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HistoryExtra podcast Horror films: a chilling cultural historyEver since the shadow of Count Orlok crept up the staircase in 1922’s Nosferatu, and Fay Wray emitted her iconic scream in 1933’s King Kong, horror films have captivated and scandalised audiences in equal measure. Speaking to Matt Elton, Professor Roger Luckhurst explores how scary films have reflected changing social anxieties in the 20th and 21st centuries, and nominates the ten horror movies he thinks are most representative of their time.The HistoryExtra podcast is produced by the team behind BBC History Magazine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

2023-10-3050 min

A Study of Strange Are Zombies Real? Part 2 - With Mali ElfmanIn part 2 of “Are Zombies Real?”, we discuss accounts of zombification in Haiti. These include the dramatic experience of Clairvious Narcisse which inspired “The Serpent and the Rainbow”, the strange zombie tale of Felicia Felix-Mentor, and more. Writer/Director, Mali Elfman, of the new film NEXT EXIT, and producer of the film BIRTH/REBIRTH joins the podcast. Visit our sponsor here: https://www.audibletrial.com/strange Listen to the episode unedited and commercial free on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/astudyofstrange Theme Music by Matt Glass https://www.glassbrain.com/ Instagram: @astudyofstrange Website: www.astudyofstrange.com Hosted by Michael May Email stories, com...

2023-02-2842 min

A Study of Strange Are Zombies Real? Part 1 - With Mali ElfmanAre zombies real, and where did the concept of a mindless, walking dead person originate? On this two part series we look into the history of the zombie, its ties to Haitian history, and explore the handful of stories of zombification that have been studied. Stories include the account of Clairvious Narcisse and the strange zombie tale of Felicia Felix-Mentor. Writer/Director, Mali Elfman, of the new film NEXT EXIT, and producer of the film BIRTH/REBIRTH joins the podcast. Visit our sponsor here: https://www.audibletrial.com/strange Listen to the episode unedited and commercial free on Patreon https://www.patr...

2023-02-2141 min

Not Again 10. The VandalIn the final episode, Gemma tells all and our story is brought to a close. Created by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst, and written by special guests Sarah Allen and Zoe Ray. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Zoe Ray, Phoebe Dobie, and Alice Robson as Gemma’s Flatmates, Olivia Bastin as Ms Davis, and Charlie Flynn as the English Tutor, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound. All s...

2021-04-3013 min

Not Again 9. Exam SeasonOur penultimate episode is here, and exams are quickly approaching! Ashley and Fran plan a study date, Ben and Zoe hit the beach, and Gemma and Ashley each tell Hugo a secret. Created and Written by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound. All sound effects are from BBC Sound Effects.

2021-04-2322 min

HOLOCENE 003 → SETH MROCZKA ↗ building a successful creative companySeth Mroczka has been a friend, mentor, and confidant to myself since I met him back in 2017 while we were both working at COLLINS in Manhattan. Seth was on his way onto something new with the New York Times and I was just beginning my adventure in Greenwich Village. Since our paths diverged Seth moved out to SF and started the New Company, a design and marketing company in pursuit of the novel and extraordinary in San Francisco, which he founded with Matt Luckhurst back in 2018. You can find Seth on Instagram & LinkedIN.HOLOCENE Magazine

2021-04-182h 12

Not Again 8. Sick DayHalf the university comes down with mono, just in time for exam season. Created and Written by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound. All sound effects are from BBC Sound Effects.

2021-04-1621 min

Not Again 7. Visitors WeekendThis week, we meet the parents as they visit St Monans for Visitors Weekend. Created by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst, and written by special guests Sarah Allen and Zoe Ray. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Clara Harrison and Luke Adams as Fran’s parents, May Lutyens-Humfrey and Matt Torkington as Hugo’s parents, and Rebekah Rankin as Gemma’s Mum, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Jazz music used with permission from user @theojt on Frees...

2021-04-0922 min

Not Again 6. Disciplinary Action Part 2Fran calls an emergency crisis meeting in a pub to decide what must be done about the disciplinary hearing. Created by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst, and written by Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Josh Replogle as the pub owner, and theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound. All sound effects are from BBC Sound Effects.

2021-04-0214 min

Not Again 5. Disciplinary Action Part 1It's an homage to The Breakfast Club this week as Hugo is wrongly accused of vandalising the English Department. Gemma, Hugo, Fran, Ashley, Ben, and Zoe are called in for a day of questioning with the disciplinary board, and Gemma is anxious. Her new friends surely wouldn't rat her out... would they? Created by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst, and written by special guest Iona Fraser-Collins. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Sarah Allen as the Lib...

2021-03-2616 min

Not Again 4. Spring BreakThe gang leave for Spring Break... separately, but you know how this goes. Created and Written by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Dasha Krasnodembskaya as the Society Member. Theme song by Matt Torkington, with sound effects from BBC Sound Effects. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound.

2021-03-1918 min

Not Again 3. Oh, It's YouIt's Hugo's birthday, and everyone's psyched to go to the rave taking place in the town's castle ruins! Or, well... no one is psyched. Make that no one is psyched. Created by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst, and written by special guest Jamie Rodney. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Phoebe Dobie, Martin Caforio, and Zoe Ray as Gemma's Flatmates. Music by Nell Lang, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help w...

2021-03-1216 min

Not Again 2. Teamwork Does Not Make the Dream WorkGemma struggles to keep her secret from getting out whilst Fran desperately tries to manage a group project. Meanwhile, Ben hits Zoe with his bike. Created and Written by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Iona Fraser-Collins as the Tutor, and Molly Luckhurst as the Receptionist. Theme song by Matt Torkington, with sound effects from BBC Sound Effects. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound.

2021-03-0515 min

Not Again 1. The PartySix university students meet at a party, where things quickly get out of hand. At least they'll never have to see each other again... right? Created and Written by Kailee Parsons and Molly Luckhurst. Starring Bella Zeff as Gemma, Charles Vivian as Hugo, Nina Koshy as Fran, Alex Flagg as Ashley, Kosta Kapoutsis as Ben, and Margot Pue as Zoe, with Alice Robson as Gemma's Flatmate. Music by Nell Lang, with theme song by Matt Torkington. Special thanks to Ferdia McKeogh for help with sound. All sound effects are from BBC Sound Effects.

2021-03-0515 min

REFSIX - The Referee Podcast Quick Free Kicks, Clapping Refs and the Return of FootballThis week we're joined by Level 3 Callum Jones, Level 5 Matt Leary and Level 7 Karl Luckhurst. We discuss the quick free kick and penalty decision in the Leeds vs Southampton match, the Mexican official who got in the way of a goal bound effort, the Give the Ref a Hand campaign and the return of football.

2021-02-2438 min

United Masterclass Just Another United Show Ep. #4 Feat Phil Brown | Glazers, Finances and More | Elite Football ShowWELCOME TO THE ELITE FOOTBALL SHOW! This week we are joined by the brilliant phil brown to discuss the latest transfer news regarding manchester utd. topics discussed: Latest on Sancho/Dembele, Telles, Sarr, Cavani/Jovic - Outgoings (Pereira, Smalling, Dalot) - Sam Luckhurst reported it may be financially beneficial for Utd to delay a bid for Sancho till after 30 Sept due when it would be reported in the accounts. Is this true? - Utd’s financial obligations hindering transfers - Matt Judge’s role & lack of accountability for Glazers/Woodward - How the club claim the fans are creating a ‘negativ...

2020-09-301h 10

Do Go On 256 - The Korean Axe Murder IncidentWhat seemingly harmless backyard activity nearly caused World War 3? Gardening! In 1976, a group of South Korean and US soldiers were ordered to cut down a poplar tree in the Demilitarized Zone separating North and South Korea. The North Korean soldiers watching on were not happy and attacked and killed two US soldiers, leaving the US with the question of how to retaliate. They didn't want to look weak but they also didn't want to kick off a huge war... This is known to history as The Poplar Incident, AKA The Korean Axe Murder Incident.Support the...

2020-09-161h 58

The Creative Rising Finding the New with Matt LuckhurstYou’re supposed to have your finger on the pulse of what’s new, cool, and creative, but what if you’re feeling out of touch? Matt Luckhurst, co-founder of The New Company (and former COLLINS co-founder and executive creative director) shares his perspective on conquering the fear of being irrelevant.For more on Matt Luckhurst visit: www.new.companySpecial thanks to Matchstic: www.matchstic.comHosted and produced by Blake HowardEditing by Michael Engelking Illustration by Rachel Eleanor www.rachel-eleanor.com

2020-04-2849 min

Weird Studies On Speculative Fiction, with Matt Cardin Neil Gaiman wrote, "If literature is the world, then fantasy and horror are twin cities, divided by a river of black water." Flame Tree Publishing underwrites this claim with their recent publication, The Astounding Illustrated History of Fantasy and Horror. The book is a veritable gazetteer of these two cities in the heartland of the imaginal world. Writer and scholar Matt Cardin, founding editor of the marvellous [Teeming Brain](www.teemingbrain.com), wrote a chapter for the book focusing on the books and films of the Sixties and Seventies. In this episode, he joins JF and Phil to discuss...

2019-02-271h 00 $Light in the Attic\'s Liner Notes$

Light in the Attic's Liner Notes Mr BongoLight In The Attic Podcast Episode 18 is out now! For this episode, LITA's Matt Sullivan sits down with David Buttle and Graham Luckhurst from UK-based label Mr Bongo to discuss the label's history, their reissue process and classics from Tim Maia and Terry Callier.

2019-01-2338 min

Flash Forward You’ve Got BrainmailIn our last episode of the season, we take one one of the most requested futures: telepathy! What would it be like to be able to link minds, and communicate brain to brain? And how likely is it that we’ll ever get this kind of technology? We start the episode by talking to Roger Luckhurst, a Professor in Modern and Contemporary Literature at Birkbeck, University of London, who explains where the word telepathy comes from, and how it totally obsessed men of science in the early 1800’s. Then, futurist and science fiction author Ramez Naam wa...

2018-01-0949 min