"A Bargain Made in the Monster's Shadow" by Sam W. Pisciotta + "Annette Funicello is My Dream Mouse" by S. L. Coney
Summary
Host Terrence Taylor presents a poem by Sam W. Pichotta about complicity in evil, followed by S.L. Coney’s story “Annette Funicello is My Dream Mouse.” The narrative follows Misha, whose grief over his ex-girlfriend Ilona spirals into a rat infestation. The rodents, intoxicated by poisoned cheese, become sexually aggressive and speak, leading to a grotesque, surreal climax.
Topics discussed
Introduction and episode overview
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Poem: A Bargain Made in the Monster's Shadow
Author bio: Sam W. Pichotta
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Story: Annette Funicello is My Dream Mouse
Bios for S.L. Coney and Stefan Rudnicki
Host outro and Pepsi ad
Realms of Peril and Glory promo and credits
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