Alley Chats
ποΈ Alley Chats β Episode: Blood, Grit & Grindhouse: The Wild Worlds of Phil Mucci In this electrifying episode of Alley Chats, Rob sits down with filmmaker, photographer, and comic creator Phil Mucci, whose work is a love letter to the psychedelic horror and exploitation cinema of the 1960s and 70s β reimagined for the modern era. From his early days as a NYC music and fashion photographer, Philβs creative journey took him from behind the camera to the world of film and graphic storytelling. His award-winning short films The Listening Dead and Far Out gained international...
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π Alley Chats Podcast: Jason Huls β Horror Stories on Page and Screen In this episode of Alley Chats, Rob sits down with Jason Huls, a filmmaker and horror writer whose chilling imagination has brought nightmares to life on both the page and the screen. Jason shares his journey into horror, from writing dark fiction featured in anthologies and role-playing games to creating award-winning films that have screened at festivals such as Days of the Dead, HorrorHound, the H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival, and even Joe Bob Briggsβ World Drive-In Movie Festivalβwhere his short film That Damned...
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π Alley Chats Podcast: Eric Lard β Sci-Fi Adventures Across the Stars In this episode of Alley Chats, Rob sits down with Eric Lard, the award-winning science fiction author behind The Incursion Chronicles, The Soul Machine Saga, and The Chronicles of Bodie Nine. Eric shares his journey from surfing and snowboarding in the Sierra Nevada to crafting epic sci-fi adventures filled with high-stakes action, deep character arcs, and visionary worldbuilding. With multiple honorable mentions from Writers of the Future, Eric has carved out a reputation for creating immersive universes where...
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Marc Alan Fishman β Unshaven Comics & The Samurnauts In this episode of Alley Chats, Rob sits down with Marc Alan Fishman, the bearded creative force behind Unshaven Comics. Marc has spent 15 years bringing bold, exciting stories to life as both an illustrator and writer, with projects ranging from Mine: A Graphic Novel for Planned Parenthood to The March: Crossing Bridges in America, and the fan-favorite all-ages indie series The Samurnauts. We dive into his journey as a comic creator, marketer, social media pro, and stand-up comedian, exploring how he balances a career in comics with...
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In this episode of Alley Chats, we sit down with Isaac Popovich, a creepy cartoonist whose one-page horror comics capture the eerie charm of 1920sβ1930s rubber hose animation. His work blends nostalgia with terror, creating unforgettable strips that feel like classic cartoons gone hauntingly wrong. Isaac currently works with Guerrilla Publishing and freelances for two other publishers, all while balancing his career as a travel nurse. In his free time, he crafts and shares his comics on Instagram, posting them for fans to enjoy at no cost. Join us as Isaac talks about his artistic journey,...
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In this episode of Alley Chats, we welcome Ansel Burch β podcaster, actor, pirate, and the creative mind behind Pickup Con! Whether heβs crafting immersive stories, lending his voice to audio adventures, or captivating live audiences, Ansel knows how to bring any project to life with energy and imagination. From his pirate adventures to his innovative work in podcasting and event creation, Ansel shares how he blends creativity with business savvy to deliver unforgettable experiences. We talk storytelling, marketing, and the art of building a personal brand that leaps through earbuds...
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Kevin Krull: Comics, Timewise, and the Art of Storytelling Rob sits down with comic creator Kevin Krull to discuss his debut graphic novel Timewise, the creative process, and the unique challenges of indie publishing. Kevin shares the inspiration behind Timewise, a 140-page graphic novel exploring what might happen if you met your future selfβ¦ and didnβt like what you saw. From building the storyβs emotional core to navigating Kickstarter and indie comics, this episode is packed with insights for comic fans, writers, and creators alike. π― Support TIMEWISE on Kickstarter π About...
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Matthew Hansel on Classic Characters & Cartooning Craft In this episode of Alley Chats, we sit down with acclaimed cartoonist Matthew Hansel, whose pen has breathed new life into some of the most iconic characters in animation history. From Underdog to Casper the Friendly Ghost, Rocky and Bullwinkle, Tennessee Tuxedo, and even the Pink Panther, Hanselβs work blends deep respect for vintage charm with modern-day artistry. Whether you're an animation buff, a lifelong comics fan, or just love pop culture nostalgia, this episode will take you behind the ink with one of the genreβs most...
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Black Mirror Enters the Graphic Novel Multiverse with Neil Gibson In this crossover episode of Alley Chats and Go Fund This, Rob interviews Neil Gibson, acclaimed writer and mastermind behind the latest twisted project from Twisted Comics: the official Black Mirror: USS Callister graphic novel, now crowdfunding on Kickstarter! π Based on the fan-favorite episode from the Emmy Award-winning anthology series created by Charlie Brooker, USS Callister takes a sharp, satirical look at toxic escapism, digital identity, and unchecked power. Now, itβs being brought to life in graphic novel form...
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Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater of Monsters Lounge Podcast ποΈ Episode Summary: In this spine-tingling episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the unexplained with Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater, co-hosts of the Monsters Lounge Podcast. With a passion for folklore, cryptids, UFOs, and all things Fortean, Jeni and Tressa bring heart, humor, and deep curiosity to the world of the paranormal. We explore: The origins and evolution of Monsters Lounge Podcast Personal stories of paranormal fascination What it means to investigate the unknown with skepticism and joy Favorite cryptid...
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ποΈ Episode Summary:
In this spine-tingling episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the unexplained with Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater, co-hosts of the Monsters Lounge Podcast. With a passion for folklore, cryptids, UFOs, and all things Fortean, Jeni and Tressa bring heart, humor, and deep curiosity to the world of the paranormal.
We explore:
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The origins and evolution of Monsters Lounge Podcast
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Personal stories of paranormal fascination
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What it means to investigate the unknown with skepticism and joy
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Favorite cryptid encounters, alien theories, and Fortean tales
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Why this podcast is building a loyal and spooky-loving audience
Whether youβre a seasoned paranormal fan or just cryptid-curious, this episode is a fun, thoughtful deep dive into the mysteries that keep us looking beyond the veil.
π€ About Jeni Monroe & Tressa Slater:
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Jeni Monroe has a lifelong fascination with the natural world, myth, and folklore.
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Tressa Slater has always gazed upward, driven by a quest to understand what lies beyond the stars.
Together, they host the Monsters Lounge Podcast β where curiosity meets the creepy, and no topic is too weird to explore. From Bigfoot to aliens, shadow people to secret government coverups, they cover it all with humor, insight, and a shared love of the unknown.
π Follow Monsters Lounge Podcast:
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π Website: monstersloungepodcast.com
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π All Links: linktr.ee/monsterslounge
π Keywords:
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