Into the Darkness: Exploring Horror

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Caitlin Grant, host of the terrific horror movie podcast, "Plug It Up!" In this episode, we discuss monstrous motherhood and feminine rage, pay homage to a few terrific FMC performances, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guests, Gina and Kathryn, co-hosts of a terrific podcast, "I Scream, You Scream." In this episode, we discuss everything related to paranormal podcasting--including the joys and struggles of hosting a new show, haunted houses, researching for an episode, and more!...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Shelby Novak, host of one of my all-time favorite podcasts, Scare You to Sleep! In this episode, we discuss Shelby's journey in horror podcasting, her influences, handling criticism, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Fi...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, V.S. Lawrence, author of a terrific horror novel, 80's Ghosts AND THE UPCOMING NOVEL, With Friends Like These (which releases on April 15, 2025)! In this episode, we discuss everything V.S' journey into horror writing, her influences, publishing, and her up...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Amanda, co-host of a terrific (and one of my favorite) podcast--Drinking the Koolaid! In this episode, we discuss everything related to paranormal podcasting--including favorite and least favorite stories to tell (cryptids!), her spooky origin story, and mo...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Anastasia Garcia, author of the "Frights to Tell at Night" book series for young readers. In this episode, we discuss writing for a younger audience, global influences and folklore in horror writing, Anastasia's horror influences growing up, and more! This...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Tara Marie, co-host of two terrific shows--3 Spooked Girls, and Social Seance Society! In this episode, we discuss everything related to true crime--ethical research and storytelling, centering victims, avoiding exploitation in true crime podcasting, and mo...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Erika Wurth, author of the soon-to-be-released novel, "The Haunting of Room 904"! I had a chance to read this a few months ago, and it is a terrific story! In this episode, we discuss writing with the reader in mind, the priority of diversity in storytellin...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Shawn Brooks, author of a terrific Japanese folk horror novel, "Under the Amber Wave" In this episode, we discuss Japanese folk horror, the joy of writing, Shawn's writing process, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! CHAP...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Josh Bell, host of a terrific horror movie review podcast, "Real Reel Talk - Horror." In this episode, we discuss the impact of slashers in the horror genre, the influence of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and the state of modern horror movies! This was a ter...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Will, a paranormal investigator and founder of WTCW Paranormal! In this episode, we explore all things paranormal investigating, including documenting evidence of the paranormal, the truth about ghost-hunting equipment, and his scariest investigation! This...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Isaac, a paranormal investigator and show host of "Hidden in the Shadows Paranormal"! In this episode, we explore all things paranormal investigating, including Isaac's approach to PI and his history with the paranormal! This was a terrific conversation tha...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Jonathan Wickremasinghe-Kuhn, an aspiring screenwriter! In this episode, we explore all things screenwriting including the challenges of screenwriting, the allure of horror, and Jonathan's dream project! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Sydney, host of the terrific "Hello, Sidney" Podcast and NEW co-host of "Knight Light" Podcast! In this episode, we explore solo-hosting a horror movie review podcast, discuss the recent Halloween trilogy, the impact of “Psycho,” and more! This was a terrif...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Jesse, host of "Cult Cinema Circle"! In this episode, we explore cult horror films, discuss the classic 80s cult horror class, "Night of the Demons," and show appreciation for practical effects/makeup vs CGI! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guests, Matt and Hannah, co-hosts of one of my favorite horror movie podcasts, "Horror Hour with the Hanna's"! In this episode, we explore mental health depictions in horror films, specifically in Smile and Smile 2! Do horror movies do a good job of depicting ment...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Nick Roberts, author of a terrific (and truly scary) novel, "The Exorcist's House"! In this episode, they explore Nick's writing influences, how to build tension in your writing, handling criticism and critique, and more! This was a terrific conversation th...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Natalia Rose Wolfman, author of "The Woods", which she published in 2019 when she was just 16 years old! In this episode, they explore publishing at a young age, ageism and diversity in the publishing industry, and the pros and cons of traditional vs. self-...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Alfonso Zavala, a horror movie aficionado, who has an interesting and compelling theory regarding horror icon Michael Myers! In this episode, Alfonso explains the importance of guardianship in horror, and more specifically how a certain character in the Hal...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Courtney Reece, host of a terrific new show, Jaunty Haunts! In this episode, Courtney tells listeners about her unique ability to see ghosts, how she discovered she could see them, and offers some helpful tips to help exorcise the ghosts from Will's (very)...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Aline O'Neill, who plays Tonya in a terrific horror show, Hysteria! (streaming now on Peacock). In this episode, we explore Aline's journey to becoming an actress, her experience on Hysteria!, and gain some helpful wisdom for the aspiring actor/actress! Thi...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Danny Tse, author of a terrific psychological thriller/zombie apocalypse horror novel, Spiral: The Descension of Charis Cross. In this episode, we explore the complexity and nuance of characters and storytelling, usurping tropes and hero/villain archetypes,...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, C.A. Serna, author of a terrific short horror story--and soon-to-be-released full-length novel! In this episode, we discuss our horror influences, reasons why we love horror, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! CHAPTERS 0...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Katie Hettenbach, host of one of the best (and funniest) horror movie podcasts, "Katie Afraidy"! In this episode, we discuss the artistry of horror movies, our favorite (and least favorite) horror sub-genres, and the effectiveness of jump scares vs. keeping...

Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, M, storyteller/host of a terrific paranormal storytelling podcast, "Chillers & Thrillers"! In this episode, we discuss our respective approaches to storytelling, the importance of cultural sensitivity, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won...