The Table Read

The Table Read 20 - Dan Zappulla This week's Table Read gets weird & dark. But that good kind of weird & dark only someone as fascinating and as versatile as Dan Zappulla - Voice Actor for the NoSleep Podcast, Calling Darkness, and Writer/Director/Producer for The Parker Podcast - could do! We discuss everything from the importance of psychological horror to the production woes of making a podcast all the way to existentialism, men's mental health, and a shared love of The Beatles. Dan's main website Dan's Twitter For more info on Dan's true crime drama podcast: "The Death Of Dr. John Parker" Follow Parker Podcast on Twitter Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more! Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2021 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 19 - N. M. Brown This week's Table Read brings us up close and personal with the Brighter Futures Suicide Hotlines creator: N. M. Brown. We talk about the conception of a viral and complex series in BFSH, her Christmas themed horrors, and the connection she has to a murderer and much, much more. Natalie's Facebook Page Natalie's Twitter Natalie's first standalone novel, "Origins Of Delusion" The first novella in the Brighter Futures Suicide Hotline Series   Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2021 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 18 - Marcus Damanda This week's Table Read brings us an important rule: Summer never loses. That's right, we're sitting down with one of The NoSleep Podcast's most beloved writers, Marcus Damanda. We talk about his early days, the trials and tribulations of teaching & writing during a pandemic, a deep dive into some of his favourite works featured on the podcast and, of course, the Summer series. Marcus' Facebook Page Marcus' Twitter. An in-depth look at Marcus' contributions to the podcast for your listening enjoyment. A list of Marcus' available novels on Amazon from Dearest Summer to Devils In The Dark.  Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 017 - Erika Sanderson This weeks Table Read has us sitting down with the woman of 1,000 voices, Erika Sanderson. We talk about her various roles on The NoSleep Podcast, roles in video games and Shadows At The Door. We discuss the merits of voice acting, the trials of versatility in horror and much more. Erika's IMDB Page Erika's website Erika's contributor page on The NoSleep Podcast website, detailing her works.  Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 16 - Wil Dalphin This week's Table Read takes us all the way back to the inception of the NoSleep Subreddit as we sit down with one of its first viral hit authors & Lily Madwhip creator, Wil Dalphin. We discuss the history of the subreddit, his featured stories on The NoSleep Podcast, writing serialised work vs one shots and more. The official wiki for Wil and all his works The Lily Madwhip Subreddit Wil's entire featured work on The NoSleep Podcast Wil's book "Don't Look Away" featuring 35 tales is available now on Amazon  Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 015 - Ryan Peacock This weeks Table Read has us talking to Spacegirl creator and NoSleep regular, HeadOfSpectre aka Ryan G. Peacock. We discuss our favourite Bond, unusual titling, looking beyond the norm of horror troupes and the importance of trying to write complex characters in horror.  Ryan's Reddit Account  Ryan's Subreddit  Ryan's story, "Why I Hate Lightning McQueen" as featured on The NoSleep Podcast  Ryan's story, "I Found God" as featured on The NoSleep Podcast  Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!  Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 014 - Hannah Butler This weeks Table Read is a last minute switcheroo but fortunately, we came prepared! We sit down with Shadows At The Door writer Hannah Butler. We discuss her story "Loose Ground" our shared love of J-Horror, Anime & Gaming, trans representation in horror, the art of the scare and much much more!  Hannah's Twitter  Trans Rights are Human Rights, learn more here  Mermaids UK  Trans Justice Funding Project  Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!  Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 013 - Mark Nixon This weeks Table Read has us tackling the Shadows at the door with its eponymous host and creator: Mark Nixon. We talk about the trials and tribulations of running a show, LGBTQ representation in horror, our love of David Ault, Doctor Who & much, much more.    The Shadows At The Door Podcast info on Stitcher    The Shadows At The Door Twitter    Shadows At The Door's Ko-Fi Link to help support Season 3 for as little as £3    Marks Twitter    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 012 - Christine Druga This week's Table Read has us talking with the head admin and "mom" of NoSleep and fellow writer, CMD102, aka Christine Druga. We discuss the history of the subreddit, being an admin/moderator, how the subreddit has changed alongside the growth and Hollywood attention, the complex rules, strangest stories and much more.   Chrissi's user page    Chrissi's Author Subreddit    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more.    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 11 - Rona Vaselaar This weeks Table Read take us through the ages of NoSleep and back with one of NoSleep's most wholesome individuals: SleepyHollow_101 aka Rona Mae Vaselaar! We discuss her horrifying Child Bride story, the collaboration with Manen Lyset "Lives here but doesn't pay rent" her multiple appearances on the NoSleep Podcast over the years, the strange familial practices involving death and much more!     Rona's user page    Rona's Facebook Author Page    Rona's many appearances in chronological order on the NoSleep Podcast!    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 010 - Manen Lyset On this weeks Table Read, we conjure the unholy visage of sock puppet connoisseur, propeller hat wearer and all-round wholesome author of several horrific tales, Manen Lyset. We discuss his extensive appearances on the NoSleep Podcast, turning the mundane into the horrifying and his children books. You’re sure to be both spooked and have a smile on your face.    Manen's Author Page    Manen's Amazon Page featuring the “Little Pumpkin” series    Manen’s Extensive list of NoSleep Podcast appearances    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 009 - MAX VOYNICH The Table Read gets experimental this week with NoSleep's resident strange fiction author constantly pushing the boundaries: Max Voynich. We discuss his meteoric rise over the last year, experimenting with formatting, styles and being featured on the NoSleep Podcast as well as a TON of inspiring writers you can check out to expand your own weird horror knowledge.    Max’s Subreddit with his entire back catalogue    Max’s feature on the NoSleep Podcast    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 008 - Hannah Costin The Table Read takes a trip to the dentist for monsters and picks up a tenancy survival guide in our talk with Hannah Costin, a.k.a. NewToTownJAM! We discuss her initial start, surge in success, the algorithm of NoSleeps posting, what it’s like to juggle multiple series in a shared universe and our love of dark documentaries..    Hannah’s Writing Subreddit  The Tenancy Survival Guide adaptation by Reddit Story Lady    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 07 - S. H. Cooper This week's Table Read is a fascinating sit down with Calling Darkness podcast co-creator, pioneer of the "Wholesome NoSleep" boom and all-round superb author S. H. Cooper. We discuss feminism in writing, the process of making a podcast, writers rights/fees, the difficulties of creating a show and the fun of making people sad cry! This entry is certified Horror & Wholesome.    Cooper's Author Page    Sarah's work and latest novel "All That's Fair" can be found here    The Calling Darkness Podcast    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 06 - Bonnie Quinn. This week's Table Read is a long conversation about D&D, folklore, gaming and all things delightfully nerd culture with one of my favourite campground owners in Fainting Goat aka Bonnie Quinn. We talk early life, not wanting to kill dragons, the inspiration, deep lore & future of the eponymous Campgrounds Series & more!  Bonnie's writing page can be found here and is HIGHLY recommended    Bonnie's Author Page    The first campgrounds novel "How To Survive Camping: The Man With No Shadow"    The Campgrounds Official Website    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 05 - Gemma Amor This weeks Table Read is a fascinating sit down with Bram Stoker Award Nominee, Calling Darkness co-creator, Voice Actor and NoSleep Podcast regular contributor Gemma Amor. We discuss everything from feminism in history to the treatment of women in the workplace, the recent outings of predators and creating safe spaces, feminism in literature, the inspiration behind Dear Laura and the importance of loving yourself when pouring your heart out into your work! This is a long edition of The Table Read, but one of the most wonderful chats we've ever had on the show. TRIGGER WARNING: DISCUSSIONS OF MENTAL HEALTH, CHILD ABUSE AND CHILD DEATH.    Gemma's Author Page    Gemma's Bram Stoker Award Nominee novella "Dear Laura"    The Calling Darkness Podcast    Gemma's NoSleep Podcast Work    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirne Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 004 - Laura Lee This weeks Table Read is a tell-all interview with the rapidly rising popular NoSleep Writer and purveyor of gruesome delights: HerCreation aka Laura Lee. We discuss the joy of 90's horror in Goosebumps and Are You Afraid Of The Dark, the process behind penning successful works in the Suicide Helper & Phobia series, LGBTQ & ASD inclusivity in writing, gross out horror and much, much more! TRIGGER WARNING: DISCUSSIONS OF SUICIDE & CHILD DEATH    Laura's writing page can be found here and is HIGHLY recommended    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirnen Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 03 - P.F. McGrail This weeks Table Read is a tell-all interview with perennial NoSleep author and the mind behind the hospital series; Byfels Disciple AKA Pat McGrail. We discuss his expansive story collection, the ideas behind the now famous hospital series and its complex rules, the importance of an unattractive protagonist, gross out horror and much, much more! TRIGGER WARNING: DISCUSSIONS OF SUICIDE & CHILD DEATH  Byfels's writing page can be found here and is HIGHLY recommended    Byfels's Amazon author page can be found here!    "First Do No Harm: Learning the rules of residency" Pat's novel here  Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirnen Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 02 - Elias Witherow On this weeks session of the Table Read, we sit down with horror author extraordinaire, Darkest Night writer and Tommy Taffy creator; Elias Witherow. We talk about the evolving sensibilities of both horror writers and consumers, the controversy surrounding The Third Parent, the impact of NoSleep on the wider horror market, The Black Farm novel and his contributions to the Darkest Night Podcast as well as much, much more. Follow us at: @TableReadPod for more info, author/story facts and more!  Elias’ writing subreddit can be found here and is HIGHLY recommended    A list of Elias’ books for sale, including his latest novel “Outlast Your Gods”    The Darkest Night Podcast    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Paddy Beirnen Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read 01 - NeonTempo This weeks Table Read is a tell-all interview with Left/Right game creator NeonTempo. We discuss his earlier short story works, how Left/Right came to be, the process of meeting huge expectations, what IS the ending all about?! Adapting into a full-length podcast, existentialism and much more!  NeonTempo's writing page can be found here and is HIGHLY recommended    The "Left/Right Game" Podcast by Tessa Thompson    Follow us on Twitter for more info, author/story facts and more!    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Hosted and Produced by: T. J. Lea, follow TJ on twitter @tjaylea and on Reddit at r/tjaylea Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Logo by: Fay Wilson Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.

The Table Read - Teaser Episode My name is T. J. Lea and I come to you with a question. Do you enjoy diving down the rabbit hole? Spending hours poring over the hows and why’s behind some of your favourite scares? Well, step right up to my humble stand, for I have something for you. Introducing The Table Read, a weekly interview show where I sit down with some of the industries best horror writers both prominent and up-and-coming to dissect their most abominable creations and see how they tick.  Click here to learn more about host T.J. Lea    Follow The Table Read on Twitter    Follow our sister show, "The Writers Mythos" on Twitter   Executive Producer: David Cummings Musical score composed by: Brandon Boone Audio program ©2020 - Creative Reason Media Inc. - All Rights Reserved - No reproduction or use of this content is permitted without the express written consent of Creative Reason Media Inc.