Horror Humor Hunger
In Horror Humor Hunger, host and horror author Viggy Parr Hampton will scare you, make you laugh, and then feed you. Each season presents an original short story, followed by interviews with experts, discussion about the themes of the story and the nature of horror, and a custom-crafted recipe inspired by the story.
Episodes
80 episodes
Screaming Until We Laugh: Horror Comedy with D.M. Guay
Horror doesn’t just have to scare you--horror can also make you laugh. Nobody knows that better than Denise Guay, who writes under the name D.M. Guay. Her fantastic series, 24/7 Demon Mart, combines monsters, talking insects, demons, and hilari...
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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42:34
Haunting Our Minds with Nick Roberts
Chances are, when you think of indie religious horror (which I hope you do!), you can’t help but think of Nick Roberts. He’s the internationally bestselling author of The Exorcist’s House, which won the 2023 Books of Horror Indie Book ...
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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1:01:43
The Fabulous World of Oldies Horror with Haley Newlin
What is your horror origin story? For author Haley Newlin, her love of horror began with oldies horror films. Think Vincent Price, William Castle, and all the gimmicky tricks. Join Haley and me as we discuss the fabulous world of oldies horror,...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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45:58
Local Legends and Lore with Wes Verde
From ghosts to medical mysteries to creepy cryptids, local legends bring a lot of flavor to a place. Join me and special guest Wes Verde as we discuss some of the legends surrounding his home state of New Jersey--including the Jersey Devil and ...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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28:23
Talking Terror with Gabino Iglesias
Horror is one of the most flexible, immersive, experimental, and expansive genres. Nobody knows that better than Gabino Iglesias, the Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Award-winning author of THE DEVIL TAKES YOU HOME, HOUSE OF BONE AND RAIN, ZERO...
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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56:10
Horror in Film, Music, and Theme Parks with Dr. Corey J. Trahan
There are few things cooler than a horror Renaissance man, and today’s guest, Dr. Corey J. Trahan, is definitely one of those. Between his horror films, his spooky band The Immortalz, and his haunted theme parks, Corey is fully immersed in the ...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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34:44
Finding Faith through Horror with Reverend Joe Haward
Most people assume you consume horror to lose your faith… but what if horror could actually help you find your faith, while shedding light on the human condition in a very profound way? That may sound like a heavy weight to carry, but trust me,...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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40:12
Pink Horror and the Gothic Genre with Wendy Dalrymple
Horror is way more than gore and slashers--there’s nuance, there’s angst, and there’s even… pink horror? That’s right! Author Wendy Dalrymple joins me to discuss pink horror, the Gothic genre, and her newest novel, Credenza.
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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16:03
Devilishly Delicious Dishes with Richard Sargent
Adapting a book for film is one thing, but what about adapting a film into a… recipe?The imaginative and highly creative Richard Sargent, an award-winning actor, director, producer, playwright, and filmmaker, joins me to discuss the tast...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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23:23
What Goes Bump in the Night with Dr. Randy Overbeck
Are you a believer in the supernatural? Do ghosts keep you up at night? Whether you’re a big believer or a seasoned skeptic, Dr. Randy Overbeck, mystery author and ghost specialist, is a fantastic guide to the world of the paranormal. Join us a...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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32:17
Readers as the Ultimate Set Designer with Author Jeff Vande Zande
Join author Jeff Vande Zande and I as we discuss horror books, ghosts, screenwriting and filmmaking, and how important it is to leave room for the reader to engage with the story.Jeff’s website:
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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39:30
Get Haunted at the Brand New Savannah Paranormal Museum
Savannah is the most haunted city on earth, so it’s only fitting that it would be home to a brand new paranormal museum. Join me and special guests Chris Soucy and Megan Jones as they discuss their brand-new Savannah Paranormal Museum. I can’t ...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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36:43
Scary Stories from Thought to Screen with Screenwriter Sophia Louisa
Screenwriter, actress, and producer Sophia Louisa joins me to discuss all things horror movies. What scares us onscreen versus in a book? How do we translate horror from one medium to another? How do you really scare someone with a film?...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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33:13
Unpacking Religious Horror with Emma E. Murray
Horror helps you connect with the full range of human experience…. and that’s just one of the topics I cover with author Emma E. Murray. Join us as we break down religion in horror, what makes a story transgressive, how feeling uncomfortable an...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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28:33
Are You Ready to Enter.... The Rotting Room?
If you’re into Gothic vibes, body horror, and creepy nuns, then you’re ready to enter…. THE ROTTING ROOM. My third novel, THE ROTTING ROOM, will publish on 4/23. Season 7 of Horror Humor Hunger will be chock-full of incredible guests discussing...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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2:31
It's Time to Celebrate with a Vulgar Alligator
Celebrate 1000 books sold with me by enjoying this season’s featured recipe, the Vulgar Alligator cocktail!Recipe: The Vulgar Alligator1.5 oz Blanco tequila1 oz Cointreau0.5 oz Amaretto0.5 oz Midori1 oz fresh l...
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Season 6
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Episode 16
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7:01
Selling Horror with High Strangeness Books
Besides authors and readers, there’s a very important cornerstone of the book world: booksellers! In this episode, I’m joined by the founder of High Strangeness Books, Jessica Ennenbach. High Strangeness is an e-commerce online bookstore dedica...
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Season 6
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Episode 15
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30:19
Building Empathy Through Horror with Author Mona Kabbani
Mona Kabbani is a powerhouse in the indie horror world, with several acclaimed novellas and novels under her belt (The Bell Chime, Vanilla, For You, The Color of Blood) and more on the way. She’s also a strong voice for horror scholars...
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Season 6
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Episode 14
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46:46
Unpacking the 'Disturbed' with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Camille Holiner
Aaaaaaand we're back, after a brief holiday hiatus! Let's start the new year off right with a discussion of a very disturbed individual 😈 My newest horror novel, Much Too Vulgar, is about a disturbed pre-med student named ...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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27:03
Behind the Scenes of Filmmaking with Writer and Producer Barry Levy
Today, I’m joined by writer and producer Barry Levy, whose most recent project, Me, is out now on Apple TV +. His big break came from his original screenplay Vantage Point, and he has since worked with Steven Spielberg and Tom...
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Season 6
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Episode 12
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31:02
Healing Through Horror with Indie Sensation Angel Van Atta
I don’t cry often when I read books--especially horror--but IN THE TALL TREES by Angel Van Atta had me sobbing and gasping for air. In this episode, I’m lucky enough to be joined by Angel herself. In addition to being a super talented writer, s...
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Season 6
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Episode 11
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46:25
The Wicked World of Plants with Naturalist Shannon Matzke
When you’re walking around in nature, you’re probably mostly worried about alligators, bobcats, and bears--but you need to add a new host of fears to that list. Plants like poison ivy, oleander, and hemlock can be irritating at best and downrig...
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Season 6
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Episode 10
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40:38
The Cutthroat World of Medicine with Dr. Abigail Teitelbaum
Being a doctor is no joke… but neither is the journey to get there. Between pre-med weeder courses, medical school competition, and the stress of saving lives, medical careers can be cutthroat--pun intended. My fantastic friend and brilliant ge...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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19:50
What's Got Me SHOOK This Week with Amanda from the SHOOK Podcast
Have you ever been absolutely SHOOK by something you’ve experienced? I certainly have--from haunted hotels to ghost-ridden mansions to spooky underground tunnels, I’ve done my fair share of looking for the unexplained. In this episode, I’m thri...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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28:31