Buttercup Of Doom

This week I discuss ghost hunting, poltergeists and possessions, with Jenny Ashford, paranormal nonfiction author (and her partner, Tom Ross). To warm up, I cover jump-effects in fiction and online horror, then we dive into real life investigations vs. ...

This week I discuss paranormal abilities, psychic gifts, traits, talents, tricks and otherwise. Whether it's in your writing or your entertainment, it's everywhere this time of year… let's investigate! Available FREE on: Project iRadio • iTunes ... Read More » The post Paranormal Abilities | Buttercup of Doom ep 61 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week through the haze of cold meds, I attempt to discuss costumes and decor, and the difference between racism and being offended by a costume. Definitions, rights, and silliness. Plus some fun things to check out! ... Read More » The post Costumes Decor and More | Buttercup of Doom ep 60 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week I discuss horror movies: the good, the bad, and the Blair Witch. From classics to modern to slashers and more, what I love, what I find meh, and those deemed horrible enough to use ... Read More » The post Horror Movies | Buttercup of Doom ep 59 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week I answer, have opinions, and generally babble on about some topics you've tossed my way (via the form or social media) that just weren't enough for a full episode on their own, but together, they ... Read More » The post Potpourri | Buttercup of Doom ep 58 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week I talk about exactly what that title says: Killing Our Babies. Whether it's the metaphorical version in the writing 101 or the actual every day real life version through parents, public and politicians. From ... Read More » The post Killing Our Babies | Buttercup of Doom ep57 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week it's not just about fighting in straight lines. I talk about getting from A to Z in the 101, with potholes, hiccups, side glances and pit stops along the way. I giggle as I toss the ... Read More » The post Fighting in Straight Lines | Buttercup of Doom ep 56 appeared first on Project iRadio.

From sports to movies to books, entertainment is a huge part of our life, our day to day, and it is found absolutely everywhere. From failing role models to the broken wheels of wrongful bandwagons, let's ... Read More » The post Great American Pastimes | Buttercup of Doom ep 55 appeared first on Project iRadio.

The art of communication. Words create our reality, whether it's the language we use with others or only think to ourselves…internal, external, slang and grammar and punctuation and oh my. Language is an art. It's a skill. It's ... Read More » The post Language | Buttercup of Doom ep 54 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Pitchforks for Everyone, aka social media vigilantism, aka who needs facts when I can spread lies and hate and get someone killed. In the words of the immortal Charlie Brown, good grief… From police posting ... Read More » The post Pitchforks for Everyone | Buttercup of Doom ep53 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Fear Everything: from the food you ate to the pills you take, the lotions you use and ohmygod are you really going to wear that fabric?! The sheer number of doomsday articles being thrown at you ... Read More » The post Fear Everything | Buttercup of Doom ep52 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Scares That Care charity weekend event is something you should all do… I did. Several listeners went as well. And while we were there, we taped this episode… be afraid. Writing questions, tips and tricks ... Read More » The post LIVE at STC16 | Buttercup of Doom ep51 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Are you black, brown, yellow, red or white? Are you christian, atheist, muslim, or jew? Are you short? Tall? These are your labels. Not you. They're only adjectives. And this week, we not only go ... Read More » The post Labels | Buttercup of Doom ep50 appeared first on Project iRadio.

  I don't remember who suggested this topic, but it was both a blessing and a curse. My brain hurt a lot this week, but it's definitely a good topic! After "deconstructing" their definition, applying a ... Read More » The post Hipsters | Buttercup of Doom ep49 appeared first on Project iRadio.

A short and sweet episode for the 4th of July. Because, hey, I wanted to celebrate too. So a quick talk to cover: seasons in writing, summer vacation entertainment, and what to do with those ... Read More » The post Summer Vacation | Buttercup of Doom ep 48 appeared first on Project iRadio.

The edit button… that magical thing many claim I am missing. But am I? And is that a bad thing? Are you missing it? Should we practice using it more often? Editing your words between your ... Read More » The post Edit Button | Buttercup of Doom ep 47 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Today's lesson, theme, and beat over the head message: Don't Be A Dick. I discuss the dicks in your life, in your writing, and all over your facebook wall. I break down the fake victims ... Read More » The post Fake Victims | Buttercup of Doom ep 46 appeared first on Project iRadio.

Sometimes the movie is okay, even good, but it's rarely (read as never) what the book was. This week is all about the differences between what was a envisioned with the written word in a book, and what ... Read More » The post Movies vs Books | Buttercup of Doom ep 45 appeared first on Project iRadio.

This week I invite special guest, Brian Keene — author, Stoker award winner, HWA Grandmaster recipient, super mouth of the genre, podcaster on The Horror Show w/ Brian Keene, my friend, my pretend big brother, and my ... Read More » The post Choosing Your Battles w/ Brian Keene | Buttercup of Doom ep 44 appeared first on Project iRadio.

From spray paint on buildings and brick to ink on flesh, graffiti is all around us, balancing between art and statement and vandalism. Whether you like it or not. Whether you approve or not. Whether society is ... Read More » The post Graffiti | Buttercup of Doom ep 43 appeared first on Project iRadio.