Ghouls Night In

Guide to Bamboozling Men

CONTENT WARNING: At the time of the recording & release of this episode, we were not aware of the director’s history of transphobic remarks. Thank you to the listeners who brought this to our attention. We apologize for this oversight on our part and wanted to make sure you had this knowledge when choosing whether or not to engage with this content. Ghouls Night In stands with the trans community and will work to continue ensuring our podcast provides a safe space for all of our listeners. Thank you.
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Penny & Midge chat about the ultra aesthetic indie feminist horror comedy The Love Witch. Though it was released in 2016, learn about this film's connections and conversations with the media of the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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Drop a Toe In There

Penny and Midge explore the real world of carnivorous plants and the history of horror stories that pit man against nature. What do the scary plants of the era say about our society's fears?
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Nativity Scene of a Murder

Penny & Midge discover the dantiest form of murder memorabilia: Victorian true crime figurines! Learn about these charming figures inspired by lurid crimes and what makes people want to put a murderer on their mantel.
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Very Special Nibs

Penny & Midge discuss the life and creations of artist Edward Gorey. His iconic pen and ink style and often spooky subject matter have made him a beloved favorite of many goths and weirdos, but his life outside his work was almost as intriguing.
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Banish Capitalism, Push Rocks

Penny & Midge explore the history of Stonehenge. This prehistoric cultural site has mystified and intrigued since its ancient creation - how was it built? What was it made for? Were aliens involved?
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Big Top Tombstone

Penny & Midge learn about Showmen's Rest, the name given to cemetery sections dedicated to providing an eternal resting place for circus performers, and the tragic train crash that claimed the lives of the first people buried there.
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You're Welcome Imagine Dragons Fans

Penny & Midge discuss the discovery and history of radium, from cosmetic applications to the tragic story of the Radium Girls.
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West Virginia Cryptid Crawl

Penny & Midge return to the state of West Virginia to explore the mysterious tale of the Flatwoods monster. What's the truth behind the 1952 sightings of this strange creature? 
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Hell is a Big Place

Penny & Midge chat about the coolest new adult animated musical series about hell: Hazbin Hotel! This spoiler-free convo covers the top reasons to check out the show & how it already has such a passionate fanbase.
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The Ghoulywed Game

Penny & Midge celebrate Valoween and Ghoulentine's Day with their own spooky version of The Newlywed Game! Play along with the ghouls or pose these questions to your own best ghoul friends to see how well you know each other.
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