Podcasts about Gothic

Hazel Motes is a wild dude. In fact, his character is in many ways an archetype of the new atheists and the cult they head nowadays with their scientism lab coat vestments. We will do a deep literary analysis of the symbolism and philosophy of this Southern Gothic classic. This is a half analysis - the full analysis will be available at my site for subscribers.

The Picture of Dorian Gray Book Dark Desires :The Fatal Attraction of Beauty"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a novel written by Oscar Wilde, published in 1890. It tells the story of a young man named Dorian Gray, who is portrayed as incredibly handsome and charming. The novel follows his journey as he becomes increasingly corrupt and indulges in a hedonistic lifestyle. As Dorian's sins begin to show on his face, he realizes that his portrait, which was painted by an artist named Basil Hallward, has remained unchanged, capturing all of his vices and aging instead of him. The novel explores themes such as vanity, morality, and the consequences of one's actions. What is the picture of Dorian GREY all about?"The Picture of Dorian Gray" is a novel written by Oscar Wilde and published in 1890. The story is about a young, beautiful man named Dorian Gray who becomes obsessed with his own youth and beauty. Dorian Gray meets an artist named Basil Hallward, who paints a portrait of him that captures his youth and beauty. Dorian becomes so obsessed with the idea of staying young and beautiful forever that he makes a wish that he could stay young and have the portrait age instead of himself. As time passes, Dorian engages in a life of hedonism and debauchery while his portrait reflects the physical and moral decay of his soul. Dorian's obsession with beauty and youth leads him down a path of corruption and ultimately, his own downfall. The novel explores themes such as morality, corruption, narcissism, and the consequences of living a life purely based on pleasure and vanity. It is considered a masterpiece of English literature and a classic example of Gothic horror fiction. Why is The Picture of Dorian Gray a banned book?The Picture of Dorian Gray, a novel by Oscar Wilde, has been banned at various times and in different countries for its controversial content. The main reasons for its banning include: Immorality: The book was considered immoral because it deals with themes such as homosexuality, promiscuity, and drug use. Profanity: The book contains profanity and vulgar language that some people found offensive. Blasphemy: Some religious groups found the book blasphemous because it challenged traditional concepts of morality and religion. Obscenity: The book was also considered obscene because of its graphic descriptions of sexual acts and drug use. Overall, The Picture of Dorian Gray was considered too controversial and provocative for society's moral standards at the time of its publication in 1890. However, today it is widely regarded as a masterpiece of English literature and an important work in the history of LGBTQ+ literature. Can a 13 year old read The Picture of Dorian Gray?The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is generally considered a novel for adults and contains mature themes such as vanity, hedonism, and homosexuality. While the book may be challenging to fully comprehend for a 13-year-old, it ultimately depends on their maturity level and reading comprehension skills. Parents or guardians may want to review the book before allowing their child to read it and have a discussion about the themes presented in the book. Additionally, adult supervision during the reading process may help provide context and answer any questions the child may have. Ultimately, the decision to allow a 13-year-old to read The Picture of Dorian Gray should be made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the child's maturity level and the family's values and beliefs.

A PhD student argues that a new literary genre has emerged — the ‘Mexican Gothic' style, featuring the creepy castles and haunting figures of traditional Gothic novels, mixed up with drug cartel kingpins and colonialism, set in contemporary Mexico. *This episode is part of our ongoing series, IDEAS from the Trenches, about outstanding PhD scholars across the country.

June 5th, 2023: Communion After Dark - featuring the latest and best in Dark Alternative-Electronic Music - This week's show features new music from En Esch, HEALTH, Girls Under Glass, Extize, Rue Oberkampf, Vogon Poetry, and many more artists worldwide.

A Straightforward Intro to FrankensteinChapter 1 Probing Frankenstein: A Summary and ReviewFrankenstein is a novel that has captured the imaginations of readers for over two centuries. Mary Shelley's unforgettable story of a scientist who brings a monster to life is an exploration of what it means to be human, as well as a cautionary tale about the dangers of playing God. Through the character of the monster, Shelley examines the themes of loneliness, isolation, and the search for identity. Her writing is both evocative and poetic, making this a book that is both beautiful and terrifying. Frankenstein remains one of the greatest works of Gothic literature ever written, and is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the darker side of the human psyche.Chapter 2 Learning About the Creative Force Behind Frankenstein: Mary ShelleyMary Shelley's seminal work, Frankenstein, has inspired countless adaptations across various forms of media and established her as a major figure in Gothic literature and science fiction. Born in London in 1797, Shelley wrote the novel when she was just eighteen years old after being challenged by Percy Bysshe Shelley and Lord Byron to write a horror story during a summer spent in Switzerland. First published anonymously in 1818, the book tells the story of a scientist who creates a monster from dead body parts. Shelley's writing style was known for its darkness and focus on themes such as mortality, maternity, and ethics. Her legacy as a female writer, who tackled issues ahead of her time, continues to inspire writers and readers alike.Chapter 3 Probing the Pillars: An Outline of Frankenstein's ChaptersMary Shelley's Frankenstein is a thought-provoking novel that raises important questions about the nature of humanity and the consequences of scientific progress. Chapter one introduces us to Robert Walton, an explorer on a dangerous mission to reach the North Pole. In chapter two, he rescues Victor Frankenstein, who recounts the story of his life in chapter three. Victor's obsession with creating life leads to disaster and destruction in chapter four, as he abandons his creation and sets off a chain of events that culminates in the creature seeking revenge in chapter five. The novel explores themes such as identity, responsibility, and the dangers of unchecked ambition. Shelley's vivid descriptions and haunting imagery make Frankenstein a timeless work of literature that continues to captivate readers today.Chapter 4 Fundamental Discoveries from Frankenstein Audio Book Notes1. The novel explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and the search for identity, making it a relevant read for anyone struggling with these issues. 2. Shelley's writing is both poetic and haunting, drawing listeners into a world that is both beautiful and terrifying. 3. The novel raises important questions about the ethics of scientific experimentation, and the responsibility that comes with creating life. 4. Through the character of the monster, Shelley challenges our preconceived notions about what it means to be human, and emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding. 5. Frankenstein is a timeless work of literature that continues to inspire new generations of readers, and its message about the dangers of unchecked ambition remains just as relevant today as it did when it was first published over 200 years ago.Chapter 5 Frankenstein: A Variety of Significant Quotes1. "It is true, we shall be monsters, cut off from all the world; but on that account, we shall be more...

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In this episode of H. P. Lovecast Presentations: Transmissions hosts Michele Brittany and Nicholas Diak interview Tom Starita about his novel, Delta, and Beth Cato about her novel, A Thousand Recipes for Revenge. Episode edited by: Michele BrittanyThumbnail by: Michele BrittanyIntro/Outro Music: "Azathoth" by Philippe Gerber / John 3:16 (Bandcamp page). H. P. Lovecast Logo: Philip YountTom Starita LinksAmazonFacebookTwitterBeth Cato LinksAmazonFacebookTwitterWebsiteBumperThis episode's bumper is provided courtesy of Douglas Wynne who can be found on Amazon, his Website, and at Twitter.Support HP Lovecast PodcastIf you liked this episode and want to support HP Lovecast, consider purchasing one of our books:Horror Literature from Gothic to Post-Modern: Critical EssaysHorror in Space : Critical Essays on a Film SubgenreJames Bond and Popular Culture: Essays on the Influence of the Fictional SuperspyThe New Peplum: Essays on Sword and Sandal Films and Television Programs Since the 1990sHP Lovecast Ko-Fi Account

Welcome to Magic May!Today's Cocktails & Classics episode is an informal (somewhat unserious) summary of "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley. Music © by Capazunda.Instagram: @brutallyhonestbooksTikTok: @brutallyhonestbooks

What if the house that shaped you was a broken, haunted place?That's one of many questions we explore this week, in the company of Sarah Gailey. Their 2022 hit, Just Like Home is out in paperback and … hell … do we get our fingers right into its dusty, cobwebbed corners! We talk about serial-killing fathers and monstrous mothers, the power and pitfalls of descriptive prose. We discuss Freudian metaphors and the profound fears of childhood, offer a fresh take on the thorny question of unlikeable female protagonists, and I present my ‘possession' theory on the crimes of Ted Bundy (it's bullsh*t.)This is a lovely conversation about dark things.Enjoy!Just Like Home was published in paperback on May 30th by Tor and Hodder & StoughtonOther books mentioned in this episode include:River of Teeth (2017), by Sarah GaileyThe Echo Wife (2021), by Sarah GaileyMaw (2022), by Jude DoyleMonstrilio (2023), by Gerardo Sámano CórdovaThe Sickness (2023 –), by Jenna Cha and Lonnie NadlerSupport Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show

In this episode: Aaron reviews "The Last of Us!" Have a listen! Simply AMAZING!   Aaron's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronfrale New Book "Kal's Duty" Link: https://www.amazon.com/Kals-Duty-Teristaque-Book-3-ebook/dp/B0BS95CR63   Aaron's Horror Show: EMAIL: AARONSHORRORSHOW@GMAIL.COM FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/AaronsHorrorShow/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AaronHorrorShow Copyright holder is Aaron Frale: All songs provided by Spiral Copyright 2022 Spiral. You can check out their music at http://thespiral.bandcamp.com   Shows on The RPA Podcast/Network: Mondays: Real Paranormal Activity - The Podcast Tuesdays: Aaron's Horror Show with Aaron Frale Wednesdays: Terry's Mysterious Moments With Terry From Texas Fridays:  Two Entertaining Short Films   REAL PARANORMAL ACTIVITY - THE PODCAST/NETWORK: Get our new App for iOS and Android! Its FREE! Download it now from the App stores! If you would like to listen to the archives, become a Premium Access member! For $3.99 a month you get unlimited access to the past Bonus, Listener Stories, Interviews and even audio books of Folklore from around the world! We use the funds for the show bills and to improve the show like the Apps! You can go to the website and click on the "Get Premium Access" button or you can register and also log into your existing account through the App! In the App just go to a Premium Episode and in the listing will be a "Padlock" icon. Tap on that and you will be brought into the Register/Login screen! You can then just use the App to log into your account or you can always go to the website! Thank you in advance and please enjoy yourselves!   Where else to find The RPA Podcast/Network: We're on all the major streaming audio platforms such as: Pandora, iHeart Radio Network, Spotify, Radio Public, etc, etc..    Ad Placement On RPA:  Have a product, service or book to promote? Have RPA brand you to the world at a fraction of the cost that others charge! Priced to fit any budget! You'll receive maximum exposure from RPA's listener audience of 161 countries! No Ad? No problem! We'll create one for you! Contact Aaron today! What have you got to lose? For details email: Aaron@RealParanormalActivity.com   NEW! The RPA SWAG STORE: You asked for it! You got it! Browse our large selection of RPA/Paranormal/Goth/Humor themed clothing for both men and women! We give you 30 DAYS to return your purchase(s) if you decide too! No questions asked! AMAZING! Enter the store here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/RPAPodcast   Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/Rpapodcast/ Website: www.RealParanormalActivity.com Twitter: @RPAPodcast Skype: RPAPodcast Hashtag: #RPAPodcast   Please take the RPA Survey. It'll help the show with future advertisers.

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Gothic Industrial Music Ep138 - EBM - Synthwave - Dark Indie Dance Music - Darkwave Mixhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ShadowsRadioIndustrialEBMMusicMixesPsyclon Nine - Lamb of GodStendeck - Let us conversate againSystem Syn - Like Every Insect (The Synthetic Dream Foundation mix)Hanzel und Gretyl - Let the Planets BurnHeadscan - LolifeAesthetic Perfection - Living the Wasted LifeHaujobb - Let's Drop BombsDYM - Life Sized (CompUterus remix)Covenant - Like Tears in RainFront Line Assembly - Lose

You know, in all of the time that we've been doing this show we've never featured a sauna... but that's about to change! Our very first sauna is ACI, which was in San Antonio, Texas. And, showing us around is the subversive queer rapper Chris Conde. Now, Chris was a military brat, and so they moved around a lot when they were a kid. But, as a young adult they decided they wanted some stability, and so chose to settle in San Antonio. And it was here that they let go of religion, got sober, and then came out of the closet... again (?). Oooh, and for those who don't know, saunas, or bathhouse as they are commonly named in America, are places where people go for relaxation and... sex... let's be honest - it's mostly for sex. Anyway, they've kind of fallen out of fashion since the rise of the apps, but they were a huge part of queer (predominately male) culture for decades. Do you have any memories of ACI, or clubbing from your own scene that you want to share? Well, if you have please get in touch - I want to create the biggest online record of people's memories and stories - go to www.lostspacespodcast.com and find the section 'Share a Lost Space' and tell me what you got up to! Bonus points for embarrassing photos! You can also find me on Facebook (www.facebook.com/lostspacespod), Instagram (www.instagram.com/lostspacespod) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/lostspacespod) Find out more about Chris by going and streaming their music, or following them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/chriscondetherapper/), Twitter (https://twitter.com/chrisconde) or Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/chriscondetherapper) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/k-anderson/message

In this episode: Aaron reads from his Sci-FI novel "Hayden's Dilemma PT7!" Have a listen! Simply AMAZING!   Aaron's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronfrale New Book "Kal's Duty" Link: https://www.amazon.com/Kals-Duty-Teristaque-Book-3-ebook/dp/B0BS95CR63   Aaron's Horror Show: EMAIL: AARONSHORRORSHOW@GMAIL.COM FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/AaronsHorrorShow/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AaronHorrorShow Copyright holder is Aaron Frale: All songs provided by Spiral Copyright 2022 Spiral. You can check out their music at http://thespiral.bandcamp.com   Shows on The RPA Podcast/Network: Mondays: Real Paranormal Activity - The Podcast Tuesdays: Aaron's Horror Show with Aaron Frale Wednesdays: Terry's Mysterious Moments With Terry From Texas Fridays:  Two Entertaining Short Films   REAL PARANORMAL ACTIVITY - THE PODCAST/NETWORK: Get our new App for iOS and Android! Its FREE! Download it now from the App stores! If you would like to listen to the archives, become a Premium Access member! For $3.99 a month you get unlimited access to the past Bonus, Listener Stories, Interviews and even audio books of Folklore from around the world! We use the funds for the show bills and to improve the show like the Apps! You can go to the website and click on the "Get Premium Access" button or you can register and also log into your existing account through the App! In the App just go to a Premium Episode and in the listing will be a "Padlock" icon. Tap on that and you will be brought into the Register/Login screen! You can then just use the App to log into your account or you can always go to the website! Thank you in advance and please enjoy yourselves!   Where else to find The RPA Podcast/Network: We're on all the major streaming audio platforms such as: Pandora, iHeart Radio Network, Spotify, Radio Public, etc, etc..    Ad Placement On RPA:  Have a product, service or book to promote? Have RPA brand you to the world at a fraction of the cost that others charge! Priced to fit any budget! You'll receive maximum exposure from RPA's listener audience of 161 countries! No Ad? No problem! We'll create one for you! Contact Aaron today! What have you got to lose? For details email: Aaron@RealParanormalActivity.com   NEW! The RPA SWAG STORE: You asked for it! You got it! Browse our large selection of RPA/Paranormal/Goth/Humor themed clothing for both men and women! We give you 30 DAYS to return your purchase(s) if you decide too! No questions asked! AMAZING! Enter the store here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/RPAPodcast   Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/Rpapodcast/ Website: www.RealParanormalActivity.com Twitter: @RPAPodcast Skype: RPAPodcast Hashtag: #RPAPodcast   Please take the RPA Survey. It'll help the show with future advertisers.

In the immortal words of Creed's Scott Stapp, “can you take me HIIIGHER?”Yes, I can.Our guest this week is Nicholas Binge, author the new buzzy, horror-sci-fi novel, Ascension. It's about a very weird, very big mountain that appears out of nowhere to lure the unwary upwards. Nothing good occurs, of course. Again…much like a Creed concert.This is where the comparison's to terrible post-grunge rock ends (thankfully) cos Nick and I have much more fun making comparisons to the likes of Conan Doyle, Bram Stoker and H.P. Lovecraft… to the classic Gothic and Adventure stories that Nick mixes with his oh-so-modern science-fiction themes. Ascension is a treat for fans of both traditions.We also talk about the place of mountains in our literature, the shattering chaos of quantum mechanics, recontextualising neurodiverse characters and the occasional shoggoth!Enjoy!Ascension was published on April 25th by HarperVoyager and Riverhead Books.Other books mentioned in this episode include:Annihilation (2014), by Jeff VanderMeerThe Lost World (1912), by Arthur Conan DoyleAt the Mountains of Madness (1936), by H.P. LovecraftHouse of Leaves (2000), by Mark Z. DanielewskiFever Dream (2014), by Samanta SchweblinSupport Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show

Show Notes Mary Dixie Carter, a journalist and author, talks about her journey after graduating from Harvard. She starts with her novel,  The Photographer. The novel focuses on Delta Dawn, a disturbed woman who is the subject of the novel. Mary explains that she got the idea for the book when she hired a photographer to take pictures of her kids.  The photographer took photos of the children but the eyes in the photos were unnaturally bright blue. When questioned, the photographer said that there is no real color, which made Mary think about the photographer's point of view, and how the character could make the world whatever she wanted it to be. This later transpired to be a novel about a woman who is an outsider and wants desperately to be part of something. The character in the novel is a photographer who inserts herself into a wealthy Manhattan family, and over the course of the book she becomes an integral part of the family. Her behavior is considered to be horrible, and it is suggested that her desperate desire to belong and her misplaced idea of what that means is the reason for this. The photographer ends up using the family and the family uses her, forming an awkward and fraught relationship. Mary talks about how her characters are based on a combination of her own experiences and people she knows. She talks about how the creepiness of the book reflects the dark and disturbing side of human nature. Will and Mary discuss the importance of creating art that reflects a variety of experiences and perspectives.  Mary talks about the media she did for the book and the questions. She explains that she was often asked where she got the idea for the book and the character, in addition to questions about motherhood, and social media. She also talks about lying, why she is so interested in it,  and how it is at the core of the book, as Delta Dawn lies to herself and actually believes the stories she makes up. Finally, she notes that we all come into contact with people who lie to themselves. A Career in Acting and Journalism Mary has had an interesting journey since graduating college. She moved to New York and auditioned for plays and studied acting, then moved to Los Angeles for a few years where she was cast in plays and classical theater.  Eventually she moved back to the East Coast when her husband was accepted to Harvard, and she accepted her father's offer to work for his newspaper, The New York Observer. She worked there for six years until Jared Kushner bought the paper and she left. She started freelancing and wrote for various publications such as The Economist, San Francisco Chronicle and Chicago Tribune. After becoming pregnant with her first child and her mother passing away, she decided to focus her creative energy on writing. She wrote a novel which was not published, and eventually put it aside before moving on and writing the book that became The Photographer.  Finding an Agent and Focusing on Writing After a period of struggling to be published, Mary found a wonderful agent and is thrilled with the people at Minotaur Books, St. Martin's Press who published her first book. She is currently writing her second book tentatively called Marguerite by the Lake, which has a bit of a Gothic feel, meanwhile, the first book is being developed into a TV series. Though it has taken longer than she expected, she hopes to have the second book finished by the end of the summer, potentially releasing it in 2024. Meeting the Trumps Mary shares a few thoughts on Jared Kushner when he bought the paper from her father. She noted that he was very knowledgeable and charming in the beginning, but changed his direction once the paper was sold. She believes that Jared lacks a moral compass, and does what is convenient and most beneficial to him at the time, rather than being rooted in what is right or good. Mary talks about meeting Donald Trump. Mary speculated that Trump was hoping to get some positive coverage in the newspaper where she was working, but the newspaper had integrity and wouldn't write a puff piece about Trump. Reflections on Professors and Courses When thinking back to Harvard, Mary reflects on two influential teachers,  Helen Vendler. She was greatly impacted by Helen's readings of poetry, as she was able to experience the sound of the words and their lyricism. The second teacher, D. A. Miller's unique approach to Jane Austen was also impactful, as he was able to teach the novels in a way that truly allowed her to appreciate the literature. Both of these teachers left a lasting impression on the speaker, and have likely influenced her reading and writing. Timestamps 00:01 The Inspiration behind The Photographer 07:21 The story behind the main character in her novel  18:44 Acting and Working for the New York Observer  26:34 Writing Process and Upcoming Book Release  27:58 Upcoming TV Series Adaptation  36:23  Donald Trump's Motivations for meeting with the Newspaper  42:34 Reflections on meeting Jared Kushner  47:14 Education and Writing  Links: Website: MaryDixieCarter.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/marydixiecarter/

"Under Capricorn" is a true oddity: an old-fashioned Gothic melodrama which experiments with long takes; a movie set in Australia but visibly shot in a studio; a financial failure that is claimed by some to be one of the master's greatest works. Join us as we explore the film with our special guest Andrei Gorzo - one of Romania's most brilliant film critics and scholars, and a professor at the University of Theatre and Film in Bucharest. His newest book, co-authored with Veronica Lazăr and titled "Beyond the New Romanian Cinema: Romanian Culture, History, and the Films of Radu Jude", will be released this year.

May 22nd, 2023: Communion After Dark - featuring the latest and best in Dark Alternative-Electronic Music - This week's show features new music from VNV Nation, Blutengel, Zynic, Blackbook, Morphose feat. Sven Friedrich, Extize, and many more artists worldwide.

This week, Carnage takes us to a Gothic mansion where a school for troubled but gifted young women is harboring dark secrets! Down A Dark Hall is a film adaptation of the Lois Duncan novel of the same name which follows the story of Kit, a teen girl whose parents are at their wits end due to her constant acting out. Her psychologist has seemingly found an answer to their problems in the form of the Blackmoor boarding school run by Madame Durant, who promises to draw out and develop Kit's latent talent. But her methods and motives are sinister indeed, and Kit soon finds that the beautiful halls are more oppressive than inspiring. She becomes a piano virtuoso practically overnight, though she and the other girls at the school suffer from missing time, obsessive devotion to their creative pursuits, losing touch with reality, voices that speak only to them, and ghastly apparitions that roam the halls at night. Will Kit be able to regain control of her life before it's too late, and how will she confront the dark forces conspiring to tear them all apart?! https://linktr.ee/podcastatnight https://theymostlypodcastatnight.com https://morbidlybeautiful.com/podcasts

Barcelona lies on the Mediterranean Coast in Catalonia. It's a gorgeous city, famous for architect Antoni Gaudí, artist Joan Miró and writer Carlos Ruiz Zafón, among many others. Yet you'll find more than a few Barcelona ghost stories amid the winding streets and Gothic cathedrals. Enjoy these 4 creepy ghost stories tales from Barcelona, featuring vengeful monks, poltergeists, and haunted Metro stations in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images and references on the blog post: https://www.icysedgwick.com/barcelona-ghost-stories Harm in the Hedgerows talk: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harm-in-the-hedgerows-the-folklore-of-poisonous-plants-tickets-626186419437?aff=ebdsoporgprofile Ghosts of the Garth talk tickets: https://www.newcastlecastle.co.uk/whats-on Get your free guide to home protection the folklore way here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a member of the Fabulous Folklore Family for bonus episodes and articles at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode and want to show your appreciation? Buy Icy a coffee to say 'thanks' at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Request an episode: https://forms.gle/gqG7xQNLfbMg1mDv7 Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Find Icy on Mastodon: @IcySedgwick@mastodonapp.uk Get extra snippets of folklore on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick 'Like' Fabulous Folklore on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fabulousfolklore/

Full Text of ReadingsSaturday of the Sixth Week of Easter Lectionary: 296The Saint of the day is Saint Bernardine of SienaSaint Bernardine of Siena's Story Most of the saints suffer great personal opposition, even persecution. Bernardine, by contrast, seems more like a human dynamo who simply took on the needs of the world. He was the greatest preacher of his time, journeying across Italy, calming strife-torn cities, attacking the paganism he found rampant, attracting crowds of 30,000, following Saint Francis of Assisi's admonition to preach about “vice and virtue, punishment and glory.” Compared with Saint Paul by the pope, Bernardine had a keen intuition of the needs of the time, along with solid holiness and boundless energy and joy. He accomplished all this despite having a very weak and hoarse voice, miraculously improved later because of his devotion to Mary. When he was 20, the plague was at its height in his hometown of Siena. Sometimes as many as 20 people died in one day at the hospital. Bernardine offered to run the hospital and, with the help of other young men, nursed patients there for four months. He escaped the plague, but was so exhausted that a fever confined him for several months. He spent another year caring for a beloved aunt whose parents had died when he was a child, and at her death began to fast and pray to know God's will for him. At 22, he entered the Franciscan Order and was ordained two years later. For almost a dozen years he lived in solitude and prayer, but his gifts ultimately caused him to be sent to preach. He always traveled on foot, sometimes speaking for hours in one place, then doing the same in another town. Especially known for his devotion to the Holy Name of Jesus, Bernardine devised a symbol—IHS, the first three letters of the name of Jesus in Greek—in Gothic letters on a blazing sun. This was to displace the superstitious symbols of the day, as well as the insignia of factions: for example, Guelphs and Ghibellines. The devotion spread, and the symbol began to appear in churches, homes and public buildings. Opposition arose from those who thought it a dangerous innovation. Three attempts were made to have the pope take action against him, but Bernardine's holiness, orthodoxy, and intelligence were evidence of his faithfulness. General of the Friars of the Strict Observance, a branch of the Franciscan Order, Bernardine strongly emphasized scholarship and further study of theology and canon law. When he started there were 300 friars in the community; when he died there were 4,000. He returned to preaching the last two years of his life, dying while traveling. Reflection Another dynamic saint once said, “…I will not be a burden, for I want not what is yours, but you…. I will most gladly spend and be utterly spent for your sakes” (2 Corinthians 12:14). There is danger that we see only the whirlwind of activity in the Bernardines of faith—taking care of the sick, preaching, studying, administering, always driving—and forget the source of their energy. We should not say that Bernardine could have been a great contemplative if he had had the chance. He had the chance, every day, and he took it. Saint Bernardine of Siena is the Patron Saint of: AdvertisingGamblingItalyPublic Relations Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

'Even before the empire split into two separate halves, the Augusti in the East had to contend with devastating Gothic raids and near-constant wars with the Sasanian Empire.'   The team discuss issue XVI.3 of the magazine Goths, Sasanids and Romans: The Roman Empire in the East at bay.   Join us on Patron patreon.com/ancientwarfarepodcast  

Ian McMillan explores the monsters that haunt our imagination, the monstrous labels that have historically been imposed upon 'the Other', and the modern day monstrosities that provoke our fears and threaten to make monsters of us all. With Prof Roger Luckhurst who specialises in classic 19th-century Gothic, literature, film, and cultural history; his new book 'Gothic' traces our fascination and representations of the Gothic through history to its place at the very heart of popular culture today, Poet Tom Juniper whose Monstrous poems are a collection from the point of view of sundry folkloric creatures, conceptual poet and artist Ira Lightman who has written a specially commissioned poem on the theme of the Monstrous, and composer Sarah Angliss whose new opera 'Giant' tells the story of the 18th century “Irish giant” Charles Byrne, a man whose corpse was stolen to order and put on public display. Presenter: Ian McMillan Producer: Cecile Wright

Kurs Valüt - Kurs Valüt from the 2021 album Kurs Valüt on No Emb Blanc. Kurs Valüt is an electronic duo formed in 2017 by Eugene Gordeev in Dnipro to popularize the Minimal Wave in Ukraine. “The very appearance of Kurs Valüt is partly caused by the underdevelopment of the dark underground in Ukraine,” the duo explained in an interview with Post-Punk in 2021. “The moment of the absence of the subculture itself, thematic festivals, events for Gothic or Post Punk music fans…this is the result of a long disconnect of Ukraine from cultural processes in Europe and the World.” Our Song of the Day is the title track and opener of their sophomore self-titled record, released in 2021. It's a throbbing club track that sees Gordeev monotonously reciting Ukrainian lyrics that this writer has yet to decipher but are compelling nonetheless. Of the album Kurs Valüt, the band had this to say on Bandcamp: “The second album, Kurs Valüt is the result of a long work that summarizes difficult stage of life experience inspired by solitude, austerity and extreme mental states. In comparison to the debut album Veselo (2018) it is more melodic and metaphoric. Lyrics can be interpreted differently. Usage of a tube summing mixer during the studio processes adds a warm, non-commercial textured color to the sound of this release.” Get a taste of Kurs Valüt's live shows with this live recording of “Kurs Valüt” and read the full post at KEXP.org.Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Croatia is a country full of amazing architecture representing several periods, such as Renaissance, Gothic, Baroque, and Roman. It has one of the 6 largest Roman amphitheatres in existence today and it is still used for many events, seating 23,000 spectators. There's a breath-taking coastline on the Adriatic Sea. It's also known for the stunning cascading waterfalls inland.· 00:00 – Intro · 00:57 – Bare Bones· 02:23 – Heart of the Nation· 02:25 – Geography and Climate· 04:52 – Plants and Animals· 07:08 – People· 21:33 – Urbanism and Architecture· 27:40 – History· 38:11 – Government· 41:05 – Economy· 43:43 – Doing Business· 45:40 – Crime and Legal Issues· 46:28 – Social Provisions· 47:36 – Education· 51:07 – Health· 52:46 – Food · 57:04 – Arts· 58:44 – Unique Holidays and Celebrations· 01:02:42 – Sports· 01:03:59 – Transportation· 01:05:32 – Communications· 01:06:44 – Energy· 01:08:08 – Travel· 01:14:00 – Who Is?· 01:24:53 – Who Would've Thought?Find Nations of the World Podcast:Email now-podcast@heartsgroup.orgWebsite https://nations-of-the-world.captivate.fmPatreon https://www.patreon.com/nationsoftheworld Where is this information coming from?Sources are found at my website: https://nationsoftheworldpodcast.com

Gothic Industrial Music Ep137 - Electronic Body Music - Dark Electro - Synthwave - Synthpop Mixhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ShadowsRadioIndustrialEBMMusicMixesSystem Syn - Like Every Insect (The Synthetic Dream Foundation mix)Candle Nine - Kerrianne's SpineAktivehate - Knee DeepDas Ich - KindgottPrometheus Burning - Kill it with fireNitronoise - Killer Fuelled MachineIn Strict Confidence - Kiss your shadowE-craft - Kill the FakesDiary of dreams - Kingdom of greed

Premiered to 63 people at the Royal Court back in 1973, the Rocky Horror Show is marking its anniversary with a production touring the UK. New Generation Thinkers Louise Creechan and Joan Passey explore its links with Frankenstein and the Gothic tradition and Paul Baker discusses its place in a history of camp. Shahidha Bari presents. Camp: The Story of the Attitude that Conquered the World is out now. Paul Baker is a Professor at Lancaster University. Rocky Horror runs at Sadlers Wells Peacock Theatre in Holborn, London until June 10th and then moves on to venues including Crewe, Leeds, Truro, Belfast, Nottingham and Eastbourne. For more details https://rockyhorror.co.uk/tour-dates You can find other conversations about LGBTQ+ culture and history in the Free Thinking collection of episodes called Identity Discussions on the programme website https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p06jngzt Programmes include The politics of fashion and drag https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09zcjch Polari Prize winners from 2020 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000nmrl Queer Histories https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000f74j New Thinking: Raiding Gay's the Word & Magnus Hirschfeld https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p0ff53xv

In this episode: Aaron reviews the movie "We Have A Ghost" Have a listen! Simply AMAZING! Aaron's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronfrale New Book "Kal's Duty" Link: https://www.amazon.com/Kals-Duty-Teristaque-Book-3-ebook/dp/B0BS95CR63 Aaron's Horror Show: EMAIL: AARONSHORRORSHOW@GMAIL.COM FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/AaronsHorrorShow/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AaronHorrorShow Copyright holder is Aaron Frale: All songs provided by Spiral Copyright 2022 Spiral. You can check out their music at http://thespiral.bandcamp.com   Shows on The RPA Podcast/Network: Mondays: Real Paranormal Activity - The Podcast Tuesdays: Aaron's Horror Show with Aaron Frale Wednesdays: Terry's Mysterious Moments With Terry From Texas Fridays:  Two Entertaining Short Films   REAL PARANORMAL ACTIVITY - THE PODCAST/NETWORK: Get our new App for iOS and Android! Its FREE! Download it now from the App stores! If you would like to listen to the archives, become a Premium Access member! For $3.99 a month you get unlimited access to the past Bonus, Listener Stories, Interviews and even audio books of Folklore from around the world! We use the funds for the show bills and to improve the show like the Apps! You can go to the website and click on the "Get Premium Access" button or you can register and also log into your existing account through the App! In the App just go to a Premium Episode and in the listing will be a "Padlock" icon. Tap on that and you will be brought into the Register/Login screen! You can then just use the App to log into your account or you can always go to the website! Thank you in advance and please enjoy yourselves!   Where else to find The RPA Podcast/Network: We're on all the major streaming audio platforms such as: Pandora, iHeart Radio Network, Spotify, Radio Public, etc, etc..    Ad Placement On RPA:  Have a product, service or book to promote? Have RPA brand you to the world at a fraction of the cost that others charge! Priced to fit any budget! You'll receive maximum exposure from RPA's listener audience of 161 countries! No Ad? No problem! We'll create one for you! Contact Aaron today! What have you got to lose? For details email: Aaron@RealParanormalActivity.com   NEW! The RPA SWAG STORE: You asked for it! You got it! Browse our large selection of RPA/Paranormal/Goth/Humor themed clothing for both men and women! We give you 30 DAYS to return your purchase(s) if you decide too! No questions asked! AMAZING! Enter the store here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/RPAPodcast   Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/Rpapodcast/ Website: www.RealParanormalActivity.com Twitter: @RPAPodcast Skype: RPAPodcast Hashtag: #RPAPodcast   Please take the RPA Survey. It'll help the show with future advertisers.

We are paying tribute to the best of us this week. The booksellers. Keepers of the flame, beacons in the night, purveyors of meaning in a cold, dark universe … usually.Alice Slater used to be a member of that celebrated guild, now she's written about the light and dark side of the trade in her debut smash, Death of a Bookseller. It pulls back the curtain on an industry we all care deeply about, to reveal the obsession, madness and … murder(?) behind the chai lattes and instagram posts.In this conversation we cover a lot of ground… from the problems inherent in True Crime, book-fetishization, and the weird empathy we feel for serial killers' pets. Plus, I get to talk about my favourite things (see: everything mentioned so far) with someone who genuinely once worked in my local bookshop.This was a blast.Enjoy! Death of a Bookseller was published on April 25th by Hodder and ScarletOther books mentioned in this episode include:Savage Appetites: True Stories of Women, Crime and Obsession (2019), by Rachel MonroeThe Five: The Untold Lives of the Women Killed by Jack the Ripper (2019), by Hallie RubenholdYou (2014), by Caroline KepnesGone Girl (2012), by Gillian FlynnThe Last House on Needless Street (2021), by Catriona WardThe Sluts (2004), by Dennis CooperThings Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke (2021), by Eric LaRoccaEcho (2022), by Thomas Olde Heuvelt Support Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show

Perched in the top-right corner of the US, Maine is wrapped in a snuggly hug from Canada and bravely faces the crashing Atlantic. If bracing sea air, glorious pine trees, and fresh-from-the-ocean seafood is your thing, you're going to want to visit asap. Maine's 5000 miles (8000 km) of coastline mean there are dozens of lighthouses, ample excuses to get out in a boat (kayaking along the Maine Island trail, anyone?), and opportunities to see puffins, seals, and whales in their natural habitat. Or set your sights on the forest! The Pine Tree State is perfect for honing your Disney princess skills with moose, black bears, white-tailed deer, river otters, foxes, and other furry forest creatures. When you're ready to get cozy with a book, there's the poetry of Longfellow, the delight of Charlotte's Web, and the malevolent Pennywise, who is the terrifying and brilliant invention of Maine's number one literary hero, Stephen King.  In this episode, we get hungry for lobster rolls and Maine blueberries, learn some funny island names, and honor a delightful ambassador to Maine. Then we recommend five books that took us to Maine on the page, including a Gothic coming-of-age story, two vastly different (but unputdownable) memoirs, a literary crime novel, and a sweet story about the magical power of love and the Northern Lights. Here are the books about Maine we recommend on the show: Grange House by Sarah Blake The Stranger in the Woods by Michael Finkel The Midcoast by Adam White Vacationland: True Stories from Painful Beaches by John Hodgman Almost, Maine by John Cariani For more on the books we recommend, plus the other cool stuff we talk about, visit our show notes. Transcript of Maine: Lighthouses, Lobster Rolls, and the King of Horror. Do you enjoy our show? Do you want access to awesome bonus content?  Please support our work on Patreon! Every little bit helps us keep the show going and makes us feel warm and fuzzy inside. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 15th, 2023: Communion After Dark - featuring the latest and best in Dark Alternative-Electronic Music - This week's show features new music from VNV Nation, Blutengel, Zynic, spankthenun, Stahlnebel & Black Selket, and many more artists worldwide.

In this episode of H. P.  Lovecast, Michele Brittany and Nicholas Diak discuss the crowdfunded one-shot comic book, Dreamquest, published by Fried Comics, with Clay Adams (writer), Mick Beyers (art), and Julio Rojas (colors).Episode edited by: Michele BrittanyThumbnail photo by: Michele BrittanyIntro/Outro Music: "Azathoth" by Philippe Gerber / John 3:16 (Bandcamp page)H. P. Lovecast Logo: Philip YountDreamquest LinksFried Comics websiteFried Comics FacebookFried Comics TwitterIndiegogo Campaign (can purchase via here)BumperThis episode's bumper is courtesy of Brenda S. Tolian who can be found at Amazon,Burial Plot Podcast, Twitter, and her Website.Support HP Lovecast PodcastIf you liked this episode and want to support HP Lovecast, consider purchasing one of our books:Horror Literature from Gothic to Post-Modern: Critical EssaysHorror in Space : Critical Essays on a Film SubgenreJames Bond and Popular Culture: Essays on the Influence of the Fictional SuperspyThe New Peplum: Essays on Sword and Sandal Films and Television Programs Since the 1990sHP Lovecast Ko-Fi Account

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #90: "The Cloisters: A Novel" by Katy Hays (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Cloisters: A Novel: https://amzn.to/41s3xd9   Katy Hays: https://www.katyhays.com/ https://www.instagram.com/heykatyhays/   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel!    Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel:  https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast: https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/ Dark Side of the Library on Facebook

Writing Fear: Russian Realism and the Gothic (U Toronto Press, 2022) argues that nineteenth-century Russian writers actively engaged with narrative models borrowed from European gothic fiction to articulate experiences such as fear, dread, and anxiety in realist literature. By examining a series of case studies focused on literary texts that address issue such as urban life, the women question, revolutionary terrorism, and the decline of the family, Katherine Bowers reveals the myriad ways in which political and cultural anxiety take shape via the gothic mode in the age of realism. Katherine Bowers is an Associate Professor within the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies at the University of British Columbia. She is an expert in Russian literature and culture, and her research interests include genre, narrative, environmental humanities, imagined geography, and digital humanities. She is also actively involved in the field of Dostoevsky studies and is a co-editor of A Dostoevskii Companion: Texts and Contexts (2018) and Dostoevsky at 200: The Novel in Modernity (2021). Iva Glisic is a historian and art historian specialising in modern Russia and the Balkans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/russian-studies

Phil Snedecor is the author of Making Rain and Other Adventures on the Trumpet, a highly personable and oftentimes entertaining glimpse into the career of a musician who's "done it right". Of course, there have been some pitfalls and mistakes along the way, and Phil doesn't pull any punches about those. But at the end of the day, the short book delivers a ton of value and sage advice for anyone who is looking to "make rain", be it as a musician or in any field.I've featured Phil several times on my Trumpet Dynamics podcast, and now I'm thrilled to be able to share this brand new interview with you!In this interview with Phil Snedecor, you'll discover:-What is a "rainmaker" pertaining to musicians?...03:35-How Phil cut his teeth as a rainmaker by founding the Washington Symphonic Brass...06:10-You won't have a great connection with your audience unless you have a connection among the personnel...11:00-Phil explains the mantra, "The only gig you own, is the gig you own"...16:20-"Mental choreography" and tips on succeeding in high-stress performance situations...21:10-Finish what you start, even when everyone around you thinks you're nuts to do so!...25:30-And much more!Resources mentioned:Hart School Trumpet StudioPhil's websiteWashington Symphonic BrassAll-American Moving CompanyMaking RainHard copyApple BooksAbout the guest:Phil Snedecor attended the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, New York, where he received the prestigious Performers Certificate and was a member of the premiere brass quintet, the Canterbury Brass. While earning his degrees in trumpet performance and literature, he also studied arranging and composition with Professor Rayburn Wright, formerly arranger for Radio City Music Hall. Mr. Snedecor is a former member of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and has held one-year positions with the National Symphony, the Kennedy Center Opera House Orchestra and the Baltimore Opera. Mr. Snedecor has performed and toured throughout the United States, Europe and Asia, and has appeared as guest principal trumpet with the St. Petersburg (Russia) “Tschaikowski” Orchestra, joining them on their 2012 US Tour. Recently Mr. Snedecor has been in demand as a guest principal with the Pittsburgh Ballet Orchestra and the Louisville Orchestra, and as guest trumpeter for the Boston Pops and Boston Symphony, both at Symphony Hall in Boston and at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA.As a show player, he has performed in the touring productions of Guys & Dolls, Phantom of the Opera, Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Evita and West Side Story. He has recorded under the RCA, CBS, Gothic, Koss, and Summit labels. Phil's solo CDs, The Lyrical Trumpet I and II are also available on the Summit Label.In 1993 Mr. Snedecor and National Symphony Principal Trombonist Milton Stevens co- founded The Washington Symphonic Brass, a 17-piece professional brass ensemble. They perform regularly for the Washington National Cathedral, St. Matthew's Cathedral, the Basilica at the Shrine of the...

Writing Fear: Russian Realism and the Gothic (U Toronto Press, 2022) argues that nineteenth-century Russian writers actively engaged with narrative models borrowed from European gothic fiction to articulate experiences such as fear, dread, and anxiety in realist literature. By examining a series of case studies focused on literary texts that address issue such as urban life, the women question, revolutionary terrorism, and the decline of the family, Katherine Bowers reveals the myriad ways in which political and cultural anxiety take shape via the gothic mode in the age of realism. Katherine Bowers is an Associate Professor within the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies at the University of British Columbia. She is an expert in Russian literature and culture, and her research interests include genre, narrative, environmental humanities, imagined geography, and digital humanities. She is also actively involved in the field of Dostoevsky studies and is a co-editor of A Dostoevskii Companion: Texts and Contexts (2018) and Dostoevsky at 200: The Novel in Modernity (2021). Iva Glisic is a historian and art historian specialising in modern Russia and the Balkans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literary-studies

Writing Fear: Russian Realism and the Gothic (U Toronto Press, 2022) argues that nineteenth-century Russian writers actively engaged with narrative models borrowed from European gothic fiction to articulate experiences such as fear, dread, and anxiety in realist literature. By examining a series of case studies focused on literary texts that address issue such as urban life, the women question, revolutionary terrorism, and the decline of the family, Katherine Bowers reveals the myriad ways in which political and cultural anxiety take shape via the gothic mode in the age of realism. Katherine Bowers is an Associate Professor within the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies at the University of British Columbia. She is an expert in Russian literature and culture, and her research interests include genre, narrative, environmental humanities, imagined geography, and digital humanities. She is also actively involved in the field of Dostoevsky studies and is a co-editor of A Dostoevskii Companion: Texts and Contexts (2018) and Dostoevsky at 200: The Novel in Modernity (2021). Iva Glisic is a historian and art historian specialising in modern Russia and the Balkans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Writing Fear: Russian Realism and the Gothic (U Toronto Press, 2022) argues that nineteenth-century Russian writers actively engaged with narrative models borrowed from European gothic fiction to articulate experiences such as fear, dread, and anxiety in realist literature. By examining a series of case studies focused on literary texts that address issue such as urban life, the women question, revolutionary terrorism, and the decline of the family, Katherine Bowers reveals the myriad ways in which political and cultural anxiety take shape via the gothic mode in the age of realism. Katherine Bowers is an Associate Professor within the Department of Central, Eastern, and Northern European Studies at the University of British Columbia. She is an expert in Russian literature and culture, and her research interests include genre, narrative, environmental humanities, imagined geography, and digital humanities. She is also actively involved in the field of Dostoevsky studies and is a co-editor of A Dostoevskii Companion: Texts and Contexts (2018) and Dostoevsky at 200: The Novel in Modernity (2021). Iva Glisic is a historian and art historian specialising in modern Russia and the Balkans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Gothic Industrial Music Ep136 - EBM - Dark Electro - Synthwave - Indie Synthpop Mixhttps://www.youtube.com/c/ShadowsRadioIndustrialEBMMusicMixesVenus in Aries - JusticeCovenant - Judge of my DomainFront Line Assembly - HatevolThe Synthetic Dream Foundation - The Spectre's MasqueradeEinstürzende Neubauten - Haus der LuegeBlutengel - ForeverHocico - Forgotten TearsNiky Nine - Exhausted DivinityProject Pitchfork - Enchanted Dots of LightSwitchblade Symphony - Doll House

This week, we have a short story from master of gothic fantasy horror, William Hope Hodgson.  Famous in his lifetime for his novels 'The House on the Borderland' and 'The Night Land', this short story, 'The Voice in the Night', has arguably been his most influential. Dark, brooding, fantastical, it bears the hallmarks of Hodgson's style, and its themes can be traced to the modern day, with horror works such as 'The Last of Us'. Books - (buying books from our Bookshop.org shop helps support this channel while also supporting local bookshops, at no cost to you):Books by our favourite authors - https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/the-well-told-taleThe Weird Tales of William Hope Hodgson - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9780712352338The House on the Borderland - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9781587155734The Night Land - https://uk.bookshop.org/a/9522/9798516192739I would like to thank my patrons: Joshua Clark, Maura Lee, Jane, John Bowles, Cade Norman, Matt Woodward and Spockk Kirkk.Support the show

In this episode: Aaron reads from his Sci-FI novel "Hayden's Dilemma PT6!" Have a listen! Simply AMAZING! Aaron's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aaronfrale New Book "Kal's Duty" Link: https://www.amazon.com/Kals-Duty-Teristaque-Book-3-ebook/dp/B0BS95CR63 Aaron's Horror Show: EMAIL: AARONSHORRORSHOW@GMAIL.COM FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/AaronsHorrorShow/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/AaronHorrorShow Copyright holder is Aaron Frale: All songs provided by Spiral Copyright 2022 Spiral. You can check out their music at http://thespiral.bandcamp.com   Shows on The RPA Podcast/Network: Mondays: Real Paranormal Activity - The Podcast Tuesdays: Aaron's Horror Show with Aaron Frale Wednesdays: Terry's Mysterious Moments With Terry From Texas Fridays:  Two Entertaining Short Films   REAL PARANORMAL ACTIVITY - THE PODCAST/NETWORK: Get our new App for iOS and Android! Its FREE! Download it now from the App stores! If you would like to listen to the archives, become a Premium Access member! For $3.99 a month you get unlimited access to the past Bonus, Listener Stories, Interviews and even audio books of Folklore from around the world! We use the funds for the show bills and to improve the show like the Apps! You can go to the website and click on the "Get Premium Access" button or you can register and also log into your existing account through the App! In the App just go to a Premium Episode and in the listing will be a "Padlock" icon. Tap on that and you will be brought into the Register/Login screen! You can then just use the App to log into your account or you can always go to the website! Thank you in advance and please enjoy yourselves!   Where else to find The RPA Podcast/Network: We're on all the major streaming audio platforms such as: Pandora, iHeart Radio Network, Spotify, Radio Public, etc, etc..    Ad Placement On RPA:  Have a product, service or book to promote? Have RPA brand you to the world at a fraction of the cost that others charge! Priced to fit any budget! You'll receive maximum exposure from RPA's listener audience of 161 countries! No Ad? No problem! We'll create one for you! Contact Aaron today! What have you got to lose? For details email: Aaron@RealParanormalActivity.com   NEW! The RPA SWAG STORE: You asked for it! You got it! Browse our large selection of RPA/Paranormal/Goth/Humor themed clothing for both men and women! We give you 30 DAYS to return your purchase(s) if you decide too! No questions asked! AMAZING! Enter the store here: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/RPAPodcast   Facebook Page: www.Facebook.com/Rpapodcast/ Website: www.RealParanormalActivity.com Twitter: @RPAPodcast Skype: RPAPodcast Hashtag: #RPAPodcast   Please take the RPA Survey. It'll help the show with future advertisers.

No book has ever made me so painfully aware of my nipples as Katrina Monroe's The Graveyard of Lost Children. And I won't ever have to breastfeed. Katrina's novel is a full-treatment of the horrors involved in motherhood. Yes there is love, but there is also social pressure, paranoia, loneliness and chafing! And that's before we even get to the spectral Black-Haired Woman who haunts the unlucky mothers of Katrina's second novel. Parenting horror has seen a lot of great titles in recent years, but this may be my favourite.In this episode we talk about changeling lore, about asylums, about the motif and metaphor of wells, and the creepiest mental health condition i've ever heard of.And I guarantee this is the only horror lit podcast of the week to feature the phrase “stool sample.”Enjoy!The Graveyard of Lost Children was published on May 9th by Poison Pen PressLink to The Burning of Bridget ClearyOther books mentioned in this episode include: They Drown our Daughters (2022), by Katrina MonroeIf We Were Villains (2017), by M. L. RioSuch a Pretty Smile (2022), by Kristi DeMeesterThe Good People (2016), by Hannah KentLast to Leave the Room (forthcoming 2023), by Caitlin StarlingSupport Talking Scared on PatreonCome talk books on Twitter @talkscaredpod, on Instagram, or email direct to talkingscaredpod@gmail.com Support the show