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Amy Bruni on Halloween, Haunted Tourism, & The Conjuring House Oct 24, 2025

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Amy Bruni (Kindred Spirits, Haunted Road podcast, and author of Food to Die For) joins host Aaron Sagers for a spirited conversation about paranormal tourism — and her Strange Escapes travel company — as well as her Halloween speaking tour on true crime and the paranormal. In this interview recorded in September, she also discusses the The Conjuring House sale (the auction for which has since been canceled), and her hopes for the home and paranormal community.

Follow Amy Bruni’s work and upcoming events at amybruni.com. Aaron also teases his stay in the haunted Parks-Bowman Mansion, an Airbnb in New Orleans with a spooky reputations, which he'll be sharing more from in a future episode. And in the comments, tell us: Would you spend the night at The Conjuring House?

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The Talking Strange Show with Aaron Sagers is a weekly paranormal pop culture show featuring celebrity and author interviews, as well as experts in all things strange and unexplained. Talking Strange is a creation of Aaron Sagers with production help from Michael Ahr.

Host Aaron Sagers is a paranormal TV host and journalist who appears as host of 28 Days Haunted on Netflix, and on Paranormal Caught On Camera on Travel Channel, Discovery+, and MAX streaming service.

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Until Next Time:

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Greg Nicotero Talks Guts & Glory, Creepshow, and Universal Monsters Oct 15, 2025

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Legendary makeup FX artist, director, and producer Greg Nicotero (The Walking Dead, Creepshow, Day of the Dead) joins host Aaron Sagers on Talking Strange to discuss his new, blood-soaked Shudder horror competition series, Guts & Glory.

Nicotero shares behind-the-scenes secrets of the show’s creation, the challenges of bringing classic gore to a new generation of fans, and what’s next for Creepshow. Plus, he teases his hopes for the future of Universal Monsters, reflecting on why these iconic creatures still haunt our imaginations nearly a century later.

Whether you’re a horror die-hard, a FX nerd, or a Walking Dead fan, this episode digs into the artistry and legacy of one of the genre’s true masters.

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Elvira Talks Halloween, Horror, & ‘Cookbook From Hell’ Oct 09, 2025

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She’s the Queen of Halloween, the Mistress of the Dark, and a certified pop culture legend. Now Elvira is taking over the kitchen! Cassandra Peterson joins host Aaron Sagers to talk about her first-ever cookbook, Elvira’s Cookbook From Hell (out September 30).

Together they dish on the devilishly delicious recipes, the campy humor, and the spooky stories that make this cookbook more than just a meal; it’s a feast for horror fans and food lovers alike. Cassandra also opens up about keeping Elvira’s legacy alive after four decades, how her love of Halloween flavors her creativity, and what still delights her about all things macabre and mischievous.

Whether you grew up watching Movie Macabre or just love a good creepy cocktail, this episode serves up plenty of nostalgia, wit, and wicked fun.What spooky dish or drink would you serve if Elvira came to your dinner party?

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REWIND: RIP Bigfoot Researcher Jeff Meldrum Sep 29, 2025

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[This episode first ran on October 19, 2022] Dr. Jeff Meldrum was one of the foremost Bigfoot researchers out there. He was a Professor of Anatomy & Anthropology at Idaho State University, and his work centered on the evolution of hominin bipedalism. He joined Talking Strange in 2022 (on the 55th Anniversary of the famed Patterson-Gimlin footage) to discuss his 25 years of work, as well as opening up about what Sasquatch "disclosure" might look like (similar to the serious focus UFO/UAP are currently receiving). Additionally, he opened up about whether he thought the U.S. government has explored the topic, what it takes to become a reliable trustworthy Bigfoot researcher, and the paradigm shift and importance of indigenous people coming forward to openly discuss their stories.

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Alaska’s Inukuns: True Crime Meets Paranormal Legend in 'Blood & Myth' Sep 18, 2025

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On this episode of Talking Strange, host Aaron Sagers explores the haunting true crime and paranormal story behind Blood & Myth, the new Hulu original documentary now streaming.

Aaron speaks with Blood & Myth director Kahlil Hudson and author/executive producer James Dommek Jr.about the violent crimes that shook a remote Native village in Northern Alaska, and the chilling possibility that they were connected to ancient legends of the Inukuns, mysterious “little people” long feared in Inupiaq culture.

At the center of the story is Teddy Kyle Smith, a respected Inupiaq actor turned fugitive, who claimed he was driven to violence after a terrifying encounter with the Inukuns in the Alaskan wilderness. Through the eyes of James Dommek Jr., Blood & Myth investigates whether this was madness, myth, or something more sinister where true crime and folklore collide.

In this interview, Aaron and his guests discuss the challenges of telling a story that balances Native oral traditions, chilling folklore, paranormal mysteries, and the tragedy of real crimes.

If you’re fascinated by true crime documentaries, paranormal encounters, Alaskan legends, or the intersection of folklore and reality, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

Talking Strange explores the paranormal, horror, folklore, and unexplained stories every week. Subscribe for more interviews, deep dives, and strange tales.

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Until Next Time:

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Strange Harvest: Cosmic Horror, Mr. Shiny, and New Terror Sep 09, 2025

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On this episode of Talking Strange, host Aaron Sagers dives into the terrifying world of Strange Harvest (now streaming on demand), the new horror film blending serial killer chills with cosmic dread.

Aaron is joined by Stuart Ortiz, co-writer/director of the cult hit Grave Encounters, and Jesse J. Clarkson, who both designed the eerie production and stars as the sadistic killer, Mr. Shiny. Together, they discuss real true crime, horror easter eggs in the film, the cosmic horror origins of the story, and gruesome set pieces — from ritualistic murders to leeches in swimming pools — and the sinister, otherworldly forces lurking behind the blood.

If you’re a fan of cosmic horror, true crime-style terror, and the creative process behind modern horror filmmaking, this episode is for you.

Talking Strange explores the paranormal, horror, folklore, and the unexplained every week. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with fellow horror fans.

Are you a fan of true crime when it involves the paranormal?

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Email us with episode ideas, guest suggestions, and spooky stories: Contact@TalkingStrange.com

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Until Next Time:

Be Kind.

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Keep It Weird.

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Disney’s Beak and Barrel, Halloween Horror Nights, and Queen Mary Hauntings Sep 06, 2025

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Step into the spooky side of theme parks and haunted legends with Aaron Sagers on this episode of Talking Strange!

First, Aaron takes you inside his exclusive sneak preview of The Beak and Barrel, the brand-new Pirates of the Caribbean bar at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. From pirate lore to Easter eggs from the films, discover why this swashbuckling tavern is already making waves.

Then, it’s on to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, where Aaron shares his take on this year’s most chilling houses, including the terrifying Terrifier maze and the eerie Five Nights at Freddy’s experience.

Finally, a listener story sends us sailing into supernatural waters with a haunting aboard the legendary Queen Mary. Aaron explores how this ghost ship connects to his Spooky Travels column and why it remains one of the most famous haunted destinations in the world.

What are your Spooky Season plans?

If you’re into Disney Parks secrets, Universal Orlando thrills, haunted history, or pop culture horror, this episode has it all.

Listen, subscribe, and join the spooky conversation!

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Until Next Time:

Be Kind.

Stay Spooky.

Keep It Weird.

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Witchboard (2025) Director Chuck Russell Talks Paranormal Beliefs & Return to Horror Aug 08, 2025

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Horror master Chuck Russell — the director behind A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, The Blob, The Mask, Eraser, and The Scorpion King — returns to the genre with Witchboard (2025). In this Talking Strange interview, Russell opens up to host Aaron Sagers about his own beliefs in the supernatural, his hands-on research into pendulum boards, and his personal paranormal experiences. He also discusses bringing Witchboard’s story of possession, deception, and dark forces in New Orleans to life, and what it means to step back into horror after decades of iconic filmmaking — and doing so in a whole new entertainment landscape.

Whether you’re a fan of his cult classics or curious about real-life ghost stories, this conversation dives into the fascinating overlap between Russell’s filmmaking and the paranormal.Have you ever used a Ouija Board? Share your story in the comments.

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Email us with episode ideas, guest suggestions, and spooky stories: Contact@TalkingStrange.com

Follow Host Aaron Sagers:

(For Q&As, livestreams, cocktail classes, and movie watches)

Until Next Time:

Be Kind.

Stay Spooky.

Keep It Weird.

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Christopher Monfette's TexArcanum: Horror, Folklore & Cowboy Magic Aug 01, 2025

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On this episode of Talking Strange, host Aaron Sagers chats with writer and producer Christopher Monfette, the creative mind behind TexArcanum, the new supernatural western comic from Dark Horse Comics.

TexArcanum is a genre-bending tale of cowboy arcanist Avery Belle, who finds himself caught in a supernatural land feud teeming with ghosts, demons, gods, and forgotten folklore. Think Yellowstone meets The X-Files, with a splash of Elmore Leonard grit and Stephen King dread.

Monfette shares how his background as an entertainment journalist for IGN and G4 eventually led him to comic writing — including his collaboration with Clive Barker on Hellraiser — and how his TV work on 12 Monkeys, Star Trek: Picard, and the upcoming Vision series from Marvel has shaped his unique narrative voice.

We also dig into the horror-noir Americana of TexArcanum, its influences from folklore, pop culture, and myth, and what it means to write a cowboy steeped in arcane mysteries in a haunted Heartland.

TexArcanum #1 is available now from Dark Horse Comics.

Question: Would you rather be an Occult Detective or Supernatural Monster Hunter?

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Katrina Weidman & Steve Shippy: Secrets of Paranormal Caught On Camera Jul 10, 2025

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Host Aaron Sagers sits down with fellow Paranormal Caught On Camera stars Katrina Weidman and Steve Shippy to pull back the curtain on Season 9 of the hit Travel Channel / Max / Discovery+ series. From behind-the-scenes scares to the wildest evidence caught on tape, no ghost (or alien or bigfoot) is left unturned.

Katrina shares insights from her legendary career — from Paranormal State to Paranormal Lockdown, Portals to Hell, and her current YouTube investigative series Travel the Dead with Heather Taddy. Steve talks about his terrifying cases featured in A Haunting in the Heartland and his Shock Docs films.

Plus: they both reveal chilling personal stories that should be featured on Paranormal Caught On Camera — if they weren’t too creepy to air.

If you love real ghost stories, paranormal investigation, or want a look into what it's like to document the unexplained for TV, this episode is a must-watch (and listen)!

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more haunted happenings every week.

Have you ever caught something strange on camera? Drop your story in the comments!

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