Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
Ruined is a weekly movie podcast in which horror aficionado Halle Kiefer unpacks a different spooky film for her squeamish friend and co-host, Alison Leiby, who can’t stomach watching horror herself, but is dying to know the twists. Every week the hosts "ruin" a horror movie, from slashers to home invasions, creature features to the supernatural, they cover it all! Horror fans, scaredy cats, and film buffs are all welcome. Listen to new episodes of Ruined every Tuesday.
Episodes
- The Lodge
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss "The Lodge" in this episode. They describe a cozy night in with a gas heater. Learn more about their ad choices and visit megaphone.fm/adchoices.
- Backcountry
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie Backcountry. They discuss the central conflict of choosing between a man or a bear.
- Quarantine
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the movie Quarantine. They are surprised to find no homemade banana bread in the film.
- Cold Skin
In this episode of Ruined, Halle and Alison discuss the movie "Cold Skin." They talk about the film, which features shark people.
- The Purge: Election Year
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss The Purge: Election Year. They accompany you to the polls in this episode.
- The Hand
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss separations in this episode of "Ruined." They cover both marriage and body part separations, as they review the film "The Hand."
- The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the movie The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This episode is from the podcast Ruined.
- Daddy's Head
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the topic of "Daddy's Head" in this episode. The hosts explore the subject within the podcast's format.
- Rosemary's Baby
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the horror film Rosemary's Baby, exploring themes of pregnancy and marriage in this episode of Ruined. They analyze the movie's portrayal of a woman's experiences.
- Body Parts
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie "Body Parts," exploring its nightmare scenario. The hosts discuss the frightening aspects of the film.
- Cabin Fever
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss Eli Roth's Cabin Fever (2002). They recount the experiences of college students on a weekend getaway.
- Phone Booth
Halle and Alison ruined the movie Phone Booth. They figure out what the hell the guy on the other end of the line wants in a reverse Ruined of Phone Booth.
- Funny Games
Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer discuss Michael Haneke's 2007 Funny Games remake. They analyze the home invasion film and apply their comedy writing skills.
- The Mothman Prophecies
Halle and Alison ruin The Mothman Prophecies, exploring the Mothman and its message. They discuss the creature's red eyes and what it might be trying to communicate.
- The Visit
In this episode of Ruined, Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer discuss M. Night Shyamalan's film The Visit. They explore the question of whether little kids or old people are scarier.
- Compliance
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie Compliance. They discuss phone calls and fast food.
- Ready or Not
Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer review the movie "Ready or Not." They discuss being broke, single, and dead.
- The Caller
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie "The Caller". They answer a phone call from the past about the film.
- Candyman
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the original Candyman film, focusing on the dangers of grad school research. They attempt to summon Candyman during the episode.
- When A Stranger Calls (1979)
Halle and Alison discuss the 1979 film "When A Stranger Calls." They share their thoughts on the movie.
- Paranormal Activity
Halle and Alison begin "Haunted House" month by discussing the film Paranormal Activity. They cover the found footage classic.
- Borderline
Halle and Alison discuss the pop star nightmare in the episode "Borderline." They head to the Hollywood Hills for their discussion.
- Cabin In The Woods
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the movie Cabin In The Woods. They explore general aspects of the cabin featured in the movie.
- Bone Lake
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the film Bone Lake. They elaborate on the games that couples play in the film.
- Old
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the M. Night Shyamalan film Old. This episode was recorded live in August 2021.
- Significant Other
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie Significant Other. They talk about the film in this episode.
- The Blair Witch Project
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin The Blair Witch Project. They discuss the movie in this episode.
- Warm Bodies
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin Warm Bodies. They discuss zombie love and airport life.
- The Exorcist
Halle and Alison discuss The Exorcist. They talk about Captain Howdy and split pea soup in relation to the film.
- The Dunwich Horror
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss "The Dunwich Horror," focusing on themes of magic, monsters, and men with mustaches. This episode is part of the podcast Ruined.
- Ma
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the high school revenge movie "Ma". This episode is from the podcast Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer.
- Slither
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie Slither. They discuss the plot where an alien asteroid hits a small town causing disruption.
- Poltergeist
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the horror classic, Poltergeist. They discuss screen time and real estate development.
- The Howling
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby review the movie "The Howling." They discuss the film which involves a werewolf wellness retreat.
- Halloween
Halle and Alison discuss the original Halloween, focusing on Michael Myers. This episode is from the podcast Ruined with Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer.
- Shivers
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the movie Shivers. The hosts visit a wet apartment complex to ruin the film for their podcast, Ruined.
- Us
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby review the movie Us. They discuss how the film portrays family gatherings as potentially dangerous.
- Wish Upon
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie Wish Upon, focusing on the lesson of not opening a mystery box. The episode explores the film's plot and themes.
- Children of the Corn
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the film "Children of the Corn." They explore the concept of children attempting to run their own society as depicted in the movie.
- Se7en
Halle and Alison discuss the movie Se7en. They explore the deadly sins portrayed in the film.
- Orphan
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby review the horror film Orphan. They discuss the main character's planning and shopping habits.
- Rabid Grannies
Halle and Alison review the movie Rabid Grannies. They discuss various topics including smoking gifts, family fights, and teal goo.
- The Ring
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss "The Ring," focusing on its portrayal of horror and the iconic character. The episode explores the film's themes and its impact on the hosts.
- Demons (1985)
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss and "ruin" the 1985 film Demons. They delve into the plot and elements of the horror movie.
- Malignant LIVE
In this live episode of Ruined, hosts Halle and Alison discuss the movie Malignant. They share their thoughts on the film and a character named Gabriel.
- Frankenhooker
Alison Leiby and Halle Kiefer ruin the movie Frankenhooker. They discuss the film's plot and characters.
- Madman (1981)
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the 1981 movie Madman. This is a review of the film.
- I Spit on Your Grave (1978)
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby discuss the 1978 film I Spit on Your Grave. The episode focuses on their "ruining" of the movie.
- The Boy
Halle Kiefer and Alison Leiby ruin the movie "The Boy." They discuss themes related to nannying a porcelain child.
- The Poughkeepsie Tapes
Halle and Alison discuss the film The Poughkeepsie Tapes. They provide commentary on the brutality and cruelty depicted in the movie.