Spooky Frog Horrifying Books Podcast

Dive into a chaotic, hilarious holiday horror romp where four 1980s college kids find a Nazi treasure ship in the Arctic! Complete with were-reindeer, horny yetis, sexy Mrs. Claus, disturbingly detailed monster anatomy, and gingerbread houses with organic frosting. This fast-paced novella blends B-movie creature fun, schlocky gore, and outrageous comedy for a perfect, short palate cleanser.
Hosts Sam and Jeffy banter through behind-the-scenes event talk, book recommendations, and season updates while unpacking why DM Gritzmacher’s The Nazis Stole Christmas is weird, wild, and oddly delightful.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy riff on holiday leftovers, sleep struggles, and memoir-style tangents before diving into Jo Salazar’s The Dead Weight. The episode explores the book’s zombie outbreak set in a residential treatment center and the moral questions it raises—who becomes the “dead weight” in survival, how trauma shapes choices, and whether community or immediate survival should prevail.
They also discuss the author’s background, the book’s standalone story (with sequels), and how the novel reframes familiar horror tropes through character-driven drama.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy record a Thanksgiving special where they riff on food, family, and the chilling Argentinian novel Tender Is the Flesh — a dystopia of federally sanctioned cannibalism and industrialized human farms. They discuss the books dry, prescient tone and themes of dehumanization, consumerism, and class.
The episode also wanders into holiday tangents: local Krampus and witchcraft events, personal anecdotes about food and health, workplace and labor reflections, and a trigger warning for graphic content. They tease upcoming episodes, ask listeners for favorite books and movies of the year, and promise more holiday horror to come.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy discuss Grace Daly's The Scald Crow, exploring its Irish folklore, haunted-house mystery, and a protagonist living with chronic pain and medical trauma. They weave in event recaps from Slay the Lake, indie book pickups and anthologies, and humorous tangents about mall food courts and Wisconsin cheese myths.
The episode balances a thoughtful review of dark themes and character depth with lighthearted conversations about book hoarding, author encounters, and personal anecdotes, giving listeners both serious insight and playful banter.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy unpack Bridgett Nelson's Poisoned Pain, a splatterpunk short-story collection. They highlight standout tales—from cozy pug heroics to extreme gore—discuss splatterpunk vs. extreme horror, share author anecdotes, and mix in their usual banter about live shows, local events, and weird movie detours.

This Band Will Save Your Life by Willis Adler follows Connor, a high‑school senior whose brother and father disappeared years earlier. When a mysterious band from his brother’s favorite poster turns up at a local punk show, Connor sneaks in and follows them into the woods—uncovering monsters, music, and long‑buried truths.The book mixes coming‑of‑age emotion with cozy but gory horror, delivering a tense, fast read about grief, loyalty, and the strange salvation music can bring, with a bittersweet, satisfying resolution.

Halloween edition of the Spooky Frog podcast with Samantha and Jeffy: they discuss Ruth Anna Evans' novella Do Not Go In That House, their wild New Orleans trip, and how the book’s haunted-house mystery intertwines with a podcaster’s manic episode.They also recap the Spooktacular costume contest, big cash prizes, book-fair giveaways, Goth Barge adventures, DJs, and upcoming events — a fast, festive, and eerie wrap-up of spooky season.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy discuss Christopher Triana’s extreme horror Gone to See the Riverman — its unsettling river lore, a strange quest, and why it hooked them — then dive into a massive book haul from their local book fair.
They also recap the event vibe, DJs and vendors, upcoming trips (including a New Orleans paddlewheeler), the Halloween Spooktacular costume contest and prize cash, and general spooky-season plans.

Hosts Samantha and Jeffy recap a packed spooky season: a lively Cleveland boat event, merch and hot sauce sellouts, and late-night reading obsession over D.M. Gritzmacher’s The Relict.They preview the Spooky Frog Book Fair—authors, vendors, a Fox 6 TV spot, tarot, and curated horror finds—highlighting Gritzmacher’s book and its mix of historical mystery and modern horror.Upcoming events include a New Orleans vampire boat, gallery nights, and more live appearances; listeners are invited to join for books, merch, and spooky fun.

Hosts Sam and Jeffy dive into Killer Lake by Dave Benton and W.D. Gagliani, an 80s-style summer slasher full of classic tropes, satanic cults, and nostalgic thrills. They chat about the authors' collaboration process, indie horror events, and their recent spooky travels.
Tune in for book fair updates, community happenings, and a lively discussion that blends horror fandom with personal stories and event news.