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Penn State Altoona faculty dissect 'The Conjuring' in latest podcast episode
Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies, released a new episode of their podcast, "Horror Joy" titled "Cop Horror: ' Se7en' and 'Memories of a Murder.'"
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September 22, 2025
ALTOONA, Pa. - Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies, have released a new episode of their "Horror Joy" podcast.
In the episode, the hosts delve into the 2013 haunted house film "The Conjuring," directed by James Wan. They explore the film's use of horror tropes, its connections to the Amityville Horror and its implications regarding Christian nationalism.
The episode also examines Ed and Lorraine Warren's roles, the significance of the basement as a metaphorical space and the conservative ideology underlying the movie. Along the way, they discuss the film's patient buildup of tension, the performance of masculinity, and the significance of games like hide and clap.
The hosts compare their reactions to the film upon rewatching it and analyze the movie's impact on the horror genre.
The full episode can be accessed on podcast providers or on Red Circle. Learn more about the "Horror Joy" podcast online.
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