Monster Kid Playground

About Monster Kid Playground

Monster Kid Playground is your ultimate refuge for all things creepy, nostalgic, and monstrous! Hosted by John Faust, this podcast dives into classic monsters, horror films, TV shows, and toy collecting. Each episode celebrates iconic creatures, Halloween nostalgia, and vintage collectibles, offering a fun blend of analysis and nostalgia. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the genre, Monster Kid Playground is the perfect place to indulge your love for the spooky and strange. Join the playground—where the monsters are always welcome!

Publisher

John Faust

Category

tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2025

Latest episode

12 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Jul 2025

   Monster Kid Playground - Saturday Morning Forever! Chatting 80s Cartoons with James Eatock (Cereal Geek TV)

   Host Danvers interviews James Eatock of Cereal Geek TV, who explores 1980s animation, discussing favorite cartoons like He-Man and Ghostbusters, and highlighting the magic and artistry of the era.

2. 

   5 Jul 2025

   Monster Kid Playground - Ghosts, Gunpowder & Goofballs with Jonathan Crouch

   Host John Faust interviews Jonathan Crouch about their experiences as tour guides at Fort William Henry, recalling ghost stories and youthful antics during their summers in Lake George, New York.

3. 

   21 Jun 2025

   Monster Kid Playground - Makeup, Monsters & Mouse Ears: Jeff MacKay’s Haunted Travels – Part 2

   Designer Jeff MacKay discusses the influence of classic horror on his art, early makeup interests, and the joys and challenges of Jack Sparrow cosplay in this interview.

4. 

   21 Jun 2025

   Monster Kid Playground - Jeff MacKay’s Pirate Life and Haunted Adventures (Part 1).

   Jeff MacKay, creator of Capt Jack's Pirate Hats, recounts crafting pirate gear and designing a haunted attraction in Utah, revealing backstage chaos in this interview.

5. 

   7 Jun 2025

   Monster Kid Playground - From Bozo to Bloodsucker: Count Gore De Vol (Dick Dyszel) Tells All!

   Host Danvers interviews Dick Dyszel, also known as Count Gore De Vol, about his career as a horror host and television pioneer, exploring his iconic characters and contributions to the genre.

6. 

   24 May 2025

   Monster Kid Playground: Zack Hoffman – The Voice of Zartan & The Heart of a Poet

   Host Danvers welcomes Zack Hoffman, voice actor of Zartan, to discuss his voice acting career, one-man show, and love for poetry, revealing the magic of performance in this interview.

7. 

   10 May 2025

   Monster Kid Playground (Ft. John Dimes) - Dr. Sarcofiguy Rises!

   🎙️ Monster Kid Playground | Ep. 1.4 - Guest: John Dimes aka Dr. Sarcofiguy! 🎃Welcome to Monster Kid Playground, the official podcast spin-off of Demented Features! I’m your host, John Faust — horror fan, screenwriter, and the warped mind behind Danvers, your favorite late-night horror host.In this episode, I’m joined by a true legend of the horror hosting world — my dear friend and fellow creature of the night, John Dimes, better known as the inimitable Dr. Sarcofiguy! We talk horror movies, the evolution of the genre, the strange joy of late-night TV, and what it means to carry the torch (or the pitchfork) as modern-day horror hosts. Expect laughter, nostalgia, and maybe even a few bumps in the night.🦇 ABOUT THE GUEST:John Dimes is a pioneering horror host, author, artist, and all-around renaissance ghoul. As Dr. Sarcofiguy, he’s entertained audiences for decades with his unique blend of satire, style, and spooky flair.🔪 Subscribe for more ghoulish goodness from the world of cult cinema, classic monsters, and the twisted minds who love them.👻 Monster Kid Playground is the place where horror hosts, fans, and fiends come to play.💀 FOLLOW & CONNECT:🎬 Demented Features: YouTube.com/DementedFeatures🎤 Monster Kid Playground on Spotify: https://bit.ly/4kaL0fn© 2025 John Faust and Demented Features™

8. 

   28 Apr 2025

   Monster Kid Playground: Patti Neff Tiven (Episode 3)

   🎙️ Monster Kid Playground | Hosted by John Faust (aka Danvers of Demented Features) Episode: Patti Neff Tiven — Theatre, Horror, and Road Trips In this episode, John is joined by longtime theatre collaborator Patti Neff Tiven for a wide-ranging conversation about their work with Weird City Theatre Company, their early influences on stage and screen, and, of course, their shared love of horror movies. Recorded during a road trip outside Austin, Texas — with a pit stop at Hooper’s Restaurant, famously known as the house from The Texas Chain Saw Massacre — it’s a lively, nostalgic ride through theatre, horror history, and true Monster Kid spirit.

9. 

   8 Apr 2025

   Special Guest Sneaky Raul Madblood | Monster Kid Playground

   In this episode, host John Faust is joined by the one and only Sneaky Raul Madblood, a true aficionado of all things horror! Together, they dive deep into the world of horror hosts, sharing fascinating stories from the past and exploring their enduring influence on today's pop culture. But that's not all — the conversation also takes a thrilling turn as they discuss the public domain, how it fuels creativity, and why it's a treasure trove for horror fans and filmmakers alike. Whether you're a fan of classic horror or just love to learn behind-the-scenes secrets, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in for a spooky good time full of laughs, insights, and a whole lot of monster-filled fun!

10. 

    8 Apr 2025

    Special Guest Penny Dreadful | Monster Kid Playground

    Welcome to Monster Kid Playground! 🎃👻 Join your host, John Faust, as he sits down with the incredibly talented Danielle Gelehrter (aka Penny Dreadful) for a spine-tingling conversation about her iconic horror host journey and her show, Shilling Shockers. But that's just the beginning! Get ready for a deep dive into her love for theatre and improv, her passion for Masters of the Universe, and a thrilling look behind her Terror at Collinwood podcast — a must-listen for all Dark Shadows fans. 🖤 Whether you're a horror fanatic or a pop culture enthusiast, this episode is packed with the spooky, the funny, and the unexpected. Tune in, if you dare!

Who has been a guest on Monster Kid Playground

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• James Eatock
• Jonathan Crouch
• Jeff MacKay
• Dick Dyszel
• Zack Hoffman

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 14 / 100

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Quality

29

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

0

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