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Guys: Episode 94 - Book Guys with Alex Goldman

Guys: With Bryan Quinby

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Humor and Horror: Revisiting Dracula

This chapter humorously critiques Bram Stoker's 'Dracula,' exploring reader frustrations with its archaic language and the disconnect to modern audiences. The discussion addresses the novel's impact on contemporary vampire lore, comparing it to children's adaptations like 'Hotel Transylvania.' Speakers reflect on the evolution of horror narratives, expressing a desire for more tension-filled stories centered around Dracula while analyzing the underwhelming portrayal of the character in the original text.

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