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Spooky Frog Horrifying Books Podcast

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Welcome to The Spooky Frog Horrifying Bookcast! Your cozy crypt of chilling literature, unsettling stories, and strange fiction that hops straight into your nightmares. Join your hosts each week as we crack open terrifying tomes, unearth forgotten horror gems, and chat about the books that haunt our shelves and our dreams. Whether it’s gothic classics, spine-tingling indie horrors, or cursed children’s books (yes, really), Spooky Frog’s got something for every little freak who reads in the dark.

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41:32

S02E06 - House II: The Weirdest Haunted House Party

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2026/02/06

Hosts Jeffy and Samantha dive into House II, an over-the-top 1980s horror-comedy packed with a crystal skull, an undead party-loving Gramps, dinosaurs, cowboys, puppetry creatures, and plenty of practical effects and synthy soundtrack vibes.They describe the film as light, goofy schlock. PG-friendly gateway horror with slapstick violence, quirky characters (including a John Ratzenberger cameo), and a fun, chaotic tone that makes it great for fans of weird, nostalgic 80s genre mashups.

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48:30

S02E05: White Flight- The House That Remembers

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2026/01/30

On this episode of the Spooky Frog Podcast, Jeffy and Sam discuss Peter O'Keefe’s novella White Flight: a haunted-house story where the walls remember violence, a Black teen’s death at the hands of police looms large, and grief and paranoia take over a family’s life.They explore the book’s blend of gothic, grief, and cosmic horror, its confrontation of racism and state violence, and what the story asks about memory, blame, and justice. Trigger warnings include police violence, death of a minor, and

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50:46

S02E04 - Neon Nights & Motorcycle Vampires:...

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2026/01/23

We dig into the 1987 cult classic The Lost Boys — how Joel Schumacher transformed it into MTV-era vampires on leather and motorcycles, the film's iconic soundtrack and gonzo 80s style, the standout scenes, and why it still matters to goth and vampire fans.Along the way we announce podcast changes (book & movie club scheduling), new merch ideas like pins and stickers, upcoming events (Goth Barge, Spooky Frog), and give a playful survival rating if we stumbled into Santa Carla ourselves.

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50:22

S02E03 - Cursed Images: Tamagotchis, Webkins, and the...

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2026/01/16

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy dive into Kassidy Van Gundy’s Cursed Images, a short-story collection of nostalgia-driven, techno-age horror. From Y2K panic and hacked Tamagotchis to eerie Webkinz and after-hours Blockbuster chills, the episode explores how early digital life warps memory and fear.Along the way they share personal stories — book mail unboxings, vasectomy misadventures, mixtape memories, and prom plans — and explain "pink horror": cute, familiar things twisted into uncanny dread.

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53:56

S02E02: Bowie, Blood & Eternal Night: Revisiting The...

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2026/01/09

In this stylish 1983 cult classic, an immortal vampire watches in horror as century-old companion David Bowie begins to age at a terrifying accelerated rate. Desperate for a cure, they draw a brilliant scientist, Susan Sarandon, into a seductive and dangerous web of bloodlust and eternal obsession.A moody, music-driven film blending gothic erotica, medical horror, and an allegory about addiction, featuring striking visuals, a dark synth soundtrack, and ambiguous storytelling that has made it a

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52:06

S02E01: Lazarus: The Cure That Steals Childhoods

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2026/01/02

Season 2 opens with Sam and Jeffy unpacking Lazarus by Chris Kauzlarich, a novella about a miracle drug that reverses aging at the cost of harvesting life from vulnerable teens. The hosts wrestle with corporate cover-ups, whistleblowers, and the brutal moral question: who deserves longer life and who pays?They also announce a new book-and-movie format for the podcast, share favorite horror films of the year, and reveal The Hunger as the next movie pick. Expect dark ethical debates, movie

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51:44

S01E20 - Portrait of a Nuclear Family: Holiday Horror...

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2025/12/26

In this episode hosts Samantha and Jeffy unpack the psychological horror novel Portrait of a Nuclear Family. A holiday-set, domestic nightmare about a mother, family tensions, and the scary edges of parental instinct. They discuss the book’s twists, themes of family trauma, and why it lands as effective psychological horror.Between book talk the hosts exchange holiday gifts, joke about gorilla Patreon content, celebrate goth community plans (Goth Prom and New Year’s events), and invite listeners to

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48:32

S01E19 - How The Nazis Stole Christmas: Werereindeer,...

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2025/12/12

Dive into a chaotic, hilarious holiday horror romp where four 1980s college kids find a Nazi treasure ship in the Arctic! Complete with were-reindeer, horny yetis, sexy Mrs. Claus, disturbingly detailed monster anatomy, and gingerbread houses with organic frosting. This fast-paced novella blends B-movie creature fun, schlocky gore, and outrageous comedy for a perfect, short palate cleanser.Hosts Sam and Jeffy banter through behind-the-scenes event talk, book recommendations, and season updates

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50:20

S01E18 - Roofs, Ruins, and Resilience: Inside The...

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2025/12/05

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy riff on holiday leftovers, sleep struggles, and memoir-style tangents before diving into Joe Salazar’s The Dead Weight. The episode explores the book’s zombie outbreak set in a residential treatment center and the moral questions it raises—who becomes the “dead weight” in survival, how trauma shapes choices, and whether community or immediate survival should prevail.They also discuss the author’s background, the book’s standalone story (with sequels), and how the novel

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45:54

S01E17 - Thanksgiving, Turkeys and Tender Is the...

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2025/11/28

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy record a Thanksgiving special where they riff on food, family, and the chilling Argentinian novel Tender Is the Flesh — a dystopia of federally sanctioned cannibalism and industrialized human farms. They discuss the books dry, prescient tone and themes of dehumanization, consumerism, and class.The episode also wanders into holiday tangents: local Krampus and witchcraft events, personal anecdotes about food and health, workplace and labor reflections, and a trigger warning

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47:10

S01E16 - Haunted Houses & Hidden Pain: A Deep Dive...

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2025/11/21

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy discuss Grace Daly's The Scald Crow, exploring its Irish folklore, haunted-house mystery, and a protagonist living with chronic pain and medical trauma. They weave in event recaps from Slay the Lake, indie book pickups and anthologies, and humorous tangents about mall food courts and Wisconsin cheese myths.The episode balances a thoughtful review of dark themes and character depth with lighthearted conversations about book hoarding, author encounters, and personal

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48:15

S01E15 - Poisoned Pain & Pugs: A Splatterpunk Deep Dive

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2025/11/14

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy unpack Bridget Nelson's Poisoned Pain, a splatterpunk short-story collection. They highlight standout tales—from cozy pug heroics to extreme gore—discuss splatterpunk vs. extreme horror, share author anecdotes, and mix in their usual banter about live shows, local events, and weird movie detours.

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44:14

S01E14 - Concert of the Lost: Heatseeker’s Hunt

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2025/11/07

This Band Will Save Your Life by Willis Adler follows Connor, a high‑school senior whose brother and father disappeared years earlier. When a mysterious band from his brother’s favorite poster turns up at a local punk show, Connor sneaks in and follows them into the woods—uncovering monsters, music, and long‑buried truths.The book mixes coming‑of‑age emotion with cozy but gory horror, delivering a tense, fast read about grief, loyalty, and the strange salvation music can bring, with a bittersweet,

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49:22

S01E12 - Do Not Go In That House — Halloween Special

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2025/10/31

Halloween edition of the Spooky Frog podcast with Samantha and Jeffy: they discuss Ruth Anna Evans' novella Do Not Go In That House, their wild New Orleans trip, and how the book’s haunted-house mystery intertwines with a podcaster’s manic episode.They also recap the Spooktacular costume contest, big cash prizes, book-fair giveaways, Goth Barge adventures, DJs, and upcoming events — a fast, festive, and eerie wrap-up of spooky season.

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46:04

S01E12 - Gone to See the Riverman: A Wild Ride into...

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2025/10/24

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy discuss Christopher Triana’s extreme horror Gone to See the Riverman — its unsettling river lore, a strange quest, and why it hooked them — then dive into a massive book haul from their local book fair.They also recap the event vibe, DJs and vendors, upcoming trips (including a New Orleans paddlewheeler), the Halloween Spooktacular costume contest and prize cash, and general spooky-season plans.

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48:59

S01E11 - Blood Barge, Hot Sauce & The Relict: A...

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2025/10/17

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy recap a packed spooky season: a lively Cleveland boat event, merch and hot sauce sellouts, and late-night reading obsession over D.M. Gritzmacher’s The Relict.They preview the Spooky Frog Book Fair—authors, vendors, a Fox 6 TV spot, tarot, and curated horror finds—highlighting Gritzmacher’s book and its mix of historical mystery and modern horror. Upcoming events include a New Orleans vampire boat, gallery nights, and more live appearances; listeners are invited to join for

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49:48

S01E10 - Killer Lake: Summer Slasher Chaos & Satanic...

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2025/10/10

Hosts Sam and Jeffy dive into Killer Lake by Dave Benton and Bill Gagliani, an 80s-style summer slasher full of classic tropes, satanic cults, and nostalgic thrills. They chat about the authors' collaboration process, indie horror events, and their recent spooky travels.Tune in for book fair updates, community happenings, and a lively discussion that blends horror fandom with personal stories and event news.

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45:11

S01E09 - Techno Terror: Inside Brian Pinkerton’s The...

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2025/10/03

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy discuss Brian Pinkerton’s techno-horror novel The Perfect Stranger, exploring themes of remote work, deepfakes, AI anxiety, and the creeping fear of losing control in a digital age.The episode also includes quirky travel stories (a nudist camp and roadside attractions), event announcements for book fairs and festivals, and a look ahead to the next horror pick.

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49:18

S01E08 - Whales, Pickle Shots & Missing Friends: An...

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2025/09/26

Hosts reunite after separate trips to Alaska and New Orleans, swapping travel tales, spicy pickle shots, and podcast updates before diving into their featured book, Hollow Girls — a tightly written small-town horror about friendship, fae, and missing people.

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45:06

S01E07 - I Contain Multitudes: Multiverse Mayhem &...

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2025/09/19

Hosts Sam and Jeffy debut their new mic, gush about a Nine Inch Nails concert, and dive into Christopher Hawkins' I Contain Multitudes — a multiverse thriller about Trina, a woman who shifts between alternate realities while pursued by shadowy figures and clings to an unlikely librarian ally.The episode covers the book's themes, the author's tour experience, ARC notes, and upcoming episodes (including Hollow Girls), plus Patreon and P.O. box plans.

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