#222 - Defy Doubt & Decode Monsters with Dr. Emily Zarka
In this episode Nick and Dr. Emily Zarka discuss her journey from childhood fascination with horror to her scholarly career. Emily highlights her web series "Monstrum," which aims to make academic insights on monsters accessible, drawing parallels to Anthony Bourdain's storytelling. They explore how monsters reflect societal fears, the evolution of figures like vampires, and the impact of technology on horror narratives. Discover how she found her passion, why monsters hold deep meaning, and how horror can have a cathartic element. From her PhD in British romantic literature with an emphasis on the Gothic to pitching a hit YouTube show, Emily’s story inspires resilience and creativity.
You can find Monstrum on YouTube ( @pbsstoried ), online (pbs.org), and the PBS History Channel. You can find Dr. Emily Zarka online (dremilyzarka.com).
04/16/2025
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#221 - Dr. Michael Wert
Michael Wert is a historian, writer, editor, history content consultant, and associate professor of East Asian history with a focus on early modern and modern Japan. You can find Michael and his work online (michaelwert.com).
04/01/2025
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#220 - Thomas Edrington
Nick sits down with Thomas Edrington to discuss tonight's (Saturday April 12th 2025) fundraiser "A Night of Deception and Revelry" hosted by the Transparent Humboldt Coalition and the North Coast Repertory Theatre, Tesla, Elon Musk, propaganda, Ukraine, Israel, Artificial Intelligence and more.
You can find tickets for the fundraiser online (https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=267353). Saturday April 12th, 2025 at 8:00 pm.
03/31/2025
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#219 - Steven Saint Thomas
Nick sits down with Steven Saint Thomas to discuss his project of building a natural building in Humboldt County. You can find Steve online (adventuresinpermaculture.com).
03/25/2025
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#218 - Steven Saint Thomas
Nick sits down with Steven Saint Thomas to discuss the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. You can find Steven and his story "Silence The West Bank" on his Substack "Truthsmack" (Truthsmack).
02/25/2025
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