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Happy Halloween!!! After 8 years, I was finally to record a conversation with my friend and vampire collecting mentor Dr. J. Gordon Melton, author of The Vampire Book.

You can find Dr. Melton's extensive catalog of books available at Amazon.

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Happy Halloween!!! After 8 years, I was finally to record a conversation with my friend and vampire collecting mentor Dr. J. Gordon Melton, author of The Vampire Book.

You can find Dr. Melton's extensive catalog of books available at Amazon.

And as always, you can find the podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com 

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-13882196 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 12:00:00 -0500 4034 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail Happy Halloween!!! After 8 years, I was finally to record a conversation with my friend and vampire collecting mentor Dr. J. Gordon Melton, author of The Vampire Book. You can find Dr. Melton's extensive catalog of books available at Amazon. And as always, you can find the podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com  Support the show Support the show Interview with Sean Rourke of The Vampire's Castle Interview with Sean Rourke of The Vampire's Castle Send us Fan Mail

In this episode I talk with Sean Rourke, host of The Vampire's Castle on YouTube, where you can also find the flip-side of this conversation.

You can find Sean at http://thevampirescastle.com/ and check out his Hollywood resume at IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0730130/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

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In this episode I talk with Sean Rourke, host of The Vampire's Castle on YouTube, where you can also find the flip-side of this conversation.

You can find Sean at http://thevampirescastle.com/ and check out his Hollywood resume at IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0730130/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1

And as always, you can find the podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com 

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]]> Dax Stokes / Sean Rourke Buzzsprout-11575605 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0500 3202 vampires, The Vampire's Castle full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this episode I talk with Sean Rourke, host of The Vampire's Castle on YouTube, where you can also find the flip-side of this conversation. You can find Sean at http://thevampirescastle.com/ and check out his Hollywood resume at IMDB - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0730130/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1 And as always, you can find the podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com  Support the show Interview with Brett Warren Interview with Brett Warren Send us Fan Mail

This episode is an interview with Brett Warren, who is releasing  a series of translations of several works on historical vampire cases.

Kickstarter - http://kck.st/3EyshbX
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This episode is an interview with Brett Warren, who is releasing  a series of translations of several works on historical vampire cases.

Kickstarter - http://kck.st/3EyshbX
Esoterica Press - https://www.facebook.com/esotericapress


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]]> Dax Stokes/Brett Warren Buzzsprout-11514975 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1949 vampires, vampire studies full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail This episode is an interview with Brett Warren, who is releasing  a series of translations of several works on historical vampire cases. Kickstarter - http://kck.st/3EyshbX Esoterica Press - https://www.facebook.com/esotericapress Support the show TFW 2022 TFW 2022 Send us Fan Mail

Welcome back!!! After a 2 year hiatus the podcast is back with some recorded interviews from Texas Frightmare Weekend 2022.

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Welcome back!!! After a 2 year hiatus the podcast is back with some recorded interviews from Texas Frightmare Weekend 2022.

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-11473331 Mon, 10 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0500 777 TFW, Texas Frightmare Weekend, Vampires full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail Welcome back!!! After a 2 year hiatus the podcast is back with some recorded interviews from Texas Frightmare Weekend 2022. Checkout pictures at http://thevampirehistorian.com Support the show Interview with Joseph Laycock Interview with Joseph Laycock Send us Fan Mail

In this special Halloween episode, I talk with Dr. Joseph Laycock, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Texas State University about his new book, the Penguin Book of Exorcisms, as well as his works on vampires, D&D, and other aspects of religious studies. You can find all of his books at Amazon.

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In this special Halloween episode, I talk with Dr. Joseph Laycock, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Texas State University about his new book, the Penguin Book of Exorcisms, as well as his works on vampires, D&D, and other aspects of religious studies. You can find all of his books at Amazon.

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-6152389 Fri, 30 Oct 2020 21:00:00 -0500 2819 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this special Halloween episode, I talk with Dr. Joseph Laycock, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at Texas State University about his new book, the Penguin Book of Exorcisms, as well as his works on vampires, D&D, and other aspects of religious studies. You can find all of his books at Amazon. The Vampire Historian  Support the show Interview with Kevin J. Anderson Interview with Kevin J. Anderson Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I talk with prolific author Kevin J. Anderson about his new novel "Stake," as well as his career writing for series like Star Wars, Dune, the X-Files, and more. You can find Kevin's books at https://www.wordfireshop.com/, and find out more at https://www.wordfire.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/KJAauthor.

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In this episode, I talk with prolific author Kevin J. Anderson about his new novel "Stake," as well as his career writing for series like Star Wars, Dune, the X-Files, and more. You can find Kevin's books at https://www.wordfireshop.com/, and find out more at https://www.wordfire.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/KJAauthor.

You can always find this podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com/ 

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-6068494 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0500 2575 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk with prolific author Kevin J. Anderson about his new novel "Stake," as well as his career writing for series like Star Wars, Dune, the X-Files, and more. You can find Kevin's books at https://www.wordfireshop.com/, and find out more at https://www.wordfire.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/KJAauthor. You can always find this podcast at https://thevampirehistorian.com/  Support the show Interview with Juliet Landau Interview with Juliet Landau Send us Fan Mail

In this very special episode, I virtually sat down with actor/director Juliet Landau to talk about her new film A Place Among the Dead, which will be released at the end of October. This is a shorter interview due to her busy schedule, so we mainly focus on the new film. Not much time for Buffy-talk in this episode.

Be sure to check out the film later this month. All of the dates and links to buy tickets for the shows that Juliet mentions can be found in one place. Right here - https://www.modernfilms.com/aplaceamongthedead

You can also find her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juliet_landau/ and Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/julietlandauofficial

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In this very special episode, I virtually sat down with actor/director Juliet Landau to talk about her new film A Place Among the Dead, which will be released at the end of October. This is a shorter interview due to her busy schedule, so we mainly focus on the new film. Not much time for Buffy-talk in this episode.

Be sure to check out the film later this month. All of the dates and links to buy tickets for the shows that Juliet mentions can be found in one place. Right here - https://www.modernfilms.com/aplaceamongthedead

You can also find her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juliet_landau/ and Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/julietlandauofficial

Don't forget to follow the podcast wherever you find your podcasts, and on FB and Instagram, and at http://thevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-5878147 Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0500 806 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this very special episode, I virtually sat down with actor/director Juliet Landau to talk about her new film A Place Among the Dead, which will be released at the end of October. This is a shorter interview due to her busy schedule, so we mainly focus on the new film. Not much time for Buffy-talk in this episode. Be sure to check out the film later this month. All of the dates and links to buy tickets for the shows that Juliet mentions can be found in one place. Right here - https://www.modernfilms.com/aplaceamongthedead You can also find her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/juliet_landau/ and Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/julietlandauofficial Don't forget to follow the podcast wherever you find your podcasts, and on FB and Instagram, and at http://thevampirehistorian.com Support the show Interview with AP Sylvia Interview with AP Sylvia Send us Fan Mail

Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, I virtually sit down with AP Sylvia, author of Vampires of Lore: Traits and Modern Misconceptions. You can follow his blog at https://locationsoflore.com/ and grab a copy of his book almost anywhere books are sold, or just go to Amazon.

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Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, I virtually sit down with AP Sylvia, author of Vampires of Lore: Traits and Modern Misconceptions. You can follow his blog at https://locationsoflore.com/ and grab a copy of his book almost anywhere books are sold, or just go to Amazon.

http://thevampirehistorian.com 

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-5805433 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:00:00 -0500 4051 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the podcast! In this episode, I virtually sit down with AP Sylvia, author of Vampires of Lore: Traits and Modern Misconceptions. You can follow his blog at https://locationsoflore.com/ and grab a copy of his book almost anywhere books are sold, or just go to Amazon. http://thevampirehistorian.com  Support the show May in Texas 2019 May in Texas 2019 Send us Fan Mail

As usual in Texas, April showers brings May...conventions! It's con time in Texas, and this May gives us both Texas Frightmare Weekend and Fan Expo Dallas in DFW on the same weekend. Plus, later in the month we have Comicpalooza in Houston and a new Nosferatu Festival in Austin.

http://www.texasfrightmareweekend.com
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As usual in Texas, April showers brings May...conventions! It's con time in Texas, and this May gives us both Texas Frightmare Weekend and Fan Expo Dallas in DFW on the same weekend. Plus, later in the month we have Comicpalooza in Houston and a new Nosferatu Festival in Austin.

http://www.texasfrightmareweekend.com
http://www.fanexpodallas.com
http://www.comicpalooza.com
http://nosferatufestival.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-1076078 Wed, 01 May 2019 13:00:00 -0500 572 TFW, Fan Expo, Comicpalooza, Nosferatu Festival, Texas Frightmare Weekend, The Lost Boys, Near Dark full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail As usual in Texas, April showers brings May...conventions! It's con time in Texas, and this May gives us both Texas Frightmare Weekend and Fan Expo Dallas in DFW on the same weekend. Plus, later in the month we have Comicpalooza in Houston and a new Nosferatu Festival in Austin. http://www.texasfrightmareweekend.com http://www.fanexpodallas.com http://www.comicpalooza.com http://nosferatufestival.com Support the show Halloween 2018-Dracula News! Halloween 2018-Dracula News! Send us Fan Mail

Happy Halloween! This episode is a short informal look at some of the recent Dracula news, mostly about books and upcoming TV shows. You can find links to everything at http://thevampirehistorian.com

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Happy Halloween! This episode is a short informal look at some of the recent Dracula news, mostly about books and upcoming TV shows. You can find links to everything at http://thevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-847715 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 23:00:00 -0500 873 Dracula, Bram Stoker, London Library full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail Happy Halloween! This episode is a short informal look at some of the recent Dracula news, mostly about books and upcoming TV shows. You can find links to everything at http://thevampirehistorian.com Support the show Conversation with Lawrence Burgess Conversation with Lawrence Burgess Send us Fan Mail

In this episode I speak with Lawrence Burgess, theater and voice actor and host of the Dracula Podcast. You can find Lawrence at

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In this episode I speak with Lawrence Burgess, theater and voice actor and host of the Dracula Podcast. You can find Lawrence at

https://www.wvactors.com/
http://www.southgatemediagroup.com/Dracula-podcast/

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]]> Dax Stokes/Lawrence Burgess Buzzsprout-844550 Sun, 28 Oct 2018 23:00:00 -0500 3770 Dracula, Audio Drama full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this episode I speak with Lawrence Burgess, theater and voice actor and host of the Dracula Podcast. You can find Lawrence at https://www.wvactors.com/ http://www.southgatemediagroup.com/Dracula-podcast/ Support the show 'Salem's Lot Day 2018 with Jess Peacock 'Salem's Lot Day 2018 with Jess Peacock Send us Fan Mail

It's our now annual episode with 'Salem's Lot scholar Jess Peacock. Back for his third year in a row, this time we tackle the film/mini-series versions of the book. You can find Jess on Facebook at Legacy of the Marsten House.

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It's our now annual episode with 'Salem's Lot scholar Jess Peacock. Back for his third year in a row, this time we tackle the film/mini-series versions of the book. You can find Jess on Facebook at Legacy of the Marsten House.

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]]> Dax Stokes/Jess Peacock Buzzsprout-832788 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 23:00:00 -0500 3683 'Salem's Lot, vampires, Stephen King, Maine, Dracula full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail It's our now annual episode with 'Salem's Lot scholar Jess Peacock. Back for his third year in a row, this time we tackle the film/mini-series versions of the book. You can find Jess on Facebook at Legacy of the Marsten House. Support the show Interview with Hans de Roos Interview with Hans de Roos Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I speak with scholar Hans de Roos, who is responsible tor the 2017 book "Powers of Darkness," and organizing this years "Children of the Night Dracula Congress" in Brasov, Romania.

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In this episode, I speak with scholar Hans de Roos, who is responsible tor the 2017 book "Powers of Darkness," and organizing this years "Children of the Night Dracula Congress" in Brasov, Romania.

https://dracongress.jimdo.com/

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]]> Dax Stokes/Hans de Roos Buzzsprout-828685 Fri, 12 Oct 2018 23:00:00 -0500 1957 Dracula, Powers of Darkness, Children of the Night full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I speak with scholar Hans de Roos, who is responsible tor the 2017 book "Powers of Darkness," and organizing this years "Children of the Night Dracula Congress" in Brasov, Romania. https://dracongress.jimdo.com/ Support the show Interview with Dacre Stoker Interview with Dacre Stoker Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I talk with Dacre Stoker, great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker, and co-author of the new novel "Dracul," in stores today.www.dacrestoker.comthevampirehistorian.com

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In this episode, I talk with Dacre Stoker, great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker, and co-author of the new novel "Dracul," in stores today.www.dacrestoker.comthevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes/Dacre Stoker Buzzsprout-818744 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 23:00:00 -0500 3235 Dracula, Dracul, Vampires, Stoker, Bram Stoker, Dacre Stoker full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I talk with Dacre Stoker, great-grandnephew of Bram Stoker, and co-author of the new novel "Dracul," in stores today.www.dacrestoker.comthevampirehistorian.com Support the show Short Interviews with Georges Jeanty and Ben Templesmith Short Interviews with Georges Jeanty and Ben Templesmith Send us Fan Mail

Happy National Comic Book Day! Last month, I attended the Dallas Comic Show in Lewisville, TX, where I had the opportunity to speak with Buffy artist Georges Jeanty and 30 Days of Night artist Ben Templesmith.

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Happy National Comic Book Day! Last month, I attended the Dallas Comic Show in Lewisville, TX, where I had the opportunity to speak with Buffy artist Georges Jeanty and 30 Days of Night artist Ben Templesmith.

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]]> Dax Stokes/Georges Jeanty/Ben Templesmith Buzzsprout-813508 Tue, 25 Sep 2018 23:00:00 -0500 666 Dallas Comic Show, Buffy, 30 Days of Night, Vampire full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailHappy National Comic Book Day! Last month, I attended the Dallas Comic Show in Lewisville, TX, where I had the opportunity to speak with Buffy artist Georges Jeanty and 30 Days of Night artist Ben Templesmith. Support the show Texas Frightmare Weekend 2018 Texas Frightmare Weekend 2018 Send us Fan Mail

On Friday, May 4th, I spent some time walking around Texas Frightmare Weekend, meeting guests, talking to artists and vendors, and picking up some cool artwork.Links to featured guests in this episode:outofmymind.cowww.MadlyMadeCreations.comtheartoforr.comjimfergusonmakingascene.comhorrorartist.com

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On Friday, May 4th, I spent some time walking around Texas Frightmare Weekend, meeting guests, talking to artists and vendors, and picking up some cool artwork.Links to featured guests in this episode:outofmymind.cowww.MadlyMadeCreations.comtheartoforr.comjimfergusonmakingascene.comhorrorartist.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-718878 Sun, 03 Jun 2018 23:00:00 -0500 646 TFW, vampires full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailOn Friday, May 4th, I spent some time walking around Texas Frightmare Weekend, meeting guests, talking to artists and vendors, and picking up some cool artwork.Links to featured guests in this episode:outofmymind.cowww.MadlyMadeCreations.comtheartoforr.comjimfergusonmakingascene.comhorrorartist.com Support the show TFW 2018 Preview TFW 2018 Preview Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I give a little vampire preview of Texas Frightmare Weekend 2018, coming up May 4-6 in DFW. Find out more at texasfrightmareweekend.com

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In this episode, I give a little vampire preview of Texas Frightmare Weekend 2018, coming up May 4-6 in DFW. Find out more at texasfrightmareweekend.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-686566 Fri, 20 Apr 2018 23:00:00 -0500 551 TFW, Dracula, Vampire full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I give a little vampire preview of Texas Frightmare Weekend 2018, coming up May 4-6 in DFW. Find out more at texasfrightmareweekend.com Support the show 'Salem's Lot Day with Jess Peacock 'Salem's Lot Day with Jess Peacock Send us Fan Mail

It's 'Salem's Lot Day, so enjoy this conversation with Jess Peacock about this important Stephen King novel.

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It's 'Salem's Lot Day, so enjoy this conversation with Jess Peacock about this important Stephen King novel.

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]]> Dax Stokes/Jess Peacock Buzzsprout-581092 Mon, 16 Oct 2017 23:00:00 -0500 1540 'Salem's Lot, Stephen King full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIt's 'Salem's Lot Day, so enjoy this conversation with Jess Peacock about this important Stephen King novel. Support the show Interview with Steve Niles Interview with Steve Niles Send us Fan Mail

This episode is a short interview with "30 Days of Night" creator Steve Niles, recorded on the floor at the Dallas Comic Show.You an find Steve at www.steveniles.comthevampirehistorian.com

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This episode is a short interview with "30 Days of Night" creator Steve Niles, recorded on the floor at the Dallas Comic Show.You an find Steve at www.steveniles.comthevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes/Steve Niles Buzzsprout-566849 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 23:00:00 -0500 768 vampires, 30 days of night full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThis episode is a short interview with "30 Days of Night" creator Steve Niles, recorded on the floor at the Dallas Comic Show.You an find Steve at www.steveniles.comthevampirehistorian.com Support the show Interview with Leif Pettersen Interview with Leif Pettersen Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I sit down with travel writer Leif Pettersen to talk about his 2016 book "Backpacking with Dracula: On the Trail of Vlad the Impaler and the Vampire He Inspired."You can order the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1533136599/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_70.rzbJTG7FJ1You can also find Leif at http://leifpettersen.com/ and on Twitter @leifpettersen

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In this episode, I sit down with travel writer Leif Pettersen to talk about his 2016 book "Backpacking with Dracula: On the Trail of Vlad the Impaler and the Vampire He Inspired."You can order the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1533136599/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_70.rzbJTG7FJ1You can also find Leif at http://leifpettersen.com/ and on Twitter @leifpettersen

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]]> Dax Stokes/Leif Pettersen Buzzsprout-526886 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 23:00:00 -0500 2903 travel, romania, dracula, vlad the impaler full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with travel writer Leif Pettersen to talk about his 2016 book "Backpacking with Dracula: On the Trail of Vlad the Impaler and the Vampire He Inspired."You can order the book at https://www.amazon.com/dp/1533136599/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_70.rzbJTG7FJ1You can also find Leif at http://leifpettersen.com/ and on Twitter @leifpettersen Support the show Howl About That Podcast Howl About That Podcast Send us Fan Mail

Today we have a crossover episode with the Howl About That Podcast. First, check out their episode about the 1992 film, "Bram Stoker's Dracula," and then listen to this discussion about vampire movies in general. Thanks to Spencer, Riley, and Xander for taking out the time for these episodes. There is one odd cut in the middle where we thought that the weather sirens were going off, so I apologize for the quick edit. You can find them at howlaboutthat.com.

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Today we have a crossover episode with the Howl About That Podcast. First, check out their episode about the 1992 film, "Bram Stoker's Dracula," and then listen to this discussion about vampire movies in general. Thanks to Spencer, Riley, and Xander for taking out the time for these episodes. There is one odd cut in the middle where we thought that the weather sirens were going off, so I apologize for the quick edit. You can find them at howlaboutthat.com.

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-514986 Thu, 18 May 2017 23:00:00 -0500 3001 Dracula, vampires, howl about that full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailToday we have a crossover episode with the Howl About That Podcast. First, check out their episode about the 1992 film, "Bram Stoker's Dracula," and then listen to this discussion about vampire movies in general. Thanks to Spencer, Riley, and Xander for taking out the time for these episodes. There is one odd cut in the middle where we thought that the weather sirens were going off, so I apologize for the quick edit. You can find them at howlaboutthat.com. Support the show Texas Frightmare Weekend Texas Frightmare Weekend Send us Fan Mail

On Saturday, May 6th, I attended the Texas Frightmare Weekend convention in Dallas. I was able attend the Fright Night panel, and meet director Tom Holland, along with actors William Ragsdale and Amanda Bearse. I also had a chance to speak with Udo Kier and Malcom McDowell. Rounding out the day, I spoke with a convention goer cosplaying as Vlad the Impaler from the 1992 "Bram Stoker's Dracula."

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On Saturday, May 6th, I attended the Texas Frightmare Weekend convention in Dallas. I was able attend the Fright Night panel, and meet director Tom Holland, along with actors William Ragsdale and Amanda Bearse. I also had a chance to speak with Udo Kier and Malcom McDowell. Rounding out the day, I spoke with a convention goer cosplaying as Vlad the Impaler from the 1992 "Bram Stoker's Dracula."

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-513153 Sat, 13 May 2017 23:00:00 -0500 1179 vampires, Texas Frightmare Weekend full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailOn Saturday, May 6th, I attended the Texas Frightmare Weekend convention in Dallas. I was able attend the Fright Night panel, and meet director Tom Holland, along with actors William Ragsdale and Amanda Bearse. I also had a chance to speak with Udo Kier and Malcom McDowell. Rounding out the day, I spoke with a convention goer cosplaying as Vlad the Impaler from the 1992 "Bram Stoker's Dracula." Support the show May in DFW: Texas Frightmare Weekend, World Dracula Day Symposium, and Famous Monsters Convention May in DFW: Texas Frightmare Weekend, World Dracula Day Symposium, and Famous Monsters Convention Send us Fan Mail

This May is a busy one for DFW area vampire fans. Join me as I give a run down of Texas Frightmare Weekend's vampire offerings; some more information about the World Dracula Day Symposium that I'm organizing; and a new convention to Dallas, the Famous Monsters Convention.www.texasfrightmareweekend.comwww.nctc.edu/draculawww.famousmonsters.com

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This May is a busy one for DFW area vampire fans. Join me as I give a run down of Texas Frightmare Weekend's vampire offerings; some more information about the World Dracula Day Symposium that I'm organizing; and a new convention to Dallas, the Famous Monsters Convention.www.texasfrightmareweekend.comwww.nctc.edu/draculawww.famousmonsters.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-503059 Wed, 19 Apr 2017 23:00:00 -0500 737 dracula, vampires, texas frightmare weekend, world dracula day, famous monsters full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThis May is a busy one for DFW area vampire fans. Join me as I give a run down of Texas Frightmare Weekend's vampire offerings; some more information about the World Dracula Day Symposium that I'm organizing; and a new convention to Dallas, the Famous Monsters Convention.www.texasfrightmareweekend.comwww.nctc.edu/draculawww.famousmonsters.com Support the show Interview with Marv Wolfman Interview with Marv Wolfman Send us Fan Mail

Today I interviewed comic author Marv Wolfman at the North Texas Comic Book Show. Marv is the author of The Tomb of Dracula comic series that ran from 1972-1979, and is the creator of Blade, among many other important characters.

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Today I interviewed comic author Marv Wolfman at the North Texas Comic Book Show. Marv is the author of The Tomb of Dracula comic series that ran from 1972-1979, and is the creator of Blade, among many other important characters.

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]]> Dax Stokes/Marv Wolfman Buzzsprout-468888 Sat, 28 Jan 2017 23:00:00 -0600 1052 Dracula, Tomb of Dracula, Blade, Marvel, Vampires, Comics full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailToday I interviewed comic author Marv Wolfman at the North Texas Comic Book Show. Marv is the author of The Tomb of Dracula comic series that ran from 1972-1979, and is the creator of Blade, among many other important characters. Support the show Halloween Announcement Halloween Announcement Send us Fan Mail

A special Halloween announcement about the upcoming World Dracula Day Symposium 2017!More info at http://thevampirehistorian.com/symposium

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A special Halloween announcement about the upcoming World Dracula Day Symposium 2017!More info at http://thevampirehistorian.com/symposium

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-438257 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 23:00:00 -0500 462 dracula, stoker full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailA special Halloween announcement about the upcoming World Dracula Day Symposium 2017!More info at http://thevampirehistorian.com/symposium Support the show Interview with David J. Skal Interview with David J. Skal Send us Fan Mail

This episode is an interview with author and film historian David J, Skal. His new book "Something in the Blood: The Untold Story of Bram Stoker" is now available - https://www.amazon.com/Something-Blood-Untold-Stoker-Dracula/dp/1631490109/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477629975&sr=8-1&keywords=something+in+the+blood

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This episode is an interview with author and film historian David J, Skal. His new book "Something in the Blood: The Untold Story of Bram Stoker" is now available - https://www.amazon.com/Something-Blood-Untold-Stoker-Dracula/dp/1631490109/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477629975&sr=8-1&keywords=something+in+the+blood

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]]> Dax Stokes/David J. Skal Buzzsprout-436919 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 23:00:00 -0500 3298 dracula, stoker full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThis episode is an interview with author and film historian David J, Skal. His new book "Something in the Blood: The Untold Story of Bram Stoker" is now available - https://www.amazon.com/Something-Blood-Untold-Stoker-Dracula/dp/1631490109/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477629975&sr=8-1&keywords=something+in+the+blood Support the show Interview with Jess Peacock Interview with Jess Peacock Send us Fan Mail

This very special episode is an extended interview with Jess Peacock, author of "Such a Dark Thing: Theology of the Vampire Narrative in Popular Culture."I highly suggest you purchase his book now if you are at all interested in the connections between vampires and Christianity in literature, television, and film.https://www.amazon.com/Such-Dark-Thing-Theology-Narrative/dp/1620327198/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477369279&sr=8-1&keywords=such+a+dark+thing

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This very special episode is an extended interview with Jess Peacock, author of "Such a Dark Thing: Theology of the Vampire Narrative in Popular Culture."I highly suggest you purchase his book now if you are at all interested in the connections between vampires and Christianity in literature, television, and film.https://www.amazon.com/Such-Dark-Thing-Theology-Narrative/dp/1620327198/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477369279&sr=8-1&keywords=such+a+dark+thing

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]]> Dax Stokes/Jess Peacock Buzzsprout-436005 Mon, 24 Oct 2016 23:00:00 -0500 4959 vampires, theology, christianity, salem's lot, fright night full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThis very special episode is an extended interview with Jess Peacock, author of "Such a Dark Thing: Theology of the Vampire Narrative in Popular Culture."I highly suggest you purchase his book now if you are at all interested in the connections between vampires and Christianity in literature, television, and film.https://www.amazon.com/Such-Dark-Thing-Theology-Narrative/dp/1620327198/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1477369279&sr=8-1&keywords=such+a+dark+thing Support the show October 2016 News & Updates October 2016 News & Updates Send us Fan Mail

In this episode I talk about some of the current vampire-related news, including new and upcoming books; the World Dracula Congress; the Halloween Bran Castle contest with Airbnb; the new Vampire World Documentary trailer from Father Sebastiaan; and a teaser for another Texas symposium in 2017.thevampirehistorian.com

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In this episode I talk about some of the current vampire-related news, including new and upcoming books; the World Dracula Congress; the Halloween Bran Castle contest with Airbnb; the new Vampire World Documentary trailer from Father Sebastiaan; and a teaser for another Texas symposium in 2017.thevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-433359 Mon, 17 Oct 2016 23:00:00 -0500 477 vampires full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about some of the current vampire-related news, including new and upcoming books; the World Dracula Congress; the Halloween Bran Castle contest with Airbnb; the new Vampire World Documentary trailer from Father Sebastiaan; and a teaser for another Texas symposium in 2017.thevampirehistorian.com Support the show Interview with Father Sebastiaan Interview with Father Sebastiaan Send us Fan Mail

In this episode, I sit down with fangsmith Father Sebastiaan for an extended interview. You can find Father Sebastiaan at www.vampireworld.com, and as always, find the podcast at thevampirehistorian.com

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In this episode, I sit down with fangsmith Father Sebastiaan for an extended interview. You can find Father Sebastiaan at www.vampireworld.com, and as always, find the podcast at thevampirehistorian.com

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]]> Dax Stokes/Father Sebastiaan Buzzsprout-427931 Sat, 01 Oct 2016 23:00:00 -0500 2139 vampires, vampire salon, Father Sebastiaan, vampire ball, fangs, fangsmith full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I sit down with fangsmith Father Sebastiaan for an extended interview. You can find Father Sebastiaan at www.vampireworld.com, and as always, find the podcast at thevampirehistorian.com Support the show Space City Comic Con with Michael Welch Space City Comic Con with Michael Welch Send us Fan Mail

Memorial Day Weekend I attended the Space City Comic Con in Houston, and had a chance to speak with actor Michael Welch from the Twilight movies, in addition to meeting a few other people.

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Memorial Day Weekend I attended the Space City Comic Con in Houston, and had a chance to speak with actor Michael Welch from the Twilight movies, in addition to meeting a few other people.

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]]> The Vampire Historian Buzzsprout-387392 Tue, 31 May 2016 23:00:00 -0500 805 vampires full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailMemorial Day Weekend I attended the Space City Comic Con in Houston, and had a chance to speak with actor Michael Welch from the Twilight movies, in addition to meeting a few other people. Support the show The Scholars Meet the Fangsmith The Scholars Meet the Fangsmith Send us Fan Mail

Recently, Professor Gordon Melton and I met with fang maker Father Sebastiaan in Dallas. We even attended the Vampire Salon. Here is a little recap of our evening.

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Recently, Professor Gordon Melton and I met with fang maker Father Sebastiaan in Dallas. We even attended the Vampire Salon. Here is a little recap of our evening.

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]]> Dax Stokes Buzzsprout-360017 Sun, 06 Mar 2016 23:00:00 -0600 419 vampires, vampire salon, Father Sebastiaan full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailRecently, Professor Gordon Melton and I met with fang maker Father Sebastiaan in Dallas. We even attended the Vampire Salon. Here is a little recap of our evening. Support the show Fan Days Episode Fan Days Episode Send us Fan Mail

Today I went to day one of the Dallas Comic Con Fan Days. I was able to meet James Marsters, some vampire fiction authors, and pick up a Dracula comic that I needed.

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Today I went to day one of the Dallas Comic Con Fan Days. I was able to meet James Marsters, some vampire fiction authors, and pick up a Dracula comic that I needed.

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]]> Dax Stokes 316258 Fri, 16 Oct 2015 23:00:00 -0500 484 vampires, Comic Con, Dallas Comic Con, Fan Days, James Marsters, Spike, Buffy, Angel full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailToday I went to day one of the Dallas Comic Con Fan Days. I was able to meet James Marsters, some vampire fiction authors, and pick up a Dracula comic that I needed. Support the show Podcast Day & News Podcast Day & News Send us Fan Mail

In this episode I talk about International Podcast Day; some of the podcasts I like, and some of the upcoming changes to the Vampire Historian podcast.

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In this episode I talk about International Podcast Day; some of the podcasts I like, and some of the upcoming changes to the Vampire Historian podcast.

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]]> The Vampire Historian 311751 Tue, 29 Sep 2015 23:00:00 -0500 516 vampires, podcast day full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailIn this episode I talk about International Podcast Day; some of the podcasts I like, and some of the upcoming changes to the Vampire Historian podcast. Support the show Interview with Eric Nuzum Interview with Eric Nuzum Send us Fan Mail

This past weekend I attended Podcast Movement 2015 and had the chance to interview author Eric Nuzum. You can find Eric’s book "The Dead Travel Fast: Stalking Vampires from Nosferatu to Count Chocula" on Amazon, or visit his website at www.ericnuzum.com

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This past weekend I attended Podcast Movement 2015 and had the chance to interview author Eric Nuzum. You can find Eric’s book "The Dead Travel Fast: Stalking Vampires from Nosferatu to Count Chocula" on Amazon, or visit his website at www.ericnuzum.com

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]]> Dax Stokes http://www.buzzsprout.com/47412/294819-episode-6-interview-with-eric-nuzum.mp3 Sun, 02 Aug 2015 23:00:00 -0500 935 vampires, interview, Dead Travel Fast full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThis past weekend I attended Podcast Movement 2015 and had the chance to interview author Eric Nuzum. You can find Eric’s book "The Dead Travel Fast: Stalking Vampires from Nosferatu to Count Chocula" on Amazon, or visit his website at www.ericnuzum.com Support the show World Dracula Day – Mini-sode World Dracula Day – Mini-sode Send us Fan Mail

Happy World Dracula Day! Here is a special mini-sode of the Vampire Historian Podcast. Dracula Day Mini-sode Or, right click here for download Here are the books mentioned in the podcast: Dracula – Bram Stoker (Norton Critial Edition, Nina Auerbach and David J. Skal, eds. – includes “Dracula’s Guest”) The Historian – Elizabeth Kostova Dracula:…

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Happy World Dracula Day! Here is a special mini-sode of the Vampire Historian Podcast. Dracula Day Mini-sode Or, right click here for download Here are the books mentioned in the podcast: Dracula – Bram Stoker (Norton Critial Edition, Nina Auerbach and David J. Skal, eds. – includes “Dracula’s Guest”) The Historian – Elizabeth Kostova Dracula:…

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]]> The Vampire Historian http://www.buzzsprout.com/47412/294153-world-dracula-day-mini-sode.mp3 Tue, 26 May 2015 23:00:00 -0500 287 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailHappy World Dracula Day! Here is a special mini-sode of the Vampire Historian Podcast. Dracula Day Mini-sode Or, right click here for download Here are the books mentioned in the podcast: Dracula – Bram Stoker (Norton Critial Edition, Nina Auerbach and David J. Skal, eds. – includes “Dracula’s Guest”) The Historian – Elizabeth Kostova Dracula:… Support the show Austria Meets the Vampires Austria Meets the Vampires Send us Fan Mail

Episode 5 of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Austria Meets the Vampires or, right click for an audio download In Episode 5, I discuss the first of two Serbian vampire cases from the 18th century, that of Peter Plogojowitz. The only book mentioned in this episode is: Paul Barber – Vampires,…

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Episode 5 of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Austria Meets the Vampires or, right click for an audio download In Episode 5, I discuss the first of two Serbian vampire cases from the 18th century, that of Peter Plogojowitz. The only book mentioned in this episode is: Paul Barber – Vampires,…

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]]> The Vampire Historian http://www.buzzsprout.com/47412/294154-podcast-episode-5-austria-meets-the-vampires.mp3 Sun, 17 May 2015 23:00:00 -0500 372 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailEpisode 5 of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Austria Meets the Vampires or, right click for an audio download In Episode 5, I discuss the first of two Serbian vampire cases from the 18th century, that of Peter Plogojowitz. The only book mentioned in this episode is: Paul Barber – Vampires,… Support the show St. George Meets the Volcano St. George Meets the Volcano Send us Fan Mail

A new episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – St. George Meets the Volcano or, right click for an audio download In Episode 4, I discuss some of the interesting information surrounding the feast of St. George in Eastern Europe, and also the eruption of Mount Tambora and it’s impact on…

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A new episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – St. George Meets the Volcano or, right click for an audio download In Episode 4, I discuss some of the interesting information surrounding the feast of St. George in Eastern Europe, and also the eruption of Mount Tambora and it’s impact on…

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The third episode of the Vampire Historian podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 3 or, right click for an audio download In Episode 3, I discuss one of the earliest documented cases in Europe: the Shoemaker of Silesia. Also known as the Vampire of Breslau. Here are the books mentioned in the episode: Henry…

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The third episode of the Vampire Historian podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 3 or, right click for an audio download In Episode 3, I discuss one of the earliest documented cases in Europe: the Shoemaker of Silesia. Also known as the Vampire of Breslau. Here are the books mentioned in the episode: Henry…

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A new episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 2 Or, right click for an audio download In Episode 2, “The Librarian Meets the Collector,” I, the librarian, talk about the works of J. Gordon Melton, the author that has compiled some of the most important vampire reference works in…

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A new episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 2 Or, right click for an audio download In Episode 2, “The Librarian Meets the Collector,” I, the librarian, talk about the works of J. Gordon Melton, the author that has compiled some of the most important vampire reference works in…

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The first episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 1 Or, right click here for an audio download In Episode 1, “Stoker Meets Vlad,” I discuss some of the issues dealing with the common theory that Bram Stoker based his character of Count Dracula on the real life Wallachian Prince Vladislav…

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The first episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 1 Or, right click here for an audio download In Episode 1, “Stoker Meets Vlad,” I discuss some of the issues dealing with the common theory that Bram Stoker based his character of Count Dracula on the real life Wallachian Prince Vladislav…

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]]> The Vampire Historian http://www.buzzsprout.com/47412/294158-podcast-episode-1-stoker-meets-vlad.mp3 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 23:00:00 -0500 793 full false thevampirehistorian@gmail.com (The Vampire Historian)Send us Fan MailThe first episode of the Vampire Historian Podcast is now available. Listen here – Episode 1 Or, right click here for an audio download In Episode 1, “Stoker Meets Vlad,” I discuss some of the issues dealing with the common theory that Bram Stoker based his character of Count Dracula on the real life Wallachian Prince Vladislav… Support the show