Into the Darkness: Exploring Horror

Will Soto

Welcome to “Into the Darkness” where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode. I’m your host, Will. The horror community is filled with amazing and talented creators, actors/actresses, authors/storytellers, podcast hosts, paranormal investigators, horror movie fans, filmmakers, and more. If you love horror, this is the place for you. If you want to explore the depths of horror culture, join me as we step into the darkness.

  1. ITD E27: Exploring Monstrous Motherhood and Feminine Rage with Caitlin Grant (Host, "Plug It Up!")

    02/05/2025

    ITD E27: Exploring Monstrous Motherhood and Feminine Rage with Caitlin Grant (Host, "Plug It Up!")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Caitlin Grant, host of the terrific horror movie podcast, "Plug It Up!" In this episode, we discuss monstrous motherhood and feminine rage, pay homage to a few terrific FMC performances, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find "Plug It Up" on social media: IG: @plugituppod Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min
  2. 26: Exploring Paranormal Podcasting with Gina and Kathryn (Co-Hosts, "I Scream, You Scream")

    15/04/2025

    26: Exploring Paranormal Podcasting with Gina and Kathryn (Co-Hosts, "I Scream, You Scream")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guests, Gina and Kathryn, co-hosts of a terrific podcast, "I Scream, You Scream." In this episode, we discuss everything related to paranormal podcasting--including the joys and struggles of hosting a new show, haunted houses, researching for an episode, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find "I Scream, You Scream" on social media: IG: @iscreamyouscreampod Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 21min
  3. 25: Exploring Horror Storytelling with Shelby Novak (Host, "Scare You to Sleep")

    09/04/2025

    25: Exploring Horror Storytelling with Shelby Novak (Host, "Scare You to Sleep")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Shelby Novak, host of one of my all-time favorite podcasts, Scare You to Sleep! In this episode, we discuss Shelby's journey in horror podcasting, her influences, handling criticism, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find Shelby Novak on social media: IG/Threads: @shelbybnovak Find "Scare You to Sleep" on social media: IG/Threads: @scareyoutosleep Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 4min
  4. 24: Exploring Horror Writing with V.S. Lawrence (Author, "80's Ghosts" and "With Friends Like These")

    07/04/2025

    24: Exploring Horror Writing with V.S. Lawrence (Author, "80's Ghosts" and "With Friends Like These")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, V.S. Lawrence, author of a terrific horror novel, 80's Ghosts AND THE UPCOMING NOVEL, With Friends Like These (which releases on April 15, 2025)! In this episode, we discuss everything V.S' journey into horror writing, her influences, publishing, and her upcoming novel! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find V.S. Lawrence on social media: IG/Threads: vslawrence.author Find "80's Ghosts" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/80s-Ghosts-V-S-Lawrence-ebook/dp/B0D1KCGMFW PREORDER "WITH FRIENDS LIKE THESE": https://www.amazon.com/Friends-Like-These-V-S-Lawrence-ebook/dp/B0DXQGWFVT?ref_=ast_author_mpb Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
  5. 23: Exploring Paranormal Podcasting with Amanda (Co-Host, "Drinking the Koolaid")

    04/04/2025

    23: Exploring Paranormal Podcasting with Amanda (Co-Host, "Drinking the Koolaid")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Amanda, co-host of a terrific (and one of my favorite) podcast--Drinking the Koolaid! In this episode, we discuss everything related to paranormal podcasting--including favorite and least favorite stories to tell (cryptids!), her spooky origin story, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find Amanda on social media: IG: @amandamandashow Find "Drinking the Koolaid" on social media: IG: @drinkingthekoolaidpod Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 4min
  6. 22: Exploring Horror Writing for Young Readers with Anastasia Garcia (Author, "Frights to Tell at Night" Series)

    26/03/2025

    22: Exploring Horror Writing for Young Readers with Anastasia Garcia (Author, "Frights to Tell at Night" Series)

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Anastasia Garcia, author of the "Frights to Tell at Night" book series for young readers. In this episode, we discuss writing for a younger audience, global influences and folklore in horror writing, Anastasia's horror influences growing up, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find Anastasia Garcia on social media: IG/Threads: @anastasiawrites Find the "Frights to Tell at Night" book series on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Anastasia-Garcia/author/B0BYT7Z3GX?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=f7e7bc5d-11bc-4901-badb-43250aa572d4 Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  7. 21: Exploring True Crime Podcasting with Tara (Co-Host, "3 Spooked Girls" and "Social Seance Society")

    19/03/2025

    21: Exploring True Crime Podcasting with Tara (Co-Host, "3 Spooked Girls" and "Social Seance Society")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Tara Marie, co-host of two terrific shows--3 Spooked Girls, and Social Seance Society! In this episode, we discuss everything related to true crime--ethical research and storytelling, centering victims, avoiding exploitation in true crime podcasting, and more! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! CHAPTERS: 0:34: Introduction 13:15: Ethics in True Crime Podcasting 25:48: Ethical Storytelling in True Crime Podcasting 39:00: New Projects! Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find Tara on social media: IG/Threads: @spooky_sleuth Find 3 Spooked Girls on social media: IG/Threads: @3spookedgirls Find Social Seance Society on social media: IG/Threads: @socialseancepod Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1hr 2min
  8. ITD E20: Exploring Horror Writing with Erika Wurth (Author, "The Haunting of Room 904")

    13/03/2025

    ITD E20: Exploring Horror Writing with Erika Wurth (Author, "The Haunting of Room 904")

    Welcome to "Into the Darkness," where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode! In this episode, Will is joined by special guest, Erika Wurth, author of the soon-to-be-released novel, "The Haunting of Room 904"! I had a chance to read this a few months ago, and it is a terrific story! In this episode, we discuss writing with the reader in mind, the priority of diversity in storytelling, and the significance of race and identity! This was a terrific conversation that you won’t want to miss! CHAPTERS: 0:34: Introduction 15:00 - Handing Criticism and Feedback on Your Writing 31:22 - Prioritizing Diversity in Your Writing 38:26 - Advice for Aspiring Writers Find "Into the Darkness" on social media: IG: @exploringhorrorpod Find Erika Wurth on social media: IG/Threads: @erikatwurth Find "The Haunting of Room 904" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Haunting-Room-904-Novel/dp/1250908590 Intro/Outro Music: Soulsweeper by ItsWatR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
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Welcome to “Into the Darkness” where we explore horror culture and fandom in every episode. I’m your host, Will. The horror community is filled with amazing and talented creators, actors/actresses, authors/storytellers, podcast hosts, paranormal investigators, horror movie fans, filmmakers, and more. If you love horror, this is the place for you. If you want to explore the depths of horror culture, join me as we step into the darkness.

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