Beste Viggy Parr Hampton Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 112 - Viggy Parr Hampton: "The Waiting Mortuary" 55:21

17d ago55:21

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Georgia author Viggy Parr Hampton discovered that the best way to find the satisfyingly scary horror stories she craved was to write them herself. She's just published her second novel, Much Too Vulgar, which has been described by Ronald Malfi, bestselling author of Small Town Horror as “A brash, unapologetic, and often funny novel with a delightfu…

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Honey and a Biscuit Episode 1- Viggy Parr Hampton 1:05:26

26d ago1:05:26

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R. Jacob Honeybrook and The Biscuit interview Viggy Parr Hampton on her latest book - Much Too Vulgar and discuss her writing style, technique, and more. Check out Viggy's website: https://viggyhampton.com/ Pre-order Much Too Vulgar HERE Follow her on Instagram: @viggyparrhamptonVon R. Jacob Honeybrook

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Skull Session 111 with Viggy Parr Hampton 25:42

30d ago25:42

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Alligators! Disturbed pre-med students! Psychological terror gallows humor, and revenge fantasy. It's par for the course in this interview! Check out Viggy's podcast Horror, Humor, and Hunger on Apple podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... If you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/20…

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Skull Session 115 with Will Murray 38:24

18h ago38:24

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Will Murray and I discuss his long and varied career writing for Marvel Comics and several famous magazines. He brought to life classics of the pulp age like The Shadow, The Spider, and Doc Savage (many of whose creators he personally met) and continued the legacy of one of my all-time favorites, HP Lovecraft. Including a few insights about Lovecra…

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Episode 114 - Janis Hubschman: "Please See Me" 1:11:09

3d ago1:11:09

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The women who populate Take Me With You Next Time (Betty Books), New Jersey author Janis Hubschman's debut story collection, are energetic, athletic, and commanding presences who find themselves on terrain that challenges not only their bodies, but their hearts and minds, too. We read "Please See Me," which was first published in Chautauqua Journal…

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Skull Session 114 with Rob Cinami 45:53

8d ago45:53

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Independent comic books. Doom metal. Cthulhu! Shoggoths! Azazgoth! The world of HP Lovecraft has had a massive influence on us all! Rob Cinami and I discuss the book he's had brewing in his head for years and how COVID forced random stabs at the genre to coalesce into a graphic novel. Check out the first release here! https://www.amazon.com/Pale-Du…

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Episode 113 - Tara Isabel Zambrano: Ruined a Little When We Are Born 49:53

10d ago49:53

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Author Tara Isabel Zambrano is an electrical engineer by day, where she relies on her left brain in designing semiconductors. She balances that by ensuring that her right brain gets time to do some playing - particularly in the form of writing fiction. Of her new collection Ruined a Little When We Are Born (Dzanc Books), Laura Picklesimer, author o…

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Skull Session 113 with Charles Howard 30:41

11d ago30:41

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Stephen King! Comic books! Hp Lovecraft! Animator Charles Howard and I talk about his love for Cosmic Horror, how to be inspired by the Cthulhu mythos without actually ripping off the work of HP Lovecraft, and his day job as an animator for cool projects like Bill Burr's "F is for Family". If you want to support me and help give light to indie auth…

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Skull Session 112 with Brandon Rhiness 46:01

15d ago46:01

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Horror Films! Slasher novels! Weird and fantastical indie comics! Brandon Rhiness has put out a ton of work. Hailing from up from the frozen north like fellow horror auteur David Cronenberg, something about those cold climes and frozen wastelands seems to bring out a dark side that the Canadians, ever cheerful, manage to twist into humor! We discus…

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The Namaste Slasher with Alan Shivers 34:19

18d ago34:19

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In one year, Alan Shivers went from an unknown author to an indie bestseller multiple times over. His newest release, The Namaste Slasher, combines queer representation, mental health awareness, and campy, 90’s-slasher vibes. Fueled by nostalgia and a knack for community building, Alan is a force to be reckoned with. Join us as we discuss his four …

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Episode 111 - Amy Stuber: "Dick Cheney Was Not My Father" 56:20

24d ago56:20

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Don't be misled by the title of Amy Stuber's debut collection SAD GROWNUPS (Stillhouse Press). It's full of humor. "The stories in SAD GROWNUPS are masterful. At turns funny, insightful, and wise. I couldn't stop reading." - Cara Blue Adams, author of YOU NEVER GET IT BACK. We read a story that was first published in The Common: "Dick Cheney Was No…

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Episode 110 - Kirti Bhadresa: "In a Name" 1:03:01

1M ago1:03:01

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Canadian author Kirti Bhadresa was born in Red Deer, Alberta to Indian parents who had travelled far and wide before settling there. In her debut collection An Astonishment of Stars, she honors the lives of women - sisters, wives and mothers - who are caught between two worlds. ECW Press has graciously permitted us to share an excerpt from "In a Na…

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Skull Session 110 wit JG Faherty 37:21

1M ago37:21

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JG Faherty is the Bram Stoker Award®- and ITW Thriller Award-nominated author of 8 novels, 10 novellas, and more than 75 short stories. He writes adult and YA horror/sci-fi/fantasy, and his works range from quiet, dark suspense to over-the-top comic gruesomeness. His varied professional career includes working as a resume writer, laboratory manager…

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Episode 109 - Meg Pokrass: Six Stories From FIRST LAW OF HOLES 1:06:37

1M ago1:06:37

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In the fourteen years author Meg Pokrass has been writing flash, she has established herself as a key figure in the world of flash fiction. First Law of Holes, her newly-released volume of new and collected stories, represents the astonishing wealth of creativity generated during those years. Meg reads six of the stories from her collection. https:…

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Season 6 Teaser: Much Too Vulgar + R. Jacob Honeybrook! 45:43

1M ago45:43

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Woohoo! Instead of a tiny, 30-second teaser for season 6, you get a complete, full-length episode! Today, I’m joined by special guest and fellow author, R. Jacob Honeybrook. His latest book, WHEN WE ONCE LOVED, is available now on Amazon. In this episode, we talk all about writing horror, releasing books, and, of course, reading! Find everything yo…

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Skull Session 109 with Roy M Griffis 40:43

1M ago40:43

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Cthulhu! Lovecraft! Cosmic horror! Dark Comedy! The sleazier side of Hollywood! Roy Griffis and I sit down for a conversation about his sucessful comedic Lovecraft-influenced cosmic horror novels, his stint as a screenwriter in Hollywood, and what makes for a good story. We cover authors like Stephen King, both his strengths and weaknesses, adaptio…

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Episode 108 - Hollay Ghadery: Three Stories from WIDOW FANTASIES 55:13

1M ago55:13

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The flash stories in Canadian author Hollay Ghadery's debut collection Widow Fantasies are like portrait miniatures, capturing essential moments in the lives of each character with laser-like focus and clarity. We read three stories from the book: "Tarot of St. Petersburg," Audience as Patio Furniture," and "Tennis Whites." https://www.hollayghader…

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Skull Session 108 with Jonathan Butcher 24:02

2M ago24:02

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Reanimated corpses, necrophilia, and cosmic horror are just some of the things Jonathan and I talk about in my podcast's latest episode! How far is too far? What is pushing the boundaries but not overstepping and revolting your audience? How can you delve into some of the grislier aspects of horror storytelling, without venturing into exploitation?…

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Episode 107 - Kathryn Mockler: Four Stories from ANECDOTES 54:30

2M ago54:30

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There's a lot on Canadian author Kathryn Mockler's mind when it comes to what sorts of things the future might hold. In her hybrid collection Anecdotes (Book*hug Press), she channels her anxiety about the planet into bold, original, and surprisingly humorous works that take aim at the indifference surrounding us in these perilous times. We read fou…

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Skull Session 107 with B.C. Hollywood 25:31

2M ago25:31

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Ireland caught up in a zombie apocalypse! Splatterpunkk! Gore! Unlikely heroes! B.C. Hollywood and I discuss his ongoing Irish Apocalypse series and his progression as an artist and writer. Building off the rich lore of his home country of Ireland, B.C., weaves it all into a unique take on the horror genre. If you want to support me and help give l…

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Episode 106 - Claire Carroll: "My Two Sons" 1:01:19

2M ago1:01:19

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UK author Claire Carroll is the daughter of a zoologist, which is no surprise given the ways in which her reverence for the natural world figures largely in her fiction. She brings a daring imagination and a dark humor to the stories in her debut collection The Unreliable Nature Writer (Scratch Books), which examine the fragile relationship between…

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Skull Session 106 with Thomas Clark 44:34

2M ago44:34

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Werewolves! Vampires! folk Horror! Award-winning author Thomas Clark and I discuss his upcoming graphic novel, the real meaning of famous movies, and his bevy of released work. A true auteur, this well-liked and respected author discusses how he brought a down-home, folk horror element to life in his work. If you want to support me and help give li…

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Episode 105 - Nick Rees Gardner: "Psychedelicious" 1:03:50

2M ago1:03:50

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In his linked story collection Delinquents and Other Escape Attempts, Washington DC author Nick Rees Gardner has created a fictional landscape inspired by his hometown of Mansfield, Ohio - which he has affectionately dubbed "Westinghouse." But it's not a rose-tinted homage. Nick's personal experience of the opioid crisis that grew out of the econom…

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dRead Con Canada: Inside an Upcoming Dark Fiction Literary Festival! 31:12

2M ago31:12

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Bonus episode!! In this segment, I have the wonderful privilege of speaking with the folks of dRead Con Canada, Canada’s very first dark fiction literary festival. Whether you’re a reader interested in meeting authors, an author looking to connect with readers and other authors, or someone who just wants a place where you can let all your awesome w…

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Skull Session 105 with Max D. Stanton 34:20

2M ago34:20

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Max and I talk about his cool new zombie concept (and believe me, it's hard to come up with something new zombie-related). Zombies are essentially shackled and muted so they can be put to use on menial tasks, but of course, everything has a dark downside! At first, this concept reminded me of the movie Fido,, but it turned out the application and p…

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Episode 104 - John Sheirer: "Security" 1:06:26

2M ago1:06:26

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In his collection Stumbling Through Adulthood, Massachusetts author John Sheirer pays homage to folks like the ones he got to know while growing up in rural Pennsylvania. He creates indelible portraits of the unsung heroes of small town America - simple folk who time and again prove that "simple" is simply a matter of opinion. We read "Security," w…

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Skull Session 104 with Daniel Gindlesperger 36:42

3M ago36:42

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Dan and I discuss his horror books, Clive Barker, and Steven King, and what makes a good horror story. We reminisce a little about the old days of horror, the strengths of good old-fashioned storytelling, and how to move on from that era. If you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058263/suppor…

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Episode 103 - Kolby Granville and After Dinner Conversation: "Father Dale's Drive-thru Exorcisms" 1:16:37

3M ago1:16:37

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Kolby Granville, Founder and Editor of After Dinner Conversation: Philosophy and Ethics Short Story Magazine shares his thoughts and ideas about publishing a periodical, using fiction to explore ethical principals and philosophical concepts, and elevating popular culture. We read a story from the magazine: "Father Dale's Drive-thru Exorcisms" by Vi…

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Skull Session 103 with Nikolas Robinson 33:20

3M ago33:20

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Nikolas and I discuss our shared love of cosmic horror, what he has out now, and what he has coming down the pike! Along the way we also discuss a bit about his artistic journey, and how that developed into bigger publishers and wider exposure. If you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058263/…

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Episode 102 - Timothy Laurence Marsh: "The Perfect Paris Day" 1:09:42

3M ago1:09:42

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Author Timothy Laurence Marsh's coastal Southern California home town set the stage for his entering college on a tennis scholarship, where he began pursuing a career in law enforcement. But an elective course in creative writing put him on a very different path. We discuss his forthcoming story collection My Mother Fires Guns, and read "The Perfec…

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Skull Session 102 with Edward Davis 43:13

3M ago43:13

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Corrupter author Edward Davis and I discuss his comic and the Kickstarter campaign he's running! It's an indie comic book, and we talk about promotion, working outside of the major players like Marvel Comics, and DC Comics, how to acquire a talented comic-book artist and indie publishing. Support him here http://kck.st/4bS7mgN If you want to suppor…

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Episode 101 - Eufemia Fantetti: "A Recipe For Disaster" 1:09:16

3M ago1:09:16

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Toronto author Eufemia Fantetti is the child of Italian immigrants who emigrated to Canada in the sixties. In her story collection A Recipe for Disaster & Other Unlikely Tales of Love (Mother Tongue), she responds to the ways in which cultural beliefs and traditions effect the lives of generations struggling to adapt in their new and strikingly dif…

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Skull Session 101 with Aaron Wroblewski 36:23

3M ago36:23

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Aaron and I discussed his new Kickstarter campaign for the latest issue of his dystopian comic, what's wrong with the major streaming services, and why people should support indie projects. I even did an alternative cover for his latest indie comic book project, Amor Patris, and he's helped me substantially with the Kickstarter campaign for my book…

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Episode 100 - Aaron Kreuter: "The Krasners" 1:07:32

3M ago1:07:32

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In Toronto author Aaron Kreuter's linked story collection Rubble Children, he's provided a stirring and provocative portrait of a Jewish community in Toronto struggling with the difficult choices they must face as their core beliefs are called into question. Palestinian-Canadian author Saeed Teebi, author of Her First Palestinian, is the guest inte…

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Skull Session 100 with Brandon Hill 29:07

4M ago29:07

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In our historic 100th episode, Brandon Hill discusses his Wild Space Saga, how a partnership with British writer Terence Pegasus transitioned into a self-published comic, and how that all became an ongoing book series that saw a re-release by 4 Horsemen Publications. All from a love of online gaming that led to a mutual desire to create an alternat…

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Episode 99 - Nicola Winstanley: "Feeling in the Flesh" 1:04:13

4M ago1:04:13

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Award-winning Ontario children's book author Nicola Winstanley has recently published a collection of fiction - this time for grownups. Smoke (Buckrider Books) is a linked story collection. It follows the path of a resilient woman from her rocky New Zealand childhood to her life as a professional living in Ontario, Canada. Nathan Whitlock, author o…

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Skull Session 99 with Emmett Loverde 42:10

4M ago42:10

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Emmett discusses independent filmmaking with me, the trials and tribulations involved, and his new horror movie "Without A Name". The pros and cons of self-promotion, trying to break into the world of cinema on a very limited budget, and using local businesses to promote your work, while trying to navigate all the pitfalls, are all touched on. Is i…

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Hungry Yet? Try This Carnival Cake! 13:51

4M ago13:51

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Are you hungry? It’s time to feed you! Recipe creator extraordinaire Becky Parr created this Carnival Cake, inspired by my novel A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS! It’s set in an abandoned theme park, so the ingredients reflect all the flavors of carnival goodies. Enjoy! INGREDIENTS Cake 1 box french vanilla cake mix (I like Duncan Hines) 1 5.25 oz packa…

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Skull Session 98 with Scott Blasingame 36:24

4M ago36:24

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Scott and I discuss writing techniques, the genius of Neil Gaiman and Cormac McCarthy, when eighties metal bands ruled the world, and what makes a good story. If you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058263/support and give what you can! All my social media links- https://linktr.ee/DanHenk Su…

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Skull Session 97 with Jim Krueger 55:01

4M ago55:01

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Jim Krueger (which he tells me bears no relation to Freddy Krueger), talks with me about his past work for Marvel Comics and DC Comics, and his current project with Steve Aoki, the popular personality and innovative artist out of California. If you want to support me and help give light to indie authors, go to https://www.buzzsprout.com/2058263/sup…

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Chilling Chats with Cryptmaster Chucky: Paranormal Pursuits, Celebrity Horror Picks, and Vampire Vacations 40:34

4M ago40:34

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In this episode, jack-of-all-horror-trades Charles F. Rosenay!!!, also known as Cryptmaster Chucky, joins me to talk about everything from paranormal investigations to celebrities' favorite horror to Vampire Vacations in Transylvania. Dracula Tour (Vampire Vacations): www.dractours.com Books: www.bookoftop10horrorlists.com ; www.paranormalconnectic…

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Trauma, Horror, and Publishing with Novelist and Trauma Therapist Monique Asher 38:16

4M ago38:16

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In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Monique Asher, who is a trauma therapist by day and a horror novelist by night. Her debut novel, DON’T EAT THE PIE, will be released on September 24, 2024. Check out our discussion about everything from dealing with traumatic experiences to horror as catharsis to crafting realistic characters! DON’T EAT …

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Skull Session 96 with Joseph Mulak 45:15

4M ago45:15

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Canadian author Joseph and I talk about his new zombie book, and what makes a tired genre lively again. Ever since The Walking Dead brought the genre back to the forefront of mainstream popularity, the bar has continually raised. Does he manage to break it and craft his own vision? Check out his work and judge for yourself! If you want to support m…

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Fantasy Funerals: Navigating Life and Death with Jolene Blackbourn 27:29

5M ago27:29

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How would you feel if the Grim Reaper showed up at your funeral? Would you feel comforted to have a transporter for your soul? Would you be scared? If this interests you, then you just might want to plan your very own Fantasy Funeral. In this episode, special guest Jolene Blackbourn, an estate planning attorney and founder of Fantasy Funerals, disc…

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Skull Session 95 with Gerald Von Stoddard 56:25

5M ago56:25

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Me and Gerald discuss his upcoming comic Immortal Coil, another indie comic that is making serious inroads into a space formerly dominated by the majors. We also discuss the comic book industry, the rise and then creative breakaways from Marvel and DC Comics, and the art of storytelling as it relates to ever more creative independent projects. If y…

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"Can We Make This Curdle More?": Acclaimed Sound Designer Jeff Schmidt on Crafting Ominous Thrills 41:27

5M ago41:27

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Using sound to thrill and scare people is a true art form. In this episode, acclaimed sound designer Jeff Schmidt discusses how sound can elevate and liberate writing, the importance of chasing our creative passions, and his newest project, the audio horror anthology Ominous Thrill. Jeff Schmidt is the acclaimed sound designer behind the incredible…

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Skull Session 94 with Mark Richards 32:18

5M ago32:18

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Great interview with Mark Richards where we discuss illustration, where it all leads, and what he has going on. Previous veteran illustrator for bands like Pig Destroyer (in fact his illustration career was going so well he almost didn't enter tattooing, until another talented Mark convinced him to try it out). Now he works at The Tomb gallery in M…

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Whispers from Savannah: Hauntings that Inspired a Chilling Thriller with Brett and Crystal of the Scary Savannah and Beyond Podcast 38:30

5M ago38:30

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Did you know that Savannah is the Most Haunted City in America? For good reason, too! In this episode, I’m joined by Brett and Crystal of the Scary Savannah and Beyond Podcast to talk about some of the haunted history and terrifying experiences unique to Savannah! Connect with Brett and Crystal: https://www.scarysavannahandbeyond.com YouTube: https…

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Skull Session 93 with Liocifer 49:07

5M ago49:07

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Me and Liocifer discuss the old school tattoo days, when it was all bikers and outlaws, the evolution of the industry, working with Paul Booth, and what everything from horror to tattoos has progressed into now. A former artist at Fat Cat in Queens, he was a veteran on the scene by the time I initially moved to NYC in 1998, and the first of many ar…

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Jaws and Jokes: The Wild World of Alligators with Naturalist Shannon Matzke 43:48

5M ago43:48

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Let’s face it--most of us don’t know that much about alligators, and what we think we know (run in a zigzag because alligators are aggressive) is a myth. In this episode, we’re going to do some myth-busting with expert naturalist Shannon Matzke. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this! Fun links: https://news.ncsu.edu/2022/10/alligators-exposed-to-pf…

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