General Witchfinders
By Ross Cleaver, Jon Pountney, James Randall
General Witchfinders: A British Horror Podcast.
Britain… An ancient kingdom with legends of violence, cruelty and torment in it’s blood.
Join your podcast hosts: Ross, Jon and James, as they bravely tread where few would dare.
Witness their journey into the horrific history of British horror.
Three friends delve into the darker corners of British entertainment, from the iconic Hammer films to the haunting tales of #BigChrisLee's Dracula and the enigmatic Quatermass. United by a shared love for comedy, sci-fi, and horror, Ross and James solidified their friendship during their youth. Red Dwarf, Star Trek, and any eerie narratives they could find became their refuge in the wasteland of early-90s television. Ross's time at art school in Cardiff brought him into Jon's orbit, and two became three.
Years later, as Jon found himself restless during lockdown, a reckless idea took hold: a horror podcast dedicated to rediscovering overlooked British treasures. To their surprise, after over 40 episodes, they're still at it. General Witchfinders, the number one Podcast (in Finland, for 'Film History', for one week), has become a haven for enthusiasts of the macabre, where cherished memories and forgotten classics are brought back to life, all with a splash of 'moronic prattle'.
They are…THE GENERAL WITCHFINDERS
Visit our website for links and merchandise: www.generalwitchfinders.com
General Witchfinders also has a side podcast called FOLK IN HELL, where they watch and review folk horror films from around the world.
Inspired by a brilliant documentary:
WOODLANDS DARK AND DAYS BEWITCHED(Available on shudder)
www.woodlandsdarkanddaysbewitched.com
Reviews:
“Really entertaining and insightful. About half a dozen episodes done so far, and all on horror/supernatural things I personally love and wanted to hear more about. Lots of new facts and just downright entertaining takedowns. Great work.” - 5 Stars *****
“If you’re looking for a fun chat about vintage British horror and sci-fi, then this is the podcast for you.” - 5 Stars *****
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Latest episode
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51 - Captain Kronos – Vampire Hunter
Cronut -
50 - Doctor Who - The Dæmons
Masterful -
49 - Robert Aickman's - Ringing the Changes
The bells and ringing out for Christmas day -
48 - The House that Dripped blood
Riding the Wall of Death on a motorcycle with a toothless lion in the sidecar -
47 - Inside Number 9 - The Devil of Christmas
Prince sings Pertwee -
46 - The Survivor (based on the James Herbert Novel)
Crude -
45 - Frankenstein and the Monster From Hell
Stop. Look. And Listen -
44b - Nigel Kneale's Beasts - During Barty's Party
Late Night Love -
44a - Nigel Kneale's Beasts - The Dummy
The exhausted biology of Kloof Swift -
43 - 28 Days Later
Rage said Fred