Best Ahmed Khalifa Podcasts (2024)

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Last Seen: A Mystery Podcast. Coming Soon. 0:27

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A young woman goes missing. A stranger in black haunts the streets of the city. A mystery that starts a chain of unstoppable events, and forces a group of friends to face their darkest secrets. Last Seen. A mystery podcast. Coming soon, to The Dark Fantastic Network. Trailer Music by PMSFX (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/pmsfx/) Hosted on Acast. S…

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Season 3 Coming Soon! 0:18

1+ y ago0:18

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Stay tuned! Check out our new podcast website here: https://shows.acast.com/6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 23: Xmas Special - Resurrecting Sherlock Holmes. Guest: Author David Stuart Davies 54:51

1+ y ago54:51

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Author and renowned Sherlock Holmes expert David Stuart Davies, joins host Ahmed Khalifa to talk about his latest Sherlock novel, Revenge from The Grave, as well as the beauty and timelessness of Victorian and Edwardian mystery fiction. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. Support the network: https://tinyurl.com/Dark-Fantastic Subscribe on YouTube:…

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Episode 22: The Shadow's Legacy. Guest: Writer Will Murray 1:14:03

1+ y ago1:14:03

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The great Will Murray, one of the most prolific authors working today, having written more than 50 novels and short story collections, including tales featuring, Sherlock Holmes, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and many more, joins host Ahmed Khalifa to talk about his work, and his latest book, Dark Avenger, The Strange Saga of The Shadow. © The Dark Fanta…

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Episode 21: Shadowlands and Floating Dragons: A Tribute to Peter Straub (Pocket Edition) 22:45

1+ y ago22:45

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In this special episode, Ahmed Khalifa pays tribute to Peter Straub, the acclaimed dark fantasy author of such novels as Ghost Story and Floating Dragon. Khalifa also discusses the work and legacy of Stuart Woods, most famous for his Stone Barrington thrillers, who also passed away this year. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. - BAD DREAMS by A. K…

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Episode 20: A Master Class With Filmmaker Mark Pellington 1:09:41

2y ago1:09:41

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In this special episode, host Ahmed Khalifa chats with Mark Pellington, one of his filmmaking heroes, about style, theme, putting one's own money into a movie, and about making his latest feature, THE SEVERING. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. Links: - Mark Pellington's Official Website: https://www.markpellington.com/ - THE SEVERING (Official W…

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Episode 19: Liner Notes and Musical Boundaries. Guest: Writer A. Scott Galloway 1:09:20

2y ago1:09:20

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In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks to veteran writer and music journalist A. Scott Galloway. Mr. Galloway has written over 300 liner note essays for music CD reissues of classic albums and compilations, several of which he produced. His work was commissioned by the companies Rhino, Universal, Sony Legacy, Blue Note, among many other labels.…

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Episode 18: Writing in Hollywood, and Real Movie Stars. Guest: Writer Chuck Pfarrer 1:06:48

2y ago1:06:48

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In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks with ex-Navy SEAL, writer, and occasional actor, Chuck Pfarrer. Pfarrer has worked on such cult classics as Sam Raimi’s Darkman, Hard Target, Arlington Road, and is the author of several books and graphic novels, including The Thing From Another Plant, a terrific sequel to John Carpenter’s The Thing. © The…

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Introducing EXTRA DARK: Quick News, Updates, and Reviews 6:50

2y ago6:50

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Introducing EXTRA DARK , a mini-episode with news, reviews, and updates about all things dark and fantastic. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. Links: - THE BIG DARK SKY by Dean Koontz: https://www.scifinow.co.uk/books/dean-koontz-on-the-big-dark-sky-incredible-coincidences-and-buying-toys-for-his-dogs/ - DEVOTED by Dean Koontz Review: https://dar…

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Episode 17: Hitchcock's Murder and Carpenter's Last Great Film (Pocket Edition) 36:57

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In this episode: - A.K. delves deep into the Hitchcock archive and talks about MURDER (1930), one of Hitchcock's most underrated and humane films. - A brief review of the underwhelming THE BATMAN (2022). - A.K's top ten favorite John Carpenter films. Number 10. - A tribute to Vangelis. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. Links - The Dark Fantastic …

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Episode 16: A Darkness Beautiful: The World of Hugh Walpole. Guest: Simon Dunant 1:02:54

2y ago1:02:54

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In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks with collector and independent researcher Simon Dunant, about Hugh Walpole, a near-forgotten author from the early 20th century, whose body of work (which includes everything from Gothic Horror to Historical Fiction) is ripe for rediscovery. We delve into Walpole's fascinating life, his best novels, and Du…

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Episode 15: Movies Immortal and The Return of David E. Kelley (Pocket Edition) 31:17

2+ y ago31:17

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In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks about why some movies age while others seem to be immortal, with a brief but deep analysis of CITIZEN KANE, the films of John Carpenter, and much more. - A.K. discusses a recent article in SLATE magazine about David E. Kelley, the man behind BIG LITTLE LIES, BIG SKY, and such classics as THE PRACTICE and B…

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The Dark Fantastic Network Presents: ED GORMAN: A MASTER OF SUSPENSE (Original Documentary) 21:20

2+ y ago21:20

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Ed Gorman was a writer’s writer, a master. During the 1980’s, 1990’s and 2000's, he published dozens of stylish and acclaimed suspense novels. In this podcast, we celebrate the life of a master craftsman. Written and Produced by Ahmed Khalifa © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022 * Special thanks to Richard Chizmar and Robert Randisi for their generos…

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Episode 14: The Art of Making Personal Movies. Guest: Oscar-Nominated Writer/Director Matthew Patrick 1:19:27

2+ y ago1:19:27

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In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks with Oscar-nominated writer/director/visual artist Matthew Patrick about making movies in Hollywood, crossing paths with Tom Cruise, his unmade HALLOWEEN sequel, meeting Nicolas Roeg, and much more. - An enhanced audio version of William Browne's poem SIRENS' SONG, read by Caprisha Page (original audio fro…

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Episode 13: Hitchcock in Black and White, and The Great David Williams (Pocket Edition) 25:14

2+ y ago25:14

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If you’re a fan of Hitchcock, great movies, or funky music, stay tuned! In this episode: - Your host, A. K., talks about rediscovering the black and white Hitchcock films of the 1920s and 30s, like Number 17 (1932) and Blackmail (1930). - A tribute to the late, great David Williams, rhythm guitarist extraordinaire, who collaborated with every one f…

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Episode 12: Ghostbusters and The Beauty of Nostalgia. Guest: Writer Erik Burnham 44:35

2+ y ago44:35

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If you’re a fan of blockbusters, comic books, or Ghostbusters, stay tuned! In this episode: - Interview with writer Erik Burnham, a prolific and multi-talented artist and writer. He has done work for IDW Publishing, including his critically acclaimed work on the GHOSTBUSTERS line of comic books. He joins host A. K. to talk about Ghostbusters, meeti…

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Episode 11: The Many Faces of The Falcon (Pocket Edition) 23:31

2+ y ago23:31

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The first Pocket edition of The Dark Fantastic Podcast, a mini-episode, with lots of good things squeezed into its short running time. In this episode: - The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery novel. A dive into the many faces of The Maltese Falcon on film. - The Card Counter: A quick look at …

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Film Reviews: The Maltese Falcon (Special) 3:50

2+ y ago3:50

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Considered a classic, mainly due to its inventive casting and stylish direction, The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery novel. Listen to the full reviews here. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Subscribe to the …

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Episode 10: C. S. Lewis and The Fight for The Truth. Guest: Michael Zwaagstra 41:53

2+ y ago41:53

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In this episode: - An interview with public high school teacher and author Michael Zwaagstra, who joins the show to talk about the future of education, the importance of content knowledge, and his love for the books of C. S. Lewis. - A clip from Zwaagstra’s video: There is Nothing New About 21st Century Learning - Your host, A.K., talks about “grow…

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Season 2 of The Dark Fantastic Podcast Coming Soon 0:53

2+ y ago0:53

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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.By The Dark Fantastic Network

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Book Review: DRACULA: ASYLUM by Paul Witcover 3:15

2+ y ago3:15

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Designed as a sequel to Universal's infamous 1931 film adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula, starring the immortal Bela Lugosi, Dracula: Asylum is a rare book, in that it is a sequel that took me by surprise. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Subscribe to the podcast …

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Episode 9: A Special L.A. Episode. Guest: Composer Craig Safan 42:06

2+ y ago42:06

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In this episode: - An interview with musician and composer Craig Safan (The Last Starfighter, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), in which he talks about his work, his love of L.A, and his latest album L.A. Ex. - Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite books and movies about L.A. - A clip from DRAGNET, the classic TV show set in L.A. - Book Trailer:…

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Double-Feature Review: MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN/THE LADY IN QUESTION (1999) 2:22

2+ y ago2:22

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Murder in A Small Town and The Lady in Question are two TV movies that aired on A&E in 1999. These two delightful mysteries, co-written and starring Wilder and directed by Joyce Chopra, and set in 1930s Connecticut, allow Wilder to showcase his talents as an actor and writer, and were the last time he ever took a starring role. Listen to the full r…

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New Episodes Coming Soon! 0:31

2+ y ago0:31

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The Dark Fantastic Podcast will be back soon. Stay tuned! © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. All sounds from: Zapsplat.com For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Subscribe to the podcast at Spreaker, Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, Amazon Music, Deezer, Podchaser, iHeart, or wherever you get your podcas…

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Movie Review: HAMMER (2020) 2:11

2+ y ago2:11

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Clocking in at just over 80 minutes and slipping under the release radar, Hammer (2020) is an effective, quietly moving, and compelling psychological/crime thriller. Listen to the full review here. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Subscribe to the podcast at Spreake…

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Book Review: CURTAINS OF BLOOD by Robert J. Randisi 1:34

2+ y ago1:34

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A beguiling, immensely readable thriller, Robert J. Randisi's Curtains of Blood, is a must for fans of Dracula and Bram Stoker. Using the now clichéd high concept of Bram Stoker crossing paths with Jack The Ripper in 1888 London, Randisi produces what is arguably the best of all the books that tread the same ground. Listen to the full review here. …

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Movie Review: THE ASSISTANT (2019) 2:44

2+ y ago2:44

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Saying too much about the plot of The Assistant (2019) does the film a disservice. Although it's not really plot-driven and more of a character study, part of the beauty of watching it is experiencing how it unfolds, scene by scene, layer by layer, drawing you in into a story that is masterfully and boldly told. Listen to the full review here. © Th…

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Episode 8 (Xmas Special): CHRISTMAS TALES AND POSITIVE MESSAGES. Guest: Actor/Producer Jordan Werner 46:31

2+ y ago46:31

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On this episode: - An interview with actor/producer Jordan Werner, who stars in the new movie DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. In this interview we talk about his work as actor and producer on the film; how he got his start in acting; and the future of spiritual stories in Hollywood. - Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite Christmas books and movies, i…

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Book Review: Dracula's Demeter by Doug Lamoreux 2:25

2+ y ago2:25

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Bram Stoker’s seminal horror novel, Dracula, has inspired numerous sequels, prequels, re-imaginings, and stories focused on side characters from the book. What makes Dracula’s Demeter by Doug Lamoreux in some ways special, is its focus on the vampire count’s journey from his homeland to England onboard the Russian schooner, the Demeter. Listen to t…

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Episode 7: BOOGEYMEN AND ORIGINAL STORIES. Guest: Author/Editor Richard Chizmar 41:53

2+ y ago41:53

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In this episode: - An interview with author, editor, and screenwriter Richard Chizmar, in which he talks about the challenges of editing good anthologies, the influence of the late, great Ed Gorman on his writing, and working with Stephen King. - Your host, A.K., talks about originality in fiction, and what makes a book original. What makes the boo…

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Book Review: THE VOICE OF THE NIGHT By Dean Koontz 3:15

2+ y ago3:15

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First published in 1980 under the pseudonym Brian Coffey, and later released under his own name in 1991, The Voice of The Night is one of Dean Koontz’s best, yet least known, novels. It is one of his most understated books, and his only coming-of-age tale. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-…

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Film Review: CRY MACHO (2021) 3:04

2+ y ago3:04

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Clint Eastwood returns as actor and director with Cry Macho (2021), a sweet, gentle, and charming little film, which in its own modest, easy-going way, achieves so much with seemingly little effort. Listen to the full review here. © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Su…

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Book Review: UNCLE SILAS (1864) by J. S. Le Fanu 3:40

2+ y ago3:40

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Uncle Silas (1864) is considered by many, including M. R. James, to be Le Fanu's masterpiece. While that is arguable, Uncle Silas is indeed one of Le Fanu's best, as it features all of the main ingredients of his special brew: a likable heroine; terrifying villains; plenty of intrigue; and an incomparable mastery of atmosphere. © The Dark Fantastic…

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Episode 6: Lynch, Frost, and The Future of Twin Peaks. Guest: Author/TV Historian David Bushman 1:03:49

2+ y ago1:03:49

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In this episode: - Your host, A.K., talks about the secret behind successful creative partnerships in film and TV. - The mystery behind the magic of TWIN PEAKS. Who is responsible, David Lynch or Mark Frost? A brief history of the making of the TV show. - An interview with author and TV historian David Bushman (CONVERSATIONS WITH MARK FROST), in wh…

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10 Great Horror Books You Don't Know About 7:00

2+ y ago7:00

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Horror fans are always looking for something new to watch, read, or listen to. There are “best of” lists aplenty, with each list focusing on a certain sub-genre or category. With this list, I am going to include ten books that I greatly admire, for several reasons, and which I think haven't got their due. I think even ardent fans of the genre will …

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Episode 5: Timeless Music, The Blues, and The Great Bobby Rush. Guest: Author/Musician Herb Powell 47:43

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- Your host, A.K., talks about what makes certain albums, songs, and compositions timeless, including ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER PLACE (1974) by Bryan Ferry, and FOLKFUNK (2004) by Bobby Rush. - An interview with author, musician, and music historian Herb Powell, co-author of I AIN'T STUDDIN' YA, the autobiography of Bobby Rush. - A recording of Shelley…

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Book Review: A SECOND COMING (1900) By Richard Marsh 2:29

3y ago2:29

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It is hard to imagine that A Second Coming (1900) by Richard Marsh, a heartfelt, thought-provoking, and haunting novel about the second coming of The Christ, was written by the same man who gave us the forgettable Gothic-Horror of The Beetle (1897). Where The Beetle was bland, tame, and crudely written, A Second Coming is philosophically challengin…

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Classic Review: JEWEL OF SEVEN STARS (1903) By Bram Stoker 2:02

3y ago2:02

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Written by Bram Stoker, and considered one of the most influential supernatural thrillers of all time... No, it's not Dracula. It's The Jewel of Seven Stars (1903), a dated and mostly stilted novel, but one which created the template for almost all subsequent stories that dealt with Egyptology and mummies. Listen to the full review here. © Ahmed Kh…

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Episode 4: PSYCHOS AND SILVER BULLETS: A Post-Halloween Special Episode. Guest: Writer Nick Sullivan 52:58

3y ago52:58

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On this episode of THE DARK FANTASTIC PODCAST: - Your host, Ahmed Khalifa, talks about movies that are better than books, including Psycho (1960) and The Grapes of Wrath (1940). - An exclusive interview with author and audiobook narrator Nick Sullivan, whose latest book DEEP DEVIL is out now. - A wonderful reading of Keats's poem THE LIVING HAND, b…

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Talking About Communal Violence / Ajaira Pechal/Sabbir Ahmed/Fahim Khalifa 39:48

3y ago39:48

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✋Hello guys. Here we are gonna talk about interesting, important news around the 🌍globe. Sometimes we will also talk about some trendy stuff 🔥 and invite some amazing guests👨‍🎓 to our podcast🎙️ show. We will also try to share our personal opinion with you guys✌️ Subscribe to our youtube channel:https://youtube.com/channel/UCz4qxd-F1SPsm4pDL_Dueiw J…

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The Overview: THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD (1996) - CHASING THE BOOGEYMAN - THE GUARDIAN ANGEL (1867) 2:29

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Short reviews of The Whole Wide World (1996), a heartfelt biography of writer Robert E. Howard, creator of Conan The Barbarian; Chasing The Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar; and the classic novel, The Guardian Angel (1867) by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com…

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Book Review: Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein Vs. The Italian Secretary 2:41

3y ago2:41

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Although Doyle had retired Holmes a long while before the author's own death, writers continue to churn out pastiches; some are good, some are bad and some are brilliant. The Tangled Skein and The Italian Secretary fall somewhere between good and brilliant. Listen to the full review here. © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021. For more reviews and content, please …

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Episode 3: Sherlock Holmes Returns, and A Defense of "Genre". Guest: David Stuart Davies 55:39

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In this episode of The Dark Fantastic Podcast: - Your host, A.K., talks about the outcry against classic literature. - An interview with Sherlock Holmes expert and best-selling author/editor David Stuart Davies (Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein and Sherlock Holmes: Revenge from The Grave). - Revisiting INNER SANCTUM (1948). - Easter Egg: a new sh…

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What is audism & what are examples of audist behaviours? 13:48

3y ago13:48

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Episode 106 - Even though it's not visible (like many things related to deaf awareness), audism is a major within society and it remains a major issue for anyone who is experiencing some kind of deafness. Yet it's rarely ever talked about compared other discriminations and prejudices. Nonetheless, it is worth speaking up about it in order to raise …

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Movie Review: SO LONG AT THE FAIR (1950) 2:26

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Reportedly admired by Hitchcock, who later adapted it twice for his TV show, Hitchcock Presents, So Long At The Fair (1950) is a highly effective period thriller. Listen to the full review here. © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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CODA movie review: my thoughts on the latest deaf movie to be released 13:44

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Episode 105 - I have recently watched 'CODA' (which stands for 'child/children of deaf adult), the latest movie only on Apple TV+, around a CODA who is struggling with the dilemma of helping her deaf family's struggling fishing business whilst pursuiing her love of singing. But with the moral obligations of helping her family, plus the pressure tha…

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The Overview II: Malignant - The Noise - L.A Times 2:58

3y ago2:58

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The Overview: A collection of shorter reviews of books and movies. In this edition: James Wan's MALIGNANT (2021), James Patterson's THE NOISE, and Stuarts Woods' L.A. TIMES. © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Episode 2: Dean Koontz Returns and The Shadow Rises. Guest: Will Murray 54:21

3y ago54:21

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In this episode: - Dean Koontz is back on form, with two books that will delight fans. - The history behind The Shadow, pulp fiction's greatest hero. - And special guest Will Murray, the author of the new book, THE RISE OF THE SHADOW, joins the show to talk about pulp fiction, the continuing popularity of The Shadow, and much more. (THE RISE OF THE…

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Book Review: RODERICK HUDSON By Henry James 3:03

3y ago3:03

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At first, Roderick Hudson looks like a simple, even frivolous, tale about the rise and fall of the eponymous young sculptor. But like most of James' work, his book's plot are deceptive, beginning as one thing, and slowly morphing into another. Listen to the full review here. © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021. For more reviews and content, please visit: https:/…

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Deafness as an 'invisible disability' 9:41

3y ago9:41

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Episode 104 - Unless there are hearing aids or cochlear implants in your line of vision, or perhaps sign language are the main form of communication, it's safe to say it's not immediately obvious if a person is deaf or not. But is that good or bad? Because from my own perspectives, I have benefited from being able to hide it from people and go abou…

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