Seasoned Skeptics

Seasoned Skeptic Podcast: Reviewing Netflix's Troll (2022), Troll 2 (2025), and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein (2025)!

Join hosts Nick and Derral on this epic monster mash episode of the Seasoned Skeptic Podcast – we're breaking down the biggest creature features currently dominating Netflix!

We start with Troll (2022) – Roar Uthaug's thrilling Norwegian folklore-inspired blockbuster. An ancient mountain troll awakens and heads straight for Oslo, forcing a ragtag team to uncover myths and stop the destruction. Epic visuals, heart-pounding action, and that perfect blend of scares and spectacle.

Next, the highly anticipated sequel Troll 2 (2025) – fresh on Netflix! The stakes are higher...

Welcome to Derry – Episode 7: “The Black Spot” – Episode Summary Episode 7 is a gut-wrenching, lore-heavy penultimate chapter that many fans are calling the strongest of the season. The episode is structured around two timelines:

Season Skeptics is your irreverent guide to dissecting TV and film seasons through the sharp lens of skepticism, hosted by the dynamic duo Nick and Derral. Each episode, they dive into the highs, lows, plot holes, and hidden gems of a single season—questioning tropes, calling out lazy writing, and celebrating bold storytelling with humor, hot takes, and zero tolerance for filler. From horror hauls like It: Welcome to Derry to sci-fi sagas and prestige dramas, Nick's pop-culture encyclopedic breakdowns pair perfectly with Derral's no-BS fact-checks and conspiracy-busting rants. Whether you're a binge-watcher or a casual critic, tune in fo...

Nick and Derral tear into THREE wild films with zero mercy: WEAPONS (2025) – The controversial new horror-comedy from Zach Cregger (Barbarian) starring Josh Brolin and a truly unhinged Pedro Pascal. Is this the most chaotic, boundary-pushing satire of the year… or did it fumble the bag completely? We debate if it’s genius or just trying way too hard. BRING HER BACK (2025) – A24’s latest mind-bender with Sally Hawkins and a creepy kid who might not be what she seems. Slow-burn psychological horror or pretentious nonsense? We break down the twists and whether it earns its devastating final shot. THE SHINING (1...

This week Nick and Derral face the horror that somehow actually happened in 2025: a big-budget Rumpelstiltskin remake that turns the name-spinning imp into a full-on slasher nightmare. Is the 2025 version unhinged genius or the most cursed fairy-tale reboot of all time? We’re still processing. Then we revisit989 M. Night Shyamalan’s claustrophobic end-of-the-world thriller Knock at the Cabin—does it hold up two years later? Finally, we celebrate the 20th anniversary(!!) of James Gunn’s gooey masterpiece Slither, because nothing says “holiday season” like parasitic space slugs. Expect rants, laughs, and at least one of us yelling “WHY did they remak...

In "29 Neibolt Street," Welcome to Derry cranks up the terror as Pennywise the Dancing Clown finally struts into full view, courtesy of Bill Skarsgård's chilling return. The episode dives deep into the sewers beneath Derry, where ancient lore unfolds.

Meanwhile, young Lilly rallies her ragtag crew—including a hallucinatory "survivor" Matty—to rescue their pal Phil from the depths, only to stumble into a nightmare of personal demons and impostor twists. Dick Hallorann grapples with his "shining" gone haywire, unlocking ghostly portals that blur the line between the living and the dead, while the milit...

In this conversation, Nick and Derral delve into the first four episodes of the series set in Derry, exploring character dynamics, plot developments, and the overarching themes of horror and violence. They discuss the significance of Pennywise, connections to Stephen King's universe, and fan theories, while also sharing their predictions for future episodes. The dialogue is rich with insights into the narrative techniques and cultural references that enhance the viewer's experience. Derry, Pennywise, Stephen King, horror, The Shining, character development, fan theories, violence, narrative techniques, TV series