Diving into the contrasts and evolution of monsters between their folklore origins and contemporary depictions in various media. Discussions center on film, video games, and literature.
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Cameron, Zak, and Leonard discuss formidable serial killers in two adaptations, Manhunter (1986), and Red Dragon (2002). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @zakjarvis.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Andy and Dave, to discuss the third film club double feature: Baba Yaga (1973), and All The Colors of The Dark (1972). Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social…
Cameron and Zak discuss ancient creatures of the land, in the film, Rawhead Rex. Also, they discuss the differences from the original Rawhead Rex tale, from Clive Barker's Books of Blood volume 3. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @zakjarvis.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron are joined once again by Zak, to discuss cops versus cultists within two films. 1978 (2024), and Baskin (2015.) Guests: Zak Jarvis Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, Cameron and Leonard are joined by Zak, to discuss the works of Joe Koch as seen through the lens of the film, Stranger by The Lake. Guests: Zak Jarvis Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron discuss Psychic Cats and dimension hopping Trolls, in the 1985 anthology film, Cat's Eye. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, Cameron and Leonard are joined by special guest Jess (aka Filthywizard) to discuss all manner of cryptid creatures! Jess Referenced Images: https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/cryptidz/images/5/5d/933a0f90ad5d6d217c62461a9d66f424-d31aakc.jpg/revision/latest?cb=20150608052726…
Dave is joined by author Zak Jarvis, to discuss another Acid Western, Keoma. Guests: Zak Jarvis Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron and Dave discuss bears of the DNA enhanced variety, in the film, Unnatural (2015). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by author Zak Jarvis, to discuss Acid Fiction in two sub-genres, Western and Fantasy. We cover the films: Django Kill (1967), and Conquest (1983). Guests: Zak Jarvis Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Kicking off Season 9, Dave is joined once again by special guests, Kerry and Nick of Dos Goats to discuss the first book in the Shadow of the Leviathan trilogy: The Tainted Cup Links: The Tainted Cup Dos Goats @dosgoatsfilms.bsky.social Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social
9th Anniversary Episode Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the second film club double feature: Flying Dagger (1969), and The Fugitive (1972). Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron discuss the power inherent in life and death through the lens of two films: Hellbender (2021), and Mother of Flies (2025). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron discuss aliens, and world ending scenarios, in the films: Save the Green Planet (2003), and Bugonia (2025). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the first film club double feature: Without Warning (1980), and Predator (1987). Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social…
Dave is joined by special guests, Kerry and Nick of Dos Goats to discuss their most recent film, Suffer (2025). Links: Dos Goats @dosgoatsfilms.bsky.social Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by returning special guests, Jason White, and Jack Finn. The topic this time is the 2014 film, Exists. Sasquatch and Revenge, who would have put the two together. Let's find out! Links: Jason White @therealjackfinn.bsky.social [Jack Finn]( www.therealjackfinn.com ) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social…
Cameron and Leonard discuss generational hauntings, and dog stars, in the film, Good Boy (2025). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by special guest, author Dani Finn, to discuss their work, as well as genre topics. Links: Dani Finn Dani's suggested author list: Maria Ying Vyria Durav Rien Gray Ennis Rook Grace Draven Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron discuss magic, sympathetic or otherwise, and the film, Weapons. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron and Dave discuss terrible vacation stays, and reluctant offspring in the 2024 film, Cuckoo. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave and Leonard are joined by special guest, author Daniel Braum, to discuss the 1979 film, Nosferatu the Vampyre. Links: Daniel Braum Creatures of Liminal Space Use the code CREATURES30 at checkout gives an exclusive 30 percent off till end of December direct from publisher. Daniel's latest book just came out in November, from acclaimed small press publisher Cemetery Dance: Phantom…
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the 1974 film, Almost Human. Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave and Cameron are joined by special guest, author and fellow podcaster, Jason White, to discuss Sasquatch. As well as his horror anthology centered on the cryptid in question. Honorable Mentions: Big Legend (2021) Exists (2014) The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot (2018) Links: Jason White Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social…
Cameron and Dave are joined by special guest JR, to discuss Kuchisake-onna, aka The Slit-mouth Woman. Guest: @jrbolt.bsky.social Notes: Senritsu Kaiki File Kowasugi 01 - Operation Capture The Slit Mouthed Woman Even If You Slit My Mouth - Manga Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the 1968 film, Red Peony Gambler / Hibotan Bakuto [緋牡丹博徒]. Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron and Dave discuss island cuisine, and murderous fishfolk in the 2024 film, Monster Island. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the 1988 film, Tiger on Beat. Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave and Cameron are joined by special guest, author Jack Finn, to discuss werewolves. As well as his two horror books centered on the creatures in question. Honorable Mention: The film, Saloum (2021). Links: @therealjackfinn.bsky.social [Jack Finn]( www.therealjackfinn.com ) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social…
Dave is joined by returning guest, author Matt Rogerson, to discuss the 1972 film, Don't Torture a Duckling. Darkest Margins Crowdfunder Matt Rogerson on Instagram The Vatican Versus Horror Movies Fulci's Inferno Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard, Dave, and Cameron discuss various crimes committed in the film, Timecrimes (2007). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron and Leonard discuss Yeti, Aliens, and more puppetry in the film, The Primevals (2023). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave is joined by Clinton, and Andy, to discuss the 1991 film, Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky (力王) Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, and Leonard discuss the short story, "--30--," written by Laird Barron, as well as the film adaptation, "They Remain." "--30--," was originally printed in the collection, "Occultation and Other Stories." 2010. Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @Drfaustisdead @night_twitten @sentionaut_plus
Dave is joined by Clinton, Dave, and Andy, to discuss the 1983 film, The Boxer's Omen Guests: [Dave](@cinemastrikesback.bsky.social) [Clinton](@puritythrufire.bsky.social) [Andy](@wonggifs.bsky.social) Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard and Cameron discuss puppet terror in the 2024 film, The Rule of Jenny Pen. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron, Dave, and Leonard, discuss generational trauma, and bargains with the Fair Folk of Ireland, in the 2024 film, Fréwaka. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, and Cameron discuss strange creatures in the film, The Arbors (2021). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard, and Cameron discuss even stronger cursed artifacts in the film, The Monkey (2025). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron and Dave discuss hybrid vampires and old gods in the film, The Lair of the White Worm (1988). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard, Dave, and Cameron discuss the power of cursed artifacts for exacting revenge in the film, Oddity (2024). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, Cameron, and Leonard, discuss the wisdom of digging up ancient artifacts in the film, Black Mountain Side (2014). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron, and Dave discuss the merits of living on a post apocalyptic farm in the film, Arcadian (2024). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Leonard, Dave, and Cameron, discuss the intricacies of demonic birth in the Argentinian film, When Evil Lurks (2023). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, Leonard, and Cameron, discuss mischevous and bloodthirsty goblins in the film, Unwelcome (2023). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron, Dave, and Leonard, wrap up discussion of the Elden Ring DLC. In this final episode we meet a returning boss, and Miquella the Kind. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Dave, Cameron, and Leonard, continue discussion of the Elden Ring DLC. In this penultimate episode, we meet Igon, the shining star of this DLC. Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social
Cameron, and Leonard discuss more blood sucking puppets, and the film, The Vourdalak (2023). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @Drfaustisdead @night_twitten @sentionaut_plus
Cameron, and Leonard return to discuss Djinn from another region of the globe, in the Senegalese film, Saloum (2021). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @Drfaustisdead @night_twitten @sentionaut_plus
