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Submitted for the Approval of the Midnight Pals

Bitter Karella
Comedy
Edgar Allan Poe
Dracula
Vampires
Horror
Frankenstein
Monsters
Mary Shelley
Sexuality
Clive Barker
Real Estate
Strangers On a Train
Stephen King
Abraham Van Helsing
Murder
Candyman
Murder Monkey
HP Lovecraft
Roger Corman
Arctic Ocean

Each week, a group of storytellers gathers around a campfire. There's world-weary club MC Edgar Allan Poe, nerd dad Stephen King, violent goth Mary Shelley, squid-obsessed wimp HP Lovecraft, and others. A comedy-horror semi-anthology adapted from Bitter Karella's Hugo-nominated microfiction.

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In a six-minute mini-episode, Patricia Highsmith tells the Midnight Pals her story of the (maybe not so) Talented Mr Ripley, and then the real Charles Dickens himself drops in at the campfire.

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Anne Rice comes to the campfire to tell her timeless odd-couple romance about a depressed slave plantation owner who’s swept off his feet by a total jerk. Also, they’re both vampires. Al Copeland gets a taste of his own chicken. 

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It’s Edgar’s turn with the flashlight… but, after a heated debate about what makes a better plot device, the death of a beautiful woman or a murderous monkey, little Dean Koontz ends up telling tonight's story instead. It has everything—an all-Americ... more

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The Pals visit JRR Tolkien and his fantasy storytelling friends at Unicorn F*** Club, where Angela Carter puts a modern, feminist spin on a traditional fairy tale. Hans Christian Andersen is smitten. Frank Belknap Long gets stuck in his fursuit. 

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Charles Dickens
Famous Victorian author known for his works depicting social issues
Episode: Midnight Snack: The Tale of the Talented Mr Ripley
Tony Todd
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Lafcadio Hearn
A horror storyteller who translates Japanese ghost stories.
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Junji Ito
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Renowned author of classic literature
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4.5 out of 5 stars from 137 ratings
  • Brought a blanket to the campfire

    Pretty funny, with distinctive voices. Found the show by following bitter karella on social media

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frantic keysmash
    United States6 months ago
  • A midnight fire pit brings together authors modern and classic to retell their famous horror stories in a subversive comedic style amongst their likewise subversive peers.

    “Submitted for the Approval of the Midnight Pals” has a cast and sound effects reminiscent of classic Hanna-Barbera cartoons, but definitely the type of humor and self-awareness suitable for Adult Swim programs.

    It’s a mix of vintage and modern in more ways than one, featuring as it does authors from the 1800s such as Mary... more

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    5
    Chamomile
    7 months ago
  • A campfire gathering of authors past and present unwind with classic horror story retellings

    A midnight fire pit brings together authors modern and classic to retell their famous horror stories in a subversive comedic style amongst their likewise subversive peers.

    “Submitted for the Approval of the Midnight Pals” has a cast and sound effects reminiscent of classic Hanna-Barbera cartoons, but definitely the type of humor and self-awareness suitable for Adult Swim programs.

    It’s a mix of vintage and modern in more ways than one, featuring as it does authors from the 1800s such as Mary... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anom652147
    United States7 months ago
  • This is great

    Great performances, lots of fun. You don’t need to be super online to get the humor. Despite the name it feels a little more like Muppet Babies/Wishbone for adults. Obscurer references are dotted in like Easter eggs but feel delightful, not alienating. More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yr bro Shane
    United Statesa year ago
  • Nostalgic laughs of terror for days

    As a huge Horror fan I absolutely love seeing these takes on some of the biggest names from my childhood intro to the genre. This show really is the most respectful piece of fan service for an 80s-90s kid out there. Grab some snacks, get spooked, have a laugh, and feel like a kid again. Butterfinger BBs and Surge sadly not included.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Deumenki
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the clever executions and humorous retellings of classic tales from literature.
Fans praise the witty dialogue and absurdity, suggesting it successfully merges comedy with traditional storytelling elements.
The storytelling has been described as engaging, imaginative, and often filled with nostalgic references, appealing especially to those familiar with horror and gothic genres.

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The Tale of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
Q: What brought you to us, sir?
I was pursuing Fanny.

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A unique blend of comedy and horror storytelling brings iconic literary figures to life in a captivating campfire setting. Episodes feature imaginative retellings of classic tales like 'Little Red Riding Hood' and 'Interview With the Vampire,' combining humor with critiques of traditional narratives. The storytelling cleverly intertwines absurdity and social commentary, often incorporating modern themes and character reimaginings that resonate with contemporary audiences. The format allows for a diverse exploration of genres including gothic romance and science fiction, making it a delightful experience for fans seeking both nostalgia and innovative storytelling.

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