ALTOONA, Pa. — Penn State Altoona faculty members Brian Onishi, associate professor of philosophy, and Jeff Stoyanoff, assistant professor of English and of women's, gender and sexuality studies, released a new episode of their podcast, "Horror Joy."
In a live-recorded episode, Onishi and Stoyanoff are joined by New York Times-bestselling author Paul Tremblay at Next Chapter Bookshop in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. Tremblay discusses various themes in his works and answers audience questions.
Topics include the relationship between joy and horror, Tremblay's journey to becoming a writer, inspirations for his horror novels targeted towards younger audiences, and the significance of artistic creation amidst technological advancements. The conversation also touches on Tremblay's personal experiences and emotions tied to his works, including the film adaptation of his novel “The Cabin at the End of the World.”
The full episode can be accessed on podcast providers or on Red Circle. Learn more about the "Horror Joy" podcast online.