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Best podcasts about Southern Gothic

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New Books in African American Studies
Is Sinners a New Classic of Political Utopianism?

New Books in African American Studies

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 50:35


It's the UConn Popcast, and we analyze the movie Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, just released on streaming. We address the political themes of the movie, focusing on its generic identity as a Southern Gothic, the historical context in which the movie takes place, its engagement with ideas of utopia, community, freedom, and the siren songs that often lead communities down false roads in search of these goals. We appreciate the aesthetic achievement of the movie, which is perhaps Director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan's best and most complete work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

New Books Network
Is Sinners a New Classic of Political Utopianism?

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 50:35


It's the UConn Popcast, and we analyze the movie Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, just released on streaming. We address the political themes of the movie, focusing on its generic identity as a Southern Gothic, the historical context in which the movie takes place, its engagement with ideas of utopia, community, freedom, and the siren songs that often lead communities down false roads in search of these goals. We appreciate the aesthetic achievement of the movie, which is perhaps Director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan's best and most complete work. 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

New Books in Film
Is Sinners a New Classic of Political Utopianism?

New Books in Film

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 50:35


It's the UConn Popcast, and we analyze the movie Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan, just released on streaming. We address the political themes of the movie, focusing on its generic identity as a Southern Gothic, the historical context in which the movie takes place, its engagement with ideas of utopia, community, freedom, and the siren songs that often lead communities down false roads in search of these goals. We appreciate the aesthetic achievement of the movie, which is perhaps Director Ryan Coogler and star Michael B. Jordan's best and most complete work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/film

Relatos de Misterio y Suspense
#317 La horca de I. W. D. Peters

Relatos de Misterio y Suspense

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 19:10


La horca (The Gallows) es un relato psicológico —perteneciente al Gótico Sureño (Southern Gothic)— del escritor norteamericano I. W. D. Peters (¿?), publicado en la edición de marzo de 1923 de la revista Weird Tales. La horca, el único cuento de I. W. D. Peters que fue publicado —autor sobre el cual no se sabe prácticamente nada—, relata en primera persona la historia de un hombre que pasa sus últimas horas en su celda antes de ser colgado en la horca. SPILERS El narrador asegura que es culpable del crimen por el cual fue sentenciado: matar al amante de su esposa. En todo caso, desea ser colgado, anhela la horca, quizás para liberarse de la desilusión, del dolor de saber que la mujer que ama se ha entregado con voracidad a los brazos de un cretino; quien además, probablemente, es el verdadero padre del niño que ella lleva en el vientre. En este sentido, La horca de I. W. D. Peters parece un auténtico culebrón, la típica historia del marido que se siente herido, ultrajado en su orgullo, y que comete un crimen en un arrebato de locura. No obstante, el trasfondo de la historia es más interesante que eso. Se deslizan ciertas costumbres, ciertos hábitos en la pareja, que la vuelven inusual para la época. En todo caso, las aspiraciones del cuento son sencillas: mantener el suspenso hasta el final, donde sabremos si el hombre irá a la horca, o será salvado a último momento por un indulto del gobernador. Análisis de: El Espejo Gótico https://elespejogotico.blogspot.com/2019/11/la-horca-i-w-d-peters-relato-y-analisis.html Texto del relato extraído de: https://elespejogotico.blogspot.com/2019/11/la-horca-i-w-d-peters-relato-y-analisis.html Musicas: - 01. Mind Tricks - Experia (Epidemic) - 02. Dark Music - The Sealed Kingdom (Epidemic) Nota: Este audio no se realiza con fines comerciales ni lucrativos. Es de difusión enteramente gratuita e intenta dar a conocer tanto a los escritores de los relatos y cuentos como a los autores de las músicas. ¿Quieres anunciarte en este podcast? Hazlo con advoices.com/podcast/ivoox/352537 Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

Nobody Should Believe Me
Season 6 Trailer

Nobody Should Believe Me

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 3:15


Season 6 of Nobody Should Believe Me–out weekly starting June 19, available in full for subscribers at launch– covers the extraordinary and tragic saga of the McDaniel family, a real-life Southern Gothic tale of Munchausen by Proxy that spans decades and has left untold damage in its wake.  For the past twelve years, Lisa McDaniel worked for The Guthy Jackson Foundation, a high-profile non-profit, dedicated to a rare disease called NMO (Neuromyelitis Optica), from which Lisa claims her son suffered.  But while Lisa appears to be a sweet Southern mom whose personal tragedy led to her heroic work, this image hides her dark history of abuse. How was Lisa able to keep her felony conviction for poisoning and suffocating her infant daughter hidden? How did her children slip through the cracks of the healthcare and legal systems again and again? What really happened to her son Collin?   Season Six breaks a story that is years in the making and made possible through the astounding courage of Mishelle Roberts. This season ties together many elements introduced in previous seasons: ways that systems fail vulnerable victims, the culture of silence and inaction within hospitals that enables abuse, and the damage done to rare disease advocacy and victims' groups which can devastate families and echo through generations.  *** Order Andrea's new book The Mother Next Door: Medicine, Deception, and Munchausen by Proxy https://read.macmillan.com/lp/the-mother-next-door-9781250284273/ View our sponsors. Remember that using our codes helps advertisers know you're listening and helps us keep making the show! https://www.nobodyshouldbelieveme.com/sponsors/ Follow Andrea on Instagram for behind-the-scenes photos: https://www.instagram.com/andreadunlop/ Buy Andrea's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Andrea-Dunlop/author/B005VFWJPI To support the show, go to http://Patreon.com/NobodyShouldBelieveMe or subscribe on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nobody-should-believe-me/id1615637188) where you can get all episodes early and ad-free and access exclusive ethical true crime bonus content. For more information and resources on Munchausen by Proxy, please visit http://MunchausenSupport.com The American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children's MBP Practice Guidelines can be downloaded here: https://apsac.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Munchausen-by-Proxy-Clinical-and-Case-Management-Guidance-.pdf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dakota Spotlight Podcast
Introducing - Nobody Should Believe Me: Season 6

Dakota Spotlight Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 7:21


Season 6 of Nobody Should Believe Me–out weekly starting June 19, available in full for subscribers at launch–covers the extraordinary and tragic saga of the McDaniel family, a real-life Southern Gothic tale of Munchausen by Proxy that spans decades and has left untold damage in its wake.  For the past twelve years, Lisa McDaniel worked for The Guthy Jackson Foundation, a high-profile non-profit, dedicated to a rare disease called NMO (Neuromyelitis Optica), from which Lisa claims her son suffered.  But while Lisa appears to be a sweet Southern mom whose personal tragedy led to her heroic work, this image hides her dark history of abuse. How was Lisa able to keep her felony conviction for poisoning and suffocating her infant daughter hidden? How did her children slip through the cracks of the healthcare and legal systems again and again? What really happened to her son Collin?   Season 6 breaks a story that is years in the making and made possible through the astounding courage of Mishelle Roberts. This season ties together many elements introduced in previous seasons: ways that systems fail vulnerable victims, the culture of silence and inaction within hospitals that enables abuse, and the damage done to rare disease advocacy and victims' groups which can devastate families and echo through generations.  Listen to Nobody Should Believe Me wherever you get podcasts or https://www.nobodyshouldbelieveme.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Reel Rejects
SINNERS (2025) LIVES UP TO THEY HYPE!! MOVIE REVIEW!!

The Reel Rejects

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 59:04


THE BEST FILM OF 2025??? Sinners Full Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Visit https://www.liquidiv.com & use Promo Code: REJECTS to get 20% off your first order. Sinners Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Join Aaron Alexander, Andrew Gordon & John Humphrey as they sink into Ryan Coogler's 2025 Southern Gothic vampire saga Sinners. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the film follows World War I veteran twins Smoke Moore and Stack Moore (Michael B. Jordan, Black Panther, Without Remorse) returning to Clarksdale to open a juke joint funded by stolen mob cash. Alongside them are aspiring guitarist Sammie Moore (Miles Caton, The Chosen One), who believes his blues music can channel spirits, and pianist Delta Slim (Hailee Steinfeld, Hawkeye, The Edge of Seventeen), whose transcendent performance at opening night summons both ancestral ghosts and a horde of vampires led by Irish-immigrant Remmick (Jack O'Connell, Unbroken, Godless). Tune in as our hosts unpack every electrifying blues-summoning scene, visceral vampire kill, and the moral weight of family, faith, and sacrifice that make Sinners a standout in 2025's horror landscape! Follow Aaron On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealaaronalexander/?hl=en Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Horror Joy
Black/Southern Gothic - Sinners and The Reformatory

Horror Joy

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 75:09


Right now in the US, it feels like we're living in a haunted house of historical racial horrors, with "DEI" being demonized and books banned. Southern and Black Gothic literature, however, bravely uncover these past atrocities and their ongoing impact.On this Horror Joy episode, we welcome author Briana N. Cox to explore Black/Southern Horror. First, we bite into Ryan Coogler's 2025 hit Sinners, which uses vampiric imagery to explore race, greed, music, and time. Then, we turn to Tananarive Due's 2023 masterpiece, The Reformatory. Based on the real-life Dozier School for Boys, it follows young Robert Stephens, Jr. through a thinly veiled juvenile prison, using exaggerated sentences, "haints," and a KKK siege to connect slavery, Jim Crow, and incarceration.Like English Gothic, Black/Southern Gothic uses crumbling infrastructure and outdated systems, replacing castles with plantations and secret rooms with prison control mechanisms. As Bridget M. Marshall notes, these genres share "creepy buildings, mysterious landscapes, unhealthy obsessions with the past, revelations of dark secrets, acts of violence, and troubled mental states." Horror is always political, but Black/Southern Gothic highlights how we're all haunted by our collective past.Join us to find joy and heartbreak in these troubling histories and horrific tales. Just remember: don't be seduced by every song, and always, ALWAYS, fight the KKK!Black Bodies, White Gazes by George YancyThe Return of the Repressed: The Subprime Haunted House by Jaleesa Rena HarrisBriana N. CoxThe Moonshot InitiativePedroParo2“Tilt the mirror”: An Interview with Tananarive Due

Seasonal Anime Checkup OVA - Seasonal Anime Checkup
Seasonal Anime Checkup OVA Episode #439 - South of Midnight

Seasonal Anime Checkup OVA - Seasonal Anime Checkup

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 44:37


Jared and Anne Ladyem (anneladyem.com) head to the deep south to see how much this game embraces various mythologies of the area and aspects of Southern Gothic literature.Microsoft | BDS Movement

Weekly Spooky
Ep.331 – Gator Boy of Dead Ore Swamp - Terrifying Southern Cryptid Horror

Weekly Spooky

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 45:51


In this wild Southern-fried horror tale by David O'Hanlon, a high school couple heads to a legendary swamp for one last unforgettable night—but instead of romance, they meet the horrifying truth behind a town's oldest legend. What follows is a bloody, black-humored, creature-feature ride full of scares, screams, and swampy secrets.From cursed brothels to mutated monsters and dark folklore, Gator Boy of Dead Ore Swamp blends slasher-style thrills with campfire horror in a gruesome coming-of-age nightmare.Featuring:• A terrifying cryptid born of swamp revenge• Carnage, teens, and toothy justice• A showdown deep in the muck with a reptilian legend

Video Games | Ongamecast
Not Just Pretty: South of Midnight 2's Gameplay Means Business | Best Gaming Podcast

Video Games | Ongamecast

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 14:48


Welcome back to the podcast, folks! In this episode, we're taking a deep dive — no, a full-on swamp plunge — into the jaw-dropping new gameplay reveal for South of Midnight 2. From its breathtaking handcrafted visuals to its soulful Southern Gothic atmosphere, this trailer finally shows us what kind of game Compulsion is cooking up. We break down everything from the intricate weaving mechanics and strategic combat to the rich folklore-inspired creatures and haunting soundtrack. It's more than a game — it's a living folk tale with teeth. So grab your bug spray and your spirit guide, because we're heading deep into the bayou, and we're not coming back the same.

WokeNFree
Episode 402: Sinners Unleashed

WokeNFree

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 1:05


In this episode, we dive into Ryan Coogler's Sinners—the Southern Gothic horror shaking up the screen. Michael B. Jordan delivers double the drama, the blues soundtrack hits deep, and that juke joint backdrop? Straight chills. We unpack the cultural heat, the genre mash-up, and why this isn't just a movie—it's a full-on awakening.

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
"SOUTH OF MIDNIGHT PASSES 1 MILLION PLAYERS WITH THE HELP OF XBOX GAME PASS"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 16:57


Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Become A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuH⁠Dive into the Southern Gothic world of South of Midnight with Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect. This segment explores Compulsion Games' third-person action-adventure, set in the Deep South, launching April 8, 2025, on Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Game Pass. Uncover Hazel Flood's journey, stop-motion aesthetics, folklore-inspired bosses, and a blues/jazz soundtrack. Analytic Dreamz breaks down gameplay, cultural depth, and launch performance, including a 94% positive Steam rating and Game Pass success, alongside critiques of repetitive combat. Join for insightful gaming analysis.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Literary Life Podcast
Episode 276: An Introduction to Flannery O'Connor

The Literary Life Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 90:17


This week on The Literary Life podcast, Angelina and Thomas bring us the first of a two-part series on the oft-requested, oft-misunderstood author, Flannery O'Connor. They begin by sharing their commonplace quotes for this week, which leads into the topic of O'Connor, the controversial mid-century southern American author. Angelina gives us a look at Flannery's early life and education, then her adult life and writing career. She also talks about southern culture and Christianity, as well as ways in which O'Connor's work is misunderstood by so many people. Thomas highlights the genre of Southern Gothic literature, and Angelina pushes back on that oversimplification of O'Connor, arguing that she is actually writing in the medieval tradition. Join us back here next week as we discuss O'Connor's short story, “A Good Man Is Hard to Find.” Now is the time to sign up for the upcoming summer classes and webinars at The House of Humane Letters. Some of the classes highlighted in this episode are Angelina's next installment in her series of classes on Harry Potter and Thomas' class on five famous figures of the Victorian era. To view the full show notes for this episode, including links to books mentioned, as well as commonplace quotes and this week's poem, please visit https://theliterary.life/276. 

Knifepoint Horror

In this ghost story of the Southern Gothic, a new landowner is rapidly submerged in a relative's murky past. Music: “Deja Reve” by DaniHaDani, “Effoliation” by SEA, and “The Racer” by Tristan Barton, all rights reserved. Patreon members listen ad-free: https://www.patreon.com/sorennarnia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This Week in Google (MP3)
IM 818: Between Two Orbs - Meet Surf, Flipboard's Solution for a Fractured Social Web

This Week in Google (MP3)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

All TWiT.tv Shows (MP3)
Intelligent Machines 818: Between Two Orbs

All TWiT.tv Shows (MP3)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

Radio Leo (Audio)
Intelligent Machines 818: Between Two Orbs

Radio Leo (Audio)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

This Week in Google (Video HI)
IM 818: Between Two Orbs - Meet Surf, Flipboard's Solution for a Fractured Social Web

This Week in Google (Video HI)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

All TWiT.tv Shows (Video LO)
Intelligent Machines 818: Between Two Orbs

All TWiT.tv Shows (Video LO)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

Radio Leo (Video HD)
Intelligent Machines 818: Between Two Orbs

Radio Leo (Video HD)

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 178:03 Transcription Available


Mike McCue introduces Surf: Flipboard's founder and CEO demonstrated their new social browser app that aggregates content from ActivityPub, AT Proto, and RSS into unified feeds, allowing users to follow people across platforms and create curated content collections. OpenAI Adjusts Reorganization Plans: OpenAI will maintain its non-profit arm while converting its for-profit division into a public benefit corporation similar to Anthropic, pending regulatory approval. AI Criticism Blog Post: A blog highlighted practical AI concerns beyond the singularity, focusing on coordinated inauthentic behavior, misinformation, and non-consensual pornography. AI Workplace Misuse: Nearly half of workers admit to using AI inappropriately at work according to a Fast Company report. AI Academic Cheating: New York Magazine investigated widespread AI cheating in colleges, including students using AI for all assignments while maintaining excellent grades. "I Smell AI": The team discussed unreliable AI detection methods and embarrassing AI-generated news errors, including Alberta being incorrectly described as "French-speaking." Instagram Co-founder on AI Chatbots: Kevin Systrom claims AI assistants are designed to maximize engagement metrics rather than utility, though Leo demonstrated how these behaviors can be modified. Google Labs' AI Experiments: The hosts explored Google's new AI Mode search interface, language learning tools, and a career recommendation system. New York Times Subscriber Growth: The NYT added 250,000 digital subscribers with a 14% jump in digital subscription revenue, with nearly half subscribing to multiple products. Auburn University's Phone Help Desk: The hosts discussed Auburn's 70-year tradition of librarians answering public phone questions, continuing through technological changes. San Francisco's Orb Store: World opened a downtown storefront where visitors scan their irises with "orbs" to verify humanity and receive WorldCoin cryptocurrency. Driverless Trucks Begin Regular Routes: Aurora launched fully autonomous semi-trucks between Dallas and Houston, raising both safety hopes and public perception concerns. Waymo Safety Study: Data showed Waymo's autonomous vehicles significantly reduced injury crashes, though the hosts questioned aspects of the data presentation. AI-Generated Video in Court: An AI-generated video of a deceased shooting victim "forgiving" his killer was shown in an Arizona courtroom, raising ethical and legal questions. Paris's Game Recommendation - Norco: Paris recommended the Southern Gothic narrative game Norco, set in industrial Louisiana with a surreal atmosphere similar to Disco Elysium. Leo's Game Recommendation - Tippy Coco: Leo shared a simple browser-based ball-bouncing game at TippyCoco.com as an easy option for casual players. Jeff's Pick - World Bank Data Sets: Jeff highlighted World Bank's release of hundreds of public data sets intended for AI training that provide insight into global technology adoption. Google Invests in Wonder: Google Ventures invested in virtual kitchen company Wonder, which raised $600 million despite questions about food delivery business sustainability. These show notes have been truncated due to length. For the full show notes, visit https://twit.tv/shows/intelligent-machines/episodes/818 Hosts: Leo Laporte, Jeff Jarvis, and Paris Martineau Guest: Mike McCue Sponsors: monarchmoney.com with code IM spaceship.com/twit bigid.com/im Melissa.com/twit

Blerdy Massacre
A Southern Gothic Blend

Blerdy Massacre

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 31:25


We decided to step outside the juke joint and preach the good southern horror word before y'all go back for another helping of Sinners.Want More Time In The Blerdy Atmosphere?Check out https://linktr.ee/blerdymassacre to link up with Blerdy Massacre on Bluesky, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. It'll also lead you to our merch store and Patreon.You can also follow your hosts at @xghorror and @misssharai on Instagram and Twitter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lights, Camera, Rant
Sinners Review - Almost a Vampire Classic

Lights, Camera, Rant

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 15:28


Welcome Back! For this episode I sink my teeth into Sinners (2025) a Southern Gothic vampire tale packed with blues, blood, and some seriously bold storytelling. It delivers a unique blend of horror, history and haunting melodies but does it truly rise to cult-classic status? Lets Rant about it!==========================Lets Connect

From The Shadows
Ghosts and Monsters with the Southern Gothic Podcast

From The Shadows

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 62:17


Brandon Schexnayder from Southern Gothic Media joins us to share his favorite episodes from the very poplar podcast, Southern Gothic: The Podcast, which focuses on legends and lore the South. He also talk about his new scripted fiction podcast, Fear Daily, the podcast that 'gives you a dose of horror' Monday through Friday!Southern Gothic Media https://www.southerngothicmedia.comFrom The Shadows Podcast is a program where we seriously discuss the supernatural, the paranormal, cryptozoology as well as ufology. Anything that cannot be rationally explained has a platform for discussion here on the From The Shadows Podcast.Web https://www.fromtheshadowspodcast.comFacebook https://www.facebook.com/fromtheshadowspodcastInstagram - Shane Grove  https://www.instagram.com/shanegroveauthorInstagram - Podcast https://www.instagram.com/fromtheshadowspodcast#SouthernGothic #podcast #folklore #ghosts #monsters #legends

Matt Olien's Movie Reviews

Matt Olien reviews "Sinners," Ryan Coogler's Southern Gothic epic where Michael B. Jordan plays twins in a world of jazz, vampires, and racial terror.

Main Street
Veterans, Property Taxes, and a Southern Gothic Spectacle

Main Street

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 49:36


Veterans' stories, a stalled tax reform bill, and a Southern Gothic film review—today's show brings emotion, politics, and powerful storytelling.

The Cineskinny
Sinners, Motel Destino and Big Nights Out that Go Awry in Movies

The Cineskinny

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 56:06


On this week's pod, two hot, hot movies. First up, Sinners, Ryan Coogler's sexy Southern Gothic vampire flick set in Jim Crow-era Mississippi. It's got two Michael B Jordans, it's got epic musical sequences, it's got exquisite period detail, it's got spit sharing, it's got a smart and thorny race analogy at its heart, it's got great actors bringing their A game, it's got wonderful post-credit scenes and, did we mention, it's got two Michael B Jordans.  Similarly sexy and sweltering is Motel Destino, a neon-lit tropical noir from Brazilian director Karim Aïnouz. And inspired by Sinners, the team choose their favourite films set during parties or big nights out where things go off the rails. TIMESTAMPS: What We've Been Watching: Blue Velvet, April, GFT's Derek Jarman and Chantal Akerman retrospective, Manhunter (2:20) Sinners review (13:42) Motel Destino review (31:28) Theme: Nights Out Gone Awry (Carrie, Festen, The Invitation, Coherence, Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist) (41:36) Get us on Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram and Letterboxd  @thecineskinny, email us at cineskinny@theskinny.co.uk Music: Too Cool by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4534-too-cool) License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Now Playing - The Movie Review Podcast

From cotton fields to coffin lids Sinners isn't just a vampire movie—it's a Southern Gothic opera about bloodlines, betrayal, and the price of your soul. On this episode, Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie dive into Ryan Coogler's (Black Panther) first original feature, where Michael B. Jordan (Creed) plays war-torn twins battling both the past and the undead in 1930s Mississippi. Hailee Steinfeld (Hawkeye) plays Mary, Stack's former flame-turned-vampire femme fatale, while Jayme Lawson's (The Batman) haunting voice lingers long after the music fades. From historical horror to emotional gut-punches, we explore whether Sinners earns its place among Coogler's best—and whether immortality is a curse or a second chance.

The Infamous Podcast
Episode 473 – Voice of an Angel, Feet of the Devil (a Sinners Review)

The Infamous Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025


Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan are an unstoppable team. In this episode, we delve into Ryan Coogler's genre-blending Southern Gothic horror film, Sinners. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the movie follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack as they return home to open a juke joint, only to confront a supernatural threat that challenges their community and beliefs. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 Sinners: Sinners (2025) Out of 10 Demon Calling Guitars Darryl: **/10 Brian: 8.1/10 Summary In 1932 Mississippi, twin brothers Smoke and Stack return home to open a juke joint, only to uncover a dark supernatural threat lurking in their town. As violence spreads, they must confront both the evil among them and the sins of their own past. Sinners blends Southern Gothic horror with a powerful story of family, faith, and redemption. Cast & Characters Michael B. Jordan – Smoke and Stack, twin brothers and World War I veterans. Miles Caton – Sammie Moore, their musically gifted cousin; this marks Caton's acting debut. Hailee Steinfeld – Mary, Stacks ex-girlfriend Jayme Lawson – Pearline, a singer at the juke joint. Wunmi Mosaku – Annie, Smoke's estranged wife and the emotional core of the story. Jack O'Connell – Remmick, an Irish-immigrant vampire antagonist. Delroy Lindo – Delta Slim, a pianist Saul Williamson – Jedidiah, Sammie's father and a local pastor. Omar Miller – Cornbread, the juke joint's bouncer. Li Jun Li – Grace, a local shopkeeper. Yao – Bo Chow, Grace’s husband and a shopkeeper Lola Kirke – Joan, a local KKK member and Bert’s wife Peter Dreimanis – Bert, a local KKK member and Joan’s husband Writer & Director Ryan Coogler – Serving as writer, director, and co-producer, Coogler brings his signature storytelling to this original narrative. Production Notes Production Company: Proximity Media, co-founded by Ryan Coogler, Zinzi Coogler, and Sev Ohanian. Cinematography: Autumn Durald Arkapaw. Editing: Michael P. Shawver. Music: Ludwig Göransson, whose score is integral to the film's atmosphere. Filming Locations: Shot on location in Louisiana from April to July 2024. Release Date: Premiered on April 3, 2025, and released theatrically in the U.S. on April 18, 2025. Budget & Box Office Budget: Estimated between $90–100 million. Box Office: As of April 27, 2025, Sinners has grossed approximately $163.2 million worldwide, with $123.2 million from the U.S. and Canada. Critical Reception CinemaScore: Received an “A” grade, a rare achievement for an R-rated horror film. Critical Acclaim: Praised for its direction, performances, and musical score. Contact Us The Infamous Podcast can be found wherever podcasts are found on the Interwebs, feel free to subscribe and follow along on social media. And don't be shy about helping out the show with a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help us move up in the ratings. @infamouspodcast facebook/infamouspodcast instagram/infamouspodcast stitcher Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Play iHeart Radio contact@infamouspodcast.com Our theme music is ‘Skate Beat’ provided by Michael Henry, with additional music provided by Michael Henry. Find more at MeetMichaelHenry.com. The Infamous Podcast is hosted by Brian Tudor and Darryl Jasper, is recorded in Cincinnati, Ohio. The show is produced and edited by Brian Tudor. Subscribe today!

Haunted Happenings
I'm A Magnet For Ghosts: Author JE Weiner -"The Wretched and Undone"

Haunted Happenings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 28:53


In this week's episode, I'm thrilled to have as my guest novelist J. E. Weiner. Her new novel, "The Wretched and Undone" is a paranormal tinged Southern Gothic tale set in Texas and inspired by actual events. JE talks about her true life ghostly encounters and how they inspired her to write the book which was recently named a 'Killer Nashville Top Pick' for 2024 and received a 'Claymore Award' for Best Southern Gothic. Contact: barrypirro@yahoo.com JE Weiner's Website: JEWeiner.com To purchase "The Wretched and Undone" please visit the following: -- Bookshop.org -- Amazon: https://a.co/d/9czMDng -- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/The%20Wretched%20and%20Undone

Bill & Ashley's Terror Theater

Sinners dives into a dark and twisted small-town tale where secrets, sins, salvation and saliva collide.  A genre-defying Southern Gothic horror film set in 1932 Mississippi, with an amazing cast of memorable characters. Ryan Coolger takes on one hell of a ride with a film that blends elements of horror, music, and racial allegory, exploring themes of legacy, spirituality, and community. This was definitely a very unique cinematic experience and we could not wait to talk about it!@BATTpod on twitterBillBria@billbriahttps://crookedmarquee.com/author/bill-bria/https://www.slashfilm.com/author/billbria/https://billbria.contently.com/billandashterrortheater@gmail.combillandashterrortheater@instagram.com Ashley@AshleyannCoffin https://www.instagram.com/electrical_ash/You can find more from us and our other shows at https://www.strandedpanda.com/

The First Run
TFR Ep. 756 Sinners, 5 Favorite Southern Gothic Films

The First Run

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 49:38


This week on The First Run, Chris and Matt check out the latest from Ryan Coogler and his first foray into horror with ‘Sinners'. Then, Chris will give you the big releases on Physical Media, featuring the Viper Video Pick of the Week, Matt will tell you what to watch with the Streaming Pick of the Week. Then Matt and Chris wrap it all up with their 5 Favorite Southern Gothic films that may or may not be horror adjacent. 00:00-17:54: Intro/Sinners17:55-29:00: Physical Media Picks29:01-47:43: 5 Favorite Southern Gothic Horror Films47:44-49:38 Wrap-UpTheme music by Jamal Malachi Ford-Bey

What if it's True Podcast
Southern Fiction: Shane Brown & Michael Smith

What if it's True Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 45:43


Southern Fiction: Shane Brown & Michael Farris SmithMichael Farris Smith and Shane Brown write what they know. Both could be described as writers of Southern Noir.Smith has had a successful career writing novels, screenplays, and short stories. He is also a musician and leads the local Oxford band, Michael Farris Smith and the Smokes. Their latest release is called Lostville. You can see the film, Chasing Rabbits, on Tubi, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV.Shane Brown is the son of acclaimed author Larry Brown. He is following in his father's footsteps in writing in a similar voice. He has recently landed a publishing deal and his first book will be out soon. Both authors are located in Oxford, a gathering point for creative types. Must be something in the air.Southern noir is a gritty, atmospheric subgenre of fiction that merges the dark, cynical tone of classic noir with the distinct cultural and historical backdrop of the American South. Set in humid, decaying towns or sprawling urban underbellies, it features flawed protagonists—often detectives, drifters, or outcasts—navigating a world of corruption, violence, and moral ambiguity. Infused with Southern Gothic elements, such as grotesque characters and oppressive settings, Southern noir explores themes of racial tension, class struggle, and the lingering weight of history, all wrapped in a sultry, fatalistic vibe. Authors like James Lee Burke and Daniel Woodrell craft taut, evocative tales that pulse with the South's unique blend of beauty and brutality.Join my Supporters Club for $4.99 per month for exclusive stories:https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/what-if-it-s-true-podcast--5445587/support

The Bloody Disgusting Podcast
#224 - No Vag Stabbing, Sir

The Bloody Disgusting Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 59:00


Get ready to sink your teeth into another killer episode with the Bloody Disgusting crew! This week, we're diving deep into the eerie world of Southern Gothic horror, spotlighting must-see underrated vampire flicks, and serving up the most spine-chilling trending tales (don't worry—zero vag-stabbing involved, we promise). We're also dishing on the latest horror films we've watched and loved, teasing details on READY OR NOT: HERE I COME, and giving you the scoop on the creepiest upcoming releases you need to have on your radar.  And if you missed it—go check out our bonus episode, where Keenan sits down with actor, producer, and songstress Angela Relucio to talk all things POPEYE THE SLAYER MAN. Tune in, get bloody, and stay scared.  Do you have a question you'd like the Bloody Disgusting Podcast to answer on air? You can call and leave a message at (224) 475-1040 or text us! Or shoot us an email @ bdisgustingpodcast@gmail.com.  Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite apps. *** // Follow The Bloody Disgusting Podcast    Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/BDisgustingpod   IG: https://www.instagram.com/bdisgustingpod   Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bdisgustingpod.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bloodydisgustingpodcast   Follow Bloody Disgusting on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bdisgusting  *** // Follow Keenan McClelland   Twitter/X: https://x.com/horror_guy  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/horror_guy/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/horrorguy.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiDnFIBSNxo-cPzSE0nDF4w TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@horrorguy_ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hallowseve365/ The Every Day is Halloween Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/hallowseve365 // Follow Shelby Novak Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/shelbybnovak   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shelbybnovak/    Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shelbybnovak.bsky.social // Follow Scare You To Sleep Podcast Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/scareyoutosleep   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scareyoutosleep/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/scareyoutosleep.bsky.social // Follow Zena Dixon   Twitter/X: https://x.com/LovelyZena  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realqueenofhorror/  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lovelyzena.bsky.social  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealQueenofHorror/videos  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realqueenofhorror  ***   Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite apps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Horror Hour with the Hanna's
Sinners (2025) - "The Best Movie of the year...so far" (ft. Movies & Us Podcast)

Horror Hour with the Hanna's

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 84:26


SPOILER FREE: 0:00-39:38Spoilers: 39:38 - 1:24:26In this episode of Horror Hour with the Hanna's, we delve into Sinners (2025), Ryan Coogler's genre-blending Southern Gothic vampire blockbuster. Set in 1932 Mississippi, the film follows twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore (both portrayed by Michael B. Jordan) as they return home to open a juke joint, only to confront supernatural forces that challenge their dreams and identities. We explore how Sinners intertwines horror, music, and social commentary, examining themes of cultural exploitation, artistic integrity, and the haunting legacy of racism. The film's unique blend of genres and its bold narrative choices have sparked both acclaim and debate among audiences and critics alike. Join us as we dissect the layers of Sinners, discussing its strengths, shortcomings, and its place within the evolving landscape of modern cinema.We are joined by very special guests Jen and Sarah from Movies & Us Podcast.Listen to them here: Movies & UsFollow on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/moviesanduspod/Follow Us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: @horrorhourwiththehannasMusic by Aries Beats - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPpnxLYrzVA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

RNZ: At The Movies
FULL SHOW: The horror, the horror

RNZ: At The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 24:29


Dan Slevin reviews three new films in local cinemas: In Sinners, Black Panther director Ryan Coogler tells a Southern Gothic horror story with Michael B. Jordan playing identical twins; in Warfare, Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza collaborate on what's been described as the most authentic modern war film ever, and in Small Things Like These, Cillian Murphy plays a family man troubled by the secrets being kept by his community.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

RNZ: At The Movies
Review: Sinners

RNZ: At The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 8:26


Ryan Coogler writes and directs a Southern Gothic horror film featuring gangsters, vampires and the Klan, reviewed by Dan Slevin.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Mama Needs a Movie
Sinners

Mama Needs a Movie

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 104:45


Anne and Ryan take a bite out of Ryan Coogler's new vampire picture, SINNERS starring Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell and Delroy Lindo. Coogler wrote and directed this original Southern Gothic horror tale of twin brothers Smoke and Stack (both played by Jordan), returning to the Mississippi Delta to open a juke joint. When their cousin Sammie is recruited to play the blues guitar, a supernatural power is unleashed that attracts darks forces. Coogler's movie is a bold genre mashup of horror, musical, and period drama that has cast a spell on critics and audiences alike, but do Anne and Ryan think SINNERS is to die for? Or do they they think it sucks? Listen as we unpack Coogler's latest, taking diversions into credit sequences, Hallmark movies, oral sex, Black Bag, Robert Eggers, and much, much more!SINNERS is currently in theaters.

The Hysteria Continues
329) DON'T OPEN THE DOOR (1974/1979)

The Hysteria Continues

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 76:29


We cover SF Brownrigg's Southern Gothic potboiler and proto-slasher. Originally released in 1974 as DON'T HANG UP, it was re-released in 1979 to cash in on the post-HALLOWEEN frenzy. Plus, recently seen, Erik's joke of the week and so much more!

Alpha 8 Audio Drama
Introducing: Bayou's Wrath

Alpha 8 Audio Drama

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 16:31


While we are pounding the keyboard writing season two of Alpha 8, we wanted to share another incredible audio drama your ears will love.

Stormy Willow
E142 The Cult of Thin: Gwen Shamblin and the Weigh Down That Went Way Down

Stormy Willow

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 40:38


Southern Gothic meets glitter gospel, with a heavy dose of cult control and hair-sprayed manipulation.

Vidjagame Apocalypse
Southern Gothic - Vidjagame Apocalypse 622

Vidjagame Apocalypse

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 212:46


This is a big week for strange and cryptic games, and TL Foster of Welcome to the Thing joins to celebrate the release of South of Midnight with a look at five games that explore the supernatural and seamy sides of the American South. We'll also delve into Blue Prince and Promise Mascot Agency, complain about tariffs, speculate about Donkey Kong Bananza, and hear your thoughts about the Switch 2 reveal. Question of the Week: What's the most you have ever spent for a console at launch (via bundles, secondary market, etc)? Break song is You've Got to Walk by Ben Babbitt and the Bedquilt Ramblers. Vidjagame Apocalypse theme by Matthew Joseph Payne.

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Spawn On Me
South of Midnight Deep Dive w/ Sam Delong | Spawn On Me Exclusive

Spawn On Me

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 48:45


On this episode of Spawn On Me, Kahlief Adams sits down with writer and critic Sam Delong for an in-depth conversation about South of Midnight — the game that's redefining Southern Gothic storytelling in the world of action-adventures. From its bold art style and unique setting to its themes of identity, grief, and folklore, we break down what makes this game so special.We explore the creative risks Compulsion Games took, how the story resonates with diverse players, and what the game gets right (and wrong) about Southern representation. Whether you've played the game or are still on the fence, this episode gives you a richer understanding of why South of Midnight is sparking such meaningful conversation.

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect
"LANA DEL REY - HENRY, COME ON"

Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 6:14


Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticWelcome to Notorious Mass Effect, hosted by Analytic Dreamz, where we dive into the cultural pulse of music. In this segment, Analytic Dreamz unpacks Lana Del Rey's “Henry, Come On,” the first single from her 10th studio album, The Right Person Will Stay, set for release May 21, 2025. This country-inspired ballad, laced with Southern Gothic vibes, showcases Del Rey's evolving sound with collaborators Luke Laird, Jack Antonoff, and more. From its poignant lyrics to its Stagecoach Festival debut on April 25, 2025, Analytic Dreamz explores the track's significance, promotional journey, and anticipated impact.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Bookshop at the End of the Internet
Bookshop Interview with Author Mark Mustian, Episode #236

The Bookshop at the End of the Internet

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 34:17


Author Mark Mustian discusses his new Southern Gothic novel, Boy with Wings. In this work of historical fiction, a boy named Johnny Cruel is born with wing-like appendages on his back. Is he a miracle, or is he cursed? Johnny ends up in a freak show traveling through the South in the 1930's. While he bares his back for the entertainment of onlookers, he finds that the very thing that shocks people also gives him power. Mark had long wanted to write a book about “odd people,” and he knew he finally had something special when he struck upon the idea of Johnny Cruel, the boy with wings. In this story, Mark delves into the idea of what it's like to be different, as well as issues of race and religion in the South during the 1930s.

Spawn On Me
Why South of Midnight Will Be the Must Play Game of 2025

Spawn On Me

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 15:09


South of Midnight is shaping up to be one of the most exciting and unique titles of 2025—and in this deep dive, I'm breaking down exactly why. From its jaw-dropping art direction to its fluid, character-driven gameplay and rich Southern Gothic narrative, this game isn't just another action-adventure—it's a bold new vision from Compulsion Games.In this spoiler-free review, I explore the core gameplay mechanics, world-building, visuals, character design, and storytelling approach that sets South of Midnight apart. Whether you've been following the game since its reveal or just heard about it, this is your go-to breakdown of everything that makes it a must-play.

Creature Cast — The Official Console Creatures Podcast
South of Midnight Review — Compulsion Games Weaves A Southern Horror Adventure

Creature Cast — The Official Console Creatures Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 36:07


Steve and Bobby return for a new episode of Creature Cast. This week, the guys discuss South of Midnight and how it tells a Southern Gothic story about Hazel and her powers as a Weaver.Does it come together in the end to tell a good story?(0:00) Intro(1:34) South of Midnight top-level impressions(6:34) Narrative and animation(15:25) Combat(22:18) Platforming(26:27) Room to grow(35:25) OutroLike and follow us on Social Media:Bluesky: @consolecreatures.comYouTube: ⁠⁠⁠@ConsoleCreatures Twitter: @ConsoleCreature⁠⁠⁠Facebook: @RealConsoleCreatureInstagram: @ConsoleCreaturesThreads: ⁠@Consolecreatures

Wrong Station
Fear Daily: Night Hunting | The Day it Didn't Rain

Wrong Station

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 23:43


This off-week we're partnering with our friends at Fear Daily! We'll be back next with our irregular, regularly-scheduled programing. --- Fear Daily takes you into the shadows of the past, unearthing the 1990's most terrifying tales of monsters, madness, and life after death. Join us as we explore the ghost stories and supernatural encounters left on an old online bulletin board that continues to operate somewhere in an unknown part of the Pennsylvania Rust Belt - a time capsule of society's greatest fears. Written by Brennan Storr, creator of The Ghost Story Guys, and hosted by Brandon Schexnayder, creator of Southern Gothic... Fear Daily is guaranteed to be the stuff of nightmares. Listen to the show wherever you get your podcasts, and show them some love! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creepy
Introducing: Fear Daily

Creepy

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 25:02


Written by Brennan Storr, creator of The Ghost Story Guys, and hosted by Brandon Schexnayder, creator of Southern Gothic. Show link: https://podfollow.com/1755456394 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices