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]]> false The Dark Fantastic Network info+6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd@mg-eu.acast.com 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd the-dark-fantastic-podcast https://www.spreaker.com/show/5107981/episodes/feed episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd/show-cover.jpg https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ The Dark Fantastic Podcast https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Last Seen: A Mystery Podcast. Coming Soon. Last Seen: A Mystery Podcast. Coming Soon. Wed, 03 Jan 2024 19:06:18 GMT 0:27 6595af2c4c98580016796811 false https://shows.acast.com/the-dark-fantastic-podcast/episodes/last-seen-a-mystery-podcast-coming-soon 6595af2c4c98580016796811 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd last-seen-a-mystery-podcast-coming-soon Teaser trailer A young woman goes missing. A stranger in black haunts the streets of the city. A mystery that starts a chain of unstoppable events, and forces a group of friends to face their darkest secrets.


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Last Seen. A mystery podcast.


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]]> Season 3 Coming Soon! Season 3 Coming Soon! Fri, 14 Apr 2023 20:34:03 GMT 0:18 6439b74b6cc4680011ed79fe false https://shows.acast.com/the-dark-fantastic-podcast/episodes/season-3-coming-soon 6439b74b6cc4680011ed79fe 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd season-3-coming-soon trailer 3

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]]> Episode 23: Xmas Special - Resurrecting Sherlock Holmes. Guest: Author David Stuart Davies Episode 23: Xmas Special - Resurrecting Sherlock Holmes. Guest: Author David Stuart Davies Fri, 23 Dec 2022 15:12:45 GMT 54:51 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52266496 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep23-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d5dc 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Author and renowned Sherlock Holmes expert David Stuart Davies, joins host Ahmed Khalifa to talk about his latest Sherlock novel, Revenge from The Grave, as well as the beauty and timelessness of Victorian and Edwardian mystery fiction. © The Dark... full 2
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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 22: The Shadow's Legacy. Guest: Writer Will Murray]]> Sun, 18 Dec 2022 14:25:54 GMT 1:14:03 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52217654 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep22-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d5dd 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd The great Will Murray, one of the most prolific authors working today, having written more than 50 novels and short story collections, including tales featuring, Sherlock Holmes, The Shadow, Doc Savage, and many more, joins host Ahmed Khalifa to talk... full 2
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]]> Episode 21: Shadowlands and Floating Dragons: A Tribute to Peter Straub (Pocket Edition) Episode 21: Shadowlands and Floating Dragons: A Tribute to Peter Straub (Pocket Edition) Sun, 04 Dec 2022 13:05:01 GMT 22:45 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52091254 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep21 6432cc85d96f65001191d5de 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this special episode, Ahmed Khalifa pays tribute to Peter Straub, the acclaimed dark fantasy author of such novels as Ghost Story and Floating Dragon.Khalifa also discusses the work and legacy of Stuart Woods, most famous for his Stone... full 2
Khalifa also discusses the work and legacy of Stuart Woods, most famous for his Stone Barrington thrillers, who also passed away this year.

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- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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Khalifa also discusses the work and legacy of Stuart Woods, most famous for his Stone Barrington thrillers, who also passed away this year.

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- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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]]> Episode 20: A Master Class With Filmmaker Mark Pellington Episode 20: A Master Class With Filmmaker Mark Pellington Fri, 30 Sep 2022 22:15:57 GMT 1:09:41 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51432225 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep20 6432cc85d96f65001191d5df 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full 2
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- Mark Pellington's Official Website: https://www.markpellington.com/

- THE SEVERING (Official Website): https://www.kinolorber.com/film/view/id/5510

- THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES OST: https://open.spotify.com/album/6S9EpZsVwpfBd39IorgorG

- COFFIN X BY A. Kale: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

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- Mark Pellington's Official Website: https://www.markpellington.com/

- THE SEVERING (Official Website): https://www.kinolorber.com/film/view/id/5510

- THE MOTHMAN PROPHECIES OST: https://open.spotify.com/album/6S9EpZsVwpfBd39IorgorG

- COFFIN X BY A. Kale: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

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]]> Episode 19: Liner Notes and Musical Boundaries. Guest: Writer A. Scott Galloway Episode 19: Liner Notes and Musical Boundaries. Guest: Writer A. Scott Galloway Fri, 26 Aug 2022 15:57:41 GMT 1:09:20 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51039210 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep19-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e0 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks to veteran writer and music journalist A. Scott Galloway. Mr. Galloway has written over 300 liner note essays for music CD reissues of classic albums and compilations, several of which he produced. His... full 2
- Your host, A. K., talks to veteran writer and music journalist A. Scott Galloway. Mr. Galloway has written over 300 liner note essays for music CD reissues of classic albums and compilations, several of which he produced. His work was commissioned by the companies Rhino, Universal, Sony Legacy, Blue Note, among many other labels. He joins A.K. to talk about music history, the uselessness of musical boundaries, and the future of liner notes.

- A tribute to influential jazz singer, Connee Boswell.

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Links

- A. Scott Galloway's articles: https://eurweb.com/author/a-scott-galloway/

- "Way Down Yonder in New Orleans" by Connee Boswell and her Band: https://archive.org/details/78_way-down-yonder-in-new-orleans_connee-boswell-and-her-v-disc-music-men-yank-lawson_gbia0382471b/WAY+DOWN+YONDER+IN+NEW+ORLEANS+-+Connee+Boswell+and+her+V-Disc+Music+Men.flac

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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- Your host, A. K., talks to veteran writer and music journalist A. Scott Galloway. Mr. Galloway has written over 300 liner note essays for music CD reissues of classic albums and compilations, several of which he produced. His work was commissioned by the companies Rhino, Universal, Sony Legacy, Blue Note, among many other labels. He joins A.K. to talk about music history, the uselessness of musical boundaries, and the future of liner notes.

- A tribute to influential jazz singer, Connee Boswell.

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- A. Scott Galloway's articles: https://eurweb.com/author/a-scott-galloway/

- "Way Down Yonder in New Orleans" by Connee Boswell and her Band: https://archive.org/details/78_way-down-yonder-in-new-orleans_connee-boswell-and-her-v-disc-music-men-yank-lawson_gbia0382471b/WAY+DOWN+YONDER+IN+NEW+ORLEANS+-+Connee+Boswell+and+her+V-Disc+Music+Men.flac

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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]]> Episode 18: Writing in Hollywood, and Real Movie Stars. Guest: Writer Chuck Pfarrer Episode 18: Writing in Hollywood, and Real Movie Stars. Guest: Writer Chuck Pfarrer Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:25:48 GMT 1:06:48 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50951614 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep18 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e1 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks with ex-Navy SEAL, writer, and occasional actor, Chuck Pfarrer. Pfarrer has worked on such cult classics as Sam Raimi’s Darkman, Hard Target, Arlington Road, and is the author of several books and graphic... full 2
- Your host, A. K., talks with ex-Navy SEAL, writer, and occasional actor, Chuck Pfarrer. Pfarrer has worked on such cult classics as Sam Raimi’s Darkman, Hard Target, Arlington Road, and is the author of several books and graphic novels, including The Thing From Another Plant, a terrific sequel to John Carpenter’s The Thing.


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Links

- Chuck Pfarrer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChuckPfarrer

- Chuck's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B001HO7GSC

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

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- Your host, A. K., talks with ex-Navy SEAL, writer, and occasional actor, Chuck Pfarrer. Pfarrer has worked on such cult classics as Sam Raimi’s Darkman, Hard Target, Arlington Road, and is the author of several books and graphic novels, including The Thing From Another Plant, a terrific sequel to John Carpenter’s The Thing.


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Links

- Chuck Pfarrer on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChuckPfarrer

- Chuck's books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/kindle-dbs/entity/author/B001HO7GSC

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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]]> Introducing EXTRA DARK: Quick News, Updates, and Reviews Introducing EXTRA DARK: Quick News, Updates, and Reviews Fri, 22 Jul 2022 17:18:00 GMT 6:50 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50680827 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/extra-1 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e2 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Introducing EXTRA DARK , a mini-episode with news, reviews, and updates about all things dark and fantastic.© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.Links:- THE BIG DARK SKY by Dean Koontz:... bonus 2
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- THE BIG DARK SKY by Dean Koontz: https://www.scifinow.co.uk/books/dean-koontz-on-the-big-dark-sky-incredible-coincidences-and-buying-toys-for-his-dogs/

- DEVOTED by Dean Koontz Review: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2020/12/devoted-dean-koontz-review.html

- Tom Holland's Fright Night (Comics): https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/6453901/tom-hollands-fright-night-2

- The Kingcast with Glen Mazzara: https://www.fangoria.com/podcasts/the-kingcast/4-the-dark-tower-with-glen-mazzara/

- THE BLACK PHONE Review: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2022/07/movie-review-black-phone-2022.html

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- THE BIG DARK SKY by Dean Koontz: https://www.scifinow.co.uk/books/dean-koontz-on-the-big-dark-sky-incredible-coincidences-and-buying-toys-for-his-dogs/

- DEVOTED by Dean Koontz Review: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2020/12/devoted-dean-koontz-review.html

- Tom Holland's Fright Night (Comics): https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/6453901/tom-hollands-fright-night-2

- The Kingcast with Glen Mazzara: https://www.fangoria.com/podcasts/the-kingcast/4-the-dark-tower-with-glen-mazzara/

- THE BLACK PHONE Review: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2022/07/movie-review-black-phone-2022.html

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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 17: Hitchcock's Murder and Carpenter's Last Great Film (Pocket Edition)]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:14:17 GMT 36:57 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50308941 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep17 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e3 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full 2
- A.K. delves deep into the Hitchcock archive and talks about MURDER (1930), one of Hitchcock's most underrated and humane films.

- A brief review of the underwhelming THE BATMAN (2022).

- A.K's top ten favorite John Carpenter films. Number 10.

- A tribute to Vangelis.

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Links

- The Dark Fantastic Podcast Episode 13: Hitchcock in Black and White, and The Great David Williams (Pocket Edition): https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep13

- The Batman (2022): Full review: https://youtu.be/-lJSV2sCY4U

- Vangelis Improvisation (1982): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tgu_NqCxeKw

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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- A.K. delves deep into the Hitchcock archive and talks about MURDER (1930), one of Hitchcock's most underrated and humane films.

- A brief review of the underwhelming THE BATMAN (2022).

- A.K's top ten favorite John Carpenter films. Number 10.

- A tribute to Vangelis.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

Links

- The Dark Fantastic Podcast Episode 13: Hitchcock in Black and White, and The Great David Williams (Pocket Edition): https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep13

- The Batman (2022): Full review: https://youtu.be/-lJSV2sCY4U

- Vangelis Improvisation (1982): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tgu_NqCxeKw

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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]]> Episode 16: A Darkness Beautiful: The World of Hugh Walpole. Guest: Simon Dunant Episode 16: A Darkness Beautiful: The World of Hugh Walpole. Guest: Simon Dunant Wed, 08 Jun 2022 15:52:24 GMT 1:02:54 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50124418 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep16 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e4 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks with collector and independent researcher Simon Dunant, about Hugh Walpole, a near-forgotten author from the early 20th century, whose body of work (which includes everything from Gothic Horror to... full 2
- Your host, A. K., talks with collector and independent researcher Simon Dunant, about Hugh Walpole, a near-forgotten author from the early 20th century, whose body of work (which includes everything from Gothic Horror to Historical Fiction) is ripe for rediscovery. We delve into Walpole's fascinating life, his best novels, and Dunant's fantastic website, The Walpole Chronicles.

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Links

- The Walpole Chronicles Website: https://hughwalpole.com/

- MR. PERRIN AND MR. TRAILL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040615/

- THE OLD LADIES: Classic BBC Radio drama from 1968, available at the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/hugh-walpole-the-old-ladies

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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- Your host, A. K., talks with collector and independent researcher Simon Dunant, about Hugh Walpole, a near-forgotten author from the early 20th century, whose body of work (which includes everything from Gothic Horror to Historical Fiction) is ripe for rediscovery. We delve into Walpole's fascinating life, his best novels, and Dunant's fantastic website, The Walpole Chronicles.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

Links

- The Walpole Chronicles Website: https://hughwalpole.com/

- MR. PERRIN AND MR. TRAILL: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0040615/

- THE OLD LADIES: Classic BBC Radio drama from 1968, available at the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/hugh-walpole-the-old-ladies

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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]]> Episode 15: Movies Immortal and The Return of David E. Kelley (Pocket Edition) Episode 15: Movies Immortal and The Return of David E. Kelley (Pocket Edition) Wed, 25 May 2022 16:35:20 GMT 31:17 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49941870 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep15 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e5 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks about why some movies age while others seem to be immortal, with a brief but deep analysis of CITIZEN KANE, the films of John Carpenter, and much more.- A.K. discusses a recent article in SLATE... bonus 2
- Your host, A. K., talks about why some movies age while others seem to be immortal, with a brief but deep analysis of CITIZEN KANE, the films of John Carpenter, and much more.

- A.K. discusses a recent article in SLATE magazine about David E. Kelley, the man behind BIG LITTLE LIES, BIG SKY, and such classics as THE PRACTICE and BOSTON LEGAL.
- Spotlight on the new THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA soundtrack by composer Craig Safan.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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LINKS:

- https://slate.com/culture/2022/05/lincoln-lawyer-david-e-kelley-anatomy-scandal-netflix.html

- THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA by Craig Safan, complete soundtrack available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6hQdKX4tZY

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- Your host, A. K., talks about why some movies age while others seem to be immortal, with a brief but deep analysis of CITIZEN KANE, the films of John Carpenter, and much more.

- A.K. discusses a recent article in SLATE magazine about David E. Kelley, the man behind BIG LITTLE LIES, BIG SKY, and such classics as THE PRACTICE and BOSTON LEGAL.
- Spotlight on the new THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA soundtrack by composer Craig Safan.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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All sounds from: Zapsplat.com

LINKS:

- https://slate.com/culture/2022/05/lincoln-lawyer-david-e-kelley-anatomy-scandal-netflix.html

- THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA by Craig Safan, complete soundtrack available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S6hQdKX4tZY

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]]> The Dark Fantastic Network Presents: ED GORMAN: A MASTER OF SUSPENSE (Original Documentary) The Dark Fantastic Network Presents: ED GORMAN: A MASTER OF SUSPENSE (Original Documentary) Mon, 16 May 2022 17:39:52 GMT 21:20 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49817453 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/ed-gorman-docu 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e6 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd bonus 2
Written and Produced by Ahmed Khalifa

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022

* Special thanks to Richard Chizmar and Robert Randisi for their generosity and support.

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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References:

- http://westernfictionreview.blogspot.com/2009/06/interview-ed-gorman.html
- https://cinemaretro.com/index.php?/archives/293-DEAN-BRIERLY-INTERVIEWS-CRIME-NOVELIST-ED-GORMAN.html
- http://saddlebums.blogspot.com/2007/10/saddlebums-interview-ed-gorman.html
- https://gravetapping.blogspot.com/2017/01/interview-ed-gorman-from-2007-annotated.html
- http://therapsheet.blogspot.com/2016/11/ed-gorman-day.html

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Music:

Anomalous Hedges - Mini Vandals
Spirit of Fire - Jesse Gallagher
Traversing - Godmode
* All music from the Youtube Library

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Written and Produced by Ahmed Khalifa

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022

* Special thanks to Richard Chizmar and Robert Randisi for their generosity and support.

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to THE DARK FANTASTIC PODCAST: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

References:

- http://westernfictionreview.blogspot.com/2009/06/interview-ed-gorman.html
- https://cinemaretro.com/index.php?/archives/293-DEAN-BRIERLY-INTERVIEWS-CRIME-NOVELIST-ED-GORMAN.html
- http://saddlebums.blogspot.com/2007/10/saddlebums-interview-ed-gorman.html
- https://gravetapping.blogspot.com/2017/01/interview-ed-gorman-from-2007-annotated.html
- http://therapsheet.blogspot.com/2016/11/ed-gorman-day.html

All Jingle sounds: Zaplsplat.com

Music:

Anomalous Hedges - Mini Vandals
Spirit of Fire - Jesse Gallagher
Traversing - Godmode
* All music from the Youtube Library

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]]> Episode 14: The Art of Making Personal Movies. Guest: Oscar-Nominated Writer/Director Matthew Patrick Episode 14: The Art of Making Personal Movies. Guest: Oscar-Nominated Writer/Director Matthew Patrick Thu, 05 May 2022 15:47:59 GMT 1:19:27 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49677436 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep14 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e7 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks with Oscar-nominated writer/director/visual artist Matthew Patrick about making movies in Hollywood, crossing paths with Tom Cruise, his unmade HALLOWEEN sequel, meeting Nicolas Roeg, and much more.-... full 2
- Your host, A. K., talks with Oscar-nominated writer/director/visual artist Matthew Patrick about making movies in Hollywood, crossing paths with Tom Cruise, his unmade HALLOWEEN sequel, meeting Nicolas Roeg, and much more.

- An enhanced audio version of William Browne's poem SIRENS' SONG, read by Caprisha Page (original audio from Librivox).

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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Opening music on COFFIN X trailer, courtesy of PMSFX via Zapsplat (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/pmsfx/).

Links

- Matthew Patrick: https://vimeo.com/matthewpatrick

- HIDER IN THE HOUSE (1989) Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKZtZJ_3Kkw

- SIRENS' SONG by William Browne, read by Caprisha Page: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-114/

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- Your host, A. K., talks with Oscar-nominated writer/director/visual artist Matthew Patrick about making movies in Hollywood, crossing paths with Tom Cruise, his unmade HALLOWEEN sequel, meeting Nicolas Roeg, and much more.

- An enhanced audio version of William Browne's poem SIRENS' SONG, read by Caprisha Page (original audio from Librivox).

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

All sounds from: Zapsplat.com

Opening music on COFFIN X trailer, courtesy of PMSFX via Zapsplat (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/pmsfx/).

Links

- Matthew Patrick: https://vimeo.com/matthewpatrick

- HIDER IN THE HOUSE (1989) Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKZtZJ_3Kkw

- SIRENS' SONG by William Browne, read by Caprisha Page: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-114/

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]]> Episode 13: Hitchcock in Black and White, and The Great David Williams (Pocket Edition) Episode 13: Hitchcock in Black and White, and The Great David Williams (Pocket Edition) Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:47:24 GMT 25:14 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49436027 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep13 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e8 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd If you’re a fan of Hitchcock, great movies, or funky music, stay tuned!In this episode:- Your host, A. K., talks about rediscovering the black and white Hitchcock films of the 1920s and 30s, like Number 17 (1932) and Blackmail (1930).- A... bonus 2
In this episode:

- Your host, A. K., talks about rediscovering the black and white Hitchcock films of the 1920s and 30s, like Number 17 (1932) and Blackmail (1930).

- A tribute to the late, great David Williams, rhythm guitarist extraordinaire, who collaborated with every one from Michael Jackson, to Madonna, to Bryan Ferry.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

All sounds from: Zapsplat.com

Opening music on COFFIN X trailer, courtesy of PMSFX via Zapsplat (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/pmsfx/).

Links

- THE DARK FANTASTIC PODCAST: Episode 5: https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep5

- THE LADY VANISHES Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dPl5LVYSAo

- Clip from MTV MOST WANTED with David Williams: https://youtu.be/JPodK48YRZA

- I PUT A SPELL ON YOU (Live): https://youtu.be/l5_NjVaeGoI?t=19

- Bryan Ferry's TAXI: https://open.spotify.com/album/0KwGcNoGh3YLuggXeTGsIe

- Bryan Ferry's MAMOUNA: https://open.spotify.com/album/6jmP4E4zDhHFh9gRHJrP8e

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In this episode:

- Your host, A. K., talks about rediscovering the black and white Hitchcock films of the 1920s and 30s, like Number 17 (1932) and Blackmail (1930).

- A tribute to the late, great David Williams, rhythm guitarist extraordinaire, who collaborated with every one from Michael Jackson, to Madonna, to Bryan Ferry.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- COFFIN X by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Coffin-X-Novel-Kale-ebook/dp/B005XOAU6M

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

All sounds from: Zapsplat.com

Opening music on COFFIN X trailer, courtesy of PMSFX via Zapsplat (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/pmsfx/).

Links

- THE DARK FANTASTIC PODCAST: Episode 5: https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep5

- THE LADY VANISHES Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dPl5LVYSAo

- Clip from MTV MOST WANTED with David Williams: https://youtu.be/JPodK48YRZA

- I PUT A SPELL ON YOU (Live): https://youtu.be/l5_NjVaeGoI?t=19

- Bryan Ferry's TAXI: https://open.spotify.com/album/0KwGcNoGh3YLuggXeTGsIe

- Bryan Ferry's MAMOUNA: https://open.spotify.com/album/6jmP4E4zDhHFh9gRHJrP8e

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]]> Episode 12: Ghostbusters and The Beauty of Nostalgia. Guest: Writer Erik Burnham Episode 12: Ghostbusters and The Beauty of Nostalgia. Guest: Writer Erik Burnham Sun, 27 Mar 2022 13:55:20 GMT 44:35 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49215432 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep12 6432cc85d96f65001191d5e9 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd If you’re a fan of blockbusters, comic books, or Ghostbusters, stay tuned!In this episode:- Interview with writer Erik Burnham, a prolific and multi-talented artist and writer. He has done work for IDW Publishing, including his critically... full 2
In this episode:

- Interview with writer Erik Burnham, a prolific and multi-talented artist and writer. He has done work for IDW Publishing, including his critically acclaimed work on the GHOSTBUSTERS line of comic books. He joins host A. K. to talk about Ghostbusters, meeting a legend, his ear for dialogue, and the importance of being a voracious reader.

- A short discussion about the concept of nostalgia, why it's under attack, and how it can be a force for positive change.

- A clip from SCARED STIFF (1945), a little known classic comedy starring the great Jack Haley, better known as The Tin Man from the MGM adaptation of The Wizard of Oz..
It’s a delightful movie for all ages, and it’s available online, for free, on many streaming sites.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Opening music on BAD DREAMS trailer, courtesy of Dave Miles (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/dave-miles-music/)

Links

- Erik Burnham's official site: https://www.burnhamania.com/

- Clip from GHOSTBUSTERS (1984): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7zVqK8ZJyA

- Article: NOSTALGIC FOR THE FUTURE by Edward Curtin: http://edwardcurtin.com/nostalgic-for-the-future/

- SCARED STIFF (1945): Watch for free at the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/Scared_Stiff

- Trailer for Bad Dreams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMfF0E86zMI

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In this episode:

- Interview with writer Erik Burnham, a prolific and multi-talented artist and writer. He has done work for IDW Publishing, including his critically acclaimed work on the GHOSTBUSTERS line of comic books. He joins host A. K. to talk about Ghostbusters, meeting a legend, his ear for dialogue, and the importance of being a voracious reader.

- A short discussion about the concept of nostalgia, why it's under attack, and how it can be a force for positive change.

- A clip from SCARED STIFF (1945), a little known classic comedy starring the great Jack Haley, better known as The Tin Man from the MGM adaptation of The Wizard of Oz..
It’s a delightful movie for all ages, and it’s available online, for free, on many streaming sites.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

All sounds from: Zapsplat.com

Opening music on BAD DREAMS trailer, courtesy of Dave Miles (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/dave-miles-music/)

Links

- Erik Burnham's official site: https://www.burnhamania.com/

- Clip from GHOSTBUSTERS (1984): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7zVqK8ZJyA

- Article: NOSTALGIC FOR THE FUTURE by Edward Curtin: http://edwardcurtin.com/nostalgic-for-the-future/

- SCARED STIFF (1945): Watch for free at the Internet Archive: https://archive.org/details/Scared_Stiff

- Trailer for Bad Dreams: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bMfF0E86zMI

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]]> Episode 11: The Many Faces of The Falcon (Pocket Edition) Episode 11: The Many Faces of The Falcon (Pocket Edition) Fri, 11 Mar 2022 17:10:25 GMT 23:31 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49030762 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep11 6432cc85d96f65001191d5ea 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd The first Pocket edition of The Dark Fantastic Podcast, a mini-episode, with lots of good things squeezed into its short running time. In this episode:- The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery... full 2
- The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery novel. A dive into the many faces of The Maltese Falcon on film.

- The Card Counter: A quick look at Paul Schrader's The Card Counter, an example of a brilliant filmmaker who's more interested in his message, in teaching his audience, than in telling a good story.

- Spotlight on The Veldt, one of the most underrated bands on the planet.

Links:

- Reviews of the three versions of The Maltese Falcon: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2022/03/film-review-maltese-falcon-all-three.html

- The Veldt - The Everlasting Gobstopper (Live At Oak City Sessions): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCrE-qtrgYE

Podcast © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

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Opening music on BAD DREAMS trailer, courtesy of Dave Miles (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/dave-miles-music/)

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- The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery novel. A dive into the many faces of The Maltese Falcon on film.

- The Card Counter: A quick look at Paul Schrader's The Card Counter, an example of a brilliant filmmaker who's more interested in his message, in teaching his audience, than in telling a good story.

- Spotlight on The Veldt, one of the most underrated bands on the planet.

Links:

- Reviews of the three versions of The Maltese Falcon: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/2022/03/film-review-maltese-falcon-all-three.html

- The Veldt - The Everlasting Gobstopper (Live At Oak City Sessions): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCrE-qtrgYE

Podcast © The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Opening music on BAD DREAMS trailer, courtesy of Dave Miles (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/dave-miles-music/)

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]]> Film Reviews: The Maltese Falcon (Special) Film Reviews: The Maltese Falcon (Special) Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:46:30 GMT 3:50 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48980903 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-maltese-falcon-special 6432cc85d96f65001191d5eb 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Considered a classic, mainly due to its inventive casting and stylish direction, The Maltese Falcon (1941) wasn’t the first attempt to adapt Dashiell Hammett’s classic mystery novel. Listen to the full reviews here.© The Dark Fantastic Network.... bonus 2
© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

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© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

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]]> Episode 10: C. S. Lewis and The Fight for The Truth. Guest: Michael Zwaagstra Episode 10: C. S. Lewis and The Fight for The Truth. Guest: Michael Zwaagstra Sun, 27 Feb 2022 13:08:34 GMT 41:53 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48885447 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep10 6432cc85d96f65001191d5ec 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- An interview with public high school teacher and author Michael Zwaagstra, who joins the show to talk about the future of education, the importance of content knowledge, and his love for the books of C. S. Lewis.- A clip from... full 2
- An interview with public high school teacher and author Michael Zwaagstra, who joins the show to talk about the future of education, the importance of content knowledge, and his love for the books of C. S. Lewis.

- A clip from Zwaagstra’s video: There is Nothing New About 21st Century Learning

- Your host, A.K., talks about “growing up”, and books and movies that are considered not fit for “grown ups”.

- A clip from the novel, The Warden, by Anthony Trollope, taken from the audiobook version, read by Nick Whitely, and which is available for free download on the Librivox website. The clip is from chapter 15, and in it Trollope makes fun of Dickens, whom he calls Mr. Sentiment.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.

Links:

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

- Michael Zwaagstra’s website: https://michaelzwaagstra.com/

- Making Schools Better Series: There is Nothing New About 21st Century Learning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt_oRXPW3V4

- The Warden by Anthony Trollope (Audiobook): https://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-3/

For more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

Subscribe to the podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-dark-fantastic-podcast, at Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vBeRd8irHyDHbGaqLfEGx, or wherever you get your podcasts.

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Opening music on BAD DREAMS trailer, courtesy of Dave Miles (https://www.zapsplat.com/author/dave-miles-music/)

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- An interview with public high school teacher and author Michael Zwaagstra, who joins the show to talk about the future of education, the importance of content knowledge, and his love for the books of C. S. Lewis.

- A clip from Zwaagstra’s video: There is Nothing New About 21st Century Learning

- Your host, A.K., talks about “growing up”, and books and movies that are considered not fit for “grown ups”.

- A clip from the novel, The Warden, by Anthony Trollope, taken from the audiobook version, read by Nick Whitely, and which is available for free download on the Librivox website. The clip is from chapter 15, and in it Trollope makes fun of Dickens, whom he calls Mr. Sentiment.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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- Michael Zwaagstra’s website: https://michaelzwaagstra.com/

- Making Schools Better Series: There is Nothing New About 21st Century Learning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt_oRXPW3V4

- The Warden by Anthony Trollope (Audiobook): https://librivox.org/the-warden-by-anthony-trollope-3/

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]]> Book Review: DRACULA: ASYLUM by Paul Witcover Book Review: DRACULA: ASYLUM by Paul Witcover Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:09:54 GMT 3:15 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48712233 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/dracula-asylum 6432cc85d96f65001191d5ee 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd bonus 1
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]]> Episode 9: A Special L.A. Episode. Guest: Composer Craig Safan Episode 9: A Special L.A. Episode. Guest: Composer Craig Safan Sun, 30 Jan 2022 15:42:46 GMT 42:06 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48508763 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep9 6432cc85d96f65001191d5ef 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- An interview with musician and composer Craig Safan (The Last Starfighter, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), in which he talks about his work, his love of L.A, and his latest album L.A. Ex.- Your host, A.K., shares some of his... full
- An interview with musician and composer Craig Safan (The Last Starfighter, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), in which he talks about his work, his love of L.A, and his latest album L.A. Ex.

- Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite books and movies about L.A.

- A clip from DRAGNET, the classic TV show set in L.A.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

- Craig Safan's Official Website: https://craigsafan.com/

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- Clip from "Pandora's Box" by Craig Safan, from his album L.A. Ex (available on Spotify and to buy), used by permission from the composer.

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- An interview with musician and composer Craig Safan (The Last Starfighter, A Nightmare on Elm Street 4), in which he talks about his work, his love of L.A, and his latest album L.A. Ex.

- Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite books and movies about L.A.

- A clip from DRAGNET, the classic TV show set in L.A.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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- Clip from "Pandora's Box" by Craig Safan, from his album L.A. Ex (available on Spotify and to buy), used by permission from the composer.

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]]> Double-Feature Review: MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN/THE LADY IN QUESTION (1999) Double-Feature Review: MURDER IN A SMALL TOWN/THE LADY IN QUESTION (1999) Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:12:45 GMT 2:22 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48468003 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/wilder 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f0 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> New Episodes Coming Soon! New Episodes Coming Soon! Tue, 18 Jan 2022 16:02:04 GMT 0:31 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48348465 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/new 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f1 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd The Dark Fantastic Podcast will be back soon. Stay tuned!© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.All sounds from: Zapsplat.comFor more reviews and content, please visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/Subscribe to the podcast at... full
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]]> Movie Review: HAMMER (2020) Movie Review: HAMMER (2020) Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:57:09 GMT 2:11 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48138909 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/hammer-review 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f2 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Clocking in at just over 80 minutes and slipping under the release radar, Hammer (2020) is an effective, quietly moving, and compelling psychological/crime thriller. Listen to the full review here.© The Dark Fantastic Network. 2022.For more... full
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]]> Book Review: CURTAINS OF BLOOD by Robert J. Randisi Book Review: CURTAINS OF BLOOD by Robert J. Randisi Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:53:40 GMT 1:34 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48138883 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/curtains-of-blood 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f3 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Movie Review: THE ASSISTANT (2019) Movie Review: THE ASSISTANT (2019) Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:51:03 GMT 2:44 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48138871 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-assistant 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f4 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Episode 8 (Xmas Special): CHRISTMAS TALES AND POSITIVE MESSAGES. Guest: Actor/Producer Jordan Werner Episode 8 (Xmas Special): CHRISTMAS TALES AND POSITIVE MESSAGES. Guest: Actor/Producer Jordan Werner Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:45:32 GMT 46:31 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48036411 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep8 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f5 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd On this episode:- An interview with actor/producer Jordan Werner, who stars in the new movie DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. In this interview we talk about his work as actor and producer on the film; how he got his start in acting; and the future of... full
- An interview with actor/producer Jordan Werner, who stars in the new movie DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. In this interview we talk about his work as actor and producer on the film; how he got his start in acting; and the future of spiritual stories in Hollywood.

- Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite Christmas books and movies, including a number of hidden gems.

- A recording of Robert Louis Stevenson's poem, WINTER TIME.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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- The Works of Charles Dickens are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/37

- The Works of Agatha Christie: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/451

- The Works of Hugh Walpole are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1207

- WINTER TIME by R. L. Stevenson, read by Tomas Peter, and is available here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-186-by-various/

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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- An interview with actor/producer Jordan Werner, who stars in the new movie DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH. In this interview we talk about his work as actor and producer on the film; how he got his start in acting; and the future of spiritual stories in Hollywood.

- Your host, A.K., shares some of his favorite Christmas books and movies, including a number of hidden gems.

- A recording of Robert Louis Stevenson's poem, WINTER TIME.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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Mentioned in the episode:

- The Works of Charles Dickens are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/37

- The Works of Agatha Christie: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/451

- The Works of Hugh Walpole are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/1207

- WINTER TIME by R. L. Stevenson, read by Tomas Peter, and is available here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-186-by-various/

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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]]> <![CDATA[Book Review: Dracula's Demeter by Doug Lamoreux]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 11:18:33 GMT 2:25 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47944126 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/draculas-demeter 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f6 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Bram Stoker’s seminal horror novel, Dracula, has inspired numerous sequels, prequels, re-imaginings, and stories focused on side characters from the book. What makes Dracula’s Demeter by Doug Lamoreux in some ways special, is its focus on the vampire... full
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]]> Episode 7: BOOGEYMEN AND ORIGINAL STORIES. Guest: Author/Editor Richard Chizmar Episode 7: BOOGEYMEN AND ORIGINAL STORIES. Guest: Author/Editor Richard Chizmar Sun, 12 Dec 2021 12:36:40 GMT 41:53 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47890810 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep7 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f7 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- An interview with author, editor, and screenwriter Richard Chizmar, in which he talks about the challenges of editing good anthologies, the influence of the late, great Ed Gorman on his writing, and working with Stephen King.-... full
- An interview with author, editor, and screenwriter Richard Chizmar, in which he talks about the challenges of editing good anthologies, the influence of the late, great Ed Gorman on his writing, and working with Stephen King.

- Your host, A.K., talks about originality in fiction, and what makes a book original. What makes the books of Dickens, Stephen King, and J. K. Rowling so successful? Is it the prose, the voice of the storyteller, or the originality of the plot?

- A recording of Robert Louis Stevenson's poem, WINDY NIGHTS.

- Easter Egg: THE WAIT, a new short story!

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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Mentioned in the episode:

- The Works of Charles Dickens are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/37

- The Works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/69

- The Works of Henry James are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/113

- WINDY NIGHTS by Stevenson, read by Mike Kauffman, and is available here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-015/

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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- An interview with author, editor, and screenwriter Richard Chizmar, in which he talks about the challenges of editing good anthologies, the influence of the late, great Ed Gorman on his writing, and working with Stephen King.

- Your host, A.K., talks about originality in fiction, and what makes a book original. What makes the books of Dickens, Stephen King, and J. K. Rowling so successful? Is it the prose, the voice of the storyteller, or the originality of the plot?

- A recording of Robert Louis Stevenson's poem, WINDY NIGHTS.

- Easter Egg: THE WAIT, a new short story!

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

© Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.

Mentioned in the episode:

- The Works of Charles Dickens are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/37

- The Works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/69

- The Works of Henry James are available for free at Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/113

- WINDY NIGHTS by Stevenson, read by Mike Kauffman, and is available here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-015/

- BAD DREAMS by A. Kale is available at Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Bad-Dreams-coming-horror-novel-ebook/dp/B07L2H2YMP

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]]> Book Review: THE VOICE OF THE NIGHT By Dean Koontz Book Review: THE VOICE OF THE NIGHT By Dean Koontz Wed, 08 Dec 2021 11:22:25 GMT 3:15 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47835206 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-voice-of-the-night-review 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f8 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd First published in 1980 under the pseudonym Brian Coffey, and later released under his own name in 1991, The Voice of The Night is one of Dean Koontz’s best, yet least known, novels. It is one of his most understated books, and his only coming-of-age... full
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]]> Film Review: CRY MACHO (2021) Film Review: CRY MACHO (2021) Sat, 04 Dec 2021 11:13:28 GMT 3:04 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47781945 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/cry-macho-revieW 6432cc85d96f65001191d5f9 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Clint Eastwood returns as actor and director with Cry Macho (2021), a sweet, gentle, and charming little film, which in its own modest, easy-going way, achieves so much with seemingly little effort. Listen to the full review here.© The Dark... full
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]]> Book Review: UNCLE SILAS (1864) by J. S. Le Fanu Book Review: UNCLE SILAS (1864) by J. S. Le Fanu Mon, 29 Nov 2021 14:19:54 GMT 3:40 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47704200 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/uncle-silas-book-review 6432cc85d96f65001191d5fa 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Episode 6: Lynch, Frost, and The Future of Twin Peaks. Guest: Author/TV Historian David Bushman Episode 6: Lynch, Frost, and The Future of Twin Peaks. Guest: Author/TV Historian David Bushman Sun, 28 Nov 2021 11:41:29 GMT 1:03:49 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47689954 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep6 6432cc85d96f65001191d5fb 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode:- Your host, A.K., talks about the secret behind successful creative partnerships in film and TV.- The mystery behind the magic of TWIN PEAKS. Who is responsible, David Lynch or Mark Frost? A brief history of the making of the TV... full
- Your host, A.K., talks about the secret behind successful creative partnerships in film and TV.

- The mystery behind the magic of TWIN PEAKS. Who is responsible, David Lynch or Mark Frost? A brief history of the making of the TV show.

- An interview with author and TV historian David Bushman (CONVERSATIONS WITH MARK FROST), in which David and myself come up with what may be the definitive answer to the question: "Will there ever be more TWIN PEAKS?"

- A recording of Poe's ANNABEL LEE.

- Easter Egg: THE HIGHWAY, a new short story.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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* Poe's ANNABEL LEE, read by Ed Good, and taken from the Librivox website: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-015/

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- Your host, A.K., talks about the secret behind successful creative partnerships in film and TV.

- The mystery behind the magic of TWIN PEAKS. Who is responsible, David Lynch or Mark Frost? A brief history of the making of the TV show.

- An interview with author and TV historian David Bushman (CONVERSATIONS WITH MARK FROST), in which David and myself come up with what may be the definitive answer to the question: "Will there ever be more TWIN PEAKS?"

- A recording of Poe's ANNABEL LEE.

- Easter Egg: THE HIGHWAY, a new short story.

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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* Poe's ANNABEL LEE, read by Ed Good, and taken from the Librivox website: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-015/

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]]> <![CDATA[10 Great Horror Books You Don't Know About]]> Thu, 25 Nov 2021 13:27:44 GMT 7:00 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47652718 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/10-great-books 6432cc85d96f65001191d5fc 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Horror fans are always looking for something new to watch, read, or listen to. There are “best of” lists aplenty, with each list focusing on a certain sub-genre or category. With this list, I am going to include ten books that I greatly admire, for... full
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]]> Episode 5: Timeless Music, The Blues, and The Great Bobby Rush. Guest: Author/Musician Herb Powell Episode 5: Timeless Music, The Blues, and The Great Bobby Rush. Guest: Author/Musician Herb Powell Thu, 18 Nov 2021 12:17:41 GMT 47:43 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47536469 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep5 6432cc85d96f65001191d5fd 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd - Your host, A.K., talks about what makes certain albums, songs, and compositions timeless, including ANOTHER TIME, ANOTHER PLACE (1974) by Bryan Ferry, and FOLKFUNK (2004) by Bobby Rush.- An interview with author, musician, and music historian Herb... full
- An interview with author, musician, and music historian Herb Powell, co-author of I AIN'T STUDDIN' YA, the autobiography of Bobby Rush.

- A recording of Shelley's TO: MUSIC, WHEN SOFT VOICES DIE.

- Easter Egg: THE WIND, a new short story!

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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Bobby Rush's Performance at Ground Zero: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTgEVMvDRWE

To: Music, When Soft Voices Die by Shelley, performed by Leonard Wilson: https://librivox.org/shelley-selected-poems-and-prose-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/

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- An interview with author, musician, and music historian Herb Powell, co-author of I AIN'T STUDDIN' YA, the autobiography of Bobby Rush.

- A recording of Shelley's TO: MUSIC, WHEN SOFT VOICES DIE.

- Easter Egg: THE WIND, a new short story!

- Book Trailer: BAD DREAMS, a novel by A. Kale, available on Amazon.

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To: Music, When Soft Voices Die by Shelley, performed by Leonard Wilson: https://librivox.org/shelley-selected-poems-and-prose-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/

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Sax Riff on THE WIND, courtesy of Adam A. Johnson (www.zapsplat.coms/author/adam-a-johnson)

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]]> Book Review: A SECOND COMING (1900) By Richard Marsh Book Review: A SECOND COMING (1900) By Richard Marsh Tue, 16 Nov 2021 12:42:27 GMT 2:29 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47501836 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/a-second-coming-review 6432cc85d96f65001191d5fe 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd It is hard to imagine that A Second Coming (1900) by Richard Marsh, a heartfelt, thought-provoking, and haunting novel about the second coming of The Christ, was written by the same man who gave us the forgettable Gothic-Horror of The Beetle (1897).... full
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]]> Classic Review: JEWEL OF SEVEN STARS (1903) By Bram Stoker Classic Review: JEWEL OF SEVEN STARS (1903) By Bram Stoker Tue, 09 Nov 2021 11:01:28 GMT 2:02 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47388729 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/jewel-of-seven-stars 6432cc85d96f65001191d5ff 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Episode 4: PSYCHOS AND SILVER BULLETS: A Post-Halloween Special Episode. Guest: Writer Nick Sullivan Episode 4: PSYCHOS AND SILVER BULLETS: A Post-Halloween Special Episode. Guest: Writer Nick Sullivan Mon, 08 Nov 2021 13:44:44 GMT 52:58 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47372117 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep4 6432cc85d96f65001191d600 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd On this episode of THE DARK FANTASTIC PODCAST:- Your host, Ahmed Khalifa, talks about movies that are better than books, including Psycho (1960) and The Grapes of Wrath (1940).- An exclusive interview with author and audiobook narrator Nick... full
- Your host, Ahmed Khalifa, talks about movies that are better than books, including Psycho (1960) and The Grapes of Wrath (1940).
- An exclusive interview with author and audiobook narrator Nick Sullivan, whose latest book DEEP DEVIL is out now.
- A wonderful reading of Keats's poem THE LIVING HAND, by Winston Tharp.
- Easter Egg: THE FACES, a chilling Halloween short story, dramatized, and featuring sound effects.

Links:
- Nick Sullivan's website: https://www.nicksullivan.net/
- SILVER BULLET full trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1dClCykQys
- Download Keats's THE LIVING HAND, read by Winston Tharp: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-138-by-various/

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- Your host, Ahmed Khalifa, talks about movies that are better than books, including Psycho (1960) and The Grapes of Wrath (1940).
- An exclusive interview with author and audiobook narrator Nick Sullivan, whose latest book DEEP DEVIL is out now.
- A wonderful reading of Keats's poem THE LIVING HAND, by Winston Tharp.
- Easter Egg: THE FACES, a chilling Halloween short story, dramatized, and featuring sound effects.

Links:
- Nick Sullivan's website: https://www.nicksullivan.net/
- SILVER BULLET full trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1dClCykQys
- Download Keats's THE LIVING HAND, read by Winston Tharp: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-138-by-various/

Sound Effects and music courtesy of Zaplsplat.com

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]]> The Overview: THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD (1996) - CHASING THE BOOGEYMAN - THE GUARDIAN ANGEL (1867) The Overview: THE WHOLE WIDE WORLD (1996) - CHASING THE BOOGEYMAN - THE GUARDIAN ANGEL (1867) Tue, 02 Nov 2021 13:26:43 GMT 2:29 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47273743 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/overview-iV 6432cc85d96f65001191d601 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Short reviews of The Whole Wide World (1996), a heartfelt biography of writer Robert E. Howard, creator of Conan The Barbarian; Chasing The Boogeyman by Richard Chizmar; and the classic novel, The Guardian Angel (1867) by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.©... full
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]]> Book Review: Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein Vs. The Italian Secretary Book Review: Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein Vs. The Italian Secretary Sun, 31 Oct 2021 12:02:22 GMT 2:41 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47243653 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/sherlock-holmes-double-bill 6432cc85d96f65001191d602 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> <![CDATA[Episode 3: Sherlock Holmes Returns, and A Defense of "Genre". Guest: David Stuart Davies]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:22:02 GMT 55:39 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47199865 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep3 6432cc85d96f65001191d603 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In this episode of The Dark Fantastic Podcast:- Your host, A.K., talks about the outcry against classic literature.- An interview with Sherlock Holmes expert and best-selling author/editor David Stuart Davies (Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein and... full
- Your host, A.K., talks about the outcry against classic literature.
- An interview with Sherlock Holmes expert and best-selling author/editor David Stuart Davies (Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein and Sherlock Holmes: Revenge from The Grave).
- Revisiting INNER SANCTUM (1948).
- Easter Egg: a new short story!

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Links for topics mentioned in the episode:

- Download THE WARDEN by Anthony Trollope: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/619
- Gaston Leroux's books: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/112
- G.K. Chesterton's Essay: http://www.gkc.org.uk/gkc/books/penny-dreadfuls.html
- David Stuart Davies: http://www.davidstuartdavies.co.uk/home
- Sherlock Homes: Revenge From The Grave: https://titanbooks.com/70693-the-further-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-revenge-from-the-grave/
- Sherlock Holmes audio dramas: https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/sherlock-holmes-the-last-act-4
- INNER SANCTUM (1948): available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bUPoAqF86E

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- Your host, A.K., talks about the outcry against classic literature.
- An interview with Sherlock Holmes expert and best-selling author/editor David Stuart Davies (Sherlock Holmes: The Tangled Skein and Sherlock Holmes: Revenge from The Grave).
- Revisiting INNER SANCTUM (1948).
- Easter Egg: a new short story!

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Links for topics mentioned in the episode:

- Download THE WARDEN by Anthony Trollope: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/619
- Gaston Leroux's books: https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/author/112
- G.K. Chesterton's Essay: http://www.gkc.org.uk/gkc/books/penny-dreadfuls.html
- David Stuart Davies: http://www.davidstuartdavies.co.uk/home
- Sherlock Homes: Revenge From The Grave: https://titanbooks.com/70693-the-further-adventures-of-sherlock-holmes-revenge-from-the-grave/
- Sherlock Holmes audio dramas: https://www.bigfinish.com/releases/v/sherlock-holmes-the-last-act-4
- INNER SANCTUM (1948): available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6bUPoAqF86E

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]]> Movie Review: SO LONG AT THE FAIR (1950) Movie Review: SO LONG AT THE FAIR (1950) Tue, 19 Oct 2021 11:13:47 GMT 2:26 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47044173 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/so-long-at-the-fair-1950 6432cc85d96f65001191d604 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Reportedly admired by Hitchcock, who later adapted it twice for his TV show, Hitchcock Presents, So Long At The Fair (1950) is a highly effective period thriller. Listen to the full review here.© Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.For more reviews and content,... full
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]]> The Overview II: Malignant - The Noise - L.A Times The Overview II: Malignant - The Noise - L.A Times Tue, 12 Oct 2021 13:28:07 GMT 2:58 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46937822 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-overview-ii 6432cc85d96f65001191d605 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Episode 2: Dean Koontz Returns and The Shadow Rises. Guest: Will Murray Episode 2: Dean Koontz Returns and The Shadow Rises. Guest: Will Murray Mon, 11 Oct 2021 09:32:09 GMT 54:21 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46918653 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep2 6432cc85d96f65001191d606 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
- Dean Koontz is back on form, with two books that will delight fans.

- The history behind The Shadow, pulp fiction's greatest hero.

- And special guest Will Murray, the author of the new book, THE RISE OF THE SHADOW, joins the show to talk about pulp fiction, the continuing popularity of The Shadow, and much more. (THE RISE OF THE SHADOW is available on Amazon. Hardcovers available at: https://adventuresinbronze.com/)

Easter Egg: The short story "The Players" by Ahmed Khalifa.

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Ozymandias: Read by Leonard Wilson (From the collection "Shelley: Selected Poems and Prose"), available at Librivox: https://librivox.org/shelley-selected-poems-and-prose-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/

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- Dean Koontz is back on form, with two books that will delight fans.

- The history behind The Shadow, pulp fiction's greatest hero.

- And special guest Will Murray, the author of the new book, THE RISE OF THE SHADOW, joins the show to talk about pulp fiction, the continuing popularity of The Shadow, and much more. (THE RISE OF THE SHADOW is available on Amazon. Hardcovers available at: https://adventuresinbronze.com/)

Easter Egg: The short story "The Players" by Ahmed Khalifa.

© Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.

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Ozymandias: Read by Leonard Wilson (From the collection "Shelley: Selected Poems and Prose"), available at Librivox: https://librivox.org/shelley-selected-poems-and-prose-by-percy-bysshe-shelley/

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]]> Book Review: RODERICK HUDSON By Henry James Book Review: RODERICK HUDSON By Henry James Fri, 08 Oct 2021 10:47:53 GMT 3:03 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46880415 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/roderick-hudson 6432cc85d96f65001191d607 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Movie Review: Dark Night of The Scarecrow (1981) Movie Review: Dark Night of The Scarecrow (1981) Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:23:52 GMT 1:45 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46831271 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/dark-night-of-the-scarecrow 6432cc85d96f65001191d608 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Book Review: MR. PERRIN AND MR. TRAILL. By Hugh Walpole Book Review: MR. PERRIN AND MR. TRAILL. By Hugh Walpole Sun, 03 Oct 2021 14:35:52 GMT 2:56 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46801920 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/perrin-and-traill-walpole 6432cc85d96f65001191d609 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Book Review: The Prelude to Adventure (1912) by Hugh Walpole Book Review: The Prelude to Adventure (1912) by Hugh Walpole Fri, 01 Oct 2021 14:29:15 GMT 2:18 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46775679 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/prelude-walpole 6432cc85d96f65001191d60a 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Episode 1: Hidden Gems and Easter Eggs Episode 1: Hidden Gems and Easter Eggs Wed, 29 Sep 2021 16:48:35 GMT 30:25 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46744189 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-df-podcast-ep1 6432cc85d96f65001191d60b 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd In the first episode of the podcast, A.K. takes you through a number of hidden gems (books, movies, poems), and, for loyal listeners, there is an Easter Egg, in the form of an original short story hidden somewhere in the episode!In this episode: The... full
In this episode: The Notch by Tom Holland, The Dark Night of The Scarecrow (1981), The Assistant (2019), and much more.

The Librivox recording of "The Hound of Heaven" can be found here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-153-by-various/

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The Window (Short Story) © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.

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In this episode: The Notch by Tom Holland, The Dark Night of The Scarecrow (1981), The Assistant (2019), and much more.

The Librivox recording of "The Hound of Heaven" can be found here: https://librivox.org/short-poetry-collection-153-by-various/

For more reviews and content, visit: https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/

The Window (Short Story) © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.

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]]> <![CDATA[Movie Review: CUTTER'S WAY (1981)]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2021 14:19:40 GMT 2:15 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46708235 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/cutters-way-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d60c 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Review: Cutter and Bone, a scorching paranoid thriller Review: Cutter and Bone, a scorching paranoid thriller Sat, 25 Sep 2021 15:36:38 GMT 4:05 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46682203 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/cutter-and-bone-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d60d 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd full
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]]> Exclusive: Fresh Blood: An Original Short Story Exclusive: Fresh Blood: An Original Short Story Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:03:51 GMT 4:28 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46653266 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/df-fresh-blood 6432cc85d96f65001191d60e 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd The Dark Fantastic Podcast Presents: FRESH BLOOD: A Short Story, an exclusive, audio original about things that go bump in the night. Written by Ahmed Khalifa.© Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.Subscribe to the podcast:... full
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]]> The Shadow: Pulp Book Reviews: Bumper Edition The Shadow: Pulp Book Reviews: Bumper Edition Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:56:38 GMT 3:26 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46602294 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-shadow-bumper-1-mixed 6432cc85d96f65001191d610 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Reviews of three classic pulp novels featuring THE SHADOW, the greatest pulp hero of them all. This edition features reviews of CRIME, INSURED, FOXHOUND, and THE GRAY GHOST. Visit https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ for more reviews and content.... full https://dark-fantastic.blogspot.com/ for more reviews and content.

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]]> Book Review: STORIES. Edited by Neil Gaiman and Al Sarrantonio. Book Review: STORIES. Edited by Neil Gaiman and Al Sarrantonio. Sun, 19 Sep 2021 14:21:26 GMT 3:16 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46589244 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/stories-for-podcast 6432cc85d96f65001191d611 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Stories, an anthology of tales that span many genres, but with a special focus on the fantastic, and edited by author Neil Gaiman and author and veteran editor Al Sarrantonio, is, for the most part, one of the better fantasy collections out there.... full
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Ahmed Khalifa is a filmmaker and novelist. He is the writer/director of several short films and a feature, which was released on Netflix, and the author of a number of novels and short stories, including the YA horror novel, Beware The Stranger, available on Amazon. Find him on Twitter @AFKhalifa and on Facebook @Dark.Fantastic.AK·Writer

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Ahmed Khalifa is a filmmaker and novelist. He is the writer/director of several short films and a feature, which was released on Netflix, and the author of a number of novels and short stories, including the YA horror novel, Beware The Stranger, available on Amazon. Find him on Twitter @AFKhalifa and on Facebook @Dark.Fantastic.AK·Writer

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]]> The Overview: A collection of reviews (The Notch, Trapped, The City of The Dead) The Overview: A collection of reviews (The Notch, Trapped, The City of The Dead) Fri, 17 Sep 2021 14:10:58 GMT 3:12 https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46564733 false https://www.spreaker.com/user/15262422/the-overview-1-article 6432cc85d96f65001191d613 6432cc80d96f65001191d4cd Short reviews of the novels The Notch by Tom Holland, and Trapped by J.A. Konrath, and the classic Gothic horror film, The City of The Dead (1960).All reviews © Ahmed Khalifa. 2021.Ahmed Khalifa is a filmmaker and novelist. He is the... full
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Ahmed Khalifa is a filmmaker and novelist. He is the writer/director of several short films and a feature, which was released on Netflix, and the author of a number of novels and short stories, including the YA horror novel, Beware The Stranger, available on Amazon. Find him on Twitter @AFKhalifa and on Facebook @Dark.Fantastic.AK·Writer

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