Bloody Mary Podcast

In Episode 26 Kristin sat down with podcast fave Angela Harris to discuss Get Out. The film uses horror as a genre to explore racism in America in a sometimes humorous and always thoughtful way. Angela is the creator of OverThinkingHorrorFilms.com and as always made a ton of great points on the messages behind scenes of this film. Be sure to check out her blog and follow her on twitter @angitron

This time around Kristin discussed High Tension with Mel Marquez. Mel recently moved back to Chicago from Portland and we are thrilled about it! Mel is all about creating supportive community and is co-organizer of Chicago's Queer Brown Brunch and Chicago's Chunky Dunk! Within High Tension the two discussed mental health stigma, queer representation in media, and sometimes how truly satisfying a good horror movie murder scene can be. For more info on Queer Brown Brunch: https://www.facebook.com/groups/224319214699889/ For more info on Chunky Dunk: https://www.facebook.com/groups/196983594165458/

This time I changed it up and did multiple interviews at Bird City Comedy Festival in Phoenix, AZ! This episode is jam packed with comics from all over the country talking about their favorite horror movies and favorite moments from Bird City. This one's a little longer than usual but there were so many fun people to talk to at the festival I didn't want it to end! Comics interviewed: Dante Powell, Des Moines Twitter @DantePowell Kon Stamadianos, Phoenix Twitter @Konstamadianos Buck Newman, Phoenix Twitter @BuckNewman Chris Castles, Austin Twitter @Chris_Castles Jen Saunderson, Los Angeles Twitter @JenSaunderson Hana Michels, Los Angeles Twitter @ HanaMichels Michael Palladino, Phoenix Instagram @mpalla480

In episode 23 Kristin is joined by fellow 90's kid LeeAnn Yops to discuss Nightmare on Elm Street. LeeAnn is a Chicago comic, storyteller, and creator of Appetite for Rock and Roll- a storytelling show about music and concert experiences that she produces with Kristin and Sara Stock. She is also the creator of bh9021whoa.com - a fan site based on the culture of everyone's favorite zip code (Beverly Hills 90210). The two discussed high school, how Freddy's pedophilia was truly downplayed in the film, and Nancy's mom......oh man Nancy's mom. Follow LeeAnn on Twitter: @LeeAnnYops Appetite is the second Wednesday of every month at the Elbo Room https://www.facebook.com/AppetiteRnRS/ Follow BH9021whoa on Instagram to see all the 90's stars LeeAnn rubs elbows with: @bh9021whoa

In Episode 22 Kristin Ryan and Brittany discuss the classic Chicago horror film Candyman. Brittany Meyer is a cast member of the Kates, the creator of Strip Joker, and so much more! The two also discussed gang violence, gentrification and BEES! Seriously, why were there bees? Check out all her projects here: http://www.brittanymeyerdoesthat.com/ Follow her on twitter: @BallroomBritz Kristinryancomedy.com

In Episode 21 Kristin discusses the movie Audition with Chicago poet and activist, Ariel Atkins. The two talked about having inattentive babysitters that let them get away with watching whatever horrible horror movie they wanted, being the weird kid, and that feminism is for everyone.

In Episode 20 Kristin discusses Wes Craven's Red Eye with Chicago comic Rachel McCartney. It's not technically a horror movie because Rachel has only seen one in her life. Kristin is still blown away by this but is excited to welcome her to the genre! The two discussed the heavy coding in this movie that allowed it to have a PG-13 rating, the upcoming apocalypse and what it means for the world of art, and breakfast foods! Rachel is a regular at the Laugh Factory and you can check out all her upcoming shows here: Rachelmccartney.net and follow her on Twitter: @RachelMComedy For more on Bloody Mary and projects from Kristin Ryan check out: Kristinryancomedy.com

In Episode 19 Kristin sat down with hilarious comic, Whitney Chitwood. Originally from the Peoria region of Illinois, Whitney has made a name for herself all over the country. The two discussed the 90's masterpiece, Scream. The two also talked about 90's fashion, growing up in the midwest, and Whitney's upcoming project of a sex advice podcast! For more on Whitney: http://whitneychitwood.com/ Follow her on twitter @WhitneyChitwood

In Episode 18 Kristin Ryan sits down with Brandie Posey to discuss Evil Dead 2. Posey is a Los Angeles comic that was in town for the Chicago Podcast Festival. Posey is part of the Lady to Lady podcast on the Maximum Fun network. The two discussed Bruce Campbell, Mommy Dearest, the election, and more! Check out all Brandie's projects here: http://www.brandieposey.com/ And follow her on Twitter: @Brandazzle

In Episode 17 Milwaukee Comedian Addie Blanchard chose It Follows to discuss. They are live at the Milwaukee Paranormal Conference so there is a little bit of chatter in the background but Addie is so charming it's definitely worth the listen! Originally Kristin's opinion on this film was that it was very sex negative but Addie came to the table with a ton of insight that really lead to an interesting conversation! If you are in Milwaukee be sure to check out one of her shows: Sorry, Not Sorry: https://www.facebook.com/events/1283964315000332/ Hellcat Amazons: https://www.facebook.com/HellcatAmazons/about/ Follow Addie on Twitter: @addie_blanchard

In Episode 16 Kristin discusses the French film, Martyrs with horror blogger Angie Harris. Angie really made sense of this overwhelmingly violent film and her explanation made Kristin see it in a whole new light. Angie is incredibly insightful and hilarious! Check out Angie's blog here: http://www.overthinkinghorrorfilms.com/

In Episode 15 Kristin Ryan discusses The Babadook with Chicago comic Danii Gallegos. Danii is a producer of Black Brown and Fucking Exhaused, a new variety show that debuts in Chicago this month that will specifically highlight performances from people of color. She is also a producer of a Chicago classic storytelling show We Still Like You in which storytellers are encouraged to share their most shameful moments and then are rewarded with booze. Through The Babadook we discussed the expectations of motherhood, making time for self care, and how truly annoying Sam would be to have as your own child. Enjoy! Follow Danii on twitter at @Foxy_Gran Check out We Still Like You: https://www.facebook.com/WeStillLikeYou/?fref=ts KristinRyanComedy.com

In Episode 14 Kristin Ryan sits down with Alicia Swiz. Alicia is a professor, comic, and creator of Slut Talk, a popular event series and radio show. The two watched The Accused and while it may not be a horror movie in the traditional sense, it was very very scary. The two discussed current events in rape culture, working in Chicago, and how far we've come since this movie was released in 1988...and sometimes how not so far. Enjoy! Follow Alicia on twitter: @popgoesalicia @_sluttalk_

In Episode 13 Chicago comic Mary Jordan discusses her favorite horror movie, The Fly. The two discuss chronic illness, bad relationship models, their fear of pregnancy, and their love of the gross. This is also the first official episode sponsored by Horror Pack. They've also given us a gift to give away! Write in and tell us your favorite horror movie and why and you could win it! Submit here: http://www.kristinryancomedy.com/contact And be sure to check out Mary Jordan performing around Chicago! This link gets you $3 off a subscription to Horror Pack and supports Bloody Mary https://horrorpack.com/go/bloodymary

In Episode 12 Kristin discusses Teeth with Chicago based musician Natalie Grace Alford. Natalie explained Medusa's origin story and how Teeth is a modern portrayal of the legend. The two discussed the transformation of the main character Dawn and the film's realistic, sometimes subtle, portrayal of rape culture. Natalie is incredible thoughtful and Kristin had to restrain herself from frequently shouting "YES!" Check out her new ep here: https://nataliegracealford1.bandcamp.com/releases Twitter: @NatalieGABand Instagram: ngalford28

Episode 11 Kristin Ryan and Katie Rife discuss The Witch. Katie RIfe is an editor for The Onion's AV Club, is a founding member of the comedy collective Everything Is Terrible and in 2014 The Chicago Reader named her Chicago's "Best Exploitation, Cult and Direct-To-Video Programmer." A lot of horror buffs hated this movie, we talk about why we loved it. We also talk about sexual liberation, the history of witchcraft, and the interlibrary loan program! Check out her work here: http://www.avclub.com And follow her on Twitter: @FutureSchlock

In Episode 10 Kristin has on the host of the weekly open mic, Wish You Were Beer, Paula Ann. Paula Ann is a Chicago comic and one of Kristin's all time favorite people to talk spooky stuff with. Despite her broken foot she came over to Kristin's house to discuss Funny Games. Which spoiler, isn't funny at all.

This episode is a special crossover edition with The Road Podcast hosted by Austin's own JT Habersaat! JT has acted as direct support for comedic powerhouses such as Doug Stanhope, Brian Posehn, Andy Dick, Kyle Kinane, Joe Sib, Jeanine Garofalo and many more, and remains one of a handful of comics ever invited to share the stage with Black Flag's Henry Rollins. Habersaat is also a consistent performer alongside many of Stanhope's Unbookables crew, including Kristine Levine, Andy Andrist, Henry Phillips and Norm Wilkerson. This time around we talk about The Invitation because EVERYONE should see it! There are major spoilers in this episode so make sure to watch before you listen! The two discuss Manson, cults, and their love of suspense! Check out The Road Podcast here: http://www.theroadpodcast.com/ Check out his comedy and tour dates here: http://www.jtcomedy.com/ Follow him on Twitter: @JTStandUp

In Episode 8 Kristin Ryan discusses Hide and Seek with Kara Crutcher. Kara is the founder of the CTA Courage Campaign (@CourageCta on Twitter) which is a campaign to discourage harassment and encourage others to speak up in our shared public spaces such as the CTA. She's also involved with many other projects around Chicago that work to create safe spaces. Kara picked Hide and Seek and the two discussed the toxic relationships DeNiro's character has with women, the stigma around mental illness, and being afraid of the suburbs. Want to be involved in the CTA Courage Campaign? Drop them an email at ctacouragecampaign@gmail.com and please like the campaign on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CourageCTA/

Rebecca Fass, producer of Chicago's Tuxedo Cat Comedy, joins Kristin Ryan to talk about Steven King's classic Carrie. The two discuss that magical first time you cut off all your hair, being so punk rock in high school, and "becoming a woman." Follow her on twitter @badassbeccafass