EPISODE · Sep 26, 2025 · 1H 26M
From Tales from the Crypt to Tales of Survival
from Everything is Personal · host Len May
Chapters 00:10 – Introduction & Guest Welcome01:00 – Breaking into Hollywood & Climbing the Mountain04:30 – Film vs. TV: Where Writers Really Belong06:00 – Growing Up in Baltimore & Early Inspirations09:00 – First Breaks & Meeting Producer Gil Adler10:30 – The HBO Era: Tales from the Crypt18:00 – Creating the Crypt Keeper’s Voice & Personality27:00 – Trauma, Secrets, and Inner Struggles36:00 – Healing, Storytelling, and Self-Rediscovery41:00 – Behind the Scenes of Bordello of Blood55:00 – The Fallout & Split with Gil Adler1:02:00 – How TV and Streaming Changed the Industry1:06:00 – Why Podcasting is the New Storytelling Powerhouse1:09:00 – Final Reflections on Creativity & Resilience EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient CareEndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise.Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FBConnect with host, Len May, on IG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In this gripping episode of Everything is Personal, host Len May dives deep with legendary Hollywood writer, producer, and master storyteller Alan Katz. Best known for shaping the cult classic Tales from the Crypt, Alan opens up about the wild ride of building an iconic franchise, then losing it all. But this isn’t just a story about fame. It’s about hitting rock bottom, battling depression, and finding a second act through vulnerability, reinvention, and podcasting. From the glitz of Hollywood to the darkness of personal struggle and the healing power of storytelling, Alan’s journey is raw, hilarious, and profoundly human. Whether you’re a fan of horror, Hollywood, or healing—this episode is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and the art of never giving up.
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From Tales from the Crypt to Tales of Survival
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