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Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes author of ‘Nightmare Soup’
Dr. Brian Onishi, associate professor of Philosophy, and Dr. Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies, released a new episode, "The Babadook: Queerness in the Basement with S. Trimble," of their podcast, Horror Joy.
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July 29, 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, released a new episode of their podcast, "Horror Joy."
In the episode, Onishi and Stoyanoff introduce a new podcast titled "Meet Your Maker," focusing on conversations with horror creators. Their first guest is Jake Tri, the author of "Nightmare Soup," a crowdfunded horror anthology reminiscent of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark."
Tri discusses the inspiration the anthology, the resurgence of horror popularity, and the interplay between horror and joy. The conversation also delves into nostalgia, the creation process with illustrator Andy Sciazko and plans for future projects, including a potential "Nightmare Soup" movie. Listeners are also treated to insights about specific stories in 'Nightmare Soup' and recommendations for other horror media.
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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