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Lunatics Radio Hour

The Lunatics Project
Dancing Plague Of 1518
Artificial Intelligence
Horror Films
Demonic Summoning
Horror Stories
Exorcism
Djinn
Terminators
Folklore
Whirling Dervish
Horror Literature
Amusement Parks
Ex Machina
The Exorcist
Tourette Syndrome
The Sacrifice Game
The Stepford Wives
Robocop
Megan
The Truman Show

The history of horror and the horror of history.

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This week Abby and Alan present a non-exhaustive look at winter folklore and mythology from around the globe. From Scotland, Norway and Germany to Japan and Native American mythology. 

This kicks off a multi-part series exploring the intersection of... more

This week we take a nostalgic walk down memory lane and piece together some of our past episodes on Christmas and holiday horror. We’ve covered so many different versions of holiday horror over the last few years, and we wanted to put together a mega... more

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Abby sits down with our friend Kate Rotunda to talk about the intersection of feminism and horror. We start out by discussing Frankenhooker (1990) and go from there. 

CW: Discussion of violence against women and SA.

Get Lunatics Merch here. Join th... more

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Abby and Alan sit down to talk through the dark history of every day expressions and sayings. From mad hatter to taking it with a grain of salt, we get into all of it. 

Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book H... more

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Recent Guests

Joseph Hare
Writer based in Barnard Castle, England, who also works at the Auckland Project Foundation.
Auckland Project Foundation
Episode: Episode 162 - Campfire Tales #6
LindaAnn Lo Schiavo
Native New Yorker and award-winning author affiliated with multiple literary societies.
Episode: Episode 162 - Campfire Tales #6
Curtis A. Deeter
Author of fantasy, science fiction, and horror with two dozen short stories published.
Editor and founder of Of Rust and Glass magazine
Episode: Lunatics Library 46 - Space Horror Stories: Part 2
Benjamin Cooper
Published author with a background in creative writing.
Episode: Lunatics Library 46 - Space Horror Stories: Part 2
Sarah Jane Justice
Writer of 'Some Items Are Display Only'
Deadset Press, Eerie River Publishing, Hawking Cleaver’s The Other Stories
Episode: Lunatics Library 44 - Holiday Horror Stories
Paul O'Neill
Writer of 'The Snow Ones'
Episode: Lunatics Library 44 - Holiday Horror Stories
Lissa Sweeney
Actor and narrator for the podcast
The Lunatics Project
Episode: Lunatics Library 43 - Vampire Horror Stories
Mike Macera
Actor, narrator, and assistant director of the short film
The Lunatics Project
Episode: Lunatics Library 43 - Vampire Horror Stories
Elou Carroll
Graphic designer and freelance photographer
Episode: Lunatics Library 40 - Ocean Horror Stories: Part 1

Hosts

Abby Branker
Host of Lunatics Radio Hour
Alan Kudan
Co-host of Lunatics Radio Hour

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Complex review

    Abby=good

    Alan=bad

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    devil zilla
    United States9 months ago
  • Alan is unbearable

    Let me start by saying I’ve been listening for a while, a few years, and I love the topics. I love horror movies and history and Abby does an amazing job selecting, researching, and discussing great content. Each of the three stars go only to her. I’ve had to turn off s few episodes because Alan is literally unbearable. He does no preparation, has no background knowledge of any of the topics, comes in critical of Abby’s every word, then drops the “you’ve never heard of ____?!?!” And proceeds to ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sarahpgh
    United States9 months ago
  • Abby and Alan are great

    Abby and Alan have a great dynamic and really know how to keep their audience engaged.

    Audible
    5
    Amazon Customer
    United Statesa year ago
  • You guys seem to not like any movies.

    The last episode, you guys put on about demonic possession. It just seems like every single movie you disliked. In fact, the only movie you even gave a positive spin on was the one that your friends made. It gets a little frustrating, listening to this podcast because I really want to get the information, but I feel like all the Pokémon talk, and hating all horror movies, especially beloved classics like the exorcist Rosemary‘s baby and the witch kind of turns me off. I’ve noticed that lately. Y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    LukeJ2022phantom
    United States2 years ago
  • Great topics

    Good subjects. Not a huge fan of the delivery

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Vibylsane
    United States2 years ago

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Some listeners find the co-host's approach irritating and express a desire for more focused discussions without tangential narratives.
Many reviews highlight the podcast as an incredible resource for horror fans, providing education and entertainment.
The podcast is praised for its variety of content that combines humor with insightful analysis.
Listeners enjoy the engaging chemistry between the hosts and their exploration of horror topics.

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Episode 149 - The Science Behind Alien Phenomena: Part 1
Q: What do you think is true about interdimensional beings?
If we only experience a limited reality, there may be other dimensions or realities we don't comprehend, possibly linked to the concept of God or non-human intelligence.
Episode 149 - The Science Behind Alien Phenomena: Part 1
Q: What's the belief behind the loss of time in UFO encounters?
This relates to special relativity, where how you experience time is based on your frame of reference and speed in relation to light.
Episode 149 - The Science Behind Alien Phenomena: Part 1
Q: How did you first get into UFOs?
I wasn't really into UFOs until 2017, when a New York Times article described a secret Pentagon program researching UFOs, which made me reconsider what I thought reality was.
Episode 147 - Campfire Tales #3
Q: Tell me why you think this story exhibits the history of horror.
The story exhibits existential dread and something that's super relatable to a lot of people, which is kind of like even in some ways more powerful and poignant, because it's very human for all of us to grow connections to things that are fading.
Episode 134 - Demons and "The Sacrifice Game" with Jenn Wexler and Sean Redlitz
Q: Did you do any research into demonic legend or mythology?
Jenn read about The Lesser Key of Solomon but created her own demon to avoid real-life implications, while also incorporating traits from real demons.

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Content revolves around the intersection of horror and history, presenting an engaging exploration of various horror themes and their cultural significance. Notable discussions include the psychological and societal implications of well-known films and urban legends, with a unique focus on dark tales and the origins of popular expressions. The conversational tone of the hosts and the emphasis on listener engagement through storytelling shape an entertaining and informative experience for fans of horror stories and histories alike.

Each episode tends to blend personal anecdotes, humor, and insights, making it approachable while delving into complex themes. The podcast distinguishes itself by inviting guests and exploring lesser-known narrat... more

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1. Joseph Hare
2. LindaAnn Lo Schiavo
3. Curtis A. Deeter
4. Benjamin Cooper
5. Sarah Jane Justice
6. Paul O'Neill
7. Lissa Sweeney
8. Mike Macera

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