Jessica & Nicole are THRILLED to be back for what we know will be an even better season—packed with more thrills, chills, laughs, of course, boos and buds! To kick things off, we’re diving into the uncanny world of DOLLS! From their eerie human-like features to their deep-rooted presence in horror, we explore poppets, child star syndrome, the fascinating (and sometimes unsettling) world of puppeteering, and so much more.

Telepathic sasquatch, planned obsolescence, group hallucinations, and more! Join Jess and Nicole for our bonus episode, as we thrash out the 1984 film Gremlins!  Grab your booze and your bud and let’s get started!

Would you rather die with them, or die for them? Why is cannabis always the bad guy? Will Jess ever go to a haunted house with Nicole? How much blood can one human lose before passing out? And McKamey Manor: a survival horror event, or just survival torture? Jess & Nicole tackle these chilling questions (and maybe even answer a few) in our Season 1 finale: Cabin in the Woods: Bud Corner.

Join Jess & Nicole for Part 2 of their dissection of Cabin in the Woods. Finally the Merman! And ohhhhh so many Tropes (America saves the day, anyone can die, asshole victim . . . ). We also contemplate whether or not it’s finally time to ”wipe the slate clean” and get rid of humans, Jess spouts blasphemy, we enjoy the ”Little Acorn” song and the circle of friendship, and Nicole has some unfortunate old-news about Joss Whedon. Cannabis saves the day, and SO much more!  So grab some booze, and your bud, and let’s get into it!

Nic is SO EXCITED for this one! Join Nic & Jess for Part 1 of Cabin in the Woods. We dive into the 5 horror archetypes, Steve & Gary as the Everyman, capitalism, and Jess’s budding interest in communism. We explore how history is shaped by who writes it, the "fun" and "joy" of patriarchal systems, the growing debate over AI art, and Nic’s personal favorite: The Whiteboard. . . and so much more! So grab some booze, and your bud, and let's get into it! Credits:Theme song written by Levi Guth & Max Neal. Music and sound editing, mixing, and mastering by Max Neal. Hear more from Max at Zelzedian Music.

You survived the horror and made it to Bud Corner! Join Jess & Nic as they slash through the remaining morsels of Scream & Scary Movie. We hope you're entertained, informed, and truly terrified! If you enjoy what you hear, please leave us a five-star review and follow our podcast on your platform of choice. For more 420 inspired content, follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @boosandbuds (spell it). If you have any terrifying tales you'd like to share, dm or email us at [email protected]. Cheers, buds!  Theme song written by Levi Guth & Max Neal. Music and sound editing, mixing, and mastering by Max Neal. Hear more by Max at Zelzedian Music.

Wassssuuuuuuuuup! Join Nic & Jess for Part 2 of Tropeface, where we dive into the outrageous world of Scary Movie! This hilarious parody brings a fresh twist to horror tropes, tackling everything from jump scares to iconic killers with a refreshing comedic edge. We’ll dive into the film's clever (and sometimes absurd) commentary on horror clichés, the Wayans Brother's thoughts and feelings about the franchise being taken away from them, and how comedy has evolved since the early 2000s . . . THANK GOD. Grab some booze, and your bud, and let’s have dissect the absurdity of Scary Movie! Credits: Theme song written by Levi Guth & Max Neal. Music and sound editing, mixing, and mastering by Max Neal. Hear more from Max at Zelzedian Music.

Join us for part 1 of Tropeface, where Jess & Nicole discuss the classic horror movie Scream. We dive into the awesomeness of breaking the fourth wall, Drew Barrymore, Nicole's thoughts on acting in adult movies, and so much more!  So grab some booze, and your bud, and let's get into it! Credits: Theme song written by Levi Guth & Max Neal. Music and sound editing, mixing, and mastering by Max Neal. Hear more from Max at Zelzedian Music.

”Come to Daddy!” and join Jess & Nicole for Bud Corner! Where we light up and squeeze the remaining life out of Hellraiser. In this bonus episode we discuss Barker’s harrowing experience recovering from a coma, cousin Emily’s incredible artwork, Exploding Head Syndrome, Dark City, Jess’s wild dream, & terrifying shadow figures. It’s a high-flying journey through the eerie and surreal, so grab your favorite strain and join us for a chilling sesh you won’t forget!

Jess & Nicole continue their journey through Clive Barker’s dark world where the boundary between pain and pleasure evaporates. In Part 2, the duo explore Clive Barker’s role as a visual artist, discuss Hellraiser comic books, and unravel the mystery of the iconic puzzle box. Plus, they tackle the intriguing question: who is the real monster of the movie? Tune in for another deep dive into the macabre! Grab some booze, bring your bud, and let’s get into the gory details.