S4 Episode 4 The Fog "Curse of the Marrying Priest"

How is it that the descendant of a Catholic Priest is also a Catholic Priest? Aren’t there rules against this sort of thing? That’s just one of the many mysteries we unravel as the Popped crew, joined by special guest Susan Wilde, dives into the chilling mists of John Carpenter’s 1980 horror classic, THE FOG.

Set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of Northern California’s bay towns, The Fog introduces us to a supernatural phenomenon that brings more than just low visibility—it brings death. As the eerie mist rolls in, so do vengeful spirits, and the townsfolk must confront the dark secrets of their past.

One of the film’s most intriguing puzzles: How does a Catholic priest end up being descended from another priest? We tackle this theological head-scratcher, exploring the film’s playful approach to religious lore and the rules that are bent (or broken) for the sake of storytelling.

Did John Carpenter really strike gold twice, following up Halloween with another horror hit? We discuss the film’s atmosphere, pacing, and Carpenter’s signature style. Is The Fog a worthy successor, or does it live in the shadow of its predecessor?

What We Loved (and What We Could Have Done Without)

The star-studded cast, including Jamie Lee Curtis and Janet Leigh—two generations of scream queens.
The film’s moody score and practical effects, which still hold up decades later.
Moments that dragged or felt unnecessary—what could have been trimmed for a tighter experience?

We share our connections to Janet Leigh, discuss her legacy, and point out subtle details and Easter eggs that even seasoned fans might have missed. Did you catch that blink-and-you’ll-miss-it cameo? We did!

After dissecting the film’s scares, story, and style, we each give our official POPPED ratings. Is The Fog a must-watch for horror fans, or just a hazy memory from the past?

JOIN US, IF YOU DARE!

We’ll be there soon, pounding on your door, standing in a fog, just waiting for you to walk outside so we can… ask if you know our Lord and Saviour, John Carpenter.

Tune in to the latest episode of Popped for all this and more as we shine a light through the mist and uncover the secrets of THE FOG.

Music

Things That Live
In the Cellar
by Geoff Harvey

Scary Ambience 1
by Xtreme Freddy

Horror Music for
Your Videos
by Teles 50

Breaking News in 
2029
by Pixabay

Midnight in the
Chapel
by Geoff Harvey

Everything Feels New
by Evgeny Bardyuzha

French Jazz Music
by William King

Award Ceremony
and triumphant
Anthem
by Studio Kolumna

Fun Disco
by Musictown

Dark Magic Music
by Onetent