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Elder Sign: A Weird Fiction Podcast

Claytemple Media
H.P. Lovecraft
Cosmic Horror
Suicide Watch
Stephen King
Weird Fiction
Christianity
The Imago Sequence
Pickman's Model
Polaris
Delta Green
King In Yellow
The Gunslinger
Arinn Dembo
The Dark Tower
Vietnam War
Algernon Blackwood
Angel
Existential Dread
Kurt Cobain
The Stygian Library

College-level conversations about the masters of horror literature from H.P. Lovecraft to Edgar Allan Poe and Stephen King.

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Recent Guests

John Thompson
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Episode: Ep. 188: Distant Signals by Adam Golaski

Hosts

Glenn McDormand
Host of the show; co-presenter in Clay Temple Media collaborations.
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Co-host and co-presenter; key voice in literary discussions and analyses.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 269 ratings
  • Stuff

    Haven’t heard

    It yet but I’ve played a game

    With elder

    Signs😬

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    REEEEE!!!!!!!?!?!
    Australia21 days ago
  • A surprise find.

    Just found this Podcast and thoroughly enjoying it.

    One of those hidden gem that pop up occasionally.

    Thanks guys 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BDH01
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • An interesting story but the discussion focuses too much on christian nonsense for my tastes. They even start quoting the bibble at one point. Had to start skipping ahead to find parts where they talk about the actual story

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Stanton Drew
    a year ago
  • The Best Weird Fiction Podcast

    The finest discussions of weird fiction available.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StevenKvetch
    United Statesa year ago
  • Like a Weird Fiction Book Club

    Have you alienated all of your friends and relatives with your inexplicable obsession with weird fiction? If so, this is the podcast for you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nickname4357
    United Statesa year ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critics highlight the show's breadth—from classic to contemporary weird fiction.
Fans note the show balances deep critique with warmth and humor.
Listeners praise the hosts' erudite yet accessible discussions.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 189: The Purple Death by Gustav Meyrink
Q: Do you think Meyrink's anti-nationalist positions have found their way into the story?
Yes, the characters are portrayed as caricatures, with the English lord's hubris ultimately leading to his downfall, suggesting a critique of colonialist viewpoints.
Ep. 188: Distant Signals by Adam Golaski
Q: What do you think Lem's next steps will be after enduring this revelation?
Lem may remain passive due to the extreme emotional burden he carries and not act on this horrific discovery.
Ep. 188: Distant Signals by Adam Golaski
Q: Why did you choose this story for us to talk about?
Because Adam's work can uniquely unsettle and terrify, especially through its immersive writing style.
Ep. 196: The Stygian Library by Emmy Allen
Q: What would you do with this situation if you were the GM and you had just rolled this up?
I would first determine whether there's anything that would provide progress in this room so that players feel they're making progress in their story.
Ep. 194: Mimsy Were the Borogoves by Kuttner and Moore
Q: Where do you think the children have gone?
The children might have crossed into a separate dimension where they would not survive, reflecting a potential tragedy rather than a journey to the future.

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A rigorous, college-level discussion of horror and weird fiction, spanning classic authors from Lovecraft to Poe and modern masters like Stephen King. Episodes commonly dissect literary craft, historical context, and thematic underpinnings, often layering close readings with cultural references and cross-media connections. The format blends scholarly critique with warm, approachable banter, and regularly invites listeners to engage through Patreon and discussion spaces. Noteworthy is the show's commitment to broad coverage—from short stories to longer works and their adaptations—paired with thoughtful, accessible analysis that appeals to both devoted readers and curious newcomers.

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