People’s Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos: Cosmic Horror, Lovecraft, Weird Fiction

Fiction & Audio Drama

About

People’s Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos is a long-running podcast exploring cosmic horror, weird fiction, and the strange worlds inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and his contemporaries. Hosted by DB Spitzer with co-hosts Farmer Dave and Aunt Gore, the show dives into myth, monsters, movies, and the legacy of the Mythos with humor and insight.

Episodes

  • Island of Dr Moreau Part 1

    This episode covers H. G. Wells' 1896 novel, The Island of Doctor Moreau. It explores the story of Edward Prendick, who is stranded on an island with Doctor Moreau, a scientist performing vivisection on animals to create hybrid beings. The…

  • The Damned Thing/X(2022)

    This episode analyzes the short story The Damned Thing by Ambrose Bierce, focusing on the inquest into the death of Hugh Morgan and his diary regarding an invisible creature. The discussion also touches upon the 2022 film X.

  • The Byronic anti-hero

    In this episode, Farmer Dave talks about the Byronic anti-hero. This character type is described as moody, rebellious, and intelligent, blending charisma with dark flaws and a mysterious past.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 12

    This episode is about Bram Stoker's horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm," published in 1911. The story follows Adam Salton as he investigates unusual events in Mercia, including a hypnotic assault and a mysterious woman, Arabella Mar…

  • Lair of the white Worm part 11

    This episode, "Lair of the White Worm Part 11," delves into Bram Stoker's horror novel. It focuses on Adam Salton's experiences with strange events and enigmatic characters after arriving in Mercia to meet his great-uncle.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 10

    This episode discusses Bram Stoker's novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." It focuses on Adam Salton's experiences with strange occurrences in Mercia, including the actions of Edgar Caswall and the mysterious Lady Arabella March.

  • Urban Legends part 2

    In this episode, Farmer Dave continues his discussion on urban legends.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 9

    This episode discusses Bram Stoker's horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." The story centers on Adam Salton, who travels to Mercia, England, and encounters inexplicable occurrences, including a mesmeric assault and a mysterious local…

  • Lair of the White Worm part 8

    This episode discusses Bram Stoker's horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." The plot centers on Adam Salton, Edgar Caswall, and Arabella March, and inexplicable occurrences in Mercia.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 7

    This episode reviews "The Lair of the White Worm" by Bram Stoker. The discussion focuses on plot elements and characters like Adam Salton and Arabella March.

  • Urban Legends part 1

    This episode of People's Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos features Dave discussing urban legends.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 6

    This episode is the sixth part of a discussion about Bram Stoker's horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." The narrative focuses on Adam Salton, who investigates strange occurrences involving Edgar Caswall and Arabella March.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 5

    This episode explores "The Lair of the White Worm," a horror novel by Bram Stoker. The discussion covers the plot, including characters Adam Salton, Edgar Caswall, and Arabella March.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 4

    This episode discusses Bram Stoker's novel "The Lair of the White Worm." The plot involves Adam Salton, who investigates strange events in Mercia, including the behavior of Edgar Caswall and Arabella March.

  • The Mummies Foot/Bubba Ho Tep

    This episode discusses "The Mummy's Foot," a horror short story by Théophile Gautier first published in 1840. The story details the adventures of a man who buys the four-thousand-year-old foot of Princess Hermonthis.

  • Jack Parsons: America's favorite occultist/engineer

    This episode discusses Jack Parsons, an American rocket engineer, chemist, and Thelemite occultist. He was a co-founder of JPL and Aerojet, known for his work in rocket propulsion.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 3

    This episode is a discussion of "The Lair of the White Worm," a horror novel by Bram Stoker. The story centers on Adam Salton, who encounters inexplicable occurrences in Mercia upon meeting his great uncle.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 2

    This episode discusses part two of Bram Stoker's horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." The story centers on Adam Salton, who encounters strange events and mysterious characters like Edgar Caswall and Arabella March in Mercia.

  • Lair of the White Worm part 1

    This episode explores "The Lair of the White Worm," a horror novel by Bram Stoker. It details the story of Adam Salton, his mysterious great uncle, and strange occurrences in Mercia involving Edgar Caswall and Arabella March.

  • The Willows/Under The Skin(2013)

    This episode focuses on Algernon Blackwood's 1907 novella, "The Willows." H.P. Lovecraft regarded "The Willows" as a seminal work in supernatural fiction.

  • Cyberpunk and Post-Cyberpunk

    This episode of People's Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos features a discussion on cyberpunk and post-cyberpunk. Dave talks about the genres.

  • Deathworld part 14

    This episode, "Deathworld Part 14," discusses Harry Harrison's novel about a gambler investigating a hostile planet named Pyrrus. The planet features rapidly evolving, hyper-toxic flora and fauna that challenge human survival.

  • Deathworld part 13

    This episode explores "Deathworld" by Harry Harrison, focusing on a gambler investigating a hostile planet named Pyrrus. The narrative delves into themes of human survival against nature and humanity's relationship with the environment.

  • Deathworld part 12

    This episode, Deathworld Part 12, focuses on a gambler

  • The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar/Poor Things(2023)

    This episode discusses Edgar Allan Poe's "The Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar," a short story concerning a mesmerist and a man suspended in a hypnotic state at death. The 1845 publication, a tale of suspense and horror, was initially mist…

  • Deathworld part 11

    This episode, "Deathworld Part 11," features a gambler investigating a planet hostile to humans. He suspects the planet is responding to them, uncovering questions about humanity’s relationship with nature.

  • Deathworld part 10

    A gambler with survival instincts is recruited to investigate a planet where everything wants humans dead. The world, Pyrrus, is characterized by hyper-toxic plants, explosive fungi, and rapidly evolving animals.

  • Deathworld part 9

    This episode covers the novel Deathworld part 9 by Harry Harrison. A gambler with uncanny survival instincts investigates a planet where everything wants humans dead.

  • Deathworld part 8

    This episode discusses Harry Harrison's novel, Deathworld. It features a gambler named Jason dinAlt who investigates a hostile planet named Pyrrus, where the environment is actively working against human colonists.

  • The Lair of the White Worm/Lisa Frankenstein

    This episode discusses Bram Stoker's 1911 gothic horror novel, "The Lair of the White Worm." It delves into the dark fantasy elements of the book.

  • DeathWorld prt 7

    This episode of People's Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos covers "Deathworld" by Harry Harrison. It discusses a gambler recruited to investigate a hostile planet and humanity's relationship with nature.

  • Deathworld part 6

    This episode, "Deathworld part 6," focuses on Harry Harrison's novel. It describes a protagonist investigating a planet with extremely dangerous flora and fauna, raising questions about humanity's relationship with nature.

  • Deathworld part 5

    This episode explores "Deathworld" Part 5 by Harry Harrison, focusing on a gambler investigating a hostile planet. The discussion delves into themes of survival, evolution, and humanity's relationship with nature on the planet Pyrrus.

  • Deathworld part 4

    This episode explores "Deathworld" by Harry Harrison, focusing on a gambler investigating a hostile planet. The narrative delves into themes of humanity's relationship with nature and the cost of planetary conquest.

  • For the Blood is Life(1905)/Buffy the Vampire Slayer(1992 FILM)

    This episode discusses F. Marion Crawford's "For the Blood is Life," a gothic tale about a vampire haunting her former lover. It explores themes of unrequited love, superstition, and tragic loss.

  • Deathworld part 3

    This episode discusses "Deathworld Part 3" by Harry Harrison. It focuses on a gambler investigating a hostile planet where the environment actively resists human colonization, exploring themes of survival and humanity's interaction with na…

  • Deathworld part 2

    This episode explores Harry Harrison's novel "Deathworld," focusing on a planet where all life is hostile to human colonists. The narrative follows Jason dinAlt as he uncovers the mystery behind the planet's extreme hostility and the colon…

  • Deathworld part 1

    This episode discusses Harry Harrison's "Deathworld." The story follows a gambler who is recruited to investigate a planet where all life forms are hostile to humans. The narrative explores themes of humanity's relationship with nature and…

  • The Stainless Steel Rat — Harry Harrison

    This episode discusses Harry Harrison's "The Stainless Steel Rat", featuring Slippery Jim diGriz, a master thief and con artist. The narrative includes adventures with disguises, elaborate heists, and a confrontation with a criminal master…

  • The Yellow Sign/The Return to Oz

    This episode discusses "The Yellow Sign" by Robert W. Chambers, a short story from The King in Yellow. The story involves a mysterious, madness-inducing play and an ominous yellow sign.

  • Shoggoths & AI

    This episode of People's Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos features a discussion about AI and Shoggoths.

  • After london 17

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies' 1885 novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The book is an early work of science fiction, depicting England a century after a disaster caused the fall of modern civilization.

  • After London 16

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies's 1885 science fiction novel "After London; Or, Wild England". The book depicts a future England where civilization has fallen and society has reverted to a medieval state.

  • After London 15

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies's 1885 novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The book is an early science fiction work set in a post-apocalyptic England where civilization has reverted to a medieval state.

  • 2201: The Empty House/Monster House

    This episode features a story recommendation for Algernon Blackwood's "The Empty House" and a review of the film "Monster House." It also contains a letter from a writer who discusses their experience with the film.

  • After London 14

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies's 1885 science fiction novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The novel portrays a future England where civilization has collapsed, and society has returned to a medieval level.

  • After London 13

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies' 1885 novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The book is an early work of science fiction, portraying a future England where modern civilization has collapsed and society has returned to a medieva…

  • After London 12

    This episode explores Richard Jefferies's 1885 science fiction novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The book depicts a post-apocalyptic England where modern civilization has fallen and society has reverted to a medieval state.

  • After London 11

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies' novel After London; Or, Wild England. Published in 1885, it is an early work of science fiction set in a future England where modern civilization has fallen.

  • After London 10

    This episode discusses Richard Jefferies' 1885 science fiction novel, "After London; Or, Wild England." The novel is set in a post-apocalyptic England where civilization has reverted to a medieval level.