Fermented Fiction

For this episode we are joined by one of the PNW's most accomplished horror-sci-fi authors in Matt Ruff, author of the acclaimed 𝘓𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘤𝘳𝘢𝘧𝘵 𝘊𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘺, to debate a venerated classic of American cinema in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘹.The tentacles in Ruff's world may be less robotic...the systems of control more cosmic in nature than in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘢𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘹, but that certainly doesn't make them any less terrifying. Perhaps, however, it will lend him some credence with the cosmic power represented through the dice gods. We won't know until the dice come to rest.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Ruff’s work? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome Cosmic horror fiction! Newest Release: The Destroyer of Worlds (A Return to Lovecraft Country) https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-destroyer-of-worlds-a-return-to-lovecraft-country-matt-ruff/bad54df97dce8533?ean=9780063256903&next=t&next=t&affiliate=1348Website: https://bymattruff.com/Socials: @bymattruffAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6115314829950976 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? In this episode, we get into our once and future minds with our guest NJ Gallegos, author of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘭 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘥, and host of the Scream Kings Podcast, to debate the classic sci-fi thriller, 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵.Unlike the misguided law-enforcement overlords in this film, we don't presume to predict the future. We know not how the dice will roll...but someone will debate for and someone against this film...only the dice gods know our fates for sure.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of NJ’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly gruesome psychological body horror. Newest Release: Eat Your Heart Out Website: https://njgallegos.com/Socials: @drspookyer.bsky.socialAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6115314829950976 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

This time on Fermented Fiction, we are joined by acclaimed author of 𝘔𝘢𝘳𝘺, 𝘕𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴, When the 𝘞𝘰𝘭𝘧 𝘊𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘏𝘰𝘮𝘦, and more best-selling works to debate the much beloved Anime series, 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘦.Nat is a seasoned actor as well as an author, so this is sure to be an extremely fun episode...but will he be as good under pressure as Light? Either way, we'll have to make sure our opinions aren't too critical...lest we incur the wrath of Kira. Of course, we owe our loyalty to the Dice Gods first, so let's just hope we all roll high! Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Nat’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror fiction and acting appearances! Newest Release: "I Know a Place"Website: http://www.natcassidy.com/Socials: @catnassidyAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? Tonight, we bring a first-time guest to the show in Jonny Gensler, author of short fiction, military veteran, and survivor of a childhood in his own haunted house. He's here to debate Osgood Perkins' most unhinged film yet: The Monkey. Viewers of the show will know that some of our hosts aren't much for the splatter-type horror, but will this film subvert their expectations and bring them around to the other side of that argument? Perhaps... either way, the Dice Gods will have first say in how we all debate this thing. Tune in to find out. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Jonny’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror fiction.Newest Release: “Tommy ‘the Leg’ Ain’t No Witch,” Cosmic Horror Monthly #63, Sep 2025Website: Socials: @jon.genslerAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? In this episode, we welcome Rachel Harrison, author of "Black Sheep," "Such Sharp Teeth," "So Thirsty," and the forthcoming "Kiss, Slay, Replay," among other top-selling horror novels and short stories. She's coming in to debate the equally acclaimed film by Robert Eggers, "The Lighthouse." Will Rachel's takes be as unhinged as this film? Did she enjoy this movie, or did the esoteric, penis-metaphor ridden veneer of a plot bludgeon her to death like Robert Pattison with an obnoxious seagull? Only time will tell, and you'll have to tune in to find out.At the end of the day, the dice gods shall decide if we are or are not fond of Defoe's proverbial lobster. We hope you'll join us for the answers to all these questions and for some wonderful insight from one of contemporary horror's perennial greats.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Rachel’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome Horror fictionNewest Release: Kiss, Slay, ReplayWebsite: https://www.rachel-harrison.com/Socials: @rachelharrisonsghostAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? Today, we discuss the show that has taken Amazon Prime by storm in Fallout, Season 2! Our guest is Canadian author Christopher O'Halloran, who as an author of horror, will help us dive into all the horrors of the wasteland. But this show a signifier of a coming cultural apocalypse...an arbiter of terrible TV in the face of the robco-esque AI landscape? Or is it a shining beacon of hope amongst the nuclear desert? The dice gods will decide, and you'll have to tune in to find out.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Christopher's awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror fiction. Latest release Pushing DaisyWebsite: https://www.coauthor.ca/Socials: @burgleinfernalAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? For this episode, we welcome Stephanie Rose, author, owner, and founder of Death by TBR Books, and host of the Everyday Horrors Podcast, to debate one of horror's contemporary classics. Found footage...demonic possession...marital tension...what else could you want? Let's get into some Paranormal Activity!Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Stephanie’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome and inclusive horror content! Newest Release: Terrifying Tales to Tell in the NightWebsite: https://deathbytbrbooks.com/Socials: @deathbytbrbooksAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks?! Tonight we'll be debating the controversial latest season of The Last of Us, starring Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal, with my longtime friend and film colleague, Peter Castro! We know people have all kinds of feelings about how this latest season went down, so we hope you'll join us in discussing those feelings...maybe having a drink about it, and feeling some type of way as a collective whole...you know...like a planet-spanning fungal body, or something ;) Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Peter's awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome RPG playthroughs, trivia content, and filmmaking fun. Podcast: System Switch https://podcast.app/system-switch-p6079429?page=2Website: https://theorg.com/org/sporcle-inc/org-chart/peter-d-m-castroSocials: @peterDMcastroAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? Tonight, we debate author, advocate, and editor Pauline Chow about the Sci-Fi/comedy hit from Martha Wells, which is now also a show on Apple TV.But would we have greenlit this for one of our Murderbot's beloved "serials?" Or would we have let it fade into the obscurity of the internet... only the dice gods know for sure. Tune in to find out. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Pauline’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror fiction. Newest Release: Chasing MoonflowersWebsite:https://paulinechowstories.com/Socials: @paulinechowstoriesAlso, also....Thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage, and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there, Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks?! This week, we have TJ Price returning to the show. TJ is one of our brightest and most analytical friends of the program, with his in-depth knowledge of the contemporary publishing industry as both an author and editor. So naturally, he's selected a short story collection by one of the most acclaimed and talented short story authors of our generation, in A Collapse of Horses by THE Brian Evenson. This episode should be a special treat for anyone who loves short fiction, literary fiction, horror, and learning about the short fiction market/process from both sides of the page and pen. BUT... did we actually enjoy this collection? Was it too literary and not enough horror? Was it the most brilliant piece of literary endeavor ever put to the page? Only the Dice Gods know for sure. Let's see how it shakes out for our debaters.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of TJ's awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well, or frankly, you're depriving yourself of some truly unsettling horror fiction. Find TJ's Newest Release at: https://tjpricewrites.com/writing/As always, thank you so much for being here, as we could not do this show without you! We greatly appreciate your patronage and if you want to be a more active member of our community, please consider following us at other places, joining the conversation on social media, and subscribing to our Patreon - the only place you can get exclusive content, merch discounts for our upcoming shirt line, and access to our members-only Discord channel! See you out there Fermented Folks, and thanks again for riding with us. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fermented_fiction/Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Join us tonight as we debate the Pacific Island-centric animated musical that took the world by storm! Backed with incredible performances from indigenous actors and actresses and music from Lin-Manuel Miranda, the Moana Duology is sure to remain in our generation's YA lexicon. But does that make it good or just memorable? You'll have to tune in to find out... Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Rachel's awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well. She truly is making important and impactful contributions to modern indie cinema, and if you're a female filmmaker, you should definitely look into getting involved with Emergence films! Newest Release: Inheritancehttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt4006478/Website: https://www.rachelnolljames.com/Socials: @rachel.noll.jamesAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you'll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Tonight we debate the Halloween?....Christmas?... animated musical in Tim Burton's Nightmare Before Christmas! Our guest, the co-chair of the HWA, Erik Keevan! Come join the fun as we debate the two greatest holidays of all time being smashed together in this macabre classic. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Erik's awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well.Website: https://erikkeevan.me/Socials: @ekeevan@hwaseattle Also, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you'll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey and my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Join us tonight as we debate the possible king of all "member berries" shows, as Travis likes to call it. But does Alyssa agree that this show's primary function is mere nostalgia, or does it effectively bring it's own unique contribution to the stage, regardless of those noticeable 80's tropes? You'll have to tune in to find out! Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don't worry... It's not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Alyssa’s awesome stuff? You'll need to do that as well.Newest Release: The Rack 2 https://www.amazon.com/Rack-II-Stories-Inspired-Paperbacks-ebook/dp/B0FNVHDGWQWebsite: https://linktr.ee/pagesinthegraveyardSocials: @pagesinthegraveyardAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you'll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey and my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks?! In this episode, we take you to the ‘last blank spot on the map’ with Jack Black, Naomi Watts, Adrien Brody, and of course Peter Jackson in the 2005 remake of King Kong. Joining us tonight is avid kaiju enthusiast and Seattle-based filmmaker Justin Robert Vinall! I know how much this man loves Godzilla and so does that make him bias against King Kong? Well he doesn’t really get to decide, does he... that’s the Dice God’s job. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Justin’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome indie film. Newest Release: Stargazerhttps://justinrobertvinall.com/#workWebsite: https://justinrobertvinall.com/Socials: @justinrobertvinallAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey and my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Join us as we debate Osgood Perkins’ latest addition to the horror genre in Keeper, the story of a young woman who, against the judgment of her best friend, goes to her new boyfriend’s cabin in the woods. What could go wrong there? What shall the Dice Gods have in store for her...or for us? Tune in to find out! Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Jack’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome historical horror. Newest Release: Culling of the House of Boarshttps://therealjackfinn.com/#bookshelfWebsite: https://therealjackfinn.com/Socials: @therealjackfinnAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Hello, Fermented Folks! Tonight we debate the OG Thing from Another World, the 1950s film which inspired John Carpenter’s The Thing and the 2011 prequel film. Our guest this evening is Robert P. Ottone, the 2x Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Triangle, The Deep, The Vile Thing We’ve Created, There’s Something Sinister in Center Field, and much more. This film doubtlessly inspired one of the most iconic isolation horror films of all time, but does that make it a good film automatically? What shall the dice gods determine for our debate? You’ll have to tune in to find out. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Robert’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror fiction. Newest Release: There’s Something Sinister in Center Field https://www.amazon.com/Theres-Something-Sinister-Center-FieldSocials: @robertottoneAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey and my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. The BEST PLACE to support the show and frankly, yourself as a fan is our Patreon. Tiers starting at 5 bucks. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/FermentedFiction Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks?! This week, we welcome back one of our very first author guests. MJ was a guest back when we were still called Sinister Soup...back when we did our featured author of the month episodes. We were fans of her back when she first put out 𝘈𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘴! Thanks so much for coming back on the show, MJ! We cannot wait to chat with you about this incredible film...Which film, you ask? This week, we debate none other than Del Toro’s newest addition to the classic horror lexicon. But is this new take on 𝘍𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘪𝘯 a grotesque reanimation of cobbled together corpse bits 🧟‍♂️ or a modern masterpiece? Only the Dice Gods can decide.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of MJ’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to to that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome rogue-centric fantasy action! Newest Release: The Ultimate SFF Story Bible https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D2XMKV3G?...Website: https://www.mjkuhn.com/Socials: @mjkuhnbooksAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? This week, we welcome back one of our favorite horror authors from across the pond, in France! A huge shoutout and thank you to Thomas Olde Heuvelt, author of Darker Days, Oracle, Hex, and Echo. And just as his work tends to do, he’s coming on our show to debate some ethical and philosophical quandaries and scenarios as presented through Apple TV’s The Good Place. Dice Gods, which place will you place Thomas in? How about this Emmy Award-winning show? Only the episode holds that answer. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Thomas’ stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some of the best modern horror out there. Newest Release: Darker Days (2025)https://www.harpercollins.com/products/darker-days-thomas-olde-heuvelt?variant=43702367944738Website: https://oldeheuvelt.com/Socials: @thomasoldeheuveltAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks?! Tonight we debate GRRM’s 1982 southern-steamboat-vampire novel Fevre Dream! And our guest is none other than veteran master debater, friend of the show, and decorated horror author CS Humble! But will the dice gods favor CS this time, as they certainly did not during his debate of his beloved Lord of the Rings? Is this horror novel his cup of tea...or his bloodthirsty curing elixir if you will? Or will he roll low and tear out the throat of this book like Damon Julian in a room full of scantily clad Creole ladies? Only time shall tell....Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of CS Humble’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly transformational horror/western fiction. Newest Release: Baroness of the Eastern Seaboardhttps://shortwavepublishing.com/authors/c-s-humble/Website: https://cshumble.wordpress.com/Socials: @cshumbleAlso, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

You know our stance on AI on this pod. We don’t wanna say we saw this coming back in 2004... but like Alex Proyas, we totally did. Still... guess we’re on this death train, so let’s talk about it with this week’s awesome guest.Greg Marks is a rising star in the PNW film industry who is producing a film we’re VERY excited about, as it’s a feature film about wrestling -- obviously a huge topic of interest on this show with two former college wrestlers :). The movie is called Westbrook, and we cannot wait to chat about it.Is a good grappling/ground game going to be the key to defeating our robot overlords? 🤖 You’ll have to tune in to find out. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Greg’s movies? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some top-quality PNW filmmaking. Newest Release: Westbrook: A Wrestler’s StoryWebsite:https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4800416/ Socials: @actormarks Also, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey and my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? This week we invite our favorite punk-rock author, Keith Rosson. Hailing from the war-torn ruins of Portland, Keith seeks to turn his debate opponent into smoking rubble...at least where the topic of the James Gunn-written Scooby Doo movie. But shall he debate for or against? Which side shall Travis be assigned by the dice gods? Will this be the moon on which we all find our coffins? Only the episode shall tell, and you’ll have to watch for the answers within. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Keith’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome horror prose. Newest Release: Coffin Moon https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/coffin-moon-keith-rosson/1146662133 Website: https://www.keithrosson.com/books Socials:@keithrosson Also, also.... You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? This week, we’re getting into a very topical, hyped up 2025 horror film in Weapons. Indeed, this has been one of the most talked-about horror films of the year, with many hailing it as an instant classic and some calling it the best horror movie of the year. But what do the Dice Gods think about all that? More importantly, what does Josh Rountree, our amazing guest for this episode, believe? He is, after all, the author of over 70 published short stories and three weird-western horror novels, all of which are absolutely phenomenal, so we’ll certainly take his opinion into consideration before passing too much further judgment or recommending anything to you loyal listeners ;). Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Josh’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly terrifying horror-western fiction. Newest Release: The Unkillable Frank Lightning https://tachyonpublications.com/product/the-unkillable-frank-lightning/ Website: https://www.joshrountree.com/ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/josh_rountree/?hl=en Also, also.... You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Oh.....man.... this is gonna be a hell of a ride, folks... Not only are we debating the hit horror film of the year in Sinners, but we are doing so with the best possible guest for this particular discussion. By day, P. Djeli Clark is an academic historian studying emancipation and African American history. By night, he is a horror and dark fantasy author with a plethora of lauded publications under his belt. A combination so unbelievably perfect, it’s damn near enough to transcend time and space -- just as the power of music can. But will this alignment of topic and guest play out favorably once the Dice Gods intervene? Only time will tell...and by time, we mean this episode... you’ll have to watch it, is what we’re saying. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of P. Djeli Clark’s work? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly transcendent dark fiction. Newest Release: Ring Shout https://pdjeliclark.com/ring-shout/ Website: https://pdjeliclark.com/ Socials: https://www.instagram.com/pdjeliclark/ Also, also.... You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Hello Fermented Folks! Welcome to another episode of Fermented Fiction and thank you for tuning in! This week we discuss one of the most highly acclaimed shows of the streaming age in Severance. This show is Westworld meets the modern-day office and the corporate environment, which brings those social-sci-fi elements all the more to the forefront and pushes this into near horror genre territory.For this episode, we’ve once again managed to procure the perfect guest! I know… right? How do we keep coming up aces on this? Well, we managed that because of our wonderful relationship with the Tor Nightfire publicity team, so huge shoutout to them for booking Phillip Fracassi for us this week! Phillip is a screenwriter and author of television, film, novels, and short stories with a wide variety of successful and broadly distributed publications. I really enjoyed his book Boys in the Valley, and his new thriller The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre is hitting the shelves now to wide acclaim and excitment.But how will Phillip feel about the convoluted, tension-filled show that is Severance? How might the dice gods intervene? What will we be drinking and how ludicrous will our conversation become? You’ll have to listen in to find out. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW!Also, have you checked out all of Phillip’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome writing. Newest Release: https://pfracassi.com/autumn-springsWebsite:https://pfracassi.com/Socials:https://www.instagram.com/pfracassi/Also, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like:I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky.If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts.Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit.Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :).Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? In this episode, we have no guest, as one of our scheduled episodes had to be rescheduled. So, we’re going old school — back to the first days of Fermented Fiction, where Travis and I debated every single film from the claustrophobic confines of our respective closets. But we’re new men now, in bigger closets. And we’ve grown much more powerful in our debate abilities and our connection with the divine, cosmic chaos of the dice God(s). Good thing, too, as we’ll be taking a juggernaut of a debate topic: Scream. Regardless of your opinions on this film, it is non-debatable that it’s a pinnacle of the genre and the founding film in one of the most impactful and iconic horror films of all time. Let’s see how the dice gods pit us against each other. Tune in to enjoy the Brother v. Brother battle! Also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like:I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky.If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts.Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit.Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :).Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Tonight on Fermented Fiction, we debate one of the most 90s-ass trilogies of all time. You’ve got katanas, sexy vampires, one-man armies taking on corrupt corporate entities bent on ressurecting old gods... what else could you need? How about an appearance from Brian McAuley?! Author of slashers, films, short stories, and non-fiction around the horror genre? That’d be pretty damn sick, eh? Our Fermented Fiction rating: Jeremy suggests getting blasted on Jack Daniels for Blade Trinity only, while remaining sober for the first two of the trilogy. Clay and Brian agree that sobriety is the way to go through all three, for though Trinity fosters a steep drop off in quality, being drunk may only make the pain of that fall greater. Tune in hear us enact the whims of the dice gods in this debate of the Blade Trilogy! Psssstttt.... have you checked out Brian’s stuff? Followed him on socials? What the hell are you waiting for? Do so below: Brian’s website: https://www.brianmcwriter.com/ Brian’s socials: @brianmcwriter For that matter, have you liked and subscribed to us? If you haven’t, please do annihilate that like button, smash that notification bell. If you want even more Fermented content, consider joining my Substack, where you can get all these episodes and weekly horror recommendations delivered directly to your inbox. You can also follow me (Clay) on Instagram or join our Reddit page to be a bigger part of all these conversations :).Like, Follow, and Subscribe to Fermented Fiction: Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/ Instagram: @clayvermulmfiction This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of Fermented Fiction, we welcome acclaimed author CJ Leede, best known for her novels Maeve Fly and American Rapture. As CJ is well known for her seamless blending of spicy eroticism and horror, she is the absolute perfect guest to discuss this saga, which, in many ways, has shaped the horror-romance genre for the better part of a decade. Just as CJ puts little-known Wisconsin tourist traps on the map in her newest novel, this saga managed to put Forks, WA on the map. Both impressive accomplishments... but what does our team think of this saga? How will the dice gods intervene? And what wisdom might we glean from this week’s incredible guest? Tune in to find out. Our Fermented Fiction Rating (how many drinks/substances allow you full enjoyment of this movie, book, or show): Roughly 2 entire stout beers per movie. Psssstttt... have you read CJ’s stuff? If you haven’t, you’re seriously missing out. Check out her work and follow her on socials RIGHT HERE: Author page/ books: https://us.macmillan.com/author/cjleede Socials: @ceejthemoment Also, also... you can follow us at some other places, if you like:I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky.If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts.Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit.Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :).Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Well, Fermented Folks, we have a special one here for you today. In the official kickoff episode of our 4th season, we welcome back veteran guest and acclaimed author of Spite House and Devils Kill Devils, Johnny Compton, to debate one of the greatest (or perhaps worst) adventure-horror films of all time. That’s right, ya’ll. It’s time to get into The Mummy.If you’re like many of us on this show, this movie was created in peak nostalgia time to infect and inspire your young, creative mind. But even if you aren’t, this episode has something for you.We have a great guest. We have a fun movie to debate, and we hope you’ll risk the heat of the desert with us to search for the forgotten treasures of Hamunaptra. Let’s see if the dice gods bless us with such fortune... Fermented Fiction Rating (how many drinks/substances to enjoy this movie to the fullest): None required to enjoy, but A glass of bourbon with a shot of bourbon and a bourbon chaser is almost certain to enhance the experience. If you really want to go hard... consider taking a thick line of antiquity (IE: powdered mummy) straight to the dome. We don’t necessarily endorse or recommend this final option... Psssstttt.... have you read Johnny’s work and followed him on socials? Cause you can and totally should! Website: https://johnnycompton.com/ Socials: Johnny Compton Also, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like:I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky.If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts.Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit.Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :).Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/clayvermulm.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Hello Fermented Folks, This week, we debate James Gunn’s newest addition to the Superman universe with a returning guest to the show, Arley Sorg of Locus Magazine, Fantasy Magazine, where he is an editor, and KT Literary, where he works as a literary agent. Arley is a highly regarded member of the literary community in every genre and stage of the publishing realm, so we are very thankful he’s taken the time to argue about superhero movies with us! But will he have to argue for or against this Superman movie? What will he truly believe? You’ll have to tune in to find out.... Our Fermented Fiction Rating: Have a drink every time Crypto shows up... that should have you pretty tuned by the end. Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW! Also, have you checked out all of Arley’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awesome literary fiction. Check out his website below and consider subscribing to Locus and Fantasy so you never miss the latest news and fiction in the SFF realm! Arley’s Website: https://arleysorg.com/ Fantasy Mag: https://psychopomp.com/fantasy/ Locus Mag: https://locusmag.com/Also, also.... You can follow us at some other places, if you like: I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky. Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit. Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :). Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks?! For this week’s special, summer episode, we have an incredibly fortuitous appearance from none other than Paul Tremblay, author of Cabin at the End of the World, The Beast You Are, Head Full of Ghosts, Another, and Horror Movie. And if that wasn’t exciting enough, we are also debating one of horror’s most classic and iconic entries, especially if you consider comedy horror, in American Werewolf in London. But what will our team think of this film? Does it hold up after all these years? How about those old-ass special effects? That ‘80s humor? Shall the dice gods favor us in our debate or force our hands into an unfavorable position? You’ll have to listen in to find out.Psssstttt... have you liked, commented, subscribed, and shared? Well, don’t worry... It’s not too late! DO IT NOW!Also, have you checked out all of Paul’s awesome stuff? You’ll need to do that as well, or frankly, you’re depriving yourself of some truly awe-inspiring horror fiction. Newest Releases:* Another* Horror MovieWebsite:https://www.paultremblay.net/Socials:@paulgtremblay Also, also....You can follow us at some other places, if you like:I (Clay) do most of our socials and am most active on Instagram or Bluesky.If you sign up for the Substack newsletter, you’ll get these episodes delivered straight to your inbox as well as regular updates on my writing journey, my other podcasts.Finally, if you want to be a bigger part of our conversations, consider throwing in all your 2 cents on our Reddit.Patreon is on the way, and that will have some awesome perks when it’s active, so keep your eyes peeled :).Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/FermentedFiction/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clayvermulmfiction/Substack: https://clayvermulmfictionhorror.substack.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What Up, Fermented Folks? Thanks for riding with us this season. We’ve had a wonderful time with all our extraordinary guests, with you, the listeners, and with each and every piece of art we’ve had the pleasure of reviewing. That said, we certainly didn’t enjoy each movie, book, and show equally…there are levels to this s**t…tiers, if you will, and through a tremendous feat of camaraderie, we shall unite to set our official Fermented Fiction tier rankings! We plan to do these episodes at the end of each season going forward, as it’s a nice call back to all the fun times and we also get one final chance to speak our pieces on the many artistic works which have taken over our lives for the past year. Please chime in and let us know what you think of our ratings! Do you agree? Disagree? Take major issue with any of our stances and feel inspired for a blood quest of vengeance? Hit us up in the comments, we wanna hear it all! We plan to do a couple of “Special” Summer episodes, by our weekly episodes will not resume until September. Additionally, if you want to become a bigger part of our community and help us gain some community momentum as we move into next season, please consider joining our new Subreddit! Here we’ll chat, post movie reviews, and take all discussions around our debates, ratings, hot takes, etc! We hope to see ya’ll over there :)The first episode of SSN 4 is The Mummy with Johnny Compton on Wednesday, September 3rd. Same time, same place. Hope to see you all there, and thanks again for supporting the show thus far! -Fermented Fiction Lads This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Hello, Fermented Folks, This week we welcome TJ Price, author and editor of horror novellas, short fiction, anthologies, and much more to the show! We will be debating the controversial Adam Neville novel The Ritual, which has also been adapted to a highly successful feature film by the same name. What do we think? Who shall the Dice Gods ordain as their champions? You’ll have to listen to find out! TJ’s novella The Disappearance of Tom Nero is an excellent piece of weird fiction/horror that makes you question your place in the universe and the direction of the narrative at every turn. It’s excellent and I highly recommend it. He is also a fantastic editor, with his name attached to plenty of acclaimed titles. You could even hire him if you need an editor with a keen eye for horror and literature. Check out his stuff RIGHT HERE! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

This week we welcome Fermented Fiction veteran, Rae Wilde-Knowles back to the show where she shall surely bring some villainous energy, wisdom, creativity, and badassery we all expect to the debate floor. But, what does she, or an of us think of our topic this week, Big Fish? That’s the for the dice gods to decide…Rae’s work is an awesome and brutal collision of feminist-rage themes, speculative elements, relationship drama, and literary prose that you really shouldn’t miss! You can and should follow Rae and buy her books RIGHT HERE! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folk? This week we debate the foundational, classic zombie juggernaut that is 28 Days Later, directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, both of modern Hollywood legend… but when they created this film, were they even good yet? Is it reeeeeaaaalllllyyyy a masterpiece? The dice gods shall decide our fate, our opinions, the course of your next two hours…That is, if you stick around to listen. And you really should, because we have an awesome guest on this episode. Welcome to the show, national bestselling author of 6 horror novels, Rachel Harrison! I could list off her accolades, but since you’re going to want to sign up for her newsletter, follow her on socials, and buy all her books yourself…maybe I’ll just cut out the middle man and send you to her WEBSITE!Get over there now. Follow her. Buy everything. DO IT! with love, The Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up, Fermented Folks? This week, we have the honor of hosting Sadie Hartmann, Stoker Award-winning author of 101 Horror Books to Read Before You’re Murdered. And we shall be discussing Pan’s Labyrinth, which many consider the best dark fantasy of all time. This film received a 20-minute standing ovation after its premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, but the dice gods don’t care about that, and neither do we, so devoted to their whims are we. Who shall roll low? Who high? What shall we really think? You’ll have to tune in to find out. You can (and should) go support Sadie’s work at the link below and subscribe to Nightworms to get monthly horror recommendations, care packages, and goodies! It’s an awesome service and Sadie is a trusted voice for the horror community. What are you waiting for? Get signed up and never miss any new twists and turns in the contemporary horror realm! https://nightworms.com/As always, thanks for tuning in and we’ll see you next time. -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Hello Fermented Folks, Welcome to another episode of Fermented Fiction! Tonight, we discuss the powerhouse film from Neon — Academy Award-nominated The Substance starring Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley. And we have the privilege of doing so with Tamara Kaye Sellman, accomplished author, poet, editor, and filmmaker with over twenty years of experience in the publishing industry. Tamara has been writing since childhood. She ran her own indie press for magical realism called Margin for nearly a decade and now writes dark fiction, hope-punk, and poetry from the PNW. Tamara’s current project is a collection of PNW horror titled Rain Shadows which was co-written with me, Clay Vermulm! Go check out Tamara’s work, her blog, and keep an eye on our updates for the upcoming release of Rain Shadows; it’s going to be an awesome anthology! Learn about and follow Tamara RIGHT HERE! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks? This week we debate Constantine, IE: John Wick vs Demons, featuring eventual-angel-Shia Lebeouf. And we have the honor of doing so with JW Donley, owner and chief editor of Dark Forest Press and my editor for the Voices from the Cold Trilogy! JW is a fantastic editor and writer in his own right, and his new press, Dark Forest, is sure to make waves in the PNW horror community as he continues to hone his craft and expand his roster of authors.Please support Joe and learn more about his work RIGHT HERE! As always, please like, comment, subscribe, and spread the word so we can continue to grow our wonderful show :). Appreciate you all. Until next time, thank you, and we hope you enjoy the show! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

Let's get punk rock and break down this...memorable.... film from the 90's baby! Today we have a special guest in Keith Rosson, author of Fever House, Devil By Name, Folk Songs for Trauma Surgeons, and his forthcoming witch novel, Coffin Moon. We had lots of fun in this one, got off topic a fair amount, but also spent plenty of time discussing the absolutely wild, s**t-show of a made-for-tv banger from 1995. Hope you have as much fun as we did :). You can and should learn more about Keith, follow him, and preorder Coffin Moon at his WEBSITE. And if you want to get a signed copy from Keith’s local bookstore, in Portland (always good to support your small time book buyers), ou can do so RIGHT HERE. As always, please be sure to like, share, subscribe, comment and all that. Thanks for being here and we hope you enjoy the show! Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Fermented Fiction we embark on a long-awaited journey! Not only will we be discussing the latest installment in the Alien franchise, but we will also be inviting the amazing Drew Huff (@druhuf ) to roll for the Dice Gods' favor by our sides.Drew is the accomplished author of three novels and a short story collection and a rising star in the genre and we cannot wait for her to appear on air with us :). But how will Romulus fare in the eyes of our debaters? What of the eyes of the Dice Gods? You'll have to tune in to find out...You can (and should) learn about and support Drew and her work RIGHT HERE! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

This week on Fermented Fiction, we debate Evan Winters' sequel indie novel, The Fires of Vengeance, which took off and became an international fantasy sensation. We debated the first book in the series, The Rage of Dragons, last season, but this time, we have the treat of our special guest SK Ehra.As an indie author of six novels, SK knows well the tribulations, considerations, and benefits of being an independent author. Utilizing that wisdom, her experience, and her enthusiasm for Fantasy, she will square off with our resident nerd, Collin Pointon, to discuss this modern, epic fantasy sequel.You can (and should) find and support SK’s work RIGHT HERE! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks? In this next episode, we will debate the sci-fi classic District 9 with indie author extraordinaire Maquel A. Jacobs.MAJ has published over 20 books, including three epic sci-fi/fantasy sagas and several collections. Aside from an incredible amount of indie-published novels, they are also an active member of the Portland genre fiction community and an ever present voice int he PNW indie community.But what will the dice gods decide in terms of our opinions on District 9? Should this be a classic? Is it overrated? Should you try to sneak in despite the risk to see these aliens or are they better left behind that government fence? Join us to work all this out!Follow Maquel at the link below: https://www.maquelajacob.com/Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy the show! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks! On tonight's episode, we debate Amazon TV's 17x Emmy nominee, "Fallout."Our guest for this debate: Chris O'Halleran, published author of countless short stories and his upcoming novel Pushing Daisy from Lethe Press.So, should you dare to leave your vault, venture out into the wasteland with us to discover if Fallout is worth your time or if the Emmys gave 17 nominations to a steaming pile of rad-bear manure.You can follow Chris here: https://www.coauthor.ca/As always, thanks for listening and we’ll see you next time! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks! This week we have the pleasure of welcoming my friend from the Seattle area and accomplished New-Adult horror author JP Barnett. JP recently finished the last of his long-running Lorestalker series and is currently working on his next saga about demons.This week our debate topic is the recent reboot of Candyman by Jordan Peele. Does the new take on this classic horror film hold up or do we all believe it to be something of a letdown? You'll have to tune in to find out!You can follow JP at the link below: https://jpbarnett.com/As always, thanks for listening and we’ll see you next time! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks! Tonight on Fermented Fiction we debate and break down Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay with local filmmaker, Matt Rush!I've worked with Matt for years and have nothing but the utmost respect for his creative ability, work-hard mentality, and experience on all levels of the indie and commercial film industry.As a fellow love of horror and a film professional, I cannot wait to get Matt's opinions and insights on this film-centric novel by one of horror's best modern authors.You can follow Matt at the links below and keep an eye out for his latest short film, Chicken Boy. https://penguin-dogfish-bb9b.squarespace.com/lo-filmmaker-roster/matthew-rushhttps://www.instagram.com/rushm15/As always, thanks for listening and we’ll see you next time! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks! In case you missed it, we just had the honor of hosting Brianna Malotke on the Fermented Fiction Pod!We had a great time discussing Coppola's Dracula in a heated and humorous, 2-hour discussion. Brianna's mastery of both the horror and romance genres,coupled with her deep knowledge of the costume industry made her the perfect guest for this episode.Don't miss out! Go check it, and afterward, follow Brianna everywhere and buy all her s**t! She's awesome!You can follow Brianna at the links below: https://brimalotke.wixsite.com/malotkewritesAs always, thanks for listening and we’ll see you next time! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks, This episode seems unintentionally topical, given the looming inauguration of DT and the demise of so many foundational social media platforms.Rather than wallow in despair, let us raise a glass to the world's end! Together, as one! All united on the Fermented Fiction Podcast :).That's right. Our debate topic this week will be The Worlds End by Edgar Wright, starring Nick Frost and Simon Pegg. It is the final of the fabled Cornetto Ice Cream Trilogy.Equally exciting, is our guest this week. We are joined for this debate by the talented and generous Matt Buza.Matt is the indie author of over 16 novels and a contributor to several short story collections and anthologies. He is also a successful indie author (not an easy feat) and the host of the Homeschool Together Podcast.Aside from that, Matt is a founding member and major contributor to the Writers Cooperative of the Pacific Northwest, a local writing coop based out of the Everett area who are devoted to promoting and supporting local, indie authors through events, book-selling opportunities, annual anthologies, and education. The WCPNW is an amazing group and they were among the first people to take me under their wing when I began my writing journey back in 2019.Matt has always been a front-line contributor to the group and key to keeping everything functioning. He is a font of energy, a wealth of indie-publishing knowledge, and a great human being. Can't wait to have him on our show!As always, thanks for listening and we’ll see ya’ll next time! Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

If you've been in the writing game for a a while, you've probably heard of the Locus Award or Locus Magazine. You might have also read Fantasy Magazine, Clarksworld, or Nightmare...therefore, you've appreciated the spectacular, behind-the-scenes work of Arley Sorg for years!If by chance you haven't had a chance to read Locus or any of Arley's other fantastic publications, we're incredibly proud to introduce him to you.Arley will join us for our next debate on last year's incredible Kaiju/War film blockbuster Godzilla: Minus One.But does Arley agree with the multiple awards this film won and was nominated for, or does this highly acclaimed editor and story analyzer think Minus One was thoroughly overrated?The dice gods shall determine his opinion in the debate; we shall all discuss the truth.You can learn more about Arley and Locus at the links below. https://locusmag.com/https://arleysorg.com/As always, thanks for listening, See you next time! Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks! Tonight we have another great episode of Fermented Fiction for all you lovely people.Welcome to the show, Sam Rebelein, award-winning author of many short stories, including his newest collection "The Poorly Made and Other Things" and his Wonderland-winning, Stoker-nominated debut novel "Edenville."Our debate topic for this evening is Dan Simmons's Hugo Award-winning novel Hyperion. For those who haven't heard of this book, it's structurally a modern(ish), sci-fi version of The Canterbury Tales. But with so many different perspectives on one story...including the four perspectives present on our show... is this book truly worth a read? The accolades? Tune in to see what we think, then decide for yourselves ;).You can follow Sam at the link below: https://www.srebelein.com/As always, thanks for listening and we’ll see you next time :) -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up listeners?! Welcome to another episode of Fermented Fiction! This week we debate a topic we’ve been discussing for years. No need for a synopsis this time because I’m quite sure anyone listening to us has heard of The Lord of the Rings trilogy by J.R.R Tolkien…You may not have heard, however, and to your tremendous detriment, of our wonderful guest this episode. We’re confident that after listening in, you’ll be sold on the validity of his writing prowess! Welcome to the show, C.S. Humble. C.S. Humble is an American author. He lives in Houston, TX. His latest book The Massacre at Yellow Hill was published in March, 2018. It can be purchased from Black Rose Writing, Amazon, and Barnes and Noble.Humble has a huge year of releases, so if you enjoyed his wisdom and charisma on the show today, be sure to follow him in all the places so you don’t miss his SIX BOOKS RELEASING THIS YEAR! In quarter 2 of 2025, his original trilogy That Light Sublime is being re-released through Shortwave Publishing, and in Q3 his second trilogy The Peregrine Estate will also hit the shelves. Together those two trilogies form one massive saga: Amid the Vastness of All Else. Again, follow C.S. Humble RIGHT HERE and make sure to read and review all his s**t, cause he’s awesome! Seth, thank you so much for coming on the show! We hope to have you back sometime :). As always, thanks for listening and we will see you all next week! -Fermented Fiction Crew This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe

What up Fermented Folks?! This week, we have the pleasure of hosting Jeff C. Carter, author, and host of the We Bleed Orange Black Podcast. Jeff’s work has been published in dozens of anthologies and his Christmas-themed short story collection, We Bleed Red and Green was nominated for the 10 ten horror books of 2020. You can learn more about Jeff, read his work, and listen to his excellent podcast RIGHT HERE! And as mentioned on the show, I was even a co-host with Jeff for Episode 97 of his show with guest YA Horror author, Alyssa Alessi. It was a ton of fun and I’d love to know what ya’ll think of it! You can listen to that particular episode RIGHT HERE :). As for this week’s topic, Robert Eggers Nosferatu is by far our most topical discussion piece of all time, seeing as it came out just a week ago. That said, our takes are nearly guaranteed to be hot. As to who will argue for and against the film, that shall be determined by the dice gods, as ever. Thanks for tuning in and we hope you enjoy the show! Yours, The Fermented Fiction Crew. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit fermentedfiction.substack.com/subscribe