The Ghostly Gallery Podcast
This is a podcast about the genre of horror, mystery, & science fiction within popular culture. Together, Bruce Markusen and Tracy Asteria combine their unique perspectives to delve into these topics, offering listeners in-depth discussions and interviews with notable figures in film, TV, and literature.
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Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Thursday Oct 03, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Dr. Jeff Thompson back to the show! Jeff is an author, historian, expert on the career of director Dan Curtis and the Dark Shadows franchise, and a general authority on horror.
In our first Halloween Month episode, Jeff and The Ghostly Gallery Podcast will focus on horror films being shown in October on The Movies TV Network. Jeff will provide wonderful insight into the following movies:
Horror of Dracula (1958)
Village of the Damned (1960)
House of Dark Shadows (1970)
The Night Stalker (1972)
Trilogy of Terror (1975)
The Devil’s Rain (1975)
Dead of Night (1977)
The Fog (1980)
To watch these films, go to the moviestvnetwork.com and click on “Where to Watch” then enter your zip code to see where it is available in your area.
Please check out Dr. Jeff Thompson’s books using the links below! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can find Dr. Thompson’s Books here:
Amazon:
The Television Horrors of Dan Curtis: Dark Shadows, The Night Stalker and Other Productions, 2d ed.
https://www.amazon.com/Television-Horrors-Dan-Curtis-Productions/dp/1476675023/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=television+horror+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417460&s=books&sr=1-1
House of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Mysteries of the Dark Shadows Auteur
https://www.amazon.com/House-Dan-Curtis-Second-Television/dp/1628801891/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=house+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417490&s=books&sr=1-1
Nights of Dan Curtis, Second Edition: The Television Epics of the Dark Shadows Auteur
https://www.amazon.com/Nights-Dan-Curtis-Second-Television/dp/1628801883/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=night+of+dan+curtis&qid=1610417516&s=books&sr=1-1
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Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Dave Plouffe to the show! Dave is a lecturer at Cal State Fullerton, a co-host of multiple programs on the YouTube channel, “The Late Late Horror Show,” and a regular listener of The Ghostly Gallery Podcast. Dave is an expert in the horror genre as well as the paranormal field.
In this episode, Dave shares his love of horror with us. We get an insight into favorite movies, paranormal and UFO stories, as well as his work on the YouTube channel The Late Late Horror Show. Several projects include regular discussions on Kolchak, Art Bell, and other fantastic topics!
Please connect with Dave Plouffe using the links below! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can connect to Dave Plouffe here:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavePlouffe
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thelatelatehorrorshow
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Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Thursday Sep 19, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Edward G. Pettit back to the show! Edward is the Sunstein Senior Manager of Public Programs at the Rosenbach Museum & Library in Philadelphia. He is an expert on Edgar Allan Poe, and the man who created the very popular online programs, Sundays with Dracula, Sundays with Frankenstein, Mondays with Sherlock, and many more!
In this episode, Edward shares information on the newest Rosenbach Biblioventures, called “Monsters and Ghosts.” Edward will break down Louis Stevenson’s classic, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and then later in the season, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol will be featured.
Register for this great adventure that starts on September 23, 2024. All of this great content is available to everyone for free!
Link: https://rosenbach.org/events/biblioventures-monsters-and-ghosts/
Please connect with The Rosenbach Museum & Library where you can find all their amazing content – including courses, collections, and events! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can connect to the Rosenbach Museum & Library:
Website: https://rosenbach.org/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RosenbachMuseum
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Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Thursday Sep 12, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome author Brandon Wills to the show!
Brandon is from West Virginia and is the author of the book, The Ouija Board Said It Was Hungry: 31 Terrifying Tales of Horror and the Supernatural. Brandon also writes for Paranormality Magazine, is a member of the Horror Writers Association and West Virginia Writers, Inc., and is a co-host on the “Wild & Weird Radio” podcast.
In this episode, we chat with Brandon about his book, his interest in horror, and some of his favorite authors and films!
Later in the hour, we remember the late William Crain who was the director of several films including Blacula (1972) and Dr. Black, Mr. Hyde (1976) as well as multiple television projects.
Follow Brandon Wills on these social platforms to stay up to date on his work! Then go follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
Check out Brandon Wills on these social platforms:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brandon.wills.author/
X: https://twitter.com/HorrorBrandon
IG: https://www.instagram.com/brandonwriteshorror/
BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/horrorbrandon.bsky.social
Signed Books Available: https://brandon-writes-horror.square.site/
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/author/brandonwills
Email: brandonwriteshorror@gmail.com
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Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Thursday Sep 05, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome back B. Harrison Smith to the show!
Harrison is a writer, director, producer, and horror historian. Harrison wrote the screenplay for the 2011 film The Fields and directed horror films such as Camp Dread, Death House, and Where The Scary Things Are.
In this episode, Harrison discusses the 1974 film “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” and shares some wonderful memories of Gunnar Hansen. Harrison takes us on an in-depth journey into some of his films and other iconic popular movies. Harrison also chats about his books and upcoming projects!
Follow Harrison on these social platforms to stay up to date on his work! Then go follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
Check out B. Harrison Smith on these social platforms:
Website: https://www.class85.com/
Harrison’s Books are available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/B.%20Harrison%20Smith/author/B09YC9ZN69
Harrison’s Books are available on Bear Manor Media: https://www.bearmanormedia.com/search?page=1&q=harrison+smith
X: https://twitter.com/HarrisonSmith85
Cynema Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cynema/id1472545207
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2402050/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1
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Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for a Bruce and Tracy Movie Review Night!
In this episode, Bruce and Tracy discuss the 1974 American International Pictures (AIP) film “Madhouse”. Later on, 2024’s new release “Longlegs” with Nicholas Cage is up for discussion.
Let us know your thoughts on these films below! Then go follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
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Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Thursday Aug 22, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Marc Sheffler to the show! Marc is an actor, writer, and producer. Marc starred in the iconic 1972 film, The Last House on the Left, directed by Wes Craven. He has also written scripts for several TV specials and series, including Harry and the Hendersons, and the iconic 80’s sitcoms Who’s the Boss, and Charles in Charge.
In this episode, Marc shares his insights about working on the film The Last House on the Left and his memories of the cast. Marc also shares stories from his childhood and his love of comedy – including a very cool story about The Three Stooges!
Please check out Marc’s IMDb page for all his projects! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can find Marc Sheffler’s projects here:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790820/
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Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Thursday Aug 15, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome John D Hancock to the show! John is a director and writer. A few of his projects include the films “Suspended Animation”, “Weeds”, “Bang the Drum Slowly”, and “Let’s Scare Jessica to Death”.
In this episode, John shares with us his memories of the cult classic “Let’s Scare Jessica to Death” and talks about working on the films “Jaws 2”, and “Wolfen”. John also shares his insight on his current projects!
Please check out John’s IMDb page for all his projects! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can find John D Hancock's projects here:
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0359386/
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Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome John Carter Stell to the show!
John is a historian and an author. He has written multiple books in the Tracy Brubaker mystery series as well as the books “Psychos! Sickos! Sequels!: Horror Films of the 1980s” and “Maryland Monster Movie Memories: Baltimore-Washington Area Horror Hosts and More!”1957-1987)”.
In this episode, John shares the history of horror hosts and provides some insight into the research he has done to bring his book to fruition.
Please check out John’s Amazon page for all his books! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
You can connect John Carter Stell here:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B001K83DN2
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Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Thursday Aug 01, 2024
Please join The Ghostly Gallery Podcast as we welcome Frank Saverio to the show! Frank is the author of over 50 crime, non-fiction, and science fiction novels. He also writes under the pseudonyms Frank Zafiro and Frank Scalise.
In this episode, Frank shares with us his love for science fiction and how he got started with writing. Later, Frank delves into his newest novel “Kemper’s House.”
Please connect with Frank using the links below to access all his fantastic content! Then follow The Ghostly Gallery Podcast for the next exciting episode!
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrankZafiroAuthor
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frankzafiro370/
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Websites:
https://www.frankzafiro.com/
https://www.frankscalise.com/
https://www.franksaverio.net/
YouTube: www.youtube.com/@Code4Press
Bookstore: https://code4press.com/
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