Blood & Ink

11: New Beginnings & Bite-Sized Justice (Teeth, 2007)

This week’s Blood & Ink kicks off with a brand new Fright Bite: New Beginnings, a tightly paced descent into biotech body horror, written by host J.C. Nollen. Told in found-journal format, we follow student Dennis Grimes through a clinical research experiment like no other. 
Then we shift gears and bare our… teeth. That’s right, we’re recapping the 2007 cult horror film Teeth, joined by Ashleigh and returning guest Bee Lysko! It’s a wild ride packed with laughs, jaw-dropping moments, and some surprisingly deep discussion.
Come for the fear, stay for the fun. It’s fiction, film, and friendship — all soaked in Blood & Ink. This one’s got bite.
Next weeks movie --> Death of a Unicorn (2025)
Find Bee: beelyskoart.com and @beelyskoart on Instagram
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Episode 10: Tied to Death & "The Orphanage"

In this episode of Blood & Ink, we start with a chilling new Fright Bite: a story about a dying soul who cheats death through a strange and haunting ritual. But the deal has an expiration date.
After the story, Ashleigh joins me to discuss The Orphanage (2007), a deeply atmospheric Spanish horror film that blends ghostly tension with heartbreaking emotion. We break down the scares, themes, and that unforgettable ending.
Next weeks movie --> Teeth (2007)
Fright Bite Author:
https://www.youtube.com/@dean-bol
https://www.reddit.com/user/Sea-Paper-7418/
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Episode 9: Halos, Killer Rides & Deborah Logan

In this solo episode of Blood & Ink, I ease into some recent horror news—just a few things creeping around the genre worth mentioning. Then, I dive into a chilling Reddit story about a cab driver who unknowingly picks up a passenger with a deadly gift—the ability to see halos that reveal a person's true nature... and judge them accordingly.
To wrap things up, I revisit the 2014 found footage gem "The Taking of Deborah Logan", breaking down its scares, themes, and some seriously unsettling moments.
Grab your headphones, get comfy, and let’s hang out with some horror.
Next Weeks Movie --> The Orphanage (2007)
Author of this episodes Fright Bite: https://www.reddit.com/user/gamalfrank/
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Episode 8: Meat, Monsters & Mom and Dad

This week, I kick things off with a "fright bite" about guilt-free meat—a miracle product that promises cruelty-free carnivory but delivers a society-ruining addiction instead. Then, I’m joined by two very special (and also slightly under-the-weather) guests—my own parents! Together, through coughs and commentary, we recap the 2017 horror film "The Ritual". It’s a family affair full of ancient forest gods, emotional trauma, and just a little bit of chaos.
Next weeks movie --> The Taking of Deborah Logan (2014)
Fright Bite: https://www.reddit.com/r/Horror_stories/comments/1k8x0jm/dont_eat_guiltfree_meat/
Author Instagram: @legendarylankman
Author webcomic series: https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/them-beyond-human/list?title_no=879661
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Episode 7: AITA & "Longlegs" Review

In this episode of Blood & Ink, we kick things off with the latest in horror news. Then, JC shares a spooky Fright Bite inspired by the "Am I the Asshole" subreddit, where things take a creepy turn. 
After that, JC is joined by good friend Sally and wife Ashleigh for a lively (and hilarious) recap / review of the 2024 film "Longlegs". We had a lot of laughs and a lot of opinions. 
Tune in for scares, snark, and some seriously fun horror talk!
Next week's movie --> The Ritual (2017)
Check out the author of today's fright bite:
Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@dean-bol
Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/user/Sea-Paper-7418/
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Book Club: "The Stand" part 3-ish

In this first stand alone book club, we recap and discuss Stephen King's "The Stand". JC brings us back up to speed on where we left off in episode 3 and discusses what our favorite and most hated characters are doing up to the 50% mark of the book. JC points out some unsavory manifestations of misogyny that take us by surprise. 
Email bloodinkpodcast@gmail.com with your Fright Bites and Movie / Book Club recommendations. 
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Episode 6: Cryptid Confessions & Cage Rage

In this episode of Blood & Ink, JC reads a spooky fright bite, written by Reddit user Pentyworth223, about a mysterious consultant who takes confessions... from cryptids. It's weird, eerie, and just the right kind of creepy.
Then JC is joined by friend Bee Lysko for a wildly fun recap of "Mandy". Yes, that psychedelic fever dream of a movie starring a blood-soaked Nicholas Cage. We keep it light, laugh a lot, and try to make sense of the madness. 
If you like horror with a side of humor, you're in for a treat.
Next weeks movie --> Longlegs (2024)
Support Pentyworth223: http://buymeacoffee.com/majinbeast223
Check out Bee Lysko's art @beelyskoart, and podcast Hex Marks the Spot
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Episode 5: Beyond Starboard 10 & "The Rule of Jenny Pen"

This week on Blood & Ink: Get the latest horror buzz, including news on a new Carrie adaptation and the mysterious film Weapons. For todays Fright Bite, J.C. reads his original sci-fi horror story, Beyond Starboard 10 - a tense tale of isolation and terror deep in space. Finally, Ashleigh joins for a chaotic and laughter filled recap of The Rule of Jenny Pen. It's creepy, weird, and way too much fun.
Next weeks movie --> Mandy (2018) w/ special guest!
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Read Beyond Starboard 10 on Wattpad: https://www.wattpad.com/1537477158-beyond-starboard-10
Read Sleepover from Hell: https://a.co/d/8OtA7uQ

Episode 4: Sounds from the Woods & "It Follows" with My First Guest

In this chilling episode of Blood & Ink, J.C. kicks things off with a fright bite about a police officer lured into the woods by the sound of a crying baby, only to find something far more unsettling. Written by Reddit user Dry-Competition5290.
Then, in a special movie segment, J.C. is joined by his very first guest - his wife, Ashleigh! They dive into a spoiler-filled review of "It Follows". Expect honest takes, eerie insights, and some fun back-and-forth as they break down what makes this modern horror flick so unforgettable. 
Next weeks movie --> The Rule of Jenny Pen
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Short Story Author: https://www.reddit.com/user/Dry-Competition5290/
Music by pianocafe_Kumi 

Episode 3: Just Trying to Survive

This is NOT your average survival guide. Todays fright bite title is "If You're Driving Alone at Night and the Road Signs Start to Distort, You've Entered Seven Turns Road. Here's How to Survive" written by Reddit user Spades_Writes. Story link: https://www.reddit.com/r/creepypasta/comments/1jv7zb3/if_youre_driving_alone_at_night_and_the_road/
*Spoiler Alerts* We recap and review Black Mirror season 7, episode 1 "Common People". This one makes my brain hurt.
Lastly, for book club we are 36% through "The Stand" by Stephen King. We start seeing some of our characters for who they really are and meet some new people along the way!
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NEXT EPISODE - It Follows (2014)
Music by pianocafe_Kumi