Best The Handmade Network Podcasts (2025)

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210: Clown in a Cornfield: From Page to Screen with Author Adam Cesare & Director Eli Craig 1:11:54

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🎙️ Hey Horror Fans!!! This week Director Eli Craig (Tucker and Dale vs Evil) and author Adam Cesare (Clown in a Cornfield) join us to talk about bringing Clown in a Cornfield to life on the big screen! We dive into the film’s balance of horror and comedy, designing the unforgettable Frendo, the legacy of creepy clowns in pop culture, and how small-…

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Bull Sales and Duck Tales! 42:25

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Send us a text Rebranding, Bull Sales, and Ranching Insights In episode 10 of the newly rebranded 'Cows and Bulls' podcast, hosts Marina and Vanden discuss the origin of their podcast name and share experiences from recent bull sales, including purchasing a bull named Turtle from Turtle Creek Angus. They talk about the facilities and events at vari…

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Congressman Salud Carbajal on the state of our democracy, Fr. Ian travels to Guadalupe for locally-made sausages, and a peace activist shares their story of how they got banned from Israel for 99 years ... 58:37

7d ago58:37

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Congressman Salud Carbajal speaks with KCBX’s News Director Monica Lopez and KCBX reporter Gabriela Fernandez about the current administration’s policies and actions and what resonated with him at the Town Hall meeting that he co-hosted with Senator Adam Schiff at Cuesta College on April 22nd. For Playing with Food, KCBX's Fr. Ian Delinger travels …

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209: The Legend of Ochi (A24): Isaiah Saxon on Bold Fantasy & Handmade Worlds 1:23:26

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Hey horror fans! This week we’re joined by Isaiah Saxon, director of A24’s The Legend of Ochi and co-founder of the visionary film and animation studio Encyclopedia Pictura. We talk about Isaiah’s early creative roots, from drawing and stop-motion to building the kid-focused platform DIY.org, and how all of that shaped his unique approach to storyt…

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Celebrating the history of our county's diverse workforce, Jennifer Adams on the impact of potential federal funding cuts on survivors, and Elaine Genasci reflects on two decades of keeping felines healthy ... 58:09

14d ago58:09

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By Meher Ali

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208: Reviving the Video Store: Night Owl, Troma Tales & the Power of Physical Media with Aaron Hamel 45:00

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This week on Mostly Horror, Steve flies solo for a killer conversation with Aaron Hamel, co-owner of Night Owl — a brand-new physical media movie shop in Brooklyn. They dig into the importance of physical media in the streaming era, the nostalgia of video store culture, and what it takes to revive that magic in NYC. Plus, Steve runs through the lat…

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207: Author Clay McLeod Chapman on Losing Loved Ones to Extremism — and Writing Through It 1:36:50

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Author Clay McLeod Chapman has done it all.. short stories, novels, a TON of comics, and screenplays for both indie and big-name films. In this episode, we talk about his wild and winding journey through the horror genre.. from an early indie short that caught Elijah Wood’s eye, to co-writing Wendell & Wild with Henry Selick and Jordan Peele, and w…

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Poets from SLO County celebrate National Poetry Month, Immigrant winemakers on their journey from "cellar rats" to entrepreneurs, and seeing the world through the SLO International Film Festival 58:21

28d ago58:21

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April is National Poetry Month, and we invited Caleb Nichols, the Poet Laureate of San Luis Obispo County, to gather local poets from the region to do a poetry reading session at our studio. Caleb hosts the segment. Mira Honeycutt, host of Wine Country, speaks to winemakers Edgar Torres and Enrique Torres about their journey to making Spanish wines…

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206: Director Chris Landon on DROP, Internet Backlash, and Hollywood’s Fear of Queer Horror 1:15:44

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Writer and director Chris Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky, We Have a Ghost) joins us to talk about his latest thriller, DROP, a tension-filled ride that turns a simple phone feature into pure terror. We dive into his collaboration with Josh Ruben on Heart Eyes, creating an experience with tension, laughs and a bunch of heart, and the moments that m…

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Conversations with vets, spicy mare, and Marina interviews Vanden! 54:34

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Send us a text In Episode 9 of the 'Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, hosts Marina and Vanden discuss the ongoing activities and challenges at their ranch. They cover topics like the end of heifer calving, tagging, and vaccinations, as well as the use of horses for sorting cattle. They talk about a recent vet meeting focused on improvin…

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Ira Glass on storytelling and documenting our times, making handmade caramels with entrepreneur Erin Holden, and a nonprofit's fundraiser to boost school band programs 59:09

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Marisa Waddell, KCBX Program Director, is in conversation with Ira Glass, the creator, producer, and host of This American Life. Ira is touring with a show called An Evening With Ira Glass, Seven Things I’ve Learned, and he’s coming to the San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center on April 5th at 8 pm. Here, he shares his thoughts about what makes a g…

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205: Samara Weaving & Jimmy Warden on Borderline, Twisted Love Stories, and That Time They Were Followed Home 1:18:02

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Samara Weaving (Ready or Not, Scream VI, The Babysitter) and her husband, writer-director Jimmy Warden (Cocaine Bear, The Babysitter: Killer Queen), sit down with us to talk all things Borderline—a darkly twisted thriller about fame, obsession, and dangerous attraction. Samara stars as Sofia, a former ‘90s pop star trapped in a psychological game w…

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Monarch butterflies and why their survival is key, Mothers for Peace on advocating for Diablo Canyon's closure, the Santa Barbara Transgender Advocacy Network and a brief history of birthright citizenship ... 58:11

1M ago58:11

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KCBX Programming Intern Sam Doyle-Jacobson's interview with Randy Widera, Director of Programs for California State Parks Foundation, where he discusses the decline in monarch butterfly populations and why their survival is key. Linda Seeley and Jane Swanson, board members of San Luis Obispo Mothers for Peace, speak with KCBX's Meher Ali about thei…

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Loose screws, interviews, and living the dream! 47:32

1M ago47:32

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Send us a text Interviewing Marina: Ranch Life and Personal Anecdotes In this episode of the Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls podcast, Vanden and Marina try something new with Vanden interviewing Marina to help listeners get to know her better. They discuss ranch updates, including calf tagging and heifer calving, as well as the struggles and be…

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204: Flying Lotus on ASH, Horror, and the Art of Unease 52:44

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Flying Lotus (Kuso, And SO much music you should check out) joins us for a deep dive into his latest sci-fi horror film ASH, his evolution as a filmmaker, and the twisted creative vision that drives his work. We explore how he built the film’s eerie atmosphere, why horror speaks to him as an artist, and some of the building blocks that gave us this…

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Following Harry Belafonte in Santa Barbara, Wine for Paws weekend and a wine memoir about working the 1995 crush on California's Central Coast 58:56

2M ago58:56

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Susanne Rostock, director of “Following Harry,” a documentary about the life of singer, actor and activist Harry Belafonte, speaks with KCSB reporter Kelly Darroch about her lifelong friendship with Belafonte. The documentary was featured at this year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Then, for Peace, Love and Pets, Robin Coleman of Wood…

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203: First Contact Movie Night: The Ultimate Alien Movie Marathon (feat. Adam Volerich from Eye of the Duck) 1:39:23

2M ago1:39:23

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If aliens landed tomorrow and wanted to understand humanity through film, what would we show them? We’re crafting the ultimate First Contact Movie Night with our friend Adam Volerich from Eye of the Duck! From heartwarming classics to the darkest depths of human depravity—and, of course, our dumbest antics—we’re curating a must-watch list of flicks…

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Good news and bad news. 30:45

2M ago30:45

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Send us a text A Week of Sales, Celebrations, and Challenges at Gaaskjolen Ranch In this episode of the 'Cows or Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, Vanden and Marina provide an insightful recap of the latest events at Gaaskjolen Ranch. They begin by celebrating Vanden’s father's 78th birthday with a low-key family dinner and the traditional task …

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Vintners carrying the Paso Cab flag, nurturing youth learning through the loop of music and how Dignity Health's hospitals serve the Central Coast 59:30

2M ago59:30

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We have a brand new segment here on Issues and Ideas! It’s called Wine Country and it’s hosted by wine journalist Mira Honeycutt. Mira is in conversation with Paso Vintners Gary Eberle, founder of Eberle Winery, and Jerry Lor, founder of J. Lor Vineyards and Wines, about Cabernet Sauvignon from Paso Robles. Sarah Mason, founder of the nonprofit Inf…

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202: Inside Opus: Mark Anthony Green on Art, Ego & Horror 1:06:14

2M ago1:06:14

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Hey Horror Fans!!! This week director, writer, and former GQ journalist Mark Anthony Green joins us to dive deep into Opus, his psychological thriller about art, ego, and the dangers of blind devotion. We discuss his transition from journalism to filmmaking, the real-life inspirations behind Ariel’s journey, and what it’s like working with a powerh…

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How does a web dev become a CPU engineer? w/ Alex (aolo2) 57:10

2M ago57:10

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Welcome to the first episode of Unwind in podcast form! Web developer turned CPU engineer Alex (aolo2) joins us to discuss three amazing programs he made from scratch: a collaborative whiteboard, a chat application, and a processor trace viewer. For those listening via a podcast feed, welcome to Unwind. Unwind started as a live interview show on Tw…

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201: Terrifier!! A Chat With Actress Lauren LaVera 1:13:26

2M ago1:13:26

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Hey horror fans!!! This week, we are joined by Lauren LaVera to talk about her journey as Sienna in Terrifier 2 and Terrifier 3, stepping into the franchise as its fearless new protagonist, and going head-to-head with Art the Clown!!! She shares behind-the-scenes stories, discusses the physical demands of the role, and reflects on the growing Terri…

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Baby Moo Cows!!!! 36:38

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Send us a text Getting Back on Track: Heifers, Sickness, and New Beginnings In this episode of the 'Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, the hosts return after a two-week hiatus caused by illness. They update listeners on their bustling life on the ranch, highlighting calving heifers, bull sale preparations, and navigating extreme winter w…

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Amanda Wernik on the Refugio pipeline, California's Wheat2School program, SLO Repertory's Million Dollar Quartet and a poetry reading to honor Refaat Alareer 57:01

2M ago57:01

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KCBX reporter Amanda Wernik talks about why it's important for her to report on the Refugio pipeline. Fr. Ian Delinger visits schools in San Luis Obispo County to learn more about California Wheat Commission's Wheat2School project. KCBX reporter Alyssa Toledo's story about the musical Million Dollar Quartet playing at the San Luis Obispo Repertory …

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200: The Monkey Kills Steve and Sean...EPISODE 200!!!! 55:54

2M ago55:54

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No guest? No problem! This week, it’s just your favorite horror loving hosts, Steve and Sean, celebrating 200 episodes of horror talk, chaos, and questionable opinions. We’re diving into the latest horror news, sharing our first thoughts on Oz Perkins’ The Monkey, and, of course, hitting you with our weekly horror recs. Plus, a big ol’ THANK YOU to…

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Central Coast's first-ever cat cafe, Cal Poly's Mariachi ensemble, musician Chencho Perez's journey and author Yang Huang on her life and writing 59:35

3M ago59:35

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KCBX's Robin Coleman talks with Jaime Pierce, owner of the Caffeinated Cat Cafe in Grover Beach for Peace, Love and Pets. Sam DJ, Programming Intern at KCBX, talks to members of Cal Poly's Mariachi ensemble about their heritage and what Mariachi means to them. From the California Report, reporter Benjamin Purper talks to Chencho Perez, a musician, …

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199: Mason Gooding!! (Scream 5-7, Heart Eyes, Booksmart) 1:20:33

3M ago1:20:33

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Hey Horror Fans!!! We’ve got an absolute banger for you this week! Actor Mason Gooding (Scream 5, 6 & 7, Booksmart) joins us for a wild, high-energy convo about horror, creativity, and his killer journey in the film world. With Heart Eyes just hitting screens, we dive into his role in this genre-bending horror-romance—but that’s just the start! Mas…

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Ep 79 : Blaine Halvorson Owner and Creator of Made Worn Rock n Roll T-Shirts returns 56:07

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Years ago I sat down with one of the greatest artist ever in my eyes Mr Blaine Halvorson owner and creator of Made Worn Rock n Roll T-Shirts. Today Blaine returns to talk all about his new Vodka, "Meili" that he and his best friend Jason Momoa created from scratch in Montana. We also dive deep into more Rock n Roll talk and our Love for Los Angeles…

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Maureen Zawalick on Diablo Canyon's safety and future, fulfilling end-of-life dreams at Dream Makers SLO and sips of wisdom on building a brand 57:12

3M ago57:12

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Jim Dantona, host of Working Lunch and CEO of San Luis Obispo Chamber of Commerce sits down with Maureen Zawalick, Vice President of Business and Technical Services at PG&E to talk about the Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant. KCBX's Brian Reynolds talks to Reilly Newman, co-author of a new book, along with his business partner Scott Saunders, title…

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198: Psycho Goreman Himself!! Actor, Writer, Director Matthew Ninaber - A Knights War 1:16:19

3M ago1:16:19

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Hey Horror Fans!!! On this episode of Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean kick things off with the latest horror news, including Matthew Lillard’s return to the Scream franchise, the (Not so) shocking cancellation of all ongoing Neil Gaiman projects (Sandman, American Gods, etc.) amidst growing controversy, a remake of The Faculty in the works, and the a…

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Big Balls In Cow Town! 36:43

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Send us a text Black Hills Stock Show Special: Cows, Trucks, and Ranch Adventures In this episode of 'Cows are Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, the hosts discuss their hectic week at the Black Hills Stock Show, detailing the process of selling heifers and steers, and overcoming equipment failures with the help of friends. They share their exper…

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Music education and the SLO Youth Symphony, scholarships to honor Dr. King, SLO County's immigrant community and the NIH funding pause 59:15

3M ago59:15

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Grace Seng, Music Education Manager of the SLO Symphony, in conversation with Marisa Waddell, KCBX's Program Director about music education and the SLO Youth Symphony. Mary Matakovich, Board President for the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. High School Memorial Scholarship Fund, speaks to Sam DJ, Programming Intern at KCBX, about honoring Dr. King thr…

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197: Heart Eyes - The Return Of Josh Ruben 1:19:49

3M ago1:19:49

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Hey Horror Fans!!! In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome back filmmaker Josh Ruben to dive into his latest genre-blending film, Heart Eyes. Josh shares how he brought this unique romantic horror-comedy to life, working with a script by Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day, Freaky) and Michael Kennedy (Freaky). We discuss crafting the film’s per…

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Sort, Sort, and RESORT! (But not Maxine) 28:55

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Send us a text Sort, Sort, and Re Sort: Life on the Ranch In this episode of the 'Cows Are Girls and Bulls Have Balls' podcast, titled 'Sort, Sort, and Re Sort', the hosts delve into the hectic week they've had on the ranch, focusing on preparing to sell heifers and steers amidst challenging sorting conditions. They discuss their sorting methods, i…

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Lee Herrick, California's poet laureate, affordable pet boarding and the Garagiste Wine Festival 59:43

3M ago59:43

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Lee Herrick, the poet laureate of California in conversation with Caleb Nichols, the new poet laureate of San Luis Obispo County. Robin Coleman for Peace, Love and Pets speaks to Isabelle Gullö from Care for Paws and Katie Bean from Creekside Pet Boarding, about their efforts to make pet boarding more affordable in San Luis Obispo County. KCBX’s Fa…

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196: Companion - BoulderLight Pictures (J.D. LIfshitz, Raphael Margules, Tracy Rosenblum) 1:23:49

3M ago1:23:49

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Hey Horror Fans!!! This week, we’re joined by J.D. Lifshitz, Raphael Margules, and Tracy Rosenblum from BoulderLight Pictures, the powerhouse indie production company behind hits like Barbarian, The Vigil, and Wrath of Becky. Together, we dive into their upcoming New Line Cinema release, Companion, hitting theaters January 31st. We chat about casti…

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How we met, beginnings, endings, and our animal family. 55:23

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Send us a text How We Met: A Ranch Love Story In this episode of the 'Cows or Girls and Bowls Have Balls' podcast, the hosts discuss their journey of meeting on Match.com and moving to a ranch in South Dakota. They share the story of their first interactions, their love for horses, and the various challenges they've faced as a blended family. Tales…

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