Episode 21 – Mad Ghoul Radio

The veil is thinning, fiends… Episode 21 eases us into the pre-Halloween season with a slow burn of atmosphere, heavy vibes, and plenty of haunted basement energy. Robb reflects on the weight of real-life horrors versus the ritual of horror films and soundtracks that let us reset, then dives headfirst into spooky season.

This episode features a deep spotlight on Night of the Demons (1988)—from its infamous animated intro and Dennis Michael Tenney’s synth-driven score to the sequels, the 2009 remake, and even a few personal connections with the cast and crew. From there, the journey moves through gothic grooves and doom-soaked anthems, with detours into cult favorites and modern darkness, carrying listeners deeper into September’s shadow.

Robb also shares thoughts on the bran ...