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Penn State Altoona professors’ podcast welcomes acclaimed horror author

In the latest episode of "Meet Your Maker," Professor Brian Onishi conducts a solo interview with John Langan, acclaimed author of “The Fishermen” and the upcoming short story collection “Lost in the Dark.” Credit: Jason Long, Spring Dam Designs. All Rights Reserved.

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 "Horror Joy" podcast, titled "Meet Your Maker."

In the episode, Onishi conducts a solo interview with acclaimed horror author John Langan. They talk about his works, including “The Fishermen” and the upcoming short story collection “Lost in the Dark.” They discuss the intricate relationship between joy and horror, the communal aspect of the horror community and the influence of found-footage films on Langan's writing. The conversation also delves into Langan's experiences with Word Horde publishing, his inspirations, and the vibrant contemporary horror genre landscape.

The full episode can be accessed on podcast providers or on Red Circle. Learn more about the "Horror Joy" podcast online.

Last Updated August 6, 2025

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