It's Always Halloween

Today I sit down with screenwriter and author Julian David Stone to discuss his newest historical fiction novel, It’s Alive! Steeped in research, this book explores the wild days leading up to the production of Universal’s Frankenstein (1931). We discuss Universal Monsters, the lasting impact of Frankenstein, how to write creatively about history, and of course, we touch on some Halloween memories. All that plus I sew in all your most monstrous EEEEKmails to make the perfect episode! Now I know what it feels like to be God!

*Note: I misrepresented Murderbot Diaries on the air as a TV series when in fact it is a book series you can learn more about here!

Also mentioned on this episode:

Thomas Edison's Frankenstein (1910)

This is Your Life: Boris Karloff

Showgirl in Hollywood (1930)

Jack Pierce — Forgotten Make-up Genius - American Cinematheque

GERMAN EXPRESSIONISM AND THE BIRTH OF AMERICAN HORROR

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Join Lucé for a short post-calendar Halloween update, and be sure to check out co-producer Pete's newest (and gayest) LP Her April, wherever good music is found!

Her April on Spotify

Her April on Apple Music

Her April on Amazon Music

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Today we sit down with Sleepy Hollow expert Clark Silva. Silva curated the art exhibit Legend: 200 Years of Sleepy Hollow, a popular show in Southern California in 2021. We discuss the history and connection of Halloween to this timeless tale and explore what makes it such a beloved classic. We also take EEEEkmails filled with Headless Horseman-themed memories and recommendations!

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Check out his newest exhibit:  HOUDINI UNCHAINED: THE LEGACY OF HARRY HOUDINI

It's a Charming Life: Sleepy Hollow Tour

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Today we get some updates from Lanterns featured on recent episodes as well as some updates from IAH headquarters!

Watch Deleana's Halloween Night!

November's Tricks and Treats on Patreon

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Lanterns, how are you holding up after 10/31? If you need a soothing balm, you'll love today's episode! We hear how a couple of Lanterns spent Halloweekend and what activities made their October special. But the party isn't over! This episode is filled with ideas to keep your fall moody and atmospheric no matter what hour your clock strikes!

Mentioned on this episode:

November Patreon Events

Whitby Goth Weekend

The October Game by Ray Bradbury

The Stanley Hotel

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Today we celebrate the thinning of the veil with stories, recommendations, and frights from all over the world. This is our biggest Lantern contribution episode yet! I hope this episode brings you a whole pillowcase full of Halloween joy today. I can't wait to hear how to celebrate!

Mentioned in the episode:

The Lantern's Way

Kia Creates

Anything Can Happen on Halloween

Eban Schletter's Witching Hour

The Witches of Pennbrook

We love Corn Kid!

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Today I sit down to discuss all aspects of Halloween Costumes with Emma Cogan, a horror-focused filmmaker, costume designer, art director, and co-creator of the queer-feminist horror collective Monstrous Femme Films. With a penchant for surreal, retro, and technicolor visuals, Emma’s work utilizes stylized genre film as a backdrop for exploring the twisted side of the human condition- juxtaposing camp with the macabre.

After the interview, Emma and Lucé dive into all the costume-related EEEEKmails.

Watch: Emma's films!

Follow: Emma @matzoballemma on Instagram and Twitter

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Read: There’s A Reason Why Queer Folks Love Halloween So Much by Tyler Curry

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Today, we suffer some frightening audio glitches and pivot to reading the haunting short(ish) story 1408 by Stephen King.

You can read along with a sneaky free copy of it here.

The Lantern's Way started shipping (via owl of course) this week! Keep those peepers on your mailboxes and please share pictures when they arrive! The zine will be available indefinitely, so if you haven't ordered yet, don't panic! But if you want to get it by the 31st get your order in asap!

Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to [email protected]

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Today's episode is your gateway to creating the most shriek-worthy Halloween playlist in your neighborhood. We read multiple EEEEKmails from Lanterns who want to share their favorite Halloween songs and musical memories with you!

Pump up the jams:

October Movie Parties: Mid-Century Horror

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No Such Thing as Normal by The Landing

IAH Outro Musicbox Music

Atalissa's Collaborative Halloween Playlist

October Country by The Long Losts

Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Wererabbit Score

Sheryl's Halloweenish Playlist

The Yule Lads Halloween Album

Do you have a Halloween query or memory you want to share? Call the All Hallows Hotline at (802) 532-Dead! Or you can write an eeeekmail to [email protected]

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