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Lunatics Radio Hour: The History of Horror

The Lunatics Project

Tv & Film

History

Tv & Film

Frequency: 1 episode/10d. Total Eps: 250

The history of horror and the horror of history.

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20/08/2026
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#84
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Episode 159 - The History of Superhero Horror: Part 2

Season 1 · Episode 205

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 • Duration 01:01:10

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Abby and Alan continue their conversation about superhero history and horror. Diving into the most iconic superheroes of all time, and the best examples of superhero horror.

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Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Episode 158 - The History of Superhero Horror: Part 1

Season 1 · Episode 204

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 • Duration 01:01:49

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Listen in as Abby and Alan discuss the origins of superhero horror, starting with the earliest instances of folk heros, and the very first superhero comics. From Hugo Hercules to Robinhood, the Scarlett Pimpernel and Namor the Submariner.

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Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Episode 152 - The Dark History of Valentine's Day

Season 1 · Episode 195

Sunday, February 9, 2025 • Duration 34:55

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Listen in as Abby discusses the dark origins of Valentine’s Day, tracing its roots from ancient Roman rituals to the modern celebration of love. We explore how traditions like Lupercalia influenced the holiday and examine the lesser-known stories of St. Valentine and the evolution of Cupid.

Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Time Magazine article by Kat Moon: The Truth About the Connection Between Valentine’s Day and the Ancient Roman Festival of Lupercalia
NPR article by Arnie Seipel: The Dark Origins of Valentine’s Day
Time Article by Rachel E. Greenspan: Cherubic Cupid is Everywhere on Valentine’s Day
Smithsonian Magazine Article by Lisa Bitel The Gory Origins of Valentine's Day
Historic UK article by Ellen Castelow St Valentines Day
Good Housekeeping article by Marisa Lascala 15 Best Valentine's Day Horror Movies for People Who Want Their Hearts Racing

Episode 91 - The History of The Amityville Horror

Season 1 · Episode 104

Monday, December 6, 2021 • Duration 01:10:40

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Abby and Alan discuss the true events that inspired the Amityville Horror book and film series. A horrific crime that leads to extensive paranormal and haunting claims. The Amityville Horror rocked then nation and went on to inspire over 30 sequels and remakes. Do you believe?

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Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Lunatics Library 14 - Our Scariest Stories

Season 1 · Episode 103

Monday, November 22, 2021 • Duration 01:06:56

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Abby and Alan present the scariest stories from Lunatics Radio Hour. Sit back and relax as we send shivers down your spine.

Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Episode 90 - The Hauntings of The Waverly Hills Sanatorium

Season 1 · Episode 102

Monday, November 15, 2021 • Duration 01:13:37

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Abby and Alan explore the history of The Waverly Hills Sanatorium and Tuberculosis in the United States. We were lucky enough to have our friends Robin and Bob (of Bob’s Short Story Hour and Hidden Oaks) share their first hand possibly paranormal experiences visiting Waverly Hills.

Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Lunatics Library 13 - Ouija Stories

Season 1 · Episode 101

Monday, November 8, 2021 • Duration 31:19

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Abby and Alan present stories about Ouija! The first story is read beautifully by Nadia Rausa (from One to a Thousand), an excerpt from The Seven Purposes. The second story is written by Abby Brenker and narrated by the one and only Kevin Murphy.

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Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

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Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Episode 89 - The History of Ouija Boards

Season 1 · Episode 100

Saturday, October 30, 2021 • Duration 01:08:01

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Abby and Alan talk about the history and evolution of Ouija boards, spirit boards and talking boards. Ouija started as a device to contact spirits during the Spiritualism movement in the United States, but turned into a fun game for kids and finally to a spooky way to summon demons.

Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Episode 88: The History of The Halloween Film Franchise: Part 2

Season 1 · Episode 99

Thursday, October 28, 2021 • Duration 53:02

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Abby and Alan unpack the dense history of every single Halloween film ever made. Starting with the original Halloween from 1978, directed by John Carpenter and starring Jamie Lee Curtis. And ending with Halloween Kills, currently in theaters. Part two will pick up with Halloween H20. Part one covers all films from the original through The Curse of Michael Meyers. Listen back for that.

Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

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Consider joining our Patreon for bonus episodes, spooky literature and deep dives into horror and history. Click here to learn more.

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Episode 87 - The History of The Halloween Film Franchise: Part 1

Season 1 · Episode 98

Monday, October 25, 2021 • Duration 01:03:36

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Abby and Alan unpack the dense history of every single Halloween film ever made. Starting with the original Halloween from 1978, directed by John Carpenter and starring Jamie Lee Curtis. And ending with Halloween Kills, currently in theaters. Part one leaves off after the discussion of the 6th film. Part two will pick up with Halloween H20.

Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback.

Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.

lunaticsproject.com

Consider joining our Patreon for bonus episodes, spooky literature and deep dives into horror and history. Click here to learn more.

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Lunatics Radio Hour: The History of Horror – Details, episodes & analysis

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