Lunatics Radio Hour
The history of horror and the horror of history.
Episodes
Abby and Alan continue their conversation about superhero history and horror. Diving into the most iconic superheroes of all time, and the best examples of superhero horror.
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Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.
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Listen in as Abby and Alan discuss the origins of superhero horror, starting with the earliest instances of folk heros, and the very first superhero comics. From Hugo Hercules to Robinhood, the Scarlett Pimpernel and Namor the Submariner.
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Written by Jacob Steven Mohr.
Starring Denali Bartell, Sarak Luke and Mike Macera.
Direction and sound design by Abby Brenker (with the help of Alan Kudan.)
Sound engineering and mixing by Alan Kudan.
Enjoy your Summer!
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Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Ar...
This week Abby sits down to discuss all things Astrology. From the earliest uses of star divination in ancient cultures, to Mercury in retrograde, and everything in between.
Sources
- Time Magazine article: Where Do Zodiac Signs Come From? By Olivia B. Waxman.
- Academic Paper from Richard Fitzpatrick as part of the physics department at the University of Texas, Austin: Ptolemy’s Almagest: Fact and Fiction.
- Nationa...
We are so thrilled to present The Player, written by Forest Flynn and performed by Winston Alvarez.
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Today we discuss the history of the Lincoln's, The Booth's and the intersection of the White House and the Occult. But more importantly, this history is really a reflection of a nation divided, and the aftermath of grief. It doesn't seem so far away from the current state of the state.
Sources
- Whitehousehistory.org article by Alexandra Kommel: Seances in The Red Room.
- CSUN University Library: The...
Listen in to the final installment of our Space Horror series. We will conclude with two epic space horror stories for you.
Pariah's Last Breath was written by Curtis A. Deeter and narrated by Denali Bartell. Check out Denali's work here. Follow Curtis on Facebook @AuthorCurtisADeeter and Instaram is @Curtis_A._Deeter.
Orion Beckons was written by Benjamin Cooper and narrated by Mike Macera. Kee...
Abby is so thrilled to present three haunting space horror themed stories.
Encounter was written and narrated by Nick Young. You can follow Nick on Instagram @zenblues and on X: @NickYou87166031.
Toy Robot was written by S.S. Fitzgerald and narrated by Jon C Cook. Follow S.S. Fitzgerald on X: @S_S_Fitzgerald. And listen to the Fadó podcast to hear more of Jon's dreamy voice on demand.
A Piece of The...
Abby and Alan continue to discuss the vast history of space horror in film, with a focus on one of the most famous horror franchises of all time, Alien.
Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.
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Abby and Alan discuss the vast history of space horror in film and literature.
Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.
Sources
- A New Yorker article by Adam Gopnik: The War Inside H.G. Wells from 2021
- New York Times Article by Me...
Listen in as Abby discusses the dark origins of Valentine’s Day, tracing its roots from ancient Roman rituals to the modern celebration of love. We explore how traditions like Lupercalia influenced the holiday and examine the lesser-known stories of St. Valentine and the evolution of Cupid.
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Abby is thrilled to introduce my new co-host for Campfire Tales in 2025, Alex Goleman. And thrilled to announce that we will be leaning way more into Campfire Tales this year. Sit back, pretend you're siting around a campfire and prepare to be spooked.
Treatment of The All Consuming Client was written by Joelle Killian and preformed by Denali Bartell. Follow @Joelle_Killian on IG.
Deep Within was written by ...
This is part two of our conversation with the mysterious Andy, to discuss modern day theories around alien encounters, UFOs, UAP and interdimensional beings.
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Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Kep @pilar.kep.
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Abby and Alan sit down with the mysterious Andy, to discuss modern day theories around alien encounters, UFOs, UAP and interdimensional beings.
Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord.
Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Kep @pilar.kep.
Join our discord for more in...
Abby and Alan are so thrilled to present four haunting holiday horror stories. Cozy up next to a fire with a cup of hot coco, and prepare to shake in your snow boots.
Matches was written by Warren Benedetto and narrated by Jon C. Cook. Catch Jon's narration of A Christmas Carol every week, here.
Some Items Are Display Only was written by Sarah Jane Justice and narrated by Sara Luke. Follow...
From Krampus and Belsnickel to ancient pagan festivals, Abby and Alan discuss the dark origins of Christmas mythology and monsters.
Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Listen to the paranormal playlist I curate for Vurbl, updated weekly! Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pi...
Abby and Alan are thrilled to present three horrifying and hauntingly beautiful stories. Come and gather around the campfire, as we collectively grow more and more unsettled together.
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Lakeland was written by Marisca Pichette, and narrated by Michael Crosa. This story was originally published in text in September 2022 by Night Terror Novels, as part of the...
Get your copy of Ghostly Ghastly Tales here! And follow Anastasia Garcia on Instagram @anastasiawrites to keep your eye out for upcoming projects.
On today's episode Abby sits down with Anastasia to discuss the mythology behind La Llorona, La Lechuza and her new book of short horror stories.
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Abby and Alan are thrilled to present three horrifying vampire themed stories.
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Watch our horror short on Halloween Night, here.
Leftovers was written by Warren Benedetto and narrated by Michael Crosa. Follow @WarrenBenedetto and @Podnooga on social media.
Therapy Notes was written by He...
Abby and Alan discuss the history of the New England Vampire Panic and how it influenced some of the most prominent examples of vampire horror literature, including Bram Stoker's Dracula.
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