The Nightmare Engine Podcast
Welcome to The Nightmare Engine — a weekly show that churns with dread and drips with dark insight. Hosted by David Viergutz, the Master of Malice, this show tears back the curtain on all things horror. From the art of scaring readers to chilling interviews with guests of the macabre—authors, occultists, scholars of the strange—you'll explore the gears that keep the genre grinding.
And nestled in the static… notes from The Curator of The Dead Letters, whispering deeper truths from the shadows.
This isn’t just a podcast.
It’s a transmission from the other side.
Episodes
27 episodes
Revenge Tales and Truck Stop Nightmares: A Conversation with Shannon Bradner
What drives seemingly normal people to create stories filled with blood, terror, and revenge? Shannon Bradner, a factory worker by night and horror writer by whenever-she-can, pulls back the curtain on her creative process and reveals the often...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:06
From Cosmic Mysteries to Haunted Realms with JD Barker
Bestselling author JD Barker joins me on The Nightmare Engine Podcast, sharing his incredible journey from a ghostwriter and book doctor to a New York Times bestseller. I get an insider’s look at his creative collaborations, including a Dracula...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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46:57
Facing Fears and Superstitions: Christine Daigle on Dark Thrillers and the Psychology of Fear
What uncanny fears keep you up at night? Join us as we unravel the intricacies of fear and superstition on the latest episode of the Nightmare Engine podcast. We're thrilled to have Christine Daigle, a versatile writer shifting from steampunk t...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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47:16
Balancing Finance and Frights: James Cain on Horror Writing and Cinema Nostalgia
Prepare yourself for a chilling journey into the world of horror as we welcome the masterful James Cain to the Nightmare Engine podcast. Balancing his life as a finance professional in the icy realms of New Jersey, James shares the unique chall...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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49:26
Navigating Horror Comedy with D.M Guay: Shaun of the Dead to Bigfoot Conventions
After a surprise bout of pneumonia rudely interrupted my vacation, I returned to the Nightmare Engine podcast with renewed energy and a very special guest—Denise Guay, also known as DM Guay—to dive into the wonderfully bizarre world of...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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46:56
Exploring Folk Horror and Dark Rituals: An Interview with J.F. Penn
Special Guest: J.F. Penn is a British author renowned for her thrillers, dark fantasy, crime, and horror novels. She has achieved New York Times and USA Today bestseller status, with her works translated into multiple languages and sold in over...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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46:57
Crafting Chills: Andrew Van Wey on Mastering Suspense and Navigating the Horror Genre
Episode Description:In this episode of "The Nightmare Engine" podcast, host David Viergutz is joined by special guest Andrew Van Wey. Together, they explore the chilling depths of horror writing, discuss Andrew's journey as an aut...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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56:50
Horror, Humor, and Martial Arts: A Dive into Alan Baxter's Dark Worlds
Episode Description: In this episode of "The Nightmare Engine" podcast, host David Viergutz has an engaging conversation with special guest Alan Baxter. They discuss Alan's prolific career in horror writing, his experiences in martial ar...
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55:15
From Stephen King to Indie Horror: A Conversation with Dan Franklin
Episode Description: In this episode of "The Nightmare Engine" podcast, host David Viergutz returns with a update and a captivating conversation with special guest Dan Franklin. They delve into the intricacies of the horror g...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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49:44
Between Reality and Fiction: The Horrific Worlds of John Lynch
What if you had a front-seat ride into the mind of a horror author? Get ready for a terrifying journey with prison worker and writer, John Lynch, as we uncover his unique writing process and delve into the eerie world of his upcoming horror nov...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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49:06
Jay Bower's Exploration: Heinous Creatures, Haunted Houses and Historical Horrors
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeStrap yourself in as co-hos...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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51:36
Jonathan Mayberry: A Masterclass in Horror Writing and Folklore
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeGet ready for an exhilarati...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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1:09:18
The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 15 with Tim Waggoner
Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adve...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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51:03
The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 14 with Nick Roberts
Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adve...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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46:04
The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 13 with Michaelbrent Collings
Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adve...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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54:06
The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 12 with Merrill David
Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adve...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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40:15
The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 11 with Jay Bower
Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adve...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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43:31
Art, Craft and Emotion: The World of Horror Writing with Brian Asman
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeStep into the lurid world o...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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43:28
Creating Fear Together: The Intricacies of Co-Writing Horror
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeEver wondered what goes...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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44:06
Unmasking the Horror: A Deep Dive into the Mind of Award-Nominated Author Carver Pike
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeHave you ever pondered what...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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46:05
Navigating the Labyrinth of Spooks and Sounds with Ronald Malfi
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeWelcome to another unforget...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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42:30
The Haunting Quill: Lee Mountford's Frightful World Building
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeReady to shiver under the c...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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44:43
From Reddit to Radio Tower: The Unique Journey of Boris Basic
⭐️Enjoy the podcast? Do your good deed for the day and leave a 5-star review here ;) 🎙️About the EpisodeGet ready for a chil...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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50:16