Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and women's, gender, and sexuality studies, released a new episode of their podcast, "Horror Joy," titled "The Monstrous Image: Horror in Graphic Novels (Something is Killing the Children and Universal’s Frankenstein)."
ALTOONA, Pa. — Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy at Penn State, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies at Penn State, released a new episode of their podcast, "Horror Joy."
In the episode, titled “Buffalo, Confession, Vampire,” the hosts are joined by New York Times best-selling author Stephen Graham Jones to discuss his new novel “The Buffalo Hunter, Hunter” and delve into the intricate themes it explores. These themes include the following:
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Community, Inherited Guilt, Justice, and the Construction of Truth: Examining how these complex societal issues are portrayed within the narrative of the novel and consider the unique lens that horror fiction offers for exploring these themes.
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The Relationship Between Joy and Horror in Storytelling: Exploring the nuanced ways in which seemingly disparate emotions like joy and horror can coexist and even enhance the storytelling experience, creating deeper resonance with the audience.
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The Complexities of Vampires and Slashers: Analyzing the enduring appeal of these iconic figures in the horror genre, discussing their multifaceted representations and the cultural anxieties they often reflect.
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The Significance of Community Among Horror Creators and Fans: Discussing the vital role of community within the horror landscape, highlighting the support, inspiration and connection it fosters for both creators and enthusiasts.
In addition to discussing his latest work, Jones will share his perspectives on writing, his enthusiasm for basketball, and some recent horror narratives that he have brought him joy.
The full episode can be accessed on podcast providers or on Red Circle. Learn more about the "Horror Joy" podcast.
