Ghouls Night In

Penny and Midge wade into the world of the mermaid. What's the lore behind this beloved mythical creatures, and what do they represent in the world of horror? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the famous Alnwick Poison Garden, the history of apothecary gardens it draws from, and learn more ways that plants will kill you. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss one of nature's only obligate scavengers, the vulture! These birds have been both worshipped and maligned for their ties to death. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge try playing some classic Victorian parlor games - unfortunately without any kissing (did you know Victorian games involve a LOT of kissing?). Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss Hannibal, another short-lived but passionately beloved series from podcast fave Bryan Fuller. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the haunting beauty of Maison Margiela's Fall/Winter 2026 collection, the influences of horror and the macabre on runway fashion, and fashion as performance art. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge get chatty talking about our favorite ways to celebrate the spookiness of spring, from (belated) Easter plans to toads, cemetery strolls, and more. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge talk about another terrifying weather phenomenon: tornados! There's a reason these twisting storms have inspired multiple film horror franchises. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss adipocere AKA grave wax, a substance caused by saponification of human remains. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge chat about upcoming spooky media projects we're excited about and mourn the tragically canceled Buffy the Vampire Slayer reboot. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In Discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge talk about the Catholic enthusiasm for relics. This long-standing tradition saw a peak in the Middle Ages, but many of these blessed remains continue to be objects of admiration and fascination today. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the fascinating tale of Mina Crandon, also known as Margery the Medium! This spiritualist showed off her skills (and her...other assets) to convince a panel from Scientific American of her credibility. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore the unexpectedly dark origins of ventriloquism, how the practice transformed in the vaudeville era, and why dummies continue to be a horror staple. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss another formative piece of spooky media: A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket. This book series inspired a number of adaptations and sprinkled lots of goth breadcrumbs for young fans. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discusss one of America's most popular patent medicines: Valentine's Meat Juice! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore the Victorian language of flowers, from the original inspiration behind messages sent via bouquet to its most outlandishly complicated versions, PLUS what flowers you should be sending this Valentine's Day. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny and Midge discuss the beloved dark/horror comedy, Death Becomes Her! This queer cult classic has seen an extended life, just like the film's leading ladies... Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the allure of abandoned places. What draws people to urban exploration? What are the modern ruins that fascinate us the most? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the mysterious 1947 incident in Roswell, New Mexico. Did the government recover an extraterrestrial spacecraft and perhaps even alien lifeforms? And what's up with these weather balloons? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In Discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss getting struck by lightning, from storm science to a man who was struck by lightning a baffling 7 times. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge look back on their spooky favorites of the year and chat about upcoming horror projects & goals. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge read The Ghost's Summons by Ada Buisson, a Victorian Christmas ghost story published in 1868. From our haunted homes to yours - Happy Holidays! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge uncover the occasionally spooky but often weird history of gingerbread. From Roman celebrations to German fairytales, this treat has worn many shapes over the years. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore the legendary snow dwelling creature, the Yeti! Also known as the Abominable Snowman, this pop culture favorite has fascinated cryptozoologists for decades, but its lore goes back much further. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge take a deep dive in to Guillermo Del Toro's Frankenstein (2025), chatting about favorite parts, what we'd change, and who had the best outfits. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the history of New Orleans cemeteries and how the area's intriguing burial practices came to be. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop for Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the filming and legacy of Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho. The original slasher film had a major impact on the horror genre in film as well as on its cast. Join the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop for Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

WATCH this episode on Youtube! Penny & Midge explore one of Midge's childhood Halloween traditions: The Party Make-up Video. We each attempt to recreate a look from this incredible 90s instructional video. You too can watch The Party Make-up Video by joining https://www.rewindo.tv/ Thank you to Found Footage Festival for digitizing this VHS! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the life of Elmer McCurdy - and everything that happened afterwards. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop for Ghouls Night In merch (including the new Don't Perceive My Corpse collection) Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the movie that invented the summer blockbuster despite its troubled production: Jaws! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord Shop Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge go behind the scenes on the upcoming A Campy, Kooky, Glamorous, and Spooky Halloween Special! Keep an eye on Midge's Youtube channel for the special this Friday. Listen to Penny's sleep story here Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Get "Don't Perceive My Corpse" & more Ghouls Night In merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the mysterious Isle of the Dolls - this famously creepy location has been visited by countless ghost hunters & most recently featured in Lady Gaga's Dead Dance music video. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Shop the new "Don't Perceive My Corpse" collection & all our merch Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the gargoyle, from its architectural purpose to its popularity in 1990s animation. What makes a gargoyle a gargoyle? Why did Disney try to make a Hunchback of Notre Dame movie for children?? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop for Ghouls Night In merch, including our new DON'T PERCEIVE MY CORPSE collection Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge are celebrating 4 years and 200 episodes of Ghouls Night In with a chatty episode filled with listener questions! Thank you for listening & loving our little pod - we can't wait to share more spooky fun with you! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Get our NEW Don't Perceive My Corpse merch & all of our classic designs Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss an iconic horror character who crossed over to musical theater fame: The Phantom of the Opera! First appearing in 1909, the Phantom has fascinated audiences through books, films, and on the stage. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the La Brea Tar Pits, a fascinating archaelogical site in Los Angeles, California. Is tar the new bog? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss some of our favorite spooky artists to shop with this spooky season and all year long. You too can fight the terror of AI art and corporate art theft by supporting actual artists! Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the bizarre story of Gef the Talking Mongoose, a strange creature who purportedly lived in the walls of a farmhouse and caused a tabloid sensation in 1930s Britain. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny and Midge unearth the mysteries of the Great Sphinx of Giza. Who built this monumental statue and why? And why do we call it the sphinx? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss an iconic 90s series of spooky kid lit: The Adventures of the Bailey School Kids.  Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the infamous iron maiden. Does the real history of this torture device live up to the tales of horror associated with it? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge get chatty and dish on the 2025 Halloween decor we've seen so far, the trends that are going from social media to the shelves, and what we're already over. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore the incredibly detailed sand bottle art created by Andrew Clemens. The originator of the art form, Clemens' intricate sand paintings remain a fascinating curiosity. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the iconic rock band My Chemical Romance. The band's creative and often spooky concepts & aesthetics have made them beloved by fans but also a target of media scrutiny. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord server! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the historic connection between bees and death, from the belief that bees help transport the soul to the afterlife to the folk tradition of informing the bees of a death in the family. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore this history and mystery of the Bermuda Triangle. How did this area gain such a mystique & what are the supernatural and scientific theories behind the disappearances that occur there? Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In Discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge get chatty about some of the horror films that have already been released this summer (the good & the bad), and what we're looking forward to seeing. Join the conversation in the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss the history of symbols and iconography used on graves. When did the practice begin, and what did these symbols mean to the people who chose them? Join our community on Discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge discuss one of the most tragic maritime disasters on the Great Lakes, the wreck of the Lady Elgin. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars

Penny & Midge explore the history of wax effigies, wax museums, and the tale of the famed wax sculptor Madame Marie Tussaud. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop for Ghouls Night In merch Cover art by Alex Zimdars