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Beach House Breakdown, Vagina Dentata, & Cronenberg's Sex Parasites – Horror Hangout from HellWhat do a Cthulhu beach vacation, vagina dentata, and horny parasitic zombies have in common? We have no idea. But it's Josh's birthday, so come with us as we shuffle through all this goo and try to find out. The dudes dive headfirst into The Beach House (dir. Jeffrey A. Brown), a Lovecraft-lite flick that tries to spook you with fog, foot worms, and... astrobiology? James has ocean-walking dreams, Justin forgets the movie he's supposed to talk about, Derick gets mad that nobody in horror knows how to wear pants during a crisis, and Josh may in fact be Tubi's shadow CEO. We also take a deep bite into Teeth (dir. Mitchell Lichtenstein), where John Hensley from Nip/Tuck plays the most cartoonishly incestuous dirtbag this side of Cinemax. There are dog attacks, dick rings, and a whole lot of trauma wrapped up in a “quirky” indie revenge horror. A24 remake incoming? Probably. Then it's over to David Cronenberg's Shivers aka They Came from Within aka Orgy of the Blood Parasites, where 70s Canadian sex monsters spread the infection one creepy assault at a time. Oh, and apparently Cronenberg thought those guys were the heroes of the story. Yeah. Sketch. Along the way, the crew debates whether stoned vision grants access to cosmic jellyfish goo, how many dicks need to be bitten off before justice is served, and how Lovecraftian horror and edible gummies mix like oil and haunted ocean water.Movies discussed:The Beach House (2020) – Directed by Jeffrey A. Brown, starring Liana Liberato and Jake Weber (aka “Dawn of the Dead Ocean Dad”) Teeth (2007) – Directed by Mitchell Lichtenstein, starring Jess Weixler and John Hensley as Human Incest DumpsterShivers (1975) – Directed by David Cronenberg, starring Paul Hampton, Barbara Steele, and everything wrong with humanityTopics include:Why walking into the ocean is the ultimate Irish goodbye“Astrobiology” – science or weed hallucination?Cronenberg's wild take on sex parasitesThe proper ratio of tentacles to budgetSpider TikToks and Australia's war on sanityLovecraft meets weed: the crossover event nobodyasked forDon't forget to subscribe for more low-budget horror, high-budget opinions, and four grown men yelling about sea goo, toxic boyfriends, and the importance of pants during supernatural emergencies. CREEP-O-RAMA is:Store:CREEP-O-RAMAYouTube:@creep-o-ramaJosh:@joshblevesqueArtwork: @bargainbinblasphemyTheme: @imfigureAudio:@stranjlove
Author : H.P. Lovecraft Narrator : Boocho McFly Host : Alasdair Stuart Audio Producer : Chelsea Davis “The Haunter of the Dark” first appeared in Weird Tales, December 1936 CW: xenophobia H.P. Lovecraft The Horror of the Heights Federal Hill, Providence Voluminous: The Letters of HP Lovecraft Episode 82 Lovecraftian horror — and the racism […]
Today, we're descending into the depths of Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem, the 2002 GameCube classic that dared to blur the line between player and character. We begin by exploring how Canadian developer Silicon Knights transitioned from strategy games to psychological horror under the guidance of Denis Dyack, with Eternal Darkness evolving from a Nintendo 64 project into one of the GameCube's most ambitious launch titles. Along the way, we examine the game's Lovecraftian influences, complex narrative spanning centuries, and groundbreaking sanity system that played tricks on players' minds in unforgettable ways. Though it struggled commercially, its critical acclaim and cult following secured its legacy as a pioneer in interactive horror. So steel your nerves and question your reality—it's time for a sanity-shattering trip down Memory Card Lane! Find out more at https://a-trip-down-memory-card-lane.pinecast.co
Here is a collection of stories about otherworldly Beings, ancient gods and Lovecraftian monsters, let me know which one is your favorite
Here is a collection of stories about otherworldly Beings, ancient gods and Lovecraftian monsters, let me know which one is your favorite
There is No Downstairs! This week we're running from cults, flesh monsters and medical malpractice in THE VOID! A small town cop goes from sleeping on the job to shotgun wielding hero in this Lovecraftian Horror. It's like a sandwich, triangle cult on the outside, terrible flesh monsters on the inside. Instagram: @bmoviebeatFacebook: The B Movie BeatdownEmail: thebmoviebeatdown@gmail.com Letterboxd: @Absolute_trash @SlenderJames
We are not slowing down as my Pride Month Feature rolls along with returning show guest Eisner, GLAAD, and Ringo nominated comics writer Steve Orlando hanging out with me to talk about two of his projects dropping with the big two. Last time he was on we were talking about the ongoing Scarlet Witch series which is being continued in a new five issue mini-series The Vision and The Scarlet Witch, recognizing their 50th wedding anniversary which will see the return of White Vision. It's hard to believe their wedding was 50 years ago in Giant Sized Avengers #4. Steve is promising a Lovecraftian slat to the series which I'm personally rather excited about. Recently it was announced that he will also be working on the Magical Mysteries of Shazam on DC Go!, Venom: Original Sin jumps from Marvel Unlimited Online to print, the exciting conclusion of Ripperland who he's co-writing with John Harris Dunning just wrapped up and will be dropping as a trade soon with Dark Horse Comics, and the trade of Avengers Assemble: The Serpent Scenario just hit too. So, Steve is quite the busy guy at the moment. If you want to catch up with him, you can find him on BlueSky or on Instagram. Shark rescue Byron talked about on the show The Vision and The Scarlet Witch From the publisher The next chapter in one of comics' greatest love stories arrives this May! Celebrating the 50th anniversary of their iconic wedding in GIANT-SIZE AVENGERS (1974) #4, Scarlet Witch and Vision are back together in THE VISION & THE SCARLET WITCH, a five-issue limited series by current SCARLET WITCH scribe Steve Orlandoand returning series artists Lorenzo Tammetta and Jacopo Camagni. THE VISION & THE SCARLET WITCH serves as the latest evolution of Orlando's ongoing SCARLET WITCH run, which has successfully redefined the adventures of Wanda Maximoff. Carving out her own path in the Marvel Universe as a solo hero, Scarlet Witch's magic has never been more powerful. But when it comes to helping Vision, she'll need more than strength alone! Befitting their decades-spanning romance, Scarlet Witch and Vision team up for a dramatic saga that will test their souls and break their hearts! The Magical Mysteries of Shazam! From the publisher In The Magical Mysteries of Shazam! by writer Steve Orlando (Supergirl, Martian Manhunter) and artist Giopota, Billy Batson has had to grow up fast. Life with Tawny, a talking tiger and also Billy's adoptive uncle, is humble. It's not always easy! Billy lives with Tawny's other foster children, Darla, Pedro, and Freddy. Despite all he's been through, Billy is willfully hopeful. In addition to all the struggles a blended foster family faces, Fawcett City isn't exactly the safest place to live. It might be a fantastic, whimsical city full of both humans and talking animals, but it's also got a monster problem—in fact, a Monster Society! Soon Billy is granted the ability to say a magic word and transform into a mighty hero! Fawcett City cheers its new champion—and little do they know, he's one of their own. Or do they? Because Billy's siblings are pretty sure they saw him turn into a full-grown superhero. PATREON We have a new Patreon, CryptidCreatorCornerpod. If you like what we do, please consider supporting us. We got two simple tiers, $1 and $3. Want to know more, you know what to do. THE ORDER OF THE NUN-YA STARBURST: VIOLA Make sure to check out our friend's new crowdfunding campaign The Order of the Nun-Ya Starburst: Viola that I mentioned in the episode. (LINK) ARKENFORGE Play TTRPG games? Make sure to check out our partner Arkenforge. Use the discount code YETI5 to get $5 off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
CHRISTOPHER BICKEL, underground filmmaker, punk rocker and artist joins Death By DVD to discuss their most recent film PATER NOSTER AND THE MISSION OF LIGHT, why they make movies, art and MORE on this fresh from the grave episode celebrating all things Christopher Bickel. We have been very luck to have had Mr. Bickel on Death By DVD previously, and now they are back for a ghoulish interview I think you'll enjoy! Well, at least I hope you enjoy it. We discuss the films of Christopher Bickel and what makes them tick as an artist, how they create art and of course we discuss who they are as an artist. Strap in and get ready, this is an action packed episode filled with laughter and joy. I hope you click play and hear it today. Would you like to see a behind the scenes video with footage from the recording of this interview? TAP HERE or copy and paste the link : https://www.patreon.com/posts/death-by-dvd-at-131273256Wanna hear my first interview with Christopher Bickel? TAP HERE or copy and paste the link : https://listentodeathbydvd.transistor.fm/episodes/death-by-dvd-presents-six-feet-under-the-underground-art-of-christopher-bickelWatch PATER NOSTER AND THE MISSION OF LIGHT ON NIGHT FLIGHT. TAP HERE or copy and paste the link : https://www.nightflightplus.com/videos/pater-noster-and-the-mission-of-light/670d3d1a2d57b50001a4f878Learn all about Christopher Bickel's new film PATER NOSTER AND THE MISSION OF LIGHT HERE : Https://www.paternostermovie.comChristopher Bickel on IMDb : https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3355435/PATER NOSTER AND THE MISSION OF LIGHT ON IMDb : https://m.imdb.com/title/tt33064297/WATCH BAD GIRLS BY CHRISTOPHER BICKEL ON AMAZON : https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Girls-Morgan-Shaley-Renew/dp/B09LQ42SX3WATCH THE THETA GIRL BY CHRISTOPHER BICKEL ON AMAZON : https://www.amazon.com/Theta-Girl-Victoria-Elizabeth-Donofrio/dp/B07HSMHVDLSUPPORT CHRISTOPHER BICKEL BY SHOPPING PAPA JAZZ RECORD SHOPPE : https://www.papajazz.com/Did you know that you can watch episodes of DEATH BY DVD and much much more on the official Patreon of Death By DVD? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★ subscribe to our newsletter today for updates on new episodes, merch discounts and more at www.deathbydvd.comHEY, while you're still here.. have you heard...DEATH BY DVD PRESENTS : WHO SHOT HANK?The first of its kind, (On this show, at least) an all original narrative audio drama exploring the murder of this shows very host, HANK THE WORLDS GREATEST! Explore WHO SHOT HANK, starting with the MURDER! A Death By DVD New Year Mystery WHO SHOT HANK : PART ONE WHO SHOT HANK : PART TWO WHO SHOT HANK : PART THREE WHO SHOT HANK : PART FOUR WHO SHOT HANK PART 5 : THE BEGINNING OF THE ENDWHO SHOT HANK PART 6 THE FINALE : EXEUNT OMNES ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Jason Trost is the writer/director/star of Waves of Madness, an experimental "side-scrolling" Lovecraftian horror/action film. You can find Jason's work and social media here: https://linktr.ee/JTROPresents Powered by Firstory Hosting
A journalist gets more than she bargained for while interviewing a reclusive artist. Adapted from "Pickman's Model" by H.P. Lovecraft. CW: Includes themes and depictions of Blood & Gore, Animal Attacks, Social Murder, Family Strife & Estrangement, Misogyny, and Potential Violence & Death. Starring Charleston Harvey, Mark Bogumil, and Jonathan Inbody, with additional voices by Samantha Hunt. Written & Directed by Jonathan Inbody. Editing & Sound Design by Jeff Lavin. Music by Samantha Hunt. Episode Art by Jon-Michael Marinell. Full series credits, sound effects attribution, and links to social media can be found at https://www.graymatterhorror.com/ If you like the show, leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Every review helps! Join the Gray Matter Patreon at https://patreon.com/graymatterhorror Buy Gray Matter Shirts at https://www.teepublic.com/user/graymatterhorror
BEST OF: A recent article form the New York Time compared AI to the shoggoth of H.P. Lovecraft - monstrous beings of black protoplasm, bred as slaves that eventually develop brains of their own. An article from 2017 in MIT Technology Review compared AI to the black cube of Saturn. AI is also really good at doing one specific thing and that is creating Lovecraftian monsters. In the Watchmen comicbook series, Adrian Veidt, also known as Ozymandias, attempts to unite the US and USSR against a common enemy to avoid nuclear war. As opposed to the movie version wherein Doctor Manhattan is scapegoated, in the comic Adriam Veldt used advanced genetic engineering technology to create a giant monster from outer space. The monster is a squid, and as the plan proceeds he teleports the monster through a gateway into New York City. A 2022 promotion for the show Stranger Things lit up the Empire State building, along with others around the world, with a portal to the Upside Down. The recent wildfires from Canada that dumped smoke and particulate on New York City create a background similar to the tv show promotion. In fact, the ad this time was for the game Diablo IV. It feature the Queen of Succubi, Lilith, with a caption and date that read “Welcome to Hell, New York” - 6/6/23. New York is also home to a Ruth Bader Ginsburg statue featuring Lilith's horns and tentacle arms. Lilith is the mother of all demons, the tempter of men, and aborter of children. It is therefore appropriate that NYC's One World Trade building was lit up pink to celebrate abortion rights in 2019. Lilith also wears a rainbow necklace, an outward projection of her disdain for God's promise to never flood the earth and kill innocence. In reliefs, Lilith is shown with the legs of a serpent, with two guardian owls that guard her dominion. She haunts in dreams and from the Upside Down. It is from this realm that Gordie Rose, founder of D-Wave, said that quantum computing will summon what he compared to the visions of H.P. Lovecraft: “And these things we're summoning into the world now, are not demons, they're not evil, they're more like the Lovecraftian great ‘old ones'. These entities are not necessarily going to be aligned with what we want.” The 1920 a movie ALGOL, about an alien giving advanced technology to humans, essentially became the base for modern algorithms starting with ALGOL 60 and 58. Technology that led to the atomic bomb also acts as a sort of trigger to open the gateway and summon the Old Ones. Algol is known as the blinking demon star and AI is essential this - A Eye.*The is the FREE archive, which includes advertisements. If you want an ad-free experience, you can subscribe below underneath the show description.-FREE ARCHIVE (w. ads)SUBSCRIPTION ARCHIVEX / TWITTER FACEBOOKMAIN WEBSITECashApp: $rdgable EMAIL: rdgable@yahoo.com / TSTRadio@protonmail.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-secret-teachings--5328407/support.
In this episode of World Book Club, Harriet talks with one of the world's best-loved sci-fi and fantasy authors, the four time Hugo award winner N.K Jemisin. Which of her plethora of books did we choose? Her 10th novel, and love letter to New York, ‘The City We Became'.The story takes place in a world in which major cities become sentient, living beings. After New York is attacked by an otherworldly enemy, five people, champions representing each of the city's five boroughs, must band together to save the city, but also humanity itself.Rich with sharp social commentary, vibrant characters, and breathtaking world-building, it's a gripping, imaginative tale of identity, belonging, and the power of unity in the face of otherworldly, eldritch chaos.N.K Jemisin will be answering questions from our World Book Club - including how she created characters that embody each of New York's five boroughs, what makes a city ‘alive', and how she confronted, and subverted, Lovecraftian tropes to create the enemy of all humanity, the Woman in White.Presented by Harriett Gilbert. Produced by Elizabeth Ann Duffy.Photo Credit - Laura Hanifin
When a married couple ventures deep into the Pacific Northwest wilderness in search of a mythical flower, what starts as a quirky botanical quest spirals into a hallucinatory nightmare of glowing blood, eerie silence, and body horror.In Bruce Haney's A Plant Called Death, ancient legends come alive as a group of hikers stumbles upon a plant that shouldn't exist—one that changes those who touch it. What follows is a chilling descent into madness, mutation, and survival as nature itself turns against them.
Surf's up! Gray Matter's got new adaptations of H.P. Lovecraft classics coming your way all summer long! Our June, July, and August episodes will each be a fresh take on a classic Lovecraft tale, packed full of otherworldly monsters, cosmic mayhem, and madness from beyond the stars! It's perfect vacation listening... if you like your vacations weird, gross, and bleak! Join the Gray Matter Patreon (Creative Commentaries #1-10 available now FREE!) - https://www.patreon.com/graymatterhorror Gray Matter's (Underused) Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@GrayMatterPodcast Gray Matter Teepublic Store - https://www.teepublic.com/user/graymatterhorror That Happens: #185 - The Strength of Four Babies (Guest Starring Jon) - https://thathappenspod.com/2025/03/20/episode-185-the-strength-of-four-babies/ I is For Investigate: Dagon RSS Feed (Lovecraftian Mystery Podcast Jon voice-acted for) - https://feeds.libsyn.com/501263/rss Surf Rock Intro / Outro: https://pixabay.com/music/american-roots-rock-surf-rock-06-269648/
In 1996, the world of video gaming was forever changed by the release of Capcom's “survival horror” masterwork “Resident Evil” on the Sony PlayStation. In fact, the term “survival horror”, now a common-place name for a subgenre of horror gaming, was originated by “Resident Evil”.Survival horror itself can be defined as a genre of video games with a focus on surviving in a threatening, often supernatural or disturbing environment, with an emphasis on a more vulnerable central character, tension, limited resources and combat as a last resort.Sound like a vast number of great horror games that have come since the original “Resident Evil”?Whether it's the steeped in atmospheric dread of the “Silent Hill” franchise, the cosmic Lovecraftian terror of the “Dead Space” games, the nerve-frying corridors of the “Amnesia” series or the Stephen King-esque small town horror of “Alan Wake” and its sequel, the influence of “Resident Evil” has played a pivotal role in forming horror gaming. In this episode I am joined by the stars of the most recent “Resident Evil” games. They have taken the three most iconic characters of the franchise and not only made them their own, but also brought real gravity and psychological complexity that has helped redefine the series and what we thought we could expect from it.Welcome Nicole Tompkins who plays Jill Valentine in the “Resident Evil 3” reimaging and the animated film “Resident Evil: Death Island” as well as Daniela Dimitrescu and Elena in “Resident Evil Village”, Jeff Schine who plays Carlos in the “Resident Evil 3” reimagining and Chris Redfield in “Resident Evil Village” and Nick Apostolides who plays Leon Kennedy in the reimagining's of “Resident Evil 2” and “Resident Evil 4” as well as the TV mini-series “Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness”.We discuss their approaches to adapting these legacy characters, the indelible imprint of the franchise, how it's not as different from film acting as some may think, as well as their most requested line readings. Let's explore the dangers of Raccoon City and beyond, survive a world of endless zombies and undead Doberman's, expose shadowy secret evil organizations and visit a village of crazed occultist with Nicole Tompkins, Jeff Schine and Nick Apostolides! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Glorious - "I Saved the Universe."This week we commune with old Lovecraftian gods over a commode in GLORIOUS (2022). A project helmed by, friend of show, Rebekah McKendry, who we had the pleasure of speaking with about Giallo, Fangoria and more last year! Check out our interview with her here & then dig into this fresh episode!Support the show
Retroids, start your engines! This episode is all about driving and racing games! We're talking arcades, Atari, Super Nintendo, the N64, and into the era of Playstation and X-Box! As long as the game puts you behind the wheel, it counts! Along for the ride is our old pal and former host of the Retro Ridoctopus cephalopodcast, Synopsis Grim AKA BOSS RUSH MODE!! So buckle up and floor that gas pedal. It's the finish line or BUST! Later on, we'll brake for an Octoponder This, then gun it for another installment of Parasite Steve's BOOKSHELF OF THE DAMNED, featuring the fantastic "EIGHT CYLINDERS" by Jason Parent, which has been described as "a wild mix of Fury Road, Dante's Inferno, and Lovecraftian horror". Get your copy here! ----------------------------------------Retro Ridoctopus is:• Parasite Steve (read)• 8-Bit Alchemy (listen) • Coopster Gold (join) • Nintenjoe (subscribe)----------------------------------------All original heavy metal music by Enchanted Exile
It's time to once again dive into the world of Lucio Fulci with The Beyond, the second film in the Gates of Hell trilogy. Join Juliet and Theresa to talk about this New Orleans-set supernatural film, lots of eyeball stuff, very chill spiders, and why not everything has to be Lovecraftian.CW/TW: none for this episodeBuy us a coffee!Become a Patron!Theme music: "Book of Shadows" by Houseghost (Rad Girlfriend Records) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Kev and Jay Mack blow out the candles on one of the weirdest cult horror comedies you've never seen—The Birthday starring Corey Feldman! From awkward romance to Lovecraftian horror, this 2004 Spanish oddity blends black comedy, cosmic dread, and a wildly committed performance by Feldman. You don't want to miss this chaotic deep dive—courtesy of the studio.
Soft spoken reading of Algernon Blackwood's Wood of the Dead.In The Wood of the Dead, Algernon Blackwood weaves an eerie tale of isolation, spectral whispers, and the ominous presence of the past. The story follows a traveler who arrives in a remote village, where the air is thick with an uncanny stillness. As he wanders into the ancient forest bordering the settlement, he encounters an unsettling old man—one who speaks in cryptic riddles about the dead lingering among the trees.The deeper the traveler ventures, the more he feels the suffocating weight of unseen eyes and the rustling of something beyond the physical world. The villagers live in quiet fear, their words laced with hints of long-forgotten sins and restless spirits that refuse to be buried. The wood itself seems alive, pulsating with an unnatural presence that hungers for recognition.As the tale unfolds, Blackwood masterfully builds an atmosphere of creeping dread, blending folklore, the supernatural, and psychological horror into a chilling meditation on mortality and the unseen forces that stalk the living. The traveler—skeptical at first—soon finds that some boundaries between life and death are not easily crossed... nor easily escaped.ASMR tales from Lovecraft, Poe, Grimm & Beyond | Unlock Exclusive Secrets from the Vault on PatreonVenture softly into realms untold, where ancient whispers stir forgotten lore and dust-laden libraries echo with lost dreams. Here you'll find soft spoken Lovecraftian myths, gothic tales, dreams spun from ancient murmurs, and solace found in the decayed whispers of timeworn pages and eternal tomes. Tucking in sleepy souls, one story at a time.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. Listen with headphones for the best experience.This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.Enter the Abyss: http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRhttps://www.youtube.com/@TomebyTomeASMR
Join us for a Midnight Ritual of Primal(2010), in which a group of college kids trek deep into the wilds of Australia in search of an ancient and mysterious cave. The rock says. Journey With A Cinephile: https://linktr.ee/JourneywithaCinephile TNC: https://linktr.ee/thenightclub Special Guest: David Garrett Jr..
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Once the most derided type of film adaptation, video game movies have been seeing a renaissance as of late. So what better time to borrow the conventions of a once-derided medium to tell a story all your own? In this Mini-BOP, Mike and Jamie gush about the new film by genre filmmaker Jason Trost, The Waves of Madness, the world's first side-scrolling motion picture. With a premise that could have outstayed its welcome in minutes, Waves draws you in with its loving pastiche of PS1-era survival horror, and keeps you with a sincere Lovecraftian mystery at sea, with the best monster design we've seen all year. You'll never look at load screen monologues the same way again!https://www.boxofficepulp.com/Listen on Apple: https://www.boxofficepulp.com/appleListen on Spotify: https://www.boxofficepulp.com/spotifyListen on Amazon: https://www.boxofficepulp.com/amazonAll The OTHER Ways to Listen: https://www.boxofficepulp.com/listenFollow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoxOfficePulpPodcast/Follow on Twiter/X: https://x.com/BoxOfficePulp
In this episode, me and my homegirl, Jackson Cooper, dive into the cult classic Equinox (1970), a low-budget horror gem that helped lay the groundwork for independent genre filmmaking.With its surreal story of college students stumbling upon an ancient book that opens a portal to another dimension, Equinox blends stop-motion monsters, amateur charm, and Lovecraftian terror. We explore the film's unique production history, its influence on later horror hits like The Evil Dead, and how it earned a place in genre history thanks to the passion of its creators—especially future Star Wars effects artist Dennis Muren.Whether you're a seasoned horror buff or just discovering this underground favorite, this episode sheds light on why Equinoxremains a fascinating piece of horror history.Intro/Outro Music: "Phantom Fun" by Jonathan BoyleShow E-Mail: cultcinemacircle@gmail.comFollow Jackson on InstagramFollow Cult Cinema Circle on Instagram, Bluesky, and LetterboxdFollow American Genre Film Archive on InstagramVisit the American Genre Film Archive Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Soft spoken reading of HP Lovecraft's Celephaïs, 1920. Set against the eerie creaking of a drifting pirate ship on the ocean. Listen with headphones for the best experience.Celephaïs is a mesmerizing tale from Lovecraft's Dream Cycle, following the journey of Kuranes, a man disillusioned with reality who seeks refuge in his dreams. Once a child who imagined the radiant city of Celephaïs, he grows into a weary adult, desperate to return to the dream-world. As his earthly life crumbles, he plunges deeper into sleep, chasing visions of turquoise temples, timeless streets, and galleys that sail into the sky.But dreams are fickle, and the boundary between fantasy and madness blurs. When knights from Celephaïs finally arrive to escort him home, he embarks on a surreal voyage through time, back to his ancestral estate—only to awaken as king and god of the dream-city. Yet in the waking world, his body washes up on the shores of Cornwall, lost to the tides of reality.ASMR tales from Lovecraft, Poe, Grimm & Beyond | Unlock Exclusive Secrets from the Vault as a Channel Member or on PatreonVenture softly into realms untold, where ancient whispers stir forgotten lore and dust-laden libraries echo with lost dreams. Here you'll find soft spoken Lovecraftian myths, gothic tales, dreams spun from ancient murmurs, and solace found in the decayed whispers of timeworn pages and eternal tomes. Tucking in sleepy souls, one story at a time.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.Enter the Abyss: http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRDonations: http://paypal.me/TomebyTomehttps://venmo.com/u/PamBreshearshttp://buymeacoffee.com/tomebytomeasmrThis video is intended for sleep. #sleepaidAs many of the larger channels noticed first, in November 2023, YouTube rolled out non-optional end-roll ads on all videos. Because this video is intended for you to relax and fall asleep, I'm hoping by adding this hashtag that YouTube becomes aware of the placement of ads on certain video types, like ASMR.Video art and video animation are done by me using CapCut, Canva Pro, Movavi, and Motionleap tools. TAGS: female voice asmr, soft spoken female voice, whisper female, quiet storytelling, creaking ship ambiance, drifting into sleep, hypnotic reading, immersive dark ambient sounds, asmr, soft spoken asmr, asmr for sleep, asmr sleep reading, sleep aid for adults, bedtime stories for grown ups, sleep podcast, sleepcast, talk me to sleep, read me to sleep, dark sleep ambiance, dark sleep ambience, fairy tales for adults, asmr banned books, banned books podcast, modern horror, thomas ligotti, hp lovecraft, asmr lovecraft, lovecraftian horror, lovecraft audiobook, call of cthulhu, nyarlathotep, azathoth, celephaïs
Soft spoken reading of HP Lovecraft's Azathoth, 1922. With ominous cave ambience, listen with headphones for the best experience.At the heart of the abyss, where time dissolves and space is meaningless, the dreamer finds Azathoth—the mindless, seething center of the universe. A force of chaos, madness, and unreasoning destruction, Azathoth is the blind idiot god whose presence nullifies all thought and order. The story ends with the terrifying realization that beyond human imagination lies nothing but writhing, chaotic horror—and the dreamer is lost within its merciless embrace.Short but evocative, Azathoth is less a narrative and more a fragment of cosmic dread—one that hints at the unfathomable horrors that lurk beyond the fragile veil of sanity.ASMR tales from Lovecraft, Poe, Grimm & Beyond | Unlock Exclusive Secrets from the Vault as a Channel Member or on PatreonVenture softly into realms untold, where ancient whispers stir forgotten lore and dust-laden libraries echo with lost dreams. Here you'll find soft spoken Lovecraftian myths, gothic tales, dreams spun from ancient murmurs, and solace found in the decayed whispers of timeworn pages and eternal tomes. Tucking in sleepy souls, one story at a time.Soft spoken ASMR is used to provide listeners with comfort to ease symptoms of insomnia, anxiety, depression, and ptsd. ASMR with atmospheric sounds—like gentle whispering, soft taps, and calming nature noises works wonders for relaxation and anxiety relief. The soothing sounds and personal attention mimic a comforting, nurturing experience, while promoting mindfulness and focus that diverts attention from anxious thoughts. Physiologically, ASMR can lower heart rate and blood pressure, activating neural circuits linked to relaxation. This powerful combination creates a serene environment, helping individuals unwind and feel at peace. This channel is intended to provide you with a comfortable space to relax and fall asleep. I welcome all comments and suggestions for stories because this channel is meant for you, my darling. Having recently suffered from depression, I promise that I will do everything in my power to make this channel consistent and make our way through these wonderful classic stories.Enter the Abyss: http://tomebytomeasmr.comhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TomeByTomeASMRDonations: http://paypal.me/TomebyTomehttps://venmo.com/u/PamBreshearshttp://buymeacoffee.com/tomebytomeasmrThis video is intended for sleep. #sleepaidAs many of the larger channels noticed first, in November 2023, YouTube rolled out non-optional end-roll ads on all videos. Because this video is intended for you to relax and fall asleep, I'm hoping by adding this hashtag that YouTube becomes aware of the placement of ads on certain video types, like ASMR.Video art and video animation are done by me using CapCut, Canva Pro, Movavi, and Motionleap tools. TAGS: asmr, soft spoken asmr, whisper asmr, asmr for sleep, asmr sleep reading, sleep aid for adults, bedtime stories for grown ups, sleep podcast, sleepcast, talk me to sleep, read me to sleep, dark sleep ambiance, dark sleep ambience, audiobooks, asmr audiobooks, asmr audiobook reading, audiobook for sleep, storytime for adults, complete audiobook asmr, hp lovecraft, asmr lovecraft, call of cthulhu, asmr horror story, dark horror story, gothic literature, gothic horror asmr, horror poetry, cosmic horror, dark fairy tales, asmr dark fairy tales, mythos poetry, weird fiction, fairy tales for adults, brothers grimm, asmr brothers grimm, banned books, asmr banned books, banned books podcast, modern horror, thomas ligotti, nightmare before christmas vibes, spooky story, spooky bedtime story, female voice asmr, soft spoken female voice, whisper female
Four Play dives deep into Robert Eggers' enigmatic film 'The Lighthouse'. Richard Lewis, MonteCristo, and Thorin analyze the intricate storytelling, impeccable cinematography, and the remarkable performances by Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson. We explore the film's Lovecraftian themes, Greek mythological references, and its unique ability to evoke a wide range of emotions, from horror to comedy. Whether you're a fan of psychological horror or artistic cinema, this discussion highlights why 'The Lighthouse' is a standout film in Eggers' oeuvre. Our hosts discuss their theories on the mysteries of the film, including what is "real" and the characters' motivations. Don't miss our in-depth analysis and insights into one of the most profoundly crafted films of recent years.
A fun chat with Nat Cassiday all about his new book When the Wolf Comes Home, the importance of content warnings, shapeshifters, and his Lovecraftian one man show. Plus – Dave bungles PSAT proctoring, Laura has the best seat in the stadium (for once), and Andrew's kid is the Easter Bunny. We also recommend: Dungeon … Continue reading Ep. 289 Dirtbag Facial Hair With Nat Cassidy
Midnight Murder Club is a hauntingly immersive social deduction game that blends murder mystery, psychological intrigue, and Lovecraftian horror into a rich multiplayer experience. Set in atmospheric locations from crumbling manors to eerie space stations, players step into the shoes of unique characters—each with personal motives, special abilities, and secrets to hide. One among them is the killer. The rest must investigate, interrogate, and survive.This character driven mystery isn't just about solving crimes it's about reading people, managing paranoia, and navigating constantly shifting alliances. The game's deep investigation system, supernatural twists, and sanity mechanics raise the stakes beyond traditional whodunits. Whether you're protecting others, framing enemies, or slowly losing your grip on reality, each match is a dynamic, story-rich puzzle.Though Midnight Murder Club has some UI clunkiness and a learning curve, it offers exceptional replayability, intense social drama, and moments that players will be talking about long after the final accusation. It's not just a game it's a chilling, thrilling experience.
"Deep into that darkness peering, long I stood there wondering, fearing, doubting, listening to Wide Flank..."Sean and Alon are joined by three-peat guest Hayden aka Hac to dive deep into the darkness that lives eternally within us all. This month's Game Club is 2002's Lovecraftian cult classic Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem, developed by Silicon Knights and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo GameCube.—Do YOU want to submit games for Game Club consideration?Subscribe to the Wide Flank Patreon to join the ranks of The High Council on Discord, TODAY!PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/wideflankDISCORD: https://discord.gg/ACbDjNhMpJTHE REST: https://linktr.ee/wideflank—Timestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:00:56 - Admin stuff00:01:18 - What'd you think of the game overall?00:03:46 - Game overview00:05:34 - One character vs different characters00:08:07 - Repetitive areas and overdesigning00:11:40 - The different colors (ancients)00:16:26 - Going insane (diegetic insanity)00:24:19 - What makes repetition interesting in games?00:34:11 - The spell system00:47:12 - How much do you need to learn (onboarding?)00:52:12 - This is such a Video Game00:59:35 - The camera01:03:32 - The sound design and fear01:11:39 - The ending01:16:59 - Chapter 9 Boss (Black Guardian)01:23:30 - Sean Cheats01:33:33 - Mystery package at the door?01:35:01 - Another game to add insanity effects to01:39:06 - Hayden Silicon Knights story
The Shrieking Horror ep.770 Andrea M. Pawley lives and writes in Washington, D.C.. She plans to start her own city quadrant as soon as the space-time continuum rips, and a new direction becomes available. Andrea attended Clarion West in 2017 and currently volunteers as the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association Mentorship Program Coordinator. Her stories have appeared in Clarkesworld, Asimov's Science Fiction, and Cosmic Horror Monthly. Andrea's slightly odd takes on writing, art, and Washington D.C. can be found at www.andreapawley.com. This story was originally published in The Nameless Songs of Zadok Allen and Other Things That Should Not Be, a March 2023 anthology edited by JayHenge Publishing. ---- Listen Elsewhere ---- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TallTaleTV Website: http://www.TallTaleTV.com ---- Story Submission ---- Got a short story you'd like to submit? Submission guidelines can be found at http://www.TallTaleTV.com ---- About Tall Tale TV ---- Hi there! My name is Chris Herron and I'm an audiobook narrator. In 2015, I suffered from poor Type 1 diabetes control which lead me to become legally blind for almost a year. The doctors didn't give me much hope, predicting an 80% chance that I would never see again. But I refused to give up and changed my lifestyle drastically. Through sheer willpower (and an amazing eye surgeon) I beat the odds and regained my vision. During that difficult time, I couldn't read or write, which was devastating as they had always been a source of comfort for me since childhood. However, my wife took me to the local library where she read out the titles of audiobooks to me. I selected some of my favorite books, such as the Disc World series, Name of the Wind, Harry Potter, and more, and the audiobooks brought these stories to life in a way I had never experienced before. They helped me through the darkest period of my life and I fell in love with audiobooks. Once I regained my vision, I decided to pursue a career as an audiobook narrator instead of a writer. That's why I created Tall Tale TV, to support aspiring authors in the writing communities that I had grown to love before my ordeal. My goal was to help them promote their work by providing a promotional audio short story that showcases their writing skills to readers. They say the strongest form of advertising is word of mouth, so I offer a platform for readers to share these videos and help spread the word about these talented writers. Please consider sharing these stories with your friends and family to support these amazing authors. Thank you! ---- legal ---- All stories on Tall Tale TV have been submitted in accordance with the terms of service provided on http://www.talltaletv.com or obtained with permission by the author. All images used on Tall Tale TV are either original or Royalty and Attribution free. Most stock images used are provided by http://www.pixabay.com , https://www.canstockphoto.com/ or created using AI. Image attribution will be declared only when required by the copyright owner. Common Affiliates are: Amazon, Smashwords
From unknowable gods to sanity-draining gameplay, we dive headfirst into the chilling world of Eldritch horror and how it's shaped modern gaming. In this two-hour episode, Blacklabel, PintsizedGeisha, and Azzilee unravel the cosmic madness lurking in titles like Bloodborne, Amnesia, Call of Cthulhu, and Eternal Darkness—while also spotlighting tabletop horror, sanity mechanics, and what the future of Lovecraftian games might look like.Whether you're a longtime fan of FromSoftware or a curious newcomer wondering what the heck the "Great Ones" are, this episode is your portal to the abyss.
Join Justin as he chats with writer and editor Darrell Schweitzer about resurrecting Weird Tales, self-promotion tips for young authors, rare books, the inspiration behind his character Sir Julian, Lovecraftian poetry, and more!Darrell Schweitzer bio:“Darrell Schweitzer is an American writer, editor, and essayist, particularly known for his work in dark fantasy and horror, but also in science fiction and fantasy. He has published numerous novels, short stories, and critical essays, and has edited collections of essays on various writers within his preferred genres. Schweitzer has also been a co-editor of the magazine Weird Tales and a World Fantasy Award judge.”Intro and outro theme created by Wyrm. Support Wyrm by visiting the Serpents Sword Records bandcamp page (linked below):https://serpentsswordrecords.bandcamp.com/Monsters, Madness and Magic Official Website. Monsters, Madness and Magic on Linktree.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Instagram.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Facebook.Monsters, Madness and Magic on Twitter.Monsters, Madness and Magic on YouTube
I sat down with Dawn to get the inside scoop for one of my favorite movies from one of my favorite franchises and the information is priceless. From what it was like not to audition for the role (in which she delivered flawlessly), getting to know the rest of the cast and crew, and what it was like on set, to finishing the film. I especially loved the part where she gives us some behind the scenes secrets and film locations; just to have that knowledge is also priceless. Here is why I love this franchise and this movie specifically: The permeating mysteries of the series go largely unexplained, partly due to the movies often giving clashing information about what is or isn't real. It has a Lovecraftian type feel where you truly cannot know what's going on. Is the story in Reggie's heads or Mikes' head? If you or anyone you know would like to send ‘Phan' mail a letter or card to Reggie, this is the address:Reggie Bannister PO Box 4387 Crestline, CA 92325
This week, the boys kick things off with some serious déjà vu as Fyre Fest's favorite grifter promises he's totally throwing another festival — because nothing says “I've changed” like doubling down on the same scam. Meanwhile, the IRS decided to become ICE's BFF by casually sharing migrant tax data, and their commissioner moonwalks out right after. Also: Microsoft's long game of “let OpenAI set the money on fire while we build empires” is going exactly as planned.In the news, it's Elon all day: Starlink might be doing the same government freebie hustle Microsoft perfected, DOGE is monitoring your comms for anti-Musk snark, and apparently has enough data on your family to build Black Mirror Season 8. Tesla's financials are circling the drain so hard they won't even take their own Cybertrucks back as trade-ins, but don't worry — Elon's ready to bail out Twitter/xAI with monopoly money. Over in the UK, the cops are one coffee away from full Minority Report, and MIT confirms what we already knew: AI doesn't have morals, just vibes. Speaking of AI, someone sent an avatar to court. Yes, really.In Media Candy, it's a smorgasbord: The White Lotus is back, Murderbot looks like a win, and the Tron: Ares trailer wants you to care again. There's also a full Ask A Ninja drop for your 2006 nostalgia, and “Donald Trump Rides a Cock Horse” makes us long for the innocent absurdity of Morrissey Rides a Cockhorse. Over in Apps & Doodads, we've got AI dumbbells (because of course), Instagram still pretending the iPad doesn't exist, and the Scotty Peeler — the tool you didn't know you needed. Finally, Dave's back in The Darkside, riffing on malware, The Owl House, and how ChatGPT sometimes gives your image prompts a side of Lovecraftian horror. RIP to some true legends: Dave Allen, Al Barile, and Clem Burke — your music lives louder than ever.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/692FOLLOW UPFyre Fest Founder Insists Another Festival Is ComingI.R.S. 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Could Elon Musk's Starlink Be Doing the Same?Social Security Website Crashes Blamed on DOGE Software UpdateDOGE is reportedly using AI to monitor government comms for anti-Musk and anti-Trump chatterHere's All of the Data That Elon Musk's DOGE May Have on You and Your FamilyDOGE Is About to Get DOGE'dUK is going full Minority Report with ‘murder prediction' researchMIT study finds that AI doesn't, in fact, have valuesElon Musk sets the stage for Tesla to bail out Twitter/xAI at an insane valuationTesla Is So Cooked That It's Now Refusing to Accept Cybertrucks as Trade-InsJustice Department Says It Will Pull Back on Prosecuting Crypto FraudCitation Needed - Issue 81 – Crypto crime is legal by Molly WhiteReflexive AI use isn't optional anymoreTech founder charged with fraud for 'AI' that was secretly overseas contract workersPro Tip: Don't Send Your AI Avatar to Testify for You in CourtTrump's TikTok Plan Upended by Chinese Objections Over TariffsFrance to ban students from keeping smartphones in schoolsA Tiny Piece of Mouse Brain Has Finally Been Mapped in Mindblowing DetailMEDIA CANDYThe White LotusThe StudioDevil May CryBlack Mirror Season 7Ask A Ninja Omnibus What Year Is This?The PittTron: Ares‘ First Trailer Brings Us to a Whole New GridTron: Ares | Official TrailerThe Murderbot TV show trailer is hereMurderbot — Official Trailer | Apple TV+Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning | Official Trailer (2025 Movie) - Tom CruiseBrian Eno's Windows Reboot Chime Inducted Into National Recording RegistryThere's No Future in OptimismTriplaPearliesLonely TownDonald Trump Rides a Cock HorseDecades After "Morrissey Rides a Cockhorse," Moz Is "Way Worse"Morrissey Rides A Cockhorse - Warlock PinchersAPPS & DOODADSMacbook Air 15“Scotty Peeler - Label and Sticker RemoverSlipdrive - Portable Hard Drive Sleeve for LaptopThe year is 2025, and Instagram is reportedly 'working on' an iPad appNova by PanicDerek Sivers - Tech IndependenceKabata - The world's first AI powered dumbbellsNintendo delays Switch 2 US pre-orders following Trump tariffsBUSY BarAmazon HaulMob ControlUnited States Disappeared TrackerTHE DARKSIDE WITH DAVEDave BittnerThe CyberWireHacking HumansCaveatControl LoopOnly Malware in the BuildingThe Owl HouseEerie, IndianaCLOSING SHOUT-OUTSDave Allen, Gang of Four Bassist, Dead at 69Al Barile, Guitarist for Hardcore Pioneers SSD, Dead at 63Blondie Drummer Clem Burke Dead at 70See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today, we face off against a Lovecraftian horror, help a child in need, salute the chief of police, and meet our new best friend, Mr. X. Show Notes Super NPC Radio – Patreon - Discord- Bluesky – Instagram – Twitch Jeremy Schmidt: Video Games: a Comedy Show - Twitter - BlueSky Conner McCabe – Call Me By Your Game podcast - Bluesky - Twitch July Diaz: Twitter Nick Costanza: Bluesky - Twitter Mikey McCollor: YouTube - Twitter Roxy Polk: BlueSky - Twitch
Another day, another Lovecraft! Martin Dunlop joins me to look at Howard Lovecraft and the Undersea Kingdom (2017), an animated film dense with Lovecraftian lore, odd voice decisions and freaky critters. It's a slog with not much Jeff but we survived unscathed! Seymour also makes a stanky appearance. Thanks, buddy. Follow the podcast: Twitter: @reanimatespod Instagram: @reanimatespod YouTube: @re-animatespodcast Tumblr: /reanimatespodcast Bluesky: @reanimatespod.bsky.social Support the podcast: ko-fi.com/lisadib
It's the last spin on the Wheel of Indies, and it's sent us out to sea where we're checking out the Lovecraftian cozy horror hit Dredge!
Welcome back, Horror Fiends!In this week's episode of Horror Junkies, we sit down with the one and only Dani Filth to talk all things horror and heavy metal! With Cradle of Filth's upcoming 14th studio album The Screaming of the Valkyries, we dive into the sinister inspirations behind the music, the chilling themes lurking within the lyrics, and how the band continues to push the boundaries of gothic horror in metal. Prepare for a deep dive into the macabre, as Dani shares his thoughts on the horror films and folklore that shaped the album, the band's evolving sound, and why horror and metal are a match made in hell. From vampiric ballads to Lovecraftian nightmares, we're exploring how Cradle of Filth conjures fear through music and storytelling. CRADLE OF FILTH Chaos & Carnage Tour co-headliner w/ Dying Fetus & Support From Fleshgod Apocalypse, Ne Obliviscaris, Undeath, Vomit Forth & Corpse Pile;4/17 — Berkeley, CA — UC Theatre4/19 — Los Angeles, CA — The Wiltern4/20 — Phoenix, AZ — The Van Buren4/22 — Albuquerque, NM — El Rey Theater4/24 — Dallas, TX — Granada Theater4/26 — San Antonio, TX — Vibes Event Center4/27 — Houston, TX — House of Blues4/29 — Nashville, TN — Brooklyn Bowl5/01 — New York, NY — Palladium Times Square5/02 — Richmond, VA — The National5/03 — Reading, PA — Reverb5/04 — Worcester, MA — The Palladium5/06 — Montreal, QC, CAN — L'Olympia5/07 — Toronto, ON, CAN — Rebel5/08 — Pontiac, MI — The Crofoot5/09 — Chicago, IL — Radius5/10 — Des Moines, IA — Val Air Ballroom5/12 — Wichita, KS — TempleLive5/14 — Denver, CO — Fillmore Auditorium Love horror and heavy music? Then this episode is for you! Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more sinister content. Don't forget to leave a review and spread the darkness to your fellow horror junkies. #CradleOfFilth #DaniFilth #GothicHorror #NewAlbum #MetalMeetsHorror #HorrorMovies #HeavyMetal #DarkAesthetic #HorrorJunkiesPodcast Theme by: Hunter Young - Digital Ghost Audio (Formally Swamp Sound Studios)
On this episode of Another Goddamn Horror Podcast, we welcome filmmaker and all-around horror badass Melissa LaMartina! We dive into her latest directorial project, For Sale By Exorcist, a must-see supernatural horror-comedy packed with demonic chaos and exorcist real estate nightmares. But that's just the beginning—we also explore her cult horror hits Call Girl of Cthulhu and House Shark, breaking down the gore, cosmic horror, and outrageous indie horror madness that make them fan favorites. Plus, Melissa shares the eerie origins of her killer creature-feature surf rock band, Beach Creeper! If you love indie horror, Lovecraftian horror, horror-comedy, monster movies, and all things cult horror, this episode is for you!
As a global pandemic looms in March of 2020, an epidemiologist travels to a remote seaside town in search of a possible treatment. Adapted from "The Shadow Over Innsmouth" by H.P. Lovecraft. CW: Includes themes and depictions of Infectious Disease, Body Horror & Transformation, Disability & Disfigurement, Grief, Social Alienation, Paranoia, Cosmic Horror, and Potential Violence & Death. Starring Justin Pope, Charleston Harvey, Andy Rich, and Jonathan Inbody. Written & Directed by Jonathan Inbody. Editing & Sound Design by Jeff Lavin. Music by Samantha Hunt. Episode Art by Jon-Michael Marinell. Full series credits, sound effects attribution, and links to social media can be found at https://www.graymatterhorror.com/ If you like the show, leave us a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Every review helps! Join the Gray Matter Patreon at https://patreon.com/graymatterhorror Buy Gray Matter Shirts at https://www.teepublic.com/user/graymatterhorror
Techdirt has finally accepted the inevitable and gone full democracy blog—because let's face it, politics and tech are now the same dumpster fire. Google rolled out AI Mode for Search, proving once again that the internet is just Clippy with better branding. Meanwhile, Billy McFarland insists Fyre Festival 2 is totally happening, despite Mexican officials pointing out that his coordinates literally lead to the ocean. Speaking of fraud, Tesla sales are in freefall thanks to Elon's alt-right cosplay, and people are setting Teslas on fire in protest. And in rich-guy disconnect news, Google's Sergey Brin thinks engineers should work 60-hour weeks to build the AI that will replace them. That's some late-stage capitalism poetry right there.Elsewhere, Trump Media paid Don Jr. nearly a quarter of its revenue to show up twice, while indie musicians can't afford to tour, proving once again that grifting is more profitable than making art. Technicolor shut down overnight, stranding 10,000 workers because Hollywood's financial planning is apparently as stable as a Starship rocket launch. Oh yeah, SpaceX exploded another one.Meanwhile, Netflix's attempt to upscale A Different World turned it into a Lovecraftian horror show. A quarter of Y Combinator startups now run on “vibe coding,” meaning their software is basically a Ouija board with extra steps. The AI takeover continues as OpenAI plans to charge $20,000 monthly for specialized AI "agents," proving once again that the revolution will be monetized. Meanwhile, Moscow's Pravda network has been poisoning Western AI chatbots with Russian propaganda, because if you can't convince humans, just brainwash the robots that humans increasingly trust.On the bright side, hackers brought the Humane AI Pin back to life after it was bricked, transforming an overpriced paperweight into... a slightly less useless overpriced paperweight. ChatGPT can now directly edit code in macOS development tools, making it easier for AI to introduce bugs you never would have thought of yourself. Over At the Library, check out "The Tempest" by Peter Cawdron for your first contact fix, and if you're worried about where society is heading (and who isn't?), Timothy Snyder's "On Tyranny" offers a survival guide for our slow-motion constitutional collapse. Finally, in "everything is fine" news, 82% of indie artists can't afford to tour anymore.Enjoy the dystopia, kids – at least we still have our sense of humor.Sponsors:DeleteMe - Head over to JoinDeleteMe.com/GOG and use the code "GOG" for 20% off.Private Internet Access - Go to GOG.Show/vpn and sign up today. For a limited time only, you can get OUR favorite VPN for as little as $2.03 a month.SetApp - With a single monthly subscription you get 240+ apps for your Mac. Go to SetApp and get started today!!!1Password - Get a great deal on the only password manager recommended by Grumpy Old Geeks! gog.show/1passwordShow notes at https://gog.show/687FOLLOW UPWhy Techdirt Is Now A Democracy Blog (Whether We Like It Or Not)Google announces ‘AI Mode' as a new way to use Search, testing starts todayGovernment Officials for Announced Fyre Festival 2 Location Say Event “Does Not Exist”‘I'm selling the Nazi mobile': Tesla owners offload cars after Musk's fascist-style salutesTesla Just Got Even More Bad NewsTesla Just Got News About Its Sales in Germany, and It Shows That Elon Musk Has Seriously Messed UpArsonists Set Fire to a Dozen Teslas, Charging Stations Amid "Anti-Capitalist Coordination to Target Tesla"Google's Sergey Brin Says Engineers Should Work 60-Hour Weeks in Office to Build AI That Could Replace ThemEx-Amazon VP explains why rich a-holes with helicopters and personal assistants don't get why you hate your commuteTrump Media Paid Donald Trump Jr. Nearly A Quarter Of Its Annual Revenue. 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We're back! And with maybe one of my most requested and epic monsters, we're looking at Cthulhu from Lovecraftian mythology! How does this epic fictional monster link to modern spider species? How can you wake him up from his deep, godly slumber? Find out this week!Send us a textWe Just CoolinWelcome to We Just Coolin, The Ultimate Chill ZoneListen on: SpotifySupport the showYou can find us on: Myth Monsters Website Spotify Apple Podcasts GoodPods Amazon Music Social media: Twitter BlueSky Instagram Facebook TikTok
DEATH BY DVD PRESENTS : What's The Deal With Jeremy Berkowitz? An Interview with Jeremy Berkowitz. On this fresh from the grave episode we are proud to bring filmmaker Jeremy Berkowitz to the graveyard to discuss their art! Jeremy is a tremendously talented writer, director and actor and their feature film debut SYDNEY was released early 2025 for all to see. On this episode Jeremy discusses their work, Sydney, what made them want to be an artist and more. We dive deep into into Jeremy's world of art, from his start in stand up comedy to writing directing and starring in a feature film. I am so excited for you all to hear this episode, Jeremy creates dynamic art that drowns you in pure emotion and I truly hope you enjoy this episode and explore their art further. WATCH SYDNEY FOR FREE : Tap here or copy the link belowhttps://www.sydneythefilm.com/VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF JEREMY BERKOWITZ: Tap here or click the link belowhttps://www.jeremyberkowitz.com/Don't forget, Death By DVD has its very own all original audio drama voiced almost entirely by Death By DVD!DEATH BY DVD PRESENTS : WHO SHOT HANK?The first of its kind, (On this show, at least) an all original narrative audio drama exploring the murder of this shows very host, HANK THE WORLDS GREATEST! Explore WHO SHOT HANK, starting with the MURDER! A Death By DVD New Year Mystery WHO SHOT HANK : PART ONE WHO SHOT HANK : PART TWO WHO SHOT HANK : PART THREE WHO SHOT HANK : PART FOUR WHO SHOT HANK PART 5 : THE BEGINNING OF THE ENDWHO SHOT HANK PART 6 THE FINALE : EXEUNT OMNES Whoah, you're still here? Check out the official YOUTUBE of Death By DVD and see our brand new program, TRAILER PARK! The greatest movie trailer compilation of all time. Tap here to visit our YOUTUBE or copy and paste the link below : https://www.youtube.com/@DeathByDVD ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In time, you will know the tragic extent of my podcast, Welcome to Fanbruary! For our first listener suggested title this year, we're talking about Darkest Dungeon, an RPG with Lovecraftian themes and light roguelike elements. Darkest Dungeon is known to be a difficult game, and it sticks to this design ethos with a commendable level of commitment. Depending on who you are, maybe too much commitment. With a large number of random factors affecting everything from what characters you get offered, the results of looting and in-combat effects, playing through the game's dungeons feels like a Rube Goldberg machine of quirks, diseases, attacks and more triggering in a sequence that is almost always bad for you. This makes the climb for upgrades and ever-higher-leveled characters slow, but (I imagine) rewarding for dedicated players. And if you're looking to become one of those dedicated players, don't despair, or do despair, I guess, because the game's non-gameplay elements do a great job of selling an atmosphere of hopelessness and fear, underscored by a charismatic and slightly shmaltzy narrator. This game has a lot going for it, but your enjoyment is ultimately going to be decided by your level of patience and how much you like turn based combat. We talk about the game's difficulty and what parts of it we felt we could adequately prepare for, our biggest tribulations, and we discuss how part of the game could have been better if it was more like a pretzel. Thank you for joining us again this week, and thank you for all your submissions for Fanbruary! I'm sure this is starting to sound like a thing I just say every episode, but as usual, we are running a bit behind this month, but we will get four episodes out for Fanbruary that just might bleed a bit into March. This game tried and successfully defeated us, unfortunately, but I'd be curious to hear from more long-term players if they've found consistent strategies or what high level play actually looks like, given that I only exhibited low level play. Let us know in the comments or over on Discord! Next time, we're going to be talking about Castlevania 64, another game with a bit of a dismal atmosphere, but perhaps lightened by the jank of early 3D games, so we hope you'll join us then.
Three... two... one... Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2025 with a whole new batch of Horror Business, including a Real World Horror story about an Irish family looking to escape a mold problem, only to be moved into a house with a poltergeist instead! We then discuss the remake of Anaconda, three new Fear Street movies, and Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma. We also examine A Serbian Documentary and a new Lovecraftian video game. Then it's time to watch the balls drop as we ring in the new year with two movies set on December 31. Enjoy our thoughts on the star-studded slasher Minutes to Midnight as well as the 1980 classic New Year's Evil. So grab a loved one and a glass of champagne and get ready to count down to a brad new episode of The Grave Plot Podcast!
In today's episode of A Pinch of Magick, I share a cup (literally) with Amal Al-Agroobi, a fellow MA student, award-winning filmmaker, and explorer of the Islamic occult.Get ready to dive into a conversation brimming with mysticism, storytelling, and magickal curiosities as Amal spills the coffee grounds on her journey to blend creativity and academia.Spoiler: it involves coffee cup readings, Sufi rituals, and an epic search for a lost Islamic occult ritual book!What You'll Hear in This EpisodeFrom Neuroscience to Filmmaking to Magick: Amal shares how her unconventional journey—spanning neuroscience, fantasy filmmaking, and occult studies—shaped her fascination with the unseen.Childhood Mysticism and Coffee Cup Reading: Growing up surrounded by paranormal experiences in Belgium and Syria, Amal explains how coffee cup readings became an essential part of her cultural and magickal story.Islamic Occultism: Amal uncovers hidden gems from the Islamic tradition, from Arabic lettering tied to celestial spheres to the rituals of her Sufi ancestors.The Science of the Unseen: Amal's neuroscience background offers a unique perspective on why we lose our connection to the spiritual as we grow older.The Power of Intention and Magick: From evil eyes to talismans, Amal and I explore the fine line between belief and blasphemy and the ethical considerations behind magickal practice.Behind the Scenes of Exeter's MA in Magic and Occult Science: Amal discusses how the course challenges her understanding of faith, magic, and storytelling—and how it's inspiring her next creative works.Upcoming Projects: From haunted docu-dramas to her dream of translating rare Arabic occult texts, Amal is blending her academic journey with her creative vision.Key TakeawaysMagic is about intention: the energy you put into your rituals and words shapes their power.Cultural storytelling is a treasure trove for magickal practices and creativity—don't be afraid to dig deep into your heritage.Bridging magick and academia is as challenging as it is rewarding, offering new ways to legitimise and celebrate mystical traditions.Mentioned in This EpisodeExeter's MA in Magic and Occult Science: The first-of-its-kind programme that brought Rebecca and Amal together.Amal's Instagram: @AmalAlAgroobiExeter Magic Instagram: @ExeterMagicAmal's films: Voice Notes from Palestine and The Brain That Sings (available online).The Prayer of Fire: Amal's family ritual inspiring her dissertation.Coffee cup reading: An practice that's as delicious as it is mystical!Magickal Thought of the Day“Your beliefs are your power. Whether you're reading coffee grounds or crafting talismans, it's your intention that makes the magick happen.”About Amal Al-AgroobiAmal Al-Agroobi is a film director who works in genre cinema - fantasy, sci-fi and horror.She is half Emirati (from the UAE) and half Syrian, with a passion for social-based and human-interest stories.She started her career in 2012 in documentaries, winning multiple competitions worldwide before transitioning into genre cinema. She now writes for film and television.She is a BAFTA member and a Directors UK member. Her most notable film was “Half Emirati (2012),” a documentary about mixed-parentage individuals in the UAE; her latest is a Lovecraftian horror, “Ladies Coffee (2024)” about fortune-telling through coffee cup reading in Syrian culture.She has also just completed a documentary about university students living with disabilities in Gaza, entitled “Voice notes from Palestine.”Her personal interests include financial markets and the paranormal and occult, specifically Islamic occultism. Connect with AmalWebsite: www.AmalAlAgroobi.comInstagram: @AmalAlAgroobiFilms: Voice Notes from Palestine and The Brain That SingsVoice notes from Palestine (2024) - https://youtu.be/HNXn315F-4QFilmmaker Amal on YouTube: FilmMakerAmalALAGROOBI films on YouTube: ALAGROBI FilmsSubscribe & ShareIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend who loves magick, culture, and creativity. Don't forget to rate and review the podcast to help us bring more magick into the world!-- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --All of the Magick:The A Pinch of Magick App:IPhone - download on the App StoreAndroid - download pn the Google PlayOur (free) magickal Community: Facebook GroupMagickal JournalsExplore on Amazon Rebecca's Author PageWebsiteRebeccaAnuwen.comInstagramFor Magick: Click hereFor a Sacred Pause in Nature: Click hereFor CharmCasting: Click hereFor Merlin my Dog: Click here
New Year's resolutions are a big thing for folks. Some want to lose weight, find a spouse, get a new job, work towards completing something; others have goals that they strive for. Co-host Mike said that there are a lot of genre films he hasn't seen that he wants to get to, so as a New Year's resolution, why not ask all the co-hosts to see some film they always wanted to see and then discuss. Another year doing so, each co-host chose a genre movie that they had never seen and decided to watch it and give their opinions.Films we discuss are Lucio Fulci's 1981 Lovecraftian film THE BEYOND, the 1974 film known as DAN CURTIS' DRACULA starring Jack Palance, Dennis Hopper's neo-noir thriller THE HOT SPOT (1990), and Hammer horror film TO THE DEVIL A DAUGHTER (1976). A wide variety of films they are, but also some important ones too that one of your co-hosts finally got to see.With all that, Dark Discussions would like to say happy 2025 to all of our listeners and extra mention to our Patreon supporters, both new and old, and hope to hear about some of the films you folks have never seen and plan to in this new year. Email us at darkdiscussions@aol.com and let us know.
Stephen King's The Mist is a novella about the residents of a small Maine town stuck in a grocery store as an unnatural mist rolls into town concealing all sorts of Lovecraftian horrors. Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile) made a very divisive, but hugely effective, adaptation in 2007.
In this fifteenth installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins.... Claudia Nelson's life is changed forever by a shooting star that lands on her property outside of the fictional town of Dillon. What cosmic horror does the cursed meteorite bring? And what Hell will it unleash on Claudia and the other residents of her small, remote town? This episode was scored by Logan Keith. We recommend listening with headphones to experience the full effect of all the creepy background noises! If you like this episode, please let us know wherever you rate and review podcasts. Thanks so much! For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com