Mortician and special makeup effects artist Anthony Saldivar shares his incredible journey from combat zones to the mortuary table. In this raw conversation, he opens up about surviving being shot twice in Afghanistan, the epiphany that led him to makeup effects, and how losing his beloved dogs changed the course of his life.______________________________Check out Spooky Gin! @anthonysaldivarsfxmuahttps://anthonysaldivarsfxmua.comGo check out Warming Trends, the company that built the amazing fire centerpiece on our set! https://www.warming-trends.comProduced by Q6 Mediahttps://q6.media______________________________This episode dives deep into the realities of death, both in war and in the funeral home. Anthony explains the embalming process in fascinating detail, shares haunting experiences from Iraq and Afghanistan, and discusses meeting President Obama after receiving a Purple Heart. He also opens up about his battle with alcoholism and how sobriety transformed his life.Beyond the mortuary science, Anthony reveals the spiritual side of working with the deceased, including unexplained phenomena he's witnessed. He also breaks down his involvement in mass casualty exercises, where his makeup skills create hyper-realistic training scenarios for first responders. Whether discussing postmortem reconstructive surgery or ranking his top 5 horror films, Anthony brings a unique perspective on life, death, and everything in between.______________________________00:00 - Introducing Anthony Saldivar01:55 - Finding a love for special effects makeup05:16 - What it takes to be a mortician07:31 - What embalming is10:22 - The restorative embalming process13:10 - Receiving a body16:10 - How to embalm a body18:53 - Being a shepherd for the dead24:09 - Botched embalmings25:49 - Spirits in the morgue32:17 - Joining the army35:15 - Getting bombed by mortars40:03 - How war changes you43:37 - IEDs46:47 - Anthony getting shot53:41 - Getting awarded the Purple Heart by Obama55:58 - Using special effects to help people59:56 - Halloween 19781:00:40 - The Thing1:01:06 - The Fog1:01:39 - Hellraiser1:02:13 - The loss of a pet1:10:51 - Fearing death

The HORRORble Podcast returns to haunted Galveston with Spooky Gin for Part 2, diving deeper into the island's dark history, vampire encounters, and supernatural phenomena. Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker explores Gin's viral TikTok fame, disturbing paranormal experiences, and why Galveston's tragic past makes it a hotspot for the undead.

In this episode, Spooky Gin reveals the grim aftermath of Galveston's devastating storm, where bodies were burned on funeral pyres causing human ash to rain down on survivors. She shares her unsettling vampire encounter in New Orleans that left her with missing time and memory gaps, explains why she avoids giving tours during Mardi Gras due to increased vampire activity, and details her frightening experiences with mirror magic and haunted objects.

The conversation takes fascinating turns through discussions of vampire lore (are they the same as serial killers?), the dangers of Ouija boards, and a cursed t-shirt from Zak Bagans' museum that brought misfortune to everyone who touched it. Gin also shares the tragic story of Elizabeth Percival and the mysterious tale of pirate Jean Lafitte, who some believe still roams between New Orleans and Galveston as a vampire.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:27 - Reintroducing Spooky Gin and her background

00:01:57 - Why Galveston is a magnet for paranormal activity

00:02:52 - The haunted 1895 Hutchings-Sealy Building

00:04:09 - The heroic unnamed woman of the 1900 storm

00:07:43 - How Galveston disposed of thousands of bodies after the storm

00:11:10 - Current burial practices in Galveston's layered cemeteries

00:13:44 - The tragic story of Elizabeth Percival and her cursed headstone

00:15:58 - Gin's viral TikTok about vampire encounters

00:17:59 - Why Gin avoids tours during Mardi Gras season

00:20:41 - A disturbing vampire encounter in New Orleans

00:28:05 - The dangerous energy shift during Galveston's Mardi Gras

00:32:37 - Why vampires thrive in port towns

00:34:05 - Why vampires reveal themselves to certain people

00:36:05 - Gin's fear of mirrors and experiences with mirror magic

00:41:26 - How to protect yourself from entities in mirrors

00:44:42 - The truth behind vampires and silver-backed mirrors

00:46:12 - The grim reality of vampirism vs. romantic portrayals

00:51:12 - Comparing vampire rituals and religious symbolism

00:52:00 - Ritualistic practices and animal sacrifices in Galveston

00:55:11 - Legends of vampire mermaids and sea monsters

00:58:23 - The mysterious fate of pirate Jean Lafitte

01:06:48 - Askia's experience with Gin's tarot card reading

01:07:57 - The dangers of Ouija boards in the wrong hands

01:11:51 - Gin's recurring encounters with a negative entity named General Steve

01:14:10 - Why tarot cards are safer than spirit boxes

01:15:57 - Galveston's warning about respecting Mother Nature

01:17:20 - Gin's experience with a haunted t-shirt from Zak Bagans

01:25:31 - Supporting local ghost tours and preserving alternative history

#HORRORblePodcast #GalvestonGhosts #VampireEncounters #Paranormal #HauntedHistory #GhostStories #SpookyGin #1900Storm #HauntedMirrors #OuijaBoards

Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker sits down with Wensday the Vampire who reveals her shocking childhood in a cult, paranormal encounters, and experiences from living in a haunted house. From manifestation magic to selling jars of spit for $300, this episode gets weird in all the right ways.

Wensday takes us through her extraordinary life journey - from growing up in Malachi Z York's cult where she was taught aliens would rescue them from apocalypse, to her work with hoodoo magic and manifestation. She shares terrifying stories about living in a haunted house, and reveals why she's deathly afraid of clowns. The conversation moves between hilarious anecdotes and profound reflections on finding authenticity after escaping cult programming.

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00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:31 - Background and Stage Name Origin

00:03:40 - Vampire Hypotheticals and Immortality Perks

00:06:22 - Growing Up in Malachi Z York's Cult

00:12:50 - Strict Cult Practices and Restrictions

00:17:19 - Leaving the Cult and Unlearning Beliefs

00:31:16 - Hoodoo Practices and Creating Magical Jars

00:39:16 - Views on Negative Magic

00:44:57 - Paranormal Experiences in a Haunted House

00:51:04 - Fear of Clowns and Horror Movie Preferences

01:01:09 - Message of Self-Acceptance

#HorriblePodcast #CultSurvivor #Hoodoo #ParanormalExperiences #WensdayTheVampire #HauntedHouse #MalachiZYork #HorrorStories #WithcraftAndMagic #TrueScaryStories

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Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker sits down with Celeste who shares her shocking journey of accidentally joining a vampire cult at age 16. From Anne Rice obsession to drinking human blood, this raw conversation exposes the manipulation tactics of online predators and the blurred lines between fiction and reality.

In this riveting episode, Celeste details her teenage fascination with vampire literature that led her down a dark path into an online cult run by middle-aged manipulators posing as Anne Rice's fictional characters. She recounts traveling to New Orleans for vampire meetups, being convinced she was transforming into a vampire during a bout with mononucleosis, and the psychological manipulation she endured.

The conversation takes unexpected turns as Celeste reveals her experiences with drinking human blood, her paranormal encounters that may or may not be explained by sleep paralysis, and how she eventually escaped their operation. Years later, when her TikTok about the experience went viral, former cult members emerged from the shadows, including threatening messages from the cult's leader.

This episode isn't just about vampires—it's about vulnerability, manipulation, forgiveness, and finding hope in dark places. Celeste's story serves as a cautionary tale about online predators and the search for belonging, while offering insights on self-discovery and resilience.

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Check out Celeste! @CelesteMott and stay tuned for part 2 releasing next week, where we dive into her experience in a vampire cult...

In this episode of the Horrorble Podcast, Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker sits down with Celeste Mott, a professional witch from New Orleans, who reveals her journey from curious teen to six-figure spellcaster. Celeste shares the real dangers of witchcraft, how curses actually work, and a disturbing story about sacrificing cats that will make your skin crawl.

Celeste takes us through her supernatural evolution - from casting her first spell at 13 (with unexpected consequences) to performing dangerous angel magic as a teenager. She discusses the fine line between demons and angels, the energy cost of hexing enemies, and why you should never jump from "basil in your yard to angels" without proper training.

Celeste doesn't hold back, admitting she curses people for money (after proper vetting), keeps freeze-dried toads and dead snakes in her freezer, and believes someone may have sacrificed her cats. Her no-nonsense approach to traditional witchcraft offers a rare glimpse into the authentic occult world far removed from the "cutesy" witchcraft you might see on social media.

Whether you're a skeptic or believer, this episode delivers an unfiltered look at manifestation, spirit communication, and the very real consequences of meddling with forces beyond your understanding.

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Skye Dahl and her husband John join Askia to explore haunted locations, paranormal experiences, and the darker side of spirituality. From childhood encounters with shadow figures to being physically attacked by unseen forces, Sky shares her most terrifying experiences and how her Mormon background shapes her understanding of the supernatural.

In this spine-chilling episode, Sky reveals how her early exposure to horror films (starting at age 5!) influenced her passion for exploring haunted locations. She discusses the conflict between her LDS Mormon upbringing and paranormal investigation, and how organized religion approaches ghosts and encounters.

Sky also shares her journey building a community of "creepy cuties" on TikTok, inviting followers on ghost hunts, and establishing safety protocols for paranormal investigations. The conversation takes a darker turn when discussing real-life horrors, including Skye's strong opinions on media portrayals of serial killers like Ed Gein.

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The Lizardman reveals his 25-year body modification journey, from first tattoo to forehead implants and a split tongue. Askia dives into Erik's transformation from philosophy student to professional freak, exploring the painful procedures, public reactions, and why he chose to become a reptilian symbol.This episode explores the fascinating world of extreme body modification through the eyes of Erik "The Lizardman" Sprague, whose journey began with a simple black shoulder tattoo and evolved into a complete reptilian transformation. From using student loan money to fund his initial modifications to pioneering tongue-splitting procedures in the 1990s, Erik shares the physical pain, cultural significance, and personal liberation behind his choices.The conversation ranges from the philosophical aspects of challenging human appearance to practical considerations like pain management during 700 hours of tattooing. Erik also discusses his career as a performance artist, his Guinness World Record for ear lifting, and the ethical responsibilities of being an advocate for body modification in a changing society.Despite numerous near-death experiences, including electrocution during a basketball game performance, Erik remains passionate about his choices and leaves listeners with powerful advice: "Don't quit."Follow THE LIZARDMAN on Instagram: @thelizardman23Produced by Q6 Mediahttps://q6.media

Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker sits down with Marisol, a medium, paranormal investigator, and retro collector from South Florida who guides haunted tours. They explore the world of trance mediumship, paranormal connections, and Marisol's most terrifying experiences including a disturbing encounter during a tour and an unsettling sleep paralysis episode in Scotland.

In this spine-chilling conversation, Marisol challenges the notion that mediumship is a gift, arguing instead that it's an innate ability everyone possesses but society conditions us to suppress. She shares her journey growing up in a family with a lineage of mediums and how she developed her skills in trance mediumship—a trance-like state where spirits communicate through her.

The episode takes a darker turn as Marisol recounts a particularly disturbing tour experience involving a woman with a dangerous spiritual attachment and delves into her personal fears of heights and aliens. Between serious discussions, Askia and Marisol lighten the mood with a game of "Horrorble Would You Rather," revealing the twisted choices one might make when faced with horrifying scenarios.

Marisol also discusses her work with Haunted ATX, her passion for collecting retro horror memorabilia, and her favorite psychological horror films. The conversation concludes with her heartfelt mission to humanize spirits and tell their stories through her work.

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