Shows
The FAIK FilesWhat's My Password? (feat. Dave Lewis of 1Password)Welcome back to The FAIK Files!
In this week's episode:
We sit down with Dave Lewis, Global Advisory CISO for 1Password.
We discuss the state of identity security and why you shouldn't rely on your browser's password manager.
How to keep credentials safe in the age of AI agents.
Insights into how companies are adopting AI and the security considerations they often miss.
Want to leave us a voicemail? Here's the magic link to do just that: https://sayhi.chat/FAIK
You can also join our Discord server here: https://faik.to/discord
...
2025-12-1936 min
The Bug & Moss Morning Telephone ShowHow to Sound Like an Astronaut Without InternetThe Bug & Moss Digital Takeout Menu
CALL or TEXT +1 (848) MOSS-BUG TODAY!
😋 Today's Specials:
The Bizarre Kidnapping of ALDI's CEO | fern (YT)
FAIK: A Practical Guide | Perry Carpenter
Join our DISCORD
🧑🍳 George's Pick: Audio Plugins
Melda FREE FX Pack (Mason's Main Plugins)
Airwindows Consolidated
ATKaudio Plugin/Extension for OBS
🎙️ Bug & Moss's Other Shows
Current Podcasts:
🌱PodCube™ ⁖⁛⁚⁘ the funniest sketch comedy on human earth
🪲THIRTEEN ⁖⁛⁚⁘ slow burn, atmospheric horror anthology
🌱🪲Digital Folklore ⁖⁛⁚⁘ fictionalized romp through modern folklore
🪲Edging ⁖⁛⁚⁘ scary & sexy book review podcast
🌱The FAIK Files ⁖⁛⁚⁘ exploring and explaining AI for normal, sane people
YouTube:
🌱Wicked Interesting ⁖⁛⁚⁘ chaotic...
2025-12-1030 min
The FAIK FilesEmbracing the Future (with Erica Orange)Welcome back to The FAIK Files!
This week, we're bringing you an interview from the vault.
On January 13th 2025, we had a chance to sit down with Erica Orange!
Erica is the author of AI + The New Human Frontier, where she explores the profound impact of AI on humanity’s future, offering visionary insights into the intersection of technology, trust, and human ingenuity.
Featured in Wired, Bloomberg, NPR, and CBS This Morning, Erica is recognized as one of the world’s 50 Top Female Futurists and continues to inspire leaders to embrace chan...
2025-10-3147 min
The FAIK FilesInclusive, Empowering, & Confident Approaches to AI (feat. Jocelyn Burnham)Jocelyn Burnham (she/her) is a leading independent artificial intelligence communicator, workshop leader, and speaker, specialising in AI learning in the creative and cultural sectors through creativity and playfulness.
She has been commissioned by organisations including Arts Council England, Tate, The Church of England, Historic Royal Palaces, Art Fund, Shakespeare's Globe, RADA, Kew and Bloomberg Philanthropies to produce bespoke AI workshops and resources.
Learn more about Jocelyn and her work by visiting her website: https://aiforculture.com/
Connect with Jocelyn on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jocelyn-burnham/
=====================================
2025-10-1047 min
ReThinking Podcasting: Deep Reflections for Thoughtful PodcastersCreativity, Sound Design and Podcasting for Joy (DIALOGUE)When we begin as podcasters, its easy to become mired in the logistics, the admin, the perfection and optimisation of equipment, structure, distribution… It takes a unique individual like Mason Amadeus to remind us to ask, “Where has the creativity gone?”This week I’m joined by Mason Amadeus: Creative Director at 8th Layer Media, Expert Audio & Broadcast Engineer, and self-proclaimed All-Terrain Professional Bodge Technician.I first met Mason through a podcasting Discord Community, and found that he and his good friends had made PodCube - a sketch comedy audio-only podcast that is soundscaped to perfecti...
2025-09-031h 03
The FAIK FilesHow to Think Like a Hacker (with Ted Harrington)What does it mean to think like a hacker?
In this episode, we're joined by Ted Harrington — ethical hacker, speaker, and executive partner at Independent Security Evaluators, where he leads a team that breaks things on purpose to make them stronger. We talk about the hacker mindset: how curiosity, exploration, and questioning assumptions can lead to stronger systems — and more creative thinking.
Ted is the author of Hackable: How to Do Application Security Right and his new book Inner Hacker is all about applying that same mindset beyond just code.
You can join the...
2025-08-0849 min
The FAIK FilesCognitive Inoculation: Winn Schwartau and the MetawarWelcome back to The FAIK Files!
This week, we're sharing our interview with Winn Schwartau!
Winn Schwartau is a respected authority in information security and one of the earliest voices to warn about the risks of cyberwarfare. With a career spanning decades, he’s written extensively on topics like critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, time-based security, and the human factors behind digital threats. His work has shaped the way governments and organizations think about cybersecurity today.
You should check out his book The Art & Science of Metawar: How to Coexist With AI-Driven Reality Distortion, Disinformation, & Addiction in th...
2025-07-0449 min
Digital FolkloreArtifacts of Deception (Deceptive Minds - issue #2)This is the 2nd of 2 sample episodes/issues of Perry's new audio newsletter, Deceptive Minds. If you enjoyed these and want to receive future editions, please subscribe here.
----
Hey friends! Here's issue 2 of Deceptive Minds: a newsletter about how we are fooled, how we fool ourselves, and what we can do about it.
🔥 Since starting this newsletter last week, we're already closing in on 3,000 subscribers to the print edition! 🔥 Huge thanks to everyone who's jumped in early!
This week, I'm diving into what I call the “artifacts of deception,” and why th...
2025-04-2911 min
Digital FolkloreIntroducing: Deceptive Minds (the audio experience)Hey listeners, Perry Carpenter here. I've got something exciting that I think you'll be interested in. It's the audio version of a newsletter that I recently started.
The newsletter is called Deceptive Minds, and it's all about how we are fooled, how we fool ourselves, and what we can do about it.
I'm dropping the first two episodes/issues in this feed so you can decide if you like it and might be interested in subscribing to the audio or print versions.
Oh -- and while I've got your attention, I'd love for you to check...
2025-04-2905 min
The Cyber Cognition PodcastDeep Fakes and Digital DeceptionOn this episode of Cyber Cognition, Hutch and Len speak with the hosts of The FAIK Files podcast Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus. Perry Carpenter is also the author of the book "FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions". In this episode, we discuss the societal implications of deep fake technology, its potential for abuse and deception, and the importance of cognitive defenses.
2025-01-211h 24
CyberWire DailyRhode Island cyberattack exposes sensitive data.A cyberattack in Rhode Island targets those who applied for government assistance programs. U.S. Senators propose a three billion dollar budget item to “rip and replace” Chinese telecom equipment. The Clop ransomware gang confirms exploiting vulnerabilities in Cleo’s managed file transfer platforms. A major Southern California healthcare provider suffers a ransomware attack. A leading US auto parts provider discloses a cyberattack on its Canadian business unit.SRP Federal Credit Union notifies over 240,000 individuals of cyberattack. A sophisticated phishing campaign targets YouTube creators. Researchers identify a high-severity vulnerability in Mullvad VPN. A horrific dark web forum moderator gets 30 years in...
2024-12-1637 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 10: A New HopeThis is Part Ten of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-3033 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 9: Cognitive and Technical Defense Strategies - Tools for ProtectionThis is Part Nine of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-2842 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 8: Media Literacy in the Age of AI - Your First Line of DefenseThis is Part Eight of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-2131 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 7: The Now and Future of AI-Driven DeceptionThis is Part Seven of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-2131 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 6: Deepfakes and the Spectrum of Digital DeceptionThis is Part Six of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-1441 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 5: The Digital Disinformation PandemicThis is Part Five of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-1435 min
Digital FolkloreFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 3: The Mindset and Tools of a Digital ManipulatorThis is Part Three of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck out the website for more info: htt...
2024-10-0830 min
8th Layer InsightsFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 3: The Mindset and Tools of a Digital ManipulatorThis is Part Three of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck ou...
2024-10-0831 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 4: Bias, Data Poisoning, & Output OdditiesThis is Part Four of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-0726 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 3: The Mindset and Tools of a Digital ManipulatorThis is Part Three of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-10-0731 min
Digital FolkloreFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 2: New Frontiers of Deception: AI and Synthetic MediaThis is Part Two of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck out the website for more info: http...
2024-10-0132 min
8th Layer InsightsFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 2: New Frontiers of Deception: AI and Synthetic MediaThis is Part Two of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck out...
2024-10-0129 min
Digital FolkloreFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 1: The Eternal Battle for the MindThis is Part One of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck out the website for more info: http...
2024-10-0133 min
8th Layer InsightsFAIK Miniseries (sneak peek) | Chapter 1: The Eternal Battle for the MindThis is Part One of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck out...
2024-10-0132 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 2: New Frontiers of Deception: AI and Synthetic MediaThis is Part Two of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications. Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated DeceptionsCheck...
2024-09-3029 min
The FAIK FilesFAIK Miniseries | Ch 1: The Eternal Battle for the MindThis is Part One of a ten-part miniseries exploring Perry Carpenter's latest book, FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions. Each episode kicks off with a dramatized reading of the "Whispers from the Static" vignette that opens the chapter, followed by an in-depth conversation with Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus, where they unpack the chapter's themes and real-world implications.
Get the Book (Amazon Associate Link): FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions
Check...
2024-09-3031 min
Digital FolkloreUPDATE: Perry's Made Something Cool...
B&N Preorder Link: https://faik.to/GetFAIKed
Amazon Preorder Link: https://amzn.to/3Lg55kZ
Barnes & Noble is offering 25% off of pre-order books until July 17th if you join their free rewards program.Perry's new book FAIK: A Practical Guide to Living in a World of Deepfakes, Disinformation, and AI-Generated Deceptions comes out October 1st of this year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-07-1201 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Andrew Peck | UnpluggedUnplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On today’s episode, Mason & Perry got to speak with Andrew Peck. This was a very special interview for us because it ties all the way back to the ending lines of season 1 episode 1. If it’s been a while since you’ve listened to that episode, you may have forgotten that we ended with a quote from Andrew’s paper: Tall, Dark, and Loathsome: The Emergence of a Legend Cycle in the Digi...
2024-05-1344 minDigital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E10 (No-clipping Reality)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of Season Two!Alas, Perry's audio track suffered some stuttering - but the gang reconvenes to debrief after a chaotic and wonderful adventure.Things we mentioned:
How chaotically this episode came together, and we hint vaguely about a bunch of really cool stuff we almost did - and will be doing in the future.
Some insight into details of the season's production, sound design, writing, etc.
Mason brings up the "Dead Internet Theory" which he didn't clarify is a conspiracy theory, but at the heart of it...
2024-03-1151 min
Digital FolkloreNo-Clipping Reality (Liminal Spaces & Possibility)No-Clipping Reality (Liminal Spaces & Possibility)Out of the frying pan, and into the... backrooms, I guess? Welcome to the final episode of Digital Folklore's second season! We hope you've enjoyed the ride so far. Perry and Mason wander through endless, yellow, dank, decrepit hallways. Will they find Digby? Will Todd find them? What's going on? Where do we go from here? I don't know, I just write the shownotes.Speaking of writing the shownotes -Hey, if you're reading this - please join our Discord! Genuinely, it's a really rewarding place full of...
2024-02-2944 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E9 (Unwrapping our Presence)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode!Things we mentioned:
Perry & Mason discuss their most/least favorite emoji, their favorite contemporary legends, and their own embarrassing browser histories!
Todd is real, and cursed Mason's editing computer.
Mason reveals that he owns PregnantSonic.com, which points to the patreon page for the excellent audio drama podcast Inn Between (which Mason is a character on in the current season!)
Perry retells an upsetting legend to Mason.
Matt did some silly sound design in this one 👀
Listener messages and shout outs!
Epi...
2024-02-0535 min
Digital FolkloreUnwrapping Our Presence (Folklorist Favorites)Unwrapping Our Presence (Folklorist Favorites)Trapped by local small business owner, Todd, the gang attempts a daring escape. However, the fabric of this reality seems to be unraveling around them. Will they escape? Is this how they ended up driving off a cliff? Is Digby going to set off on his own, or stick with the crew? Tune in for all the answers - or perhaps, just more questions.In This Episode:
Several familiar voices from season two, all together!
Folklorists' favorite (and least favorite) emoji.
Uncomfortable browsing history.
Extreme supernatural...
2024-02-0247 minDigital FolkloreUnw�app�%20�ur%20Prese�ce)Folklor�s�_"\..\TIG-299388477681[REDACT]" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2024-01-2900 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Ian Brodie | UnpluggedUnplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On today’s episode, Mason & Perry got to speak with Ian Brodie. Dr. Brodie leads us through a fascinating discussion about humor, absurdism, dad jokes, improv, and the human condition.Ok, let’s get unplugged…Guest:Dr. Ian Brodie (Twitter) (LinkedIn) (YouTube) (Website)Additional Resources (Books are Amazon Associates Links to help support the show)
University Page
A Vulgar Art: A New Approa...
2024-01-2551 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E8 (The Death of Meaning)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things we mentioned:
We are joined again by our interview editor and all around great guy, Matthew Bliss!
Let's talk about Todd
We forecast the upcoming 'Unplugged Episode' with Ian Brodie
Mason says, "I'm gonna say absolutely nothing useful" and then shares something mildly interesting.
Listener messages and shout outs
Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod.If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server using the link below!🗣 Join our...
2024-01-1540 min
Digital FolkloreThe Death of Meaning (Gen Z Humor, Absurdism, & Trust in Platforms)The Death of Meaning (Gen Z Humor, Absurdism, & Trust in Platforms)The gang reconvenes! Perry & Mason venture once again into Todd's Pawn Shop, just in time for "Dada December" - but it would seem that the prices aren't the only unbelievable thing there...In This Episode:
Two familiar voices!
Why is Gen Z humor so absurd? Or... is it even that unique?
How our trust in online platforms has been eroded.
Expressions of authenticity online.
What we can learn from studying humor.
Several easter eggs for keen-eared listeners.
We can (and s...
2024-01-0851 min
Digital FolkloreBen Radford | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Ben Radford to get the lowdown on creepy clowns, media literacy, the influence of folklore, and the psychological aspects of human beliefs. We touch on how misinformation and panic are spread through hoaxes and social media, using the example of clown sighting panics as a case study. Ben also discusses his investigations into paranormal phenomena and the...
2023-12-2559 min
Digital FolkloreA Special Holiday Message for YouHappy Holidays!Everyone here at Digital Folklore wants to extend their holiday well-wishes, as well as a special reading of a classic Christmas poem.Thank you, for everything. We wouldn't be here if it weren't for you!Happy holidays, happy new year, and to all a good night.🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon🕸 Sign-up for our newsletter, check our our merch, and learn more about the show at digitalfolklore.fm.📚 Check our book list for some great folklore-related booksFind us on th...
2023-12-2508 min
Digital FolkloreDigital Folklore: The Journey So FarIn this special catch-up episode, Digital Folklore podcast creators Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus have a candid chat about the show so far.They spill behind-the-scenes secrets about unexpected plot twists, their creative process for audio storytelling, and how they brought this modern folklore to life. You'll also learn some fun and interesting ways their real life circumstances have woven their way into the show's mythos.The hosts share behind-the-scenes insights from interviews and emphasize the value of preserving modern folklore. Whether you're a longtime listener or just tuning in, this episode lets you in o...
2023-12-1156 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Andrea Kitta | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.In this interview Perry and Mason speak with Dr. Andrea Kitta. Dr. Kitta provides her thoughts on the importance of being able to view world events and trends through the lens of folklore. We also hit on how both positive and negative forms of folklore arose during the pandemic. Folklore and public health. Folklore and technology. And you’ll also hear Andrea Kitta’s favorite urba...
2023-12-0555 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E7 (If Memory Serves)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things we mentioned:
We formally introduce Matthew Bliss!
Geeking out about audio stuff
Perry and Mason remember being floored by receiving an email from Andrew Peck after the pilot episode
We are in awe of Andrea Kitta
Listener messages
Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod.If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server using the link below!🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon🕸 Sign-up for our...
2023-12-0439 min
Digital FolkloreIf Memory Serves (The Mandela Effect, Trust vs. Truth, & AI)If Memory Serves (Mandela Effect, Folk Trust, & AI)We split the party! While Perry is searching for answers to all the inexplicable weird things happening lately, Mason is searching for Digby. Meanwhile, Digby is out to find his place in the world as an artificially-intelligent raccoon - and he just so happens to catch a ride with Andrew Peck. Perry finds something strange in a pre-recorded interview with Andrea Kitta, and as the crew goes their separate ways... it seems that everything is converging on a single familiar location.In This Episode:
Andrew Peck...
2023-11-301h 02Digital FolkloreInfo | Late Release + We Were on Folkwise!Whoopsie Daisy!Mason bodied too much turkey and wine, so now the episode is going to be late...In the meantime, watch our livestream with Daisy & Dom from Folkwise - it was SO much fun.Thanks again for your patience, and this message will self destruct as soon as Mason remembers to delete it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-11-2701 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Kristina Downs | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On this episode, Perry got to speak with Dr. Kristina Downs. This was a fun one. We talk about conspiracies at the Dallas zoo, the power of memes and satire accounts, meme warfare, and tons of fun with urban legends.Ok, let’s get unplugged…Guest:Dr. Kristina Downs (Twitter) (Podcast)Additional Resources (Book...
2023-11-2154 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E6 (Statistically Conscious)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things we mentioned:
We start off way too formal for some reason...
New AI gadgets. A notebook/pen combo and StarTrek like communicator pin.
AI and the human condition.
Mason hates doing sound design for footsteps.
A bit of listener feedback
We feel sad for Digby
Hints at what and who to expect on the next episode
Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod.If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server...
2023-11-1532 min
Digital FolkloreStatistically Conscious (Artificial Intelligence)Statistically Conscious (Artificial Intelligence)After the procedure revealed that Digby's implant is essentially running an artificial intelligence, Digby falls into an existential crisis about whether or not he is actually a sapient being. Mason is worried because the podcast is falling behind on production, and Digby is not helping. He and Perry decide to try and kill two birds with one stone by interviewing experts on artificial intelligence. They learn about how the technology works, the intersection of AI and folklore, and they ask John Laudun directly how they could prove that Digby is not an AI.
2023-11-131h 03
Digital FolkloreDr. Jeana Jorgensen | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Dr. Jeana Jorgensen. We touch on several key themes in this interview… everything from the multidisciplinary nature of Folklore Studies, to the value of studying folklore, the dark side of folklore… how it can be weaponized, and a whole lot more.Ok, let’s get unplugged…Guest:Dr. Jeana Jorgense...
2023-11-0851 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E5 (Down the Raccoon Hole)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things we mentioned:
Mason's continued travel adventures and mishaps
Mick West's interview on Perry's other podcast, 8th Layer Insights.
Mason talks about the movie in his head that forms the sound design for the opening scene
Crazy stuff about creepy clowns
Apparently attending the ISCLR event this year was great for finding guests!
Everything connects to Mick West
LOTS of listener messages... and Digby got fan mail!
Fun with ChatGPT
Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod.If you...
2023-11-0336 min
Digital FolkloreDown The Raccoon Hole (Deprogramming Conspiracies & Creepy Clown Lore)Down the Raccoon Hole (Deprogramming Conspiracies & Creepy Clown Lore)Digby is fully lost in a conspiracy rabbit hole. Perry dreams of an earlier interview he did with Mick West about how people get wrapped-up in conspiracies which shakes loose the memory of an underground 'deprogramming' center. The gang trick Digby into a road trip to the deprogramming center by telling him that the location is actually the enemy's secret headquarters.In This Episode:
We continue to play with our intro sequence
Perry has a dream/nightmare about conspiracy theories
Clips from Perry's interview with...
2023-10-311h 07
Digital FolkloreDr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On this episode, Perry & Mason speak with Dr. Sara Cleto and Dr. Brittany Warman from the Carterhaugh School of Folklore & the Fantastic.You’ll hear early on that we were interviewing them primarily as part of our “Why is Old Tech Creepy” episode from last season… so we touched on themes of The Gothic, nostalgia, and things like that… but we didn’t stop there...
2023-10-231h 02
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E4 (Think of the Children)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things we mentioned:
Joel Best as a jack o'lantern, on Adam Ruins Everything.
Elizabeth (Libby) Tucker
We won 5 awards from the Signal Awards!
Digital Void and Josh Chapdelaine
The jorts revival we all feared.
Ben Radford and the Squaring the Strange Podcast
Episode editing by Matt Bliss of MBPod and Blissery.fm.If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server using the link below!🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us o...
2023-10-1734 min
Digital FolkloreThink of the Children (Halloween Sadism & Internet Challenges)Think of the Children (Halloween Sadism & Internet Challenges)After MEMExpo, the crew reconvenes to find Digby in a state of absolute chaos. He has absorbed every conspiracy he could find, and linked it all back to a pipeline starting with tainted Halloween candy. In an effort to convince Digby that he is being ridiculous, Perry and Mason decide to do some research...In This Episode:
Joel Best as a jack o'lantern, from Adam Ruins Everything.Guests:
Joel Best, professor of sociology and criminal justice at the University of Delaware; author of Halloween...
2023-10-161h 01
Digital FolkloreDr. Lynne S. McNeill (Part 2) | UnpluggedWelcome to another installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged.Unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.This is part two of our interview with Dr. Lynne McNeill. If you’ve not yet listened to part 1, you can find it here… but that’s not really necessary to appreciate today’s discussion.Lynne McNeill’s name is nearly synonymous with the study of Digital Folklore. Her work and her voice has been instrumental in helping people und...
2023-10-0958 minDigital FolklorePlease help us win an award! -- This will self destruct in 24 hoursHey listeners! Just popping into your feeds real quick to give you some really cool news and ask a favor.First the news: We're happy to announce that Digital Folklore has been recognized as Finalists in the 2023 Signal Awards. This is cool because it is a listeners choice award and shows the passion of our fanbase. These kinds of recognitions are really important for new shows like ours… awards give enhanced credibility to potential guests as they decide if they want to come on the show, potential listeners as they are deciding if they wan...
2023-10-0503 min
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E3 (Defying Convention)Perry & Mason catch up after the production of the last episode.Things We Mentioned:
Digital Void & The Digital Void Podcast
Dr. Kristina Downs's previous podcast, Crime Lore
Our assistant editor Matthew Bliss's podcast, From My Home to Yours
If you want to find the extra clips and BTS snippets, join our Discord server using the link below!🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon🕸 Sign-up for our newsletter, check our our merch, and learn more about the show at digitalfolklore.fm.📚 Check our book list for some...
2023-10-0431 min
Digital FolkloreDefying Convention (Memes, Conspiracy, & Communication)Defying Convention (Memes, Conspiracy, & Communication)Despite their best efforts, the gang cannot stop the flow of time and MEMExpo is upon them. Perry and Mason venture into the convention looking for someone to essentially do their presentation for them. As it happens, they encounter Josh Chapdelaine of Digital Void for an insightful conversation about memes and online communication. After failing to con Josh into presenting for them, the Digital Folklore crew encounters Dr Kristina Downs. After buying out all of the merch from the Texas Folklore Society booth, she agrees to do the talk - presenting on...
2023-10-0255 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Lynne S. McNeill (Part 1) | UnpluggedWelcome to another installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged.Unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.Today's guest is Dr. Lynne McNeill. Lynne McNeill’s name is nearly synonymous with the study of Digital Folklore. Her work and her voice has been instrumental in helping people understand that our online world is just an extension of our lives… and it’s not only a place where folklore can arise… but thrive at a speed and scale previous...
2023-09-271h 00
Digital FolkloreAfter the Episode | S2E2 (The Links Between Us)A little catch-up after episode 2!THIS is the first thing Perry & Mason ever made together - an immersive heist in which Perry plays a helicopter pilot as Mason and the PodCube™ crew attempt to steal Mark Zuckerberg's baby teeth. And THIS is the episode of 8th Layer Insights that sketch was created for!Check out Perry's other podcast 8th Layer Insights! It's an immersive and fun exploration of the human element of security.Check out Mason's other podcast, PodCube™! It's a series of hilarious sketches, a bit like an absurdist audi...
2023-09-1828 min
Digital FolkloreThe Links Between Us (Algorithmic Identity, Goncharov, and Tumblr)The Links Between Us (Algorithmic Identity, Goncharov, and Tumblr)With MEMExpo looming tomorrow, the Digital Folklore gang pulls an all-nighter trying to piece together a presentation. They speak with Dr. Cassandra Pfeifer about identity and online communities, as well as the effect of algorithmic content curation on our sense of identity. Then, they call up Lauren Shippen and Cherokee McAnelly from the Dashboard Diaries podcast to talk about Tumblr's uniqueness as a platform, and Goncharov - the greatest mob movie never made. Plus, loads of easter eggs from the internet era of the early aughts!
2023-09-1856 min
Digital FolklorePaul Prater | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore Unplugged!Unplugged episodes are where we ditch all the fancy production and story elements and bring you the raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On this episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Paul Prater. Paul is a multifaceted guy – a lawyer, a musician, a mentalist and bizarre entertainer, an author… oh… and he collects ghost stories and leads haunted tours. Topics covered include:
Magic / mentalism / bizarre magic & storytelling
Thoughts on what makes something 'creepy'
Paul's experiences leading Ghost Tours
Paul's favorite urban legend
The imp...
2023-09-1149 min
Digital FolkloreAfter The Episode | S2E1 (Mark My Wizard)Perry & Mason talk shop about the process of making Digital Folklore Season 2🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon🕸 Sign-up for our newsletter, check our our merch, and learn more about the show at digitalfolklore.fm.📚 Check our book list for some great folklore-related booksFind us on the socials:
Twitter: @digiFolklorePod
Facebook: DigitalFolklorePod
Instagram: DigitalFolklorePod
TikTok: digitalfolklore
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-09-0631 min
Digital FolkloreMark My Wizard (Research, Inclusivity, & Collaboration)Mark My Wizard (Research, Inclusivity, & Collaboration)The Folkswagen sails off a cliff. Perry can explain, but it's going to take a while. Perhaps... a whole season. It all starts when the crew decides to visit other creators who specialize in making media about folklore studies. First, they visit Mark Norman - who lives behind a grocery store, inside a bizarre apartment complex shaped like a wizard's tower. After chatting about how Mark has managed to run his podcast for over eight years, the crew heads a few floors down in the tower. They encounter Daisy Ahlstone, one...
2023-09-0648 minDigital FolkloreThe Folkswagen Sails Off a Cliff (Season 2 Announcement)The Folkswagen Sails Off a Cliff (Season 2 Announcement)Wait - you're here already? You're early! What? Hello!In this episode:
The Folkswagen sails off a cliff.
Perry tells a story.
Mason greets you at the door.
Tomorrow, you get the real episode. ;)
Featuring voice acting from:
Brooke Jennett of THIRTEEN as Screaming Digby.🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon🕸 Sign-up for our newsletter, check our our merch, and learn more about the show at digitalfolklore.fm.📚 Check ou...
2023-09-0405 min
Digital FolkloreChelsey Weber-Smith | UnpluggedWelcome to our 4th installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged.These unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.Today’s guest is Chelsey Weber-Smith. Chelsey is the creator and host of American Hysteria, a show that probes the depths of our collective anxieties, our shared stories, our cultural myths and legends, and even those mass panics that occasionally sweep through the nation.American Hysteria is not just a podcast, it's a journey into the hea...
2023-08-0758 minDigital FolkloreLessons Learned, Survey Results, & Season 2 | Perry & MasonSit down with Perry & Mason as they discuss the state of Digital Folklore!On today’s episode, our hosts pull back the curtain to talk candidly about season one of the podcast, the results of our survey, and the plans for season 2.We're always looking to hear from you, too! If you have ideas, topics you'd like to see covered, feedback, or anything else - drop us an email!Hello@8thLayerMedia.comSeason two will launch on September 4th, 2023.If you're hungry for more Perry & Mason co...
2023-07-2537 min
Digital FolkloreMark Muncy | UnpluggedWelcome to our 3nd installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged.These unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.On today’s episode, Perry & Mason sit down with Mark Muncy. Mark is the author of Eerie Florida, Eerie Apalachia, Creepy Florida, and more. He also hosts a podcast called Eerie Travels. It’s a weekly show, where he and his co-host Erika Lance explore monsters, legends, history, and mysteries. Each episode, we invite you to explo...
2023-06-261h 02
Digital FolkloreComing Soon - Season 2Season Two is On The Way!In the meantime, please take our listener survey! It's only 10 questions, and takes about 5 minutes tops.Get ready for more adventures, escapades, and experts in season two of Digital Folklore!Topics in the upcoming season include (but are not limited to):
Meme warfare
Misinformation, Disinformation, and Conspiracies
How specific online platforms shape folklore creation
The Mandela Effect
Artificial intelligence
The folklore of absurdity and the subtext of meaninglessness
Folklorists' favorite legends
And more!
🗣 Join our Discord community💁♀️ Support us on Patreon
2023-06-1904 min
Digital FolkloreDr. Diane A. Rodgers | UnpluggedWelcome to our 2nd installment of Digital Folklore Unplugged.These unplugged episodes are all about stripping away the fancy production elements so that we can give you access to raw (or slightly edited) interviews with folklore experts.Today’s guest is Dr. Diane Rodgers. Diane is a senior lecturer in Media at Sheffield Hallam University where she specializes in Alternative Media and Storytelling in film and television. Her research interests relate to the communication of folklore and contemporary legend in the media including: folk horror; folklore on screen; the supernatural, ‘spooky’ television programming aimed at childre...
2023-06-121h 00
Digital FolkloreGennaRose Nethercott | UnpluggedWelcome to Digital Folklore… Unplugged Edition. “Unplugged” is a new, additional, episode format type we’re trying out. Digital Folklore episodes labeled as “Unplugged” will be much more like traditional interview-based podcasts. Whereas our standard episodes tend to focus on a fun way to present a single topic or set of tightly related topics, Digital Folklore ‘unplugged’ is about showcasing our interviewees… and so will often touch on a wide range of topics in a single interview. Today’s guest is GennaRose Nethercott. She is a folklorist, an author, a poet, and is also a researcher & prod...
2023-05-2953 min
Digital FolkloreTechnical Difficulties - Dr. Lynne McNeillTechnical Difficulties (Dr. Lynne McNeill)We're joined by veritable digital folklore superstar Lynne McNeill! We are also joined by innumerable technical gremlins, as well as some obvious problems as Perry discovers that Mason has bulldozed the inside of his studio in order to look good on the video chat.Dr. McNeill offers up an immense amount of knowledge and insight, while Perry and Mason barely hold things together.In this episode:
Lynne's brilliant definition of folklore.
Misinformation, disinformation, media literacy, and the dark side of folkloric transmission.
How studying...
2023-05-2251 min
Digital FolkloreTell Me What You Remember (Defining Folklore)Tell Me What You Remember (Defining Folklore)We relive unseen events from earlier this season through the eyes of a mysterious patient and a rather insufferable doctor. It's a recap of what we've learned this season, without actually 're-capping' anything!In this episode:
Defining folklore and related concepts with Jeana Jorgenson.
We finally find out where Digby is!
The Gutenberg Parenthesis, explained by GennaRose Nethercott.
Doctor Sphynkyll is in this episode.
Perry & Mason talk behind-the-scenes at Digital Folklore!
Guests:
Jeana Jorgenson, author of Folklore 101.
GennaRose Nethercott...
2023-05-0847 min
8th Layer InsightsPostcards from the Intersection of Cybersecurity and FolkloreWelcome to season 4, episode 1 of 8th Layer Insights!On this episode, Perry speaks with Josiah Dykstra (Senior Fellow, Office of Innovation at the National Security Agency) about the new book he co-authored with Eugene Spafford and Leigh Metcalf. The book is titled Cybersecurity Myths and Misconceptions: Avoiding the Hazards and Pitfalls that Derail Us, This topic coincides well with Perry's recent studies into folklore and urban legends for his other podcast, Digital Folklore.Guests:
Josiah Dykstra (LinkedIn) (Twitter) (Website)
Chelsey Weber-Smith (LinkedIn) (Twitter) (Website)
Mason Amadeus (LinkedIn) (Twitter) (Website)
2023-04-2545 min
Digital FolkloreRitual, Exorcism, and Religion - Dr. Francis YoungPerry is all alone in a massive Airbnb...and he's beginning to suspect that something supernaturally disturbing has been following himself and Mason. After all of the strange events this season, perhaps there is a reason for them to be nervous...Perry makes a call to Dr Francis Young, an expert in the history of religion and belief. Francis shares his knowledge of religious history, exorcism practices, the 'chicken and egg' debate around ritual and religion, fandoms, the ways in which the internet affects the generation and archival of folklore, and so much more.
2023-04-2441 min
Digital FolkloreWhy is Old Tech Creepy? (Analog Horror, The Gothic & Hauntology)Why is Old Tech Creepy? (Analog Horror, The Gothic & Hauntology)Mason finds a mysterious VHS copy of Candle Cove. Not having a VCR, he heads to Perry's Airbnb mansion only to discover that Perry is also VCR-less. After a short debate, they hop into the FolksWagen and head to Todd's pawn shop. And that's where things get a bit strange...In this episode:
A dramatization of the Candle Cove creepypasta.
A discussion about Analog Horror and how it intersects with folklore.
The Carterhaugh School breaks down Gothic.
The term "hauntology" as...
2023-04-1054 min
Dashboard Diaries18 - Gonch With The Wind (w/ Digital Folklore)Can you believe it's been 50 years since the very real film Goncharov came out in very real movie theaters? We're celebrating the anniversary by bringing on the brilliant Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus from the podcast, Digital Folklore. We talk about how Tumblr created its own folk legend in inventing a movie whole cloth from a knock off shoe. Yes, you heard that right. A shoe. Listen to Digital Folklore here: https://digitalfolklore.fm Follow us on Tumblr at dashboarddiaries.tumblr.com to see the posts we talk about on this episode or email us at ...
2023-04-0749 min
Digital FolkloreThe Folklore of Live Action Roleplay (LARP) - Tara Marie ClapperDigby is at the 'vet', while Perry & Mason review a fascinating interview on LARP...After the tumultuous and ambiguous events at the end of the previous episode, Perry swings over to Mason's place again. The pair talk through that strange thing that happened with their RSS feed, some potential production decisions for the future of Digital Folklore, and also plan out their interview episode about Live Action Roleplay featuring Tara M. Clapper.There is so much more to LARP than fighting with foam weapons (although that in itself is extremely fun). It provides a safe...
2023-03-2737 min
Digital FolkloreSee for Yourself (Urban Legends, Ghost Tours, & Legend Tripping)See for YourselfPerry picks up Mason from his house at 4:00am (yes... four in the freaking morning) for a road trip out to the gravesite of Elijah Bond - inventor of the Ouija Board. On the way, they encounter quite a few remarkable folks with stories to tell...Content Warnings: Because of dynamically inserted ads, timestamps would be inaccurate. Here's how to avoid potentially triggering content:
Suffocation: in the Hoosac Tunnel story, when you hear us talk about the "Central Shaft", skip ahead ~4 minutes.
Racially motivated violence: When...
2023-03-131h 01Digital FolkloreFrom Cautionary Tales: The Mummy's CurseDisturbing the remains of the Egyptian Pharaohs is known to incur a deadly curse, so why did a team of archeologists still risk inciting the wrath of King Tutankhamun by entering his burial chamber? And how many of them met a premature end for their impudence?This episode comes to us from our friends at Pushkin Industries. It's a podcast we love called Cautionary Tales by Tim Harford. We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable life lessons, but these cautionary tales are for the education of the grown-ups — and they ar...
2023-03-1041 min
Digital FolkloreAn ARG Developer and Player Meet for the First Time - Niles Sankey & Matthew BlissPerry and Mason have lost time, but discover a mysterious tape...The gang discovers a mysterious canister in the trunk of Perry’s (new) car. It's a reel of tape, which turns out to be an interview that they did not conduct.Tune in as Matthew Bliss (prominent ARG solver of Asemblance) and Niles Sankey (game developer of Asemblance) meet each other for the first time!Niles dives deeper into his approach in creating the mysterious puzzles behind his game Asemblance, the experience of watching a community come together to solve it, and sh...
2023-02-2734 min
Digital FolkloreṬ̵̌H̸̑̕E̸̛̐ ̷̈́͘C̶̄̂L̴̓̓Ơ̴̒C̵̳̀K̷͑͝ ̵̎͑Ì̶̽S̶̄̏ ̶̀́Ť̶͆Ḯ̸̆C̶̪͝Ḱ̷̕Ĩ̴͛N̵̈́͝G̴̋͒.. / -. . . -.. / - --- / ... .... --- .-- / -.-- --- ..- / ... --- -- . - .... .. -. --. .-.-.- / -.- . . .--. / -.-- --- ..- .-. / . -.-- . ... / --- .--. . -. .-.-.- / -.-. .... . -.-. -.- / . ...- . .-. -.-- - .... .. -. --. .-.-.- / -.. --- -. .----. - / -.. .. ... .-. . --. .- .-. -.. / .- -. -.-- - .... .. -. --. .-.-.- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-02-2200 min
Digital FolkloreHidden Meanings (Haunted Videogames, ARGs, & Folk Groups)Hidden MeaningsYou never know what you might discover if you just #KeepYourEyesOpen. Perry and Mason venture into their local pawn shop where they meet the mysterious proprietor, Todd, as well as a handful of very interesting people who happen to all be connected...In this episode:
An opening story about a gamer who discovers their deceased father's ghost car and gets to race him again
A retelling of Ben Drowned, one of the most iconic creepypastas about a haunted copy of the classic N64 videogame Zelda: Majora's Mask.
An exploration of what constitutes...
2023-02-1356 min
Digital FolkloreMonsters and Mental Healthcare - Vivian Asimos & Kathleen HaleMonsters and Mental Healthcare - Vivian Asimos & Kathleen HaleThis is the first of our 'Folk' episodes, where we share longer excerpts from our interviews!We talk with Dr. Vivian Asimos about the importance of storytelling and narrative, what makes a monster significant, and a deeper analysis of how of Slenderman - and the circumstances around his creation - catapulted a legend into our collective consciousness.Then, we'll hear from author Kathleen Hale about her journey to uncover details around the Slenderman stabbings in Wisconsin, the surprising insights she gained about our juvenile...
2023-01-3045 min
Digital FolkloreThe Internet is The New Woods (Monsters, Ostension, & Moral Panics)The Internet is The New Woods (Monsters, Ostension, & Moral Panics)This episode introduces us to two "monsters" who were birthed on the internet, but couldn't be contained there. Their names are Slenderman and Momo, and they are great examples of a few key folkloric concepts. So join us as we take a look at Slenderman and Momo and learn about ostension, monster theory, moral panics, and the defining traits that make something folklore as opposed to just a simple online expression of creativity.Guests:
Dr. Vivian Asimos, author of Digital Monsters...
2023-01-1647 min
Digital FolkloreDigital Folklore -- Episode 1 Sneak PeekHey folks! We're excited to share with you a sneak peek of episode 1.This episode introduces us to two "monsters" who were birthed on the internet, but couldn't be contained there. Their names are Slenderman and Momo, and they are great examples of a few key folkloric concepts. So join us as we take a look at Slenderman and Momo and learn about ostension, monster theory, moral panics, and the defining traits that make something folklore as opposed to just a simple online expression of creativity.Guests appearing on...
2022-12-1210 min
Imaginary WorldsMonsters in the StaticIn the subgenre of analog horror, there’s something sinister or supernatural lurking in the horizontal lines and vertical holds in those old VHS tapes. Filmmaker Chris LaMartina explains why he wanted his movies WNUF Halloween Special and Out There Halloween Mega Tape to seem like live broadcasts taped off local TV news in the ‘80s and ‘90s. I talk with podcasters Perry Carpenter and Mason Amadeus from the show Digital Folklore about how The Internet became our new campfire to tell spooky stories. Plus, we hear from Alex Hera, director of the documentary The History of Analog Horror, and fo...
2022-12-0836 minDigital FolkloreIntroducing: Digital FolkloreCOMING JAN 2023. Monsters, memes, internet urban legends, conspiracies, viral crazes and how each holds up a mirror to the society from which they emerge.Digital Folklore is a fully immersive, sound designed podcast that uses storytelling, voice acting, interviews, and scripted narrative to analyze various expressions of internet culture - from scary stories to cat memes - through the lens of academic folklore. With topics ranging from the absurd to the unsettling, the Digital Folklore podcast is an accessible and entertaining way to learn about folkloric concepts and societal truths.Hosted by Perry Carpenter and...
2022-12-0103 min8th Layer InsightsAn Announcement, a Request, and How You Can Win Some $$$Please take the listener survey--->>> https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8LI_Survey
2022-05-1704 min
Total Movie RecallTMR 042 – Killer Klowns from Outer Space This week on Total Movie Recall, one man’s fun trash is another man’s not-fun trash. Steve gets typically indignant at Ryan’s casual, cruel dismissal of somebody’s labor of love, and Ryan reaches heretofore unplumbed depths of his warped psyche, exploring the lingering effects of watching movies like Killer Klowns at too tender of an age. This is what happens when a little boy lets teenage girls bully him into watching movies. Ryan’s therapist has her work cut out for her this week. Killer Klowns from Outer Space (1988) d. Stephen Ch...
2020-10-121h 44