Shouting Down the Monsters: The Ancestral Magic of Ring Shout

Send us Fan Mail⚠️ CONTENT & SPOILER WARNING: This episode contains full plot spoilers for P. Djèlí Clark’s Ring Shout. Our discussion includes themes of systemic racism, hate groups, historical violence, and body horror. Please listen with care."There are things born of hatred that hunger for the world."Welcome back to the Cozy Midnight Collective. Tonight, we open a heavy, high-action historical dark fantasy file: Ring Shout by P. Djèlí Clark.Set against the backdrop of 1915 Georgia, we dive deep into a world where a cinematic premiere unleashes a cosmic, reality-warping evil. We break down the beautiful, rhythmic ancestral magic of the Ring Shout, the visceral body horror of the multi-eyed "Ku Kluxes," and the unforgettable bond between Maryse, Sadie, and Chef.Timestamps:00:00:29 – Welcome Back & Spoilers Ahead 00:01:47 – The Midnight Draw (Tarot Ritual)00:02:00 – Lauryn’s Cards00:04:25 – Morgan’s Cards 00:06:05 – Novella Discussion: Ring Shout Deep Dive01:12:21 – Final Ratings and Thoughts 01:18:42 – Outro & Big July AnnouncementSupport the showSUPPORT THE SHOWHelp us stay independent and ad-free by supporting the show directly at Buzzsprout Support Link.BECOME A MEMBERWant to hear the conclusion of the Purple Satin Killer? Join our Patreon for exclusive tiers, BONUS "Story Time" episodes, & a shout-out on the show - Patreon Link.SEND US YOUR CONFESSIONSWe are currently accepting anonymous stories! Our Midnight Confessions Form is linked in our Instagram and TikTok bios, here or email us at [email protected]. Your identity is always protected.Special Thanks to our Patreon Subscribers!_______________________________________________________________________________________________Produced + Edited + Mixed by | Morgan Davis & Lauryn StricklandArtwork Designed by | Morgan Davis & Lauryn StricklandMusic by | Morgan Davis_______________________________________________________________________________________________LINKSSupport us on ...