About this episode

The Horror Dads celebrate autumn by discussing ten horror films related to pagan rituals and harvest folklore.

The Horror Dads return with one of their favorite autumnal tradition — the beloved Love Letter to Fall series. This year’s installment, Love Letter To Fall Part V: The Horror Harvest Edition , dives headfirst into the chilling beauty of the season through ten films steeped in pagan rituals, harvest folklore, and occult energy. John and Jamie are joined once again by their dear friend and annual guest Justin Carolyne , as well as Mike Boylan from the Alone in the Dark Podcast — a frequent collaborator and kindred spirit in all things spooky. Together, the crew explores the intersections of changing leaves, ancient rites, and small-town darkness, celebrating the haunting atmosphere that makes fall the perfect setting for horror. Whether you’re raking leaves or carving pumpkins, grab a warm drink, settle in, and join the Horror Dads as they pay tribute once more to the most magical time of year.

People in this episode

Hosts: John, Jamie

Guests: Justin Carolyne, Mike Boylan

Topics covered

• autumn traditions
• horror films
• pagan rituals
• harvest folklore
• occult energy
• small-town darkness

Keywords

• horror
• fall
• pagan
• films
• autumn
• tradition
• folklore
• occult
• small-town
• darkness

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Alone in the Dark Podcast

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