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Harold Schechter is an author, true crime historian, and professor emeritus. He has chronicled some of America’s most infamous murderers, including Ed Gein, H.H. Holmes, Albert Fish, and Belle Gunness. His books Deviant...
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Talks From The Crypt
Hosted by Brandon Lea · tv · EN
About this Podcast:
Talks From The Crypt, hosted by Brandon Lea, is a cinematic long-form conversation series exploring film, horror, true crime, and the darker edges of culture. Through in-depth, unscripted interviews, filmmakers, actors, writers, and cultural voices move beyond the usual press cycle to speak openly about their work, experiences, and the paths that shaped them. Professionally produced yet relaxed in tone, the show blends thoughtful conversation with the atmosphere of a genuine hangout.Booking/Management/Sponsorship/Ad Inquiries: zach@talksfromthecrypt.com
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What is Talks From The Crypt about?
Talks From The Crypt, hosted by Brandon Lea, is a cinematic long-form conversation series exploring film, horror, true crime, and the darker edges of culture. Through in-depth, unscripted interviews, filmmakers, actors, writers, and cultural voices move beyond the usual press cycle to speak openly about their work, experiences, and the paths that shaped them.
Who hosts Talks From The Crypt?
Talks From The Crypt is hosted by Brandon Lea. The show has published 26 episodes to date.
What has Talks From The Crypt covered recently?
Recent episodes include "#29 - Harold Schechter Returns (True Crime Historian & Author of “Deviant,” “Deranged,” “Depraved,” & “50 States of Murder”)" (9 September 2026, 95 minutes), "#28 - Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp, Victor Crowley, Terrifier 2, Scary Movie 6)" (20 August 2026, 152 minutes), and "#27 - Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie's Halloween 1 & 2, Talk Scary To Me, Last Chance Motel)" (15 July 2026, 121 minutes).
How often does Talks From The Crypt publish?
Talks From The Crypt publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 143 minutes across 26 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Talks From The Crypt?
Booking probability for Talks From The Crypt is 20%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Talks From The Crypt requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Talks From The Crypt's contact route on record: verified email.
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About the host
Brandon Lea hosts Talks From The Crypt, a tv podcast with 26 episodes published.
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Aug 20, 20262h 32mFelissa Rose is an actress best known for her role as Angela Baker in the cult horror classic Sleepaway Camp. Her career in horror includes Victor Crowley, Terrifier 2, Scary Movie 6, and over 200 more credits. She is...
Episode #27
#27 - Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie's Halloween 1 & 2, Talk Scary To Me, Last Chance Motel)
Jul 15, 20262h 1mScout Taylor-Compton is an actress and director best known for her roles as Laurie Strode in Rob Zombie’s Halloween and Halloween II, as well as performances in The Runaways, April Fool’s Day, and numerous other films...
Mar 24, 20262h 28mS0<p>Joe Begos, director of Bliss, Christmas Bloody Christmas, Jimmy and Stiggs, and more, joins us in the Crypt for a conversation about independent filmmaking, shooting on film, and carving your own path without the...
Feb 17, 20262h 32mS0<p>Grimmlife Collective is a horror and true-crime travel channel hosted by Michael and Jessica Kolence, known for exploring filming locations, cemeteries, abandoned sites, and dark history locations across the world...
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Dec 16, 20252h 24mS0<p>Joe Lynch, director of Wrong Turn 2, Mayhem, and Suitable Flesh, joins us in the Crypt for a candid conversation about directing, nerves that never go away, and navigating a long career in...
Episode #22
#22 - Chuck Russell (Nightmare On Elm St. 3: Dream Warriors, The Blob, The Mask, Bless The Child)
Oct 9, 20252h 35mS0<p>Chuck Russell, the legendary director behind The Mask, The Blob, and A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, joins us in the Crypt to talk about the wild ride of his illustrious Hollywood career – from nearly...
Sep 3, 20253h 4mS0<p>Erick Wessel and Terri Rivera are the creators of The Mystic Museum and The Horror Boodega, two of LA’s most unique horror destinations.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we trace the journey from punk rock...
Episode #20
#20 - Danielle Harris (Halloween 4 & 5, Rob Zombie’s Halloween, Hatchet, Talk Scary to Me)
Jul 2, 20251h 59mS0<p>Danielle Harris is an iconic actress, director, and horror legend known for her roles as Jamie Lloyd in Halloween 4 & 5, Annie in Rob Zombie's Halloween, Marybeth the Hatchet series, and many more. Her podcast, Talk...
Jun 11, 20253h 7mS0<p>Adam Green is a filmmaker, screenwriter, and horror icon best known for creating the Hatchet franchise and directing cult favorites like Frozen, Digging Up the Marrow, Spiral, Chillerama, and more. He is the co-host...
Apr 8, 20252h 5mS0<p>Gil Carrillo is the legendary homicide detective that played a key role in taking down one of America's most notorious serial killers, Richard Ramirez, aka "The Night Stalker."Gil shares memories and details of...
Jan 31, 20251h 18mS0<p>Linnea Quigley is a legendary scream queen best known for her roles in cult horror classics like The Return of the Living Dead, Night of the Demons, Graduation Day, Hollywood Chainsaw Hookers, and over 120+ films...
Episode #16
#16 - Tom O'Neill (Author of CHAOS: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties)
Nov 22, 20242h 40mS0<p>Investigative journalist and author of CHAOS: Charles Manson, the CIA, and the Secret History of the Sixties, Tom O’Neill, joins us in the Crypt to unravel one of the darkest and most twisted chapters in American...
Episode #15
#15 - Sean Clark (Horror's Hallowed Grounds, Convention All Stars, The Thing With Two Heads)
Oct 7, 20243h 15mS0<p>Sean Clark joins us in the Crypt to talk about his journey through the horror industry, from Horror’s Hallowed Grounds and the Halloween franchise, to shaping the modern horror convention scene.</p><p><br /></p><p>...
Aug 21, 20242h 7mS0<p>Joe Coleman, the legendary artist whose work digs into the darkest corners of the human psyche, joins us in the Crypt to discuss everything from painting serial killers like Carl Panzram, Albert Fish, and Ed Gein, to...
May 17, 20242h 58mS0<p>Kane Hodder, legendary actor and stuntman behind Jason Voorhees and Victor Crowley, joins us in the Crypt for Episode 13! </p><p><br /></p><p>From his love of the number 13 to almost playing Freddy Krueger, Kane...
Apr 23, 20242h 6mS0<p>Bill Moseley, best known for his iconic roles as Chop Top in “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2" and Otis B. Driftwood in Rob Zombie's ‘House of 1000 Corpses’ trilogy, joins us in the Crypt to discuss...
Feb 27, 20241h 53mS0<p>Museum of Death owners/curators, JD Healy and Cathee Shultz, join us in the Crypt for Episode 11 to guide us through the eerie corridors of their world-famous museum, located in Hollywood, CA and New Orleans, LA...
Jan 31, 20242h 38mS0<p>Grimmlife Collective joins us in the Crypt for Episode 10, unveiling their journey from early struggles to iconic moments at horror conventions, and their ventures into the grim side of culture across the globe. Join...
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