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
67 episodes
It's Time to Enter... The Rotting Room!
It’s finally here--my third horror novel, THE ROTTING ROOM, follows Sister Rafaela, a newcomer to an isolated convent looking to escape her horrific past. She quickly comes to realize that the Sisters of Divine Innocence have their own sinister...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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14:11
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
TEASER: Upcoming Collab with Amanda from the SHOOK Podcast!
I'm thrilled to have Amanda from the SHOOK Podcast as a guest on next week's episode! If you haven't yet listened to SHOOK, you should absolutely go check that out right now!!Listen to SHOOK:
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Season 6
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0:33
There's No Place Like Georgetown: The Horror and Humor of Undergraduate Life
It’s no secret that the main character of my newest novel, Much Too Vulgar, is a Georgetown undergraduate. I love the dark academic feel of a story set at a university--and in this case, the university in question has a LOT of lore, bo...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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50:23
Psychic Protection and the Nature of Demonic Forces with Aman Berry (Paranormal Investigations Part 2)
In Part 2 of our paranormal investigation miniseries within this season, I’m joined by paranormal researcher Aman Berry. Tune in as we discuss all things ghostly and demonic, including what these entities are, where they come from, and how to p...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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40:08
Spirituality and Demonic Entities with Exorcist Sadhu Dah (Paranormal Investigations Part 1)
There’s certainly a lot more to the world than what meets the eye. In this episode, I’m joined by Sadhu Dah, a digital nomad, performing musician, circus aerialist, and… an exorcist. He has a wealth of experience and knowledge in demonology, th...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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55:14
An Entire Season Dedicated to My New Book? That Would Be MUCH TOO VULGAR
My second novel, Much Too Vulgar, publishes TODAY! In this new horror tale, disturbed pre-med student Keely will do anything she can to get into med school, even if it means eliminating her competition. In this Season 6 kic...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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24:39
The Namaste Slasher with Alan Shivers
In one year, Alan Shivers went from an unknown author to an indie bestseller multiple times over. His newest release, The Namaste Slasher, combines queer representation, mental health awareness, and campy, 90’s-slasher vibes. Fueled by...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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34:19
Season 6 Teaser: Much Too Vulgar + R. Jacob Honeybrook!
Woohoo! Instead of a tiny, 30-second teaser for season 6, you get a complete, full-length episode! Today, I’m joined by special guest and fellow author, R. Jacob Honeybrook. His latest book, WHEN WE ONCE LOVED, is available now on Amazon. In th...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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45:43
dRead Con Canada: Inside an Upcoming Dark Fiction Literary Festival!
Bonus episode!! In this segment, I have the wonderful privilege of speaking with the folks of dRead Con Canada, Canada’s very first dark fiction literary festival. Whether you’re a reader interested in meeting authors, an author looking to conn...
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31:12
Hungry Yet? Try This Carnival Cake!
Are you hungry? It’s time to feed you! Recipe creator extraordinaire Becky Parr created this Carnival Cake, inspired by my novel A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS! It’s set in an abandoned theme park, so the ingredients reflect all the flavors of car...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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13:51
Chilling Chats with Cryptmaster Chucky: Paranormal Pursuits, Celebrity Horror Picks, and Vampire Vacations
In this episode, jack-of-all-horror-trades Charles F. Rosenay!!!, also known as Cryptmaster Chucky, joins me to talk about everything from paranormal investigations to celebrities' favorite horror to Vampire Vacations in Transylvania.Dra...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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40:34
Trauma, Horror, and Publishing with Novelist and Trauma Therapist Monique Asher
In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Monique Asher, who is a trauma therapist by day and a horror novelist by night. Her debut novel, DON’T EAT THE PIE, will be released on September 24, 2024. Check out our discussion about everything f...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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38:16
Fantasy Funerals: Navigating Life and Death with Jolene Blackbourn
How would you feel if the Grim Reaper showed up at your funeral? Would you feel comforted to have a transporter for your soul? Would you be scared?If this interests you, then you just might want to plan your very own Fantasy Funeral....
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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27:29
"Can We Make This Curdle More?": Acclaimed Sound Designer Jeff Schmidt on Crafting Ominous Thrills
Using sound to thrill and scare people is a true art form. In this episode, acclaimed sound designer Jeff Schmidt discusses how sound can elevate and liberate writing, the importance of chasing our creative passions, and his newest project, the...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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41:27
Whispers from Savannah: Hauntings that Inspired a Chilling Thriller with Brett and Crystal of the Scary Savannah and Beyond Podcast
Did you know that Savannah is the Most Haunted City in America? For good reason, too! In this episode, I’m joined by Brett and Crystal of the Scary Savannah and Beyond Podcast to talk about some of the haunted history and terrifying experiences...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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38:30