Laurent Ohmansiek / The Vegan Satanist

The Vegan Satanist Podcast

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The Vegan Satanist Podcast explores horror cinema, philosophy and culture through conversations with filmmakers, musicians, writers and scholars. Host Laurent Ohmansiek speaks with artists and thinkers about the darker side of storytelling – from occult themes in film history to cult cinema, exploitation films, horror fandom and the philosophy behind the genre. Featuring guests from the worlds of film, music and academia, this podcast dives deep into the cultural power of horror and the strange fascination humanity has always had with monsters, the devil and the unknown. New episodes every Tue...

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Laurent Ohmansiek / The Vegan Satanist

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The Satanic Screen: Beyond Horror Cinema | Nikolas Schreck 28.04.2026 1:14:18

In this episode of THE VEGAN SATANIST, Laurent is joined by author, filmmaker and cultural commentator Nikolas Schreck for a deep conversation about cinema, fear and the ever changing image of the devil. Together they explore Schreck’s acclaimed book The Satanic Screen, discussing how film history shaped society’s understanding of Satanism, evil and moral panic. From silent cinema to modern horror...

Editing Horror & Making Satanic Hispanics | Mike Mendez 21.04.2026 1:09:06

In this episode of The Vegan Satanist, Laurent is joined by filmmaker Mike Mendez, director of cult favorites such as The Convent, Big Ass Spider! and Satanic Hispanics. The conversation dives deep into the craft of horror filmmaking — especially the often overlooked art of editing. Mike shares insights from his career as both director and editor, explaining how editing shapes tension, rhythm and...

Horror Journalism, Fandom & Women in Horror | Jessica Dwyer 14.04.2026 1:18:35

In this episode of The Vegan Satanist, Laurent is joined by writer, journalist and horror commentator Jessica Dwyer. Known for her work with Fangirl Magazine and HorrorHound, Jessica shares how growing up as an outsider and horror fan shaped her journey into journalism and storytelling. But this conversation goes far beyond personal history. Together they explore the deeper meaning of horror cultu...

Why Physical Media Still Matters | Ryan Verrill 07.04.2026 1:29:43

In this episode of The Vegan Satanist, Laurent speaks with film collector, content creator and cinephile Ryan Verrill. Their conversation explores a topic that has become increasingly important for film lovers: the future of physical media. Ryan shares how his passion for cinema developed and why collecting Blu-rays and DVDs became more than just a hobby — it became a way to preserve film history,...

Horror, Silent Cinema & Artistic Passion | Argyle Goolsby 31.03.2026 1:34:09

In this episode of The Vegan Satanist, Laurent is joined by musician, artist and horror storyteller Argyle Goolsby. Known for his work in horror punk and dark storytelling, Argyle shares how his fascination with monsters, silent cinema and classic horror shaped his creative world. But this conversation goes far beyond music. Together they explore the roots of horror culture – from early monster fi...

The Devil in Horror Cinema | Dr. Steve Haberman 24.03.2026 1:25:16

For the first English episode of The Vegan Satanist, host Laurent welcomes film historian, author and screenwriter Dr. Steve Haberman for an in-depth conversation about Satanism, evil, and the history of horror cinema. Together they explore how filmmakers have portrayed the Devil and occult themes from the earliest days of cinema to modern horror. The discussion travels through classic films such...