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Healthy Fears

Johnny Compton

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Hosted by horror author Johnny Compton (THE SPITE HOUSE, releasing Feb 7 2023), Healthy Fears is a unique horror-discussion podcast that goes beyond reviewing horror in fiction. Each episode focuses on a specific fear and examines potential benefits, detriments, or both of said fear, while examining how it is featured in film, literature, television, lore and more. For sources, music licensing information and more, visit HealthyFears.com. For more about me as an author, visit JohnnyCompton.c ...
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Join your intrepid host, Vincent Midgard, as he interviews writers and filmmakers who produce works in dark literature and film, including horror, noir, gothic, as well as nonfiction and documentaries on dark subject matter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Blood Good Reads is a flag ship podcast from Bloody Good Screen where host Mark Goddard interviews amazing horror authors and invites them to talk about three books they love. The podcast will also delve in to the careers of the authors to find what makes them the writers they are today. We also host the Movie Club podcast aswell. Follow us over on Twitter @bloodygoodreads Any suggestions of authors you would like to hear on the show? email us:bloodygoodreads@hotmail.co.uk ‘RSSVERIFY’
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My Horror Confessional

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Each week in the Confessional we'll have a guest on who will confess to not having seen a classic horror movie. Join me as we discuss the movie, why they hadn't seen it, what their history with horror is and other topics. If, at the end of the show, I feel as if they have truly repented I will absolve them of their horror sin. Join me every week and let's geek out on the movies we love!
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Send us a text Returning to the podcast this week is podcaster and the author of the amazing The Spite House Johnny Compton as we catch up on life after his debut novel, the brand new book Devils Kill Devils and his new podcast. PLUS Johnny picks another three Bloody Good Reads Order your copy of Devils Kill Devils HERE UK Order your copy of Devils…
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Johnny Compton is a writer whose name is synonymous with spine-chilling tales and haunting narratives.He's a Stoker award-nominee and he joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent novel "Devils Kill Devils." Website: https://johnnycompton.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/comptonwrites/?hl=enX:https://x.com/comptonwrites?lang=enSubstack:ht…
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Samuel Hurley is a poet who transforms the written word into immersive soundscapes through the medium of video. He has become an Instagram sensation, and he joins Vince on the show to discuss his debut poetry collection, "An Anthem for the Dreaming Lost." They explore his belief in romanticism and the inspiration behind his poetry, the importance o…
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Send us a text The summer special is here and as always Mark let the team pick three summer feeling films to break up the horror fun. This month Mark get tortured by Marcus' favourite film Mamma Mia, Niall shows his adventurous side with National Treasure and Taz keeps the horror train going with Jaws. The team also share there thoughts on some res…
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This week: O.O. Sangoyomi (Masquerade) and Rita Woods (The Last Dreamwalker) talk with host Drew Broussard about unearthing histories and making them reverberate, blurring genre distinctions, and the relationships between mothers and children in both life and fiction. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted b…
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Mike Thorn is a writer of dark fiction that deals with themes of addiction, obsession, dysfunctional families, and the blurred lines between the supernatural and psychological.He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent novel "Shelter For The Damned." They discuss the themes and inspirations behind the book, including the exploration of the Ju…
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This week: Suyi Davies Okungbowa (Lost Ark Dreaming) and Brenda Peynado (Time's Agent) talk with host Drew Broussard about bleak futures, grounding stories in the present, and what it means to have hope in strange times. ** Tor Presents: Voyage into Genre is a co-production with Lit Hub Radio Hosted by Drew Broussard Audio engineering + production …
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Megan Stockton is an indie author known for her ability to craft dystopian, horror, thriller, and science fiction/fantasy novels that are as raw and brutal as they are thought-provoking and cinematic. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her recent novel, "Lovely, Dark, and Deep." They talk about her experiences making movies with her husband, wr…
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Send us a text Bloody Good Reads returns! This week on the podcast Mark is joined by Shirley Jackson Award Founding board member and author Sarah Langan to talk about her amazing new book A Better World, Why Mark now has a murderous Goose Plush and OF COURSE Sarah's three BLOODY GOOD READS sarahlangan.com BUY A Better World NOW US BUY A Better Worl…
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Brad Ricks is an author who began reading Stephen King and Edgar Allan Poe while writing short stories as a young man that grossed his friends out. Despite the responsibilities of adulthood, his creative spirit never wavered. From learning to play guitar to writing a musical, Brad has now taken on the art of the full-length novel. He joins Vince on…
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The voyage continues! Another season of Voyage into Genre kicks off with a refreshed format—so make a little more room on the ship, as we welcome two authors at once! Ananda Lima (Craft: Stories I Wrote For the Devil) and L.M. Sagas (Cascade Failure + Gravity Lost) talk with host Drew Broussard about embracing genre, the political importance of gen…
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Heather Levy is an acclaimed author and Oklahoma native. Her work has been featured in numerous prestigious journals and publications, including CrimeReads and NAILED Magazine and her work has garnered praise from major outlets like The New York Times and the Los Angeles Times for its spellbinding narrative at the intersection of power, desire, and…
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It's another episode of "Dark Mind Radio," where Vince chats with talented writers and filmmakers over the phone while playing some dark EDM. This episode's callers are Christa Carmen, author of "The Daughters of Block Island"; Jack Moody, author of "The Absence of Death"; and Merrill David, author of "Glock Lollipop." Christa Carmen Website: https…
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David Sodergren is a horror author of over eight novels. His lifelong fascination with the macabre began in childhood, marked by his collection of rubber skeletons and a deep love for horror movies. This passion seamlessly transitioned into his career as a horror writer. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his latest novel, "Rotten Tommy." They d…
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Andrew Adams is the author behind the captivating horror anthology series "Symposium of the Reaper." Transitioning from filmmaking to writing, Andrew brings a unique blend of dark humor, murder, and paranormal activities to his stories, creating a true rollercoaster experience for his readers. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his latest novel,…
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Send us a text The original Screen Team are back and this month Mark has left it to the team to pick the films as the team review Black Phone, Kung Fury and The Day of the Beast. The team also share their recent film and TV watches. Support the Show. === A HUGE THANK YOU to our sponsor Abominable Book Club Get 10% off your first box at abominablebo…
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Chris Harrison is the talented writer behind the “Crooked Tales” series. Born in North London, Chris studied Film at Middlesex University, where he nurtured his fascination with storytelling and delved into the depths of literary and cinematic horror. He joins Vince on the show to discuss the first book of the series, which is also his debut YA nov…
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For over a decade, Cameron Gallagher has been crafting stories that captivate and resonate with audiences, starting from humble beginnings with a VHS camcorder to creating award-winning short films. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent short film entitled "It Visits Me." They discuss his screenwriting process, the architecture of the ju…
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Send us a text The Screen Team are away which means we have a new line up for June! This month Mark is joined by extreme reviewer Kiera Tomasino and Horror Author and podcaster Hunter Shea to talk about the trunk based thriller The Girl In The Trunk and manhunt thriller New Life. Kiera also shares her Bloody Good Screens and Reads for the first tim…
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Clare Castleberry is a writer of femme domme erotica, southern gothic, and transgressive horror. She has an MLIS from Louisiana State University and a background in I.T. She joins Vince on his show to discuss her recent collection of short fiction entitled "Dark Feminine Energy: Tales of Vengeance." They discuss their childhood experiences with the…
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The first-ever Voyage into Genre live tour is in the books—and what a tour it was! Intrepid authors Andrea Hairston, Veronica Roth, Rebecca Thorne, and Nghi Vo spent a whirlwind week traveling from Seattle to New York with stops every night along the way. We're pleased to share excerpts from their tour kick-off at Third Place Books (with TJ Klune m…
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Kristopher Rufty is one of the O.G. splatterpunks, having written over 20 novels. His notable works include “All Will Die,” “The Devoured and the Dead,” “Desolation,” “The Lurkers,” and “Pillowface.” He is lauded for his ability to seamlessly blend horror with the everyday and continues to maintain a prolific output. He joins Vince on the show to d…
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Blaine Daigle is a writer of folk horror and southern gothic horror. By day, he educates young minds as a high school English teacher, but by night, he immerses himself in the eerie tales and fears that shape our world. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his latest work entitled, "A Dark and Endless Sea." They delve into the dangers of the Berin…
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Daniel J. Volpe is the splatterpunk maestro behind "Talia" and "Left to You." He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent work"'Through the Eyes of Desperation: The Black Version," and his latest work "For the Better." They discuss the backstory of "Shadows Casino," the sordid psychology of "The Black Widow," the minutiae of the morally gray c…
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This week I'm joined in The Confessional by Mikey P, a creator who focuses on Latin American films with a social justice lens in the horror genre. He has a column at Dread Central titled Horror en Espanol and releases horror and Latin culture content on his TikTok. We delve into the darkly comic world of 1960's Mexican cinema with "El Esqueleto de …
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Send us a text In space no one can you scream.... This week on the podcast Mark chats to Sci-Fi horror author S.A Barnes about her brand new book Ghost Station, her earlier YA work and OF COURSE her three Bloody Good Reads Buy GHOST STATION on Amazon UK HERE or US HERE Follow the amazing work of S.A Barnes on her website HERE Support the Show. === …
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Ligia Cushman is a Dominican-American writer who explores themes of romance, betrayal, and magick through narratives centered on women of color, defying traditional fantasy tropes while offering a refreshing perspective in the genre. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her first work in the Mose Chronicles "Rise of a Dark Throne." They discuss t…
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Send us a text The Screen Team are back with more horror movie goodness. This month Mark and the team review Mexican Horror/drama The Coffee Table and Shudder exclusive PG: Psycho Goreman. We also find our what the team have watched this month. Support the Show. === A HUGE THANK YOU to our sponsor Abominable Book Club Get 10% off your first box at …
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Wrath James White is a name synonymous with visceral horror and unflinching narratives. Formerly a world-class heavyweight kickboxer and a master of martial arts, Wrath has transitioned from physical battles in the ring to the psychological skirmishes on the page, crafting stories that push the boundaries of horror literature. He joins Vince on the…
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This week in The Confessional we are joined by Dr. Kent, a real honest to Satan Veterinarian as we discuss 1971's Willard. Brace yourself for a swarm of shivers as we dissect this cult classic about a bullied young man named Willard and his unconventional army – rats. We'll discuss the twisted bond between Willard and his furry minions, all the whi…
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Send us a text We are continuing on our road to 200 episodes with episode 102. This week on the podcast Mark chats to Crime author and former teacher J.M Hall about the third book in his crime series A Clock Stopped Dead. Mark also discusses teaching through the years, the story behind the origins of Hall's amazing series and OF COURSE J.M Hall's B…
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Sabrina Voerman is a writer of novels and short stories from Vancouver Island, who has a passion for fairy tales and all things witchy but puts her own dark aesthetic spin on them. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her latest novel, "Ashen Heart." They delve into the challenges of marketing, spontaneous character development, motorcycles, life…
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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by author Danger Slater as we discuss his book Starlet due out from Ghoulish Books in August 2024. We also discuss Maniac Cop from 1988. We have a KKKop killing innocent people, Tom Atkins, Bruce Campbell and Robert Z'Dar. Maniac Cop is basically Jason Voorhees in a cop uniform, but with more personality. Th…
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Send us a text Bloody Good Reads is back after a short hiatus. On this epsiode of the podcast Mark chats to Author and Playwriter Clay Mcleod Champman, author of Ghost Eaters, about his brand new book What Kind Of Mother, a love of book covers and of course Clay's three Bloody Good Reads. Buy What Kind Of Mother HERE UK HERE US Follow Clay on X HER…
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Christa Carmen, a Bram Stoker Award-nominated author from Rhode Island, draws inspiration from the ghosts of the past and the hidden depths of nature. She joins Vince on the show to discuss her newest work of gothic horror, "The Daughters of Block Island." They delve into her personal and indirect experience with addiction as a substance abuse coun…
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Kristopher Triana, an acclaimed author whose pen churns out not only horror but also gripping crime fiction. Titles like "Full Brutal," which snagged the 2019 Splatterpunk Award for Best Horror Novel, "Gone to See The River Man," "Shepherd of the Black Sheep," and "The Thirteenth Koyote" have set benchmarks in the genre. He joins Vince on the show …
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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Ryan C. Bradley. Ryan is a musician, podcaster, and the author of the novella Saint's Blood and the forthcoming books Bad Connections: Horror Stories and Say Uncle. He hosts the Horror Anthology Anthology podcast on his Patreon and co-hosts Horror Hangover with Cass Clarke. Fog rolls in off the Thames ton…
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Send us a text The Screen Team are back and are again joined by Author and Podcaster Hunter Shea of The Final Guys as they delve into the woods and meet Doctor Jeykll. This month the team review the Eddie Izzard led Doctor Jeykll and we also enter the woods in the horror thriller Lovely Dark and Deep. The team also share their recent watches, and M…
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Award-winning splatterpunk author Aron Beauregard hails from Central Falls, Rhode Island. With a writing style that knows no limits, he has firmly established his presence in the horror community through his ABHorror brand. In this episode, he joins Vince to delve into his latest work, "Through the Eyes of Desperation: The Red Version." They discus…
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Welcome, sinners, to another chilling confession in the Confessional. This week, I'm joined by Johnny Compton, author of The Spite House and the forthcoming Devils Kill Devils from Tor Nightfire. We delve into the shadowy world of psychological horror with Hammer Films' "Taste of Fear" (1961), also known as "Scream of Fear." Prepare to confess your…
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In this episode, we dive into the world of Jack Moody, a prolific author whose literary footprint spans the unsettling realities of "Crooked Smile," and the existential ponderings of "The Monotony of Everlasting." As we eagerly anticipate the 2024 release of his latest works, "The Absence of Death" and "Miracle Boy," we take a closer look at Moody'…
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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Paranomal Putas! We sink our teeth into Paul Schrader's stylish and suspenseful remake, Cat People! We'll be prowling the shadows with Nastassja Kinski as Irena, a woman haunted by a mysterious family curse. Is she turning into a feline fatale, or is something more sinister at play? Unravel the layers of …
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Chance Noir is a writer of dark speculative fiction and a connoisseur of strategy games. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent collection of short stories, "Death In Small Doses." They explore the meaning and essence of existence, the concept of being the architects of our own extinction through nuclear warfare, as well as the research a…
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This week in the Confessional I'm joined by Hilary Myers as we discuss the 1993 Zom-Rom-Com My Boyfriend's Back. Is it a horror movie? Is it a teen comedy? Is it a cautionary tale about the dangers of faking robberies to impress your crush? Who the fuck knows! But fear not, because love conquers all, even death! Except, maybe it doesn't. Join us as…
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In this episode, we delve into the life and creative process of Rob Weldon, the mastermind behind "The Omnist Series." Residing in Los Angeles as a post-modern monk, Rob's decision to live without internet or cable has fueled his imagination, giving birth to the expansive universe of his series. Despite his solitary lifestyle, Rob's affinity for cr…
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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by RJ Joseph. RJ is an award winning, Stoker Award™ and Shirley Jackson Award nominated, Texas based academic and creative writer/professor/editor whose writing regularly focuses on the intersections of gender and race in the horror and romance genres and popular culture. We discuss 1982's "Alone in the Dark…
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Boris Bacic is a prolific writer whose horror novels have dominated both traditional and self-publishing platforms, claiming the coveted #1 bestselling ranks. He joins Vince on the show to discuss his recent work "Mirror World." They discuss the multiverse theory of the universe, the research he does in order to write from the point of view of a yo…
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Send us a text The Screen Team is back wtih more horror reviews. This month we are down to three as the boys review Bad CGI Gator, When Evil Lurks and Eli Roth's Thanksgiving. The team also share what they have been watching and Niall talks Big Mo Support the Show. === A HUGE THANK YOU to our sponsor Abominable Book Club Get 10% off your first box …
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Hello Sinners! We have reached a milestone, 100 EPISODES!!! I can't think of a better person to celebrate with than returning guest Les Julien. This week Les and I discuss John Carpenter's timeless Anti-Capitalist Horror Classic They Live. We also discuss Les's upcoming Kickstarter campain for the second issue of his comic book Savage Wizard. Join …
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Send us a text Bloody Good Reads is back for another year of interviews with the best in Crime, Horror, Fantasy and Thriller genre. We kick off 2024 with our 100th episode! This week Mark chats to Marcus Hawke, author of Miracle Sin, about his latest book Grey Noise, vampires in the genre and of course we get Marcus' three Bloody Good Reads. www.ma…
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