Ashley & Joel have loved Lestat & Anne Rice's vampires for decades, but that's just ONE of the many vampire worlds they've found solace in over the years. In this episode, Joel and Ashley explore a variety of themes surrounding vampires in literature and media, touching on personal experiences with college, activism, and the impact of various vampire stories.
They discuss the differences between Stephen King's and Anne Rice's portrayals of vampires, nostalgia for young adult horror, and the cultural significance of series like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and True Blood. The conversation also delves into the unique elements of the Necroscope series and the influence of Blade, while acknowledging the importance of community and activism in today's society.
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Works discussed in this episode:
By Stephen King
Salem’s Lot
The Night Flyer
Popsie
American Vampire Comic
The Last Vampire/Thirst Series by Christopher Pike
Dracula by Bram Stoker
Midnight Mass from Mike Flanagan
Buffy the Vampire Slayer Film and TV series
Sookie Stackhouse Mysteries by Charlaine Harris
Hemlock Grove
Anita Blake Series by Laurell K. Hamilton
https://www.typelit.io
https://draculadaily.com
Anno Dracul by Kim Newman
Vampire Hunter D
The Necroscope Series by Brian Lumley
The Blade Trilogy
Marvel Zombies on Disney+
The Walking Dead Comic
Invincible Comic
Saga Comic
What's Next for the Articulate Coven?
October 12th: Anne Rice Biographical Discussion
October 19th: Ranking Anne Rice's Vampires
October 26th: Talamasca: The Secret Order Episode 1 & 2
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Chapters
00:00 Navigating College and Career Choices
02:57 Reflections on Higher Education and Generational Changes
06:01 Activism and Community Engagement
09:42 Exploring Vampire Literature
12:40 Stephen King's Vampire Stories
15:33 The Impact of Christopher Pike
18:27 Midnight Mass and Religious Themes
21:29 Buffy the Vampire Slayer: A Cultural Phenomenon
25:00 Nostalgia for Buffy and the Watchers
28:34 True Blood: A Dive into Sookie Stackhouse
32:35 The Allure of Vampire Literature
39:46 Anita Blake: A New Kind of Vampire Hunter
44:42 Classic Literature and Modern Adaptations
45:40 Exploring Alternate Histories in Vampire Literature
48:11 Anime and Its Influence on Vampire Culture
49:49 The Necroscope Series: A Unique Take on Vampires
53:00 The Evolution of Vampire Stories in Modern Media
01:00:04 Comic Books and Their Impact on Storytelling
01:02:07 Anticipating Future Vampire Narratives
