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Welcome to the third insidious installation of Susto's 2024 Swap-A-Thon! This week we are visited by Floaties for Krakens!Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!Hi Cuttlefish! ^-^Welcome to Season 2 Episode 14 of Floaties for Krakens - A podcast about the monsters in your head, but reclaiming them instead.WELCOME! Just a quick reminder that Season 1 in its entirety is available to stream on Spotify, and Season 3 is currently underway on YouTube. Go check it out!The following episode is a bit of a throwback to our Pride Month Special called “Lavender for Monsters”. It was a beautiful four part series where we explored the intersections and power within Queerness and monstrosity.I’m going to begin this episode description with a phenomenal quote introduced to me  by our guest of honor, Robin today. This quote is by Cuban American Queer Activist and Academic Jose Esteban Munoz:“Queerness is not yet here. Queerness is an ideality. Put another way, we are not yet queer, but we can feel it as the warm illumination of a horizon imbued with potentiality. We have never been queer, yet queerness exists for us as an ideality that can be distilled from the past and used to imagine a future. The future is queerness's domain. (p. 1)”― José Esteban Muñoz, Cruising Utopia: The Then and There of Queer FuturityLet’s hear it for the beauties, complexities, and histories to come for Queerness. Robin Gow (it/fae/he & él y elle) is a poet and witch from rural Pennsylvania. It is the author of several poetry, Middle Grade, and Young Adult books. It works as a community educator on topics of LGBTQIA2+ and disability justice.Robin is a literal ray of sunshine. My goodness, I’m not kidding. The work that Fae does to explore the brilliance of Queerness in all of its monstrous complexities is nothing short of astronomical. Please, go check out this beautiful soul’s poetry work Monstrous Cartography  and all of the other outstanding works in Faer repertoire. Thank you so much for doing this show Robin, and I’m so excited to now call you a friend.Today’s episode is all about the kindest person in the world Robin Gow, Robin’s mastery in writing and poetry, the power of a ghost story, how monsters become manifestation of what society doesn’t understand, Robin’s PHENOMENAL new poetry book Monstrous Cartography, the relatability of “Queer Sea Monsters”, Robin’s partner Rain and his monstrous watercolor mastery, the tears of the Squonk, Robin’s explorations of Mothman, Climate Grief, the fears of endless wandering, the amazing Paranorman film, and how Robin and myself will forever be proud, proud, crybabies; because feeling “too much” is a superpower.-Content Warnings:Mentions and discussions of mental health complexities, depression, grief, and the beauties, trials, and tribulations of growing up QueerMisophonia:Snaps, Pops, Clicks, and Hisses throughout the episode.-Robin’s Monstrous Mentions:Instagram: @ robin_gow_poetTikTok: @ robin_gow_poet & @ transdemontologist Website: robingow.comMonstrous Cartography: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/monstrous-cartography-robin-gow/1145307923?ean=9798990348837Dear Mothman: https://store.abramsbooks.com/products/dear-mothman-Mental Health Resources:LGBTQQIP2SAA+ Mental Health Resources: The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/category/mental-health/Domestic Violence Resources: https://www.thehotline.org/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=domestic_violenceNational Institute of Mental Health: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: https://988lifeline.org/Disaster Distress Helpline: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/disaster-distress-helplineNational Alliance on Mental Health:NAMI HelpLine is available M-F 10 am – 10 pm, ET. Connect by phone 800-950-6264 or text "Helpline" to 62640, or chat. In a crisis call or text 988.Floaties for Krakens Links/Contact:Website Link:https://www.floatiesforkrakens.comSpotify Show Link:https://open.spotify.com/show/1LTqFzeNq4OpgEMQiRrGtK?si=5ab2c8ab16e44abbYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/@FloatiesforKrakensInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/floatiesforkrakens/-This episode of Floaties for Krakens was written and recorded by me, Camille Maria Acosta. A monstrous thank you to Robin Gow for such a kind interview. A big thank you to Michael Cosman for producing a stellar episode, and a huge thank you, to Natalie Hedberg for designing such a phenomenal logo.Music for the show was also written and produced by me, with a special appearance by my Thatha, Toby Acosta.Floaties for Krakens is not a Sponsored Podcast.However, here are the tools I used and am very thankful for to get this idea off the ground:Adobe AuditionAdobe Premiere ProArturia Minilab Mk IICanvaGarage BandLogitech for Creators White Yeti USB MicrophoneZencastr~Keep Being Monstrous.Keep Shining Bright.

Welcome back to the second week of the 2024 Susto Swap-A-Thon! This week, our unholy feature is My Horror Confessional!This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Jessica McHugh. Jessica is a 3x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, a multi-genre novelist, & an internationally-produced playwright who spends her days surrounded by artistic inspiration at a Maryland tattoo shop. She’s had thirty books published in fifteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blackout poetry collection, “A Complex Accident of Life," her sci-fi bizarro romp, “The Green Kangaroos,” and her cross-generational horror series, “The Gardening Guidebooks Trilogy.” Explore the growing worlds of Jessica McHugh at McHughniverse.com. We discuss The Ghoulish Book Festival happening in Downtown San Antomio March 15th, 16th and 17th. We also discuss her work in blackout poetry and the ridiculous but definitely true fact that women wear revealing clothes when having a slumber party with friends. Join us in The Confessional!Follow Jessica here https://www.instagram.com/thejessmchugh/?hl=enMHC is part of the GHOULISH Podcast Network. Get ghoulish at www.ghoulish.ripWant to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

Hey Ghoul Friends! Welcome to the 2024 Susto Swap-A-Thon! Up first in our diabolical lineup is ¡Qué Spooky!Kevin takes us on a wild ride through his case of “Villa de las Niñas.” This is a Catholic school that took in many young girls that needed disciplining. Although it pulled out many girls from bad home life situations, the weird strict rules about grooming and paranormal encounters at the school garnered it a lot of media attention. Was this caused because of a haunting? A hex? Or was it just mass hysteria like the media mentions? Listen to this episode and tell us what you think!Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

How long ago was your last confession? In this episode, Ayden shares a story that revolves around a forbidden desire that leads to a tragic confrontation, resulting in a curse that haunts a church in Costa RicaWant to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

I just love a rainy day! Don't you? In this episode, Ayden shares the legend of a ghostly figure, from Panamanian folklore that haunts the forests, particularly during the rainy season.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

Is a ghost town ever really empty? In this episode, Ayden shares the haunting history of Misnébalam, a ghost town in Mexico. Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

I'M A STARRR! In this episode, Ayden welcomes filmmaker Miguel Martinez to discuss his short horror film, Lechuza, which draws from Latin American folklore. They explore the emotional themes of grief and family, the creative process behind filmmaking, and the importance of sound design in horror!Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!Lechuza Film WebsiteMiguel Martinez Instagram

Life is a scary story! In this episode, Ayden interviews author of Ghostly Ghastly Tales, Anastasia Garcia.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

In this episode, Ayden shares the legend of a cave dwelling, giant ape-like creature with backwards feet that kidnaps women and babies in Honduras.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

🎶There's a she-wolf in the closet!🎵 In this episode, Ayden shares a Susto Original based on the legend of Luisón, a creature from Guarani mythology in Paraguay.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

Walk a mile in these Louboutins! In this episode, Ayden tells the story of La Taconuda, a legend from Honduras and Cuba. La Taconuda is a vengeful spirit who haunts the streets, particularly targeting taxi drivers. The story is rooted in tales of lost love, betrayal, and tragic accidents.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

Sweet as a peach! In this episode, Ayden tells the story of Ruperta Estrada Durazno, a curandera who lived to be 120 years old, discusses the modern practice of curanderismo and the importance of culturally relevant healthcare.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

In this episode, Ayden discusses El Niño Fidencio, a Mexican curandero who gained fame in the late 1920s for his healing abilities. Despite facing opposition from the Catholic Church and the medical community, El Niño Fidencio attracted thousands of followers who sought his help. Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Sign up for Patreon here!

A revolutionary insurgent, a pageant queen, a folk healer. Teresa Urrea is a true baddie. In this episode, Ayden shares the political musings and spiritual healing of the curandera Teresita. Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

🎶 It's a small underworld after all! 🎶 In this conversation, Ayden interviews Steven dos Santos, a writer and college professor, about his latest novel, Malicia. They discuss Steven's journey as a writer, his love for horror and folklore, and the intersection of queerness and horror in his book. Steven shares how his Dominican roots and personal experiences influenced the story.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

Chronic headaches? Don Pedro Jaramillo has the cure for you! Tomatoes in your shoes! In this episode, Ayden shares the life and work of Texas folk healer Don Pedrito Jaramillo.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

Hi do you have an appointment? In this episode, Ayden ventures into the centuries old practice of Curanderismo.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

As the great Elvira was once asked, "How's your head?" In this episode, Ayden confesses the legend of a beheaded priest who haunts the colonial-era streets of El Salvador.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

Here's to five years full of haunts, frights, and a hellishly good time! I can't wait to see where we are in five more!Go Fund Me here!Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.

Waking up tired? Not feeling well latelty? It's probably a rooster-basilisk sucking your saliva and phlegm out while you sleep. Sweet dreams! In this episode, Ayden shares the disgustingly scary legend of el Basilico Chilote, a true nightmare.Want to share your own creepy story, picture, or recording? Leave a 5 star review with your story attached, email Ayden at sustopodcast@gmail.com, DM on social media, or visit SustoPodcast.com to be shared on the show!Support the Show.