The Dark Mind Podcast

Mark Towse is a writer of short stories and novellas within the horror genre. He began writing at the age of 45 and has been published in over 200 anthologies and periodicals. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent collection of novellas "The Naughty Corner," as well as his upcoming first full-lenth novel "Chasing the Dragon." They discuss his writing process, mortality, bullying, and th...

Erin Louis is a former adult entertainer turned writer who began her career with nonfiction works, recounting her experiences as a stripper for over 20 years, as well as her involvement in the secular humanist community. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her recent novel "South of Heaven" and her latest work "Colleen." During their conversation, they delve into topics such as her Catholic upb...

Jack Wells is a writer of noir novels and gothic short stories. He brings a unique flair to these classical genres and a genuine feel by conducting meticulous research. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his new collection of short stories entitled "Jack of All Trades." The orchestral structure of the collection, the combination of "Jack the Ripper" and "The Modern Prometheus" into an envelopin...

Marie Lanza is a writer of short stories and novels, a former radio producer and personality on XM Satellite Radio, and currently a ghostwriter of biographies, thrillers, and everything in between. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her 4-book epic dystopian series “Fractured,” as well as her previous and upcoming work. They discuss her writing process, her upbringing as a child with parents i...

Tobin Elliott, a former English teacher and author, describes his works as "ugly stories about bad people doing horrible things." He has contributed multiple short stories to various anthologies and is the author of the six-book "Aphotic Series." Tobin joins Vince on the show to discuss "Bad Blood: The First Book of the Aphotic." Their conversation covers topics such as sociopathy, his writing pro...

Blaine Daigle is an author of folk horror, and a high school English teacher. He blew the minds of critics with his debut novel "The Broken Places," set in the Yukon, and has since shifted his storytelling to his native Louisiana. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his most recent novel, "A Dark Roux." They explore the myth and reality of Voodoo, the wild development of his characters, the expe...

Heather Daughrity an editor, writer, and book reviewer. She is the author of the novel "Knock, Knock," the short story collection "Tales My Grandmother Told Me," and has had short stories published in numerous anthologies. Marie Lanza is a writer of both novels and short stories. She is the author of the 4-book post-apocalyptic series "Fractured" and has had short stories published in numerous ant...

Clare Castleberry is a writer of horror and erotic fiction, and her work has appeared in numerous zines and anthologies. She also does voice-over work, produces her own locally-sourced honey, holds a Masters degree in Library and Information Science from Louisiana State University, and has written multiple novels in the genres of horror and femme-domme. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her r...

Red Lagoe is a novelist, short story writer, editor, amateur astronomer, artist, and the owner of Death Knell Press. She has authored three horror collections and has worked as a staff writer for Crystal Lake Publishing's "Still Water Bay" series. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her recent short story collection, "Impulses of a Necrotic Heart." Together, they delve into the inspiration and...

Garrett Godsey is an author of epic prose that defies the confines of genre.  He blends aspects of fantasy, sci-fi, and cyberpunk into a seamless and captivating tapestry of storytelling.  He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent novel, "The Rivener." They discuss Garrett's rough upbringing, his writing process, his psychedelic experience, and the parallels that the story shares...

Andrew Najberg is a poet and a writer of dark poetry and prose, who also teaches literature at the University of Tennessee. He incorporates theoretical physics, vivid imagination, and thorough research to create immersive worlds that captivate the reader. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his latest novel "Gollitok." They discuss "Gollitok's" historical basis, the attenuation of traditional ch...

Brandon Christensen a writer and director known for crafting films that delve into the chilling realms of demonic possession and the harrowing depths of insanity. His storytelling prowess and cinematic expertise produce films that are not just terrifying, but also remarkably captivating. He joins Vince on the show to talk about his recent film "The Puppetman" as well as his previous work "Z." They...

David Blair is a talented creative who wears multiple hats as a writer, director, and cabaret performer. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his debut novel, "Firebug," a riveting tale that explores the depths of the human psyche and the complexities of pyromania. They discuss the challenges of portraying addiction in literature, the process of building suspenseful narratives, and the significan...

N.J. Gallegos navigates the high-stakes world of emergency medicine by day and then ventures into the shadows, crafting dark tales that assault the psyche. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her latest work, “The Broken Heart,” in a conversation that is as darkly humorous as it is insightful. Website: https://njgallegos.com Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/22352302.N_J_Gallegos...

Kenneth Wenger is the senior director of research and innovation at Core Avi and CTO at Squint AI. His pioneering work at the nexus of AI and determinism challenges the boundaries of what's possible, making neural networks reliable and safe for critical systems. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his new non-fiction book, "Is the Algorithm Plotting Against Us?" where Wenger demystifies the intr...

Robert P. Ottone is the Bram Stoker Award-winning author of "The Triangle." Known for his terrifying narratives that often delve into transgressive territory, his works span the gamut from dystopian tales to suburban folk horror. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent novel, "The Vile Thing We Created." They talk about the birthing process, the "pop culture of parenthood," postpartum dep...

William F. Gray is an author known for his dark, supernatural horror that delves into the shadowy facets of humanity. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his latest book, "The Devil Within Us All." They delve into the symbolism behind the antagonist's appearance, vehicle, and the rules that govern him. They also touch upon his debut work and the cathartic process he underwent following his fathe...

Jennifer Reeder is a writer/director who is fearless in vision and evocative in storytelling.  She produces stunning visuals while weaving a narrative that's both hauntingly surreal and deeply human. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her newest film "Perpetrator," as well as her previous film "Night's End." They discuss her love of casting actors that are experienced in comedic improv fo...

Rebecca Jones-Howe is a writer known for her dark, gothic short stories. Rebecca's tales are steeped in shadow and intrigue, drawing readers into worlds where every whisper hides a secret and every corner might conceal a specter. These stories are not merely tales; they serve as windows into the human psyche, delving deep into our darkest fears, desires, and obsessions. She joins Vince on the show...

Andrew Adams is a writer who melds an array of genres, grim atmospheres, and psychological nuance in his collection of novels and short stories. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent novel, "Serial Publication," as well as his upcoming collection of short stories, "Symposium of the Reaper," the final installment in the Symposium trilogy. They discuss the public's fetishization of serial...

Briana Morgan, a prolific author specializing in dark, speculative fiction with a supernatural flair, masterfully blends elements of sci-fi, romance, legal thrillers, and police dramas—each imbued with rich psychological turmoil. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her latest novella, "The Reyes Incident." Their conversation explores a myriad of topics including her varied outlining processes,...

EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS Nico van den Brink is a Dutch filmmaker with a penchant for folk horror. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent film "Moloch." They discuss the obstacles he faced while shooting on location in a rural area, his research into the notorious Canaanite god Moloch, as well as the history of the folk tales that the movie was based upon. IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name...

Larry Fessenden is and underground filmmaker that founded and has been operating the independent film production company "Glass Eye Pix," since 1985. He writes, directs, and edits his films as well as starring in his seminal film "Habit. He is also an actor in films outside of his own with an extensive filmography. He joins Vince on the show to discuss recent film as actor, "Brooklyn 45," his rece...

Blaine Daigle is an English teacher, and a writer of folk horror, and southern gothic. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent work of folk horror entitled "The Broken Places," as well as his upcoming work "A Dark Roux." They discuss his choice of setting, the imagination and reality of the story, the calculated dread of southern gothic literature, and the pros and cons of book reviews. W...

Kealan Patrick Burke is a Bram Stoker award-winning author that crosses multiple subgenres of horror. He's also an actor, editor, screenwriter, and book cover designer. He joins Vince on the show do discuss his recent novella "Guests." They discuss his interest in the psychology of grief, his experience playing the lead in the dystopian film "Slime City Massacre," as well as his screenwriting, and...