Episode Timeline

**2:12-40:42 – StokerVerse and Bram Stoker’s Dracula with Chris McAuley

**40:42-58:26 – Salem’s Lot

**58:27-end – Midnight Mass  

From the gothic castles of Transylvania to the sleepy towns of Maine, vampires have captivated our imaginations for centuries. In this episode of Horror Joy, we'll explore the evolution of the vampire mythos, from Bram Stoker's iconic Dracula to modern interpretations like Salem's Lot and Midnight Mass.

We'll discuss:

• The Vampire's Enduring Appeal: Why this ancient creature continues to fascinate us.
• Dracula's Dark Legacy: The cultural impact of Stoker's masterpiece and its influence on subsequent vampire stories.
• Small-Town Horror: How Salem's Lot reimagines the vampire myth for a suburban American setting.
• Faith, Fear, and the Undead: The religious undertones of Midnight Mass and its exploration of community and belief.

Join us as we explore the creaking coffins of vampiric narratives. Make sure to bring along your best silver and your favorite stake. But keep an eye on the horizon, lest we let the sun go down before we’re done.

StokerVerse

Jacques Lacan

Virtue Ethics

Dracula and colonialism

The Dark Tower Series  

It

Stephen King

Bram Stoker

Dracula

Midnight Mass