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Discover The Terror

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 Welcome… to Discover the Terror! Your ghoulish host, Maximilian Schmidt and Zombaby co-host, Herbert, will lead you hand-in-hand through the dark corridors of hell, exploring some of horror’s most intriguing voices, both rising talents and established icons. But horror isn’t just fiction. It’s real. In addition to artists and filmmakers, Maximilian speaks with individuals immersed in the worlds of the supernatural, the paranormal, and the uncanny. Psychics, explorers, survivors… anyone with a story soaked in terror is welcome in Maximilian’s chair. This show exists to unpack and digest the subjects we’re too afraid to face. To ask: Why is humankind so obsessed with horror, and yet so repelled by it? Horror is the most universal genre. And fear is the most universal feeling. These are two abstract, unending forces that Maximilian and his guests dive into, headfirst, in every episode. With Discover the Terror, the unknown becomes known… or at least, a little less unknowable. Maximilian Schmidt is a devoted student of horror, a writer and director unafraid to confront the most complex, unsettling aspects of human nature and the physical body. His mission: to tell and uncover honest stories that focus on outsiders, “freaks,” and the beautifully dark corners of humanity. Art Sciences sociales
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    • The Weight of Terror: VHS, Video Stores, and Horror Memory w/ CJ Duke

      The Weight of Terror: VHS, Video Stores, and Horror Memory w/ CJ Duke
      Jan 23 2026
      Welcome back to Discover the Terror, hosted by Max Moenschmidt and Herbert, your ghoulish guide for the evening. In this episode, we sit down with CJ Duke — writer, visual artist, VHS box-art creator, and emerging filmmaker — for a deep dive into the strange alchemy of nostalgia, fear, and physical media. CJ traces his love of horror back to two formative childhood moments: accidentally witnessing a traumatizing scene from The Gate, and wandering through a foreboding rural Louisiana video store that felt more like a bomb shelter than a place of entertainment. There, a mysterious VHS box — The Jar — ignited a lifelong fascination with horror imagery, unanswered questions, and the power of suggestion. From there, the conversation unfolds into a rich exploration of: The lost magic of video stores and VHS box art Horror as intrigue rather than pure fear Why some films belong on VHS and lose something in HD or 4K The resurgence of physical media in a streaming-dominated world “Moon logic,” puzzles, and the forgotten art of point-and-click horror games FMV classics like Night Trap, The 7th Guest, and Shivers The cultural legacy of the video nasties era Being “the weird kid,” finding community through horror, and turning fear into creation CJ also discusses his work as a writer and artist, including his Video Nasties scripts, his love of thrift-store media ephemera, and how creating faux VHS box art unexpectedly became the centerpiece of his artistic career — leading to gallery shows, museum features, and deep roots in the horror community. The episode closes with an exciting look ahead to CJ’s upcoming debut feature, Witchcraft, a project blending horror, magic, and retro point-and-click video game aesthetics — and a heartfelt reminder to aspiring artists: stay open, follow what speaks to you, and let curiosity lead the way. A must-listen for fans of horror history, physical media, outsider art, and anyone who’s ever judged a movie by its box.
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      40 min
    • Michael J. Epstein & Sofia Casiola: Horror, DIY, Distribution

      Michael J. Epstein & Sofia Casiola: Horror, DIY, Distribution
      Jan 10 2026
      Discover the Terror host Maximilian Schmidt (and Herbert, your ghoulish co-host) welcomes indie horror power duo Michael J. Epstein and Sofia Casiola of Launchover Productions — filmmakers known for bold, DIY genre work and offbeat horror storytelling. In this episode, Michael and Sofia share how they went from Boston’s music scene to building a cult indie filmography through micro-budget features, music videos, and festival runs. We dive into the making of Blood of the Tribbids, the challenge of modernizing exploitation horror, why horror is inherently political, and what it takes to survive independent film distribution without losing your rights. They also break down the origin story of the mockumentary/slasher double feature The Once and Future Smash and End Zone 2, built from real horror convention culture — plus their new found-footage projects including Final Transmissions and an experimental feature shot using the eerie lo-fi Fisher-Price PXL 2000 camera. If you’re into indie horror, DIY filmmaking, found footage, horror comedy, festival strategy, and the real behind-the-scenes of getting films made and released, this episode is for you.
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      51 min
    • Inside the Mind of a Horror Writer: Hailey Hudson on Fear, Childhood & Creativity

      Inside the Mind of a Horror Writer: Hailey Hudson on Fear, Childhood & Creativity
      Dec 12 2025
      Award-winning horror writer Hailey Hudson joins Maximilian Schmidt and Herbert to explore childhood fear, imagination, creative courage, and why horror is one of the last communal rituals we share. From Spirited Away nightmares to cannibalism lore, Creepypasta origins, and the psychology of terror, Haley reveals how fear shapes storytelling — and why reclaiming your inner child is the key to great art. We explore:• The first moment she ever felt fear• Why kids experience terror so intensely• How imagination becomes a survival tool• Rediscovering creativity through acting and creature work• Writing horror scripts like Everything Eater and Call of the Cougar• Creepypasta, found footage, cannibalism lore, and the internet’s impact on horror• Why you don’t need anyone to greenlight your creativity If you love horror, psychology, storytelling, or the weirdness of the human condition — this is your episode. 04:10 The First Time She Truly Felt Fear 10:20 Stuck in the In-Between: Fear, Silence & Not Asking for Help14:30 Childhood as Cosmic Horror19:45 Courage the Cowardly Dog, Closets & Hellmouths24:30 Are We More Afraid as Kids or Adults?30:10 Goosebumps, Spirited Away & Early Horror Imprints36:00 Why Horror Grabs Us for Life42:30 Reawakening the Inner Child: Acting, Creatures & Play49:00 Everything Eater: Domestic Horror & Trapped Relationships55:30 Call of the Cougar: Cannibalism, Hubris & Frontier Terror1:02:30 Religion, Algorithms & the Internet as New God1:09:30 Creepypasta, Let’s Plays & Horror as Community1:16:30 Fear as Play & Why We Love Being Scared Together1:21:30 You Don’t Need a Greenlight: Haley’s Advice to Creators
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      51 min
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