Necronomicast
Necronomicast is a podcast that explores the "Horror of Hollywood...and Beyond!" Horror movies and the real paranormal, true crime, and strange subjects that inspire them.
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Episode 272 "Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science" with Dr. Jeff Meldrum
04/15/2024
Episode 272 "Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science" with Dr. Jeff Meldrum
My guest tonight for a late night conversation is one of the most respected and renowned experts in the world of Sasquatch research, Dr. Jeff Meldrum. Dr. Meldrum is an associate professor of anatomy and anthropology at Idaho State University and affiliate curator of the Idaho Museum of Natural History. He is known the world over for his scientific as well as sensible study of the Sasquatch ever since he discovered fresh tracks at the Blue Mountains of southeast Washington back in 1996. So join us as we discuss his fascinating and important book (and life’s work) “Sasquatch: Legend Meets Science” on this episode of Necronomicast!
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Episode 271 "The Sensual Sasquatch" with Randall F. Travers
04/01/2024
Episode 271 "The Sensual Sasquatch" with Randall F. Travers
For this special episode of Necronomicast, I am featuring a conversation recorded live at a recent cryptozoological/paranormal convention in the Midwest. Joining me is first time author, but longtime researcher, Randall F. Travers. He has made it his life's work to uncover some of the most controversial yet captivating evidence ever in the study of cryptozoology...the reproductive habits, rituals, and proclivities of the creature known as Sasquatch! His book features startling eyewitness accounts of true encounters with the legendary creatures. So join me and my colorful guest, Randall F Travers, as we discuss his brand new book, "The Sensual Sasquatch: The Science Behind One of Earth's Greatest Mysteries."
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Episode 270 "We Bought A Funeral Home" with The Blumberg Family
03/15/2024
Episode 270 "We Bought A Funeral Home" with The Blumberg Family
Tonight’s conversation is a fun one! Ever since their debut, the Blumberg family (Heather, Arryn, Rafferty, and Noa) have captured the hearts and the wonder of all who watched their hit TV show “We Bought a Funeral Home.” Watching them transform the mysterious and cavernous Canadian funeral home into a unique and breathtaking masterpiece with a flair and uncommon touch, has catapulted them to stardom and has established this charming family as the first family of the supernatural! "We Bought A Funeral Home" is streaming now on Discovery+!
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Episode 269 "The Octopus Murders" with Christian Hansen and Zachary Treitz
03/01/2024
Episode 269 "The Octopus Murders" with Christian Hansen and Zachary Treitz
When journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a hotel bathtub, police ruled it a suicide. But his family and colleagues believe he may have been murdered for investigating a conspiracy he called “The Octopus” - a hidden organization connected to stolen government spy software, a string of unsolved murders, and some of the biggest political scandals of the 20th century. Tonight on Necronomicast for an exclusive conversation, I welcome researcher Christian Hansen and director Zachary Treitz, whose incredible four part Netflix docuseries untangles a mystery decades in the making.
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Episode 268 The History of Joshua Dairen
02/15/2024
Episode 268 The History of Joshua Dairen
Fot this episode of the Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the show one of the brightest new minds in the world of paranormal and historical exploration...Joshua Dairen. Joshua Dairen is a verified paranormal content creator, researcher, and historian from Auburn, Alabama whose deep dive into history and the paranormal has led him to become a rising star in both the paranormal and historical genres. He has been featured in documentaries, podcasts, and live paranormal presentations across the country to great acclaim. He has become a TikTok and Instagram sensation for the state of Alabama and the South and his reach is expanding rapidly across the country. The history of Joshua Dairen...on this episode of Necronomicast!
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Episode 267 "Starkweather" with Harry N. MacLean
02/01/2024
Episode 267 "Starkweather" with Harry N. MacLean
For this exclusive episode, it is my pleasure to welcome to the show, New York Times Best selling author and Nebraska native, Harry N. MacLean. Harry and I will take you on a journey through the snowswept, desolate backroads and farmlands of 1958 Lincoln, Nebraska, in search of the truth behind the shocking events of the most horrific killing spree in modern history. In his new book “Starkweather: The Untold Story of the Killing Spree that Changed America”, Harry transports us back to the time where the idyllic landscape of the midwest was changed forever due to the murderous rampage of Charles Starkweather. So join me and Harry as we discuss his own personal mission to write this book which is now regarded as the definitive account of the Starkweather murders.
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Episode 266 "Paranormal Bigfoot" with Brett Eichenberger and Tobe Johnson
01/15/2024
Episode 266 "Paranormal Bigfoot" with Brett Eichenberger and Tobe Johnson
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am very excited to have return as guests filmmakers Brett Eichenberger and Tobe Johnson who, with their team, have created a fantastic brand new documentary entitled “A Flash Of Beauty: Paranormal Bigfoot” (available now on Amazon Prime). This follow-up to their acclaimed feature "A Flash Of Beauty: Bigfoot Revealed" (available now on TUBI) focuses on the strange and paranormal aspect of the Bigfoot phenomenon as told by eye witnesses, scientists, and experts in the field of Bigfoot research. "A Flash of Beauty: Paranormal Bigfoot" tonight on the Necronomicast! (Music credit: "Night Bruise" by M. Amandus, B. Corey, T. Lewandowski, S. Zimmerman)
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Episode 265 "Welcome All Weirdos" with Steve Berg
01/01/2024
Episode 265 "Welcome All Weirdos" with Steve Berg
Attention All Weirdos! My guest tonight for a late night conversation is actor and high strangeness enthusiast, Steve Berg! You might know Steve from his numerous appearances on shows like “Drunk History”, “The Goldbergs”, and “The Good Place”. Steve is also one of the great ambassadors of the State of Nebraska as the host of his phenomenal phenomena driven podcast “Hi, Strangeness” and his appearances at conventions and live events nationwide. Tonight, Steve joins me in the Necronomicast studio for a lively and wide ranging conversation about growing up weird, growing up in Nebraska, and growing in our mutual love of all things strange and unusual!
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Episode 264 "Secret Santa" with Adam Marcus
12/15/2023
Episode 264 "Secret Santa" with Adam Marcus
Happy Holidays! For tonight's late night conversation, I am filled with joy to welcome to the program writer and director Adam Marcus! You might know Adam from his most famous film "Jason Goes To Hell: The Final Friday" and we certainly talk alot about that entry in the Friday the 13th franchise...but he is here to chat about one of his most recent projects that you can stream on SCREAMBOX entitled "Secret Santa"! If you are in need of a break from the traditional Holiday movie fare, then I suggest that you check out the insanity that is "Secret Santa"! Adam is a fabulous guest and to talk to him for an hour was certainly a gift to me that I am happy to share with all of you! Thank you for a wonderful 2023!
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Episode 263 "The Fright Before Christmas" with Jeff Belanger
12/01/2023
Episode 263 "The Fright Before Christmas" with Jeff Belanger
My guest on this episode of the Necronomicast for a late night conversation is author, podcaster, storyteller, adventurer, and explorer of the unexplained, Jeff Belanger. He’s written more than a dozen books that have been published in six languages. He’s the Emmy-nominated host, writer, and producer of the New England Legends series on PBS and Amazon Prime. He provides programs and lectures to audiences all over the world, and he’s been the writer and researcher for every episode of Ghost Adventures on the Travel Channel. We will be discussing his fantastic new book "The Fright Before Christmas”. So I invite you to sit back, relax, and cozy up as we chat about this most wonderful, dark, cold, dangerous and frightening time of the year!
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Episode 262 "Murder in the 21st" with Joshua Kessler and Jon Hirsch
11/15/2023
Episode 262 "Murder in the 21st" with Joshua Kessler and Jon Hirsch
For this episode of Necronomicast, my guests tonight for a late night conversation are Joshua Kessler and Jon Hirsch. They are two of the executive producers of the new hit A&E Network true crime series “Murder In The 21st”! I am very honored, proud, and excited that the Necronomicast is featured on two episodes of this revolutionary and innovative new true crime programming brought to you by Glass Entertainment and the A&E network. So sit back and relax and hear how this show was developed and produced by award winning industry professionals. Josh Kessler and Jon Hirsch and “Murder In The 21st” on this episode of NECRONOMICAST!
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Episode 261 "The Devil On Trial" with Chris Holt
11/01/2023
Episode 261 "The Devil On Trial" with Chris Holt
My guest tonight, for a late night conversation is filmmaker Chris Holt. Chris has written and directed an intriging new documentary that is on Netflix right now entitled "The Devil on Trial". It centers around the strange case of the Glatzel family, and their alleged interaction with evil spirits that resulted in the nations first ever murder trial that used demonic posession as a defense. Did the Devil make him do it???? You be the judge! Filmmaker Chris Holt, on this episode of The Necronomicast!
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Episode 260 "Never Hike Alone 2" with Vincente DiSanti
10/27/2023
Episode 260 "Never Hike Alone 2" with Vincente DiSanti
Happy Halloween! As a gift to you all, here is a bonus episode! Tonight, I have an exclusive conversation with filmmaker Vincente DiSanti. He is the writer, director, and creative force behind the new independent movie sensation, “Never Hike Alone 2”! The movie is now available for you all to watch for free on YouTube! You absolutely need to watch it before listening, because tonight we will talk spoilers and really do a deep dive into the cold, murky depths of Crystal Lake and uncover the secrets that will forever haunt Camp Blood. We will explore the myths and legends of Friday the 13th and explore the Crystal Lake universe that Vincente and his team have unleashed for us!
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Episode 259 "Living For The Dead" with Ken Boggle & Cast
10/16/2023
Episode 259 "Living For The Dead" with Ken Boggle & Cast
You are in for a treat! For this episode of Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the program the entire cast of the brand new paranormal television program "Living For The Dead"! "Living for the Dead" features the combined talents of Alex LeMay, Logan Taylor, Roz Hernandez, JuJu Bae, and Ken Boggle in the first paranormal television program in history with an entire LGBTQ+ cast. First, I will have an in depth conversation with tarot card reader Ken Boggle. Followed by a lively press junket style free for all with the entire cast! Emmy Award winning executive producer Rob Eric also joins us for this conversation. This groundbreaking show debuts this Wednesday, October 18th on HULU and is executive produced by Kristen Stewart. We are going to the tea house to get the tea, honey tea, on this episode of NECRONOMICAST!
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Episode 258 "Sharksploitation" with Stephen Scarlata
10/02/2023
Episode 258 "Sharksploitation" with Stephen Scarlata
Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the water....another episode of Necronomicast has washed up on the beach! I am joined tonight by director Stephen Scarlata, who has put together the deFINative documentary on shark movies "Sharksploitation"! Sharksploitation is a love letter to the genre of films that include the perfect motion picture "Jaws" as well as underappreciated gems like "Ghost Shark". Stephen's attention to detail and clear passion for shark movies has movie fans coast to coast in a frenzy about this documentary now available on the Shudder Network. So, put on some sunblock, head down to the beach, and sink your teeth into this conversation with Stephen Scarlata on Necronomicast!
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Episode 257 "Goodbye Hello" with Adam Berry
09/15/2023
Episode 257 "Goodbye Hello" with Adam Berry
Tonight it is my pleasure to welcome again to the program for a return appearance, paranormal investigator extraordinaire Adam Berry! Of course you know him from television’s “Ghost Hunters” and “Kindred Spirits”, but now he’s AUTHOR Adam Barry as we chat about his soon to be released book “Goodbye Hello: Processing Grief and Understanding Death Through the Paranormal”. Adam has written a thought-provoking and remarkable book that will inspire conversations across the land about the shared paranormal experiences that unite us as humans, and the implications of life after death. So say goodbye and hello to Adam Berry on this episode of Necronomicast!
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Episode 256 "Science Vs. Seance" with Deborah Blum
09/05/2023
Episode 256 "Science Vs. Seance" with Deborah Blum
For this episode of Necronomicast, I am excited to welcome to the program Pulitzer Prize winning author and researcher Deborah Blum! Deborah's incredible book "Ghost Hunters- William James and the Search For Scientific Proof of Life After Death", is about the investigation of the ghost stories and instances of supernatural phenomena that could not be explained away. It traces the history of the formation of the Society for Psychical Research and the sometimes chaotic lives of the major players in early paranormal investigating. We will discuss among other things....why do ghosts wear clothes? Deborah Blum is a world class talent and I am very proud to host this conversation with her on Necronomicast!
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Episode 255 "Three Bodies Burning" w/ Det. Brian Bogdanoff
08/15/2023
Episode 255 "Three Bodies Burning" w/ Det. Brian Bogdanoff
I had the pleasure of welcoming my next guest, retired Omaha Detective Brian Bogdanoff to Necronomicast HQ for a live, face to face conversation! He has written a riveting bestselling true crime book about the horrific triple murder that shook the city of Omaha, Nebraska. The book is “Three Bodies Burning.” This case has it all: murder, piles of cash stashed in the most unlikely of places, a blood-soaked crime scene, the remote dump site for bodies, luxury cars, flashy jewelry, and hundreds of pounds of illegal dope. Not only will you get a first hand account of the role that law enforcement played in this story, but you will also hear from an individual that was there the night of the murders… The story “Three Bodies Burning” on this incredible episode of Necronomicast!
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Episode 254 "Pathological" with Henry J. Cordes
08/01/2023
Episode 254 "Pathological" with Henry J. Cordes
The month of August will feature remarkable true crime stories from my hometown of Omaha, Nebraska. My guest tonight for a late night conversation is veteran journalist, reporter, and senior staff writer for the Omaha World-Herald, Henry J. Cordes. He has expertly written a fantastic page turner with "Pathological." It tells the compete story of a doctor-turned-serial killer, his thirst for revenge, and of the determined detectives who stopped him just before he killed again. Henry J. Cordes is my guest on this episode of Necronomicast!
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Episode 253 "Deadly California" with David Kulczyk
07/14/2023
Episode 253 "Deadly California" with David Kulczyk
For tonight’s late night conversation, it is my pleasure to welcome to the show the “homicide historian” and author David Kulczyk. David has written his eighth book “Deadly California: Murders, Accidents, and Robberies Gone Wrong” featuring an off the wall, entertaining and informative look at the little reported but incredible stories of California history from 1912 to the 1960s. You will also hear a word from my friends at the “Quite Unusual Podcast”. Thank you for listening to this episode of NECRONOMICAST!
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Episode 252 "Historic Haunted Hollywood" with Tammie Merheb-Chavez
06/30/2023
Episode 252 "Historic Haunted Hollywood" with Tammie Merheb-Chavez
For the month of July, I will be featuring the stories and personalites that call the great state of California home. For tonight's late night conversation, it is my pleasure to welcome one of the brightest new emerging voices in the world of the paranormal, Tammie Merheb-Chavez. Tammie and her podcasting partner Brice Mitchell Williams bring you the tales of Hollywood old and new in their superb podcast "Hollyweird Paranormal". You might have seen Tammie as well with her recent appearances on "Ghost Adventures". So sit back and relax as I welcome Tammie Merheb-Chavez for a fun and spirited conversation on Necronomicast!
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Episode 251 "The Disappearing Act" with Florence De Changy
06/15/2023
Episode 251 "The Disappearing Act" with Florence De Changy
Welcome one and all to this episode of Necronomicast! On March 8, 2014, during a daily and routine flight from Malaysia to Beijing,Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared. Her crew, her passengers, and her cargo were never to be seen again. My guest tonight for a late night conversation has written the bestselling book“The Disappearing Act” and has been featured on the new Netflix documentary “The Plane That Disappeared”. She is an award-winning foreign correspondent in Hong Kong covering the Asia-Pacific area for Le Monde, She is Florence de Changy.
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Episode 250 "Never Stop Searching" with Brian J. Cano
06/01/2023
Episode 250 "Never Stop Searching" with Brian J. Cano
Welcome one and all to this special milestone in the history of the Necronomicast! Episode 250 is here with a wonderful late night conversation with Brian J. Cano as we discuss his lifelong exploration of the paranormal and how he never stops searching! Brian J. Cano is a featured analyst for Travel Channel’s Paranormal Caught On Camera, guest on History Channel’s The Curse Of Oak Island: Drilling Down and The UnXplained With William Shatner as well as Tech Specialist for SyFy’s Haunted Collector team. When not delighting fans with his on-screen presence, the 19-year investigative veteran can be found sharing his wit and wisdom at top-notch events and elite Universities throughout the United States and Internationally. Most recently Brian debuted his interactive History of the Paranormal Mobile Exhibit at historical landmarks in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York and Connecticut with the goal of hitting all 50 states!
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Episode 249 "Hidden, Forbidden, & Off Limits" with Steve Higgins
05/15/2023
Episode 249 "Hidden, Forbidden, & Off Limits" with Steve Higgins
Tonight on Necronomicast, it is my pleasure to welcome to the show Steve Higgins. Steve Higgins is an urban explorer with a specific interest in manmade and man-used underground spaces. He's also a digital content creator specialising in paranormal content and the founder of several popular websites. If it's weird and unusual, then Steve's probably writes about it, from famous historic hauntings, to top secret underground bases. Steve is also the founder of Higgypop, which is the largest paranormal website in the UK. He’s written a fascinating new book "Hidden, Forbidden, and Off-Limits: A Subterranean Journey To Britain's Dark and Forgotten Places" detailing his explorations of underground factories, former subterranean ammo stores. and nuclear hideouts. We also take the time to discuss the latest trends and theories in the world of the paranormal. Originally from the South West of England, Steve has spent a large chunk of his professional life to date working out of London, where he was lucky enough to be able to hone his creative, online and writing skills working with some of the biggest brands, companies and organisations in the world.
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Episode 248 "Mind of a Monster" with Dr. Michelle Ward, PHD
05/01/2023
Episode 248 "Mind of a Monster" with Dr. Michelle Ward, PHD
My guest tonight, for a late night conversation, is Dr. Michelle Ward, PHD. She’s been called the “real-life Clarice Starling” from Silence of the Lambs, and has starred in several crime documentary TV series including Investigation Discovery’s “Mind of a Murderer” and “Stalked: Someone’s Watching” that are all available on Discovery+. She is a popular podcast host who produces the hit show "Mind of a Monster" and “How Not To Raise A Serial Killer”. Today, she is widely sought after to assist in the criminal trials of some of the nation's most notorious offenders. Tonight, she is my guest as we discuss ways to spot a narcissist, a stalker, and even a serial killer on this fascinating episode of NECRONOMICAST! Dr. Ward's podcasts are available on all podcast platforms including: Special Thanks to Dr. Ward, the staff of Investigation Discovery, and Discovery+. Brian's microphone is the PR40 from
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Episode 247 Loyd Auerbach "The Paranormal Professor"
04/14/2023
Episode 247 Loyd Auerbach "The Paranormal Professor"
World-recognized paranormal expert and parapsychologist Loyd Auerbach is my guest tonight. Loyd holds a Master’s degree in Parapsychology, has 43 years of investigating the paranormal, and over 40 years teaching courses on the subject. He’s the author 9 books and two novels, was President of the Psychic Entertainers Association, was a professional magician, and even also holds a certificate as a professional chocolatier! He’s been featured on thousands of media appearances including Coast To Coast AM, Surviving Death, The UnXplained, Ghost Adventures, Sightings, In Search of..., Unsolved Mysteries as well as The Oprah Winfrey Show, Larry King Live, The View, The Today Show, Late Night with David Letterman, and ESPN's SportsCenter…and now NECRONOMICAST! Get in touch with Loyd at: Twitter @profparanormal [email protected]
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Episode 246 "The Secrets of the Sierra Sounds" with Ron Morehead
03/31/2023
Episode 246 "The Secrets of the Sierra Sounds" with Ron Morehead
Attention faithful listeners...no need to adjust your audio, what you hear in the episode intro is what is known in the world of cryptozoology as the “Sierra Sounds”…the famous tape recordings of real BIGFOOT communications from the early 1970s by my next guest, the legendary RON MOREHEAD. Ron is widely regarded as one of the world's eminent Bigfoot researchers and paranormal adventurists and is one of the OG’s in the world of Sasquatch research. Hear from Ron himself about the incredible true story behind the recordings and about his life's work uncovering the secrets of the "Sierra Sounds" on Necronomicast!
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Episode 245 "Transmissions After Zero" with Eric Mahoney
03/15/2023
Episode 245 "Transmissions After Zero" with Eric Mahoney
In 1997, indie rock band Brainiac was at the top of the music world. After recording a series of influential albums and grinding out tours that earned them a diehard following of fans worldwide, tragedy struck. They disbanded after the sudden death of lead singer Tim Taylor in a car accident on May 23, 1997. The remaining members of the band struggled to make sense of losing not only their lifelong friend, but also a million dollar record deal. My guest, Eric Mahoney, has created an incredible documentary film “Transmissions After Zero” that chronicles the rise, fall, and aftermath of Brainiac. What happened to Brainiac was indeed tragic, but this isn’t just a story of tragedy. It is a story of life, hard work, dedication, friendship, and love through the prism of 1990s indie rock and incredible creative energy. Join me and filmmaker Eric Mahoney on this episode of Necronomicast.
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Episode 244 Lt. Joe Kenda "Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face"
03/01/2023
Episode 244 Lt. Joe Kenda "Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face"
Tonight on Necronomicast, history is made as I welcome the return of one of the greatest crime fighters in modern American history, Lt. Joe Kenda! Lt. Joe joins us for an exclusive conversation detailing the case that is highlighted in the new special from Investigation Discovery and Discovery+, "Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face". A heinous crime and a diabolical criminal are no match for the tenacity and the dedication to justice of the homicide division of the Colorado Springs police department. Join me and Lt. Joe Kenda for a late night conversation on this episode of Necronomicast! "Homicide Hunter: The Man With No Face" debuts on Wednesday, March 8th at 9/8 Central on Investigation Discovery and streaming on Discovery+.
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Episode 243 "Hellraiser" with David Bruckner
02/15/2023
Episode 243 "Hellraiser" with David Bruckner
One of my favorite all time guests returns for an indepth discussion of his latest film! David Bruckner is one of the brightest and most talented directors working in horror movies today. He joins me for a late night conversation about his brand new film, the re-imagining of "Hellraiser". What is it like to take the reins of one of the most iconic franchises in modern horror cinema and infuse it with new life? What is it like to work alongside the legendary Clive Barker? What is it like to shoulder the responsibility of introducing a new incarnation of "Pinhead" for the next generation of horror fans? Give us one hour and you will know all! We have such sights to show you! "Hellraiser" is available to stream on HULU! Support the Necronomicast and help support the creative arts!
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