Free Daily Podcast Summary
Splice & Splatter: Daily Summaries Delivered
by Al LaFleur & Siena Sofia Bergt
Splice & Splatter is the film history podcast where classic horror meets modern gore! Join hosts Al LaFleur (they/she) and Siena Sofia Bergt (they/she) as they descend into the blood-soaked world of horror cinema. With a shared background in film and an obsession with the genre, Al and Siena pull back the curtain on iconic films! From old-school hauntings to today’s most twisted terrors, each episode peels back the history of gory behind-the-scenes secrets, practical effects wizardry, and the cultural history that shaped your favorite horror films. If you love dissecting horror down to the bone, you're in the right place!
Latest Episodes
The most recent episodes — sign up to get AI-powered summaries of each one.
- 2 weeks ago2h 21m
Halloween Special Part II: Night of the Demons (1988)
Send us Fan Mail Put your part face on! Al & Siena are headed to Hull House for a seance in their Halloween Special Part 2: NIGHT OF THE DEMONS (1988) and sharing their Halloween movie picks! Learn what famous horror franchise threatened to sue over the original film name, how Mick Jagger inspired the special effects makeup, and what Disney animator created the iconic title sequence on this demonic possessed episode of Splice & Splatter! You can scream new episodes every other Monday ...
- 4 weeks ago2h 20m
Halloween Special Part I: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
Send us Fan Mail There's no crime in giving yourself over to pleasure! Al & Siena are doing the timewarp over at the Frankenstein Place on Halloween Special Part 1: THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW (1975)! Learn what glam rock icons wanted the part of Dr. Frank-N-Furter, the lore behind the deleted Brad solo song, and what Hammer Horror props made their cameo on the longest-running science fiction double feature edition of Splice & Splatter. You can scream new episodes every other Monday...
- Sep 28, 20262h 48m
The Toxic Avenger (1984) x Freddy vs Jason (2003)
Send us Fan Mail For your information, everyone knows monsters prefer blondes. Al & Siena are traveling to Tromaville and visiting Mrs. Voorhees on this toxic team-up of THE TOXIC AVENGER (1984) x FREDDY VS JASON (2003)! Find out how that infamous head-squishing scene was shot, explore the unreal and decades-long development hell the slasher sequel survived to make it to production, and learn the low-tech recipe for Toxie's radioactive sludge on this Travis' birthday "ex-TRAV-aganza" edit...
- Sep 14, 20262h 44m
Dracula: A Love Tale (2025) x The Addams Family (1991)
Send us Fan Mail I would kill for her, I would die for her...either way, what bliss. Al & Siena are vamping with Vlad and watching for Wednesday with this gothic grouping of DRACULA: A LOVE TALE (2025) x THE ADDAMS FAMILY (1991)! Find out how that snowy horseback chase was shot, learn why director Barry Sonnefeld kept fainting on set, and uncover the art history inspiration behind the vampiric lighting on this Al’s birthday “Al-stravaganza” edition of Splice & Splatter. You can scream...
- Aug 31, 20262h 26m
Freaks (1932) x Freaked (1993)
Send us Fan Mail Gooble Gobble, one of us! Al & Siena are crawling under caravans to join the carnival on this circus-centric pairing of FREAKS (1932) x FREAKED (1993)! Hear director Tod Browning's recurring on-set nightmare, uncover the uncredited star beneath Ortiz the Dog Man's makeup, and explore how much of an active role the carnival performers took in bringing FREAKS to the screen on this spectacles-and-sideshows edition of Splice & Splatter. You can scream new episodes every o...
- Aug 17, 20262h 19m
Don't Breathe (2016) x Wait Until Dark (1967)
Send us Fan Mail In the dark the blind man is king. Al & Siena are turning out the lights and feeling for fear in DON'T BREATHE (2016) x WAIT UNTIL DARK (1967)! Learn why Fede Alvarez' EVIL DEAD remake affected his approach to this project, why Audrey Hepburn's only horror film led to her semi-retirement from acting, and explore the cutting-edge contact lens technology behind both blind performances on this sense-centric edition of Splice & Splatter. You can scream new episodes every ...
- Aug 3, 20263h 1m
The Amityville Horror (1979) x What Lies Beneath (2000)
Send us Fan Mail For god's sake, get out! Al & Siena are hunting for hauntings and looking in the lakehouses of THE AMITYVILLE HORROR (1979) x WHAT LIES BENEATH (2000)! Explore why a possessed pair of pants led to James Brolin's casting, uncover how Stan Winston Studio used cutting-edge technology to craft two versions of the same corpse, and learn what made Stephen King decided to retract his own bad review of AMITYVILLE on this homeowner's horror edition of Splice & Splatter. You ca...
- Jul 20, 20263h 4m
Deep Blue Sea (1999) x Dead Calm (1989)
Send us Fan Mail Beneath this glassy surface, a world of gliding monsters. Al & Siena are swimming with sharks and sailing from safety in this oceanic episode on DEEP BLUE SEA x (1999) DEAD CALM (1989)! Explore the cutting-edge tech used to build the animatronic Makos, hear the real marine mass murder that inspired the Aussie thriller, and find out which role Samuel L. Jackson was originally offered on this deep sea suspense edition of Splice & Splatter. You can scream new episodes ev...
Get Splice & Splatter summaries in your inbox
Free AI-powered daily recaps. Key takeaways, quotes, and mentions — in a 5-minute read.
Get Free Summaries →Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
You Might Also Like
Listeners also like.
The New Flesh Horror Movies Horror News Scary Movie
A podcast covering horror movies, franchises, news, and the horror lifestyle.
Puppet Masters / Castle Freaks
A weekly exploration of low-budget horror films from Charles Band’s Full Moon and related production companies.
Haunted American History
A daily podcast exploring American history, folklore, and true crime through a campfire-style narrative.
Psychoanalysis: A Horror Therapy Podcast
Psychoanalysis: A Horror Therapy Podcast
Weirdhouse Cinema
Two hosts explore the history and cultural impact of bizarre, surreal, and experimental films across all genres and eras.
Unspooled
Two film enthusiasts analyze classic and contemporary movies, breaking down scenes, characters, and cultural impact.
The Horror Virgin
A horror fan guides a newcomer through classic and popular horror films with humor and spoilers.
Spooked
Ordinary people share their chilling, firsthand accounts of paranormal encounters.
Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer
A horror expert narrates scary movies in detail for her terrified co-host, revealing plots and twists without requiring her to watch.
Pod Mortem: A Horror Podcast
Scene-by-scene reviews of classic, contemporary, and cult horror films with trivia, commentary, and humor.
Unspookable
A family-friendly exploration of the history, science, and cultural roots behind scary stories and urban legends.
Critical Darlings
Film critics Richard Lawson and Alison Willmore analyze new movie releases, from blockbusters to indie darlings and awards contenders.
About Splice & Splatter
Splice & Splatter is the film history podcast where classic horror meets modern gore! Join hosts Al LaFleur (they/she) and Siena Sofia Bergt (they/she) as they descend into the blood-soaked world of horror cinema. With a shared background in film and an obsession with the genre, Al and Siena pull back the curtain on iconic films! From old-school hauntings to today’s most twisted terrors, each episode peels back the history of gory behind-the-scenes secrets, practical effects wizardry, and the cultural history that shaped your favorite horror films. If you love dissecting horror down to the bone, you're in the right place!
Customized Recaps
AI-powered recaps with compact key takeaways, quotes, and insights.
Straight to Your Inbox
Get key takeaways from Splice & Splatter in a 5-minute read.
Save Hours Every Week
Stay current on your favorite podcasts without falling behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Podzilla's Splice & Splatter daily summary?
It's a free AI-powered email that summarizes new episodes of Splice & Splatter as soon as they're published. You get the key takeaways, notable quotes, and links & mentions — all in a quick read.
How does the Splice & Splatter podcast summary work?
When a new episode drops, our AI transcribes and analyzes it, then generates a personalized summary tailored to your interests and profession. It's delivered to your inbox every morning.
Is this an official Splice & Splatter product?
No. Podzilla is an independent service that summarizes publicly available podcast content. We're not affiliated with or endorsed by Al LaFleur & Siena Sofia Bergt.
Can I get summaries of other podcasts too?
Absolutely! The free plan covers up to 3 podcasts, any in the catalog. Basic raises that to 15, Pro to 40 and Max to 100. Browse our full catalog at /podcasts.
How often does Splice & Splatter release new episodes?
Splice & Splatter publishes biweekly. Our AI generates a summary within hours of each new episode.
What topics does Splice & Splatter cover?
Splice & Splatter covers topics including History, Film, TV & Film, Film Reviews. Our AI identifies the specific themes in each episode and highlights what matters most to you.
Start getting Splice & Splatter summaries tomorrow morning.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.