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Think you know ChatGPT's custom GPTs? 🤔 Probably not. Last week, we tackled the basics and what's new with OpenAI's refreshed GPTs. For this AI Working Wednesdays episode, we're getting into some advanced techniques to hep you win back time. ↳ using the crazy powerful o3 model to your GPT's advantage ↳ context stacking ↳ custom actions to connect to third party sites Yeah.... don't sleep on this one shorties. Ep 563: ChatGPT's New Custom GPT's: Advanced techniques to win back time Newsletter: Sign up for our free daily newsletter More on this Episode: Episode Page Join the discussion: Thoughts on this? Join the convo and connect with other AI leaders on LinkedIn. Upcoming Episodes: Check out the upcoming Everyday AI Livestream lineup Website: YourEverydayAI.com Email The Show: info@youreverydayai.com Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn Topics Covered in This Episode: Custom GPTs: Advanced Techniques Overview OpenAI's Context Stacking Strategy O3 Model's Thinking Capabilities Building Efficient Custom GPTs Custom Actions and API Integration Zapier Integration for Dynamic Data ChatGPT's Context Window Management Creating Evergreen Podcast Content Timestamps: 00:00 Custom GPTs: Evolution and Insights 03:23 "Mastering GPT Context Stacking" 09:31 "Context Stacking in Chat GPT" 11:20 GPT Context Switching Advantage 15:33 Customizable GPT Usage Explained 19:51 Evergreen Episode Update Strategy 21:44 Optimizing AI for Continued Learning 23:48 "O-Series Models: Advanced AI Capabilities" 28:41 Building GPTs for Episode Research 30:03 GPT Model Customization and Sharing 33:18 Securing API Keys in GPTs 36:55 Zapier Enhances GPT Email Capabilities 42:12 "Use Chrome Extensions for Tokens" 43:48 "AI at Work Wednesdays Survey" Keywords: OpenAI's custom GPTs, advanced techniques, save time, context stacking, o three model, ChatGPT updates, logic and reasoning, plan ahead capabilities, agentic tools, custom actions, third party data, API, building GPTs, leveraging AI, context window, transformer model, generative AI, organization usage, fine tuning performance, productivity enhancement, AI agents, AI tools integration, custom configuration, everyday applications, tech strategies, new rendition, midweek break, AI experts, smarter AI usage, AI-powered planning, AI transformations. Ep 563: Send Everyday AI and Jordan a text message. (We can't reply back unless you leave contact info) Square keeps up so you don't have to slow down. Get everything you need to run and grow your business—without any long-term commitments. And why wait? Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at square.com/go/jordan. Run your business smarter with Square. Get started today.…

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The Professor is In - Revisiting a Year of Horror Joy with Kevin Wetmore, Jr. 47:26

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In this special anniversary episode of Horror Joy, hosts Brian Onishi and Jeff Stoyanoff reflect on their first year of celebrating the emotional and intellectual joys of horror. They discuss their favorite moments, memorable interviews with horror figures likePaul Tremblay, S. Trimble and Stephen Graham Jones, and the impact of films like Jaws, The Blair Witch Project, and Silence of the Lambs. The episode features an in-depth conversation with Professor Kevin Wetmore, who shares his insights on the communal and personal joys of horror, the evolving nature of the genre post-9/11, and the significance of the 'final girl' trope. Wetmore also discusses his work in theater and medieval literature, emphasizing how horror brings people together and helps them confront their deepest fears. So, grab your favorite haunted blue book and settle in for some schooling. But don’t fall asleep, you never know where you’ll wake up. 02:06 Introducing Kevin Whitmore Jr. 06:41 The Community Aspect of Horror 13:41 Jaws: The Original Summer Blockbuster 18:47 The Perception of Horror as a Lesser Genre 24:56 Exploring Horror Post 9/11 27:45 The Impact of 9/11 on Slasher Films 30:41 Final Destination: Death as the Ultimate Slasher 33:45 Medieval Horror and Theater 38:13 The Essence of Horror in Theater and Film 44:47 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations Men, Women, and Chainsaws by Carol Clover Post 9/11 Horror In American Cinema by Kevin Wetmore Jr. Eaters of the Dead – Myths and Realities of Cannibal Monsters by Kevin Wetmore, Jr. Kevin Wetmore, Jr. The Worm at the Core – The Role of Death in Life by Sheldon Solomon, Jeff Greenberg, and Tom Pyszczynski When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy Qui Nguyen…

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Meet Your Maker: A New Horror Joy Series (Trailer) 1:24

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Join your favorite Horror podcasters as they introduce 'Meet Your Maker,' a new series from Horror Joy. This show is dedicated to interviewing some of the best-known and emerging Horror authors, including Clay McLeod Chapman, Victoria Dalpe, Sadie Hartmann (AKA Mother Horror), John Langan, Thomas Ha, Jake Tri, Kat Silva, and many more. Each 30-minute episode will explore new books, stories, and films, offering fans weekly content filled with more horror and joy.…

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Final Destination 1, 2, 3 49:11

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In this episode of Horror Joy, we turn back time to solve the puzzle of the first three films of the Final Destination franchise, exploring the ways they engage with the horrors of the new millennium, its politics, and its technologies. The series’ horrors are doubled when we realize that the first film starts off with an exploding plane, uncannily anticipating the 9/11 terrorist attacks that fundamentally reshaped the United States of America, the Middle East, and the geopolitics of never-ending surveillance due to the specter of terrorism. They discuss: · How these films reflect the anxieties of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, including the twin specters of Y2K and the 9/11 terrorist attacks. · How the themes of technology, societal change, and existential dread, show up differently in each film · The role of Tony Todd's (Bludworth) character as a potential personification of death · And reflect on how the trilogy evolved into a commentary on the modern human condition. So, charge your camera batteries and death proof your rusty fishing hooks because the roller coaster is about to leave the station. It’s your last chance to get off the ride. But don’t worry, we’ll remember your place in line. William Stevenson. "Late Slasher: Remediation to Premediation in Urban Legend , Gossip , and Final Destination ." Danse Macabre Camus - The Myth of Sisyphus Heidegger - Being and Time…

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Never Whistle at Night 43:40

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In this episode of 'Horror Joy,' hosts Brian and Jeff delve into the 2023 anthology Never Whistle at Night , edited by Shane Hawk and Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. This collection, featuring indigenous dark fiction, navigates the intersections of horror, colonization, and representation. We discuss: · The impact of these stories both in the classroom and as a means of broadening perspectives · Key stories such as 'White Hills,' 'The Ones Who Killed Us,' and 'Navajos Don't Wear Elk Teeth,' · The importance of blood and the construction of identity · The joy and complexity found in these narratives These stories navigate the tension of imagined and real worlds, mortals and monsters, blood and identity, and community and isolation. They call us to reconsider our preconceptions of the world, and they remind us that all of us (in the United States) occupy stolen lands. So, keep your lips from whistling and settle into the comfortably uncomfortable worlds of these stories. But don’t lose track of the trail. While this may be an invitation, that doesn’t necessarily mean it's safe. Indigenous Futurisms and Decolonial Horror: An Interview with Rebecca Roanhorse by Madelyn Marie Schoonover One drop rule Plessy V. Ferguson Indigenous Horror by Heather Hall Orientalism by Edward Said…

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Black/Southern Gothic - Sinners and The Reformatory 1:15:09

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Right now in the US, it feels like we're living in a haunted house of historical racial horrors, with "DEI" being demonized and books banned. Southern and Black Gothic literature, however, bravely uncover these past atrocities and their ongoing impact. On this Horror Joy episode, we welcome author Briana N. Cox to explore Black/Southern Horror. First, we bite into Ryan Coogler's 2025 hit Sinners , which uses vampiric imagery to explore race, greed, music, and time. Then, we turn to Tananarive Due’s 2023 masterpiece, The Reformatory . Based on the real-life Dozier School for Boys, it follows young Robert Stephens, Jr. through a thinly veiled juvenile prison, using exaggerated sentences, "haints," and a KKK siege to connect slavery, Jim Crow, and incarceration. Like English Gothic, Black/Southern Gothic uses crumbling infrastructure and outdated systems, replacing castles with plantations and secret rooms with prison control mechanisms. As Bridget M. Marshall notes, these genres share "creepy buildings, mysterious landscapes, unhealthy obsessions with the past, revelations of dark secrets, acts of violence, and troubled mental states." Horror is always political, but Black/Southern Gothic highlights how we're all haunted by our collective past. Join us to find joy and heartbreak in these troubling histories and horrific tales. Just remember: don't be seduced by every song, and always, ALWAYS, fight the KKK! Black Bodies, White Gazes by George Yancy The Return of the Repressed: The Subprime Haunted House by Jaleesa Rena Harris Briana N. Cox The Moonshot Initiative PedroParo2 “Tilt the mirror”: An Interview with Tananarive Due…

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Cop Horror - Se7en and Memories of a Murder 56:16

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In this episode of Horror Joy, Brian and Jeff explore the themes of justice, truth, and morality through the examination of two iconic cop horror films: David Fincher's 'Seven' (1995) and Bong Joon-ho's 'Memories of Murder' (2003). We discuss: · The portrayal of police ineptitude and brutality · Sin as a model for understanding moral judgements · The impact of male ambition on women's bodies · The bleakness of a futureless world So, grab your detective kit and come along as we travel the long way out of hell up to the light. But make sure to keep your head along the way (and don’t dropkick anyone), lest you become vengeance, lest you become wrath. Apocalyptic Dread: American Film at the Turn of the Millennium by Kirsten Moana Thompson Se7en: Medieval Justice, Modern Justice by Valerie Allen “Why American Studies Needs to Think about Korean Cinema, or, Transnational Genres in the Films of Bong Joon-Ho” by Christina Klein "Murder and Meaning: The Ordinariness of Violence in Memories of Murder" by Reza Pourmikail. 00:00 Introduction to Cop Horror Beginning – 29:10: ‘Se7en' by David Fincher 29:15 – 46:58: Memories of Murder: A Dive into South Korean Crime 46:58 – End: Finding Joy in Dark Cinema…

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90s Teen Slashers - Scream and I Know What You Did Last Summer 1:00:14

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In this episode of Horror Joy, hosts Brian and Jeff revisit the iconic nineties teen slasher films Scream (1996) and I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997). They explore how Scream redefined the slasher genre with its meta-horror elements and adherence to and subversion of classic horror rules. They contrast this with I Know What You Did Last Summer’s more traditional approach, discussing its themes of future anxiety, class conflict, and the psychological impact of social expectations. They reflect on the nostalgia of the VHS era and the communal aspect of watching horror films. By the episode's end, Brian and Jeff conclude that Scream holds up as a genre-defining classic but I Know What You Did Last Summer is not an especially good or scary movie. So, what is your favorite scary movie? Grab your cordless phone and rekindle the hope of the approaching new millennium. But don’t hold on too tight, because we all know how quickly that could be dashed by a ubiquitous masked killer. And if we get lost along the way, don’t worry. We’ll be right back. Killing Mr. Griffin Lois Duncan Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees by Patrick Horvath Valerie Wee - "Resurrecting and Updating the Teen Slasher: The Case of Scream" Matt Frucci - "'I Know What You Did Last Summer' is no 'Scream'" Alexandra West - The 1990s Teen Horror Cycle: Final Girls and a New Hollywood Formula 00:00 The Rules of the Slasher Genre 01:05 Teen Slashers: Scream vs. I Know What You Did Last Summer 02:46 Personal Nostalgia and Cultural Impact 04:39 Revisiting Scream: A Cultural Phenomenon 06:10 The Opening Scene: Setting the Stage for Horror 09:59 The Meta Commentary and Rules of Survival 23:03 The Two Killers Twist and Technological Intrusions 32:16 Repressed Sexual Activity in Slashers 32:44 Final Thoughts on Scream 34:35 Introduction to I Know What You Did Last Summer 35:07 Plot Breakdown and Character Analysis 36:31 Comparing Casts and Performances 38:33 Critiques and Reviews 41:42 Class and Social Commentary 47:29 Mental Health and Urban Legends 54:07 Finding Joy in 90s Teen Slashers 58:50 Concluding Thoughts and Future Discussions…

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Buffalo, Confession, Vampire - An Interview with Stephen Graham Jones 54:58

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This week on Horror Joy, Brian and Jeff welcome New York Times best-selling author Stephen Graham Jones to the show. We'll be discussing his incredible new novel, "The Buffalo Hunter, Hunter," and delving into the intricate themes it explores: Community, Inherited Guilt, Justice, and the Construction of Truth: We examine how these complex societal issues are portrayed within the narrative of "The Buffalo Hunter, Hunter," and consider the unique lens that horror fiction offers for exploring these themes. The Relationship Between Joy and Horror in Storytelling: We'll explore the nuanced ways in which seemingly disparate emotions like joy and horror can coexist and even enhance the storytelling experience, creating deeper resonance with the audience. The Complexities of Vampires and Slashers: We'll analyze the enduring appeal of these iconic figures in the horror genre, discussing their multifaceted representations and the cultural anxieties they often reflect. The Significance of Community Among Horror Creators and Fans: We'll discuss the vital role of community within the horror landscape, highlighting the support, inspiration, and connection it fosters for both creators and enthusiasts. In addition to discussing his latest work, Stephen will share his perspectives on writing, his enthusiasm for basketball, and some recent horror narratives that he have brought him joy. So grab a slice of your favorite confessional cake and join us as we talk horror, joy, and everything in between with Stephen Graham Jones. Be sure to keep your lanterns lit and your senses alert lest the vampire come for you in the darkness. Ahh Zombies Hi-Phi Nation – Vampires Victorian Psycho Maeve Fly by C.J. Lee Happy Death Day directed by Christopher Landon The Cabin in the Woods Also See: A Horror Apocalypse – Meta-Horror, Masks, and The Cabin in the Woods The Legend of Beaver Dam Spider by Nash Edgerton 00:00 Introduction to Stephen Graham Jones' Latest Novel 02:33 Exploring the Relationship Between Joy and Horror 05:47 The Concept of Conversion in Vampire Stories 08:20 Justice and Inherited Guilt in 'The Buffalo Hunter Hunter' 10:34 Ecological Themes and Historical Horror 18:07 Confession as a Mechanism for Truth 24:12 The Role of Stewardship in the Novel 29:04 Stripping Away Community in Horror 29:28 The Role of Community in Horror Stories 30:42 Crafting Community in Horror Writing 32:24 Solidarity Among Horror Authors 33:58 Joy in Horror Communities 34:38 Exploring Slasher Books 36:05 Balancing Inclusivity and In-Jokes 40:16 Selling Horror to the Hesitant 43:40 The Joy of Horror Storytelling 48:24 Basketball and Writing 52:23 Final Thoughts and Farewells…

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Cult Horror - Hereditary and Midsommar 1:00:50

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In this episode of Horror Joy, Jeff and Brian delve into cult representations in Ari Aster's popular horror films 'Hereditary' (2018) and 'Midsommar' (2019). They emphasize the intricate storytelling and thematic parallels between the two films, providing in-depth analysis on toxic masculinity, folklore, and community care as portrayed in Aster's works. They discuss: · The nature of cult horror · Family dynamics · The supposed safe space of the home · The psychological exploration of grief and trauma within these narratives · the unsettling allure of cults and how these films reflect broader societal issues. · Toxic masculinity and horror So, grab your favorite tunic and ceremonial candle, and make sure to listen for the faint click of a tongue. But don’t get left behind, lest you get sacrificed and left to the cycles of bloom and harvest for which we give thanks to our deity of reciprocity. Cary Elza, "'Do You Feel Held?': Gender, Community, and Affective Design in Midsommar." Aviva Briefel. "The Terror of Very Small Worlds: Hereditary and the Miniature Scales of Horror." Stacey Anh Baran. "‘Once upon a Midsommar…’: Nature, nationalism and the Swedish folkloresque." Robert Pogue Harrison. The Dominion of the Dead. M. Night Shyamalan. The Village . 2004. Robin Hardy. The Wickerman . 1973. 03:06 Deep Dive into Hereditary 27:09 Introduction to Midsommar 52:44 Finding Joy in Horror Films…

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Faith Horror - Heretic and Universal Harvester 1:08:08

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On this episode of Horror Joy, Brian Onishi and Jeff Stoyanoff unpack the discomforting narratives of John Darnielle's Universal Harvester and A24's Heretic , examining how faith fuels both profound peace and unsettling horror. We'll trace the emotional arcs of these characters, exploring the role of belief in their lives and in our own. We’ll discuss: · The role that expectation plays in what we are willing to believe and what we reject · The impact narrative has on meaning, community, and discourse · The horrors of manipulating someone’s beliefs for the sake of power and control · The sweet sadness of family, loss, and time · And the nostalgia for a time organized and documented by VHS tapes So, light your favorite candle and join us as we dig deep into the world of faith and belief. But check the tapes before we go, lest you get lost in the labyrinth of iterations. 03:17 Heretic 35:55 Universal Harvester 57:30 Finding Joy in the Mundane 01:07:01 Final Thoughts and Recommendations Heretic Universal Harvester – by John Darnielle Rhetoric, Hermeneutics, and Translation in the Middle Ages by Rita Copeland Horror Tropes and Human Sadness in Universal Harvester by Carmen Maria Machado Horror and the Death of God by Simon Marsden, in Horror and Religion – New Literary Approaches to Theology, Race, and Sexuality Dan Maclellan Shock Induction by Chuck Palahniuk Chekhov’s Gun Hermeneutics The Call of the Eco-Weird in Fiction, Film, and Games – edited by Brian Hisao Onishi and Nathan M. Bell…

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The Devil Made Me Do It - The Silence of the Lambs and Longlegs 1:06:38

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This week on Horror Joy, Jeff and Brian wrestle with the dualities of fear in Jonathan Demme's The Silence of the Lambs and Osgood Perkins' Longlegs . They dissect the psychological and gender horrors lurking within The Silence of the Lambs , contrasting it with the mythological and satanic elements of Longlegs . They examine the tangled webs of desire, identity, and rationalization, revealing: · The transphobia in The Silence of the Lambs and how thoughts on gender have changed · The rich material world of Jonathan Demme’s film · The failed mythology of Longlegs and The connection to the satanic panic in its Devil-Made-Me-Do-It tale · Whether Longlegs lives up to the comparisons to The Silence of the Lambs (it does not) So, grab your badge and join us as we follow the cryptic trail of evasive mass murderers. I heard there will be a party at the end. Just avoid the fava beans and chianti and put the lotion in the basket. Glorious Bodies by Colby Gordon The Matter with Pantheism By Mary-Jane Rubenstein Longlegs Exemplifies American Horror’s Inability to Speak to the Moment By Jade Bastien https://www.vox.com/culture/22281548/silence-of-the-lambs-cultural-impact-legacy-feminist-transphobia Queer Play: The Cultural Work of Crossdressing in Medieval Drama by Claire Sponsler and Robert Clark Oz Perkins’ Longlegs as Folk Horror by Dawn Keetley Filleting Gender and Sexuality in The Silence of the Lambs by Christina H. Hodel 07:26 Gender Dynamics and Transphobia in 'The Silence of the Lambs' 27:18 Psychological Horror and Class Elements 32:12 Transition to 'Long Legs' 34:45 Critique of 'Long Legs' 37:31 Analyzing Gender Performance in Longlegs 38:11 Critique of the Mythology in Longlegs 39:51 Comparing Longlegs to Other Horror Films 41:09 The Role of Nostalgia and Mythology 42:27 Exploring the Folk Horror Elements 47:46 Pan and the Satanic Panic 52:22 Final Thoughts and Joy in Horror 01:06:03 Conclusion and Listener Engagement…

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Body Horror in The Substance and Olga Tokarczuk's The Empusium 1:08:19

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This week on Horror Joy, Jeff and Brian delve into the unsettling world of body horror, examining how it reflects societal pressures and personal anxieties. They dissect Coralie Fargeat's 2024 film, The Substance , starring Demi Moore, a biting critique of female beauty standards and the male gaze. They also explore Nobel Prize winner Olga Tokarczuk's novel, The Empusium , a health resort horror story exposing the misogynistic views of the early 20th century and the body dysmorphia of its protagonist. We discuss: ·The destructive nature of beauty standards on female bodies ·The predatory male gaze ·The horror of tuberculosis and terrible health politics in the United States ·The importance of catching our breath in troubling times ·The self-othering of gender dysmorphia So, grab your favorite scalpel and join us for a more than skin deep conversation about aging bodies, failing lungs, and ephemeral mountain beings. Remember to keep breathing and try not to get chewed up along the way. 00:00 Introduction to Body Horror 01:31 Exploring 'The Substance' 04:52 Themes of Female Beauty and Aging 10:34 Critique of the Male Gaze 17:19 Cultural Commentary and Societal Critique 32:29 Transition to 'The Empusium' 33:51 Exploring Misogyny and Body Horror in the Novel 35:43 Voynich's Body Dysmorphia and Other Characters 42:08 The Role of Breath and Tuberculosis in the Story 45:00 Intersex Bodies and Historical Context 51:42 Philosophical Conversations and Gender Essentialism 01:00:28 Final Thoughts and Finding Joy in Art…

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Severance, Liminality, and Analog Horror (Mandela Catalog/The Backrooms) 53:27

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This week on Horror Joy, Brian and Jeff traverse the eerie corridors of liminality in horror. They kick off with a deep dive into the Apple TV series Severance, exploring how its portrayal of work-life separation raises existential and psychological questions. Is it a thriller, or horror? Moving forward, they venture into the unsettling realm of analog horror, with a focus on YouTube creators like Kane Pixels and Alex Kister. Join us as we travel deeper in the backrooms of liminal horror and the analog threat: ·We’ll discuss how liminality works in Gothic literature ·We’ll analyze what Severance tells us about the value of labor and the role that religious language plays in the trust/fear/disgust of corporate overlords ·We’ll question how authenticity is found in the gritty videos of analog horror and the terror of a found footage retelling of Biblical stories ·We’ll find joy in the mystery box of Severance and the labor of love of analog horror From grainy VHS aesthetics to biblical retellings, they examine how these themes distort reality and evoke a primal fear of the unknown. Join them in exploring the blurred lines of identity, the nature of labor, and the unsettling nostalgia of analog media. Severance Killer tapes and Shattered Screens by Caetlin Benson-Allot The Backrooms The Mandela Catalog Exploring Liminal Spaces in Gothic Literature: The Role of Transition and Boundary in Frankenstein, Dracula, and the Works of Edgar Allan Poe by Mariyam Farzand Arts of Wonder by Jeffrey L. Kosky “What Is Analog Horror? The Subgenre of 'Skinamarink' Explained.” By Samuel Williamson. Collider . 7 Feb. 2023 The Ritual Process by Victor Turner Walter Benjamin Alienation in labor Limbo 00:00-02:18 Hosts Introduction and Episode Overview 02:19 Deep Dive into Severance 03:52 Liminality in Gothic Literature 05:27 Severance: Themes and Analysis 07:12 The Horror of Modern Workspaces 16:23 Rituals and Symbolism in Severance 24:51 Helly R's Role and Corporate Religion 27:30 Exploring the Horrors of Severance 28:40 The Liminality in Severance and Analog Horror 30:45 Analog Horror: A Dive into the Genre 35:08 The Mandela Catalog and Biblical Narratives 37:28 Medieval Drama and Modern Analog Horror 47:23 Finding Joy in Horror 52:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts…

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The Monstrous Image – Horror in Graphic Novels (Something is Killing the Children and Universal’s Frankenstein) 53:31

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The Monstrous Image – Horror in Graphic Novels (Something is Killing the Children and Universal’s Frankenstein) In this episode of Horror Joy, hosts Brian Onishi and Jeff Stoyanoff explore the portrayal of monsters in the realm of comics and graphic novels. They dive into the complex narratives, dissecting the horror genre as seen in James Tynion IV's 'Something is Killing the Children' and Michael Walsh's 'Universal Monsters: Frankenstein'. In this episode we: · Revisit the gothic elements of Robert Eggers' 2024 film Nosferatu, pointing out the underlying themes of predation and power · Identify major themes of childhood, power, and authority in “Something is Killing the Children” and “Frankenstein” · Discuss how these stories reflect societal fears, the current political landscape, and the power dynamics in contemporary America · Share the joy they find in these graphic narratives, highlighting the importance of art and imagination in provoking thought and emotional engagement 00:00 Introduction to Monsters in Comics 01:01 Exploring 'Something is Killing the Children' 01:28 Universal Monsters: Frankenstein's Perspective 02:17 Welcome to Horror Joy 02:48 Nosferatu and the Gothic Elements 08:47 Frankenstein: The Gothic and Modern Anxieties 20:42 Frankenstein's Creation and Ecological Allegories 26:40 Upcoming Release: The EcoWeird 26:44 Diving into 'Something is Killing the Children' 27:21 Why This Comic Stands Out 29:04 Teaching the Comic: Student Reactions 31:31 Plot and Themes of 'Something is Killing the Children' 37:33 Comparisons and Cultural Reflections 39:19 The Real Horror: Societal Issues 47:42 Finding Joy in Graphic Novels 52:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts…

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Nosferatu and "First Word on Horror" with Philip Gelatt 48:57

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