About
Podcast Overview
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 film and Sarah’s feminist and pop culture insights, 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.
The Hosts
Kellie Nicole Hill
Kellie is a techie and AI enthusiast with a BA in Film Studies and an MS in Human-Computer Interaction. She shares her life in Auburn with her fiancé, Nirvan, and their pets (including her beloved cat, Madge). Outside of podcasting, she enjoys playing video games and rewatching episodes of comfort shows she has seen a hundred times. Her passion for cosplay has led her to view every day as Halloween, and she is a frequent attendee of conventions like SDCC.
As the co-host of Final Girls, Kellie delves into the nuances of the long-standing horror trope, blending her academic background with a deep passion for the genre. She will happily discuss good movies, bad movies, or anything in between.
Sarah Spurlock Hill
Sarah is a writer, artist, and dancer in Los Angeles. She isn’t a film scholar, but she’s entertained by nearly anything and always has something to say. Her work has appeared in The Hollywood Reporter, New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Sunset Magazine, Architectural Digest, and many more outlets. Her witchcraft zines are sold at HausWitch in Salem, Massachusetts.
When she’s not watching her favorite Final Girls slice and dice their way to the end credits, Sarah is reading, pole dancing, re-watching The Office, collecting vinyl with her husband Eric (Kellie’s brother), and snuggling her three-legged cat Plisken.