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EPISODE · Aug 21, 2026 · 1H 11M

The Flayed Man, Obligation, and Sapphic Vampires with Chloe Lauter

from This Might Sound Strange · host This Might Sound Strange

Welcome to episode 3 of This Might Sound Strange, a horror fiction podcast where tarot cards direct the conversation. Our guest today is Chloe Lauter, whose debut novel THE FLAYED MAN has already made waves. It received rave reviews from Library Journal and was named one of Debutiful’s Most Anticipated Books of 2026. Paul Tremblay calls it a “lyrical, inventive horror novel that is emotionally stirring and authentic.” Chloe delivers propulsive action and beautiful prose, while never losing sight of the novel’s tender emotional heart. It’s a stunning novel and if you haven’t read it yet, we hope this episode might convince you to pick it up! If you enjoy today’s episode, consider writing a review or a comment wherever you’re listening to help others find the show. If you do, email a screenshot and your best mailing address to [email protected]! We’ll put something fun in the mail for you. Until next time…stay strange! xoxo, Michelle & Maya Credits: Logo and artwork by Chris Panatier Music by Tony Morales Books mentioned Sharp Teeth by Toby Barlow Mongrels by Stephen Graham Jones Films mentioned Bound (Dir. Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski) Love Lies Bleeding (Dir. Rose Glass) Near Dark (Dir. Kathryn Bigelow) TV Shows mentioned What We Do in the Shadows (2019) Videos mentioned Kristen Stewart doing pull-ups: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSxp8TwjGC_/?hl=en Stay in touch: IG: https://www.instagram.com/sound_strange_pod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sound_strange_pod Website: https://www.soundstrangepod.com/ Newsletter: https://sound-strange-pod.beehiiv.com/

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