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October 23, 2025 53 mins

#99-2 Thrilling Tales & Savage Twists (w/Joel McKay) 

A Halloween-themed Interview with Horror Author Joel McKay,

 

The video script features a Halloween-themed interview with horror author Joel McKay, hosted by Tony on the show 'High Strangeness.' Tony and Joel discuss the magic of Halloween, the ambiance of British Columbia, and the appeal of moving from a bustling city to a quieter region. Joel shares his background, life in Prince George, BC, and his passion for horror writing. They delve into Joel's new anthology, 'It Came from the Trees and Other Violent Aberrations,' and discuss several of its short stories, their inspirations, and the settings. Joel also talks about his experiences as a journalist, his career in public service, and his thoughts on creativity and community. The conversation shifts to recommendations for Halloween reads and movies, and Joel's plans for future projects. The interview wraps up with information on where to find Joel's works and an encouragement for listeners to enjoy the spooky season. 

 

00:00 Introduction to High Strangeness 

01:16 Meet Joel McKay: The Brilliant Mind Behind Thrilling Tales 

01:28 Life in Northern British Columbia 

02:12 The Allure of Small Town Living 

04:14 The Harsh Winters of Prince George 

06:57 Sasquatch Sightings and Wilderness Mysteries 

09:26 Balancing Writing and Public Service 

12:59 Halloween Traditions in British Columbia 

18:35 Creating the Perfect Horror Anthology 

24:45 Halloween Reading Recommendations 

25:00 Influences from X-Files and Urban Legends 

26:36 The Mountain Pine Beetle Epidemic 

27:51 Creating Horror Stories from Real-Life Fears 

29:30 Discussing Favorite Horror Stories and Films 

34:55 Adapting Stories into Films 

43:39 Preview of Other Stories in the Collection 

50:22 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

 

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