

Season 4 - Episode 10

TWPS Scary Talk with MICHAEL HARRIOT (Author of 'Black AF History')

In honor of the last day of Black History Month, TWPS presents this conversation between JLB and best selling author & historian Michael Harriot (author of 'Black AF History'). JLB and Michael talk about the history of Blaxploitation Horror and Black History in regards to cinema. Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Feb 28, 2026Duration: 1h 11m 9s

Season 4 - Episode 9

Blaxploitation Horror Part IV | Don't Know Much About Horror History

In the conclusion of the Blaxploitation miniseries, we take a look at modern Black horror movies and trace them back to the lineage of Blaxploitation. -- Special Thanks to Michael Harriot (Author of Black AF History) for lending his voice and knowledge to this. Follow Michael Harriot on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Published: Feb 27, 2026Duration: 24m 35s

Season 4 - Episode 8

The Gorge (2025)

The Gorge was one of the best films of 2025. So why aren't more people talking about it? JLB breaks it all down! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Feb 25, 2026Duration: 1h 1m 6s

Season 4 - Episode 7

Blaxploitation Horror Part III | Don't Know Much About Horror History

In Part III of the Blaxploitation miniseries we look at films like Blacula, Ganja & Hess and Sugar Hill; and explore the messages they were sending.--Special Thanks to Michael Harriot (Author of Black AF History) for lending his voice and knowledge to this.Follow Michael Harriot on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Published: Feb 20, 2026Duration: 15m 32s

Season 4 - Episode 6

Death Name (2026) with writer REGINA KIM

DEATH NAME is a Korean American horror movie that released on Tubi recently. JLB sits down with the writer Regina Kim to talk about the script writing process and the importance of Korean American representation in horror.--DEATH NAME is AVAILABLE NOW on Tubi!Follow Regina Kim on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

Published: Feb 18, 2026Duration: 1h 9m 54s

Season 4 - Episode 5

Valentine (2001)

Happy Valentine's Day, Scaries! JLB loves yall so much that he just had to do a special Valentine's Day episode covering the 2001 gem 'Valentine' and celebrate its 25th Anniversary. Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Feb 14, 2026Duration: 59m 52s

Season 4 - Episode 4

Blaxploitation Horror Part II | Don't Know Much About Horror History

In Part II of the Blaxploitation Horror mini series we talk about where the name Blaxploitation came from and what implications came with it.--Special Thanks to Michael Harriot (Author of Black AF History) for lending his voice and knowledge to this.Follow Michael Harriot on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal d...

Published: Feb 13, 2026Duration: 15m 36s

Season 4 - Episode 3

WARM BODIES with Relationship Expert SABRINA ZOHAR

JLB is joined by relationship expert Sabrina Zohar to analyze the love story in the beloved 2013 horror rom-com 'Warm Bodies'!--Sabrina Zohar is a multi-faceted force guiding individuals to success in the entrepreneurial space, fashion, podcasting and media, and of course, the intricate world of love and relationships. For more information visit her Official Website.Follow Sabrina Zohar on Instagram and TikTokThe Sabrina Zohar Show is available wherever you get your podcasts and you can follow on Instagram. Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and...

Published: Feb 11, 2026Duration: 1h 6m 17s

Season 4 - Episode 2

Blaxploitation Horror - Part I | Don't Know Much About Horror History

In honor of Black History Month, this is the first of the 4 part miniseries (of minisodes) on Blaxploitation Horror. Before the Blaxploitation era took shape in the 1970s, the groundwork was already being laid out for years.--Special Thanks to Michael Harriot (Author of Black AF History) for lending his voice and knowledge to this.Follow Michael Harriot on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

Published: Feb 6, 2026Duration: 14m 15s

Season 4 - Episode 1

Cannibal Mukbang with Writer/Director AIMEE KUGE

Cannibal Mukbang is everything you hope it'll be and one of the best movies of 2025 you may have missed. JLB talks with the writer/director/producer of the film, AIMEE KUGE, about the film and all things horror!--Cannibal Mukbang is AVAILABLE NOW on TUBI!Follow Aimee Kuge on InstagramFollow Cannibal Mukbang on Instagram Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

Published: Feb 4, 2026Duration: 1h 19m 12s

Welcome to the NEW That Was Pretty Scary!

Welcome to the new era of That Was Pretty Scary! The name is the same and so is the deep love for horror; but this marks a new chapter with a new vibe, a new look and an expanded TWPS universe. Now is the time, more than ever, to stay scary! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p

Published: Jan 28, 2026Duration: 2m 8s

Season 3 - Episode 50

Happy Birthday To Me (1981)

It's JLB's Birthday Week! And he's celebrating his 42nd rotation around the sun by revisiting this 1981 cult slasher classic! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Jan 21, 2026Duration: 1h 22m 53s

Season 3 - Episode 49

Frankenstein (2025)

JLB breaks down Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein and all of the lore and misunderstandings surrounding it! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Jan 14, 2026Duration: 1h 40m 51s

Season 3 - Episode 48

TWPS Scary Talk with BEN LEONBERG (Director & Writer of GOOD BOY)

JLB sits down with Ben Leonberg, the visionary behind the groundbreaking film "Good Boy" and we're even treated with a special appearance from the film's star himself: Indy the Dog! Follow That Was Pretty Scary on Instagram and TikTokFollow Jon Lee Brody on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Published: Jan 7, 2026Duration: 1h 1m 53s