Fireheart Media

Monster Dear Monster

Society EN ↓ 344 episodes

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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Episode 341: Summoner of All Cats [Trolls] 15.06.2026 1:10:01

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

Episode 340: Yowie Cream and Cakes [Cryptids] 31.05.2026 1:01:01

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 https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/cryptidz/images/c/c1/Dagybut-ce8c6884-a587-46af-8a07-5842b23e6384.png/revision/latest?...

Episode 339: MDM Presents: Keoma 18.05.2026 1:16:32

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

Episode 338: Slo-mo Bear Chase [Mutants] 10.05.2026 53:40

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

Episode 337: MDM Presents: Django Kill / Conquest 26.04.2026 2:31:11

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

Episode 336: The Tainted Cup [Sea monsters] 19.04.2026 1:09:39

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

Episode 335: Anniversary Episode: Boganville 07.04.2026 1:45:49

9th Anniversary Episode Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @theuglymachine.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social

Episode 334: MDM Presents: Flying Dagger / The Fugitive 22.03.2026 1:18:45

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

Episode 333: Nothing Scarier Than Skeletons Casting Spells [Witches] 18.03.2026 1:58:50

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

Episode 332: Ah My Telepathic Hairs [Aliens] 16.02.2026 2:04:11

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

Episode 331: MDM Presents: Without Warning / Predator 12.02.2026 1:35:38

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 @swarbie.bsky.so...

Episode 330: Interview - Dos Goats [Suffer, 2025] 07.02.2026 57:45

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

Episode 329: MDM Presents: Exists [Cryptids] 02.02.2026 1:04:51

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 @theuglymachin...

Episode 328: Good Boy [Ghosts] 25.01.2026 48:53

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

Episode 327: Interview - Dani Finn 12.01.2026 1:04:31

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

Episode 326: Fairytale Witch Embarrasses Local Police Department [Witches] 30.12.2025 2:25:32

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

Episode 325: The Devil's Trill [Changelings] 15.12.2025 1:29:16

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

Episode 324: MDM Presents: Nosferatu The Vampyre 07.12.2025 1:26:19

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 Constellation...

Episode 323: MDM Presents: Almost Human 17.11.2025 1:07:16

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

Episode 322: Interview - Jason White 09.11.2025 1:25:44

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 @drfaustisdead.bsk...

Episode 321: Kuchisake-Onna [Urban Folklore] 28.10.2025 1:08:53

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

Episode 320: MDM Presents: Red Peony Gambler 11.10.2025 1:17:01

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

Episode 319: Fishman Gonna Flex on Ya [Merfolk] 06.10.2025 1:15:07

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

Episode 318: MDM Presents: Tiger on Beat 24.09.2025 59:21

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

Episode 317: Interview - Jack Finn 20.09.2025 1:02:16

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 @theuglymachine.bs...