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Ben Thomas is @Sisyphus55, a YouTuber creating videos about philosophy, existentialism, nihilism, absurdism, and meaning. His new book, So You're Having an Existential Crisis: a Roadmap for Lost Souls, is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is Jesus the One? - 05 Oct 2025 - Speaker: Tim White - Sermon Series: John - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-10-05/is-jesus-the-one/
Sunday Sermon - 28 September 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-09-28/sunday-sermon-3/
Revelation 1:1-8
I lounged around the house this morning and got a late start. Talked about the Cat, Factorio, Lost Souls, and more Factorio. This algebra problem should not be this difficult but I keep trying to do it in my head.
Saw the first red leaves of autumn this morning. A chilly one out there today. Talked about the usual stuff. Factorio, what I’m reading (Lost Souls, Noah Chinn), the Cat beta feedback, and how I might teach novel writing. Weird … Continue reading →
Lost Souls is released!Tips for becoming a Paranormal Investigator
The Power in the Prologue - - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-09-21/the-power-in-the-prologue/
1 Timothy 6:17-19
Sunday Sermon - Sep 14, 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-09-14/sunday-sermon-2/
1 Timothy 6:9-10
Tonight…well, I feel like we've talked a lot about vampire movies that feel too pg, that try to FEEL sexy without doing anything sexy in them. The weird crop of sexless vampire stories post Twilight. Well…this is not one of those. This is Park Chan-Wook's bloody, sexy, and devastating “Thirst”And our guest tonight, the writer of tons of comics including the series Wolfsbane and Infinite Dark, Ryan Cady. Director: Park Chan wookWriters: Emile Zola, Park Chan wook, Chung seo kungStars: Song Kang-ho, Kim ok-bin, Kim Hae Sook, shin ha kyunRyan - Lady Vengeance, Lost Souls by Poppy Z Bright / William MartinEmily- Only Lovers Left AliveBen - Future Diary?Jeremy - The HandmaidenSign up to support Progressively Horrified on Patreon for as little as $5 a month and get bonus episodes! https://www.patreon.com/c/progressivelyhorrified Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Voice - 07 Sep 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: John - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-09-07/the-voice/
1 Timothy 6:6-8
The Glass Man: A Novel (The Asker Series) by Anders de la Motte https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668030861 The Leo Asker series, which will have you “hooked from the very first page” (Kyle Mills, #1 New York Timesbestselling author), continues with this second installment following wayward detective Leonore Asker on a chilling new murder case. Detective Leonore Asker has just settled in as head of the Department of Lost Souls, a unit for odd cases, when her father contacts her after years of silence. A body has been found on his farm and, as the main suspect, he is desperate for Leo's help. But is her father as innocent as he claims or is he trying to reel Leo into his grip once again? Meanwhile, Martin Hill moves to a secluded estate to write a biography about the business leader Gunnar Irving, intrigued by the fact that the legendary property contains an abandoned astronomical observatory. Soon, Hill discovers that the area has more stories to offer…about mysterious lights and mutilated bodies. While Asker and Hill try to find answers, the Glass Man rises from the depths of darkness from which no one ever returns. Nobody but him.
Redeemed and Restored - Aug 31, 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-08-31/redeemed-and-restored/
Steve and Amy travel to New London, Wisconsin, where a family is on the brink of destruction due to powerful paranormal activity. The parents fear one of their children may have summoned a demonic entity through a spirit board. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Digger Deeper: Things Fall Apart - 24 Aug 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-08-24/digger-deeper-things-fall-apart/
Matthew 6:24
A few months ago we were surprised to learn that HG Wells, the famed 19th century science fiction writer, survived long enough to comment on film adaptations of his work. This is a silly thing for us to be surprised by, because the man was only 66 when Island of Lost Souls, the movie that he commented on, came out. Just a few years later Alexander Korda hired Wells himself to adapt Wells' futurism work into Things to Come (1936), working with a crack team of art directors and artists including William Cameron Menzies as director, Vincent Korda officially acting as art designer, and a cadre of others including a mostly cut sequence by Hungarian experimental filmmaker László Moholy-Nagy. It's a beautiful film that looks at a future that Wells imagines is not a technocratic dystopia even though that's what he portrays.
In this episode of Chatting with Betsy, host Betsy Wurzel welcomes James R. Bateman, author of Savior of Lost Souls, the first novel in his Retribution series. James, originally from Staffordshire, England, spent 30+ years in the IT and software world before stepping into fiction. Now, he brings readers into a haunting supernatural realm shaped by imagination, grief, and divine intervention.James introduces us to Lavek, the god of Ul'Den, a purgatory realm where cries of the prematurely lost echo.Lavek intervenes in mortal lives to prevent tragedies before they happen—a central theme in Savior of Lost Souls.Betsy explores why James chose 1986 and a fictional Colorado town as the backdrop, and how the Williams family anchors the story. They also unpack character roles, the moral fabric of the narrative, and the emotional intensity of writing about spiritual and psychological transitions.James describes his writing process and how the book blends supernatural fiction, thriller pacing, and psychological mystery. Together, Betsy and James reflect on societal changes from 1986 to 2025—and the ongoing importance of teaching children safety and awareness.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chatting-with-betsy--4211847/support.If you are looking for further information or to talk Betsy- Contact: Betsy Wurtzel - sloanbetsy31@gmail.com
From Tragedy to Triumph - Rev. Lorie Smith - Speaker: Sermons - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-08-10/from-tragedy-to-triumph/
Matthew 15:21-28
When Wisdom Precedes Providence - - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-08-06/august-3-2025/
Jessica Gonzalez - July 26, 2025 - Speaker: Sermons - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-08-06/jessica-gonzalez/
Better grab something to write with before you hit play on this one. In this extra-long episode, we dive into a variety of horror sub-genres and each pick a title that we think defines that category. Not necessarily the best film, but one that captures the essence of the sub-genre in a meaningful way. To help us take on this ridiculously huge (but fun) challenge, we've brought back Aaron Christensen—aka Dr. AC—to join the conversation. If you're new to the genre, this one's especially for you. If you've been around a few years (or decades) we think the conversation is still worth your time, and we hope that you consider giving a few of these a revisit. Time to start that new watchlist! All set? Notes ready? Coffee or energy drink in hand? Then hit play! Titles mentioned in this episode: 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958), Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948), Abbott & Costello Meet the Mummy (1955), Alien (1979), Army of Darkness (1992), Audition (1999), Bad Taste (1987), Baskin (2015), The Beyond (1981), Black Christmas (1974), Black Sabbath (1963), Blair Witch Project (1999), Braindead aka Dead Alive (1992), Bride of Frankenstein (1934), Bring Her Back (2025), Cannibal Holocaust (1980), Carnival of Souls (1962), Children Shouldn't Play with Dead Things (1972), Creature from the Black Lagoon (1954), Creepshow (1982), Cruel Jaws (1995), Curse of Frankenstein (1957), The Devil's Wedding Night (1973), Dracula (1931), Evil Dead 2 (1987), The Exorcist (1973), Fight Club (1999), Frankenstein (1931), Frankenstein Must Be Destroyed (1969), The French Connection (1971), Gamera vs. Barugon (1966), The Giant Claw (1957), Godzilla (1954), Godzilla vs. Hedorah aka Godzilla vs the Smog Monster (1971), Ju-on: The Grudge (2002), Guinea Pig 2: Flower of Flesh and Blood (1985), The Haunting (1963), Hellraiser (1987), Hereditary (2018), Horror of Dracula (1958), Horror Rises from the Tomb (1973), The Host (2006), The Incredibly Strange Creatures Who Stopped Living and Became Mixed-Up Zombies (1964), Island of Lost Souls (1932), It Follows (2014), Jacob's Ladder (1990), Jaws (1975), King Kong (1933), Kwaidan (1964), Lair of the White Worm (1988), Let's Scare Jessica to Death (1971), The Monster (2016), Nekromantik (1988), Nightbreed (1990), Night of the Living Dead (1968), One Missed Call (2003), Onibaba (1964), Paranormal Activity (2007), Paranormal Activity 2 (2010), Paranormal Activity 3 (2011), Phantasm (1979), Pieces (1982), Possession (1981), Psycho (1960), Pumpkinhead (1988), The Raven (1963), Re-Animator (1985), Repulsion (1965), Return of the Living Dead (1985), Ringu (1998), The Ritual (2017), Rosemary's Baby (1968), The Sadness (2021), Satan's Sadists (1969), Saw (2004), Scream 5 (2013), Scream VI (2023), Seeding of a Ghost (1983), The Seventh Curse (1986), Shatter Dead (1994), Shaun of the Dead (2004), The Shining (1980), Suspiria (1977), Terrified (2017), Terrifier (2016), Tetsuo (1989), Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), The Thing (1982), Things (1989), Tombs of the Blind Dead (1972), Toxic Avenger (1984), Tucker and Dale vs. Evil (2010), The Ugly Stepsister (2025), Uzimaki (2000), Vampyros Lesbos (1971), Viy (1967), What We Do in the Shadows (2014), When Evil Lurks (2023), The Wicker Man (1973), Young Frankenstein (1974)
The Scarlet Empress (1934) / City of Lost Souls (1983) This week we're pitching a big tent as we rise to power with Marlene Dietrich in Josef von Sternberg's hallucinatory historical pageant and try to make it in Berlin in Rosa von Praunheim's trans new wave musical
Faith Moves - July 20, 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-07-20/faith-moves/
Hebrews 10:32-39
The loss or weakening of community ties in modern societies is a complex issue with deep historical, social, and economic roots. Here are some key reasons and historical facts that provide insight into this phenomenon.From soul, to human history, to Graham Hancock's belief that we had an advanced civilization! Lets explore
We've got a reservation at the Hermit Hotel, a house of lost souls, and you're invited to stay with us (for the length of this episode). This week we discuss Umberto Lenzi's The House of Lost Souls, one of four television films in the Houses of Doom series. It's everything we love about Italian horror, especially from this era.Cauldron Films' box set is sold out, but you can buy the individual film if you love fun: https://www.cauldron-films.com/collections/cauldron-films/products/the-house-of-lost-souls-standard-edition-blu-rayJoin our discord! https://discord.gg/F8WsTzE9qtFollow this podcast on Instagram @unsunghorrors.Follow Lance on Instagram and Letterboxd @lschibiLance's shop: https://lanceschibi.bigcartel.com/Follow Erica on Letterboxd or Instagram @hexmassacreLogo by Cody SchibiPart of Someone's Favorite Productions Podcast Network: https://linktr.ee/someonesfavoriteproductions
Remember the Fear of God - July 13, 2025 - Speaker: Tim White - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-07-13/remember-the-fear-of-god/
The Dig Down crew discusses Ballard Season 1 Episode 1 Tune in to hear the discussion of the series premiere of Ballard. Ballard is a spin-off from Bosch and Bosch: Legacy, which stars Maggie Q as Renée Ballard. Tracey, Pete, and Mike are back on the mics, discussing their favorite moments and what they are […] The post Ballard: Discussion of the series premiere ‘Library of Lost Souls' appeared first on So Many Shows!.
Confronted With Truth - 06 July 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-07-06/confronted-with-truth/
We've got to go back to the island, fiends! We had so much fun at the Blood Island (of Dr. Moreau) that we're returning for another visit. This week, it's the Island of Lost Souls. And even though it doesn't mention Moreau in the title, this one is much more explicit in its adaptation than Terror is a man. Join us as Charles Laughton chews the scenery as Moreau, and we meet an exceedingly furry Bela Lugosi reciting the law, and the Panther Woman, an addition to the story who we'll be seeing again.Please rate, review, and tell your fiends. And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss future installments. Join us on Patreon at patreon.com/thefrankencast. Find all of our various links atlinktr.ee/frankencast or send us a letter at thefrankencast@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!Your Horror Hosts: Anthony Bowman (he/him) & Eric Velazquez (he/him). Cover painting by Amanda Keller (@KellerIllustrations on Instagram).
On this episode, Darlene McLaughlin shares her transformative journey from a troubled past to a life of faith and ministry. She discusses her experiences with addiction, the power of repentance, and the importance of community support in recovery. Darlene emphasizes the need for vulnerability and healing within the church and the significance of sharing one's testimony for God's glory. She also highlights the establishment of recovery ministries as a vital resource for those struggling with addiction and the importance of creating a safe space for healing.RESOURCESStripped: Recovered and Refinished by the Hand of the Lord, Darlene McLaughlin available at Pentecostal Publishing House and Amazon.Website: https://www.northamericanmissions.faith/recoveryTAKEAWAYSDarlene's journey illustrates the struggle between past mistakes and the desire for redemption.Forgiveness is a crucial step in the healing process.Darlene's experience highlights the transformative power of faith.Encountering God's love can change one's life trajectory.The role of mentors in guiding individuals through their spiritual journey is vital.Understanding one's identity in Christ is essential for healing.The journey of faith often involves difficult conversations with loved ones.Change is a difficult process that requires support.Identity transformation can be challenging, but it is necessary.Writing a testimony can be a healing journey.Vulnerability is key in sharing personal stories.Recovery ministries are crucial for spiritual healing within the church.Everyone has a story that can help others.Addiction is often a symptom of deeper issues.It's important to create a safe space for sharing wounds.CHAPTERS00:00 Journey of Transformation: From Past to Purpose10:44 Finding Faith: The Turning Point20:31 Embracing New Life: The Power of Community26:29 Navigating Change and Identity29:45 The Journey of Writing a Testimony33:05 The Power of Vulnerability in Sharing Stories37:46 The Importance of Recovery Ministries42:45 Healing Within the Church46:16 Using Testimonies for God's Glory55:05 Using Testimonies for God's GloryCONNECT WITH US: Website: https://reflectionsupci.comFacebook: https://facebook.com/reflectionsmagazineupciInstagram: https://instagram.com/reflectionsmagazineupci
Sunday Sermon - June 29, 2025 Armida Belmonte Stephens - Speaker: Sermons - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-06-29/sunday-sermon/
Romans 12:12
Send us a textToday's episode is my conversation about the 1929 film The Letter. I'm joined by Lewis Beer from the "Slow Moving Pictures" newsletter and we talk about the importance of sound right from the beginning of the film, the structural differences between the play and the film versions of the story, and the force that was Jeanne Eagles in this film that was sadly lost not long after its release.You can watch The Letter on YouTube and be sure to check out Lewis's newsletter.Other films mentioned in this episode include:Red Desert directed by Michelangelo AntonioniThe Seventh Seal directed by Ingmar BergmanThe Exorcist directed by William FriedkinThe Greatest Story Ever Told directed by George StevensGame of Thrones (series)The General Line directed by Sergei M. EisensteinThe Letter directed by William WylerA Woman Under the Influence directed by John CassavetesAll About Eve directed by Joseph L. MankiewiczOf Human Bondage directed by John CromwellDangerous directed by Alfred E. GreenBabylon directed by Damien ChazelleJeanne Eagels directed by George SidneyMary Poppins directed by Robert StevensonBedknobs and Broomsticks directed by Robert StevensonThe Good Fairy directed by William WylerMurder! directed by Alfred HitchcockThe Little Foxes directed by William WylerThe Bride of Frankenstein directed by James WhaleCavalcade directed by Frank LloydPygmalion directed by Leslie Howard and Anthony AsquithThe Red Shoes directed by Michael Powell and Emeric PressburgerFor the Freedom of the East directed by Ira M. Lowry (lost film)White Shadows in the South Seas directed by W.S. Van Dyke"Killing the Killer" directed by Ulrich K.T. Schulz"Tin Toy" directed by John LasseterToy Story directed by John LasseterSadie Thompson directed by Raoul Walsh (listen to my previous episode on that film)The Invisible Man directed by James WhaleIsland of Lost Souls directed by Erle C. KentonOther referenced topics:Manchester Guardian article about the arrival of sound cinemaThe Letter by W. Somerset MaughamAlt Film Guide review of The Letter"Dr. Ramona Curry on Lady Tsen Mei, the First Chinese-American Film Star" by Paul R. SpitzzeriPhotoplay spread featuring Lady Tsen MeiEthel Proudlock case which inspired the story and plaSupport the show
Whe We Hear, We Are Heard - Acacia Gin 22 June 2025 - Speaker: Sermons - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-06-22/whe-we-hear-we-are-heard/
When God Sees - June 15, 2025 2 Samuel 11:27 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-06-15/when-god-sees/
How Did I Get Here - June 8th 2025 - Speaker: Rev. Dr. Leslie X Sanders - Sermon Series: - Watch Online: https://thenewcom.com/sermons/2025-06-08/how-did-i-get-here/
When World War II ended, about one million people whom the Soviet Union claimed as its citizens were outside the borders of the USSR, mostly in the Western-occupied zones of Germany and Austria. These “displaced persons,” or DPs—Russians, prewar Soviet citizens, and people from West Ukraine and the Baltic states forcibly incorporated into the Soviet Union in 1939—refused to repatriate to the Soviet Union despite its demands. Thus began one of the first big conflicts of the Cold War. In Lost Souls, Sheila Fitzpatrick draws on new archival research, including Soviet interviews with hundreds of DPs, to offer a vivid account of this crisis, from the competitive maneuverings of politicians and diplomats to the everyday lives of DPs.American enthusiasm for funding the refugee organizations taking care of DPs quickly waned after the war. It was only after DPs were redefined—from “victims of war and Nazism” to “victims of Communism”—in 1947 that a solution was found: the United States would pay for the mass resettlement of DPs in America, Australia, and other countries outside Europe. The Soviet Union protested this “theft” of its citizens. But it was a coup for the United States. The choice of DPs to live a free life in the West, and the West's welcome of them, became an important theme in America's Cold War propaganda battle with the Soviet Union. A compelling story of the early Cold War, Lost Souls: Soviet Displaced Persons and the Birth of the Cold War (Princeton UP, 2024)is also a rare chronicle of a refugee crisis that was solved. 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
Deep within North Carolina's rugged mountains and misty shores, shadows whisper and legends refuse to die. Today, I explore three chilling tales: the mysterious Boojum of the Smoky Mountains, Blackbeard's vengeful ghost haunting Ocracoke Island, and the phantom choir whose hymns echo eternally atop Roan Mountain. Beware—sometimes the darkest stories are the ones your ancestors tried hardest to forget. YOUTUBE -https://www.youtube.com/@MrChrisWildRide https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris TikTok- @mister_chriss LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658 The Nightmare Collective SUBSCRIBE!! Available on all podcast platforms! Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-nightmare-collective/id1707943952 Spotify https://spotify.link/IPUVpAyWcDb Zoning Out- https://open.spotify.com/show/3ZLb8oK5uxgK64GL7vUHwK Draft Class- https://open.spotify.com/show/3BEobZXMT1kiPbffV0VT3F Twitter- @Haunted_A_H Instagram- haunted_american_history email- hauntedamericanhistory@gmail.com Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory Music License provided by Pond5 Nightmare Machine by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://kevinmacleod.bandcamp.com/album/complete-collection-creative-commons License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music: Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3680-drone-in-d Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Brutaliteam attempt to find their way through the Cursed Catacombs in search of inexplicable imposters. Support us directly on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/stinkydragon - get access to ad-free episodes, bonus content like Stinky Dragon Adventures & Second Wind, our patreon-exclusive discord, and more!Check out our new "Council of Barbarians" Tee and the NEW Infinight Legends Collection at store.stinkydragonpod.com ! Follow us on our socials at https://linktr.ee/TalesFromTheStinkyDragonCast: Gus Sorola, Blaine Gibson, Barbara Dunkelman, Jon Risinger, Chris DemaraisWriter/Editor/Composer: Micah RisingerProducer: Benjamin Ernst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices