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Mikaela Duffy is a New York-based award-winning playwright, actor, voice artist and author of the incredible upcoming fantasy novel, 'The Mistport Guardians: The Stolen Child'.

In what ended up being one of the most entertaining and heart-warming episodes of Dead Men Talk to date, Mikaela and Chris discuss how a cliffhanger in BBC's Sherlock inspired her to start writing, an act out of spite led to the creation of an award-winning play and an immersive D&D campaign inspired her epic debut novel.

To keep up-to-date on Mikaela's other work and latest news on the release of 'The Mistport Guardians', be sure to check out her website and follow her social media:

Website: www.mikaeladuffy.com

Instagram, TikTok & Facebook: @mikaeladuffywrites

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Chris welcomes fellow author Liam Jenkins to the show to talk all things writing, publishing and beyond!

Liam is the writer behind the fantastic adventure novel 'Dylan McFinn and The Fury of The Sea Serpent', and discusses his writing journey so far, from his self-confessed childhood obsession with sharks and sea monsters, how his career in PR gave him the initial love for the writing craft, through to the family holiday that first inspired his book.

Although 'Dylan McFinn' is aimed at a younger audience, it has already received acclaim from readers of all ages so is definitely one not to miss!

You can buy your copy now from Amazon (paperback, Kindle and e-book) as well as retailers such as Waterstones, Foyle's and WHSmith's.

To keep up-to-date with Liam's latest news and upcoming releases, be sure to check out his social media pages and website:

Instagram: @liam_jenkins_official

Facebook: @dylanmcfinnchronicles

Website: www.liamjenkinsofficial.com

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"David McCaffrey's excellent debut novel, Hellbound is one of those thrillers that keeps you glued to the page while you try to imagine what will happen next." - Steve Alten, best-selling author of THE MAYAN PROPHECY & MEG (2014)

With high praise such as this from an international best-selling author behind two box-office smash-hit movies (The Meg, The Meg 2:The Trench), it is little surprise that UK-based author David McCaffrey has served as a source of inspiration for many independent authors.

Being one of these himself, Chris is thrilled to finally get the chance to chat with David about his writing career, from the kernels of his first story to being mentored by Steve Alten who helped shape his debut novel, 'Hellbound'.

We also hear how David's own job as an Infection Control Nurse during the global pandemic impacted his own creativity, how it affected the release of his own virus-laden chiller series 'Warmest Place To Hide', as well as his role as a publisher at the helm of Britain's Next Bestseller.

Finally, we hear more about David's latest work and upcoming new release, 'One', which will be available very soon.

To keep up-to-date with all of David's latest news, be sure to check out his website (www.davidmccaffrey.co.uk) and find all of his amazing books on Amazon. Enjoyed this episode?

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Chris returns to the roots of the podcast by delving into not only his guest's biggest influences but also one of his own.

Joining Chris today is Steve Barry, an ultra-talented entertainer from Montreal, Quebec.

Steve is not only an actor but a very accomplished singer-songwriter who believes in the true art of performance rather than just singing a song.

In this episode, Steve discusses his biggest influences, sharing one in particular with Chris himself - the legendary Chris de Burgh.

Having already shared the importance of de Burgh's music in his work, Chris gets to hear Steve's involvement with the superstar , which saw his tribute show gain personal approval by Chris de Burgh himself!

Be sure to check out Steve's website and social media pages to find out more about his latest news and upcoming shows:

Facebook: @stevebarryweb and @HommageaChrisDeBurgh

Instagram: @stevebarryweb

Website: www.stevebarry.ca

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In this episode, Chris welcomes back one of his favourite guests of Dead Men Talk - Leicestershire-based singer-songwriter and musician, Matt Steady.

It has been almost 2 years since Matt last appeared on the show, so there is much to catch upon! Check out what has been keeping Matt so busy in this time as he discusses his last 2 albums ('New Buryin' Ground' with the Grace Machine, and 'his live-recorded album, 'Closer') as well as his upcoming new instrumental release 'Presence', which is currently available for pre-order and will be released very soon!

To pre-order 'Presence' and check out all the ways you can support not only the release of this album, but also to buy all of Matt's back catalogue and merchandise, be sure to check out his website www.mattsteady.com

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Daniel Kraus is a New York Times best-selling author, known for his collaborative works with Hollywood film-makers Guillermo del Toro and George A. Romero, including 'Trollhunters' and the Academy Award-winning 'Shape of Water'. Check out this awesome interview as Daniel discusses not only his best-known work but also his brand-new upcoming release, 'Whalefall'. 'Whalefall' is due for release on August 8th 2023 and can be pre-ordered on all major stockists now! To find out more about Daniel and his latest news, be sure to check out his website and social media, below: Website: www.danielkraus.com Twitter: @DanielDKraus Instagram: @kraus_author

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So here it is, the final episode of what has been a truly amazing podcasting ride!

Chris bids farewell to Dead Men Talk in spectacular fashion, by welcoming a very special guest back to the show - audiobook narrator, voice actor and musician, Dave Jackson!

Many will already know Dave as the voice behind the audiobook of Chris' own horror novel 'A Necessary End' and appeared in the final episode of the very first season of Dead Men Talk back in 2020. Dave is back to chat about all of the exciting projects he has been working on since, including many more audiobook successes with the likes of sci-fi author M.R. Forbes and his return to live music with his ghoulish band, October Rising.

As a special treat, within this episode is also an announcement of further projects Chris and Dave will be working on together!

You can check out Dave's audiobook works on Audible, including 'A Necessary End' by Chris Tetreault-Blay and the 'Starship For Sale' series written by M.R. Forbes.

October Rising's albums are also all available to stream on Spotify!

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Growing up between two cultures and surrounded by music Luna Keller is a singer-songwriter with a unique perspective fueled by her curiosity and a deep connection to her emotions through songwriting. Her music is a blend of singer-songwriter, folk and pop often pushing the boundaries of those genres. Strong messages, honest lyrics and emotional vocals define Keller’s sound.

Luna was a finalist in the Hollywood Songwriter Contest, a semi-finalist in the Music City Songstar Award, and nominated for the American Songwriter Contest. Released in 2022, her debut album 'Prophecies & Silver Linings' has already hit over 1 million streams on Spotify!

In this episode, Luna discusses the roots of her songwriting, the artists and people around her who inspired her work, and delves into the stories behind just a few of her genuinely remarkable tracks.

You can find Luna's album and EP to buy and stream from all major platforms.

To keep up-to-date with Luna's latest news, be sure to check her out on social media:

Facebook: @lunakellermusic

Instagram: @lunakellermusic

Twitter: @lunakellermusic

Website: www.lunakeller.com

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Richard Houghton is the man behind many 'fan histories' for some of the biggest bands in rock music history, having written books about The Rolling Stone, The Beatles, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, Thin Lizzy and Rush to name only a few. Unlike many traditional biographies and autobiographies, Richard's books are told through the eyes of the fans, giving a glimpse into the artists' impact on their lives and just some of their treasured memories of early and historic performances.

In this episode, Richard chats to Chris about where the inspiration came from for his first book and how it snowballed, leading to bands themselves commissioning him to tell their story through the eyes of their fans. In particular, Richard discusses one of his recent releases about one of Chris' all-time favourite bands, 'Lend Me Your Ears: The Fan History of Jethro Tull' which was endorsed by frontman Ian Anderson himself.

Richard's books are all available to order via Amazon, Spenwood Books and via major book retailers.

To find out more about Richard's latest news and work, check out his website and social media pages:

Facebook: @spenwoodbooks

Twitter: @spenwoodbooks

Instagram: @spenwoodbooks

Website: www.spenwoodbooks.com

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In this episode, Chris has the pleasure of welcoming TV and movie actress and producer Val McAdoo to the show!

Val drops in to chat about her career so far, starting with her involvement in the award-winning horror film 'D-Railed' (which went above and beyond the character she portrayed on screen!) through to her role in front and behind the camera on the independent movie 'Game Day' and the wonderful work she has embarked on with The Actor's Co-op, an acting school with a difference which Val co-founded with fellow actor and producer, Pete Postiglione (who also returns for a cameo appearance in this episode!)

'D-Railed' and 'Game Day' are both currently available to view on Amazon Prime Video and you can also see Val in the Amazon series, 'Certifiable'.

Be sure to check out and follow Val and The Actor's Co-op on social media for their latest news and upcoming releases:

Facebook: @the.actors.coop.swathmore

Instagram: @valmcadoo & the.actors.co_op

Twitter: @theactorsco_op

Website: www.theactorsco-op.com

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At 7-foot-tall, over 300lbs and a former professional wrestler adored and fear the world over, Jeff Bearden is certain a person whose mere presence commands attention. During a 30-year-plus career, Jeff competed in front of some of the biggest and most passionate (or craziest?) crowds and shared the ring with some of the biggest names in the sport.

Following on from his previous chat with Chris back in 2021 over on 'Once Upon A Turnbuckle', Jeff returns to share more of the stories from his life, both in and out of the squared circle, some of which are now immortalised in Jeff's recently-released autobiography, 'The Man Behind The Makeup'.

'The Man Behind The Makeup' is available to order now via Amazon in paperback and eBook formats, as well as an audiobook over at Audible.

Be sure as well to follow Jeff on social media to keep up-to-date with everything he is doing now. You can also find many of Jeff's matches on YouTube.

Instagram: @jeff.bearden

Facebook: @GiantWarrior

Twitter: @jwbatlarge

Website: jeffbearden.com

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Author James Crookes has been writing comedy for TV and radio for more than 20 years. He has contributed to shows on BBC One, CBBC, and CBeebies, along with producing and co-presenting the Bauer Radio breakfast show, Big John @Breakfast, since 2004.

In this episode, James talks about his fantastic novel 80s time-travel comedy novel, 'Do They Know It's Christmas, Yet?', the real-life events behind it and its success prompted him to extend the loveable story into a trilogy.

The third instalment, 'Wish You Were Here, Yet?' is OUT NOW and can be ordered in paperback and eBook formats from Amazon.

'Do They Know It's Christmas, Yet' and its sequel, 'Did They Steal A Million, Yet?' are both also available on Audible in audiobook form.

To find out more about James' latest news and work, check out his website and social media pages:

Facebook: @JamesCrookesWriter

Twitter: @JamesCrookes

Instagram: @jamescrookesauthor

Website: www.jamescrookes.com

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In this very special Halloween episode, Chris welcomes artist Dez Pittman to the show!  

Dez is not only an uber-talented artist but a superfan of the band, Ghost - making this the most perfect combination for the seasonal episode. Dez discusses her artwork and love of Tobias Forge's ghoulish creation, which naturally brought her to creating one of her most recognisable pieces - which has recently been immortalised as one of Ghost's brand-new official Halloween-themed t-shirts!  

Even hear what happened when she proposed to Papa IV!  

You can grab your own 'Papa & Pumpkin' shirts from the official Ghost merchandise store on their website: www.ghost-official.com  

But you'd better hurry as they are selling out worldwide - and FAST!  

To keep up-to-date with Dez's other works and upcoming news, be sure to follow her on Instagram: @dezpittman  

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'Game Day' is a fantastic independent movie centred around an Italian-American family from Philadelphia who come together to watch the all-important Eagles vs Cowboys game one Sunday, but instead of cheering on their beloved team they are soon battling their own demons and family rivalries.  

In this episode, Chris welcomes Dean Simone and Pete Postiglione, two of the stars and co-producers of the movie, to talk about their own respective roles and the challenges and passions that drove the film -  both in front and behind the camera.  

This is a superb insight into the world of independent film-making and a must-see for all movie fans and producers alike! 

'Game Day' is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi, Plex & Vimeo. For more information, visit www.gamedaythemovie.com or check out the dedicated Facebook page (@GameDay2022).  

Be sure to also check out both Dean and Pete on Instagram for more details of their upcoming projects: @dean_simone & @pete.postiglione  

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Chris is back with a brand-new season of his popular series and starts it off with a bang, as he welcomes comic book artist, colourist & writer, John-Paul Bove!  

As well as being a fellow Devonian, John-Paul is well-known for his extensive work for comic classics including Transformers, TNMT and Doctor Who. More recently, John-Paul has hit the headlines for his colour-work on the special edition Transformers postage stamps to celebrate the series' 40th anniversary, and which are believed to be the last stamps ever to feature the Queen's head!  

Hear as John-Paul discusses how his journey began and the twists and turns he has gone through to continue the legacy of some of the most-recognised comic book characters of all time.  

To find out more about John-Paul's work and latest news, be sure to follow him on social media:  

Twitter:  @wordmongerer  

Instagram: @wordmongerer  

The special edition Transformers stamps are available to order for a limited time only from www.royalmail.com  

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Before the current season ends, Chris gets to circle back to where it all began and bring the 'horror' back to Dead Men Talk as he welcomes author and screenwriter, Chris Regan!

We discuss Chris R's early horror influences, growing up in Stoke-on-Trent, his most notable screenwriting credits to date - including British horror comedy (and cult classic in the making) 'Paintball Massacre', 'Ten Dead Men' and 'London Heist' -  and also his latest horror novel, 'Astaroth'.

'London Heist' and 'Paintball Massacre' are both currently available to watch on Amazon Prime Video, and 'Ten Dead Men' is available to order on DVD via Amazon. 

You can also order 'Astaroth', along with Chris' other horror novels, in paperback and Kindle formats via Amazon.

To keep up-to-date with Chris Regan's latest news and releases, be sure to check out his website and social media:

Twitter: @cg_regan

Instagram: @mrchris_regan

Website: www.peopleinthedark.com

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Chris welcomes Cris Holder & Rich Deadman, old school friends of his who now perform together as 'Searching For Autumn', in his first catch-up with them since they left school!

Cris & Rich recall their early musical influences, how their musical journey started together back in their school days, through to reforming as a duo a couple of years ago and challenges faced from the offset with Covid-19 and the subsequent lockdowns. Searching For Autumn are still in their early stages in terms of in-person performances but have already produced some truly outstanding dark country-inspired material of their own, making them an act to definitely look out for!

For the latest news and upcoming appearances, be sure to follow Searching For Autumn's social media:

Facebook: @Searching-for-Autumn

Instagram: @searchingforautumduo

You can check out videos of some of Searching For Autumn's recent appearances on the Dead Sound Promotions YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/c/DeadSoundPromotions

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Chris has the pleasure of talking to well-travelled author Henya Drescher about her life and writing journey so far. 

From growing up in Israel as the daughter of holocaust survivors, to re-locating to France and then the United States, discovering the joy of reading at only three years old, through to launching and running her own business and then taking the leap to become a writer. We also hear about the influences behind Henya's latest novel 'Stolen Truth', her writing practices and tips on how to find and keep motivation to write.

'Stolen Truth' is available to buy now via Amazon and all major stockists.

To keep up-to-date with Henya and her work, check out her social media:

Facebook: @Author.HenyaDrescher

Instagram: @henyad_writer

Twitter: @AuthorHenya

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In the second 'Dead Men Talk Meets Once Upon A Turnbuckle' crossover episode, Chris has the pleasure of chatting to sportswriter and journalist Steven Bell about his latest book, 'Dynamite & Davey: The Explosive Lives Of the British Bulldogs'. Dynamite Kid & Davey Boy Smith are two of the most recognised professional wrestling stars in not only their home country but across the world! 

Whether it be their exploits in the World Wrestling Federation as The British Bulldogs - which saw them reach the pinnacle of tag team wrestling with their Tag Team Title win at WrestleMania 2 - or their classic matches as individual stars in Great Britain, Canada and Japan, both men have provided wrestling fans with many happy memories for decades to come. Behind the scenes, however, both men's stories were equal parts triumph and tragedy and soon fans will be able to get what could be considered the truest insight into both men's lives when Steven's book hits the shelves in April. 

Hear Steven talk about his own writing journey and wrestling fandom which brought him to this project, and how he was supported by members of both men's families along the way to finally bring this story to life. Much like the book itself, this episode is not to be missed! 

To find out more about 'Dynamite & Davey: The Explosive Lives of The British Bulldogs', including how to pre-order your copy, check out Steve's pages below. The book is set for release on 11th April, 2022. 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dynamite-Davey-The-Explosive-Lives-of-The-British-Bulldogs 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven_bell1985/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BulldogsBook123 

Website: https://www.stevenbellwrites.com/

Chris is joined by US rap music star Scan Man, to discuss (among other things) his early musical influences, his time spent as a member of the rap/hip-hop super-power Three 6 Mafia through to launching his own label and distribution platform, Nephilum Muzicc and Nephilum Distribution. 

We even get to take a dive into Scan Man's love for heavy metal and working with Marilyn Manson!  

This is one of the most fascinating interviews to date on this show, so not to be missed!  

To keep up to date with Scan Man's work, be sure to follow him on social media:  

Facebook: @ScanManKKZ 

Instagram: @scanmankkz  

To find out more about Nephilum Muzicc & Nephilum Distribution, check out their pages too:  

Facebook: @nephilumdistro & @nephilummuziccofficial  

Instagram: @nephilumdistribution, @nephilum_muzicc & @nephilummuziccofficial  

Website: www.nephilummuzicc.com

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Chris closes off the podcast for 2021 with a bang, as he welcomes by far his biggest guest to date!

Stuart Davis is one of the most unique and inspirational songwriters in the world, and has drawn praise and critical acclaim from influential figures worldwide. Amongst them, Chris' own musical idol Ed Kowalczyk (from the band +LIVE+) once described Stuart as 'the greatest lyricist I've ever heard', and philosopher Ken Wilber calls him 'a rare genius'. On top of this, Stuart is a successful writer, artist, director, actor, spiritual practitioner and has even constructed his own language!

It was little surprise that Stuart was one of the artists who played a crucial part at the beginning of Chris' own creative journey, making this interview all the more poignant.

In this episode, Stuart discusses memories of his earliest creative impulses, starting when his father bought him his first guitar and showed him three chords. By the time he was in high school, Stuart had recorded his first album and had sold copies to most of the other students there. Chris also gets to discover more about the inspirations and "stories behind the stories" of a few of his favourite Stuart Davis songs, his impromptu performance with +LIVE+ frontman Ed Kowalczyk and the day Stuart met Kermit The Frog for his own TV series, 'Sex, God & Rock 'n' Roll'.

The end result is one of the most compelling interviews on Dead Men Talk thus far and is certainly not to be missed!

To find out more about Stuart's work and keep updated on future news, be sure to check out and follow his social media pages:

Facebook: @stuartdavismedia

Instagram: @twistedmystic

Twitter: @stuartdavis

You can find Stuart's own podcast 'Aliens & Artists' on all major podcast networks, and more of Stuart's videos - along with both complete series of 'Sex. God & Rock 'n' Roll' over on his YouTube channel.

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Chris has the pleasure of speaking to singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns, whose debut single 'Too Young To Die' achieved worldwide acclaim in the 90s.   

As well as her early work getting her noticed by FISH from Marillion (which led to Maryen being chosen to provide backing vocals on one of his albums!), her unique and captivating style has continued to attract fans worldwide and has led to many interesting feats, including working on an album with a renowned Rolling Stones producer, playing piano in an extinct volcano crater for a well-known brand's advert, having a YouTube video with over 56k views and living on an unchartered mountaintop!  

In this interview, we discuss Maryen's many influences and her incredible journey which has taken her from Australia to London, back again and now to her home in Guernsey. Also hear all about how Maryen is attracting new listeners and keeping in touch with her fan base thanks to her own marketing and dedicated Facebook group, 'The Cairns Club.'  

To find out more about Maryen, hear her music and joining 'The Cairns Club' yourself, check out her social media pages:  

Facebook: @MaryenCairns 

Instagram: @maryencairns 

Twitter: @MaryenCairns 

Website: www.maryencairns.com

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'Dead Men Talk' comes full-circle with this latest guest, returning to Chris' passion for delving into the 'stories behind the stories'. Harking back to one of the first folk gigs he attended back in 2007, Chris finally gets to talk to one of the musicians and songwriters that spurred his own desire to write.

Having been a TV director, film-maker, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist - and even his time as a university lecturer - Tom Bliss knows a thing or two about the importance of the use of narrative and storytelling in pretty much all walks of life.

In this episode, Tom joins Chris from his Alderney base to discuss how storytelling has shaped most - if not all - things he has done, in particular his years spent as a musician. Tom delves into the inspirations behind just a few of his songs, including 'The Violin', 'Flotsam & Jetsam' and 'Raven Queen'.

After listening to this episode, please do take the time to go and check out Tom's websites to hear more of his music, view his many videos and keep updated with all of the wonderful work he has been - and continues to be - involved in.

www.tombliss.co.uk

www.urbal.tv

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Ray Tizzard has worked alongside some of the greats in British comedy and been able to make them laugh, so it is little wonder that this episode turned out to be one of the funniest (and most fun) Chris has done to date!

To many, Ray will be remembered as Joe Pasquale's hapless twin-brother Raynard, who joined him on stage in countless acts of pure comedy genius. Ray was also the hand behind (or beneath!) Larry the Loafer as part of The Brian Conley Show, playing the squeaky sidekick to Conley's Nick Frisbee, calling many a cry of "It's A Puppet!"

Chris not only chats to Ray about his most famous roles but other work he has been involved in (including writing tours for other iconic children's favourites, The Sooty Show and Rainbow!) and a hint at possible projects yet to come!

Don't be a puppet - you simply HAVE to give this one a listen!

Be sure to follow Ray on Twitter (@raytizzard) to keep up-to-date with everything he will be up to.

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In this episode, Chris delves once more into the Devonian talent pool as he welcomes Torbay-based guitarist & singer-songwriter, Robin Hann.

Robin discusses his earliest memories of music, the artists who inspired him to want to become a musician himself, performing on the local pub/club circuit and through to real-life experiences which helped shape his tremendous album, 'Alone At Least'.

Be sure to check out 'Alone At Least' for yourself on Robin's YouTube channel and across the major streaming platforms!

To keep up-to-date with Robin's work and find information of his upcoming gigs, follow him on his social media pages:

Facebook: @robinhannmusic

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Twitter: @Robin_Hann

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In this episode, Chris welcomes "peanut taxidermist" and toy creator Steve Casino to the show!

As soon as a video of Steve's work landed on Chris' social media news feeds recently, he knew he had to get him on as a guest. Steve is famous for his artwork and has garnered a massive following and national TV exposure in the States. From turning peanuts into well-known characters, to his truly amazing 'pop-out' out on classic games cartridges or even his own fresh take on classic wooden toys, it is safe to say that Steve's talents know no bounds.

We even learn a little more about his 'day job' as a toy inventor, which has even resulted in household-name toys such as Squeakee The Balloon Dog and Hairdorables!

After listening to this episode, you need to check out Steve's work for yourself on his social media pages:

Facebook: @painterofnuts (Steve Casino Art)

Instagram: @stevecasino

Twitter: @SteveCasino1

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Facebook: @DeadMenTalkPod and @LittleBrownMoth

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Email: deadmenstalespublishing@gmail.com

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You'd be hard-pushed to find anyone who hasn't at least heard of 'Frankenstein', quite possibly the most well-known gothic horror tale in the world and what is also heralded as the first-ever science fiction story. But how much do you know about the 'story behind the story', and in particular about Mary Shelley herself?

In this episode, Chris has the honour of chatting to Chris Harris and Jonathan Willis, the founders of the all-new immersive experience 'House of Frankenstein', situated in Bath. The first of its kind, 'House of Frankenstein' sheds a whole new light on the classic tale, delving into Mary Shelley's own tragic life and the events that led to her writing the book, as well as celebrating the impact 'Frankenstein' has had on the literary world and pop culture ever since.

Chris and Jonathan discuss the moment which set this project in motion, their own love of 'Frankenstein', their future plans for the attraction and even how they created their own 8-foot version of The Creature, the first time there has been anything like this built using Mary Shelley's own vision!

For further information on what lies within the House of Frankenstein, where to find them and to book tickets, be sure to visit www.houseoffrankenstein.com

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For the final summer drop-in session (it is still technically summer, right?) I have the honour of chatting to Jillian Rose, author of the remarkable contemporary romance novel, Don't Kiss & Sell.  Jillian already has stories to tell of her own and it was fascinating to hear how her work and life experiences have inspired her own writing and ambitions. Don't Kiss & Sell is available in eBook and paperback formats on Amazon. Buy your copy now! To find out more about all of Jillian's work, be sure to check out his pages below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillianrosewrites Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianrosewrites Website: https://www.jillianrosewrites.com Also check out Jillian's Amazon author page for details on all of his past, present and future works! Enjoying this podcast? To keep up-to-date with all of Chris' news and info, follow or contact him on his social media pages as below: Facebook: @DMTBooks and @LittleBrownMoth Blog: The StoryMan Twitter: @TetreaultBlay Instagram: @author.tetreaultblay Email: deadmenstalespublishing@gmail.com Have any questions, comments, or feedback? Why not send in a voice message! 'Outro' courtesy of Devil Music Ensemble. The Cabinet Of Dr. Caligari by Devil Music Ensemble is licensed under a Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License.