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Monster Dear Monster

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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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Episodes

Episode 349: Beads on the String of Slithis [Mutants] 22.09.2026 1:00:41

Zak, Cameron, and Dave discuss mutants in the film, Slithis (1978). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @zakjarvis.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social

Episode 347: Unformed Thomas Jane [Killer Robots] 14.09.2026 1:08:38

Dave and Zak discuss deadly cyborgs from the far flung future of 2027, in the film, Nemesis (1992). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @zakjarvis.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social

Episode 348: One Cut of the Dead [Zombies] 14.09.2026 51:58

Cameron and Zak discuss zombies within zombies in the film, One Cut of the Dead (2017). Music by Jake Lionheart Contact: www.monsterdear.monster @senplus.bsky.social @drfaustisdead.bsky.social @zakjarvis.bsky.social @swarbie.bsky.social

Episode 346: Michael Mannhunter vs Mr. Bean [Serial Killers] 24.08.2026 1:32:26

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

Episode 345: MDM Presents: Baba Yaga/All The Colors of The Dark 17.08.2026 1:08:19

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 @zakjarvis.bsk...

Episode 344: King of the Land [Beast] 08.08.2026 1:00:42

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

Episode 343: Unlock Your Mind Palace [Demons] 04.08.2026 1:34:33

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

Episode 342: Stranger by The Lake & the Works of Joe Koch [Weird Tales] 19.07.2026 1:50:43

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

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