

This Is Horror Podcast
Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella
The This Is Horror Podcast is a weekly show for readers, writers, and creators hosted by Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella. We interview writers, artists, publishers, editors, and creatives every week. Over 600 episodes, we have interviewed creatives including Chuck Palahniuk, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill, Joe R. Lansdale, Charlaine Harris, Ellen Datlow, David Moody, Jennifer Lynch, Gemma Files, and Josh Malerman.
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Aug 6, 2025 • 1h 27min
TIH 626: Ross Jeffery on How to Write and Plan a Novel, Being Made Homeless, and Marketing
In this podcast, Ross Jeffery talks about how to write and plan a novel, being made homeless, marketing, and much more. About Ross Jeffery Ross Jeffery is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated and 3x Splatterpunk Award-nominated author of Metamorphosis, The Devil’s Pocketbook, I Died Too, But They Haven’t Buried Me Yet, Tome, Juniper, Scorched, Only … Continue reading

Jul 30, 2025 • 1h 13min
TIH 625: Ross Jeffery on Early Life Lessons, Becoming a Writer, and Writing a New Book Every Three Months
In this podcast, Ross Jeffery talks about early life lessons, becoming a writer, writing a new book every three months, and much more. About Ross Jeffery Ross Jeffery is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated and 3x Splatterpunk Award-nominated author of Metamorphosis, The Devil’s Pocketbook, I Died Too, But They Haven’t Buried Me Yet, Tome, Juniper, Scorched, … Continue reading

Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 24min
TIH 624: Paul Goblirsch on Thunderstorm Books and Limited Hardcover Books
In this podcast, Paul Goblirsch talks about Thunderstorm Books, limited hardcover books, and much more. About Paul Goblirsch Paul Goblirsch established Thunderstorm Books in 2008. Specializing in collectible signed limited edition hardcover books, our goal is to showcase authors’ works in beautiful limited editions. From both new, up-and-coming authors to veterans of the genre, we … Continue reading

Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 33min
TIH 623: Jasper Bark on Writing a Comic in Novel’s Clothing, Bark Bites Horror, and Writing a Three-Book Novel
In this podcast, Jasper Bark talks about writing a comic in novel’s clothing Bark Bites Horror, writing a three-book novel, and much more. About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark is an award-winning novelist, children’s author and comic book writer. Famed for his imaginative storytelling he’s published four novels, twelve children’s books and countless comics and graphic … Continue reading

Jul 4, 2025 • 1h 7min
TIH 622: Jasper Bark on Draw You In, R. L. Carver, and Conspiracy Theories and Comic Books
In this podcast, Jasper Bark talks about Draw You In, R. L. Carver, comic books and conspiracy theories, and much more. About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark is an award-winning novelist, children’s author and comic book writer. Famed for his imaginative storytelling he’s published four novels, twelve children’s books and countless comics and graphic novels. His … Continue reading

Jun 26, 2025 • 1h 22min
TIH 621: Josh Curran on Narrating Daddy’s Boy, Lessons Recording an Audiobook, and the Miscreations Podcast
In this podcast, Josh Curran talks about narrating Daddy’s Boy, lessons learnt recording an audiobook, the Miscreations Podcast, and much more. About Josh Curran Josh Curran is a narrator and writer. He has narrated many episodes of The Other Stories over the show’s lifetime. He is also the creator of the horror audio-drama podcast, Miscreation. … Continue reading

Jun 20, 2025 • 1h 14min
TIH 620: Jon Bassoff on The Memory Ward, The Drive-Thru Crematorium, and Becoming a Writer
In this podcast, Jon Bassoff talks about The Memory Ward, The Drive-Thru Crematorium, and becoming a writer. About Jon Bassoff Jon Bassoff is the author of ten novels. His mountain gothic novel, Corrosion, has been translated in French and German and was nominated for the Grand Prix de Litterature Policiere, France’s biggest crime fiction award. … Continue reading

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Jun 12, 2025 • 1h 41min
TIH 619: Jason Pargin on Writing Pop Culture References in Film and Fiction
In this engaging discussion, Jason Pargin, bestselling author and former Cracked.com editor, delves into the art of weaving pop culture references into narratives. He shares insights on the fleeting nature of cultural relevance and how to keep humor alive in stories. The conversation also touches on the challenges of self-promotion in the digital age, reflecting on the frustrations with social media and genre classification. Pargin's thoughts on supporting independent creators add a heartfelt note to the discussion, making it both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 28min
TIH 618: Brian Asman on Writing Fiction Fearlessly
In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about writing fiction fearlessly, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s the author of Good Dogs, Man, F*ck this House, I’m Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today from Eraserhead Press, Neo Arcana, Nunchuck City and … Continue reading

10 snips
May 23, 2025 • 1h 43min
TIH 617: Jasper Bark on Dark Comedy, Horror Comedy, and The Origins of Gallows Humour
Join award-winning author Jasper Bark, known for his vivid storytelling across genres, as he dives into the intriguing world of dark comedy and horror comedy. He explores the origins and significance of gallows humor, and how it confronts societal taboos like death. Jasper shares personal anecdotes, discussing the evolving landscape of comedy and its role in a sensitive society. He highlights the thin line between laughter and horror, and reflects on how these genres can offer both liberation and healing through storytelling.