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Monsters, Madness and Magic

Justin Young
Voice Acting
Horror Films
Music
Acting
Dungeons and Dragons
Werewolves
Horror Movies
Sword and Sorcery
Hollywood
Horror
Steve Valentine
Salem Witch Trials
The Evil Dead
Theater
Michael Ironside
The Crucible
Comic Books
Historical Accounts
Creativity
Spirituality

Chats with creatives supplemented with deep dives and discussions on the macabre featuring friends!

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes300Founded7 years ago
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Latest Episodes

An update on the future of Monsters, Madness and Magic.

Join Justin as he chats with actor W. Earl Brown about spooky stories from the Land Between the Lakes, his relationship with Wes Craven, the impact of There’s Something About Mary, the legacy of Deadwood, and more!

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Join Justin as he chats with actor and former model Denise Crosby about her exit from Star Trek: The Next Generation, posing for Playboy Magazine in the late ‘70s, Pet Sematary, paranormal experiences in the Redwood Forest, and more!

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Join Justin as he chats with prolific character actor Leon Rippy about his roots in the Deep South, his experiences working with a traveling circus, tales from the set of Maximum Overdrive, adapting to the dialogue in Deadwood, filming The Patriot in... more

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Recent Guests

W. Earl Brown
Actor known for Deadwood, Scream, There's Something About Mary
Actor
Episode: EP#357: Curse of the Cameraman - An Interview with W. Earl Brown
Denise Crosby
Actor and former model
Actress
Episode: EP#356: The Tragedy of Tasha Yar - An Interview with Denise Crosby
Leon Rippy
Prolific character actor with roots in the Deep South; involved in circus life, Deadwood, Maximum Overdrive, The Patriot, and more
Episode: EP#355: Grit and Grace - An Interview with Leon Rippy
Brian Dooley
Actor; interview guest
Episode: EP#354: Phantom of the Cab - An Interview with Brian Dooley
Kevin McNally
Prolific actor discussed in intro
Episode: EP#353: Sailing Stranger Tides - An Interview with Kevin McNally
Alan Katz
Writer and producer known for Tales from the Crypt and Bordello of Blood
Custard and Touchstone Productions
Episode: EP#352: Keeping up the Crypt - An Interview with Alan Katz
Andre Gower
Actor and creator known for Monster Squad and related projects
Actor/Producer
Episode: EP#351: Rock Until You Drop - An Interview with Andre Gower
Ethan Sabatella
Writer contributing to Walpurgis Witcheries
DMR Books
Episode: Sword and Sorcery Roundtable - Walpurgis Witcheries
Matthew Stern
Writer contributing to Walpurgis Witcheries
DMR Books
Episode: Sword and Sorcery Roundtable - Walpurgis Witcheries

Host

Justin
Host of Monsters, Madness and Magic

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 94 ratings
  • Unsung Podcast That Brings the Spotlight to Unsung Celebrities

    Justin does a great job at creating a chill atmosphere and vibe for his guests.

    Not only that he brings some underrated and wonderful people who deserve more spotlight for their works in the entertainment industry.

    Robin Shou AKA the original Liu Kang and John Butterfield the voice of the lengedary dragoon from The Legend of Dragoon himself!

    He also responds and takes suggestions and really cares about fans of the podcast! Wonderful!

    I wish I could give a thousand stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    j7gaffgarion
    United States2 years ago
  • Great interview podcast

    This is genuinely one of my favourite podcasts. You get your obvious horror icons of literature and film, which is great. Though the thing that makes this one of my favourite podcasts is they also get people from all sorts of mediums such as prop works, video games and music. They also get people who you wouldn’t expect to associate with the horror genre such as Karyn Parsons (fresh prince of bel air) and Daniel Stern (Home Alone) Which is really cool.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tttyyy1243
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Pop culture examined and done well

    The catalog of these guests and the topics covered bring back a certain type of nostalgia that you will find no where else .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jr3650sp
    United States3 years ago
  • Solid podcast that really hits with a variety of guests and topics. Make sure to take a listen! - #ODPHpod

    Podchaser
    5
    ODPH
    5 years ago
  • Take a listen

    Solid podcast that really hits with a variety of guests and topics. Make sure to take a listen! - #ODPHpod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ODPH607
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience notes the nostalgia-driven yet fresh conversations that stay engaging episode to episode.
Fans value the range of guests beyond mainstream horror staples, including game and prop professionals.
Listeners praise the show's relaxed vibe and interview quality with a mix of horror icons, authors, and musicians.
These insights suggest a strong recommendation to potential guests and sponsors who want access to a devoted, creatively engaged community.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

EP#357: Curse of the Cameraman - An Interview with W. Earl Brown
Q: What did Scream mean to you, and how did the experience compare to Deadwood?
Scream represented the dream of making a Hollywood movie with a unique, archetypal energy, while Deadwood represented the mountaintop of long-form character work, language, and collaboration; both were transformative in different ways and moments that shaped my career.
EP#357: Curse of the Cameraman - An Interview with W. Earl Brown
Q: What was it like working with Wes Craven and how did he influence you?
Wes Craven was incredibly kind and emotionally supportive; he treated actors with care, often whispering guidance in scenes to sharpen performance, and his influence helped me understand the craft of acting within horror in a more nuanced way.
EP#357: Curse of the Cameraman - An Interview with W. Earl Brown
Q: How did you get started in acting and end up in Chicago and then LA?
A combination of early theater exposure, Second City training, and a belief in following a plan to study, audition, and seize opportunities; a pivotal moment came when I joined Second City, trained rigorously, and then moved toward bigger stages and Hollywood opportunities.
EP#357: Curse of the Cameraman - An Interview with W. Earl Brown
Q: What scared you when you were a kid?
Church and religious imagery, the hellfire sermons, and the sense of mortality horror films tapped into gave me a way to explore fear safely, which drew me toward scary stories and the resilience of the mind.
EP#356: The Tragedy of Tasha Yar - An Interview with Denise Crosby
Q: So what's the chicken and the egg with modeling and acting? Did one lead to the other or?
Denise explains modeling opened doors and provided exposure that led to acting opportunities, but she ultimately found her path in theatre and television through a combination of early relationships and chance casting.

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The show leans into conversations with creatives from horror, fantasy, and genre cinema, mixing candid career retrospectives with practical industry insights. Guests range from iconic actors to writers and musicians, often exploring how early influences, niche subcultures, and behind-the-scenes decisions shape resilient, long-running careers. Across episodes, listeners get a sense of craft, collaboration, and the joy of storytelling that blends nostalgia with contemporary indie projects. A standout element is the roundtable and cross-medium approach, which frequently surfaces overlooked talents and cross-pertilization between film, TV, theater, and gaming culture.

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Recent guests on Monsters, Madness and Magic include:

1. W. Earl Brown
2. Denise Crosby
3. Leon Rippy
4. Brian Dooley
5. Kevin McNally
6. Alan Katz
7. Andre Gower
8. Ethan Sabatella

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