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Final Girls

Final Girls

By: Sarah Spurlock and Kellie Nicole Hill
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Final Girls is a dynamic podcast that dives deep into the world of horror by examining one iconic final girl per episode. Co-hosted by Kellie and Sarah—both UC Davis alumni with strong academic backgrounds—each installment dissects the tropes, triumphs, and challenges of these resilient characters. Drawing from Kellie’s expertise in Human-Computer Interaction and Film, and Sarah’s insights from History and Political Science, the show brings a unique blend of sharp analysis and genuine passion to every discussion. Each episode explores the final girl's journey in detail, from the creative escape scenes that have become cult favorites to the narrative complexities that define their battles against overwhelming odds. Final Girls celebrates the spirit of women who fight back, inviting listeners to rethink classic horror tropes and appreciate the empowering narratives that make these characters enduring cultural icons. This podcast is not only a must-listen for horror enthusiasts but also for anyone interested in the intersection of storytelling, gender, and cultural critique.Copyright 2025 Sarah Spurlock and Kellie Nicole Hill Art
Episodes
  • Dani from Midsommar
    Jun 18 2025

    Sometimes healing means burning it all down. For our summer Solstice episode, we’re not going it alone. This is our very first episode with guests, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome our friends Cory and Rossa from Broomsticks and Bloodshed to the pod! Together, we step into the sun-drenched nightmare of Midsommar (2019), where grief blooms into ritual and heartbreak transforms into something far more powerful.

    We unpack Dani’s earthy catharsis, the film’s lush, unsettling symbolism, and how creepy cult aesthetics make Midsommar one of the most haunting (and unfinished) modern Final Girl arcs.

    Broomsticks and Bloodshed’s Instagram

    Broomsticks and Bloodshed’s Bluesky

    Broomsticks and Bloodshed’s Rosemary’s Baby episode

    Our Rosemary’s Baby episode

    Spoiler Warning: The flowers are blooming, the fires are burning, and the Midsommar spoilers are plentiful.

    If you’re loving Final Girls, leave us a rating or review, it helps more witches find the coven.

    Theme by Max Anson

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Jen from Revenge
    Jun 11 2025

    Jen starts Revenge (2017) as the sexy, sidelined girlfriend, only to rise reborn in blood as one of the most viscerally unhinged Final Girls of the last decade. This week, we delve into the Final Girl journey in Coralie Fargeat’s neon-drenched takedown of the male gaze, Jen’s brutal transformation from victim to avenger, and why this film is a must-watch for fans of rage, resilience, and very creative use of a beer can.

    We’re talking trauma, body horror, and full-throttle survival in the desert—with enough symbolism and guts to keep your head spinning and your stomach clenched.

    CONTENT NOTE: We discuss a scene of SA from the film.

    Link to No Bodies’ Good 4 Her: Femme Revenge Films Part 1

    Link to No Bodies’ Good 4 Her: Femme Revenge Films Part 2

    Unfortunately, the app we referred to is no longer available, but you can find a similar one here.

    Spoiler Warning: This episode contains Revenge spoilers, graphic content, and one awesome Phoenix.

    If you’re loving Final Girls, leave us a rating or review—it helps more rage-filled angels find the pod.

    Theme by Max Anson

    Visit us at www.final-girls.com

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    57 mins
  • Sarah from The Craft
    Jun 4 2025

    SARAH'S BIRTHDAY EPISODE! New girl Sarah Bailey is giving peak 90s witchcore: plaid skirts, trauma, magical powers, and a deep desire to belong. But once she finds her coven, things go from light-as-a-feather to dark-as-hell. This week on Final Girls, we revisit the iconic teen witch masterpiece that made every girl want to call the corners. We explore Sarah’s natural witch power, her refusal to be manipulated, and how The Craft captured the messy magic of sisterhood, light and dark magic, and goth rebellion.

    Spoiler Warning: There’s magic in these spoilers—handle with care.

    If you’re loving Final Girls, leave us a rating or review—it helps more weirdos in black lipstick find their way home.

    Theme by Max Anson

    Visit us at www.final-girls.com

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    56 mins
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