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Penn State Altoona faculty’s podcast explores found footage horror
In a live-recorded episode of their podcast "Horror Joy," faculty members Brian Onishi and Jeff Stoyanoff are joined by New York Times bestselling author Paul Tremblay at Next Chapter Bookshop in Hollidaysburg, PA. Tremblay discusses various themes in his works and answers audience questions.
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December 15, 2025
ALTOONA, Pa. - Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies, have released a new episode of their "Horror Joy" podcast. In the latest episode, the hosts welcome author Michael Wehunt to explore the appeal of found footage horror.
Wehunt's debut novel, "The October Film Haunt," blends subgenres including found footage, slasher, and occult horror. The episode's conversation covers Wehunt's writing journey, the intricacies of the horror genre and deeper themes of community, belief and the potential dangers they pose.
Wehunt shares his thoughts on the joy within horror and how true-life horrors like social media manipulation and post-truth societies interact with horror elements in literature. The episode concludes with insights on recent horror literature that has brought joy to the participants, emphasizing the depth and complexity of the genre.
The full episode can be accessed on podcast providers or on Red Circle. Learn more about the "Horror Joy" podcast online.
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