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Send us a textFor our Season 3 Finale, Generation X Paranormal sinks its fangs into the shadowy world of vampire mythology with special guest Rissa Miller. From the original Gothic terror of Bram Stoker's Dracula to the seductive immortals of Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles, we explore how vampire legends have evolved across centuries. This blood-chilling episode unpacks vampire symbolism, real-world folklore, and iconic portrayals from Nosferatu to modern pop culture. Join us for a deep dive into what keeps vampires eternally fascinating—and frightening.Whether you're Team Lestat, obsessed with Vlad the Impaler, or just love a good midnight story, this finale will leave you thirsting for more.Support the showFind us at: gxparanormal.com Watch On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@generationxparanormal Listen: • Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generation-x-paranormal/id1661845577?i=1000666351352 • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6zQmLQ0F78h8KRuVylps2v?si=79af02a218444d1f Follow us on Social Media: • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GenXParanormal • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/generationxparanormal/ • Twitter (X): https://x.com/GXParanormal

Join us on the Professor Liberty Podcast as we delve into the chilling history of Vlad the Impaler, the man behind the Dracula legend. Unravel the complex narrative of Vlad III, the ruler of Wallachia, whose brutal methods and defiance against the mighty Ottoman Empire positioned him as a controversial yet pivotal figure in Europe during the 15th century. Was Vlad III a cruel monster or a divine weapon used to thwart the Ottoman horde?  

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - Episode 365 - Vampire BridesLet's jump into Bram Stoker's 1897 Gothic novel - Dracula.  Now the character of Count Dracula draws from  draws from historical figures, folklore, and literary innovation, and is widely believed to be inspired by Vlad III Dracula (Vlad the Impaler), a 15th-century Wallachian prince known for his brutal tactics against Ottoman invaders.  The name "Dracula" derives from Vlad II Dracul, Vlad III's father, who belonged to the Order of the Dragon (Dracul meaning "dragon" or "devil" in Romanian).Now Bram Stoker - though we don't have any solid proof of this - likely encountered the name of Vlad the impaler - the 15th century Wallachian prince known for his brutal tactics against Ottoman invaders - in his research for his novel, but there is no proof that Stoker's modeled the Count directly on him. Scholars note Stoker's notes mention neither Vlad nor Transylvanian history in depth. He may have just liked the sound of the name.In fact, Stoker blended vampire folklore with Gothic tropes, possibly inspired by actors Sir Henry Irving (for Dracula's aristocratic demeanor) and Jacques Damala. Many scholars believe he lesbian vampire tale Carmilla (1872) also influenced the novel's tone.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

This is the last episode before the Season 3 Finale featuring Kent Chungus! In this episode Brad the Impaler, Wesley Weaseltits, Phil Downerpants, and the Research Department are joined by special guest Mitosis!

Featuring new music from 'Burner, Sledges, Writhe & Torzs. A live review of Cobra The Impaler & Hippotraktor at Corporation, Sheffield. We also review the brand new Mogwai documentary 'If The Stars Had A Sound'. Plus the usual news & chat from the alternative world.  Our new merch is now available at https://www.dethkult.co/collections/machograndepod Audible - audibletrial.com/machogrande Spotify Playlists Voicemail - 05603 689 842 contact us - info@machograndepodcast.co.uk Twitter - @machograndepod 'This (non profit) podcast is intended for promotional purposes only' Macho Grande Podcast' does not claim to own copyright etc, all copyright is respected to the artists and labels.

This show is brought to you by Brownells! We Like Shooting Episode 604 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Brownells, Midwest Industries, Black Rhino Concealment, Rost Martin, Night Fision, XTech Tactical, and Bowers Group   Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 604! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, […] The post We Like Shooting 604 – The Impaler appeared first on Firearms Radio Network.

In today's episode Patrick and Greg talk about outcomes that are count variables: when you need to worry about them and what you can do about them within your analytical models. Along the way they also mention: Bela Lugosi, Vlad the Impaler, Patrick the Poker, Count Chocula, Count von Count, drunken bar brawls, secret distributions, K!, bio breaks, second favorite child, Animal Farm, Cliff's notes, A's in band, and more equal zeros. Stay in contact with Quantitude! Web page: quantitudepod.org TwitterX: @quantitudepod YouTube: @quantitudepod Merch: redbubble.com

We Like Shooting Episode 604 This episode of We Like Shooting is brought to you by: Brownells, Midwest Industries, Black Rhino Concealment, Rost Martin, Night Fision, XTech Tactical, and Bowers Group   Welcome to the We Like Shooting Show, episode 604! Our cast tonight is Jeremy Pozderac, Aaron Krieger, Nick Lynch, and me Shawn Herrin, welcome to the show! Double Tap- Need more questions.   WLS- Need more reviews. - Gear Chat Aaron - Color Vision Tech Explained BUK OPS Primetime Color Vision Technology Nick - Rost Martin RM1C Breakdown Rost Martin RM1C Shawn - Radian's XMacro: Radian Weapons XMacro Shawn - Mischief Machine Frames Unpacked Mischief Machine Frames - Echelon. Shawn - Full stop from Die Free Co. Jeremy - RET-4RD3D is complete Savage1r - 3D Printable Halo kit adjusted and installed on Kel-Tec RDB. Bullet Points Shawn - Arc Update: What's New? 338 Arc Update Gun Fights Step right up for "Gun Fights," the high-octane segment hosted by Nick Lynch, where our cast members go head-to-head in a game show-style showdown! Each contestant tries to prove their gun knowledge dominance. It's a wild ride of bids, bluffs, and banter—who will come out on top? Tune in to find out! WLS is Lifestyle Death Row Drama: Inmate's Bold Choice for the Bullet Buffet A second inmate in South Carolina has opted for execution by firing squad, highlighting the state's controversial choice in execution methods amid ongoing debates about the death penalty. This decision may reignite discussions within the gun community regarding the implications of firearms in legal and penal contexts, while gun control advocates might find it uncomfortable as it underscores the use of guns in more traditional and legal settings. Aaron's Alley MidwayUSA Named Official Sponsor of the 2025 NRA Annual Meetings MidwayUSA Named Official Sponsor of the 2025 NRA Annual Meetings Going Ballistic National CCW Reciprocity: One Step Closer to Freedom The National CCW Reciprocity Bill has progressed through the House Judiciary Committee, aiming to allow the nationwide recognition of concealed carry permits. This development is seen as a significant win for gun rights advocates, reinforcing the Second Amendment and challenging the efforts of gun control proponents. Guns for Good Behavior? Trump Administration Eyes Second Chances for Convicts' Gun Rights DOJ Scrutiny: Anti-Gun Panic? ANALYSIS: DOJ's Probe of LA Sheriff May Be ‘Warning Sign' to Anti-Gun States Rights Reloaded: Trump's New Order Trump Signs Executive Order to Fast-Track Concealed Carry Permits in D.C. Another Day, Another Criminal Outmatched by a Law-Abiding Citizen A concealed carry holder in Chicago shot an alleged car burglar, raising discussions about self-defense rights and the effectiveness of gun control measures in reducing crime. This incident underscores the ongoing tension between gun rights advocates and those pushing for stricter regulations, highlighting the potential for lawful gun owners to protect themselves and their property. Let Freedom Export Guns! GOP Lawmakers Urge Commerce Secretary to Reverse Biden's Gun Export Ban Another Day, Another Attack on Freedom: Colorado's Latest Gun Control Madness A semiautomatic weapon ban and new ammunition controls have been passed and are now awaiting the signature of Colorado's governor. This legislation raises concerns within the gun community, as it could limit access to firearms and ammunition, provoking pushback from Second Amendment advocates. When Government Agencies Decide to Play with Guns: A Fun New Merge! The DOJ is considering merging the ATF and DEA, a move that could consolidate regulatory power over firearms and drugs. This proposal raises concerns within the gun community about increased oversight and pot...

**Discussion begins at 17:30**Today, Kait is taking us on a deep dive into the conspiracy theory that King Charles III is really a vampire is one of those quirky and bizarre claims that has circulated in some corners of the internet.  Is King Charles really a descendent of Dracula?  Does this explain the families profound anemia and sensitivity to light?  And could Princess Diana's knowledge of the family secret have played a role in her untimely death?Send us a textSupport the showTheme song by INDA

Check Playlist This episode of The Five Count featured an exclusive interview with musician Bill Lindsey. Bill is best known as the founder and vocalist of the legendary shock rock band Impaler. Known for albums like Rise of the Mutants, Wake Up Screaming and If We Had Brains… We'd Be Dangerous!, Impaler has been making music since 1983. During the show he discussed the re-release of the Wake Up Screaming album, his run-ins with the St. Paul ministers The Peters Brothers, and how Impaler offended Jesse "The Body" Ventura. See Impaler on Apr. 4 at the Turf Club in St. Paul!During the rest of the show we discussed the disappearance of former YouTube personality The LJN Defender, explained which shoes are best for the husky man on the go, and tried to figure out why Ton has such a weak upper lip. It's hard for him to grow a manly ‘stache! https://youtu.be/ujCVCqP9M_k?si=IiTnwXbuX2_dn2HF

In this final installment of our March podcast villain series, we decided to end with a character who has been interpreted in more ways than almost any other: Count Dracula.Meaghan and Arthur dove into this rich, multifaceted figure who has stood the test of time, appearing in literature, theater, film, television, comics, and even ballet. While Dracula is far from the first fictional villain, his enduring presence makes him one of the most iconic.Across generations, the character has been portrayed in so many forms that it almost becomes impossible to count. So we took on the challenge of tracing Dracula's origins, his evolution across media, and our own personal favorites from his cinematic portrayals.The Roots of DraculaWe began by introducing listeners to the original story of Dracula, the novel published in 1897 by Irish author Bram Stoker. The novel is set up in an epistolary format, meaning it's told through letters, journal entries, telegrams, and various documents — a storytelling method that adds a documentary-like authenticity to the supernatural tale.Much of it was written while Stoker stayed in Whitby, England, a location that eventually inspired part of the book's setting. In the story, Jonathan Harker travels to Transylvania to help a mysterious count named Dracula purchase property in England. Things spiral into horror as Dracula makes his way to London, bringing with him death and chaos.As we discussed, there's a longstanding debate about Dracula's real-life inspiration. The common theory connects him to Vlad the Impaler, a ruthless 15th-century ruler known for his violent methods. There's also speculation around Hungarian countess Elizabeth Bathory, infamous for allegedly bathing in the blood of young girls. However, newer scholarship suggests Stoker might have chosen the name "Dracula" simply because he misunderstood it to mean “devil” in Romanian.We also touched on the thematic weight of Dracula's character - how, especially during the Victorian era, he symbolized temptation, corruption, foreignness, and disease. His ability to lure women into his power and feed on them while they remained semi-willing created a metaphorical blend of sexuality, danger, and the fear of the “other” that resonated with readers of the time.Dracula on the Screen: From Shadows to SoundWe explored how Dracula's story was first visualized in cinema, starting with the silent film Nosferatu (1922), a German adaptation that changed character names to avoid copyright issues.Despite efforts by Stoker's widow to have all copies destroyed, a few prints survived, and the film became a cult classic. Nosferatu laid the groundwork for what would become the Dracula visual standard — looming figures, haunting silhouettes, and unsettling stillness.We then examined the 1931 Dracula film starring Bela Lugosi, the first officially licensed screen adaptation. Lugosi's performance shaped the image of Dracula in popular culture: the accent, the cape, the stare.We learned that Lugosi performed the role phonetically, not speaking English fluently, which added to the eerie stillness of his portrayal. Interestingly, a Spanish-language version was filmed simultaneously using the same sets, which many critics consider to be superior in certain technical aspects.Dracula became the foundation for Universal Studios' “monster movie” identity, alongside Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Wolfman. These films established a shared aesthetic that would be drawn upon for decades.Waves of Interpretation: Gothic Horror to Sexy VampiresFrom the 1950s through the 1970s, we saw a gothic revival of Dracula through Hammer Horror films, most prominently featuring Christopher Lee. We both appreciated Lee's version — a charismatic, regal Dracula — and talked about how he portrayed the character in seven different Hammer films. In some of those, he even refused to speak if he found the lines poorly written, creating a more silent, menacing figure.The 1970s also brought in more playful and unconventional interpretations, like Blacula, a Blaxploitation reimagining. We highlighted how William Marshall's portrayal introduced a sophisticated, socially aware Dracula figure who challenged racial themes head-on. There was also Frank Langella's Dracula, which leaned heavily into romantic seduction, further evolving the character from monster to tragic anti-hero.Then came the 1992 film Bram Stoker's Dracula by Francis Ford Coppola, starring Gary Oldman, Keanu Reeves, and Winona Ryder. While visually rich and ambitious in scope, we felt it was uneven — a mix of great performances and questionable choices, particularly with casting and pacing.Modern Spins and ReinventionWe also explored how Dracula has fared in the 21st century. In the 2000s, the character began to be molded in more experimental or comedic directions. We discussed Dracula 2000, which offered a wildly original origin story — portraying Dracula as Judas Iscariot, cursed with immortality for betraying Jesus. Despite the film's overall mediocrity, we admired the creativity of that take.Then, there was Dracula Untold (2014), a more action-oriented approach that reconnected Dracula to Vlad the Impaler. While not universally loved, we found it entertaining and appreciated its attempt to craft a distinct backstory. Meanwhile, the 2020 BBC/Netflix miniseries Dracula starring Claes Bang impressed both of us deeply. We praised it as one of the most creative and engaging portrayals in recent memory, successfully blending horror, humor, and charisma.We also talked about recent comedic takes like Renfield (2023), with Nicolas Cage going full camp as Dracula. Cage's performance stood out despite the film's weaknesses — we both agreed he injected new life into a familiar character. Additionally, animated versions like Hotel Transylvania took Dracula in a fully comedic, family-friendly direction.Cultural Impact and CuriositiesBeyond film, Dracula has appeared across multiple mediums. We were fascinated to learn that he had a run in Marvel comics in the 1970s in Tomb of Dracula, which also introduced Blade. There were radio adaptations, most notably one with Orson Welles, and even ballet productions like Dracula: Pages from a Virgin's Diary, combining gothic horror with Canadian ballet.We included several TV portrayals in our honorable mentions, such as the Buffy the Vampire Slayer episode “Buffy vs. Dracula,” and a Supernatural episode featuring a Dracula-inspired shapeshifter. These versions brought humor and novelty to the character, continuing his evolution into satire and pastiche.And, of course, we couldn't forget the Count from Sesame Street — likely the only Dracula interpretation who's never been evil, only educational.Our Personal Rankings and Final ThoughtsWe each compiled a top-five ranking of our favorite portrayals of Dracula. While our picks varied in the lower ranks — with shoutouts to Nosferatu, Blacula, Dracula Untold, Nicolas Cage's Renfield Dracula, and the 1931 Bela Lugosi version — we both agreed that Claes Bang's portrayal in the 2020 miniseries was number one. His performance captured a blend of menace, charm, and unpredictability that felt refreshing and memorable.As we wrapped up the episode, we reflected on how Dracula, as a character, has endured through decades because of his adaptability. Whether terrifying, seductive, tragic, or hilarious, Dracula continues to evolve with the times. From Victorian fears to modern humor, he offers creators endless possibilities to reimagine what a vampire — and a villain — can be.We're wrapping up villain month with this tribute, but we're excited to start a brand new theme next week. Dracula might be going back to his coffin for now, but he'll certainly rise again.

Before Johannes Gutenberg's revolutionary invention, knowledge was a privilege accessible only to the wealthy, the powerful, or the devout. In this world, ideas travelled slowly, and were constrained by the limits of human hand.  So when, in the mid-15th century, Gutenberg invented the printing press, it became so much more than a machine. Ideas could be replicated by the thousands, making it the first great equaliser of information. But how did this seemingly humble invention fuel the fires of the Renaissance? How did it change Europe's relationship with the church, and give rise to the Reformation? And how did it help to shape the reputations of historical figures, from Vlad the Impaler, to Joan of Arc? This is a Short History Of The Printing Press. A Noiser Production. Written by Sean Coleman. With thanks to John Man, historian, travel writer, and author of The Gutenberg Revolution, The Story of a Genius and an Invention that Changed the World.   Get every episode of Short History Of a week early with Noiser+. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus material, and early access to shows across the Noiser network. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you're on Spotify or Android, go to noiser.com/subscriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes his journey into spiritual traditions began when he discovered that Vlad the Impaler (the real Dracula) was actually defeated by Muslim warriors - a fact most history books conveniently ignore. This revelation led him down a fascinating path exploring how European and Middle Eastern spiritual traditions intertwined throughout history.He has uncovered forgotten stories of how spiritual alchemy became a practical attempt at Hermeticism , how ancient Roman legions carried Egyptian mystery cults across the empire, and how medieval trade routes became superhighways for exchanging not just goods, but spiritual knowledge.Through his work on Tales of Khayr, he now helps resurrect these lost narratives."If you're a Muslim who loves comic books and manga, you know how frustrating it is to see your Deen and culture attacked in mainstream media. You want to enjoy stories that are fun, exciting, and respectful of your beliefs–but you can't find them anywhere. If you're like me, then you are tired of paying people who hate Islam to entertain you. You deserve better. You deserve stories that inspire you to be a better Muslim and a better man –not portray your heroes as bloodthirsty terrorists.Where to find Wes/Tales of Khayr:https://talesofkhayr.com/Visit our sponsor ShopReclaimRepurpose:https://shopreclaimrepurpose.etsy.com?coupon=STIJNFAWKESTAFLGet your clean THC infused Seltzer at:shop.getgoodfeels.comWhere to find the Tribe of the Greyhorn Pagans:https://www.greyhornpagans.com/https://linktr.ee/greyhornpaganshttps://linktr.ee/firefae Support the Greyhorn Pagans:https://www.patreon.com/Greyhornpaganshttps://ko-fi.com/greyhornpaganshttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/greyhorn-pagans-podcast--6047518/support BUY OUR MERCH:https://www.bonfire.com/store/tribe-of-the-greyhorn-pagans/ Podcast recorded with Riverside Studios:https://www.riverside.fm/?via=stijnfawkesMusic used:Intro: Witchhouse Requiem by Humanfobia https://humanfobia-official.bandcamp.com/album/epitafio-fantasmal-2021Outro: Viking/Medieval Theme by M-Murray -- https://freesound.org/s/723202/ -- License: Attribution NonCommercial 4.0

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - Episode 339 - “Blood is My Beauty Secret”I want to devote the next few episodes to Elizabeth Bathory -I read that she was a distant descendant of Vlad the Impaler - sounds interesting but like so many of the tales of the region - apparently was a fabrication.But - getting back to Elizabeth's life - her existence (I am not sure how much of it is true)  does qualify as a one that seems like it is from a very dark Gothic novel. Elizabeth Báthory, also known as the "Blood Countess," is a historical figure shrouded in both infamy and mystery. Born in 1560 into a powerful Hungarian noble family, she is alleged to have tortured and killed hundreds of young women between 1590 and 1610, earning her a reputation as one of history's most prolific female murderers. However, her story is complex, with elements of political intrigue, gender dynamics, and folklore.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

Send us a text“Enjoy this episode? Please share it with at least ONE friend who you think needs to hear it!”Biblical historian, Christian contrarian researcher, and author of The Genesis 6 Conspiracy, Gary Wayne reveals the shocking truth behind secret societies, ancient bloodlines, and their hidden influence on human history in episode 191 of Far Out with Faust.From the Nephilim and the Watchers of Genesis 6 to the Freemasons, Jesuits, and the Priory of Sion, Gary exposes the elite families who claim divine rights to rule the world. He unpacks the House of Windsor's bloodline, King Charles III's connection to Vlad the Impaler, and how powerful dynasties—including the Romanovs and Tsars—are still fighting for control today. Are we living in the final stages of an ancient New World Order prophecy? And what do UFOs, fallen angels, and interdimensional beings have to do with it?Topics include:•The Genesis 6 Conspiracy — the hidden war between humanity and the fallen ones•How royal bloodlines trace their lineage to gods, giants, and Nephilim•The House of Windsor, King Charles III, and their occult connections•The Romanov dynasty, Vladimir Putin, and the battle of bloodlines•The Jesuits, Freemasons, and Priory of Sion — who really runs the world?•World Wars as elite-engineered conflicts to reshape global power•Why modern institutions suppress ancient knowledge and forbidden texts•UFOs, fallen angels, and interdimensional entities—is there a connection?•The Book of Enoch and other lost scriptures that rewrite history•Atlantis, the New World Order, and the origins of global control•The real meaning behind Lord of the Rings and the myth of the Ringlords•The missing years of Jesus—was he trained in secret schools?•Could biblical prophecy explain current global events?•The occult, alchemy, and the suppressed sciences of the ancient world…and much more!

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - This is Episode 330 - The Year Without a Summer, Part One - the 1815 explosion of Mount Tambora would have been much longer, and much louder, and become an ecological terror.Now, In the past few episodes, Poe has delved into Ivan the Terrible and Vlad the Impaler - two historical figures, whether by sensibility or mythology, have played a role in the development of Poe's approach to subject matter for writing - but an event occurred in 1815 that changed everything - an weather event that inspired literary works such as Lord Byron's poem Darkness and Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1818), reflecting themes of despair influenced by environmental catastrophe.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - Episode 355 - Vlad the Impaler, Part TwoIn the previous episode, I talked excusively about the historical figure - Vlad the Impaler.  But in this episode, I want to introduce a literary figure - Dracula - who is often confused with that historical figure - Vlad the Impaler.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

Send us a textWelcome to Celebrate Poe - Episode 328 - Vlad the Impaler, Part OneVlad the Impaler was a 15th-century ruler of Wallachia, a historical region in modern-day Romania. His life and reign were marked by political intrigue, military campaigns, and extreme cruelty, earning him a fearsome reputation that persists to this day. Vlad's legacy is deeply tied to his brutal methods of punishment, particularly impalement, which has made him both a national hero in Romania and he is said to be the inspiration for Bram Stoker's fictional vampire, Count Dracula.Thank you for experiencing Celebrate Poe.

In part one of our exploration of the Transylvanian tyrant turned tourist trap, we break down some of Dracula's origins. Don't worry, this is not going to be that same old "Dracula is based on Vlad the Impaler" lecture that you've already heard. It's much stranger than that. And much more wonderful.Then we start to place the good Count into some of his earliest theme park appearances.Part 2 should be up next week!Thanks for listening!We'd love it if you would give us a cheeky little review on your podcast platform of choice. They're really helpful.Come visit our Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1511094196139406 or drop us a note to comments@lowdown-plus-up.com and let us know any questions or comments about how YOU would like to plus-something-up! We are a Boardwalk Times production.Boardwalk Times, https://boardwalktimes.net/Boardwalk Times store, https://boardwalktimes.store .

In this Dailycast episode of Wrestling Coast to Coast, Chris Maitland and Justin McClelland review House of Glory's Final Warning 2025 featuring Mike Santana vs. Kenta for the HOG title in a 30-minute classic, cause célèbre Ricky Starks goes up against the always bizarre Charles Mason, and Mane Event battle Cold Blooded Killers for the tag belts with a great setup for their next match. Plus, they talk about the new WWE Evolve with a lot of WWEID wrestlers involved, being in the middle of a Kenta-ssance, Goto Gossip, and a whole lot more. For VIP, they head back to Pittsburgh for Enjoy Wrestling where the other Mane Event defend their tag titles against show faves Waves and Curls in a great match and Sonny Kiss battles Max the Impaler in a very confusing match.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Beneath the forests of Kentucky, Mammoth Cave hides a labyrinth of ghostly souls, eerie echoes, and dark secrets that have lingered for centuries.Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVIN THIS EPISODE: Where did Bram Stoker get his idea for Dracula? Hint – it was not, as many believe, Vlad the Impaler. (Bram Stoker's Inspiration) *** Ronald Gene Simmons went on a 16 person murder spree – and 14 of them were his own family. (Serial Killer Ronald Gene Simmons) *** In the world of Harry Potter, figures like Grindewald and Voldemort meet in dark rooms to work their evil magic plans against those whom they consider enemies. But is there a real-life version of such dark magic meetings? (Grindelwald and Secret Societies) *** A dark figure appears out of nowhere to terrify a man in his own home. (Inter-Dimensional Shadow Person) *** The largest haunted place in the world isn't a house, mansion, asylum, or even a forest or lake– it's a giant cave in Kentucky, and not only is it haunted – it is extremely creepy. (Kentucky's Mammoth Cave)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In00:00:56.319 = Show Open00:02:48.448 = Bram Stoker's Inspiration00:13:44.021 = Serial Killer Ronald Gene Simmons00:22:21.719 = Grindelwald and Secret Societies00:29:19.153 = Interdimensional Shadow Person00:34:48.780 = Kentucky's Mammoth Cave, Part 101:04:45.889 = Kentucky's Mammoth Cave, Part 201:33:49.577 = Kentucky's Mammoth Cave, Part 301:48:24.710 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Episode Page at WeirdDarkness.com: https://weirddarkness.com/MammothCave“Serial Killer Ronald Gene Simmons” by Kara Goldfarb: https://tinyurl.com/qnvc2oo“Grindelwald and Secret Societies”: https://tinyurl.com/wm2ka6z“Interdimensional Shadow Person”: https://tinyurl.com/vjgdmva“Bram Stoker's Inspiration” by Doug MacGowan: https://tinyurl.com/y8u4m4mt“Kentucky's Mammoth Cave” by Troy Taylor: https://tinyurl.com/s6eojxj=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 10, 2018TRANSCRIPT: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/sczyseeb

A new year always means more important anniversaries. We hate to remind our more veteran listeners that the year 1985 is 40 (!!) years old now! It was an important and pivotal year for Metaldom, to which the effects are still being felt today. So this time we're going deep into '85. We're going over some of the fantastic albums that hit the racks and some of the amazing bands that first hit the garage. Great times!   In our "News, Views and Tunes", we discuss the LA fires and the "Invoking Yell" black metal found footage film. Musically, we crank Grave Digger, Bloodfeast, Minor Threat, Savage Grace, Impaler, Extreme Noise Terror, Black Lace, Satanic Slaughter, Sadistik Executioner, Axetasy and we introduce ChiTown's Gloryhole Guillotine (!!) in our "Indie Spotlight".   Horns Up!

The Fat One is back and is gushing about the Ham Map before nattering about his book and answering a voiceletter. Happy National Hot Pastrami Sandwich Day (aka The Impaler).

**For this History This Week special feature, Sally interviews director Robert Eggers about his new historically inspired film, Nosferatu.** Winter, 1476. Vlad III is a prince in Wallachia, in present-day Romania. He is a violent man, so violent that he earns the nickname "Vlad the Impaler." He also has another name that he inherited from his father: Dracula. Dracula is constantly fighting for his crown, but today, that fight will come to an end. His headless body will be discovered in a marsh, stuck down by his enemies. But his legend will live on. Dracula pops up in stories throughout Europe over the next few centuries, until author Bram Stoker decides to combine this legend with the latest fictional craze, vampires. His book, Dracula, becomes the king of the genre. It inspires numerous adaptations, including a silent film called Nosferatu. It's considered one of the most important horror movies in history. Over 100 years later, director Robert Eggers has reimagined the original Nosferatu and adapted it for a modern audience. In a conversation with Eggers, we asked, how did he make a blood-sucking monster feel like a historical figure? And where do vampires fit into our lives today? Special thanks to Robert Eggers, director of Nosferatu. We also used a great book to help research this episode, Dracula: Prince of Many Faces, by Radu Florescu and Raymond McNally. To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com

**For this History This Week special feature, Sally interviews director Robert Eggers about his new historically inspired film, Nosferatu.** Winter, 1476. Vlad III is a prince in Wallachia, in present-day Romania. He is a violent man, so violent that he earns the nickname "Vlad the Impaler." He also has another name that he inherited from his father: Dracula. Dracula is constantly fighting for his crown, but today, that fight will come to an end. His headless body will be discovered in a marsh, stuck down by his enemies. But his legend will live on. Dracula pops up in stories throughout Europe over the next few centuries, until author Bram Stoker decides to combine this legend with the latest fictional craze, vampires. His book, Dracula, becomes the king of the genre. It inspires numerous adaptations, including a silent film called Nosferatu. It's considered one of the most important horror movies in history. Over 100 years later, director Robert Eggers has reimagined the original Nosferatu and adapted it for a modern audience. In a conversation with Eggers, we asked, how did he make a blood-sucking monster feel like a historical figure? And where do vampires fit into our lives today? Special thanks to Robert Eggers, director of Nosferatu. We also used a great book to help research this episode, Dracula: Prince of Many Faces, by Radu Florescu and Raymond McNally. To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com

**For this HTW special feature, Sally interviews director Robert Eggers about his new historically inspired film, Nosferatu.** Winter, 1476. Vlad III is a prince in Wallachia, in present-day Romania. He is a violent man, so violent that he earns the nickname "Vlad the Impaler." He also has another name that he inherited from his father: Dracula. Dracula is constantly fighting for his crown, but today, that fight will come to an end. His headless body will be discovered in a marsh, stuck down by his enemies. But his legend will live on. Dracula pops up in stories throughout Europe over the next few centuries, until author Bram Stoker decides to combine this legend with the latest fictional craze, vampires. His book, Dracula, becomes the king of the genre. It inspires numerous adaptations, including a silent film called Nosferatu. It's considered one of the most important horror movies in history. Over 100 years later, director Robert Eggers has reimagined the original Nosferatu and adapted it for a modern audience. In a conversation with Eggers, we asked, how did he make a blood-sucking monster feel like a historical figure? And where do vampires fit into our lives today? Special thanks to Robert Eggers, director of Nosferatu. We also used a great book to help research this episode, Dracula: Prince of Many Faces, by Radu Florescu and Raymond McNally. To stay updated: historythisweekpodcast.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick things off with a riveting discussion on a recent sensational headline: the assassination of a US Healthcare CEO, questioning whether it is an act of justice or evil. We delve into the political sphere with the introduction of a new "czar" for AI and crypto, spotlighting the groundbreaking updates in artificial intelligence, including some unusual developments like a robot dog owned by Trump and an AI version of Jesus in Switzerland. Listeners will get an exclusive peek into Tom's recent eye-opening trip to Mar-a-Lago, where he shares insights into the dynamics of networking and political power, including an impromptu encounter with Donald Trump. He explores the evolving nature of AI and digital reality, making compelling comparisons to historical milestones like the printing press and projecting a future filled with both promise and peril. Tom and Drew tackle the perpetual "battle of the sexes," discussing inherent differences in male and female minds, how these affect relationships, and the changing cultural landscape. They analyze economic disparities, reflecting on wealth distribution, and provide actionable advice on leveraging investments like real estate and Bitcoin, amid the backdrop of a continually manipulated economic system. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Wild episode: AI, crypto power plays, intrigue. 11:25 Many people's unanchored ethics are concerning. 15:57 Distrust ourselves due to personal biases. 19:50 Long-term stock market investing via index funds. 27:07 Uncharted AI, crypto, criticized Biden's handling. 28:42 Regulations immobilize growth, likened to ensnaring giant. 37:02 Intelligent life collapses into virtual worlds. 39:24 Cross-world assets with permanence via physical device. 45:56 AI integration will astound and deeply impact lives. 50:31 The impact of AI birthing on control. 58:37 Vlad the Impaler's brutal impalement described. 01:02:47 Cenk and Anna seem to shift rightward. 01:09:57 I navigate life using aggressive binaries. 01:15:30 Respect and love are crucial for relationships. 01:18:18 Cultural identity linked to creativity in motherhood. 01:22:07 Women want protection and dedication from men. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Rosetta Stone: Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com Miro: Bring your teams to Miro's revolutionary Innovation Workspace and be faster from idea to outcome at https://miro.com Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Found Banking: Stop getting lost in countless finance apps and try Found for free at https://found.com/impact Momentous: Shop now at https://livemomentous.com and use code IMPACT for 20% your new Momentous routine Factor: Get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month while your subscription is active at https://factormeals.com/impacttheory50 with code impacttheory50 StopBox: Get 10% off, plus Buy One Get One Free for the StopBox Pro with code IMPACT at https://stopboxusa.com What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.  Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A figure of mythic proportions during his lifetime, Vlad the Impaler's notoriety receded over the centuries only to be resurrected in the 1970s, when a pair of Boston University scholars went public with theories connecting him to Bram Stoker's Count Dracula. We begin with snippet of Francis Ford Coppola's 1992 film, Bram Stoker's Dracula, the … Read More Read More The post Vlad the Impaler appeared first on Bone and Sickle.

Vlad the Impaler is one of history's most terrifying villains. A leader who used torture, terrorism, and sadistic punishment to retain his grip on power. Though he was considered a folk hero by some in his homeland, for many, he's the inspiration behind the most spine-chilling tale of all time: Bram Stoker's Dracula. But what sparked Vlad's bloodthirsty obsession? How did he come to give his name - Dracul - to a vampire? And when it comes to medieval violence and tyranny, how did Vlad the Impaler keep raising the stakes? This is a Short History Of Vlad the Impaler. A Noiser production. Written by Jo Furniss. With thanks to Dacre Stoker, the great grandnephew of Bram Stoker, and a historian and writer of modern Dracula novels. Get every episode of Short History Of a week early with Noiser+. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus material, and early access to shows across the Noiser network. Click the Noiser+ banner to get started. Or, if you're on Spotify or Android, go to noiser.com/subscriptions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back! I start with the Update, then ask Chatty G some stuff before he goes emo. Then I go to Manny's a Reel Boy. I then Poke My Jokes from Monday at Dojo and Thursday at Bogeys. I end in WorldStar Corner. There I talk about Orlando Blooms craziness, and voting issues, I play women abuse, Charleston White, Fousey drama, high value men, Vlad the Impaler, Cardi B not actually endorsing Kamala, why you shouldn't get divorced, and why Lil Wayne deserves to play the Superbowl. I end in some funnies about politics, being roasted, and some advice and options on how to handle tough situations. I hope you enjoy it and Rate Review and Subscribe if not already! I love you all and see you next week God Willing! IA!

Jan 2025 Solicits (Marvel, IDW, Dark Horse, Others) Longbox of Horror 2024 Part 4: The Mangler Comic Reviews: DC o        All In §  Detective Comics 1090 by Tom Taylor, Mikel Janin §  Green Arrow 17 (350) by Joshua Williamson, Amancay Nahuelpan, Romulo Fajardo Jr.; Chris Condon, Montos, Adriano Lucas §  Harley Quinn 44 by Elliott Kalan, Mindy Lee, Triona Farrell §  Nightwing 119 by Dan Watters, Dexter Soy, Veronica Gandini o        Absolute Wonder Woman 1 by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire o        DC Horror Presents 1 by David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, Cat Staggs, Romulo Fajardo Jr.; Boulet Brothers, Butch Mapa, Kristian Rossi o        Green Lantern Dark 1 by Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Giovanna Niro Marvel o        Alien Romulus 1 by Zac Thompson, Daniel Picciotto, Yen Nitro o        Iron Man 1 by Spencer Ackerman, Julius Ohta, Alex Sinclair o        Marvel Unlimited §  Beastly Buddies 2 by Steve Foxe, Armand Bodnar, KJ Diaz Dark Horse o        Headless Horseman Halloween Special by David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, Sara Stella Scalia, Mauro; Ben Stenbeck, Matt Smith; Lukas Ketner, Eryk Donovan; James Asmus, Chris Panda; Jay Martin o        Space Usagi: White Star Rising 1 by Stan Sakai, Emi Fujii Dynamite o        Powerpuff Girls Halloween Special by Amanda Diebert, Cat Staggs IDW o        Godzilla's Monsterpiece Theatre 1 by Tom Scioli Image o        Feeding 1 by David Booher, Drew Zucker, Vittorio Astone o        Nullhunter 1 by Michael Walsh, Gustaffo Vargas o        Sacred Damned (Horizon Experiment) 1 by Sabir Pirzada, Michael Walsh, Toni Marie Griffin o        Voices In My Head 1 by Joe Pruett, Andrew Robinson, Phil Hester, Bruce McCorkindale, Juan Doe, Michael Gaydos, Bil Ruth, Guy Major Mad Cave o        Hour of the Wolf 1 by Mark London, Danilo Beyruth, Fabi Marques ComiXology o        Groupies by Helen Mullane, Tula Lotay OGN Countdown o        Sublime: $5 at the Door by Ryan Cady, Audrey Mok, Alex Diotti, Hayden Sherman, Logan Faerber, Bill Masuku, Robert Ahmad, Julianne Griepp o        Sweetness Between Us by Sarah Winifred Searle o        Neo Pets: The Omelette Fairie by Rebecca Mix, Heather Burns o        Medusa by Tony Parker, Tamra Bonvillain o        Thief of the Heights by Son M, Robin Yao o        Star Trek Lower Decks: Warp Your Own Way by Ryan North, Chris Fenoglio o        Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li Chen o        Dracula Book 1: The Impaler by Matt Wagner, Kelley Jones, Jose Villarrubia o        Cooking with Monsters vol 2: Harm-to-Table by Jordan Alsaqa, Vivian Truong o        Swing by Audrey Meeker, Sarah Davidson o        Sidekicks by Dan Santat o        My Time Machine by Carol Lay Additional Reviews:         Agatha ep7         Crossing Over Express         Spencer and Locke         Sweetpea         Venom 3 News: Capullo controversy, Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, Wonka 2 greenlit, OGN by Hickman/Del Mondo, s3 of Good Omens now a 90-minute movie, Kelly Williams gofundme, new Fear Street movie announced, Jumanji sequel Trailers: That Christmas Comics Countdown (23 October 2024): 1.     Absolute Wonder Woman 1 by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire 2.     Godzilla: Monsterpiece Theatre 1 by Tom Scioli 3.     Superman 19 by Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora, Alejandro Sanchez 4.     Green Lantern Dark 1 by Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Giovanna Niro 5.     Moon is Following Us 2 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Riley Rossmo, Mike Spicer 6.     Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 by Jason Aaron, Cliff Chiang 7.     Power Fantasy 3 by Kieron Gillen, Caspar Wijngaard 8.     Rook: Exodus 6 by Geoff Johns, Jason Fabok, Brad Anderson 9.     Standstill 3 by Lee Loughridge, Andrew Robinson 10.  Universal Monsters: Frankenstein 3 by Michael Walsh, Toni-Maria Griffin  

Poenari Castle is a ruined fortress located in Romania, perched high on a cliff overlooking the Argeș River. It is historically associated with Vlad the Impaler, the 15th-century ruler of Wallachia who inspired Bram Stoker's character Dracula and is sometimes referred to as "Dracula's real castle. Discover more TERRIFYING podcasts at http://eeriecast.com/ Follow Carman Carrion!  https://www.instagram.com/carmancarrion/?hl=en https://twitter.com/CarmanCarrion Subscribe to Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/0uiX155WEJnN7QVRfo3aQY Please Review Us on iTunes! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/freaky-folklore/id1550361184 Music and sound effects used in the Destination Terror Podcast have or may have been provided/created by:  CO.AG: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcavSftXHgxLBWwLDm_bNvA Myuu: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiSKnkKCKAQVxMUWpZQobuQ Jinglepunks: https://jinglepunks.com/ Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/ Kevin MacLeod: http://incompetech.com/ Dark Music: https://soundcloud.com/darknessprevailspodcast Soundstripe: http Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is an audio reading, with some commentary, of my historical essay on Vlad The Impaler. Follow me on substack for more longform and podcast content. This audio covers the events of his life that earned him his reputation and legend, but it is only an excerpt of the essay, which includes many pictures, maps, and a note on the historical sources. If you're interested in what you hear, read the essay, it goes on to explain some of the political intrigue behind the scenes of these events. 

In this spine-tingling episode of The Halloween Podcast, host Lyle Perez sits down with Ronald L. Murphy Jr.—a renowned author, historian, and paranormal investigator—to explore the rich and shadowy history of vampires. Together, they trace the evolution of vampire lore from ancient Mesopotamian myths to the iconic figure of Dracula, weaving through tales of Vlad the Impaler's bloodthirsty rule and the haunting legends of Lilith. With Dracula as a focal point, they examine how this character became the enduring face of vampire mythology. Whether you're captivated by folklore, history, or supernatural tales, this episode offers a fascinating journey into the origins and cultural impact of vampires. Be sure to subscribe and leave a review to support the show! Ronald L Murphy Jr. - Amazon Like Our Facebook page for more Halloween fun: www.Facebook.com/TheHalloweenPodcast ORDER PODCAST MERCH! Website: www.TheHalloweenPodcast.com Email: TheHalloweenPodcast@gmail.com X: @TheHalloweenPod Support the Show: www.patreon.com/TheHalloweenPod Get bonus Halloween content and more! Just for Patreon supporters! Check out my other show! Find it on iTunes - Amazing Advertising http://amazingadvertising.podomatic.com/ Keywords: vampires, Ronald L. Murphy Jr., Vlad the Impaler, Lilith, Dracula, vampire lore, Mesopotamian legends, Halloween

A basic introduction to the wine of the Romania this episode explores some of the history, regions, grapes and unique wine styles. Dracula stops by for "a taste" and we bring it all home with gods and goddesses.  Resources from this episode: Books:  The Oxford Companion to Wine [5th Edition, Kindle Edition], Harding, J., Robinson, J., Thomas, T. (2023) Wine Grapes: A Complete Guide to 1,368 Vine Varieties, Including Their Origins and Flavours [Kindle Edition], Robinson, J., Harding, J., Vouillamoz, J. (2013) Websites: Decanter: Romania - A Journey to Where the Future Unfolds, Decanter Staff, (17 March 2024) https://www.decanter.com/sponsored/romania-a-journey-to-where-the-future-unfolds-523368/?utm_source=perplexity Gilbert Gaillard: “Ma Roumanie Contée” - Tales of Romanian Wine, Scavo, J. (2 July 2022) https://www.gilbertgaillard.com/en/magazine/discovery/ma-roumanie-contee-tales-of-romanian-wine?utm_source=perplexity Imperial Transilvania: Cotnari Wines, The Liquid Gold of Romania, Chiru, I. (7 June 2024) https://www.imperialtransilvania.com/2018/07/24/read-more/argomenti/local-products-1/articolo/cotnari-wines-the-liquid-gold-of-romania.html Liz Thach MW: Wine Goddesses Around the World, Thach, L. ( 29 October 2009) https://lizthachmw.com/winetravelstories/wine-goddesses-around-the-world/?utm_source=perplexity Rolandia: History of Dracula and the Connection with Transylvania (n.d.) https://rolandia.eu/en/blog/history-of-romania/history-of-dracula-and-the-connection-between-him-and-transylvania Romania Experience: Vlad the Impaler aka Dracula - Everything You Should Know About the Romanian Legend, Calin, (29 August 2023) https://www.romaniaexperience.com/vlad-the-impaler-aka-dracula/ Seven Fifty Daily, Mazzeo, J. (14 November 2022) What You Need to Know About Romanian Wine https://daily.sevenfifty.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-romanian-wine/ The Wine Economist: Misunderstanding Romanian Wine, Veseth, M. (11 December 2018) https://wineeconomist.com/2018/12/11/romania-2/ WSET Global: An Introduction to Romanian Wine, Scavo, J. (31 January 2023) https://www.wsetglobal.com/knowledge-centre/blog/2023/january/31/an-introduction-to-the-wines-of-romania/?utm_source=perplexity World Atlas: Romania https://www.worldatlas.com/maps/romania Glass in Session® Episodes Relevant to this Episode: S10E4: Wines of Ukraine, Yesterday, Today, and a Hopeful Tomorrow https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/s10e4-wines-of-ukraine-yesterday-today-and-a-hopeful-tomorrow S12E6: Croatia Corkdorkery https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/croatia-corkdorkery-s12e6 S17E1: Wine of the Czech Republic https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/wine-of-the-czech-republic S17E2: Wine of the Slovak Republic https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/website/wine-of-the-slovak-republic-s17e2 S17E3: Hungarian Wine and Feasting While Crying https://glassinsession.libsyn.com/hungarian-wine-and-feasting-while-crying-s17e3   Glass in Session® swag mentioned in this show: https://www.teepublic.com/user/glass-in-session Glass in Session® is a registered trademark of Vino With Val, LLC. Music: “Write Your Story” by Joystock (Jamendo.com cc_Standard License, Jamendo S.A.) Sound Effects: Pixabay

Another episode of Octo-Beer:30 is in store! Make sure you listen in on this one as we discuss Vlad the Impaler!It's always Beer:30 when Luke, Drew, and Nick are on the mics!

Our favourite spooky artist Kelley Jones returns for our 7th annual Halloween chat. This year we talk about the recently released Dracula Volume 1 : The Impaler, and Kelley explains why his depictions of Vlad's impalements are so horrifically accurate. We also get into Dracula Volume 2 : The Brides, which is currently on Kickstarter here: http://kck.st/3zPYbAG As always, we pick Kelley's brain for some Halloween horror movie recommendations, and learn what movie scared him the most, as well as lots of talk about comics and art.

 In this episode, we relax our usual format a bit as Bryan Stratton, Robb Milne and Jamie Wenger from the Marvel by the Month podcast join us to discuss (and assign ratings to) some iconic -- and less-than-iconic -- Jack Kirby monsters from before Marvel's superhero era! Monsters discussed in this episode: ·       Diablo, the Demon From the Fifth Dimension! (Tales of Suspense #9, 1959) ·       Taboo, the Thing From the Murky Swamp! (Strange Tales #75, 1960) ·       Groot, the Monster From Planet X! (Tales to Astonish #13, 1960) ·       Xemnu, the Living Hulk! (Journey Into Mystery #62, 1960) ·       The Blip! (Tales to Astonish #15, 1961) ·       Goom, the Thing From Planet X! (Tales of Suspense #15, 1960) ·       Googam, Son of Goom! (Tales of Suspense #17, 1961) ·       Fin Fang Foom! (Strange Tales #89, 1961) Recommended in this episode: ·       The Ultimates ·       The Atlas Comics Library No. 1: Adventures Into Terror Vol. 1 ·       The Shadow Over Innsmouth by Gou Tanabe ·       The Daughter of Doctor Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia ·       Dracula Vol. 1: The Impaler by Matt Wagner and Kelley Jones       Join us in two weeks as we look ahead to next year's Thunderbolts movie with the beginning of a series of episodes exploring the origins of the Thunderbolts and the Masters of Evil through the decades, beginning with Baron Zemo in Avengers #4, 6, 7 and 9!

Dracula permeates everything. Before we're five years old, we know his story. It's baked into the cultural imagination. However, if you were to hold that story up to the light, you'd immediately notice a lot of holes. In Bram Stoker's iconic work, Dracula appears less frequently than you would think, and his backstory is referenced in short bursts and shrouded in mystery. His tale is perfect fodder for artists Kelley Jones and Matt Wagner to sink their teeth into. Last year, they published Dracula - Book One: The Impaler through Orlok Press via Kickstarter. The hardcover has spent months in the hands of readers (ours included), and its trade paperback release from Dark Horse Comics is set for October 22nd. With the first chapter complete, exploring Dracula's pre-vampire days, set primarily during his time at the Scholomance, aka his unpaid internship with the devil, Jones and Wagner are ready to unleash volume two, Dracula: The Brides. Their latest entry covers centuries, focusing on how Dracula came into contact with the iconic trio, who get pages in Stoker's book but have seared their way into every adaptation. Who are they? What do they mean to Dracula? What happened to the fourth Bride? Dracula: The Brides will take Kelley Jones and Matt Wagner right up until the moment Bram Stoker's novel begins. This means their next chapter dissects the classic and exposes what the Impaler was up to when the other characters were not paying attention. We happily dig into Dracula with Kelley Jones and Matt Wagner on the podcast. We discuss the title character's relationship with romance, women, and blood. We uncover Jones and Wagner's compulsion to tell this story and why comics were always the best fit for it. Dracula: The Brides has fifteen days left on its Kickstarter campaign. Please visit the crowdfunding project by clicking HERE. You can continue the conversation with Kelley Jones by visiting his Twitter and Instagram. You can follow Matt Wagner on Twitter and Instagram. Other Relevant Links: Pots and Panels: A Comic Cook Book Anthology Kickstarter Page The Comics Courier Kickstarter Page Brad and Lisa on Off Panel Brad and Lisa on Comic Book Yeti's Cryptid Creator Corner Brad and Lisa Interview on ComicsXF Brad and Lisa on BIf Bam Pow Brad and Lisa on Derby Comics Brad and Lisa on Joe Talks Comics Pots and Panels Press Release on AiPT Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.

In this spine-chilling episode of Paranormal Activity with Yvette Fielding, we venture into the eerie world of two of Europe's most haunted locations: Corvin Castle in Romania and Houska Castle in the Czech Republic.Yvette explores the terrifying paranormal activity surrounding these historic strongholds, delving into the mysterious hauntings that have terrified visitors for centuries.We'll also uncover the dark and twisted history of Vlad the Impaler, the ruthless figure who inspired the infamous character of Count Dracula.From his gruesome reign of terror to his connection with Corvin Castle, Yvette unpacks the legends and ghost stories surrounding Vlad's spirit.Discover how Bram Stoker drew inspiration from Vlad's life and Transylvanian folklore to create his gothic masterpiece, Dracula.Join us for a thrilling exploration of history, hauntings, and horror as we unravel the truth behind the legends and paranormal phenomena linked to some of Europe's most haunted sites.Dare to listen?A Create Podcast Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/paranormal-activity-with-yvette-fielding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dragons are cool, aren't they? That's our subject for today, specifically the giant, monstrous beasties of myth, fantasy, and legend. They can be evil, they can be clever, they can be animalistic and wild, they can be friendly, they can be wise and all knowing, there's absolutely no common personality to dragons at all. There's this old idea that there are “Western” and “Eastern” dragons in myth, that is simply nonsense and just a relic of an older way of looking at the world. The truth is that dragons are present in most cultures in some form. Famous dragons in myth are the ancient Germanic creatures like Jörmungand, Níðhöggr, or the dragons fought by Beowulf and Siegfried. There's the famous dragon that was slain by Saint George, the godly Celtic dragon that adorns the Welsh flag, there are many wise demigod Greek dragons, as well as the more animalistic Hydra. There's Tiamat from Mesopotamia, a more godly creature, and speaking of gods there's the Rainbow serpent from the Australian indigenous cultures who created all the world! The Mayans had Quetzalcoatl with its rainbow body and beautiful feathered wings. Then we have all the dragons from East Asia and Southeast Asia who can be outright godly and imperial or simply associated with elemental aspects of the landscape but this is barely scratching the surface. Dragons in culture are FAR richer than “East Vs West”. What from do they take though, what defines are dragon? Well most dragons are serpentine and reptilian in form, with scales, large teeth, and an elongated body. they often have four limbs with claws, a pointed tail, and sometimes even wings, usually bat style but sometimes feathered. Those are not needed for a creature to BE a dragon though, the long serpentine form is enough. Dragons in modern pop-culture fantasy tend to have a long tail long neck, scales, a head covered in horns and or fins, a big body with four limbs, and a large pair of bat wings. They can be anything from cat sized to the size of a continent but are usually the size of a big house. Fantasy gave us many notable dragons and fantasy art really lit my young brain aflame, with the wonderful imagery by the likes of Michael Whelen, David Roe, and so many more. As a child I was captivated by an image of “Smaug” on the cover of an ‘80s printing of Lord of the Rings. Later I was fascinated by the dragons in the stories by Ursula K. Le Guin, Anne McCaffery, Katherine Kerr, Terry Patchett, Gordon R Dickson and more. I'm sure many have fond memories of Dungeons and Dragons and the book series Dragonlance. Not to mention the great movies like Dragonslayer, How to train your Dragon, Dragonheart, A flight of Dragons, Raya the Last Dragon, The Hobbit, Reign of Fire, Jabberwocky, Game of Thrones and more. Then of course there are human dragons! There were some dragons in myth that could take human form. Draco, who we get the name of “draconian” laws from was a Greek fellow with a draconian name. Vlad the Impaler's dad is supposed to have earned the title of “Dragon”, which is why we call him Dracula (son of the dragon) and where we get the fantasy horror vampire creature's name “Count Dracula”. A “dragon” in modern Greece is a particularly evil type of criminal (which I won't discuss here). A Dragon in US business language is a powerful investor. And a dragon-lady is usually a very intimidating and powerful Chinese woman. But my favourite human dragon is Haku from Spirited Away. What is YOUR fave dragon? Is it from myth or fantasy? Do you even like dragons at all? This week we have another best off from Gunwallace. Due to the dragon topic I selected Gunwallace's them to Dragonet from Quackcast 251! - It's best described as “Royal, commanding, and bleak”. Topics and shownotes Links Featured comic: GUZ - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/news/2024/oct/07/featured-comic-guz/ Featured music: Dragonet - http://www.theduckwebcomics.com/Dragonet/ - by Willgun, rated E. Special thanks to: Gunwallace - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Gunwallace/ Ozoneocean - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/ozoneocean Tantz Aerine - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Tantz_Aerine/ Banes - https://www.theduckwebcomics.com/user/Banes/ VIDEO exclusive! Become a subscriber on the $5 level and up to see our weekly Patreon video and get our advertising perks! - https://www.patreon.com/DrunkDuck Even at $1 you get your name with a link on the front page and a mention in the weekend newsposts! Join us on Discord - https://discordapp.com/invite/7NpJ8GS

We're delighted to have Brian Sharpless (Monsters on the Couch) back with us to discuss some of the Psychology elements of vampirism, as well as some of his favorite historical cases. Be sure and grab his book if you're at all interested in the intersection of monsters and Psychology.Show Notes:Monsters on the CouchRenfield Syndrome (wikipedia)2005 Romanian Vampire case (The Guardian)Richard Chase - Serial Killer (wikipedia)Mercy Brown vampire case (wikipedia)Vlad the Impaler (wikipedia)Example of Vlad's violence on the Turks (wikipedia)Elizabeth Bathory (wikipedia)Hungarian Ghoulish - MT 235Be sure and check out Karen's new book Bitch: The Journey of a Word from Cambridge University Press!Our show uses Amazon affiliate links to help raise funds to support our research and outreach.Title card image courtesy Brian Sharpless - walkway where alleged vampire Jure Grando was most likely buriedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/monstertalk--6267523/support.

In this episode, the Lady Mimics focus on standard vampires and their spawn, with a couple of unusual variants! Opening Theme 0:00 Intro 0:23 Vlad the Impaler and Dracula 4:06 Vampire Tropes 9:27 Vampire 23:51 Vampire Spawn 47:37 Doru 1:02:44 Gnoll Vampire 1:06:44 Kobold Vampire Spawn 1:08:32 Outro 1:10:46 Closing Theme 1:14:39 Bloopers 1:15:07 DON'T FORGET TO LIKE & SUBSCRIBE! Find Us On: Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/user?u=84724626 Website at https://www.itsamimic.com iTunes at https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/its-a-mimic/id1450770037 Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/show/3Y19VxSxLKyfg0gY0yUeU1 Podbean at https://itsamimic.podbean.com/  YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQmvEufzxPHWrFSZbB8uuw Social: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/itsamimic/ Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/itsamimic/?hl=en Reddit at https://www.reddit.com/r/ItsaMimic/ Email at info@itsamimic.com DM 1:  Megan Lengle DM 2:  Pepperina Sparklegem DM 3:  Miaca Nason Written by:  Megan Lengle and Adam Nason Director:  Megan Lengle and Adam Nason Editor:  Adam Nason Produced by:  Megan Lengle Executive Producer: Adam Nason Intro/Outro Music by:  Tyler Gibson at https://www.instagram.com/melodicasmusic/ Logo by:  Megan Lengle at https://www.instagram.com/0meggart/ This episode is meant to be used as an inspirational supplement for Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition and tabletop roleplaying games in general.  It's A Mimic! does not own the rights to any Wizards of the Coasts products.

Episode #344 of BGMania: A Video Game Music Podcast. This week on the show, Bryan and Kyle from RPGera finally sit down to discuss and listen to some music from an expansion that they have been waiting over two years to sink their teeth into by the Gods at FROMSoftware... Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree! Email the show at bgmaniapodcast@gmail.com with requests for upcoming episodes, questions, feedback, comments, concerns, or whatever you want! Special thanks to our Executive Producers: Jexak, Xancu, & Jeff. EPISODE PLAYLIST AND CREDITS Divine Beast Dancing Lion from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Shoi Miyazawa, 2024] The Twin Moon Knight from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tai Tomisawa, 2024] The Putrescent Knight from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tsukasa Saitoh, 2024] Messmer, The Impaler from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tsukasa Saitoh, 2024] The Scadutree Avatar from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tai Tomisawa, 2024] The Mother of Fingers from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Shoi Miyazawa, 2024] The Saint of The Bud from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tsukasa Saitoh, 2024] The Lord of Frenzied Flame from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Shoi Miyazawa, 2024] Bayle The Dread from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Tai Tomisawa, 2024] Those United in Common Cause from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Soma Tanizaki, 2024] Gravesite Plain from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Yuka Kitamura, 2024] Belurat, Tower Settlement from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Shoi Miyazawa, 2024] St. Trina from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Yuka Kitamura, 2024] The Promised Consort from Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree [Shoi Miyazawa, 2024] SUPPORT US Patreon: https://patreon.com/rpgera CONTACT US Website: https://rpgera.com Discord: https://discord.gg/cC73Heu Twitch: https://twitch.tv/therpgera Twitter: https://twitter.com/OriginalLDG Instagram: https://instagram.com/bryan.ldg/ Facebook: https://facebook.com/leveldowngaming RPGERA PODCAST NETWORK Very Good Music: A VGM Podcast The Movie Bar

Join us for a wild episode of "Fuck the Main Roster" as we dive into the PWI 500 rankings! From Cody Rhodes' controversial top spot to Swerve Strickland's meteoric rise, we dissect the list and share our thoughts on who truly deserves the top honors. We also explore the unexpected appearance of non-binary wrestler Max the Impaler, ranked surprisingly high among the world's best, and discuss the implications of this inclusion. Plus, we touch on the latest wrestling news, including WWE's programming changes and the much-anticipated Vince McMahon documentary. Don't miss the banter, laughs, and heated debates as we break down the PWI 500 and more in this action-packed episode. Make sure to like, subscribe, and follow us everywhere!

The kingdom of Wallachia was the home to warlords, brutality, and the reign of Islamic terror. One man rose from Turkish captivity to save his people, and would as a result become one of the most fascinating—and brutal—leaders in Christendom. His name was Vlad Tepes, but he was best known as Vlad Dracul or, more ominously, Vlad the Impaler. In the late 1800s, Bram Stoker found documents about Vlad's brutal methods and in turn wrote the famous novel, Dracula. He told of a blood sucking vampire who could never die. But how do we separate the myth of Dracula from the real man, Vlad Tepes, who was no doubt brutal but was also known as a defender of the West?In this episode, we talk about Vlad, the true story behind the man, and the vicious propaganda campaign waged against him. We also relate it to bitter disputes within Christian circles today, and why it's so important to unite around our common faith rather than divide ourselves into petty factions.Be sure to sign up at the King's Hall Patreon to get exclusive access to interviews with historians like Glenn Sunshine and to access the Deus Vault, a Patreon-exclusive podcast that goes deeper into the histories, mysteries, and heroes of Christendom.Visit Full Stadium Marketing to find your next marketing partner, aligning with your values and providing tools to grow your business all to the glory of God.Get 10% off your next order at Reformation Heritage Books with the code, "KINGSHALL."Alpine Gold Exchange Website: alpinegoldogden.comSet Up a Meeting: https://calendly.com/alpinegold/alpine-gold-consultation10 Ways to Make Money with Your MAXX-D Trailer.Buy your beef or pork box today from Salt and Strings Butchery.Talk to Joe Garrisi about managing your wealth with Backwards Planning Financial.Squirrelly Joe's Coffee. Visit their website squirrellyjoes.com/kingshall to purchase your first bag! Share Coffee. Serve Humbly. Live faithfully.Purchase your body armor at Premier Body Armor. 

Corvin Castle is one of the biggest and most impressive castles in Europe. It is located in the city of Hunedoara on the Hungarian-Romanian border. Even though Corvin Castle looks like it's coming straight from a fairy tale book, its history is quite dark.Its history tells of a place of torture and death. A torture chamber can be found in the dungeon and apart from some very interesting torture devices, it houses a bear pit as well. Prisoners who were sentenced to death were thrown in this pit and eaten alive by the hungry bears below.Tourists are told that Vlad Tepes, known as Vlad the Impaler or the real-life inspiration for Dracula, was held prisoner for 7 years at Corvin Castle. Because of this story, the Castle was the source of inspiration for Castle Dracula in Bram Stoker's 1897 horror novel “Dracula”.In this episode of the True Hauntings podcast we go to Romania where we will explore the legends and ghost stories of Corvin Castle and find out whether this is the Castle where Dracula's spirit continues to terrorise people.As always -We hope you enjoy this episode - please leave a review and jump on over to our True Hauntings Fans Facebook page and tell us.LOVE OUR WORK?Consider supporting our work by buying us a "cup of coffee" https://www.buymeacoffee.com/anneandrenataORbecome a Grand Poobah Patreon supporter, and join our inner circle of craziness!https://www.patreon.com/anneandrenataJoin us on our Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/TrueHauntingsPodcastP.S. If you want more Anne and Renata - catch our PODCAST - Diary of a Ghost Hunter on all the best streaming platforms to find out what our life as female ghost hunters is really like (no Bullsh*t).Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel as we are wanting to get more views and engagement and check out our travel videos Frightfully Good Misadventures - we re adding new episodes of some of our latest adventures every week.Also Follow Anne and Renata:Facebook: @AnneAndRenataInstagram: @AnneAndRenataYouTube: @AnneAndRenataTikTok: @AnneAndRenata#anneandrenata #ghosts #hauntings #paranormalpodcast #frightfullygood #FrightfullyGood #HauntedHolidays #diaryofaghosthunter #poltergeist #ghostbusters #dracula #hauntedromania #hauntedlegendsofRomania #RomanianGhosts #CorvinCastle #hauntedcorvincastleromania #draculawashere #inthefootstepsofdracula #legendsofcorvincastle #hauntedeurope #vampirestories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's Topics: 1, 2) Rio de Janeiro "narco-pentecostal" gangs accused of ordering Catholic churches to close https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/10/brazil-gang-boss-drug-trafficking-closing-churches?CMP=share_btn_url 3, 4) Vlad the Impaler launches midnight raid against Muslim invaders https://www.lifesitenews.com/blogs/today-in-history-vlad-the-impaler-launches-midnight-raid-against-muslim-invaders/

Anniversary of sliding down the chute. do birds sound like dinosaurs, I like really wanted to know. A Faster Way to Lube Your Chain. That's NO Reset Hole. Sake Dribbles. Big, Meaty Show. How to fat-shame a dinosaur. Brian the Impaler. Professor Plum, in the hole, with the paperclip. Ear Particles. Putting the Tramp into Trampoline. Fascist Hash Factory. Florida Puts it ALL out there. Distracted by a van scream. Name that nerd with Travis and more on this episode of The Morning Stream. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.