{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/64a0d82d3a99660011c664dd/675b20acc99357572967bb5b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"\"Spellbound: Grady Hendrix on Witches and Horror Cinema\"","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/64a0d82d3a99660011c664dd/1734471486393-72d2313a-f166-435e-a8d8-3f38bbe3d819.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>An In-Depth Conversation with Grady Hendrix on Witchcraft in Literature and Film</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of BLOOD, GUTS, &amp; PAPER CUTS, hosts Sean and Shannon welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Grady Hendricks to discuss Grady's upcoming novel 'Witchcraft for Wayward Girls,' set for release in January 2025. The conversation delves into various aspects of witchcraft in literature and film, exploring different portrayals and the extensive research involved in creating Grady's latest work. They discuss key influences, including 90s cinema, classic witch movies, and the evolution of witchcraft narratives. The episode also touches on the societal implications of witchcraft and the complex dynamics of teenage development, reflecting on how these themes are represented in Hendricks' writing. Enjoy this fun, fascinating look at the world of witches and witchcraft with the phenomenal Grady Hendrix.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome to Blood, Guts, &amp; Paper Cuts with Grady Hendricks</p><p>00:30 Embarrassing Stories and Emotional Moments</p><p>02:20 The Evolution of Horror: Beyond Just Scary</p><p>03:05 Upcoming Novel: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls</p><p>03:33 Research and Inspiration Behind the Novel</p><p>07:22 Challenges and Revisions in Writing</p><p>14:55 The Role of Research in Writing</p><p>15:46 Creating Authentic Witch Characters</p><p>23:46 Influences and Inspirations from Cinema</p><p>38:08 Diving into the 70s: A Nostalgic Journey</p><p>38:28 Nigel Neal's Creeping Dread</p><p>41:15 The Witchcraft Debate: Eggers' The Witch</p><p>42:43 Suspiria: A New Direction in Witchcraft Cinema</p><p>46:31 The Witchcraft Evolution: From Practical Magic to Modern Takes</p><p>01:09:19 The Blair Witch Project: A Cultural Phenomenon</p><p>01:12:50 Wrapping Up: Grady Hendrix's Upcoming Projects</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>SHOW NOTES:</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://www.gradyhendrix.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://www.gradyhendrix.com/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PLEASE FOLLOW US AND REVIEW!!:</strong></p><p>Please subscribe to us on YouTube: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZFH2avVCXTDkoYDjcLPHJA\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">&nbsp;&nbsp;<img src=\"https://www.gstatic.com/youtube/img/watch/yt_favicon.png\">&nbsp;/&nbsp;@</a>BLOODGUTSANDPAPERCUTS</p><p>Please find us on INSTAGRAM: @seanoc32</p><p>Please find us on THREADS: @seanoc32</p><p>Please find us on BLUESKY: @bgpcpodcast.bsky.social</p><p>Please find us on Spotify: spotify.link/ncvbbRYDmDb</p><p>Please find us on Apple Music: <a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqa0NSN1pqMmpCMWNZMV82aV9yVFJZMnFQQ3ZIQXxBQ3Jtc0tsbW91cHlBNzlCNkxmbzF5TWNSeUJ0MmlXTzVpWHR2d0pGQW5ScVFFSUlQaFJ3ZGx5MU5FVmlYTFhPaVBaVGJMaHRFTDZXT0F3a1dMYXdiMjRRcEZIeU5FNFh2QUdiMUl4cjB0enc0aEFrMXJTZ2V3TQ&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fcine-ful-cuts%2Fid1702441060&amp;v=lhVqK96SLR4\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...</a></p><p><br></p><p>Co-Host: Shannon Bushmann - Montalbano (Instagram: @shannonvonbushmann)</p><p>Co-Host: Sean O'Connor (Instagram: @seanoc32)</p><p>Producer: Sean O'Connor</p>","author_name":"Sean O'Connor"}