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
86 episodes
Let's Talk Monsters with Author Brad Ricks
Who doesn’t love a good monster? Author and podcaster Brad Ricks is a monster connoisseur with a special penchant for vampires. Join Brad and me as we discuss creepy creatures, the craft of writing horror, and the best parts of podcasting!<...
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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31:21
Fun and Frightening 1980s Horror with Sean McDonough
Horror isn’t always dark and terrifying--it can also be hilarious and just plain fun. Nobody knows that better than Sean McDonough, author of many gleefully gruesome books. Join Sean and me as we discuss the most fun horror era ever: the 1980s!...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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27:07
Claustrophobic Horror with Caitlin Starling
Caitlin Starling, nationally bestselling author of The Starving Saints (2025), The Death of Jane Lawrence (2021), Last to Leave the Room (2023), and the Bram Stoker-nominated The Luminous Dead (2019), as well...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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49:50
Hilarious Horror and Horrifying Humor with Eric Miller
Why are we drawn not just to horror, but to horror that makes us laugh? If you’ve ever wondered why you’re guffawing during a chase scene or chuckling when the monster shows up, then you’ve got to hear what author and screenwriter Eric...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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39:08
Navigating the Spirit Realm with Medium Jenny Lea
Okay folks, this episode goes DEEP. Special guest Jenny Lea, who is a medium, channel, empath, and psychic, joins me to take us on a brief but absolutely fascinating tour of the spirit realm. We discuss all the helpful and hopeful pieces, from ...
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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37:20
Horror as a Vehicle for Catharsis and Exploration with Rachel Harrison
Horror is an incredibly diverse genre, and it’s able to carry the weight of both unbelievable fear and incredible catharsis. Through horror, we can explore what makes us uncomfortable in a safe, secure way. Join me and USA Today Bestselling aut...
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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40:41
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