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A Podcask of AmontilladoSilver Screams - Part 2 Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Like any monster, the discussion Erin & Gary had with Amy Chandler could not be contained! Please rejoin them as they continue their examination of the classic Universal Monsters! Listen as they cover The Invisible Man & the outstanding work of Claude Rains, practical effects that hold up to this day, Griffin’s body count, the humor the movie needed, their assignment for Kamassa, why Gary shouldn’t be trusted with time travel, the impact of The Bride...
2023-10-311h 30
A Podcask of AmontilladoSilver Screams - Part 1 Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. When it comes to horror characters, there are a few that are true legends. Iconic characters that have stood the test of time. Ones that came to define the genre in their now classic films, and have dominated pop culture for nearly 100 years – The Universal Monsters! To discuss these titans of terror, Erin & Gary are joined by Amy Chandler from Earth Station One. Join them as they discuss when the Universal Horror era started, the Cl...
2023-10-241h 42
A Podcask of AmontilladoHalloween Traditions II: Make Them Your OwnWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Continuing their exploration of Spooky Season, Gary & Erin have broken writer and historian Bethany Kessler out from behind the wall to discuss the origins of more Halloween traditions. Well, at least, that was the plan. It didn’t stay that way. . . Listen in as they start with various rituals from around the world, then branch out to the very old bones of Halloween, Día de Muertos, respect and remembrance for the dead, the line betwe...
2023-10-101h 39
A Podcask of AmontilladoSpookshow: Selling HorrorWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Greetings, Connoisseurs! Just in time for spooky season, Erin & Gary have returned with Season Two of your favorite horror podcask! To kick things off, they welcome into the catacombs Bryan and Mercedes (hi Olivia) from Atomic Horror, Orlando’s best horror-themed store! Listen in as they discuss why someone would open a horror shop, the horror/Tiki connection, what got them into horror (Family Trauma!), the importance of supporting local businesses, the Rockabilly tendencies of Fr...
2023-10-031h 09
A Podcask of AmontilladoCrystal Lake Counselor Handbook - Chapter IV: To Hell & BeyondWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. In 1993, our favorite slasher had slaughtered dozens of teenagers who trespassed at his camp, become undead, fought a psychic, and ventured from Crystal Lake to the Big Apple. So where could he go next? Why, to Hell and to outer space, of course! To discuss Jason’s travels into two sets of great beyond, Erin & Gary recruit someone familiar with galaxies far, far away, Beth Van Deusen from Execute Chapter 66: A Star Wars fiction podcast! Li...
2023-08-291h 20
A Podcask of AmontilladoThe Fraidy Cat's Guide to HorrorWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Believe it or not, Connoisseurs, there are people who do not enjoy the thrills and chills of our favorite genre! They are not drawn to the dark, creepy, spooky things that go bump in the night. Most of the time, that is. However, they will sometimes take a peek into our delightfully fun stories, if the tale is well told. Erin & Gary were curious as to why someone would avoid venturing into this fearful territory they love...
2023-08-011h 12
A Podcask of AmontilladoCthulhu Awakens! 95 Years of the CallWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. In February of 1928, Weird Tales published a story by H. P. Lovecraft that would reshape the landscape of horror. A cornerstone of a new mythos, with an influence still felt to this day, The Call of Cthulhu! Listen in as Erin & Gary break author Darin M. Bush out from behind the wall to discuss the story for its 95th anniversary, including if HPL’s tales really are hopeless, the many interpretations of the creatures of the...
2023-07-112h 23
A Podcask of AmontilladoFavorite Vintages: 1980s Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Welcome to a special, double-sized episode, dear Connoisseurs, as Erin & Gary celebrate their 25th episode by discussing some of their favorite horror movies. Specifically, the ones they love best from a golden age of horror, the 1980s! So set up your VCR, settle into the catacombs, and listen in as they discuss their honorable mentions, the role of nostalgia in their selections, deal with a very vocal kitty, the importance of gateway horror, Amazon’s wei...
2023-06-202h 49
A Podcask of AmontilladoMan Made Monster, Part TwoWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Like any crazed experiment, the topic of mad scientists and their creations grew beyond the control of Erin and Gary, causing them to continue their discussion into this second episode. So dear Connoisseurs, please rejoin them in the catacombs as they discuss those who dare to push the limits of man’s knowledge into forbidden areas, despite the ethics or rules of their peers, their desire to prove others wrong, understanding their motivations, the need fo...
2023-06-0658 min
A Podcask of AmontilladoMan Made Monster, Part OneWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. The very first science fiction story is also a tale of terror about a man driven to push past the boundaries of what man was meant to know. Following his example is an army of those who have dared play God by building monsters in their quest to explore forbidden knowledge! Listen in as Gary & Erin are joined by Tom Morris of The Good, The Bad, and the Nerdy Movie Podcast to discuss the various Frankenstein...
2023-05-2354 min
A Podcask of AmontilladoSpookshow: Horror ConsWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. We are a few months from Spooky Season, Connoisseurs, but we are just about to enter another great time of year, Convention Season! And there is no con like a horror con! The stars, the cosplay, the dealer’s room, the excitement of being surrounded by hundreds of fellow fans of fear! There is so much going on, so much to do, where do you start? Especially if you’ve never been? Thankfully, this episode will...
2023-05-091h 48
A Podcask of AmontilladoCrystal Lake Counselor Handbook - Chapter III: Rise of HodderWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. By 1987, Friday the 13th was an institution, a pop culture juggernaut that seemed as unstoppable as its main character. But after six movies and dozens of kills, some people thought that the series needed to be shaken up a bit. Thus, we get two movies that took the franchise in some new directions, pitting Jason against a superpowered final girl, and then taking him from the New Jersey forests to the mean streets of Manhattan (eventually). The b...
2023-04-112h 16
A Podcask of AmontilladoTalkin' TromaWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Back in 1974, two men had a vision, talent, and a drive to make their own damn movies, free of the major studios. Thus, Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz founded Troma Entertainment, the longest running independent film studio to date! Home of over 1,000 movies, as either producer or distributor, Troma’s library runs the gamut of horror, comedy, exploitation, and more. Listen in as Erin & Gary are joined by former Troma writer Chace Ambrose to discuss in...
2023-03-281h 01
A Podcask of AmontilladoCrystal Lake Counselor Handbook - Chapter II: Tommy Can You Fear Me?Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Return with us, dear Connoisseurs, to Camp Crystal Lake as Erin & Gary continue their examination of their favorite slasher series, Friday the 13th! In this super-sized episode, they are joined by author Jason Gilbert from Terrible Movies with Wonderful People to discuss Parts IV, V, and VI, the Tommy Jarvis arc. Listen in as they discuss 80’s dance moves, which film has the strongest cast in the series, Tommy as a charcter, his growth, & relation to...
2023-03-152h 38
A Podcask of AmontilladoResident Evil: Alice in ZombielandWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. On the outskirts of Racoon City, a woman awakens with amnesia in a strange mansion. As she explores the residence, it is invaded by an elite strike team. They tell her that she is Umbrella Security, was there to guard the secret entrance to the Hive, an underground research facility that has gone dark, and Umbrella wants answers. What begins as a zombie action movie becomes a series with clones, bigger monsters, the apocalypse, genetic mutations, crazed...
2023-02-281h 21
A Podcask of AmontilladoConjuring the WarrensWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. From a creepy doll, to a house in New England, to putting the Devil on trial, the investigation of these incidents made the reputations of two of the most famous figures in the world of the paranormal, Ed and Lorraine Warren. Their research, writings, speaking events and more not only raised awareness and interest in hunting down the supernatural, but lead to a thriving series of horror movies. Listen in as Erin & Gary are joined...
2023-02-141h 22
A Podcask of AmontilladoResident Evil: Press X to ShambleWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. On the outskirts of Racoon City, the Bravo team of the elite S.T.A.R.S. police unit goes missing investigating a string of unusual murders. The Alpha team is sent in to find out what happened. What begins as story of corporate greed, genetic experiments, and unspeakable monsters has grown to become one of the biggest horror franchises in video games. Spanning across eight main games, spinoffs, remakes, with zombies, plant creatures, body horror, and...
2023-01-311h 51
A Podcask of AmontilladoLaughter to a ScreamWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Their chalk-white skin. Their bright red noses. Their exaggerated features. Their . . . squeaky shoes? Most of the time, these performers are representations of joy, excitement, and child-like wonder. But sometimes, there’s just something creepy about . . . clowns. Listen in as Erin & Gary are joined by Anthony Liggins from The Fandom Hybrid podcast to discuss their favorite clowns, why “normal” clowns are scarier than “monster” clowns, how the greasepaint allows clowns to do unbelievable things, the merits of black v...
2023-01-171h 07
A Podcask of AmontilladoCrystal Lake Counselor Handbook - Chapter 1: Momma's Best BoyWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Clear waters, a peaceful forest, rambunctious teens, machetes, axes, arrows, pitchforks, and so much more. In this episode Erin & Gary get back to nature with Arcane Carolina's Charlie Mewshaw to begin their series discussing one of the most iconic 80's horror franchises, Friday the 13th. In this first chapter, our camp counselors examine parts one through three to discuss their first encounters with the force of nature that is Jason, the killer no one expected...
2022-12-201h 52
A Podcask of AmontilladoTerrorVision: It Came From the Silver Screen, Part TwoWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Thank you for returning to the Catacombs, dear Connoisseurs, as Erin and Gary conclude (for now) their conversation with Shaun Rosado of Pop*Cycled Baubles about horror shows that started their life as a film. Listen in as they start with a show that wasn't a show, how horror always goes to space, the twists at a vampire bar, responsible public mayhem, their favorite Good Guy series, why you should give horror television your time, r...
2022-12-061h 12
A Podcask of AmontilladoTerrorVision: It Came From the Silver Screen, Part OneWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. They say that we are living in a golden age of television, Connoisseurs, and of course this includes horror. In fact, there are so many fearful shows out there that your hosts have decided to talk about them in a collection of select tastings; starting with programs that started their lives on the silver screen, before moving to the (dead) set. To begin this series, Erin & Gary have decided to crack open the wall to...
2022-11-221h 18
A Podcask of AmontilladoCelebrating "Bad" HorrorWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. As in all things, Connoisseurs, taste is subjective. But some horror movies are indeed terrible. Sometimes, it's even on purpose. So why are some of the worst movies some of our favorites? Listen in as Erin & Gary are joined by Nicole Ghouled Cadaver from the Caught Dead Watching podcast, and Ryan Cadaver of The Casket Creatures & Neon Warlords to discuss why "bad" horror is so much fun, navigating the VHS era, the joy of sharing te...
2022-11-081h 08
A Podcask of AmontilladoWhispers Behind the WallWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Happy Halloween! Normally, we would be off this week, but Erin & Gary thought that all you little monsters, devils, and creatures of the night deserved a little treat for the holiday. So they have gotten three of their previous guests to tell you some tales from behind the wall. First, Shaun Rosado reads The Petting Zoo by Peter de Niverville (time marker 1:49). Then Darin M. Bush reads his story Project Wheat Field (time...
2022-10-3157 min
A Podcask of AmontilladoHalloween TraditionsWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. It's Halloween, Connoisseurs, which means it's time to make Jack O' Lanterns, put on costumes, celebrate the dead, bob for apples, and so much more. But where did these traditions we so love come from? Our guest Bethany Kessler joins Erin & Gary to try and dig up the roots of all of these rituals, how modern society is detached from death, the sanitization of the holiday, the importance of the traditions, their favorites, and more.
2022-10-251h 16
A Podcask of AmontilladoSpookshow: HauntsWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. It's spooky season, our favorite time of the year. One of the things we love to do to get a good scare is go to a Haunt. But why is that? What makes for a good haunt? And what does it take to run a haunted house? Thankfully, our guest Ryan Cadaver of The Casket Creatures & Neon Warlords is eager for a chance to escape the wall and join Erin & Gary as they discuss their f...
2022-10-111h 33
A Podcask of AmontilladoMaking a Monster: An Interview with Jon DevlinWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Horror movies have a reputation of being a quick and cheap to make. But is that true? What does it take to write, direct, or perform in a scary movie? What happens on set? How do you get your vision on film, and what sacrifices are required to get there? Our guest Jon Devlin knows the answers to these questions, and more. Join Erin & Gary, dear Connoisseurs, as they ask him about his short film "...
2022-09-271h 00
A Podcask of AmontilladoNight of the Living Dead: The OG Zom-B Part 2Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Return to the catacombs as Erin and Gary conculde their conversation with Shaun Rosado of Pop*Cycled Baubles about the 1968 classic Night of the Living Dead, as the discuss the 1990 & 2014 remakes, why we should pity the zombies, dinosaurs, other movies that came out that year, and more. 1990 Remake trailer, making of documentary & for purchase. 2006 Remake trailer. Nights of the Living Dead anthology. Opening and closing music is "Softly Shall You...
2022-09-131h 03
A Podcask of AmontilladoNight of the Living Dead: The OG Zom-B Part 1Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. In 1968, George Romero redefined a monster and introduced a new genre of horror. Join Erin & Gary as they talk with Shaun Rosado of Pop*Cycled Baubles about how Romero breathed new (un)life into the zombie, the impact and legacy of his film, discuss who was right, the real monsters, nihilism vs hope, and possibly the most epic first time viewing story ever. Then, be ready to come back next time, as there was too much to...
2022-08-301h 04
A Podcask of AmontilladoVampires: How Gay Are They?Welcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Vampires have always been a stand-in for sex. Then after a particular Interview, they became a stand-in for LGBTQI+ desires. Join Erin & Gary as they talk with author Michael G. Williams about this change, discuss the history of vampire fiction, how it parallells with the queer experience, and ask the important question about vampires . . . how gay are they? (SO VERY GAY) Dracula eBook Anne Rice on Cruise as Lestat The Trevor...
2022-08-161h 14
A Podcask of AmontilladoEldritch HorrorWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Indescribable creatures. Moody New England. Insanity. Tentacles. So many tentacles. In this episode, hosts Gary Mitchel & Erin McGourn are joined by author Darin M. Bush to discuss the origins of eldritch horror, why people are drawn to these cosmic terrors, the legacy of HPL, the modern writers that are growing the genre in compelling directions, and more! The free Complete Works of HPL put together by the Arkham Archivist (Gary's personal recomendation).
2022-08-021h 32
A Podcask of AmontilladoHorror in MusicWelcome back to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. In this episode, hosts Gary Mitchel & Erin McGourn are joined by gothic metal musicians Valentine Wolfe to discuss using horror as an inspiration for music, their favorite horror composers, the works of Mary Shelly, what it's like to create & perform music to accompany silent movies, an unusual version of Dracula, the best music in horror media, and more! Opening and closing music is "Softly Shall You Sleep," by Valentine Wolfe. Please follow us...
2022-07-2055 min
A Podcask of AmontilladoWhy Do We Love Horror?Welcome to A Podcask of Amontillado, where we delve into the dark, dreadful, and terrifying parts of the world. Join hosts Gary Mitchel & Erin McGourn in their debut episode as they discuss their history with horror, and what you can expect in future episodes. Listen in as they discuss why they are drawn to tales of terror in all kinds of media, Friday the 13th, Argento, what lurks in the dark woods, the growth of horror films from a gutter genre to Oscar winners, garbage disposal fears, using horror as an escape, some of their...
2022-07-201h 22