BRUNCH: Goosebumps
Summary
This "Mini Bites" episode explores the cultural impact of R.L. Stine's Goosebumps series, with the hosts sharing personal childhood memories of reading the books and watching the 1990s TV adaptation. They discuss the history of the franchise, including Stine's writing process, the iconic cover art, and the creation of the 2015 Jack Black film. The conversation also touches on the show's upcoming move to YouTube and includes listener shout-outs before diving into specific favorite titles and the series' legacy.
Topics discussed
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Intro and Cedar Rapids Iowa event announcement
Explaining the Mini-Bites format and YouTube transition
Housekeeping: Reviews, Patreon, and voicemail policy
Listener voicemails and shoutouts
Personal childhood memories of reading Goosebumps
The impact of cover art and EC comics influence
R.L. Stine's background and the Fear Street series
Writing process, speed, and real-life inspirations
Jokes about R.L. Stine's real name
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Tim Jacobus's cover art and school book fairs
Favorite books, worst books, and the origin of the name
The 1995 TV series and memorable intro sequence
The 1995 movie, sequels, and R.L. Stine's on-screen presence
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Cast trivia and R.L. Stine's children's names
R.L. Stine's current activity, Twitter, and phobias
Goosebumps resources and closing thoughts
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Promo: Adam Ray's About Last Night podcast
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