Episode 191 - The History of Birds in Horror
Lunatics Radio Hour: The History of Horror

Episode 191 - The History of Birds in Horror

B2Upper-intermediateMay 19, 202644 min

From ravens and vultures to killer flocks and supernatural omens, birds have played a major role in horror for decades. In this episode of Lunatics Radio Hour, Abby sits down with Kate Rotunda to explore the history of birds in horror and why these animals continue to symbolize death, fear, and chaos across film and folklore. Get Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep. Support the show

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Hello everybody, welcome back to another episode of the Lunatics Radio Hour podcast. My name is Abby Branker and I am sitting here again with our friend Kate Rotunda. Hello! Welcome, Kate.

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Thank you for having me. I am so excited to talk to you about the intersection of birds and horror today. And I thought about this topic for you because I know that you love birds. I do like birds, specifically pigeons very much.

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They are one of my favorite. I like any animal that's considered a pest. Yeah, I love that for you. And I'm sure you guys know Kate at this point.

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