The Beautiful Dead: Recent Episodes
Lena Nazarei
Looking for a podcast you can sink your teeth into? The Beautiful Dead is about all things vampire. Lena Nazarei, author of Bite Shift, discusses vampires throughout history, lore, television, movies and literature.
The next one to be cleaned out of Lena's watchlist is a horror-comedy with Matt Rife himself. While he may be hated by some, Lena's mission to watch and review every vampire movie ever made insists that we watch them all. So, what did she think of this one?
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Stake This. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Find Lena's tarot reader at ArtemisMoonTarot - Etsy
Lena continues her June mission of cleaning up her watchlist with the New Zealand vampire entry of Perfect Creature. If you have PTSD from being in a pandemic..... don't watch this one.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Coffin Nightcap. Find it at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Lena's tarot reader can be found at ArtemisMoonTarot - Etsy
June's theme is "Cleaning Up My Watchlist" and Lena started with a bad movie that would have been a great p**n
Lena ends her Dracula month strong with this offering from the BBC and Netflix. What did you think of this version?
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Sunrise Sinsation. Check them out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Lena reviews Jonathan Rhys Meyer's version of the greatest vampire of all time and tells you the part the actor played in her own vampire books. Tonight's Vampyre Tea is London after Midnight. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Fresh from the first showing, Lena reviews 2024's first big vampire release! Just a little extra episode to sink your teeth into.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Moonlight and Serenade. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
It's the second Dracula of our "All Dracula April". This one is Frank Langella's interpretation of the infamous Count and let's just say..... Lena was surprised.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Brides of the Damned. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Lena is giddy with excitement to review the first vampire movie she ever watched. Bela's still got it!
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Bela Lugosi's Ashes. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Jason Mewes as a paramedic who meets a hot vamp --- just saying, this is not my best review. If you skip this one.... I completely understand.
There is nothing.... and I mean nothing.... quite like this week's movie.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Bride of the Damned. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Filmed not far from Lena, watching this gem was like stepping back in time to 1970s Pittsburgh.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Moonlight & Serenade. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
The video was unusable so this is the only version of Lena's thoughts about the Johnny Depp version of Barnabas Collins! Did you ever watch the old show??
Let's talk about my tarot for March and take a trip down nostalgia lane with this Disney vampire movie for the family.
Lena reviews a film that is on so many of the "must watch" vampire movie lists... but is left confused and disappointed. Do you agree?
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Moonlight and Serenade. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Video version of episode available on YouTube
The podcast is BACK with a new mic. Thank you for being patient!
In honor of Valentine's Day, Lena reviews Dracula in Love, the first movie to make her regret having to watch vampire movies to review for this channel......
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is GuilTea Pleasures. Check them out at www.vampyreteacompany.comVideo version available on YouTube
A brief explanation of some issues and what Jan/Feb of 2024 have in store for the podcast. Find me on YouTube until I can return to audio only! Love- Lena
Lena ends the 3rd season and 2023 by discussing the basics of a psi vampires. Features an interview with screenwriter Wes Fisher about his screenplay the Order of the Ka. Plus, hints about the 2024 season!
Vampyre Tea is Stake This. Find it at www.vampyreteacompany.com
The Order of the Ka can be found at The Order of the Ka: Fisher, Wes: 9798868208546: Amazon.com: Books
Articles mentioned:
Sexual vampires: Myths and motivations (researchgate.net)Atlanta Vampire Alliance [AVA]Self-Described Vampires Come Out of the Dark to See 'Twilight' - washingtonpost.com
The pressure is on as Lena reviews this much-beloved classic for all vampire fans. Do you agree with her thoughts?
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Bela Lugosi's Ashes. Check it out at VampyreTeaCompany
Lena made a promise to an actor at a con and is keeping it with this episode! Plus, tarot for December and it's the first episode in the new vamp lair!
Lena is more than thrilled to be finally enjoying a vampire movie with Justin Long! She reviews this 2022 horror comedy with vampires that have learned how to bring sexy to their scary.
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Brides of the Damned. Check it out at VampyreTeaCompany
Lena reviews this Irish vampire movie based on a real legend. Do you know about Abhartach? Get ready to meet him!Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Moonlight & Serenade. Check it out at VampyreTeaCompany
It's time for a little nostalgia as we travel back to Toronto in the 90s with Nick Knight - vampire cop. What did you think of season 3?!
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is NosferaTea. Check it out at VampyreTeaCompany
It's November so we're back to our usual episodes and starting this month off with the latest entry in the Dracula universe. Plus, Lena pulls her tarot for the month. Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Bela Lugosi's Ashes. Check it out at https://www.vampyreteacompany.com/
The first hour of the Bite Shift audiobook is here and free!!! It's Lena's Halloween gift to you. Let us know what you think!!!
Lena guides you through the deepest layer of the vampire iceberg in the culmination of this four-part series for spooky season. These are real vampires - some we've talked about before and some we haven't. Who is your favorite?
Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Bela Lugosi's ashes. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Find Chris Miskis' haunting soundtrack at Like Moonlight Through Leaves (Music Inspired by the Novel) | Chris Miskis (bandcamp.com)
It's levels 5 and 6 of the Vampire Iceberg as we continue our countdown to Halloween. These levels are real vampire events and crazy news stories. Vampyre Tea this evening is Brides of the Damned. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Music by Chris Miskis can be found at https://chrismiskis.bandcamp.com/album/like-moonlight-through-leaves-music-inspired-by-the-novel
Article mentioned in layer 5 is https://forward.com/culture/503182/dracula-bram-stoker-antisemitic-jewish-125th-anniversary-transylvania-vampire/
We're under water with layers three and four! Lena reviews vampire poems, stories, movies and vampires from all over the world!
Check out Vampyre Tea at www.vampyreteacompany.com
Music under the podcast is at Like Moonlight Through Leaves (Music Inspired by the Novel) | Chris Miskis (bandcamp.com)
Happy October!! Using the Vampire Iceberg as a guide, Lena breaks down and explains each item on layers one and two. Is there anything in these surface layers you didn't know about?
Sip your Hurricanes or blood bags and settle down for the last episode of September. Lena travels to NOLA to share some vampire history and gossip in the Big Easy.
This one is for the mortal listeners! Lena travels the globe and gives you ways to protect yourself from the vampires in many countries!
Lena welcomes spooky season with the first of her real vampire topics. She talks about music inspired by, written for or created by vampires. Check out the accompanying playlist on Spotify!
Lena reviews this niche horror from the 80s, complete with vampire strippers....again. It's the last episode of July and our "Vampire Comedies" theme. Lena's pulls her tarot for August and tells you what to expect after her break. Tonight's Vampyre Tea is Attack of the Killer Peach. Check it out at www.vampyreteacompany.com Join Lena's Fanged Family at www.lenanazarei.com Subscribe to get updates on the September and October episodes!
There's humans, vampire and zombies. Then, there's aliens. Then, werewolves..... I can't make this up!
Lena returns to LA to review the iconic movie that brought us an amazing show. Do you agree with her thoughts... or now hate her completely?
Alicia Silverstone, Wallace Shawn, Sigourney Weaver... to name a few. Heck, yes Lena is going to watch and review this one!
Sweet 80s saxophone, a lonely vampire and a troubled exotic dancer come together in one tumultuous night.... what's not to love?!
This one was so obscure that Lena didn't know about it til now! And, boy is she glad she does. The amazing Bruce Campbell in a vampire movie from the 90s.... yes, please!!!!
We continue our June theme and talk about an obscure but original offering to vampire cinema. Yes, this is a werewolf franchise. You'll just have to trust Lena.
It's new month and we have a theme : Obscure Movies that Most People Don't Know About. Let's kick it off right with To Die For and its sequel. Plus, Lena pulls the tarot for June
Happy Memorial Day! Lena reviews another one of the "Vampire Movies You Must See" that shows up on many lists. It is than what she usually covers. Do you agree with her thoughts??
Do you love Stephen King? Do you love vampires? Do you love the 90s? Well then, this movie review is for you! Lena found it on DVD and couldn't be happier to revisit this movie that she rented at Blockbuster more than once.
So sorry for the late upload! I thought this one was set to auto-drop. Anywho..... talking about this family friend vampire film based on a series of YA novels to celebrate Mother's Day! xoxoxo- Lena
Another one that Lena has been told 100 times to watch. Well, she finally did and she's here to talk all about it! Tell her your thoughts!!!!!
It's on every list of "Vampire Movies You Must See." The writer/director is now famous for his work. Join Lena as she reviews the movie that makes us all look at nose bleeds differently.
It took weeks to track this down, but it was worth it!!! Join Lena as she reviews the movie where a vampire is playing a vampire in a movie that was really made while he talks about reading a vampire novel that also exsists.....
Lena stayed up after a late showing of the new movie to bring you a review! Have you seen it? Do you agree??
It shows up on so many "Vampire Movies You Must Watch" lists and is well-known by true crime fans. We're talking - of course - of Fearless Vampire Killers. Join Lena as she breaks it down and discusses this classic.
There are a few creative pieces out there that shaped the vampire that Lena is today. This is one of those pieces. Did you watch it when it was out - sit in front of the TV every week to catch a glimpse of Julian?
No idea how I found this one but .... wish I hadn't. Time to review the worst vampire film that Corey Feldman has ever been in and yes- this includes the Lost Boy's sequels.
As Lena excitedly awaits Renfield, she reviews another Nic Cage vampire film. I'm sure you've seen clips from this one. What are your thoughts? Do you agree with Lena's assessment?
For St. Paddy's Lena reviews the Irish vampire film Byzantium.
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It's rare that Lena hands out a big, fat zero for one of her ratings scores but this movie gets one. Do you think it's for scariness or for sexiness?? And- the third book underwent a big change!
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It was a 1990 straight to video flick that felt more like a fever dream than fantasy. Lena covers Pale Blood in this episode. Plus, updates on the 3rd book and we pull the March tarot!!!
Do you think Eddie Murphy ever talks about this one? Lena reviews the Wes Craven movie but don't worry "the best IMDB review titles" are back and do not disappoint!
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This is a niche one... if you know it, Lena's impressed. Listen to understand why she believes this one falls into the category of vampire movie. Do you agree?
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Lena can only dream that Pedro is her valentine but dream she will. While she's waiting for him to fall in love with her... she will review his vampire horror-comedy Bloodsucking Bastards. This movie is for anyone who loves vampires or Pedro, has worked in an office, for corporate or been in management. Happy Bloody Valentine's!
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Lena celebrates Valentine's Day with you by sharing what it really means to fall in love with the undead. Join her as she explains the possible outcomes. Plus, February's tarot!
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This one is divisive. Vampire fans either love it or hate it! What's your opinion and what do you think Lena will say about it?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Recorded on 1/22/23- Julian Sands has been missing 9 days. Lena reviews his 1992 film Tale of a Vampire and talks about the impact he had on her as a young adult.
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Been waiting awhile to watch this Twilight spoof..... how do you think Lena feels about this one?
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Lena lets you know what you can look forward to in 2023. Will it be the year of the vampire or will another sup group take over?!
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Join Lena on her paranormal investigation at the incredible Cresson - plus, some ghost hunting 101 and a PSA. Happy New Year!!
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Lena takes on Sunnydale and talks about the TV show that shaped her early adulthood. There are tears, laughter, trivia and lots of nostalgia. Come join Lena and the Scooby gang as she wraps up Season 2!
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Lena watched the finale and then rewatched the whole season to bring you her thoughts. Do you agree? What do you hope Season 2 brings?
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She's been alluding to it and now Lena is ready to talk about it - Dracula 2000.
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We're back with movie reviews! This week, Lena reviews the Spanish horror-comedy Hollyblood. Plus, she talks about her November tarot card!!
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Both good news and bad in this one. And, we get to hear some of Lestat's back story!
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It's Halloween eve and the end of the October episodes. Lena lays out and evaluates the evidence to bring you, her conclusion. Are vampires real? Do you agree with her assessment and decision?
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Lena quickly reviews this week's (and so far, her favorite) episode of AMC's Interview with the Vampire. Do you agree?? Oh - yeah - and find this podcast on TIKTOK!
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Lena continues spooky season by reviewing the most notable portrayals of our favorite Transylvanian count. Do you agree with her top 5 versions of Dracula? Plus, she announces when season 2 will end and when you can expect season 3.
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It's just before dawn so this is a quick episode. Lena is unscripted and talking about her thoughts on Claudia! I mean, adding a baby fixes a marriage, right?!
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No - it's not about Bella Swan. This spooky season episode is all about Bela Lugosi - THE Count Dracula. Lena introduces you to the man, the monster, the actor and the father. With quotes from his son, Lena hopes she honored this incredible horror icon. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
A spooky season gift to you from Lena - a bonus episode. She reviews the first three episodes of AMC's re-imagining of the Anne Rice, blood-soaked universe we'd all love to sink our fangs into. Lena is very picky. So, what does she think of Jacob & Sam's interpretation of Louis & Lestat? Is it worth a mortal's limited time on Earth? Listen to find out!
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The Real Vampires of October episodes continue with a look at true crime cases with bloodsuckers at the center. Lena gives a TRIGGER WARNING. This one is brutal and not everyone will want to listen. Happy Spooky Season!
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Let's welcome spooky season and October's real vampire episodes by meeting the Real Housewives of Eden. Lena introduces you to the Dark Goddess Lilith and her replacement Eve, while exploring their connections to vampires. Plus- it's time for Lena's October tarot reading and an update on September
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It's another Netflix original vampire movie. Will this one mean redemption for the streaming service or be another undead let-down? Listen to find out! Plus, find out why it is a special week for Lena.
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It's a first on this podcast - profanity warning! That's right .. this movie made Lena curse on mic. Do you agree with her thoughts?
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Lena reviews an old classic in a perfect setting plus kitten shenanigans.
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Lena reviews the (still in theaters) gothic vampire romance The Invitation. Listen to hear her thoughts about sexy Walter and what she would do if offered his proposal.
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Lena reviews the 2019 female-empowerment vampire film that has zero bite.
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Lena reviews the only version of the Dracula legend that involved "icky egg sacks." You interested?!
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Lena reviews the Trans-Allegheny Lunatic Asylum and her 8-hour ghost hunt within those walls. She shares history, stores, audio clips from the night and her thoughts. Listen to experience what a ghost hunt with her is really like and see if you can make out what the dis-embodied voice is saying. Make sure you contact her if you hear something she didn't!!
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Every once in a while, someone tells Lena about a vampire movie she hadn't heard of.... this is one of those movies! Listen to find out if she is gld, she missed out on this one until now or wishes she'd seen it sooner.
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Lena reviews the 2009 horror-comedy Suck and hopes to find more movies where vampires break out into song. Plus, updates on her tarot reading - what happened in July and what does August hold for her?
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Lena's has recorded her first RE-DO when she recognizes that she did not do this show justice in the first round. Enjoy a synopsis of all 15 seasons, TONS of vampiric cross-overs and her thoughts on one of the most successful shows in television history. SPOLIER ALERT!!!
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Lena reviews the way vampires effected the Civil War and American history. Plus- in, a new segment- Lena shares her Tarot reading for July.
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Lena reviews this amazing 80s gem with the great Jim Carrey. It may be the only movie mentions a vampire gerbil!
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Lena reviews the MOST requested show at her latest con appearance. This Netflix show has it all - vamps, other monsters, star-crossed lovers, snakes, politics and so much more..... don't miss it! PLUS - new "best IMBD review title" music!!!
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Lena reviews the Swedish film that is on every "Must See Before You Die" vampire movie list there is. Plus, she voices her opinions on the American remake. Do you agree?
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Let's return to the MCU as Lena reviews Blade, Blade II and Blade Trinity. How does Dracula play into all of this?? Listen to find out!
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Lena takes a look at what happens when fake science plus Marvel money goes horribly wrong. At least she gets to read some amazing IMDN review titles!
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Lena reviews this 2020 horror-comedy. Did you find any vampiric references that she missed? Plus, updates on conventions and more!
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Lena reviews the Netflix original Night Teeth and cannot hide her complete disappointment. Plus, a new appearance announcement!!!
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Now officially Dr. Lena, she discusses one of her favorite vampires (and inspiration for Sorin) Jean-Claude. Plus, the way Anita Blake helped her find her own "F&*@ you" attitude in life. After breaking down the vampiric world of St. Louis, Lena talks about the BIG changes in her life and what the next chapter holds for her.
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Lena answers the questions she's gotten the most in person, through social media and via email about Bite Shift. She'll talk about how she came up with the story, who her characters are based on, how to get published and how she pieced together Sorin to brought fantasy to life. Did she answer your question?
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Lena reviews the movies Interview with the Vampire and Queen of the Damned. She reflects on the movies, sexual fluidity and eroticism, compares the two Lestats, talks about how Anne Rice changed vampires forever and how she inspired future works. RIP to Anne Rice & Aaliyah. Do you agree with Lena's thoughts?
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Lena is back with a new microphone and a strong opinion about this show. Join her as she gives you updates, tells you all about the DeClairmonts and does something that she's never done before on this podcast. DO you agree??
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Lena is back and reviewing the first Netflix original horror series - Hemlock Grove. We learn about Upirs and find out what's new in Lena's life! Hope you are staying warm wherever you are.
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Lena discusses this 2013 film. A few questions arise like what was the "yak hair" budget, why does that vamp look so old and what kind of historical gossip did we not get to hear? Join her as she tries to slow down and move at a rock-star-Druid-goddess-vampire pace.
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Eternal love is in the air when Lena celebrates Valentine's Day in her special way by ranking the top 10 vampire couples of TV and movies. Some honorable mentions for those who didn't make the list. Do you agree with her picks?
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Lena reviews the first half of American Horror Story's latest season. Are they vampires? Are they just the next evolution of human? Who knows but Lena's real question for all of you is.... would you take that pill???
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Lena returns to the world of What We Do in the Shadows to follow Nandor, Naja, Laszlo, Colin Robinson and Guillermo for the three seasons it has been on. How many references to other vampire works did you catch in this hilarious show??
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Lena reviews the Korean vampire film Thirst and breaks down what she thinks the filmmaker was trying to say, while trying to decide who was the most unlikeable. Do you agree with her take?
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We're back to the classic review as Lena looks at the 2005 box office bomb, Bloodrayne. She talks about the dumbest vampire weakness she's ever seen, cool vampire actor cross-overs, why she would have signed up for this even with a terrible script and adds a new segment all about her thoughts. Do you agree with her review?
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Lena opens 2022 by reviewing the reasons we know vampires are coming out of the coffin and into the spotlight, while looking ahead at what's to come for all vampire lovers. Will your favorite show have a reboot? Special guests Jeremy & Logan choose their favorite bloodsuckers, decide if they'd like to be turned and give Lena their opinions of her book. Plus, all three discuss the coming sequel - due May 2022!
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Lena reviews the show that inspired her book and this very podcast. She's been saving this for the perfect time and she felt that wrapping up Season 1 with this one is perfect! Do you agree with her sexiness/allure rating for the vampires of True Blood???
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Lena compares the incomparable Stephen King novel to the 1979 miniseries while pretending the 2004 one with Rob Lowe doesn't exist. Listen to enjoy an unfocused rambling about vampire babies, Barlow vs Marlow and the unwavering power of faith that wavers at the worst of times!
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HOLY S&*%! Curse word and spoiler alerts! Lena was so excited to cover this one since she had NO IDEA she was watching what she was watching!!!! Plus- big shout out to anyone struggling this holiday season. A few words from your host as she gets VERY REAL about mental health.
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In this episode, Lena talks to a special guest about the 1987 vampire/western/nomad film that stars a bunch a people from ALIEN and has crazy back stories. Listen to hear some teasers about future episodes and know that if you reach out to Lena with recommendations you may just get invited onto the podcast!!!!!!
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Watch out, Sam & Dean - It is the episode Lena has been so excited to do!!! She discusses the vampires of the show Supernatural... and wonders how she can get her hands on all the cool weapons the British Men of Letters have! All she can say is "Carry On..."
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Happy Halloween my fanged friends! Lena takes advantage of this special day to review all the variations of the famous Count. Why is Dracula so popular? Why does he continue to be a part of our everyday? Lena gives you her opinion of why the Count is recognized by all and never dies!!!
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It's a Halloween little bite and the perfect time of year for it! Pittsburgh is in the news as the 2nd BEST CITY FOR VAMPIRES! Listen to find out why. Let's go, Pittsburgh!
In the 20th episode we continue SPOOK-TOBER with our real vampires from places like Russia, Ireland, Africa and more! Lena helps you to build a vampire-fighting kit in case a vampire comes calling from Albania or Iceland and has some apologies for you and Alexander Skarsgard (please love her). What vampire legend did YOU grow up hearing?????
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Spook-tober continues with coverage of murders that mimic vampirism. Were they mentally ill or truly vampires? Lena reviews these cases one by one-- peppering in real clinical perspectives. Warning to those who are young or triggered by violence!!!
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In honor of Spook-tober, Lena continues with the real vampire knowledge you all want to know. She discusses blood-sucking creatures from the first time they were uttered to the creation of this podcast. Let Lena know if already knew all this stuff or if she managed to teach you something new!!!!! Happy Halloween Month!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Lena kicks off spooky season with a Vampire History Lesson ... all about Vlad Tepes and Countess Elizabeth Bathory. Was is it all real or just peasant gossip? Were there political motives? All we know is these two changed vampire lore forever!
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Lena covers a book for the first time on the podcast and guess what? --- its her book! Lots of spoiler alerts for this one as she talks about what vampires inspired her, why she wrote the book and all the juicy bits behind the scenes. Special appearance by her dog.
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It's the 16th episode and Lena picked a gory one! From the genius and twisted mind of Tarantino comes the kind of vamp (and vamp kills) that only he could dream up. Plus announcements about upcoming spooky season episodes!
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Lena gives you a quickie when she reviews the S6E3 vampire themed episode of Psych entitled "This Episode Bites". Can you catch all the undead references??
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In this episode Lena gets in the back to school mode with the 2014 movie Vampire Academy. She hasn't read the book so she has lots of questions. Feel free to answer them for her! Also, hear about Lena's weekend at the convention and what's coming in October!
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Lena watched all five Twilight movies this week and shares her thoughts without reservation. This episode may hold her most controversial comment BY FAR-- she can only hope to not lose listeners! Plus, hear about the new "little bites".
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Lena had so much to say about this one!!!! Plus, she had to admit to making a mistake on the previous episode. Also... listen to hear why she is so happy tonight.
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This one was recommended by a listener and Lena loved every second! Join her as she reviews the 1995 comedy with Leslie Nielsen as the titular character. It is amazing how many inside jokes you will catch if you are a vampire fan watching this film!!!!
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Set in her home state....Lena reviews eight seasons of the hit show full of love lost, gained, fated, lost again, killed, revived and gained. We have our first guest interview and more recommendations from listeners!
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After a HORRIBLE day Lena pours a glass of wine and reviews the 2021 film on Netflix- Blood Red Sky- after she was told to "just watch it". Plus, a reveal for the next episode.
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Lena reviews the 1983 film The Hunger with the incomparable David Bowie while surprising herself with how she rated the vamps in this world! Plus, upcoming convention appearances.
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On this episode Lena covers the perfect town if you're a vamp--- Barrow, Alaska where the sun doesn't come up for 30 days!! Plus, Lena reveals the one thing she cannot forgive a vampire for doing... no matter how sexy they may be!
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Lena's travels back in time to the late 80s and reviews two movies that know how to use cheesy vampire powers and terrible jokes in their favor. We all know movies that are so bad that they are good! Rockula even has a catchy soundtrack! Plus.... a new addition to the podcast where Lena admits she made a mistake!
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Lena reviews the Countess and all her beautiful vampires in season 5 of American Horror Story. It's the first TV show we have covered and the first time for fangless vamps and a few other twists on the lore... brought to us by the genius of Ryan Murphy!
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This is a deep dive from 1991 and one of Lena's favorite movies from high school! Listen to learn all about what kind of child is made when a vampire and demon witch make sweet, sweet love. Shot in Romania!!!!
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Lena reviews the 1987 classic "The Lost Boys" and starts to realize the impact this movie has on the kind of men she is attracted to today. Can you hear when the thunderstorm begins?
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Lena review's the 1998 film Vampires, discusses her plans for the podcast and introduces a new addition... sexy music. She also recognizes her need for a wind cover for her mic so you won't have to keep hearing the "popping" and promises to stop saying "uh" and "um".
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In this episode, Lena reviews the 2014 movie, What We Do in the Shadows. This is one of her favorite movies and stands out with its documentary style and mostly improvised lines. This is a must-listen! Spoiler alert for those who have not seen it!
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In this pilot episode, Lena discusses her plan for the podcast and reviews the 1995 film "Embrace of the Vampire".
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