40 episodes

In Horror Humor Hunger, host and horror author Viggy Parr Hampton will scare you, make you laugh, and then feed you. Each season presents an original short story, followed by interviews with experts, discussion about the themes of the story and the nature of horror, and a custom-crafted recipe inspired by the story.

Horror Humor Hunger Viggy Parr Hampton

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    • 4.9 • 11 Ratings

In Horror Humor Hunger, host and horror author Viggy Parr Hampton will scare you, make you laugh, and then feed you. Each season presents an original short story, followed by interviews with experts, discussion about the themes of the story and the nature of horror, and a custom-crafted recipe inspired by the story.

    Midnight Mischief: Tales of Youthful Daredevils

    Midnight Mischief: Tales of Youthful Daredevils

    Anyone else like to do wild things and film it for YouTube? No? Just my special guest?
    In this episode, my wonderful husband Ryan joins us for a discussion of youthful shenanigans, urban exploring, and the horror (and humor!) of getting into trouble--inspired by a pair of characters in my debut novel!
    Order your copy of my debut horror-thriller novel, A Cold Night for Alligators: https://viggyhampton.com/book/
    Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay
    Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 28 min
    From Nightmares to Novels: Z.C. Krol on the Thrills of Indie Horror and Self-Publishing

    From Nightmares to Novels: Z.C. Krol on the Thrills of Indie Horror and Self-Publishing

    Horror author Z.C. Krol is back to discuss his journey to publication, the horror genre at large, and why we like to scare people so much.
    You can find Z.C.'s novella Disseverment on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Disseverment/dp/B0C78KNVJQ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1YE2ZCGERHTIO&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xNp0gUQHvWWwTtKSmj7OHrB7iuYYV3JPBOoa6WVm17b93U9Vp9_cDUvDB26E3GcL5Snx60c5qKg5n7oLVmLNAHqAc4Eyp4a1fP8SsFGPw7uV3DGoYD4Ic7wM0yanmi5IsIIWYHXYYkCndm327lmtHyeqKPU4qVhNzT3byufIzTu-NYVReyZhECYUL5DAkS6vv2lP6xa0pSWiNX6yhjz7SXyayQkQYXHBGQyP4HW6KWY.5w6H3kjAxQkPIYAzgjdMcDx0Oie3GFAk417XaVwcwIw&dib_tag=se&keywords=disseverment&qid=1709119811&sprefix=dissevermen%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-1
    Listen to his podcast “The Creepy Kroly” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6AsX2PzUkIbgLPhymFjgXc
    Follow him on Instagram @‌zc_krol
    Order your copy of my debut horror-thriller novel, A Cold Night for Alligators: https://viggyhampton.com/book/
    Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay
    Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 38 min
    Welcome to Gullywasher's: The Inspiration Behind Debut Thriller A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS

    Welcome to Gullywasher's: The Inspiration Behind Debut Thriller A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS

    Welcome to a brand-new season of Horror Humor Hunger! This season is all about my debut horror-thriller, A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS. Tune in for a tasty teaser of the book, then a discussion with a special guest about my inspiration and publication journey!
    Order your copy of my debut horror-thriller novel, A Cold Night for Alligators: https://viggyhampton.com/book/
    Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay
    Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 36 min
    Season 5 TEASER: A Cold Night for Alligators

    Season 5 TEASER: A Cold Night for Alligators

    Season 5 is coming soon--and it’s inspired by my debut novel, A Cold Night for Alligators. We’ll have an excerpt from the book, plus interviews from fascinating guests ranging from a wildlife naturalist to a fantasy funeral director--and of course, we’ll end with a delicious recipe from baker extraordinaire, Becky Parr of PerfectSlice Bakeware. 
    You can preorder the digital copy of the book now, or wait until publication day (April 10, 2024) to order a print copy!
    Preorder ebook on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Night-Alligators-Viggy-Hampton-ebook/dp/B0CV8Z8KTT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3CTWH2VGILI8I&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.1Ockx0IjjuhzgUIen62X-w.qIQJ3AmmaIRfIq_1bw-s1HieIPaGRc940jLGOJzgbwQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=a+cold+night+for+alligators+viggy&qid=1708602308&s=books&sprefix=a+cold+night+for+alligators+viggy%2Cstripbooks%2C130&sr=1-1Preorder ebook from Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/a-cold-night-for-alligators-viggy-parr-hampton/1144937791?ean=9798989875511Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 1 min
    The Horror Humor Hunger TV Dinner of Your Dreams

    The Horror Humor Hunger TV Dinner of Your Dreams

    When I think canned laughter, I think sitcoms and TV dinners. Join me and recipe genius Becky Parr as we reinterpret the classic TV dinner in a healthier, more nutritious, and--dare I say--more delicious way! Recipe below.
    Links:
    You Are What You Eat: A Twin Experiment on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81133260“Ultra-Processed People” by Chris van Tulleken: https://www.amazon.com/Ultra-Processed-People-Science-Behind-Food/dp/1324036729Horror Humor Hunger TV Dinner
    Walnut Brownie
    Adapted from Elana’s Pantry: https://elanaspantry.com/easy-black-and-white-cake/
    Ingredients
    1 cup dark chocolate chips1/2 cup full fat canned coconut milk2 large eggs1 tsp vanilla extract1 1/4 cups almond flour1/2 tsp salt1/2 tsp baking soda3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips1/2 cup + 1/4 cup chopped walnutsDirections
    Preheat your oven to 350F. Butter a 9x9 brownie pan.Melt dark chocolate chips and coconut milk in a saucepan over very low heat. When mixture is melted, remove from heat and stir in the eggs and vanilla.Stir in almond flour, salt, and baking soda.Fold in the semisweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of the chopped walnuts.Pour your batter into the greased 9x9 pan and top with remaining 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts.Bake at 350F for 20-21 minutes.Secret Ingredient Mac n Cheese
    Adapted from Minimalist Baker: https://minimalistbaker.com/20-minute-mac-and-cheese-vegan/#wprm-recipe-container-78078
    Ingredients
    1 1/2 cups raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 8 hours (or cover with boiling water and soak for 15-20 minutes to soften)1 box Banza elbow macaroni pastaJuice of one whole lemon2 Tbsp nutritional yeast2 cloves garlic, peeled1/4 tsp ground turmeric1/4 tsp ground chipotle pepper1 tsp saltA few twists freshly ground black pepperDirections
    Drain cashews, then pour into a high-speed blender.Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.To the blender with the cashews, add lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, turmeric, chipotle, salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta water. Blend until very smooth.If the sauce is too thick for your liking, add more water.Pour the sauce into the pot with the drained pasta and stir to combine!Peas
    Defrost a bag of frozen peas as your fabulous veggie side! You can also stir your peas directly into the mac n cheese.
    Put it all together and you’ve got yourself a delicious Horror Humor Hunger TV Dinner--perfect for enjoying while you listen to this podcast!

    Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay
    Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 21 min
    Mystic Desires: The Bewitching Blend of Sex Magic, Horror, and Humor with Sex Witch Olivia LaRue

    Mystic Desires: The Bewitching Blend of Sex Magic, Horror, and Humor with Sex Witch Olivia LaRue

    If you have no idea what a ‘sex witch’ is, you’re not alone--but you’re about to find out. My very special guest, Olivia LaRue, is a practicing sex witch, legal madame, and certified sex therapist. Join us as we discuss the spooky--and humorous--side of her work, from the terrifyingly paranormal to the hilariously goofy!

    Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay
    Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:
    - Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast
    - Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton
    - Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy
    - Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
11 Ratings

11 Ratings

DPeanuts67 ,

Entertaining Podcast!

I enjoyed this podcast—a unique format that is the right blend of storytelling, discussion and humor. The recipe is a nice bonus for listening all the way through. Can’t wait to try it.

Chicago Fulton Rock ,

Really great listen!

I’ve listened to many podcasts, and this one is the most entertaining, insightful, and fun. Highly recommend!

ant mannn ,

AMAZING

Great stories! The best podcast to listen to while I run!

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