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, 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!

This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss!

CHAPTERS

0:34: Introduction

11:49: Introducing Hysteria!

19:29: You’re in a hit horror show, are you a horror fan?

27:19: Wisdom and advice for the aspiring actor/actress

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find Aline O'Neill on social media:

IG: @alineoneill

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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, and more!

This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss!

CHAPTERS

0:34: Introduction To Danny Tse, Author of “Spiral: The Descension of Charis Cross”

14:34: The Complexity and Nuance of Characters and Storytelling

33:26: Optimism vs. Pessimism in Storytelling

45:48: Usurping tropes in Characters and Plot

1:00:00: Crafting Tension through Description

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find Danny Tse on social media:

IG: @danny.is.writing

Buy Spiral: The Descension of Charis Cross on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/Spiral-Descension-Charis-Danny-Tse/dp/B0CTYLVPP8

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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

0:34: Introduction to C.A. Serna and “A Therapy Session”

9:33: Why write horror stories?

20:18 Approaching short stories vs. a full-length novel

30:48: The writing process: from idea to created work

39:04: The writing process: favorite and least favorite aspects

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find C.A. Serna on social media:

IG: @c.a.serna.writes

Intro/Outro Music:

Soulsweeper by ItsWatR

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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 the viewer off-balance!

This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss!

CHAPTERS:

0:34: Introduction to Katie Hettenbach, the Comedian

6:21: Katie Afraidy, the show host and her love for horror

15:35: Least favorite and most favorite subgenres of horror movie

27:35: Jump scare vs psychological scares

30:25: The joys and anxieties of seeing horror movies in a theater

38:07: Best and worst horror of 2024

44:22: Hyping up your own creative work

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find "Katie Afraidy" on social media:

IG: @katieafraidy

Intro/Outro Music:

Soulsweeper by ItsWatR

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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’t want to miss!

CHAPTERS:

0:34: Introduction and the “Why” of Horror

15:25: M’s storytelling approach in “Chillers & Thrillers”

20:28: Maintaining your foundation as a show host

26:43: Recording with the listener in mind

32:45: Favorite paranormal stories to research

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find "Chillers & Thrillers" on social media:

IG: @chillerspodcast

Intro/Outro Music:

Soulsweeper by ItsWatR

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Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode!

In this episode, Will is joined by two special guests, Tyler and Charlie, co-hosts of one of the paranormal discussion podcasts out there, "Believing the Bizarre."

This one is a grab bag of topics, including co-host chemistry, handling critique and feedback, and more!

You won’t want to miss this episode when it drops!

CHAPTERS:

0:34: Introduction and “Are you a Believer or a Skeptic?”

12:24: Co-host chemistry and respect for each other

23:05: Re-recording and receiving criticism and feedback

39:35: Maintaining your “Brand Identity” and using social media

50:35: Closing Discussion

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find "Believing the Bizarre" on social media:

IG: @believingthebizarre

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Soulsweeper by ItsWatR

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Welcome to the first ever episode of "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode!

In this inaugural episode, Will is joined by special guest, Ayden Castellanos, storyteller/host of a terrific paranormal storytelling podcast, "Susto."

In this episode, we discuss the importance of storytelling in Hispanic cultural identity, remind listeners Hispanics are not monolithic, and show the nuance in The Boogeyman (El Cuco in Puerto Rico and El Cucuy in Mexico)!

This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss!

CHAPTERS:

0:34 - Introduction and the Meaning of "Susto"

8:51 - Do you scare easily?

14:06 - A reminder about Hispanic cultural diversity

22:08 - The importance of storytelling in Hispanic cultural identity

28:36 - El Cuco and El Cucuy (The Boogeyman in Puerto Rican and Mexican culture)

34:34 - Advice for aspiring podcasters

Find "Into the Darkness" on social media:

IG: @exploringhorrorpod

Find "Susto" on social media:

IG: @sustopodcast

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Welcome to “Into the Darkness” where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode. I’m your host, Will.

The horror community is filled with amazing and talented creators, actors/actresses, authors/storytellers, podcast hosts, paranormal investigators, horror movie fans, filmmakers, and more.

If you love horror, this is the place for you. If you want to explore the depths of horror culture, join me as we step into the darkness.

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