The Evolution of Horror
by Mike Muncer
Is this your podcast?Mike Muncer is an independent podcast creator known for his deep passion for horror cinema and storytelling. With a background that showcases his enthusiasm for film, Muncer brings a thoughtful and engaging perspective to discussions about …
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Top 50 Horror Movies Not in the English Language (Patreon Preview)
Oct 16, 2026
57m 06s
Carrie (2026) Spoilerific Review + An Interview With Mike Flanagan
Oct 8, 2026
1h 44m 06s
EOH Revisited #8: The Evolution of the Vampire with Chris Newton
Sep 3, 2026
2h 11m 34s
EOH Revisited #7: The Evolution of Alien & Cosmic Horror with Journey Through Sci-Fi
Aug 27, 2026
1h 25m 22s
EOH Revisited #6: Mind & Body Horror with Juliet Sugg
Aug 20, 2026
1h 38m 21s
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- horror cinema history
- film analysis
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- horror movie discussions
- sub-genre breakdowns
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes
- active for eight years
Platform Reach
- available on major platforms
- growing listener base
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- 🇺🇸United States · Film HistoryHOME#6281K to 1.5M
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Film History#339K to 205K
- 🇯🇵Japan · Film History#220K to 106K
- 🇨🇦Canada · Film History#419K to 101K
- 🇲🇽Mexico · Film History#415K to 78K
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459K to 2.4M🎙 ~2x weekly·427 episodes·Last published 3d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
918K to 4.9M🇺🇸61%🇬🇧8%🇯🇵4%+12 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
505K to 2.7M4.1K real followers tracked across platforms
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/16/26 | Top 50 Horror Movies Not in the English Language (Patreon Preview) | Stacie Ponder joins Mike to discuss the top 50 horror movies not in the English language, as voted for by EOH Patrons! For the full countodwn list, sign up to our Patreon! | 57m 06s | ||||||
| 10/8/26 | Carrie (2026) Spoilerific Review + An Interview With Mike Flanagan | Mike Flanagan's latest TV show CARRIE is out now on Amazon Prime! Mike sat down with Flanagan to chat about the show and his other upcoming projects (including his new Exorcist movie a new adaptation of The Mist), then Becky Darke joins Mike for a deep dive, spoilerific discussion of the whole series... Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 44m 06s | ||||||
| 9/3/26 | EOH Revisited #8: The Evolution of the Vampire with Chris Newton | For our final episode in our EOH Revisited mini-series, Chris Newton joins Mike to discuss the sexiest, broodiest, gayest monster of them all, the vampire! Grab your tickets now for the EOH Book Tour! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 2h 11m 34s | ||||||
| 8/27/26 | EOH Revisited #7: The Evolution of Alien & Cosmic Horror with Journey Through Sci-Fi | This week Mike is joined by the Matt and James from Journey Through Sci-Fi to explore the dark, infinite void of space and the horrors lurking in the cosmos... Buy tickets to one of our live events at the EOH Book Tour! Buy your EOH book now! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 25m 22s | ||||||
| 8/20/26 | EOH Revisited #6: Mind & Body Horror with Juliet Sugg | This week, Mike is joined by Juliet Sugg to discuss madness, decay, disease and the horror from within... Order the Evolution of Horror book! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 38m 21s | ||||||
| 8/13/26 | EOH Revisited #5: The Evolution of Occult Horror with Alex Ayling & Mike Lee-Graham | Hail Satan! Mike is joined by his Final Cut collective Alex Ayling and Mike Lee-Graham to discuss Satanism, witchcraft and the dark arts in the evolution of OCCULT horror... Pick up the Evolution of Horror book, in stores now! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 38m 57s | ||||||
| 8/6/26 | EOH Revisited #4: The Evolution of the Zombie Movie with Brad Hanson | This week we continue our EOH retrospective to discuss the brain chomping, gut munching shuffling monsters of horror! Brad Hanson joins Mike to discuss the evolution of the zombie movie... The EOH book is out in bookstores now! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Sign up to Mary's Patreon! Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 26m 47s | ||||||
| 7/30/26 | EOH Revisited #3: The Evolution of Folk Horror with Becky Darke | This week we continue our EOH retrospective with corn rigs, barley rigs, woodlands and all things rural...it's the evolution of Folk Horror, as covered in the third chapter of the EOH book, out now! CW: Conversations about scenes of sexual assault in this episode Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 2h 05m 52s | ||||||
| 7/27/26 | Found footage, killer hippos and Faces of Death: EIFF 2026 Preview | EOH will be back at the Edinburgh Film Festival this August! This year the festival is chock full of horror and genre movies, paritcularly in the Midnight Mass strand of the fest. Mike is joined on the podcast by festival directors Paul Ridd and Emma Boa to talk through the line-up of horror and genre movies! Mike will be hosting the midnight world premiere of Joby Stephens' Abandoned on the 14th August. Join us! Grab all other tickets at https://www.edfilmfest.org/strands/midnight-madness/ | 18m 04s | ||||||
| 7/23/26 | EOH Revisited #2: The Evolution of the Ghost Story with Adam Z. Robinson | This week we return to the things that go bump in the night within dark, creaky houses and revisit the evolution of the ghost story! Adam Z. Robinson joins Mike to discuss one of the most enduringly popular subgenres of horror. Pick up your copy of The Evolution of Horror book! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Follow EOH on BLUESKY Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 28m 09s | ||||||
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| 7/16/26 | slasher filmshorror history+3 | Stacie Ponder | Evolution of Horror | — | slasherhorror+5 | — | 2h 00m 47s | ||
| 5/19/26 | film reviewhorror+3 | Curry BarkerJuliet Sugg | PatreonEOH+8 | — | ObsessionCurry Barker+3 | — | 1h 29m 19s | ||
| 5/8/26 | man-made monstersfilm analysis+3 | Mary Wild | PatreonEOH+1 | — | man-made monstershorror films+3 | — | 1h 56m 31s | ||
| 5/1/26 | female identitybodily autonomy+3 | Honey Ross | PatreonEOH+5 | — | Poor ThingsThe Substance+5 | — | 1h 56m 50s | ||
| 4/24/26 | Man-Made Monstershorror films+3 | Brad Hanson | PatreonEvolution of Horror+2 | — | Man-Made Monstershorror+3 | — | 1h 08m 52s | ||
| 4/17/26 | tech horrortoxic masculinity+3 | Juliet SuggLouise Blain | PatreonEOH+4 | — | CAMCOMPANION+5 | — | 1h 39m 29s | ||
| 4/10/26 | tech horrorfilm analysis+3 | Jen Handorf | Mary WildPatreon+6 | — | UpgradeThe Invisible Man+5 | — | 1h 57m 48s | ||
| 4/3/26 | horror filmsAI+3 | Rob Watts | PatreonEOH+6 | — | Child's PlayM3GAN+5 | — | 1h 40m 25s | ||
| 3/27/26 | Alien prequelsRidley Scott+4 | James Rendell | PatreonEOH+6 | — | PrometheusAlien: Covenant+5 | — | 1h 59m 50s | ||
| 3/20/26 | dystopiatechnology+3 | MattJames | Journey Through Sci-fiBlack Mirror | — | Black MirrorCharlie Brooker+3 | — | 1h 45m 28s | ||
| 3/13/26 | MAN-MADE MONSTERS #29: Battlestar Galactica (2003-2009) | All of this has happened before and all of it will happen again... Alex Ayling and Ben Travis join Mike for a deep dive into the steamy TV space opera that captivated sci-fi fans throughout the 2000s with its devious cyborgs and jaw dropping plot twists: Battlestar Galactica! So say we all! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 2h 22m 02s | ||||||
| 3/6/26 | MAN-MADE MONSTERS #28: Splice (2009) & Ex Machina (2014) | Steph McKenna joins Mike to discuss a pair of films that explore how terrifying scientific advances can be when they wrench control from their creators: Splice and Ex Machina Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Sign up to Mary's Patreon! Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 49m 02s | ||||||
| 2/27/26 | MAN-MADE MONSTERS #27: Pulse (2001) & One Missed Call (2003) | There's a ghost in the machine! Stacie Ponder joins Mike as we enter the noughties to discuss two techy J-horrors that tackle the internet and mobile phones: Pulse and One Missed Call. Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 49m 58s | ||||||
| 2/20/26 | MAN-MADE MONSTERS #26: Crash (1996) & Titane (2021) | Juliet Sugg joins Mike to discuss two transgressive body horror movies where flesh, sex, death, flesh and metal collide: David Cronenberg's Crash and Julia Ducournau's Titane. Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Sign up to Mary's Patreon! Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 59m 55s | ||||||
| 2/13/26 | MAN-MADE MONSTERS #25: Jurassic Park (1993) | Gav Murphy joins Mike to discuss the ultimate man-made monster movie, Steven Spielberg's 1993 masterpiece Jurassic Park! Hosted, Produced and Edited by Mike Muncer Music by Jack Whitney Artwork by Mike Lee-Graham Get ad free episodes and weekly bonus content on our Patreon! www.patreon.com/evolutionofhorror Big thank you to Mary Wild for this week's 'Wild About Horror' segment! Sign up to Mary's Patreon! Visit our website www.evolutionofhorror.com Buy tickets for our UPCOMING SCREENINGS & EVENTS Buy yourself some brand new EOH MERCH! Email us! Follow EOH on INSTAGRAM Like EOH on FACEBOOK Join the EOH DISCUSSION GROUP Join the EOH DISCORD Follow EOH on LETTERBOXD | 1h 56m 44s | ||||||
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About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Mike Muncer is an independent podcast creator known for his deep passion for horror cinema and storytelling. With a background that showcases his enthusiasm for film, Muncer brings a thoughtful and engaging perspective to discussions about the genre. "The Evolution of Horror" stands out for its structured exploration of horror films, delving into the history and evolution of various sub-genres, from classic Universal Monsters to contemporary works by filmmakers like Jordan Peele. Each episode features a guest from the horror community, adding diverse insights and expertise to the analysis of the featured film. The podcast attracts a dedicated audience of horror enthusiasts and film aficionados who appreciate its in-depth discussions and historical context. Listeners gain valuable knowledge about the genre's evolution, discover hidden gems, and enjoy engaging conversations that enhance their appreciation of horror cinema.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 14K
- Total plays: 859K
- Total reviews: 876
Platforms
TuneIn
- Followers: 13
Castbox
- Followers: 3.2K
- Plays: 219K
- Reviews: 39
YouTube
- Subscribers: 9.5K
- Views: 640K
- Videos: 505
Podcast App
- Followers: 848
- Reviews: 837
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Audience
seniors
Key insights
What the show covers
- horror movie discussions
- sub-genre breakdowns
- historical context
- guest perspectives
Audience interests
- horror cinema history
- film analysis
- sub-genre exploration
- guest interviews
Platform reach
- available on major platforms
- growing listener base
- podcast directories
- social media presence
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes
- active for eight years
- 414 total episodes
- reliable release schedule
Chart history for The Evolution of Horror
Peaked at #1 in TH, top 10 in 25 of 50 tracked markets, currently #1 in TH.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TH | — | #1 | #1 | — |
| New Zealand | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| Japan | — | #2 | #2 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| HU | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| RO | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| SG | — | #3 | #3 | — |
| Canada | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Ireland | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Sweden | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Finland | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| AE | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Mexico | — | #4 | #4 | — |
| Australia | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| Netherlands | — | #5 | #5 | — |
| United States | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| PT | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| IS | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| South Korea | — | #6 | #6 | — |
| PH | — | #6 | #6 | — |
Chart Positions
50 placements across 43 markets.
Chart Positions
50 placements across 43 markets.