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The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable is one of the most important things that we did at the Portland Horror Film Festival. It provided an elevated platform for horror short filmmakers. Oftentimes, this is ground zero for original horror ideas. Unless you are a Hollywood nepo-director, short film creation is where you learn your chops. I wanted to give these creatives an opportunity to share their experiences in making movies, both good and bad, so that we can all learn a little more about the craft. Life as a short filmmaker can be an experience in the shadows. Your films are rarely seen outside of film festivals, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. This is where most creative minds hone their crafts. Take a simple concept and do it well. Do you have something scary or funny to tell? Is there an idea that has been lurking in the back of your brain that you have to give life to? A short film will give you the opportunity to learn production, editing, budgeting, and team management. It also places you in a community of people who are open to sharing their work with one another. That’s where the round table fits in. After our discussion, I told the group that, even though I wanted this discussion to be a forum for them to share their wins and losses with each other, I selfishly set up this talk so I could learn more about horror moviemaking. Nine years in on being a small horror press journalist, and I still feel like I am only scratching the surface about what a director has to do. Just how do you do it? These discussions give me more talking points and access to better questions to ask. The Portland Horror Film Festival is one of the best curated horror film festivals in the country. Not only do Gwen and Brian Callahan select some of the best horror short films for their festivals, but they also provide opportunities for short film alumni to showcase their feature films. One of the questions I asked in our roundtable discussion was, “How many of you are looking to be feature film directors?” All of them raised their hands (with the exception of Patrick Hogan, who has already directed a feature film). For these directors, here is some encouraging data. This year alone had FIVE directors who previously presented short films at either PHFF or the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival and later had their feature films shown at these festivals. Here are the PHFF Alumni filmmakers who presented a short film and then a feature: Anthony Cousins: Short Films – “The Bloody Ballad of Squirt Reynolds” and “Every Time We Meet for Ice Cream Your Whole Fucking Face Explodes” to Feature Films – Frogman (2023) and Frogman Returns (2026) Jeff Ferrell: Short Film – “Morella” to Feature Film – The Demonatrix (2026) Levi Buchannan: Short Film – “We Said Forever” to Feature Film Sitra Achra (2026) Krsy Fox: Short Film – “What the Spell” to Feature Film – Big Baby (2026) Masaki Nishiyama: Short Film “Smahorror” to Feature Film “The Invisible Half” (2026) Zack Ogle: Short Film “We Got a Monkey’s Paw” to Feature Film – It Needs Eyes (2025) Craig Ouellette: “Str$p” to Feature Film – Straight on Til Morning (2025) Andrew Bowser: Short Film – “Little Willy” to Feature Film – Onyx the Fortuitous and the Talisman of Evil (2022) Izzy Lee: “My Monster”, “Dark Signals”, “Rehomed” to Feature Film – House of Ashes (2024) Kenichi Ugana: Short Film – “Visitors” to Feature Film – Love Will Tear Us Apart (2023) Alice Maio Mackay: Short Film – “The Serpent’s Skin” to Feature Film T-Blockers (2023) Matthew John Lawrence: Short Film “Larry Gone Demon” to Feature Film – Uncle Peckerhead (2020) Justin Harding: Short Film “Kookie” to Feature Film – Making Monsters (2019) The PHFF Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Recording: Here is the roundtable discussion. It’s all about the lessons learned. The good, the bad, and the ridiculous. My past experience doing these round tables sometimes put the filmmakers on the spot, and I didn’t want this to be a “stump the directors” exercise. I prepared them with the following questions: Apart from financing, what was the biggest challenge in making your movie? What was the most interesting thing you learned while making this film? How many of you are filmmakers as a second career? What remains a mystery to you as a filmmaker that you think might be answered by one of your peers in this discussion? What piece of advice do you have for your fellow directors? This group really got into the discussion, and had the festival not started up, we could have gone on for quite a while longer. I had a great time, and I believe they did as well. The Horror Short Film Director Roundtable Films: Blindsided Directed by P. Patrick HoganStarring Crystal LoverroPortland Horror Film Festival: Winner of the Devil’s Discord (Best Sound Design) A blind schoolteacher struggles to survive through a nightmarish night when an alien spaceship crashes and unleashes a monstrous predator. This unique horror short film features an all-low-vision cast and places the audience in the POV of a blind protagonist who is only able to hear what happens around her. Director Statements: “Blindsided is a riveting short horror film that takes a unique narrative approach, providing audiences with an immersive glimpse into the harrowing experience of Maria, a blind woman confronting the most terrifying ordeal of her life. The horror remains unseen, both to her and the audience, heightening the suspense and reminding us that sometimes, the most terrifying things are the ones we don’t see coming… This is an innovative short film that ventures into uncharted territory within the horror genre. The narrative unfolds in a tranquil neighborhood, abruptly disrupted by a crashing alien spacecraft and the horrifying monster it unleashes into the night. However, what sets this film apart is the unique perspective from which the story is told – the POV of Maria, a blind schoolteacher living alone. Maria’s desperate struggle to evade the otherworldly predator, guided solely by what she hears, will provide an experience unlike any other horror short. Additionally, to promote diversity and inclusivity, in conjunction with our Disability Authenticity Consultant Vanni Le and Casting Director Danielle Pretsfelder Demchick, all the characters in the film are played by low-vision actors, placing the spotlight on the often-overlooked talent within the low-vision community. We are very proud of Blindsided and look forward to enjoying it in theaters with an audience who doesn’t know what they are about to experience.” Scullion Written and Directed by Trevor GracianoStarring: Whitney Garner as “Samantha”, Cody Parr as “Greg”, and Jim Close as “The Maid” A playful couple test their household chore habits and unknowingly summon a vengeful presence. Director Statements: “We all carry habits inherited from our parents into adulthood. I grew up in a religious household where some of those habits were helpful, but many were not—and they've lingered in ways I don't welcome. Some habits fade with time, while others remain, quietly shaping us in the background. This film explores the struggle to break free from those ingrained patterns, and the imaginative consequences of what happens when they refuse to let go. *It's really just about how to load the communal dishwasher correctly.” Worst Thing You’ve Ever Done Directed by PJ GermainWritten by Autumn Palen and PJ GermainStarring: Brady Gentry, Benjamin Nowak, Bix Krieger, Charlie N. Townsend, Cailyn Rice, Ethan Ahn, Emma Smith Watts, and Erin Rae Kykendall HIGH SCHOOL REALLY SUCKS… and no one knows that better than best friends Aaron and Keith. So when they set out to crash the last graduation party of the summer, emotions fly high, and the culture clash of teenagers finds them playing a simple game that has dire consequences. Director’s Statement: “Before he passed, screenwriter Gil Dennis told me during my time at AFI, “Write what hurts.” That idea has stayed with me; it's the compass I use when choosing the stories I want to tell. When I first read Autumn Palen's original draft of Worst Thing You've Ever Done, it hurt. It transported me back to moments in my own adolescence; memories filled with shame, ridicule, and isolation. But what floored me was its third-act twist. It was something I'd never felt so viscerally in a short script. I knew I had to direct it. What began as a contained character piece evolved into something more personal. I rewrote the script to reflect my own lived experiences, with every character, every event drawn from real moments that left a mark. I wanted to take a character that I felt so intertwined with, and make him someone that the audience would really relate to before reaching the moment where everything changes; the blood-drenched punchline to the twisted joke these high school kids played on each other. I set it during the 90’s, as it was a period of transition for me as an 80’s kid, being on the cusp of the old and new world. I needed the film to be an exploration of adolescent loneliness which dealt with the complexity of the friendships and social hierarchies that often defined who we were at that fragile age. We weren’t quite kids anymore, but we weren’t adults yet either, so how did we approach the consequences of reckless behavior? My team and I knew that casting would make or break the film. To capture that truth, casting was everything. I reviewed over 6,000 submissions, narrowing it down to a callback of who I thought could embody the characters. I needed authenticity, so at that callback, I ditched the script and asked actors, in character, to describe moments like first dates or getting asked to prom. It revealed who leaped from the page and became real. A week before we were to start shooting, my original cinematographer had to back out due to a conflict with the TV series he was currently shooting, and months of planning began to crumble. In the days leading up to whether or not we were going to cancel the project entirely, my long-time collaborator and cinematographer Jeff Billings took on the task. We shot the film over 3 tireless days, and as any director knows, you plan as much as you can; however, the plan eventually goes out the window. So I played a game of pivoting and being malleable myself in order to get what we needed to tell the story. The film is a testament to all the parts working together for a singular goal, and my hope is that when that first music cue drops, the audience is strapped in and ready to ride the roller coaster to that final frame.” https://vimeo.com/1071562836/377ba7d361?fl=pl&fe=cm Cat and Mouse Written and Directed by Brady CatesStarring: Halima Kamara as “Michelle”, Collan Simmons as “Felix, and Ron LaprechtEdited by Luke Oleen Junk, and Hayley Frederick Michelle is caught in a killer’s sadistic and carefully orchestrated game. With danger closing in at every turn, Michelle must outwit and outlast her relentless pursuer. But as the night goes on, unsettling clues reveal that all may not be what it seems. This time, it's the mouse's turn to catch the cat. My Severed Arm Written and Directed by Casey de FremeryStarring: Olivia Rose Prince as “Sidney”, Ryan Romine as “Mason”, and Julia Linger as “Commercial Model”Portland Horror Film Festival: Funny Bone Award for Exceptional Horror Comedy A woman tries to escape a serial killer using DIY videos, but the internet won't stop trying to sell her things first. Director’s Statement: “My Severed Arm is a horror-comedy about a “final girl” who, after fleeing into a cabin in the woods, discovers that her greatest threat isn't the machete-wielding slasher outside—it's the barrage of unskippable ads and paywalls blocking her access to life-saving information. Trapped, bleeding, and desperate to repair the tools around her, she turns to YouTube—but instead of help, she's ambushed by holographic tutorials and polished commercial spokespeople invading the cabin like digital ghosts. The film began with a thought I couldn't shake: what if you had to listen to ads when calling 911? It was a joke at first, but one that felt eerily plausible five minutes into the future. I've learned so many practical things through platforms like YouTube, but over time, that access has been buried beneath monetization schemes, misinformation, and endless self-promotional detours. This story is my response to that frustration—exaggerated into a literal life-or-death scenario. Stylistically, I wanted to evoke the stark, grim energy of Evil Dead or Cabin in the Woods, but undercut it with the absurdity of consumer culture leaking into every moment. That blend of horror and comedy, physical space and digital intrusion, is what drives the tone. At its core, My Severed Arm is about survival—both in the horror-movie and digital sense. It's about what happens when urgency meets algorithm, when access to knowledge is shaped by incentive structures that don't care if you bleed out. The film asks: what good is information if it's hidden behind paywalls, pop-ups, and promo codes? But more than anything, I want the audience to laugh, cringe, and feel that creeping recognition that this isn't the future – it's the now.” Into The Stand Directed by Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor FuchsWritten by Mackenzie HamiltonStarring: Sarah Rich as “Quinn”, Ariana Raygoza as “Rosa”, and Nick Dietrich Tree planters Quinn and Rosa return to camp for another summer in the wilderness. Rosa is newly sober, and Quinn is quietly anxious about how she'll handle the camp's hard-partying culture. At the welcome-back party, Rosa is tempted to drink, prompting Quinn to intervene. Shaken, Rosa heads into the forest to clear her head, but doesn't come back. When Quinn goes after her, she's met with eerie signs: strange noises, a mangled deer, and an odd light deep in the woods. As the forest closes in, Quinn questions if there is something else out there. Director’s Statement: The woods have always haunted me. Growing up in rural Vancouver Island, I would often cut through forest trails to reach friends’ houses. When it was night, we would meet in the middle of the trail to keep each other safe. Thankfully, we always found each other, but I frequently wondered what if we didn't? What if something else was out there, waiting in the darkness of the woods? Into the Stand is inspired by the many times I scared myself on those trails, letting my imagination run wild. Now that I'm older, my fears are centered around more tangible things, like navigating how to let go of people you love when you can't control what they're going through. This story is deeply informed by themes of sobriety, codependency, and how the urge to help someone can sometimes lead you somewhere dark. Ultimately, Into the Stand is a fun horror made in the community I grew up in with friends who helped bring it to life. My husband and I co-directed this short film, transforming the woods on my parents' farm into a tree-planting camp, and had a blast turning a familiar place into something eerie and cinematic. It's a scary film that is personal and full of heart, and I'm overjoyed to be telling stories in the places that shaped me. –Mackenzie Hamilton and Taylor Fuchs Nurture Written and Directed by Nick SnyderProduced by Sam SnyderStarring: Travis Bilenski as “Ren, and Kailey Rhodes as “Rose”Portland Horror Film Festival: Winner – Goule D’or Best Short On a remote Oregon farm, a couple grieving from a miscarriage finds hope in a mysterious flower. But as it heals her, the flower takes root in him. Nurture is a dialogue-free folk-horror fable about love, grief, and the consequences of taking too much from nature. Director’s Statement: NURTURE marks my return to narrative filmmaking after years of honing my craft in visual effects, motion design, and commercial work. Inspired by the Pacific Northwest and the quiet mythology of its forests, this dialogue-free folk horror short explores grief through the lens of a nature curse. Where grief deepens love and a curse demands sacrifice, NURTURE examines the dangerous hope that something broken can be restored without cost. Other Notable Horror Shorts from the Festival: There were 48 short films shown at the Festival, selected from over 500 submissions. Here are a few notable and favorite films that were also showing at the festival. Famous Directed by Rosita Lama MuvdiWritten by Jordan MonaghanStarring Jordan Monaghan “A young woman desperate for social media fame exploits her father's death to go viral. But the volatile world of internet stardom pushes her to the edge.” Punchy and poignant. Famous taps into the darkest desires of influencers desperate to get likes. Just how far will you go for a few more “likes and subscribes”? Jordan Monaghan chases likes the wrong way in “Famous” (2026) Favela Amarela (Brazil) Written and Directed by Nicolas Lobato and Tiago TuchuStarring Richard Abelha, Giselle Batista, and Sai “A student from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro joins the local drug militia to pay for college and uncovers an NGO linked to powerful politicians that hides dark rituals devoted to the King in Yellow.” I won’t be surprised if this stunning short film also plays at the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival. It is saturated in Brazilian culture, mixed with a heavy application of Cosmic Horror. Favela Amarela (2026) Wall Udder Written and Directed by Alexandra HaydenStarring Kevin Grady, Sawyer Fuller, and Bries Vannon “A dissatisfied woman confronts repressed feelings of malaise after her partner comes home smelling like milk.” Hysterically gag-inducingly funny! There is a double-punchline gag that brought the house down. Part of the Shorts Gone Wild block at PHFF, where the festival screens the zaniest submitted shorts. This did not disappoint. Ewwww! Who wants some milk? “Wall Udder” (2026) Tooth-Hurty! Directed by Jude MadonnaWritten by Katie SmallStarring Katie Small, Jude Madonna, Brook Hogan, and Tommy HardenPortland Horror Film Festival Winner: Abby Normal Award: For the exceptionally weird and disturbing “Lucy is a people-pleasing writer-photographer whose dream of being an artist remains just out of reach. A comment from her boyfriend about her teeth triggers Lucy to make an appointment for a dental checkup for the first time in years with the mysterious yet heavily advertised Big Smiles Dentistry.” Super clever! There should be more horror movies about trips to the dentist. This made my toes curl and had me in stitches, as well. Say Ahhh! Katie Small in “Tooth-Hurty!” (2026) CHÄIR Directed by Chris McInroyWritten by Chris McInroy and Carlos La RottaStarring Carlos LaRotta, Kim Lowery, and Chloe McInroy “Carl just wanted to sit down. The chair had other plans.” I am always a fan of Chris McInroy. He and Carlos do a crazy short film every year. I am in awe of how these guys make deadpan, silly, and super-gory original content. It won’t be long before they release a greatest-hits compilation, and I will be in line to buy it. This spoof on Ikea furniture assembly is a tribute to all of us who have struggled to assemble the Scandinavian furniture at home. Carlos LaRotta contemplates his struggles putting a chair together in “CHÄIR” (2026) The Bones Exist Directed by Kelsey Bollig and Matthew DuVallWritten by Matthew DuVallStarring: Alex Pena as “Manny”, Siya Maleki as “Diego”, Jack Campbell as “Don Rob”, Michael Manzako as “The Boy”, and Alex Bankler as the Utah Raptor.Portland Horror Film Festival Winner: Tompe L’oiel Award for Best Special Effects In the unforgiving wilderness of 1850s Alta California, a dwindling group of gold prospectors encounters a feral boy who forces the men to confront the horrors lurking in the woods and the sins of their past. This combines two of my favorite genres: Dinosaurs and Westerns. Perhaps not done since The Valley of Gwanji, The Bones Exists shows plenty of raptors hunting cowboys and does so convincingly. Bonus points for showing the most current understanding of raptors as feathered dinos. Munch Munch! “The Bones Exist” (2026) Flush (France) Written and Directed by Raphaël TreinerStarring Eléonore Gurrey as “Marianne” and Christophe Ntakabenura as “Ben” Abominable plumbing and violent deaths. MARIANNE, extremely pregnant, and BEN, a plumber and one-night stand, team up to survive an epic night and face the monsters of a building beset by an unknown evil. I am a sucker for the Trapped in a Bathroom trope, even going so far as to host a Crypticon horror panel on the topic. This film goes to the top (plumbing) shelf. This is Cosmic horror that brings all the icky, goopy, nasty elements you might expect from this theme is on full display. To think that an effective little romance element managed to sneak into the plot, and you have something unusually effective. I love it when the French go weird. Eléonore Gurrey and Christophe Ntakabenura are unlikely allies in “Flush” (2026)

The 1st Stop of the PMS Summer Tour from Septembers Taproom and Eatery in Rancho Cucamonga. Top Story of the Day. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger StadiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Word, Number and Song of the Day. 2x World Series Champion Austin Barnes joins the guys at Septembers. Henrik from BBQ Galore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Number, Word and Song of the Day. BFF Don MacLean on the NBA Finals and how do the Spurs rebound from that Game 4 meltdown at MSG. Lessons Learned in Great Sports TalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-White Sox game in Chicago. The World Cup is underway and the United State plays tonight at SOFI Stadium. Top Story of the Day on the NBA Finals. Secret Textoso Roundup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The guys announce the 1st Stop of the PMS Summer Tour. What Are The Headlines? Some news involving the wedding of the year. Secret Textoso Roundup and PMS Listener TalkbacksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. Somebody stroked a check in Arizona. Top Story of the Day on the NBA Finals and Austin Reaves Free Agency. Lessons Learned in Great Sports Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lonny Cain recognizes the blessing of his childhood boredom.

After a period of reflection and planning, Sasquatch Syndicate returns with some project updates and event plans.In this special update episode, Chuck and Vale discuss Listener Q&A and the future direction of Sasquatch Syndicate, including new productions, expanded investigations, archival restorations, and the long-term vision for the organization. Listeners will get an inside deep dive at upcoming content, changes behind the scenes, and how Sasquatch Syndicate plans to move the organization forward in the world of AI.Whether you've been with us since the beginning or you're discovering Sasquatch Syndicate for the first time, this episode offers a glimpse into what's ahead as we enter a new chapter of storytelling, research, and discovery.The journey continues. The search never ends.MERCHANDISE GIVEAWAY INFO Follow Sasquatch Syndicate for more Bigfoot, Sasquatch, cryptid, and paranormal content, and stay tuned for upcoming merchandise giveaways, special episodes, and archive restorations.BELIEVEVisit Sasquatch Syndicate: https://www.sasquatchsyndicate.com© Sasquatch Syndicate Inc. All Rights Reserved. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Its a baseball heavy hour with UCLA losing in their regional opener, the Dodgers making a roster move and controversy in local HS baseball. SVNG Prep Writer Fred Robledo on what's happening with Ganesha HS baseball. Local Knowledge.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh at Dodger Stadium. Lessons Learned in Great SportstalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Cryptid horror collides with declassified paranormal mysteries this May. Henrique and Michelle examine newly released UFO files, Ohio's notorious Loveland Frogman sightings, and the USS Indianapolis—where documented naval tragedy intertwines with unexplained phenomena. A Memorial Day deep dive into weird experiences that shaped history, blurring the line between declassified fact and supernatural folklore.Inside this episode:• USS Indianapolis and the real horror of war — A Memorial Day deep dive into the legendary World War II cruiser, its secret mission, the torpedo attack that sent hundreds of men into the ocean, the days of thirst, exposure, shark attacks, and the heartbreaking aftermath that followed.• The Loveland Frogman returns — Ohio's own cryptid gets another look as the episode digs into the weird, funny, and strangely persistent legend of the Loveland Frogman, one of the Buckeye State's most beloved monster stories.• Newly declassified UFO files — The hosts explore strange government UFO reports, Pentagon files, and the eternal question of whether the truth is out there… or buried under paperwork.• A mysterious ancient burial jar discovery — A strange archaeological find brings a morbid dose of death, history, and mystery to the spooky news lineup.• A coyote swims to Alcatraz — Nature gets weird as a coyote makes an unbelievable journey across the water to one of America's most infamous prison islands.• A celebrity poltergeist story — A bizarre haunting report leads into talk of ghosts, exorcisms, and the strange way paranormal stories still grab headlines.• Cinema Wasteland, episode 400, and horror culture nostalgia — Henrique and Michelle reflect on a long-running cult movie convention coming to an end, the changing world of physical media and horror fandom, and what it felt like to create a major paranormal radio-style episode of Weekly Spooky.New here? This episode stands alone — but it also captures everything Monthly Spooky does best: true horror history, cryptid legends, paranormal news, UFO weirdness, spooky conversation, and Halloween energy all year long.What's scarier: a monster in the woods, a ghost in the house, or the open ocean at night?

This week on Spooky Appalachia, we venture across the border into Ohio to investigate five of the most unsettling cryptids reported in the Buckeye State. We dive deep into the lore and documented sightings of these mysterious creatures:The Ohio Grass Man: Discover how this Bigfoot cousin builds huts and why its sightings often leave locals panicked.Charles Mill Lake Monster: Explore the legend of the 7-foot-tall, web-footed humanoid lurking in the reservoir.Orange Eyes: Learn about the massive, glowing-eyed beast that terrorized teenagers at Lovers' Lane and left a trail of local dread.The Melon Heads: Uncover the disturbing legend of Dr. Crowe's experiments and the feral, large-headed creatures said to roam the woods near Kirtland.The Loveland Frogman: Revisit the classic reports, from the 1955 sighting involving a "sparking wand" to modern encounters during the height of the Pokémon Go craze.From police reports to chilling eye-witness accounts, we analyze these legendary local legends. Do you think Orange Eyes and the Charles Mill Lake Monster are the same entity? And what exactly is the story behind the Frogman's wand? Let us know your theories in the comments!Have your own story? Send it to us: https://www.spookyappalachia.com/submitastory.php Stay Spooky. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Step into the shadowy crossroads where folklore, eyewitness testimony, and cinematic interpretation converge—because this week on the Scary Spirits Podcast, Greg guides us into the realm of the unexplained with a creature rooted not in distant legend, but in local lore. In the spirit of careful cryptozoological inquiry, Karen and Greg turn their attention to the 2023 found-footage curiosity Frogman, a film that dares to explore one of Ohio's most curious amphibian enigmas. Much like the documented patterns of regional monster sightings cataloged over decades, the Loveland Frogman—an enduring figure in Midwestern mystery—takes center stage as both subject and inspiration. With an investigator's eye and a storyteller's instinct, your hosts examine the film's narrative, authenticity, and its place within the broader tradition of cryptid cinema. Does Frogman offer compelling “evidence,” or does it merely echo the familiar rhythms of modern folklore? As Loren Coleman himself might suggest, the truth lies somewhere between belief and skepticism—and that tension is where the real fascination begins. Of course, no expedition into the unknown would be complete without ritual—so Karen and Greg complement their analysis with a carefully crafted “Frog Man” cocktail, a libation as enigmatic as the creature itself. Whether you're a seasoned cryptid enthusiast or a curious skeptic, this episode invites you to sip, speculate, and perhaps reconsider what might be lurking just beyond the edge of the known world. Tune in, keep your senses sharp, and remember: sometimes the strangest creatures are the ones closest to home. Frog Man Cocktail • vodka• orange juice• Mountain Dew Citrus Soda (alt: orange soda) Instructions: You just mix 1/3 vodka with 1/3 orange juice and 1/3 mountain dew in a beer mug. Source: cocktailbuilder.com A Brief Synopsis: In 1999, a 12-year-old named Dallas Kyle captures footage of the mythical creature, Frogman, but no one believes it is real. Twenty years later, he returns to the same place with his friends to obtain irrefutable proof that it exists. Some of the topics discussed and highlights of this episode include: Karen gives us some background on Loveland, Ohio and the Loveland Frogman. Greg makes a reference to the song “Getting Better” by The Beatles. We learn that no state in the United States has an official cryptid. Our rating of the film: This movie was so bad that it took us 4 cocktails to get through it. Take our online survey! We want to know more about you! Please take our survey. All questions are optional and you can remain completely anonymous if you prefer. Tell us what you like or would like to hear more of! All music on the Scary Spirits Podcast is provided by the band “Verse 13”. Please check them out. You can listen to all their music on their Bandcamp page. Get social with us! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram Subscribe on YouTube to watch Greg attempt to make all the featured cocktails Follow @ScarySpiritsPod Questions, comments or suggestions? Shoot us an email at info@scaryspirits.com As an Amazon Associate, we may earn a small percentage of qualifying purchases through our links.

Along a stretch of the Little Miami River in Loveland, Ohio, tales are told about encounters with a strange and, if the drawings are to be believed, surprisingly bootylicious cryptid known as Frogman. In this episode, we review the major sightings and then speculate on what might really be hopping along the river banks of southwest Ohio. ** THE Loveland Frogman Drawing

On this week's Ohio Statehouse Scoop, Host Jo Ingles reports on what Democrats are doing to gain momentum in areas where they've been underperforming, on Medicaid fraud allegations and what's being done about it, and on the mythical Loveland monster, Frogman, that some lawmakers say needs to be designated as the state's official cryptid. Ohio Public Media's Karen Kasler joins Jo to talk about Gov. DeWine's choice to replace outgoing Attorney General Dave Yost and the latest on that lawsuit over state-funded vouchers for private schools. And we'll tell you why one Ohio lawmaker is making a 107-mile trek from Dayton to Columbus on the day this podcast drops. It's all this week in the Ohio Statehouse Scoop.

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The Mayor of Downey and Apollo stop by to welcome the guys to Downey. BFF Don MacLean on the NBA Playoffs and the NBA Draft Combine. Secret Textoso RoundupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-Angels game. The guys are at BJs in Downey. Orel Hershiser calls-in from the Big A parking lot listening to PMS. DVR with Vassegh with the news that Blake Snell is going to the IL. History of DowneySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00:00 – Coffee, Deagel, and Saturday show warmup 00:04:57 – Summer movie season becomes culture-war bait 00:09:53 – Mandalorian and Grogu tests Disney Star Wars 00:23:12 – June releases bring He-Man, Scary Movie, and Disclosure Day 00:28:06 – Oddball sequels crowd the summer slate 00:32:56 – July movies revive Washington, Supergirl, and Evil Dead 00:37:40 – The Odyssey casting fight takes over 00:52:16 – Nerdrotic clip frames Hollywood lore backlash 00:57:13 – Movie talk closes on realism and Disclosure Day 01:02:13 – Ohio tick surge sparks bio-weapon talk 01:08:31 – Alpha-gal fears turn tick bites into meat panic 01:13:06 – Running ticks and airdropped boxes fuel Alex Jones claims 01:23:07 – Callers connect ticks, Epstein, Disney arrests, and Frogman 01:27:59 – North Dakota caller ties ticks to fake meat and surveillance 01:32:49 – Ball maxing becomes the new body-hacking absurdity 01:42:00 – Muscular Bigfoot buttocks return from the archives 01:46:58 – Bigfoot glute jokes slide into robot-car chaos 01:50:22 – Waymo cars flood an Atlanta cul-de-sac 01:56:52 – Travel pricing, host schedules, and outro chatter 02:00:56 – Closing audio drifts into shadowy outro bits Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research ▀▄▀▄▀ CONTACT LINKS ▀▄▀▄▀ ► Website: http://obdmpod.com ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/obdmpod ► Full Videos at Odysee: https://odysee.com/@obdm:0 ► Twitter: https://twitter.com/obdmpod ► Instagram: obdmpod ► Email: ourbigdumbmouth at gmail ► RSS: http://ourbigdumbmouth.libsyn.com/rss ► iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/our-big-dumb-mouth/id261189509?mt=2    

With the Mandalorian & Grogu coming to the theaters very soon, we are going back to The Mandalorian.  We got a twist, big T & LIL t have 1 minute a piece to break down the episode.  Season 2 Episode 11 - "The Heiress". Mon Calamari in overalls Frog Lady and Frog Man hug, cutting onions Grogu gets attacked by his food Bo Katan, Koska Reeves, Axe Woves take off their helmets We got hijack of an Imperial Supply Ship Drop as a voice memo or email at bigtliltpodcast@gmail.com. big T & LIL T

Anthony Cousins won over found footage horror fans big time in 2023 with his ode to Ohio's famous cryptid, the aptly titled "Frogman". Since then, Anthony and his indie film have amassed a cult following, that has even lead to the establishment of a Frogman convention in Loveland Ohio, the real life home of the mysterious creature. As momentum builds around Frogman, Anthony and crew are currently traveling the country screening its sequel, "Frogman Returns" for festival audiences, and garnering positive reviews along the way. Rachel and Eric sat down with Anthony recently to chat about the unlikely influences behind Frogman Returns, the trials and tribulations of shooting on authentic retro cameras, and dealing with his own legacy as "The Frogman Guy". ----- Support Bloody Good Horror, gain live stream access, join our Slack and get the entire back catalog by visiting us at: https://www.patreon.com/bloodygoodhorror BGH on social media https://www.instagram.com/bloodygoodhorror/ https://www.threads.com/@bloodygoodhorror Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits. Top Story of the Day on the Dodgers. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh and the latest on Blake Snell making his return. Lessons Learned in Great Sports TalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys don't have hockey fever, but Cates is all-in on the Ducks. BFF Don MacLean on the Lakers-Thunder series. Secret Textoso RoundupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with another horror movie draft and this one gets chaotic. In this episode of the Messed Up Movies Podcast, we're drafting the BEST found footage horror movies of all time. From classics like The Blair Witch Project and Paranormal Activity to newer nightmares like Host, Deadstream, and Late Night with the Devil. Each of us builds our own lineup, but not every pick goes as planned. Who had the best draft? Let us know in the comments

A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-Cardinals game in St. Louis. Time to hear some Cardinals songs. Top Story of the Day on the Lakers Game 6 matchup vs the Rockets. Colin Yee checks-in from Las Vegas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. Lessons Learned in Great Sportstalk. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this edition of Big Momma's Trend, Jack and special guest co-host Pallavi Gunalan discuss Amazon bringing back 'The Apprentice' (feat. DoJu), the Supreme Court ruining voting, the Loveland Frogman, Irans' soccer team being blocked by FIFA, OpenAI and goblins, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits. Chargers 1st round pick Akheem Mesidor joins the guys about being drafted and coming to Los Angeles. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. BFF Don MacLean on the Lakers up 2-0 in their series with the Houston Rockets. DVR with Vassegh before the Dodgers and Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guys look back at the first round of the NFL Draft. Top Story of the Day on the Rams selecting Tyl Simpson with the 13th overall pick. Secret Textoso Roundup and PMS TalkbacksSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What should the national cryptid be? Also does China need a healthy fear of robots? We talk about a crazy brawl in Whataburger, a farmer in the UK wants uglier cattle, and lots more!

Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits leading into Dodgers PreGameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. Top Story of the Day. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the DaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A FLEX ALERT before the Dodgers-Rockies game. DVR with Vassegh and the latest on the weather in Denver after 2 inches of snowfall earlier in the day. Lessons Learned in Great Sports TalkSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Final Hour Fun Fact. Quick Hits. Top Story of the Day. Dead and Alive Guy Birthday of the Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Number, Word and Song of the Day. DVR with Vassegh before the Dodgers-Rangers game. Lessons Learned in Great Sports Talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Petros are back together. It's Ohtani Bobblehead Night and the buzz with the fans going to the stadium. BFF Don MacLean has started "Camp MacLean" with the college prospects he works outs and talks Lakers and Clippers ending the regular season. Secret Textoso Roundup and Talk Back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.