Podcasts about Transylvania

Send us a textA perfect storm of lousy news sees out-of-work podcaster Johnny Wolfenstein spiral into a bender, during which he claims to have been abducted by aliens, and fearing their return, he contacts his old friend MonsterZero to help him gear up for a black light alien fight! On Episode 689 of Trick or Treat Radio we discuss the neon-drenched, drug-fueled alien nightmare Jimmy and Stiggs from director Joe Begos! We also debate whether Waterworld is as bad as everyone remembers, watch the new trailer for the 4K remaster of the cult classic film, Freaked, and ponder if Eli Roth is a better ambassador for horror than he is a filmmaker. So grab your drug of choice, gas up the chainsaw, and strap on for the world's most dangerous podcast!Stuff we talk about: Vinyl, horror soundtracks, Trust Kill Records, Saw VI, Halloween 3, Type O Negative, Mushroomhead, Nightmare on Elm St 4: Dream Master, Bela Lugosi, dimestore Jerry Lewis, Mr. Sardonicus, Children of the Corn, Universal Horror, Toxic Avenger IV: Citizen Toxie, Skull and Bones, Hillside Strangler, My Soul To Take, I Spit On Your Grave, Slice and Dice, Navy Seals vs. Zombies, Soul to Keep, Freaky, Wes Craven, Bella Thorn, Nick Cannon, Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines, Prom Night 3, Michael Dudikoff, Alien, Sigourney Weaver, Ghostbusters, Copycat, The Village, Cabin in the Woods, R.L. Stine, Goosebumps, The Black Lagoon, Andromeda Strain, Ray Strickland, The Return of Dracula, The Night Watch, Night of the Bloody Apes, Santo vs The Evil Brain, Patrick Dempsey, Loverboy, Can't Buy Me Love, Sixteen Candles, 3:00 High, Courtney Gains, Witchboard, Freaked 4K Remaster, Tom Stern, Alex Winter, Brooke Shields, Mr. T, Joey Lawrence, William Sadler, Randy Quaid, Bobcat Goldthwaite, Predator: Badlands, Dan Trachtenberg, Elle Fanning, Waterworld, Kevin Costner, Come and See, Invasion of the Body Snatchers, Leonard Nimoy, Jeff Goldblum, Karen Allen, Vibes, Transylvania 6-5000, Satantango, 2001: A Space Odyssey, alien mayhem, Jimmy and Stiggs, Joe Begos, Matt Mercer, Stephen Scarlata, Bride of the Monster, Cannibal Holocaust, Kay Parker, Eli Roth, The Horror Section, Hostel 2, Thanksgiving, championing the Italians, Dream Eater, The Piano Killer, Don't Go In That House Bitch, Traumatika, and what a wonderful Waterworld.Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trickortreatradioJoin our Discord Community: discord.trickortreatradio.comSend Email/Voicemail: mailto:podcast@trickortreatradio.comVisit our website: http://trickortreatradio.comStart your own podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=386Use our Amazon link: http://amzn.to/2CTdZzKFB Group: http://www.facebook.com/groups/trickortreatradioTwitter: http://twitter.com/TrickTreatRadioFacebook: http://facebook.com/TrickOrTreatRadioYouTube: http://youtube.com/TrickOrTreatRadioInstagram: http://instagram.com/TrickorTreatRadioSupport the show

“Enduring night. A spectre of death. He spreads his shadow, and he's coming.” An intertitle from a 1922 film reads: “Nosferatu. Does this word not sound like the deathbird calling your name at midnight? Beware you never say it—for then the pictures of life will fade to shadows, haunting dreams will climb forth from your heart and feed on your blood.” This week, we continue our seventh annual Freaky Film Festival with a gothic horror remake. Robert Eggers' Nosferatu.Check us out on...Twitter @TSMoviePodFacebook: Time SensitiveInstagram: @timesensitivepodcastGrab some Merch at TeePublicBig Heads Media 

Welcome to Path of Night: War of Ages, a Vampire the Masquerade Dark Ages chronicle set in the canon of Path of Night.Our story begins outside the gates of Pest, in the year 1198. A group of Cainites will gather here at the bidding of their sires, taking their first steps on a centuries-long road that will lead them to an uncertain future.So begins the War of Ages...CastMalkav: Lex LopezNeil Foster: Rob MuirheadStoryteller: Lex LopezOpening narration from Transylvania Chronicles I: Dark Tides Rising.RecordingRebecca SteigelfestEditingRob MuirheadMusicDon't Look Back - Instrumental Version, by DaniHaDani and Maya BelsitzmanArtLogo: Rob MuirheadCharacter Art: Jay Steel, BlueSkyKo-Fi: ko-fi.com/pathofnightYouTube: YouTube.com/@pathofnightFacebook: Facebook.com/PathofNightPodcastTwitter: @PathofNightPodBluesky: pathofnight.bsky.socialEmail: pathofnightpodcast@gmail.com

#WDRadio WEEK OF OCTOBER 05,2025 | For centuries, Transylvania has harbored a mystery far stranger than vampires—documented UFO sightings dating back to 1595, including a Romanian fighter jet's confirmed collision with four unidentified objects in 2007. From medieval chronicles to modern military reports, Europe's most mysterious region has been watching the skies, but why have the skies been watching back?==========HOUR ONE: “The Gadsden Hotel in Cochise County, Arizona” *** When you hear the name “Transylvania” the immediate image in your mind is probably that of Dracula. But this Romanian town has more creepiness than just the Count's castle – it is also a hot spot for UFO activity and mysterious unexplained happenings. Some even think it could be the location of a portal to another dimension. (Is There A Dimensional Portal in Transylvania?) *** Sightings of unidentified flying objects might seem like a recent phenomena, with most reports occurring in the 20th and 21stcenturies. But UFO sightings go a lot further back in human history – and our ancient ancestors were just as shocked, confused and sometimes terrified, as we are today. (Ancient UFO Sightings)==========HOUR TWO: In the 1960s, Brian Leathley-Andrew investigated and reported on numerous cases of strange objects in the sky, trying to get to the truth of what people were seeing. But when sinister events began happening to him, he knew he had to walk away from his career in Ufology – or the government might make him go away. (UFO Hunter Becomes The Hunted) *** Saying the disappearance of David Glenn Lewis is bizarre doesn't even begin to scratch the surface. What started out as a strange missing person's case would eventually be resolved. But the answer that would come would pose even more questions, proving the adage that “truth is stranger than fiction”. (The Disappearance of David Glenn Lewis) *** The idea of a person changing into a wolf, or shape-shifting into some type of animal or cryptid is mostly confined to the authors of fictional horror. But not all societies and cultures are so quick to label shape-shifting as make-believe. (Shapeshifters And Therianthropes)==========SUDDEN DEATH OVERTIME: A man goes off for supplies, leaving his wife behind to tend to the home in his absence – but not only did he never come home with the groceries, but a ghost story grew out of it. (The Ghosts of Hunger Valley) *** A UFO incident which we have covered before, but is worth looking at again, is an incident in 1952. This was one of the first admitted entity sightings and probably also one of the earliest close encounters of the third kind investigated officially at the time it took place.==========SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM TONIGHT'S SHOW:“The Gadsden Hotel in Cochise County, Arizona” from Paranormality Magazine“Is There A Dimensional Portal in Transylvania?” by A. Sutherland for the Message to Eagle: (link no longer available)“Ancient UFO Sightings” by A. Sutherland for Message to Eagle: (link no longer available)“UFO Hunter Becomes The Hunted“ by Mike Lockley for Anomalien.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/1fxu6h8y“The Ghosts of Hunger Valley” by Charles Skinner, edited by Kathy Weiser, posted at LegendsOfAmerica.com:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/111pegi3“Shapeshifters And Therianthropes” by James Fenner for List Verse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/1qqh0ult“The Disappearance of David Glenn Lewis” by CrystalDawn for Lost N Found Blogs: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/1shqwhrt==========Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library. Background music provided by Alibi Music Library, EpidemicSound and/or StoryBlocks with paid license. Music from Shadows Symphony (https://tinyurl.com/yyrv987t), Midnight Syndicate (http://amzn.to/2BYCoXZ) Kevin MacLeod (https://tinyurl.com/y2v7fgbu), Tony Longworth (https://tinyurl.com/y2nhnbt7), and Nicolas Gasparini (https://tinyurl.com/lnqpfs8) is used with permission of the artists.==========(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for material I use whenever possible. If I have overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it immediately. Some links may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)=========="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46==========WeirdDarkness®, WeirdDarkness© 2025==========To become a Weird Darkness Radio Show affiliate, contact Radio America at affiliates@radioamerica.com, or call 800-807-4703 (press 2 or dial ext 250).==========

This week the hosts begin a month of classic Universal monster movies beginning with Dracula (1931). From wiki: "Dracula is a 1931 American pre-Code vampire film directed and co-produced by Tod Browning from a screenplay written by Garrett Fort and starring Bela Lugosi in the title role. It is based on the stage play Dracula by Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston, which in turn is adapted from the 1897 novel Dracula by Bram Stoker.[3] Lugosi portrays Count Dracula, a vampire who emigrates from Transylvania to England and preys upon the blood of living victims, including a young man's fiancée."Also discussed: spiders, Sparks, transcendental meditation, One Battle After Another, Thomas Pynchon, Meiko Kaji films, and more.  NEXT WEEK: The Old Dark House (1932) Bloodhaus:https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/https://letterboxd.com/bloodhaus/Drusilla Adeline:https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/‪@sisterhyde.bsky.socialJoshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/  

This week on FREAKQUELS, the gang is joined by some of the MunSTARS from Electric City Improv, Swortz Dreamboat, Alex James, and Ed Zaleski to discuss Rob Zombie's love letter to a bygone era of television, “THE MUNSTERS!” FUN FACT: This episode was to be recorded in Transylvania…but the budget wouldn't allow for it. Instead, enjoy an episode recorded on the side of an undisclosed highway! One day we'll release the audio of our real life game of FROGGER…gone terribly wrong. 

As we return to Transylvania, our Kindred are learning how their roles will change with all of the upheaval in their unlives...Find out more about land back and the indigenous people wherever you live worldwide at https://native-land.ca/ and https://ndncollective.org/landback/Support our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Kyshtym Disaster, John Brower Minnoch & Smoked MummiesPlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyThe Hippies - Nuclear DisasterRocket 808 - Black Test CarCuir - ImmatureLes Chevelles - Ton Ombre Me SuitDry Ice - Don't Monkey With The Funky SkunkyThe Dils - Mr. BigThe Surfrajettes - Satan's HolidayRay Luxemburg - FollowingThe Hollywood Persuaders - Drums A Go GoSue Hansen - Shut UpThe Urban Surf Kings - El ToroLong Tall Ernie & The Shakers - The MummyPussy Monster - Smoke ShowThe Silencers - The Man From F.U.Z.Z.The Parkades - The Man InsaneThe Divinyls - Hey Little BoyThe Slickee Boys - The Brain That Refused To DieWeird Al Yankovic - Beat On The Brat

This week on another edition of Cartoon 1st, we're heading to the land of Transylvania and Castle Duckula where the line of blood thirsty Vampire Ducks has run dry. Yes it's everybody's favorite vegetarian Vampire it's Count Duckula! Count Duckula, more affectionately known as "Ducky-Poos", is too busy eating broccoli sandwiches and dreaming of being famous to worry about drinking blood.  He along with his wacky sidekicks Igor the Butler and Nanny the Nanny find themselves getting into all kinds of weird, wacky, and fun adventures with their teleporting Castle. With a team like this what could possibly go wrong?  We hope you enjoy this review! If you'd like to unlock bonus episodes from Talking Back every month, then check out our page on Patreon! Check out Tim's Youtube Channel Demo Dash! You can also support Talking Back by sending us a Coffee at Buy Us a Coffee!  Please consider leaving a 5 star rating and review on Apple Podcasts! This helps make our Podcast easier for listeners to find.  Feel free to drop us a line on Social Media at Instagram, and Facebook. Or drop us an email us at talkbackpod@gmail.com. This podcast is part of the BFOP Network 

This week we're shivering with antici...pation for the ultimate cult classic, The Rocky Horror Picture Show! Join us as we do the "Time Warp" again and explore the 1975 midnight movie phenomenon that is more than just a film—it's an interactive, eccentric, and unforgettable experience. We'll dive into the glam-rock madness, the iconic characters like Dr. Frank-N-Furter, and the enduring legacy of a movie that encourages everyone to embrace their wild side.And to get us in the mood for a night of absolute pleasure, we're mixing up a Dr. Frank-N-Fizz. This cocktail features a dark and mysterious base of rum, a splash of bold cherry, and a hint of effervescence. It's a sweet and daring drink that's a perfect match for the sweet transvestite from Transsexual, Transylvania. So, don't dream it, be it—grab your cocktail shaker, put on your best fishnets, and get ready to raise a glass to Rocky Horror!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Merch Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.drinkthemovies.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Discord⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠*Please Drink Responsibly*

In this week's episode of the Major Spoilers Podcast, Casey Jones takes center stage in IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles spin-off, Conan faces serpent sorcery from Titan Comics, and Magic: The Gathering stirs up controversy with its “Through the Omen Paths” reskin set. Plus, we take a spooky detour into DC's Tales of the Ghost Castle (1975), exploring Bronze Age horror, Filipino artists, and why some of these short stories still creep under your skin. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN CONAN THE BARBARIAN: SCOURGE OF THE SERPENT #1 Writer: Jim Zub Artist: Ivan Gill Publisher: Titan Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: September 24, 2025 Conan of Cimmeria has encountered Stygian sorcery and snake-sent creatures many times in his grand adventures, but he has never faced the true unspeakable power of SET until now. The serpent god's influence coils around the Hyborian Age and every other age linked to it. Three stunning supernatural stories will weave together to answer a chilling question of past and present – what is Set's grand plan for humanity and, now it's begun can it be stopped? [rating:3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4mreqq7 MATTHEW TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: CASEY JONES #1 Writer: Alex Paknadel Artist: Amancay Nehuelpan Publisher: IDW Publishing Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: September 17th, 2025 Spinning directly from the pages of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Casey Jones' first solo miniseries in over thirty years!Casey Jones was shot by D.A. Hale, he's awake, and he has a second chance at life. Instead of taking things slow and smelling the flowers, he's jumping headfirst into the action. Casey is hitting the streets and doing everything he can to protect the people of New York City, but those closest to him think he's pushing too hard. April O'Neil and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, especially Casey's closest friend Raphael, are concerned. Things are only going to get worse as a new strain of mutagen starts changing the shape of New York City, and a brand-new villain threatens everything Casey believes in. From the critically acclaimed team of Alex Paknadel (Sentinels, Batman: Urban Legends, All Against All) and Amancay Nahuelpan (Detective Comics, Green Arrow, Crush & Lobo). [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3W47t3v RODRIGO Through the Omenpaths (OM1) MtG set Publisher: Hasbro/Wizards of the Coast Release Date: September 25, 2025 Your patience is about to be rewarded! MTG Arena's journey between, around, and across Magic's many storied settings officially begins tomorrow with the release of Through the Omenpaths! There's still time to secure preorder bundles here, and there's always time to gaze adoringly at the full Through the Omenpaths Card Image Gallery. It promises to be a wild ride, so don't forget to pack comfortable shoes and extra socks. [rating: 3.5/5] Check out the card gallery here - https://magic.wizards.com/en/mtgarena/through-the-omenpaths/card-image-gallery DISCUSSION TALES OF THE GHOST CASTLE Writers: Various Artists: Various Publisher: DC Comics Cover Price: $5.97 Welcome Reader, to the terrifying land called Transylvania—home of the original vampires, werewolves, ghouls and monsters that have wrecked havoc across the globe for centuries! We want you to know more about the demons and ghosts who cross your path…unless of course, you're too scared to read on? Enter then, our home—the showplace of Transylvania—and meet a few of our hell-spawned guests! But don't linger too long after these stories are told—else you might become just another of the hundreds of…Tales of Ghost Castle! You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4mrtvbg CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

In this week's episode of the Major Spoilers Podcast, Casey Jones takes center stage in IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles spin-off, Conan faces serpent sorcery from Titan Comics, and Magic: The Gathering stirs up controversy with its “Through the Omen Paths” reskin set. Plus, we take a spooky detour into DC's Tales of the Ghost Castle (1975), exploring Bronze Age horror, Filipino artists, and why some of these short stories still creep under your skin. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN CONAN THE BARBARIAN: SCOURGE OF THE SERPENT #1 Writer: Jim Zub Artist: Ivan Gill Publisher: Titan Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: September 24, 2025 Conan of Cimmeria has encountered Stygian sorcery and snake-sent creatures many times in his grand adventures, but he has never faced the true unspeakable power of SET until now. The serpent god's influence coils around the Hyborian Age and every other age linked to it. Three stunning supernatural stories will weave together to answer a chilling question of past and present – what is Set's grand plan for humanity and, now it's begun can it be stopped? [rating:3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4mreqq7 MATTHEW TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: CASEY JONES #1 Writer: Alex Paknadel Artist: Amancay Nehuelpan Publisher: IDW Publishing Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: September 17th, 2025 Spinning directly from the pages of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Casey Jones' first solo miniseries in over thirty years!Casey Jones was shot by D.A. Hale, he's awake, and he has a second chance at life. Instead of taking things slow and smelling the flowers, he's jumping headfirst into the action. Casey is hitting the streets and doing everything he can to protect the people of New York City, but those closest to him think he's pushing too hard. April O'Neil and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, especially Casey's closest friend Raphael, are concerned. Things are only going to get worse as a new strain of mutagen starts changing the shape of New York City, and a brand-new villain threatens everything Casey believes in. From the critically acclaimed team of Alex Paknadel (Sentinels, Batman: Urban Legends, All Against All) and Amancay Nahuelpan (Detective Comics, Green Arrow, Crush & Lobo). [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3W47t3v RODRIGO Through the Omenpaths (OM1) MtG set Publisher: Hasbro/Wizards of the Coast Release Date: September 25, 2025 Your patience is about to be rewarded! MTG Arena's journey between, around, and across Magic's many storied settings officially begins tomorrow with the release of Through the Omenpaths! There's still time to secure preorder bundles here, and there's always time to gaze adoringly at the full Through the Omenpaths Card Image Gallery. It promises to be a wild ride, so don't forget to pack comfortable shoes and extra socks. [rating: 3.5/5] Check out the card gallery here - https://magic.wizards.com/en/mtgarena/through-the-omenpaths/card-image-gallery DISCUSSION TALES OF THE GHOST CASTLE Writers: Various Artists: Various Publisher: DC Comics Cover Price: $5.97 Welcome Reader, to the terrifying land called Transylvania—home of the original vampires, werewolves, ghouls and monsters that have wrecked havoc across the globe for centuries! We want you to know more about the demons and ghosts who cross your path…unless of course, you're too scared to read on? Enter then, our home—the showplace of Transylvania—and meet a few of our hell-spawned guests! But don't linger too long after these stories are told—else you might become just another of the hundreds of…Tales of Ghost Castle! You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4mrtvbg CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

With Iris and coterie within sight of their target, it's time for things to be settled once and for all...Find out more about land back and the indigenous people wherever you live worldwide at https://native-land.ca/ and https://ndncollective.org/landback/Support our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The turn of the century was an interesting time to be alive. You had the doomsdayers who were convinced some bug called Y2K was going to wipe out the planet via technological genocide, and others who were convinced the world was going to come to a screeching halt at the stroke of midnight. For every theory was a counter theory, to the point where people were being driven to drink just to maintain some semblance of sanity.Into the world was born an anthemic tune that was just good enough to divert people's attention away from all of the fear and uncertainty in the world and allow us to refocus on the one thing that will never let us down.Music.So when three young upstarts from Adelaide started a sonic movement that bucked the growing tide of uncertainty, its wings spanned the entire world, with people as far away as Transylvania heard running through the streets and yelling four simple words that, when put together, became the voice of a generation. The voice your mother warned you about. The voice of change. I can still picture myself screaming above the live band in those times, shouting those same four words that have now become as much a part of music folklore as Iron Maiden and those that came before or after them. Those words?Turn That Shit Up. And the band responsible?Adelaide's Testeagles, that's who. After putting out just the one sensational metal/indie rock album laced with electronic beats and samples called Non Comprehendus, Testeagles vanished into the abyss. Job done. Order restored.Over the years, there have been many calls for Testeagles to return and finish what they had started, most of which fell on deaf ears until the band was coaxed out of retirement and onto the stage of last year's Froth & Fury Festival. The response was so overwhelmingly powerful and positive, it was only a matter of time before that one-off comeback became a fully fledged reunion, and the band did not disappoint, recently bowing to public demand by announcing a national tour in celebration of 25 years since the world collectively turned their shit up.Returning to our early days of musical indulgence, HEAVY sat down for an entertaining chat with Testeagles drummer "Ady" Matt to fill in the many blanks. We start by asking how rehearsals are going with the first show only weeks away."We played a show last year for the first time in like 20 years or something ridiculous, and that was a nightmare trying to get ready for," Ady laughed. "We had our doubts because we hadn't played properly for a really long time, but this time around we've kept it together ever since we did that one-off show. And we've been jamming. We built this really cool rehearsal space so we get to do this all day, every day, and it's got us really firing."With Testeagles having large electronic components to their music, we ask Ady how their live show has had to change in order to keep up with advances in the music industry."We weren't sure if we should just do exactly the same as what we used to, or if we should spice it up a little," he admitted. "We've ended up making a few changes - mainly due to all the different technology available - and it gives you all these ideas. We sat down and had a chat about it together, and thought about back in the day, and how it would sound now if we never stopped. We were always looking for the latest type of equipment and the latest tricks and things to do. I guess that's how we justify changing now, or thinking if we never got out of it, we would be completely different now to what we were then. So we've embraced some new technology, which is letting us do some extra things. I think it's a way better show now than we ever could have done back in the day, and it makes it probably more entertaining and interesting."In the full interview, Ady conveyed confidence in the band's preparations for the tour after a long hiatus, despite the challenges of relearning older songs and accommodating the health needs of their bass player, Dave. He reflected on the band's musical journey since their formation in 1994, noting their eclectic influences ranging from rock to electronic music.He recounted the unexpected success of their track Turn That Shit Up, which propelled Testeagles into the spotlight, while also revealing some initial doubts about their music's reception before it was released.As the tour approaches, Ady expressed a mix of excitement and anxiety about performing as the main act, emphasising the importance of nostalgia for fans by prioritising classic songs in the set list. The conversation also touched on the eclectic blending of genres at Testeagles disposal and how they get the balance right in the creative process, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heavy-music-interviews--2687660/support.

The Vela Incident, Nick Cave, Joan Jett & All The Colours Of The RainbowPlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyThe Cutz - Nuclear Hall Of FameThe Ichi Bons - Get AwayThe Prissteens - The HoundNight Chill - Queen Of BloodThe Birthday Party - Kewpie DollJoan Jett - Bad ReputationHuevos Rancheros - 64 Slices Of American CheeseX Ray Spex - Art-i-ficialThe Rivingtons - Mama Oom Mow MowColor Me Psycho - Lover's LeapCPC Gangbangs - Broken GlassCivic - Radiant EyeThe Bayonettes - Stuck In This RutDangerous Rhythm - ColorsThe Von Drats - So Long, Stinktown!Top Ten - Don't Ever LeaveGokcen Kaynatan - FirtinaPrivate School - Sci-FiNeon Leon - Girls, Guns & Money

Premiering at TIFF '25, RISE OF THE RAVEN tells the story of Janos Hunyadi (Gellert L. Kadar), a young villager from Transylvania in the 15th Century. Living at a time of violence and brute strength, Hunyadi grew in stature to become one of the most feared commanders in the Kingdom of Hungary. Ferociously defending his country, Hunyadi fought against the Ottoman incursions until the climactic Battle of Belgrade in 1456. Here, his resilience is tested in an encounter that would shape Hungarian history forever. In this 1on1, we speak to the cast and producer of the epic series as they tell us about bringing history to life and elevating strong women.Rise of the Raven premieres on CBC Gem on Friday, September 19th, 2025.

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As our coterie make their way to Athens, nothing good awaits them...If you have anything to spare, even a few bucks helps when organizations like the Trans Empowerment Project are struggling to stay afloat amid this regime we're dealing with in the US, so please consider donating, or at least share the link with folks who might be able to help out! https://transempowerment.raiselysite.com/team-hammodFind out more about land back and the indigenous people wherever you live worldwide at https://native-land.ca/ and https://ndncollective.org/landback/Support our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if Dracula wasn't inspired by Vlad the Impaler at all, but by an ancient Irish vampire king buried upside-down under a thorn tree? Uncover the disturbing true stories, from Elizabeth Báthory's blood baths to premature burials during plague outbreaks, to ancient demons that stalked babies in their cribs—discover the dark tapestry of true stories, medical mysteries, and folklore that created the world's most famous vampire.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE for the ad-free version: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateTake the WEIRD DARKNESS LISTENER SURVEY and help mold the future of the podcast: https://weirddarkness.com/surveyIN THIS EPISODE: Everyone knows about Dracula. Most everyone has seen at least one film starring the undead blood-sucker, or has read the novel by Bram Stoker. But only the real fans of Dracula know about the real people and true stories that inspired Bram Stoker to create the character.SOURCES AND REFERENCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “Transylvania Superstitions” by Emily Gerard: https://amzn.to/3vsAqrsBOOK: “Carmilla” by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu: https://amzn.to/3cw291IHistory.com, Ranker.com, AtlasObscura.com, InternationalHero.co.uk, HowStuffWorks.com, Universtiy of Iowa's Victorian Wiki, Google Books, HistoryIreland.com: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/mnrpdm36,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/eeypjjz3, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/4et6ysvs,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/5bcstakc, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/53vbu5dr, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bhd6f7yv,https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y36n7y9v, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2nc96tjx, https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2848x4mkWeird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library.= = = = =(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2024, Weird Darkness.= = = = =Originally aired: March 16, 2021EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/BeforeDraculaABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.#DraculaOrigins #VampireHistory #TrueCrimeHorror #WeirdDarkness #GothicHorror

Welcome back...to Dark Realms.Today, we wander inside the haunted heart of Transylvania, as we explore the terrifying legends of the Dark Realm of Hoia Baciu Forest, Romania's so-called “Bermuda Triangle.” From areas that seem to have the ability to control reality itself, to chilling ghost encounters where unseen voices beg to be let in, and the infamous "Dead Zone" clearing, where nothing grows, devices fail, and apparitions are caught on camera. Hoia Baciu's lore is as dark as it is unforgettable. Twisted trees, restless spirits, UFO sightings, and violent paranormal attacks have made this eerie forest one of the world's most feared places.Join us as we uncover Hoia Baciu's secrets, sinister energy, and the total eeriness which makes this a one-of-a-kind, Dark Realm.Stay safe,Kevin.We're giving a full weeks trial of our Patreon away! Just head over on the link below and away you go!www.patreon.com/thedarkparanormalIf it's not for you? Simply cancel before your trial expires, meanwhile enjoy FULL access to our highest tier, and thank you for being the best listeners by miles!By making the choice of joining our Patreon team now, not only gives you early Ad-Free access to all our episodes, including video releases of Dark Realms, it can also give you access to the Patreon only podcast, Dark Bites. Dark Bites releases each and every week, even on the down time between seasons. There are already well over 130+ hours of unheard true paranormal experiences for you to binge at your leisure. Once more, simply head over to:www.patreon.com/thedarkparanormalTo send us YOUR experience, please either click on the below link:The Dark Paranormal - We Need Your True Ghost StoryOr head to our website: www.thedarkparanormal.comYou can also follow us on the below Social Media links:www.twitter.com/darkparanormalxwww.facebook.com/thedarkparanormalwww.youtube.com/thedarkparanormalwww.instagram.com/thedarkparanormalAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cha-Chi and David welcome Charles Rosenay, a Beatles enthusiast and author. They delve into Charles's extensive work in organizing Beatles conventions and Magical History Tours in Liverpool, bringing fans closer to the band's iconic history. Additionally, Charles shares his passion for the paranormal, discussing his experiences with ghost tours and his book on true ghost stories. The conversation covers Charles's encounters with notable Beatles and their influences, as well as his involvement with Monkees conventions. The episode also highlights upcoming events, including a Beatles brunch in Burlington, a Beatles-themed concert at the Region Theater, and Charles's next Transylvania tour. Tune in for a deep dive into Beatles lore, horror stories, and the vibrant world of fandom.   Links:    www.bookoftop10Beatleslists.com   www.Bookoftop10horrorlists.com   Topics 01:24 Special Guest: Charles Rosenay and His Beatles Adventures 02:01 AI-Generated Introduction for Charles F. Rosenay 03:36 Charles's Liverpool Tours and Beatles Pilgrimages 08:42 Group Dynamics and Challenges on Beatles Tours 15:55 Networking and Connections in the Beatles Community 27:12 Exploring Cultural Phenomena and Literature 28:14 Charles's Journey as an Author 31:14 The Fascination with Horror 32:33 Paranormal Investigations and True Ghost Stories 38:51 Beatles, Rock and Roll, and Pop Culture 40:28 Concluding Remarks and Upcoming Events

Send us a textIn episode #152 we talk with Emily Keddie, who recently set the supported FKT on the Oregon Volcanic Skyline Route, climbing 15 of Oregon's tallest volcanoes:Navigating the challenging 416-mile route, with more than 85,000 feet of vert in 12 days, 17 hours and 12 minutes. Trail running, climbing, logistics, and enduring through pain and injuryStrategies for nutrition and hydration on and off-trailEmily Keddie is an ultra runner, mountain athlete and former Pacific Crest Trail thru hiker, who resides on the West Coast of the United States. She runs outside to explore mountains, volcanoes, trails, as well as to experience views, the freedom of exploration, and to build and lean into her strength, independence, self-sufficiency and empowerment. Having moved between road, trail and ultra racing throughout the years, she has varied her training to focus on speed, endurance or adventure running. Most recently, Emily completed the FKT of the Oregon Volcanic Skyline Route, adding to her more than 30 other FKTs set since 2020, mostly unsupported. In 2025, beyond her incredible FKT in Oregon, Emily also took 1st at the Transylvania 100k in Romania in 2025, as well as the Ancient Lakes Trail Run 50 Miler and Siuslaw Dunes 50k, and 2nd place at the Lake Sonoma 100 mile Sufferfest.She loves to backpack, camp, cook, watch movies, read, rock climb, skydive, go bowling, and is always striving to balance family and adventure. Emily loves her work as a coach, supporting her athletes so they can enjoy their own success. Emily lives in Bend, Oregon, with her family and dog, Jolly. Connect with Emily:IG: instagram.com/emilyin.thewildMentioned:Trifecta Nutrition (save 50% your 1st order with code NR50): https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/qnNk05FKT: fastestknowntime.com/athlete/emily-keddieLMNT: amzn.to/4n3sh7mPeak Refuel: amzn.to/3JVkGZJNerds Gummy Clusters: amzn.to/4gg90gjSpeedland Shoes: amzn.to/4pg29r6Salomon Packs: amzn.to/4mVQoEVMountain House: amzn.to/46aobD0Leki Poles: amzn.to/4m3UlWDRabbit: runinrabbit.com/Blaze Physio: blaMORE NR New customers save 10% off all products on our website with the code NEWPOD10 If you would like to work with our practitioners, click here: https://nutritional-revolution.com/work-with-us/ Save 50% off your 1st Trifecta Nutrition order with code NR50: https://trifectanutrition.llbyf9.net/qnNk05 Save 20% on all supplements at our trusted online source: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannell Join Nutritional Revolution's The Feed Club to get $20 off right away with an additional $20 Feed credit drop every 90 days.: https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolution If you're interested in sponsoring Nutritional Revolution Podcast, shoot us an email at nutritionalrev@gmail.com.

The First Circumnavigation Of Earth, Harlawn Howard & Rat ThumbsPlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyRude Norton - Sea CruiseThe Mo-Dettes - Dark Park CreepingThe Chessmen - Time MachineThe Rattlesnake Shakes - El SerpienteThe Waldos - BustedThe Sleeveens - DowntownThe Deadly Snakes - Graveyard ShakeThe Modernettes - BarbaraRonnie Fujiyama - New York GrooveAqui D'el Rock - Eu Nao Seicatl. - Gotta Thing For YouForbidden Dimension - Gag OdorBig Balls & The Great White Idiot - Gonna Be A RatJack O. & The Tennessee Tearjerkers - Dirty NailsRowdy - All In My HeadThe Kings Of Nuthin' - La ChupacabraStrange Attractor - It's A GirlThe Detroit Cobras - Midnight Blues

Mamuwalde Unchained: William Crain's Blacula  Well Boys & Girls, this week Mr. Chavez & I begin our yearly dive into Horror, returning to the genre with a search for lesser-known, less-discussed titles in the Vampire sub-genre. Over the next two months we will be traveling to Korea, Canada, the American Southwest, a post-apocalyptic Japan, and New Zealand. This week we start in Transylvania and travel to Los Angeles with 1972s Blaxploitation Classic, Blacula. A film with a mixed reputation, there certainly is a great deal to admire in William Crain's re-imagining of the Dracula legend. One of the most powerful aspect is the performance of its lead actor William Marshall. Much of what we do here is an examination of cinema in the popular culture, social history, and an embracing of the "what-if's" - There are quite a few that this film raises. Take a listen and let us know what you think. As always, we can be reached at gondoramos@yahoo.com - Our Continued Thanks.  For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.

The Titanic, St. Giles & Horse SensePlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyThe Von Zippers - Titanic HeartNight Chill - Haunted BeachThe Gun - Race With The DevilThe Riff Randells - Girls Like MeThe Jam - I Changed My AddressLes Breastfeeders - Mes Lunettes NoirAll Hits - Easy KillerMark Malibu & The Wasagas - Monster On The looseThe Feederz - Have You Never Been Mellow?Needles//Pins - Kalifornia KornerThe Girls - Where Wolves DrinkSlant 6 - Double Edged KnifeBenny - Bin Weider FreiThe Crybabys - You Don't Have To Wear Boots To Be A Cowboy (But You've Gotta Leave Your horse Outside)Tank - Crazy HorsesMegas & Ikarus - KondorKyra - Do Things RightU.I.C. - Lockjaw BayJohnny Palermo - Silly Old Songs

Globalization is dying, maybe even dead. Borders are back, baby. That's the message in Jonn Elledge's sparkling Brief History of the World in 47 Borders. In this romp around world history , Elledge introduces us to 47 of the world's oddest borders including particularly weird ones in Detroit, Kaliningrad and Bolivia. So should be celebrating or mourning the rebirth of the border? Elledge is in mourning. A self-described progressive who grew up on Star Trek dreams of planetary unity, he sees nationalism's resurgence since 2016 as "quite a bad thing." He blames economic stagnation—when the pie stops growing, generous approaches to migration and distribution become much harder to sustain. I'm more sanguine. Whatever globalist bureaucrats at the UN or EU promised us, borders were never going away. As a species, we humans are agoraphobic. The Trekkies are wrong. The claustrophobia of the border is what gives us our sense of space. 1. Borders are having a political moment - The "liberal hegemony" that promised borderless globalization has been collapsing since 2016 (Brexit, Trump), making nationalism and territorial division the dominant political force again.2. Economic stagnation drives border obsession - When economies aren't growing and people aren't getting richer, generous policies on migration and wealth distribution become much harder to sustain politically.3. Maps shape leaders' minds - Trump's fixation on his Oval Office Ukraine map shows how visual representations of territory directly influence foreign policy decisions and geopolitical thinking.4. Most "historic" borders are recent inventions - What we assume are natural, ancient boundaries (like the Berlin Wall, Bangladesh, or even Germany's division) are often just decades old, showing how arbitrary our sense of "normal" geography really is.5. Borders create unexpected consequences - From Bolivia maintaining a navy despite being landlocked to Detroit's expansion bankrupting the city, where you draw lines has profound, often unintended effects on politics, economics, and culture for generations.Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake has dominated headlines the past few days after revealing in a heartfelt July 31 Instagram statement that he's been battling Lyme disease. According to AOL, Timberlake described his struggle as relentlessly debilitating, saying the diagnosis finally explained the bouts of nerve pain, crushing fatigue, and illness he endured on stage during his recently wrapped Forget Tomorrow World Tour. The pop icon admitted he considered canceling the tour more than once but ultimately pressed on, crediting the pure joy he gets from performing as greater than the stress on his body. As he opened up about his condition, Timberlake acknowledged speculation around his recent live appearances, particularly the noticeably low-energy performances that drew bewildered responses from concert goers and social media. Viral TikToks surfaced showing him barely singing in Transylvania, prompting widespread fan concern and a wave of commentary online. TwistedSifter dryly noted he “phoned in” the set, with clips showing Timberlake letting the crowd fill in lyrics while he swayed passively, fueling questions regarding his health and commitment on stage.His statement marks a rare public transparency from Timberlake, a notoriously private star, and the tone strongly suggested this might have been his last big tour, or at least the end of arena-scale performances for now. He capped the announcement by thanking fans, his touring crew, and especially his wife Jessica Biel and their children for “unconditional love,” saying he's unsure what the future holds for his live shows. The news trended widely on X and Instagram, with #JustinTimberlakeHealth one of the top searches.In business news, Finance Monthly and Scottish Sun report Timberlake is expanding his portfolio, partnering with Tiger Woods to launch a sports bar and cinema called T-Squared Social in St Andrews, Scotland, coming this fall after a successful launch in New York. His recent real estate play—offloading a massive Tennessee estate—has also made the property news pages. Meanwhile, Billboard and Rolling Stone confirmed Timberlake as a headliner for the 2025 BottleRock festival, though it remains unknown whether his diagnosis will impact future commitments.Coverage has focused on the biographical weight of his health revelation, widely seen as a turning point for one of pop's most resilient entertainers. Timberlake's candidness has drawn empathy from the music world and fans alike. Whatever comes next, his honesty in the face of adversity is cementing a new chapter in a superstar legacy.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta

Sink your teeth into a slew of vampire movies from 1922 through 2025 that may or may not suck with returning movie lovers Chris Holmes and Michael Stewart (Save for Half podcast, Found in the Ruins podcast), plus we chew a bit on Stoker's Dracula novel. From England to Transylvania to Germany to Italy to Spain to Japan and beyond… those bloodsuckers are everywhere!! Which vampire flicks made us their thrall? One flick's surprise armadillo never fails to amuse Shane. Chris objects to amazingly cool armor in Dracula movies. What astoundingly fantastic Funko Pop does Shane own?? A surprising clash of opinions on The Lost Boys and Near Dark. We have crossed oceans of time just to bring you this episode. Shane Plays Geek Talk Episode #285 - 8/29/2025 Like what you hear? Support Shane Plays Geek Talk on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/shaneplays Listen to the Shane Plays Geek Talk podcast on YouTube, SoundCloud, iTunes, Google Play Music, Amazon Music, Podbean and Stitcher (and other fine, fine podcast directories). Hey, you! Yeah, you! Buy cool stuff, support Shane Plays Geek Talk with these affiliate links! Humble Bundle https://www.humblebundle.com?partner=shaneplays DriveThruRPG.com https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?affiliate_id=488512 SHOW NOTES Holmes Basic D&D, John Eric Holmes & Edgar Rice Burroughs with Chris Holmes – Episode 267 – 5/12/2023 https://shaneplays.com/holmes-basic-dnd-john-eric-holmes-edgar-rice-burroughs-with-chris-holmes-podcast/ Zombie Movies with Chris Holmes and Mike Stewart – Episode 277 – 7/22/2024 https://shaneplays.com/zombie-movies-with-chris-holmes-mike-stewart-podcast/  Surreal Cinema with Clements & Holmes https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LcpVM55HQA  Vampire Movies Discussed in this Episode:Nosferatu (1922) Dracula (1931) Dracula's Daughter El Vampiro Horror of Dracula  Dracula, Prince of Darkness  The Vampire and the Ballerina The Vampire Doll Count Dracula (1970) Count Yorga, Vampire House of Dark Shadows Blacula The Night Stalker Captain Kronos-Vampire Hunter Bram Stoker's Dracula (1974) Blood for Dracula Night of the Walking Dead Dracula (1979)  Nosferatu the Vampyre (1979) Salem's Lot (1979) The Hunger Fright Night (1985) The Lost Boys Near Dark  Buffy the Vampire Slayer *Briefly mentioned Buffy TV series * Briefly mentioned Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992) Interview with the Vampire Blade Blade 2 Shadow of the Vampire Thirty Days of Night Let the Right One In A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night Boys From County Hell The Last Voyage of the Demeter Nosferatu (2024) Sinners Dungeons and Desktops: The History of Computer Role-Playing Games 2nd Edition Shane's book! Co-authored with Matt Barton of Matt Chat https://www.amazon.com/Dungeons-Desktops-History-Computer-Role-Playing/dp/1138574643/

It's (close to) James's birthday, so Gary dove deep into the movie closet to dust off this hidden gem of a somewhat Monster Rally comedy starring Jeff Goldblum, Ed Begley Jr, & Geena Davis. Are there some wildly cancelable men in this? Yup. Are they absolutely hilarious in it? Unfortunately, also yes. You can find the Monstie Men on ⁠Instagram⁠. Buy some merch on ⁠TeePublic⁠. Check out ⁠all of their links here⁠. Part of the ⁠Geekscape Network⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone knows about America's 13 original colonies… but did you know there was almost a 14th? In 1775, a private land deal known as The Transylvania Purchase sought to create a brand-new colony in the rugged mountains where Kentucky, Virginia, and Tennessee meet. Frontiersman Daniel Boone carved the Wilderness Road through the Cumberland Gap, opening America's first true gateway to the West. But the plan was tangled in conflict with Indigenous nations, colonial governments, and the Revolution itself. In this episode of Parkography, Jason explores the rise and fall of the Colony of Transylvania, the battles that defined it, and how the Cumberland Gap went from a dangerous frontier to a National Historical Park that tells the story of America's earliest westward expansion. Find the  Slinky Stove that's right for your next adventure at: https://www.slinkystove.com/?ref=PARKography Join the Parkography Facebook group to discuss this episode and more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/parkography Check out our other channels focused on RV travel:   @RVMiles    @RVMilesPodcast ​

Grab your Scooby Snacks and hop into the Mystery Machine with Felipe as we solve some capers all throughout the Scooby-Doo Universe on this exciting new rewatch series, each week with a different guest.In this episode, Felipe welcomes Nicole back to the podcast as they journey to Transylvania for a recap of Scooby-Doo! Moon Monster Madness from 2015.Have any questions for the podcast? Email them to brazildragonpod@gmail.com.Thank you to Freddy Luna (StuckOnYouCartoons) for the incredible Brazilian Dragon Podcast Artwork.*~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*Brazilian Dragon PatreonBrazilian Dragon YouTube Channel*~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*This episode is part of the Brazilian Dragon Podcast Network. Feel free to support The Brazilian Dragon Podcast via PayPal or Patreon. And follow the Brazilian Dragon on social media: Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook! Plus, check out our website! 

Welcome to the legendary Transylvania Chronicles! In this episode, the coterie returns to Nova Arpad with mixed success. Thank you to Bookwyrm Games for sponsoring Dork Tales this month! Use code DORKTALES to save 15% at https://www.bookwyrmgames.com  Orders over $100 also enjoy free shipping! #vampire #vampirethemasquerade #vampirethedarkages #vtm #whitewolf #worldofdarkness #transylvaniachronicles #onyxpath #actualplay #worldofdarkness #dorktales **** Kelly Clark as Storyteller Starring Chris Blogg as Rainald von Eggenberg Robin Holford as Tereza Dinescu Jen Peters as Alëna Fyodorov Kal Vincent as Bastien **** Music credits: Music from Monument Studios:      Shadowlands      Revenant      Ambition      Treachery      Lord of Destruction      Town on Fire      Platoon Slaughters      Combat Drum Loop Tracks licensed under the All-In-One Pack Or Fantasy Complete 2 https://www.monumentstudios.net The following tracks by Dark Fantasy Studios were used      Hidden Past      Nearing Evil Tracks licensed under a Premium license. http://darkfantasystudio.com/ It also includes music from Joel Steudler licensed through a  Humble Music collection.      Scourge Shadowlands 1 - Horizon Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Shadowlands 5 - Antechamber Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Like what you heard? For background ambiance, we used sounds from Tabletop Audio for this session, just like we have for off-camera games for years! Tabletop Audio is a site with a full toolkit of songs, special effects, and soundboards to bring your adventures to life!  The composer, Tim, hosts the site for free, so give it a try and if you have a few spare bucks, definitely donate: the quality of his work is staggering. https://www.tabletopaudio.com

After some negotiation with the Maeghar on Naxos, our coterie finds itself faced with new challenges...If you have anything to spare, even a few bucks helps when organizations like the Trans Empowerment Project are struggling to stay afloat amid this regime we're dealing with in the US, so please consider donating, or at least share the link with folks who might be able to help out! https://transempowerment.raiselysite.com/team-hammodSupport our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Kingdom Of Kandy, Elvis Costello & Giraffe HijinxPlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyThe Count Bishops - I Want CandyRattlesnake Shakes - El SerpientePale Lips - I'm A WitchThe Ex Boyfriends - Dangerous And OrgasmicGuana Batz - Radio SweetheartMagazine - Shot By Both SidesThe Gossip - Bring It OnThe Viletones - Screaming FistSedatives - Superstitious MindsThe Dictators - Science Gone Too FarPoison Ivy & Wanda Jackson - Funnel Of LoveFocus - Hocus Pocus IIThe Jury - Who Dat?The Wild Giraffes - Move It On OverShadowy Men On A Shadowy Planet - Zombie CompromiseThe 5.6.7.8's - Bomb The TwistThine Retail Simps - Barstool BloozeThe Hurriganes - Get On

After a harrowing reunion of siblings, our coterie is on the road again and hoping to find out more about the Children of Osiris and what they've done with Lamis...If you have anything to spare, even a few bucks helps when organizations like the Trans Empowerment Project are struggling to stay afloat amid this regime we're dealing with in the US, so please consider donating, or at least share the link with folks who might be able to help out! https://transempowerment.raiselysite.com/team-hammodSupport our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twenty years ago, Kimberly Haley Coleman was stuck abroad on business weekends, wanting to volunteer but finding nothing meaningful to do. So she created her own opportunities—and Globe Aware was born. Today, Globe Aware connects volunteers with communities in 21 countries through week-long service projects. We're talking about real work: installing concrete floors in Guatemala, assembling wheelchairs in Cambodia, building stoves that actually vent smoke out of homes. In our conversation, Kimberly shared something that didn't surprise me. Volunteers consistently tell her they received more from the experience than they gave. There's something about showing up, working alongside families, and seeing their daily reality that writing a check simply can't replicate. These aren't luxury trips. You're staying in modest accommodations, eating local food, and getting your hands dirty. But families come home fundamentally changed in how they see the world. As Kimberly puts it, "There's no check you can write that can do that to a kid's brain." If you've been thinking about meaningful travel or want to show your family a bigger world, this episode offers a completely different way to think about vacation time. You could even revisit a few places through new eyes and opportunities.  Think Machu Picchu, Transylvania, Thailand, Cuba, Mexico, Vietnam, the Philippines, and the Galapagos Islands. Links from this episode: Globe Aware Binky Patrol

Grab your Scooby Snacks and hop into the Mystery Machine with Felipe as we solve some capers all throughout the Scooby-Doo Universe on this exciting new rewatch series, each week with a different guest.In this episode, Felipe welcomes Vale to the podcast as they journey to Transylvania for a recap of Scooby-Doo! Frankencreepy!Have any questions for the podcast? Email them to brazildragonpod@gmail.com.Thank you to Freddy Luna (StuckOnYouCartoons) for the incredible Brazilian Dragon Podcast Artwork.*~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*Brazilian Dragon PatreonBrazilian Dragon YouTube Channel*~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*This episode is part of the Brazilian Dragon Podcast Network. Feel free to support The Brazilian Dragon Podcast via PayPal or Patreon. And follow the Brazilian Dragon on social media: Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook! Plus, check out our website! 

The Lost Colony Of Roanoke, St. Fiacre & Dancing CockatoosPlaylist: J.G. Thirlwell - No VacancyThe Wipers - MysteryThe Nervebreakers - The Good, The Bad & The UglyThe Rage - I've Got Your NumberCrachat - Pas De CompromisForbidden Dimension - Honeymoon On A HookThe Mummies - Your Ass (Is Next In Line)Huevos Rancheros - HuevosaurusFlathead - More & MorePyPy - Pagan DayThe Tranzmitors - Dancing In The Front RowThe Muffs - No ActionTerry Jacks - There's No Blood In BoneThe Daggermen - That GirlBlitzkrieg Bop - Let's GoThe Trashmen - Bird Dance BeatThe Ridiculous Trio - No FunDon Norman & The Other Four - Low ManThe Sleepy Sleepers - Hevi TapaaJohn DuCann - Don't Be A Dummy

Podcast for a deep examination into the career and life choices of Eddie Murphy & Jim Carrey. Fellow podcaster Valerie Royer returns to the show to talk about another third film in a franchise. Patrick and Joe investigate the cause of this pattern and believe the number 23 to be involved. Lev decides to go to a rave as research for this episode. What did his fact-finding mission unearth? Find out on this week's episode of 'What the Hell Happened to Them?' Email the cast at whathappenedtothem@gmail.com Disclaimer: This episode was recorded in August 2025. References may feel confusing and/or dated unusually quickly. 'Shrek the Third' is available on DVD, Blu-ray, and 4K (also you can get the Shrek quad-pack if you're an addict): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ELI90R0/ Music from "All Star Cover in Classical Latin" by The Miracle Aligner   Artwork from BJ West   quixotic, united, skeyhill, vekeman, murphy, carrey, versus, vs, shrek, third, three, 3, banderas, diaz, transylvania, princess, everett, idle, latin, rave, trolls

What does Planet of the Apes and a Van Helsing analog traveling to Transylvania have in common with titanium orgy werewolves and bad mod music? Apparently, it's Sybil Danning getting topless only once, and yet also somehow 18 times. That doesn't make sense, and yet you'll understand exactly what that means when you tune in to this episode of Loathsome Things: A Horror Movie Podcast that continues to compare nipples to pizza toppings out of solidarity with the ladies.

Welcome to the legendary Transylvania Chronicles! In this episode, the some party crashers ruin everyone's fun. Thank you to Bookwyrm Games for sponsoring Dork Tales this month! Use code DORKTALES to save 15% at https://www.bookwyrmgames.com  Orders over $100 also enjoy free shipping! #vampire #vampirethemasquerade #vampirethedarkages #vtm #whitewolf #worldofdarkness #transylvaniachronicles #onyxpath #actualplay #worldofdarkness #dorktales **** Kelly Clark as Storyteller Starring Chris Blogg as Rainald von Eggenberg Robin Holford as Tereza Dinescu Jen Peters as Alëna Fyodorov Kal Vincent as Bastien **** Music credits: Music from Monument Studios:      Shadowlands      Revenant      Arcane      Crusaders      Combat Drum Loop Tracks licensed under the All-In-One Pack Or Fantasy Complete 2 https://www.monumentstudios.net The following tracks by Dark Fantasy Studios were used      Hidden Past      Nearing Evil Tracks licensed under a Premium license. http://darkfantasystudio.com/ It also includes music from Joel Steudler licensed through a  Humble Music collection.      Scourge It also includes licensed music from Game Dev Marketplace, Ovani Sound, and Audio Hero:      Troposphere      Washy Ambience Shadowlands 1 - Horizon Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... Shadowlands 5 - Antechamber Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b... http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Like what you heard? For background ambiance, we used sounds from Tabletop Audio for this session, just like we have for off-camera games for years! Tabletop Audio is a site with a full toolkit of songs, special effects, and soundboards to bring your adventures to life!  The composer, Tim, hosts the site for free, so give it a try and if you have a few spare bucks, definitely donate: the quality of his work is staggering. https://www.tabletopaudio.com

The Gateway Podcast – Dacre Stoker – Dracula Files Date: August 12, 2025 Episode: 89 Discussion: Dracula Files About Dacre: Dacre Stoker is the great grand-nephew of Bram Stoker and the New York Times and International best-selling co-author of Dracula the Un-Dead (2009), and Dracul (2018). Dacre is also the co-editor of The Lost Journal of Bram Stoker: The Dublin Years (2012). He has published Stoker on Stoker Dracula Revealed (2022) a companion book to his informative audio visual presentations. In 2022 Dacre and Robert Eighteen Bisang published Dracula Annotated for the 125th Anniversary, a culmination of years of research, this version includes many of the passages edited out of the final Dracula typescript, including the first three chapters and the original ending. Dacre and Chris McAuley have created the StokerVerse which as the name implies the range was originally inspired by the works of Bram Stoker. With a series of novels, comics, audio dramas, video, tabletop and RPG games published, The StokerVerse is becoming known as one of the leading brands in the Horror genre Dacre is a native of Montreal, Canada, he taught Physical Education and Sciences for twenty-two years, in both Canada and the U.S. He has participated in the sport of Modern Pentathlon as an athlete and a coach at the international and Olympic levels for Canada for 12 years. Dacre has consulted and appeared in recent film documentaries about vampires in literature and popular culture. The Real Vampire Files (2010 History Channel), The Tillinghast Nightmare, (2014 Historical Haunts), Secrets of the Dead (2015 PBS), Mysteries at the Museum, (2017 Travel Channel) Legend Hunter (2019 Travel Channel) American Vampires (2022 Fox Nation). Dacre currently hosts tours to Dublin Ireland, Whitby England, and Cruden Bay Scotland, to visit places where Bram Stoker lived, was educated, worked, researched, and wrote Dracula. He has been leading groups to Transylvania over the past 10 years to explore both the life and times of the historic Vlad Dracula III and also the locations where Bram Stoker set his famous novel. BOOKS: Dracula the Un Dead Dutton 2009 Bram Stoker's Lost Journal The Dublin Years Robson Press 2012 Stoker on Stoker Dracula Revealed Telos 2022 Dracul Putnam 2018 Slains Castle Secret History Hellbound 2022 The Virgins Embrace Graphic Novel AUK 2021 Dracula's Bedlam Graphic Novel AUK 2022 Dracula The Return, The Cult of the White Worm Scratch Comix 2023 Dracula Annotated for 125th Anniversary Hellbound 202 Website: www.dacrestoker.com Host: CL Thomas C.L. Thomas travels widely every year as a fine arts photographer and writer exploring various afterlife research, OBEs, metaphysics, folklore, and lectures at events. C.L. does "Spirit" art on request. She is the author of the haunting memoir "Dancing with Demons" and the acclaimed historical-fiction novel “Speaking to Shadows”. C.L. is the creator and host of The Gateway Podcast & Small Town Tales Podcast. She has written many articles and maintains a blog on legends, folklore magic, and paranormal stories. Currently, she resides in Las Vegas, Nevada with her beloved Golden Retriever and Maine Coon cat. www.clthomas.org Follow CL on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cl.thomas.428549/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/author_cl_thomas/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@clthomas

Playlist: The Monsters - Sex WaxTwisted Teens - RandoPat and the Pissers - ProgressGhost Bastards - Where Is My Dog?Screamin' Sins - Haunted DreamsScreamin' Sins - Six Feet UnderJody Reynolds - Fire of LoveMesser Chups - Love Will Tear Us ApartThe Bug Club - Quality PintsNight Chill - Queen of BloodCosmic Club - Telephone BoothSlaughterhouse - DNAVarious Artists, featuring Toxic Fem - Sick ObsessionPyrex - SlugmanCIVIC - PoisonEdmonton Gender Party - Misery BiserySamWoy - Beat UpTeen Mortgage - Devil Ultrasonic Dream

First aired October 12, 2022Continuing with the spooky season Katie takes us into the world's most haunted forest, Hoia Baciu. Here, in the Transylvania woods, people enter and don't always return. What makes this location such a paranormal hot spot? How did these woods earn the nickname Romania's Bermuda Triangle? Finishing off the episode we share the story of a lone gravesite in Nova Scotia said to be haunted by a sole inhabitant, 8-year-old Catherine McIntosh. Support the showStay curious!

Sometimes after hundreds of years of unlife, things - or people - can still catch up to you when you least expect them...Support our players:Alana aka Cassian - https://spectralcraft.ca/Chad aka Antonio - https://twitch.tv/chad8472Lee aka Iris - https://linktr.ee/beeghostyyRaven aka Jaeson - https://www.twitch.tv/raven_tree7Valencia aka Demetrienne - https://www.twitch.tv/ultravalencia and for their book - https://a.co/d/9AxCdH8Music: The Embrace and Bloody Castle by Ivan Duch (https://ivanduch.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 990- Jason Interviews Brian Gonsar DRACULA'S BRUNCH CLUBDracula's Brunch Club graphic novel: Have you ever wondered how vampires got their taste for blood? In Dracula's Brunch Club, it all started with a crimson-red donut, dripping and oozing with spooky secrets—I mean, jelly. Dripping and oozing with non-spooky-tasting JELLY. Get ready to sink your fangs into the hilarious new graphic novel Blood, treachery, and humor from two promising newcomers not enough? Count Dracula is not your average vampire. Well, sure, he's undead, hates garlic, and will burn up in sunlight––but unlike other vampires, he has a knack for baking. And it's his brunch club's famous blood-orange-jelly donuts that give his fellow vampires the energy source they need to live forever. But when Transylvania experiences a mysterious jelly shortage, it allows his nemesis, Constantine, to swoop in and steal the brunch club—and the vampires' loyalty—from Dracula. But it's not just jelly donuts at stake. When townsfolk start to go missing, Dracula suspects Constantine has far more sinister motives lurking that could threaten everything vampires and humans have worked for. With the help of his chef and human friend, Elena, Dracula must find a new energy source before every vampire and human turns on him and he loses his coveted brunch club forever.Buy It: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Draculas-Brunch-Club/Brian-Gonsar/9781637158401Theme Songs by Drew: Donuts and Darkness & Jelly DreamsLike & Subscribe on Youtube www.youtube.com/@comicsforfunandprofit5331Patreon https://www.patreon.com/comicsfunprofit Merch https://comicsfunprofit.threadless.comYour Support Keeps Our Show Going On Our Way to a Thousand EpisodesDonate Here https://bit.ly/36s7YeLAll the C4FaP links you could ever need  https://beacons.ai/comicsfunprofit Listen To the Episode Here: https://comcsforfunandprofit.podomatic.com/

Join Justin as he chats with actor and artist Duncan Regehr about drawing inspiration from Nature, classic Dracula performances, The Monster Squad, preparing for his role as Pat Garrett in Billy the Kid, becoming Zorro, and more!Duncan Regehr bio: “Duncan Peter Regehr (born October 5, 1952) is a Canadian multimedia artist and actor. He was also a figure skater and a classically trained Shakespearean stage actor in his native Canada, before heading to Hollywood in 1980. Regehr played the title character in Zorro, The Family Channel's television series based upon Johnston McCulley's classic hero. He also had roles in multiple television incarnations of Star Trek. He also played the role of Count Dracula in 1987's The Monster Squad.”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.

For this 299th episode of Necronomicast, I am excited to welcome to the program Aaron Sagers! Aaron Sagers is a Storyteller. An award-winning media personality and travel expert, he is a TV & on-camera host, producer, journalist, and author on a mission to make cross-cultural connections across the globe through myths, legends, and folklore. Sagers is best known for his expertise as a Paranormal Journalist, Paranormal Pop Culture historian, and “nerd culture” expert. He currently appears as host of Netflix's 28 Days Haunted, on Travel Channel's Paranormal Caught on Camera (in its ninth season); is creator/host of the Talking Strange video and podcast show with the Den of Geek network; writer of the DC Comics DC Horror Presents story “Superstitious Lot,” debuting a new character called “Dr. Spooky.”  He is producer/host of Ripley's Believe It or Not! Ripley's Road Trip show; creator/host of the ad-supported independently produced paranormal/true crime podcast NightMerica. He is a National Geographic presenter and former professor at New York University, and presented across the globe on topics of pop culture, folklore, and the paranormal. Whether exploring Knights Templar in France, drag racing in the United Arab Emirates, exploring elf caves in Iceland, spending days in Romani villages in Transylvania, tagging Great Whites in Cape Cod, swimming in Loch Ness, searching for a cursed witch in a Nicaraguan volcano, camping at Mt. Fuji, wrangling crocs in Australia, meeting with the Vatican's Pontifical Academy of Sciences in Rome, traveling solo in Morocco, or pursuing the best cocktails in, well, everywhere, Aaron is a relentlessly curious adventurer who has explored six continents, and dozens of countries. He was invested as one of only three worldwide Knights of Count Dracula by the Transylvanian Society of Dracula, is a Scottish Laird, was turned into an action figure, ran some marathons, has his face on a bottle of rum...and is now a guest of NECRONOMICAST!!   Aaron Sagers official website!

Today I'm so pleased to welcome back someone who you all loved the first time around on the podcast - the brilliant author and travel writer, Monisha Rajesh. Her passion for trains, and for the way rail travel slows you down and opens you up to new worlds, was just infectious. And I'm so excited to say that she's back with a gorgeous new book called Moonlight Express, which takes us deep into the magical world of sleeper trains. In this new adventure, Monisha journeys across Europe, the Americas and beyond, trading airports for railway platforms and following moonlit tracks through some of the most cinematic landscapes on Earth, which we have the pleasure of chatting about today. From the soft snow and candlelit calm of the Norwegian night trains to the fairy-tale villages of Transylvania, glimpsed at sunrise through the window of a creaky couchette on the Dacia Express. Or to the pastel-painted streets of Savannah, Georgia, in the US, reached on Amtrak's Silver Meteor. She takes us high into the Andes too, aboard the luxurious Belmond Andean Explorer from Cusco to Arequipa, where the train carves through deserts and towering peaks, so close to everyday life you feel like you could touch it. And back in Britain, she celebrates her mum's 70th aboard the Royal Scotsman, sipping whisky in the observation car as the Highlands go past.She reminds us what makes train travel so unique: the romance, the community, and the chance to simply sit by the window and watch the world roll by.Destination Recap: Oslo to trondheim, Trondheim to Buda, NorwayTransylvania, Romania FinlandPeru - Belmond Andean Explorer - Cusco to ArequipaBelmond Royal Scotsman Caledonia Sleeper Train, London to Edinburgh Cornish Riviera trainSilver Meteor - Orlando, Florida to Savannah, GeorgiaSavannah, Georgia, USAMoonlight Express: Around the World by Night Train by Monisha Rajesh is published by Bloomsbury (28 August).With thanks to Airbnb for their support of today's episode.Thanks so much for listening today. If you want to be the first to find out who is joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram I'm @hollyrubenstein, and you'll also find me on TikTok - I'd love to hear from you. And if you can't wait until then, remember there's the first 14 seasons to catch up on, that's over 155 episodes to keep you busy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

America is littered with lots of almost-states, which very nearly joined the Union in their own right, but for some reason did not. In today's episode we cover Vandalia, Transylvania, Westylvania, Franklin, and Nickajack. By investigating these almost-states, we delve into constitutional law on matters of succession, and tap into a centuries-old conflict between populist hillbillies and English lordlings. www.ThePoliticalOrphanage.com