THAT OF WHICH WE SPEAK WHEN WE SPEAK OF THE UNSPEAKABLE In this episode, Mary looks at Nick Mamatas's story from the Lovecraft Unbound anthology, and how his sense of humor and nihilism make for a compelling and amusing horror read.

THAT OF WHICH WE SPEAK WHEN WE SPEAK OF THE UNSPEAKABLE In this episode, Mary looks at Nick Mamatas's story from the Lovecraft Unbound anthology, and how his sense of humor and nihilism make for a compelling and amusing horror read.

THAT OF WHICH WE SPEAK WHEN WE SPEAK OF THE UNSPEAKABLE - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 97

Stone Statue

THE BLACK STONE STATUE In this episode, Mary continues looking at cosmic horror by women and examines "The Black Stone Statue" by Mary Elizabeth Counselman.

THE BLACK STONE STATUE In this episode, Mary continues looking at cosmic horror by women and examines "The Black Stone Statue" by Mary Elizabeth Counselman.

THE BLACK STONE STATUE - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 96

THE HORROR AT MARTIN'S BEACH  In this episode, Mary looks at Sonia H. Greene's contribution to cosmic horror, co written with HP Lovecraft.

THE HORROR AT MARTIN'S BEACH In this episode, Mary looks at Sonia H. Greene's contribution to cosmic horror, co written with HP Lovecraft.

THE HORROR AT MARTIN'S BEACH - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 95

TROLLEY NO. 1852 In this episode, Mary examines Ed Lee's novella, Trolley No. 1852, and discusses blending cosmic horror with extreme horror and splatterpunk.

TROLLEY NO. 1852 In this episode, Mary examines Ed Lee's novella, Trolley No. 1852, and discusses blending cosmic horror with extreme horror and splatterpunk.

TROLLEY NO. 1852 - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 94

MISSING PERSONS AND OTHER WORLDS In this eerie episode, Mary looks at some of the strangest missing persons cases and the odd elements that suggest disappearance through portals to other worlds.

MISSING PERSONS AND OTHER WORLDS In this eerie episode, Mary looks at some of the strangest missing persons cases and the odd elements that suggest disappearance through portals to other worlds.

MISSING PERSONS AND OTHER WORLDS - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 93

STARFISH  In this episode, Mary discusses the 2018 movie Starfish and its themes of grief, guilt, and cosmic horror.

STARFISH In this episode, Mary discusses the 2018 movie Starfish and its themes of grief, guilt, and cosmic horror.

STARFISH - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 92

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 2:  A continuation of the panel discussion about Lovecraft Country, in which Mary and other panelists look at both the book by Matt Ruff and the hit TV show, and its themes of cosmic horror and racism.

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 2: A continuation of the panel discussion about Lovecraft Country, in which Mary and other panelists look at both the book by Matt Ruff and the hit TV show, and its themes of cosmic horror and racism.

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 2 - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 91

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 1: Mary participates in a panel discussion about Lovecraft Country, both the book by Matt Ruff and the hit TV show, and its themes of cosmic horror and racism.

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 1: Mary participates in a panel discussion about Lovecraft Country, both the book by Matt Ruff and the hit TV show, and its themes of cosmic horror and racism.

LOVECRAFT COUNTRY PART 1 - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 90

DEAD NAMES Mary looks at Simon's follow-up book, Dead Names, and the connections it makes between fiction, conspiracy, magick, mythology, and possible real-world implications.

DEAD NAMES Mary looks at Simon's follow-up book, Dead Names, and the connections it makes between fiction, conspiracy, magick, mythology, and possible real-world implications.

DEAD NAMES - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 89

THE (SIMON) NECRONOMICON This week, Mary looks at the Simon version of the Necronomicon and its implications in real world magickal systems.

THE (SIMON) NECRONOMICON This week, Mary looks at the Simon version of the Necronomicon and its implications in real world magickal systems.

THE (SIMON) NECRONOMICON - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 88

Cosmic Shenanigans is a podcast focusing on cosmic horror in films, television, art, games, music, fashion, pop culture, and just about anywhere else our little tentacles can reach.  Host Mary SanGiovanni delves into what makes it timelessly relevant and enjoyable, and examines how it permeates so much of modern culture.  Further, as a writer of cosmic horror herself, Mary looks at her and others’ roles in the subgenre and in publishing at large, and explores the female perspective toward and within works of cosmic horror.

She’s the reason I keep listening to the Horror Show (though I appreciate Brian and Dave’s news and industry talk!). Mary is a breath of fresh air in a favorite genre for me, and the knowledge, kindness, and thoughtful dissection she brings to cosmic horror is so incredibly welcome. If you’re the least bit curious about the genre, listen to her. And definitely follow up on media she addresses, like The Endless, Annihilation, so many books and video games.

I really wish we could hear more about her own books as well - she handles other works so masterfully, and I’m always curious about her own perception of her work, influences, and experience at conventions. She’s a gift to all of us nerds, and an outstanding person to listen to. I’ve been thrilled to pick up her books since listening to her shows!

Mary is the best!

I’m so excited to broaden my horror-horizons with this podcast!

Excited for more!

Cosmic Shenanigans

Mary looks at Alan Dean Foster’s nod to “Call of Cthulhu.”

Mary looks at Alan Dean Foster’s nod to “Call of Cthulhu.”

SOME NOTES CONCERNING A GREEN BOX - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 74

Paul Tremblay

Mary is joined by author Paul Tremblay for a discussion of cosmic horror and his new novel, CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD.

Mary is joined by author Paul Tremblay for a discussion of cosmic horror and his new novel, CABIN AT THE END OF THE WORLD.

PAUL TREMBLAY - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 17

Mary and special guest Brian Keene discuss William Hope Hodgson's seminal novel THE HOUSE ON THE BORDERLAND and its influence on cosmic horror over the past century.

Mary and special guest Brian Keene discuss William Hope Hodgson's seminal novel THE HOUSE ON THE BORDERLAND and its influence on cosmic horror over the past century.

THE HOUSE ON THE BORDERLAND PART 1 - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 21

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary begins her cosmic journey discussing the five part graphic novel: FALL OF CTHULHU by, Michael Alan Nelson. Join Mary, as she dives into Vol 1: The Fugue.

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary begins her cosmic journey discussing the five part graphic novel: FALL OF CTHULHU by, Michael Alan Nelson. Join Mary, as she dives into Vol 1: The Fugue.

 FALL OF CTHULHU: THE FUGUE - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 65

Mary discusses the classic horror film John Carpenter's THE THING, originally released in 1982

Mary discusses the classic horror film John Carpenter's THE THING, originally released in 1982

THE THING - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 29

Mary looks at the roots of cosmic horror going back to the mid-1800s, and compares Romanticism, science fantasy, and traditional surreal weird fiction to Lovecraft's cosmic horror.

Mary looks at the roots of cosmic horror going back to the mid-1800s, and compares Romanticism, science fantasy, and traditional surreal weird fiction to Lovecraft's cosmic horror.

ROOTS - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 2

Mary discusses the cosmic horror elements of the Conan story "The Tower Of The Elephant" by Robert E. Howard. She is also joined for part of the discussion by author Brian Keene.

Mary discusses the cosmic horror elements of the Conan story "The Tower Of The Elephant" by Robert E. Howard. She is also joined for part of the discussion by author Brian Keene.

THE TOWER OF THE ELEPHANT - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 37

Mary discusses the story "The City Of The Dreaming God" by Yufuko Senowo (translated by Kathleen Taji), published in The Dreanung God: Lairs Of The Hidden Gods Volume Four, edited by Asamatsu Ken and with an introduction by Robert Price.

Mary discusses the story "The City Of The Dreaming God" by Yufuko Senowo (translated by Kathleen Taji), published in The Dreanung God: Lairs Of The Hidden Gods Volume Four, edited by Asamatsu Ken and with an introduction by Robert Price.

THE CITY OF THE DREAMING GOD - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 38

 Mary analyzes the cosmic horror elements of the Silent Hill video game franchise, including an explanation of the cult known as the Order and the strange triumvirate of Alessa/Cheryl/Heather.

Mary analyzes the cosmic horror elements of the Silent Hill video game franchise, including an explanation of the cult known as the Order and the strange triumvirate of Alessa/Cheryl/Heather.

SILENT HILL - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 4

 Mary discusses a very early cosmic horror short story, THE HORLA by Guy de Maupassant, which is considered an influence on the genre and on H.P. Lovecraft.

Mary discusses a very early cosmic horror short story, THE HORLA by Guy de Maupassant, which is considered an influence on the genre and on H.P. Lovecraft.

THE HORLA - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 3

In Part One of a Two part discussion, Mary discusses a variety of urband legends involving people traveling to alternate dimensions, and how they related to cosmic horror.

In Part One of a Two part discussion, Mary discusses a variety of urband legends involving people traveling to alternate dimensions, and how they related to cosmic horror.

URBAND LEGENDS (PART ONE) - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 37

Mary discusses "Egypt, 1200 BC: Herald of Chaos" by Keith Taylor, part of the anthology That is Not Dead: Tales of the Cthulhu Mythos Through the Centuries edited by Darrell Schweitzer. It was first published by PS Publishing in 2015.

Mary discusses "Egypt, 1200 BC: Herald of Chaos" by Keith Taylor, part of the anthology That is Not Dead: Tales of the Cthulhu Mythos Through the Centuries edited by Darrell Schweitzer. It was first published by PS Publishing in 2015.

EGYPT, 1200 BC: HERALD OF CHAOS - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 20

Mary examines the "grandfather of cosmic horror" short story collection THE KING IN YELLOW by Robert W. Chambers. First published in 1895, it is hugely influential on the genre, from the works of H.P. Lovecraft to the recent TRUE DETECTIVE television show.

Mary examines the "grandfather of cosmic horror" short story collection THE KING IN YELLOW by Robert W. Chambers. First published in 1895, it is hugely influential on the genre, from the works of H.P. Lovecraft to the recent TRUE DETECTIVE television show.

THE KING IN YELLOW  - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 6

This week, Mary discusses the 2016 cosmic horror film, THE VOID.

This week, Mary discusses the 2016 cosmic horror film, THE VOID.

THE VOID - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 23

Mary and special guest Matt Wildasin (The Horror Show With Brian Keene, Grindcast) talk about video games that are inspired by H. P. Lovecraft and Cosmic Horror. In the first part of this two part discussion, games discussed include THE LURKING HORROR, THE ELDER SIGN: OMENS, CALL OF CTHULHU: DARK CORNERS OF THE EARTH, and CALL OF CTHULHU.

Mary and special guest Matt Wildasin (The Horror Show With Brian Keene, Grindcast) talk about video games that are inspired by H. P. Lovecraft and Cosmic Horror. In the first part of this two part discussion, games discussed include THE LURKING HORROR, THE ELDER SIGN: OMENS, CALL OF CTHULHU: DARK CORNERS OF THE EARTH, and CALL OF CTHULHU.

COSMIC HORROR VIDEO GAMES PT 1 - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 35

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary discusses J.F. Gonzalez's short story, HOLES.

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary discusses J.F. Gonzalez's short story, HOLES.

HOLES - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 64

Recorded at Scares That Care 2019, DEEPER THAN R’LYEH: THE NEW COSMIC HORROR: Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s She Walks In Shadows. Victor LaValle’s The Ballad of Black Tom. Matt Ruff’s Lovecraft Country. Nick Mamatas’s Move Under Ground. How would H.P. Lovecraft react to these (and other) permutations of his mythos, and how do they strengthen cosmic horror moving forward? With Norman Prentiss (moderator), Paul Tremblay, Damien Angelica Walters, Maurice Broaddus, Nick Mamatas, and Mary SanGiovanni.

Recorded at Scares That Care 2019, DEEPER THAN R’LYEH: THE NEW COSMIC HORROR: Silvia Moreno-Garcia’s She Walks In Shadows. Victor LaValle’s The Ballad of Black Tom. Matt Ruff’s Lovecraft Country. Nick Mamatas’s Move Under Ground. How would H.P. Lovecraft react to these (and other) permutations of his mythos, and how do they strengthen cosmic horror moving forward? With Norman Prentiss (moderator), Paul Tremblay, Damien Angelica Walters, Maurice Broaddus, Nick Mamatas, and Mary SanGiovanni.

DEEPER THAN R’LYEH: THE NEW COSMIC HORROR - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 47

Mary discusses John Carpenter's ode to H.P. Lovecraft and its place in the cosmic horror pantheon. Do you read Sutter Cane...?

Mary discusses John Carpenter's ode to H.P. Lovecraft and its place in the cosmic horror pantheon. Do you read Sutter Cane...?

IN THE MOUTH OF MADNESS - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 10

Author John Quick joins Mary for a discussion about using Lovecraftian tropes in southern settings, and his forthcoming cosmic horror novel.

SOUTHERN FRIED HORROR - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 72

Stephen King

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary talks about Stephen King's novella simply titled: N

On this episode of Cosmic Shenanigans, Mary talks about Stephen King's novella simply titled: N

STEPHEN KING'S: N - Cosmic Shenanigans - Ep 71

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