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Johnathan Rand - American & Michigan Chillers Author Feb 22, 2021

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Hey Mostly Horror fans! In this episode, Steve and Sean sit down with the legendary Jonathan Rand, the mastermind behind the "Michigan Chillers" and "American Chillers" series. We dig into Jonathan's journey from aspiring writer to beloved children's horror author. Hear about his early inspirations, the creative process behind his chilling tales, and how he self-publishes and markets his books. Jonathan also shares some behind-the-scenes stories, insights on balancing creativity with business, and advice for aspiring writers. Plus, we reveal our top five favorite covers from his series. Get ready for a deep dive into the spooky world of Jonathan Rand!

Breakdown:

[00:23] Steve talks about meeting Jonathan Rand
[00:54] A trailer breakdown for "Cruella" with Emma Stone
[03:15] Announcement of Netflix's "Wednesday" series directed by Tim Burton
[05:45] Tim Burton's recent controversies and lack of diversity in his films
[11:01] Casting predictions for the "Wednesday" series
[11:45] Possible actors for the role of Wednesday Addams
[12:29] New segment ideas for the podcast: "Horror Stories"
[17:10] Interview with Jonathan Rand
[17:30] Jonathan's start with writing and early inspirations
[21:20] Inspirations for horror-themed children's books
[23:30] Influence of old-time radio and ghost stories on Jonathan's writing
[25:02] The alliteration in book titles and its appeal to kids
[26:35] Jonathan's approach to self-publishing and marketing his books
[29:00] Distributing books in non-traditional places
[32:26] Balancing creativity and business
[34:46] Jonathan's daily routine and creative process
[35:48] Explanation of "Chiller Mania" and its significance
[41:00] Discussion on changes in book covers and working with artists
[44:55] Behind-the-scenes stories from Jonathan's career
[47:00] Advice for aspiring writers and maintaining passion
[52:00] Future projects and the evolution of digital art
[56:00] Our top five "Michigan Chillers" and "American Chillers" covers

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Tim Jacobus - Goosebumps Illustrator Feb 20, 2021

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Hey Mostly Horror fans! In this episode, Steve and Sean chat with the legendary Tim Jacobus, the artist behind the iconic Goosebumps covers. We dive into Tim's creative process, his experiences working on Goosebumps, and his thoughts on the horror genre. Tim shares behind-the-scenes stories, the importance of consistency and maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and how he navigated the transition from traditional to digital art. We also discuss our top five Goosebumps covers. Stick around for some fascinating insights and fun conversation with the man who brought your childhood nightmares to life.

Breakdown:

[01:47] Our own Goosebumps memories
[03:59] Interview with Tim Jacobus
[04:15] Tim's start with Goosebumps and his career journey
[07:04] Creative process and dealing with tough days
[09:24] Importance of maintaining a consistent work routine
[10:43] Balancing creativity and time management
[13:00] Transitioning from traditional to digital art
[22:00] Color theory and the iconic Goosebumps palette
[25:00] The impact of media on horror art and Tim's style evolution
[28:00] Behind-the-scenes stories from working on Goosebumps
[31:00] Tim's favorite Goosebumps covers and stories
[34:00] Discussion on Tim's upcoming projects and book "Beware: The Art of Goosebumps"
[37:00] Tim's thoughts on the horror genre and its influence on his work
[40:00] Reflections on a career in horror art
[43:00] Tim's advice for aspiring artists
[47:00] The importance of keeping the passion alive in art
[52:00] Insights on the future of digital art
[56:00] Our top five Goosebumps covers

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Ash & Alaina - Morbid: A True Crime Podcast Feb 20, 2021

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Hey Mostly Horror fans! In this episode, Steve and Sean chat with the amazing Ash and Alaina from Morbid: A True Crime Podcast. We dive into their favorite true crime stories, behind-the-scenes tales, and personal insights. Ash and Alaina share how they got into true crime, their thoughts on the romanticization of serial killers, and the emotional toll of their work. We also discuss their interest in hauntings, UFOs, and their other podcast, Scream. Plus, stick around for our top three horror characters who should have their own podcast! Get ready for a candid, spooky, and fun conversation.

Breakdown:

[01:47] Chatting about "The Woman in the Window" on Netflix
[03:58] Feral people in U.S. parks TikTok rabbit hole
[07:47] Kicking off the interview with Ash and Alaina
[08:00] Adapting to the pandemic and live shows
[10:00] How Ash and Alaina got hooked on true crime
[14:00] Support (or lack thereof) from their parents
[18:00] Navigating the gritty details of serial killers and victims
[20:40] The messed-up romanticization of serial killers
[22:30] Diving into research and episode prep
[25:30] The emotional rollercoaster of certain cases
[27:00] Go-to palate cleansers after heavy episodes
[28:50] Where they dig up inspiration for new episodes
[31:00] Media's role in making some killers infamous
[33:20] Ghosts, hauntings, and UFO obsessions
[36:00] The lowdown on their other podcast, Scream
[39:00] Emmanuel David Cult and the Sacramento Vampire
[43:00] Crazy survival podcast idea with characters from Cloverfield
[46:00] Favorite horror films and media recommendations
[50:00] Top three horror characters who should have their own podcast
[56:00] Mostly Horror Recommendations

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Welcome to Mostly Horror Movie Night! Jan 01, 2021

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