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Part 2 sees a strangely philosophical side of Paul's storytelling as Ascott Keane pursues his nemesis into the land of the dead, meets his deceased father, and battles Doctor Satan in a sphere of damned souls. But has the continuity been restored? Does Girse show up? And who exactly is the “dictator of Texas?” David, Allen and Abysmii aim to find out!Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, March 1936.
David, Allen and Abysmii hesitantly return to the tales of Paul Ernst after being left chilled by the previous entry. Thankfully, it seems Doctor Satan is up to his old tricks of weird crime, with a plan involving speaking to the dead via a peculiar “antidote.” Will Ascott Keane have to follow suit? Why is he keeping a tiny corpse in his pocket? And is the new best character one that the hosts create almost by accident?Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, March 1936.
David, Allen and Abysmii invite special guest Brad to an initiation: a fresh pair of eyes on the some of shortstory1's most recent work. Will a new perspective bring new insights into these unusual stories?Read along with us:1. “I clean up crime scenes while naked”2. “The special toilet paper”3. “My intelligence and emotional intelligence will now be off balanced”4. “All men must wear a burqa”5. “To move to the next day we must all do something disgusting”
Just when David, Allen and Abysmii were getting comfortable with this series, Paul throws a curve ball of seeming incompetence when the story forgets a certain character died in a prior chapter; meanwhile Ascott and Beatrice play dress-up to survive, and the main showdown turns into a anti-climactic Pokemon battle.Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, January 1936.
With a new year of mounting dread upon most everyone's heads, David, Allen and Abysmii decide to ease into it with the ever-comforting Luciferian antics of Doctor Satan. This time, he's getting into the insurance business is a fittingly weird way, and is once again using fire as the catalyst for his plot. How many fat businessmen will Ascott Keane sacrifice in the pursuit of his greatest foe? How many people will be added to the Faint Counter? And how in the world is Doctor Satan still unknown to the elite class that he's targeting?Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, January 1936.
The line between Rorshack Rorsharn and Julia Grane blurs further as David lets Abysmii pick the two stories they will read, one from each pseudonym. And, like in the past, their horizons are broadened as they read way too much into the jank narratives, bringing the episode to a surprisingly poignant conclusion.“the skibidi man” was submitted by Rorshack Rorshan; “lift your problems” was submitted by Julia Grane.
After paying their respects to our runners-up with some brief thoughts and analysis, David, Allen and Abysmii reveal the campy, colorful and comical 1st-place winner of our New Pulp Writing Challenge. A sincere parody of the genre's most over-the-top material, we (re)join Cannon Washington as he stoically challenges the Uber-Kremlin's dastardly schemes in: Justice for All! Part 17: Man Waits for No Time.Story submitted by Daniel Scamell.
The 2nd-place winner of the New Pulp Writing Challenge is another cosmic nightmare, but this time witnessed through the disjointed epistolary of a mad(?) professor. David, Allen and Abysmii try to put the pieces together and revel in the elegent use of ambiguity in the unknown.Story submitted by ClericofMadness.Check out The Fog Report of Queen Mary's Dark Harbor here.
After some careful consideration, David, Allen and Abysmii begin the process of revealing and discussing the winners of our New Pulp Writing Challenge. And this 3rd-place entry is an eldritch nightmare that evokes an alien city and an exacerbated game of cat-and-mouse with the story's namesake fiendish entity. But what does this creature want with our protagonist? And why does this story bring up a tangent about Animorphs? (Spoilers: because the hosts are dumb)Story submitted by A. S. Evans.
Atomic scrambling has left Abysmii a living skeleton, so David, Kaela and Allen will have to finish their analysis of Doctor Satan's current cruel scheme. With Ascott Keane closing in, will the diabolical villain be able to follow through with his plan? Or will the power of his mysterious ray see both of them cut down to size (pun intended)?Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, October 1935.
Doctor Satan brings his weird crimes to Tinseltown, much to David, Allen and Abysmii's mirth. Can it be that, despite the horror it evokes, this latest scheme to pry cash from wealthy studio moguls doesn't involve direct murder? And how much good has the birdlike Ascott Keane actually done when he has consistently failed to stop his nemesis? No bones about it, this might be the goofiest entry in the series so far! Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, October 1935.
Phantom furniture poses a problem in this odd account from the 1920s. David, Kaela and Abysmii present another weird pulp tale of unintended comedy and unintended(?) sexual tension, all wrapped around one man's attempt to get an anniversary gift for his wife and how it goes wrong (and on a rampage).Story by Elliot O'Donnell, published in Weird Tales, February 1928.Be sure to check out our New Pulp Revival Writing Challenge here!
David and Matt are in for a shock as they join Kaela, Allen and Abysmii for the explosive finale of the second Doctor Satan tale. As Ascott Keane learns the truth of his adversary's latest scheme, prepare to be jolted by the reveal of Bostiff's backstory, a staggering amount of innuendo, and the electric clock's purpose becoming the dumbest plot point Paul Ernst has conceived so far.Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, September 1935.Be sure to check out our New Pulp Revival Writing Challenge here!
The actual second story in the Doctor Satan series is unveiled as Kaela, Allen and Abysmii clue in to the newest scheme of the world's weirdest criminal. Ascott Keane disguises himself as a tree to film people, a man's last words have something to do with shaving, and an electric clock (or lack thereof) is somehow a giveaway for Doctor Satan's dastardly plot. Will Keane ever get over himself enough to have another round with his equally-extra rival?Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, September 1935.
The Year of Pulp continues as David, Kaela and Abysmii take a crack at a story in the public domain from a young Ray Bradbury. We get a vision of a optimistic future that never happened, and discuss the sad lack of hopeful sci-fi these days and the fears of the time possibly channeled through the story's lens.First published in Planet Stories, Fall 1947. Read it on Project Gutenberg here.Creative Horror asks our listeners to check out Operation Olive Branch to see how to aid in humanitarian efforts in Palestine.New Pulp Writing Challenge
We're dragging out the Dregs 53 years before the Great War to discuss Fallout's transition to television (though it seems radiation has caused some glitches near the end). David, Kaela, Allen and Abysmii have a lot on their minds as they delve deep into the lore and, as longtime series fans, talk about the show's connections to it and debate where it might go in the 2nd season. Spoilers abound, so brace yourselves!
Bite-sized unease from a suburban setting. David, Kaela and Abysmii hop over the white picket fence and into ClericofMadness' garage sale, managing to scrounge up the funds for a pair of stories. Also, Craig rebels.“Cherry Red: Liberation” and Suburban Terrors” were both written by ClericofMadness.
The rip-roaring conclusion to this recent adventure sees Doctor Satan delving into the art of necromancy on top of his static electricity research, Ascott Keane stoically neglect to name his scientist friend, and David, Allen and Abysmii keep at the nonsense jokes that basically write themselves.Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, November 1935.
Though we accidentally begin the fourth Doctor Satan story instead of the second, it does little to throw David, Allen and Abysmii off of the tropes that have already been established. The (good) doctor seems to be targeting fancy car manufacturers, but what does this next diabolical scheme entail? Is Doctor Satan actually the real inventor of the flux capacitor? And will Ascott Keane drag his long self out to confront his nemesis once again?Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, November 1935.
An interlude before we likely advance to more pulp wackiness, David, Kaela and Abysmii look at a sobering story inspired by a prompt - a story about loss, memory, and the dead rising from the sea.Story submitted by Unft4HumnConsumption.
Hi everyone, editor Abysmii here. No commentary track because it got corrupted, thanks Craig. You AI dickhole.Anyway, this movie was really fun and don't let how confused we were when trying to explain the plot throw you off. Go watch it, it's short and a really fun ride. I would very much try this drink we made up too. I don't know why I like these weird French movies so much. I don't even like French as a language. I do know that I spent a week draining my crawlspace because of the record atmospheric rivers we had in California. FUN TIMES.I've trying out more non-alcoholic craft beer lately to ward off cerosis a bit longer so we can keep bringing you these episodes. A lot of the, are really good! It's still fun to have actual alcohol when you are out and about of course.Okay, personal anecdotes over. We have cool stuff going up on the Patreon, so please consider supporting us there, even if just for a dollar. https://www.patreon.com/creativehorror/posts
The thrilling conclusion of the first Doctor Satan story finds our erstwhile hero, Ascott Keane, meeting his arch-nemesis face-to-mask. David, Kaela, Allen and Abysmii are joined by Mastt Holley this time as they explore such uncanny powers as magical trash cans, blind noclipping through the city, and T-posing to call on the power of God and anime.Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, August 1935.
A pulp-infused saga unfolds as Abysmii shares a public domain discovery with David, Kaela and Allen. Straight form the pages of Weird Tales, the gang are introduced to the baffling crimes of the eponymous Devil-themed ne'er-do-well, and meet his arch-nemesis, the logical longboy Ascott Keane. Who will win? Who will lose? How many women will faint over the course of these stories? UCA is on the case!Story by Paul Ernst, first published in Weird Tales, August 1935.
Nearly two weeks after Christmas and, timely as ever, David, Allen and Abysmii are opening their last gift from the Holiday season. If you've ever been unnerved by a certain plastic elf that is supposedly always watching for the big man up north, this one's for you.Story submitted by Jay Connett.
It's finally here. The episode you didn't know about but did know it was a month late because Abysmii had too much BS to work on. This episode is a strange yin and yang. On the one hand, it was one of the best recording experiences we've ever had. On the other hand, it was an insurmountable mountain of editing. I actually had to start over at one point because the file got corrupted. SO MUCH FUN. This episode is over feature length, probably the longest we've ever done. If it sounds like there are a lot of cuts to the viewing, it's because there are! And that's not even a third of what I originally selected, but only so many can make it in. This movie is a 90s fever dream and I went a little insane putting this together, but I wouldn't have it any other way. Here's hoping the next one is easier on me oh wait I just remembered what the next one is god damnit.
Can we not go even three episodes before returning to the existential exercise that is reading a Rorshack Rorshan story? Apparently not, because David, Kaela, Abysmii and Papreeka are all together in person to read one featuring the dreaded Reality Man.Story submitted by Rorshack Rorshan.
David, Allen and Abysmii will never in their lives be prepared for the twists and turns of these oddball stories. Also in this episode: anecdotes about Japan, Einstein jumpscares and a real reminder of the show's credo.Story submitted by Rorshack Rorshan.
Allen and Abysmii complain about mold and abestos and then talk about other things that aren't the movie.
One last Liminal Real Estate claim (for the time being) as David, Kaela and Abysmii try in vain to cross a bridge that may or may-not lead to a mystical sandwich kingdom. Also, a revelation about the nature of beer takes place.Story submitted by HyperThermal. Read along here.
The Liminal Real Estate agents of David, Kaela and Abysmii list a nice little number discovered during a livestream by a man who might possibly be a grandpa that played Tomagatchi.Story submitted by ClericofMadness. Read along here.
A short story penned for a Liminal Spaces writing challenge ends up prompting some surprisingly deep and serious discussion from David, Allen and Abysmii.Story submitted by Knadire. Read along here.
Allen and Abysmii encounter the Deadly Spawn.
Oh good golly gosh, it looks like things are going a little kooky over there with our friends David, Allen and Abysmii, donchaknow. Maybe they got in a little too deep with this haunted doll story, but it probably has more to do with them getting into the mindset of a new character that may just have some meme staying power, oh yes she does!Story submitted by neosaiyanangel. Read along here.
lol, it's the title. - Abysmii
Allen and Abysmii discover their new killer style.
David, Kaela and Abysmii go fishing, and catch one whopper of an eldritch story with a nice dash of yearning.Story by Kite Line, submitted by Cthuhlu Ftagn with permission. Read along here.
Allen and David have shelled out prompts, and now meet clandestinely in the desert to create something with the vibe of analog horror based on your suggestions! Could it be they've locked onto the next big Creative Horror project? Creepy Cooking Staff's theme music by Abysmii.
Allen and Abysmii finally watch The Poughkeepsie Tapes.
The wrapping paper is coming off of this holiday gift for David, Kaela, Allen, Abysmii and Papreeka, and it turns out it's a rotten apple of a fanfic - a return of sorts to the nonsensical narrative universe of Happy Appy. How does the story handle when written by someone other than Dronian? Well…“Happy Appy III: the sequel-prequel happy happy-appening” was submitted by Gamma Numeric.
Allen and Abysmii join CM Punk for some home renovations.
David, Kaela and Abysmii celebrate Guy Fawkes' Day with another story plumbed from the dreams of the Great Old One. This time, it's a VHS that has footage of the creation of humanity and how it was done. What existential conundrums will this cause for all and sundry?Story by Brendan Cleary, submitted by Cthuhlu Ftagn with permission.
Allen and Abysmii become the Maniac, Elijah Wood, while looking for love in New Yorkfornia, Toronto.
Allen and Abysmii take a look into the void.
In this experimental episode, the gang record outdoors on a patio after helping David and Kaela move to a new home. Abysmii, Papreeka and Matt join them as they are reminded how this section has been well and thoroughly supplanted by the great enigma of shortstory1.“I accidentally married everyone in my village” can be read here.”How to uncook something” can be read here.
Sickness, madness and dumb jokes beset our crew as David, Kaela, Allen, Abysmii and Papreeka read an epistolary story about a doomed village and eldritch horror.Story by Ryan Oleynik, submitted by Cthuhlu Ftagn with permission. Read along here.
Allen and Abysmii join a rookie cop for their first and last shift.
Allen and Abysmii are left dissatisfied with their chopping experience.
Allen and Abysmii get edged by “Steve Meltingman” for an hour and 24 minutes.
Allen and Abysmii learn the ups and downs of parenting with the Grendel.
David, Kaela and Abysmii receive something new from an old friend. It's got antlers and a gun.Story submitted by Slimebeast.