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Tim Murdock

Tim Murdock discuses random topics with a variety of guests and will probably go off topic of horror films of all decades.

  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Ep 299: Interview w/Kevin Williamson, Director & Co-Writer of “Scream 7”
    Back in 2023, Kevin Williamson appeared on Happy Horror Time to discuss his extensive career in horror. Now he’s back, coming off the success of “Scream 7,” for an in-depth, SPOILER-FILLED discussion about this record-breaking installment. Tune in to hear behind-the-scenes stories from many of the film’s pivotal scenes, what aspects of the script he influenced and/or wrote, the additional Ghostface killers he wanted to bring back, where the franchise could go in the future, and so much more! 😱
    16 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 58 minutes 20 seconds
    Ep 298: Interview w/Lawrence Monoson from “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter”
    As Ted (aka, Teddy Bear) in “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter,” Lawrence Monoson got to call Crispin Glover a “dead f*ck,” go skinny-dipping with a bunch of soon-to-be victims, and get his head slashed through a projector screen. Tune in to hear all about working on one of most popular sequels in this franchise, the method acting choice he made that didn’t turn out so well, and additional stories about his heartfelt performances in “The Last American Virgin” and “Mask.”
    13 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 46 minutes 7 seconds
    Bonus Ep: Demented Doctors – "Dr. Giggles"
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    “Dr. Giggles” is one of those movies that, if you haven’t seen it, you’ve definitely heard of it. Who would have thought that a slasher film about a giggling psychopath who thinks he’s a physician would leave such an impression? Tune in to hear us break down all the doctor-themed kills, the doctor-themed one-liners, and the characters who should have survived, but sadly met their brutal demise.
    9 March 2026, 7:00 am
  • 1 hour 34 minutes
    Ep 297: Welcome Back, Sidney
    The latest installment in the Scream franchise marks the return of OG final girl, Sidney Prescott, and is directed and co-written by series creator, Kevin Williamson. Tune in as we’re joined by Ryan Showers, host of the Scream with Ryan C. Showers podcast, to break down “Scream 7” — from that blazing opening scene, to the mother-daughter dynamic between Sidney & Tatum, to Gale’s crowd-pleasing entrance, and our thoughts on that polarizing killer reveal.
    2 March 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Ep 296: Interview w/Scott Foley from “Scream 3” & “Scream 7”
    Though widely recognized for his roles on TV shows like “Felicity” and “Scandal,” Scott Foley left an indelible mark on the “Scream” franchise as Roman Bridger — the only solo Ghostface killer — in “Scream 3.” Tune in to hear all about making the 3rd film in this popular slasher franchise, his thoughts on Roman’s backstory and connection to Sidney, what it was like filming that final battle with Neve Campbell, and he even sheds new light on his character’s return in “Scream 7.”

    *NOTE: We're releasing this episode 4 days ahead of schedule, so our next episode will be released on Monday, Mar. 2.
    19 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 59 minutes 43 seconds
    Ep 295: Beach, Please!
    Famous for “The Evil Dead” trilogy and his wild blend of horror, comedy, and over-the-top gore, Sam Raimi unleashes that signature style on his latest survival horror flick, “Send Help.” Tune in to hear us break down the powerful performances by both Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien, the constantly shifting power dynamic between them, and how each darker turn reshaped our view of Linda Liddle.
    16 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    F13 Ep: The Not So Final Chapter
    It’s Friday the 13th, and the ol’ computer says we’d be dead f*cks if we didn’t release another special episode on this date! 😝 This time we’re discussing “Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter.” Tune in as we break down every character, every kill, how much we love the Jarvises, Crispin Glover’s dance moves, and of course, the best line of the movie — “He’s killlling meeeeee!”
    13 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 36 minutes
    Ep 294: Interview w/Jamie Blanks, Director of “Urban Legend” & “Valentine”
    A wave of slasher films swept through the late ’90s and early ’00s, and two of that era’s most memorable entries were directed by Jamie Blanks. Tune in to hear all about the bold move Jamie made to break into the industry (and the slasher film he nearly directed), behind-the-scenes stories from making “Urban Legend” and “Valentine,” what it was like working with both star-studded casts, and a moving story about his friendship with the late Debra Hill.
    9 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    Ep 293: Interview w/Betsy Russell from the “Saw” series & “Cheerleader Camp”
    Having portrayed Jill Tuck (the ex-wife of John Kramer, aka Jigsaw) in “Saw III,” “Saw IV,” “Saw V,” “Saw VI,” and “Saw 3D,” Betsy Russell has appeared in 5 of the 10 “Saw” films to date. Tune in to hear all about making these films and being a part of this pivotal horror franchise, what it was like working with Tobin Bell, and of course we had to ask all about Betsy’s first horror movie — 1988’s “Cheerleader Camp.”
    2 February 2026, 8:00 am
  • 58 minutes 23 seconds
    Ep 292: Hey Hey, We’re the Jimmies
    Just 7 months after the release of “28 Years Later” comes a new installment in this post-apocalyptic horror series, with the reins being handed over to Director Nia DaCosta. Tune in to hear us break down “28 Years Later: The Bone Temple” — from those sadistic Jimmy cult members, to that epic performance put on by Dr. Kelson, and what we hope to see in the next/final film after that surprise cameo.
    26 January 2026, 11:20 pm
  • 58 minutes 33 seconds
    Ep 291: Monkey See, Monkey Kill
    The plot of “Primate” is simple — a family’s pet chimpanzee (Ben) gets bit by a rabid mongoose, then goes apesh*t in their beautiful cliffside Hawaii home. No more Mr. Nice Chimp! Tune in as we break down all the characters we knew wouldn’t survive, all the kills that shocked us the most, and the impressive use of practical effects that made Ben pretty terrifying. 🦧
    19 January 2026, 8:00 am
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