Best Dark Swamp Horror Stories Podcasts (2025)

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931: Swamp Dweller's Favorite Horror Stories | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 931) 47:06

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DEEP CUTS Episode 56: A’s Brother Jude Joins Us for a Chat! 32:58

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This year’s StokerCon was in Stamford, Connecticut, which is just up the road from where A grew up! A’s brother Jude joined us for the livestream. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Guys, my brother Jude is the best. We should…

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SLAY Episode 100: Torn Between 43:32

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The aftermath of the attack on Callista’s club leaves a bullet-ridden Lincoln scrambling to heal in time for Phase II of Dante’s plan. Icepick is about to hear from a very unhappy employer. And through it all, the ticking time bomb that is Lincoln’s family finally goes “boom.” Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigl…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 55: Interview with the Scream Kings Podcast 29:46

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While at this year’s StokerCon, Scott sat down with Nathaniel Darkish and N.J. Gallegos, two hosts of the Scream Kings podcast. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Ghosts, ghouls and dark horror always leaves me with something …

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SLAY Episode 99: Get in the Van 47:23

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The gang is after Callista’s lover, Mercutio, who has a magical key embedded in his heart. They need that key to get into a vault hidden away in Alnwick, England. Magda’s pitch-black, cursed armor attacked Callista in her club and threw Mercutio into a wall of liquor bottles behind one of the club’s three bars. Is he hurt? Is he dying? Lincoln, Gar…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 54: 2025 Summer Movie Chatfest 39:18

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This summer has so many movies we want to see, we just had to talk about it. There’s going to be so much popcorn, you guys. So much popcorn. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Goodness gracious, I’m so excited about this summe…

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SLAY Episode 98: Let’s Dance 33:52

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Linc and the gang had weeks of prep planned for their raid on Callista’s subterranean lair in England, but Icepick’s hunt for Dante — and his rousting Dillon Cantrell for information on the goblin’s whereabouts — meant the gang had to move up the schedule dramatically. To break into Callista’s anemone-chamber vault, where she keeps a piece of her s…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 53: AI-Assisted Book Publishing Is Here 43:11

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A company called “Spines” is publishing 8,000 AI-assisted books this year. How does that work? What does this mean for the industry? It’s money-grabbing vanity press again, but now “assisted” by AI. We cover the Spines offerings, price points, and debate if this is good for authors. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by St…

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SLAY Episode 97: Proper Etiquette 31:20

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Icepick is at Callista’s, hoping for an audience with her so he can ask about the tracksuit-wearing goblin Dante Oganov, who tried to have Callista killed back in SLAY Season One. But before Icepick can talk to the Queen of Fire, he'll have to get through her first line of defense — Gariginald “Gary” Satyr, the club’s highly efficient, slightly jud…

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930: New England Horror Stories | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 930) 1:37:37

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DEEP CUTS Episode 52: Memorial Day: Writers Who Died In Combat 33:40

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Memorial Day in the US is to honor the men and women who died serving in the armed forces. This episode, Scott & A reflect on several authors who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set En…

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SLAY Episode 96: Date Night 48:43

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Lincoln and Dante have put together a team that can break into the underground fortress at Alnwick, where Callista keeps a piece of her soul and uses it to channel magical energy from a hideous anemone polyp farm. Dante is on the run from both Callista and the powerful mage Vestinian. Vestinian hired Icepick to see if Dante is in Lumencia, and to k…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 51: How Do Writers and Creatives Relax? 39:36

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Lots of folks have creative hobbies that help them relax and blow off steam. But what if you’re a creator by trade? What if you are paid for your creativity? Scott and A chat hobbies, downtime, and the importance of having a hobby, no matter how much you like your job. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg …

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SLAY Episode 95: Are You In or Are You Out? 47:05

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At Ariella’s behest, Lincoln and Billy traveled to Israel, to the Hospitaller Commandery of Saint-Jean-d'Acre, and acquired the Cursed Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure. Magda can control the armor as if she were inside of it through the ear cuff Lincoln took after killing the Lich from Lynchburg. An agoraphobic trapped inside the Old Stone Church for …

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DEEP CUTS Episode 50: Celebrating 50 Episodes! 41:57

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After 50 episodes, Scott and A chat about the last five years of livestreaming and the evolution to DEEP CUTS. A look back, a look ahead, and a great big thank you for joining us! Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment We couldn’t…

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SLAY Episode 94: Cantrell & Cantrell 33:26

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Lincoln needs to acquire assets for the great caper of stealing a piece of Callista’s soul. But before he and the Old Stone Church crew assemble the pieces of that puzzle, Aunty Juanita told him that his bounty hunting days are over, and she tasked him with sharing that information with another legendary bounty hunter. Speaking of bounty hunters, I…

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929: The Many Mysteries Of Being A Park Ranger | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 929) 36:15

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DEEP CUTS Episode 49: Should Copyright be Abolished? 53:55

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Recently, several tech billionaires have suggested that copyright should be abolished, at least for individual creators like Scott. What help, if any, is that to the creator? How might it benefit you personally? Is this just another power play by billionaire tech bros? We discuss all these questions and more on this DEEP CUTS. Deep Cuts is created …

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Short Horror Story: Rainy Day 22:59

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“Rainy Day” is a short story written for the upcoming charity anthology “Dread Coast, A Collection of SoCal Horror Stories,” which will benefit individuals and families directly impacted by the LA wildfires. Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 48: How Tariffs are Affecting Small Creators 28:10

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When there’s market volatility due to on-again, off-again tariffs, how does that impact Empty Set? From day-to-day operations to release schedules, tariffs can affect every step of our production timeline. We’ve already been affected! Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Pres…

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SLAY Episode 93: What a Goblin Wants 40:14

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Dante Oganov made a deal with Lincoln — help Dante blackmail Callista into giving him her turf, and Linc gets the ability to get his son, Sam, off the Shelf. All this while Lincoln tries to hide his affair with Ariella, while Billy tries to hide the fact he’s training with Morgan Stone in Cordis, and Magda tries to hide her ever-growing drinking pr…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 47: Making Fiction when Reality is on Fire 29:25

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When life and the world around you are chaotic and things are feeling desperate, does a made-up tale about monster hunters do any good at all? Scott & A discuss the hows and whys of creating fiction in desperate times, and where art fits in when the world is bracing for impact. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve R…

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SLAY Episode 92: You Insult Me 49:26

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Lincoln and Billy are in Cordis. Lincoln is about to meet with Juanita. Billy is sneaking in another round of training with Morgan Stone, former assistant to Kellius Droman, father of Delilah. After Lincoln’s meeting, he intends to take Billy shopping at the Clearinghaüs to see if they can find Billy a signature weapon, something Billy can train wi…

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928: Disturbing Entities In The Deep South | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 928) 44:15

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927: Lost In The Woods With A BEAST! | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 927) 1:04:08

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DEEP CUTS Episode 46: A Pro Writer’s Daily Routine 40:36

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As a pro writer and podcaster, Scott wears many hats: writer, marketer, technology expert, social media manager, face of the brand, and more. On this episode, we discuss how he fits in all the different obligations and manages creative speedbumps and other distractions. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg…

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SLAY Episode 91: Little Loser 45:24

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Dante Oganov is getting ready to make another run at Callista to take over her criminal holdings in Lumencia. Dante, with help from Lincoln’s friend and former lawyer Dillon Cantrell, set up a bounty to test Lincoln. Lincoln had to defeat a swarm of lagrounes, water-based undead that attacked from beneath the Bendelson Bridge near downtown. Dante i…

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926: A Creature Came From The Ritual! | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 926) 42:32

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925: STALKED In The Cornfields By A MONSTER | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 925) 33:20

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DEEP CUTS Episode 45: META Pirated My Books to Train AI 32:22

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What’s a hard-working novelist to do when an internet oligarch steals books to train AI? What if that internet oligarch steals over seven million books? Scott & A discuss the potential fallout. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainme…

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SLAY Episode 90: None More Black 28:14

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Magda successfully operated the Cursed Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure. Will the armor provide a cheat to her agoraphobia? While possessing the armor, can she leave the Old Stone Church for the first time in years? Lincoln’s brother Lukas and sister Sophia showed up unannounced at the Old Stone Church and delivered a message — the Clostator, the lead…

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924: Backpacking In The Woods Gone WRONG! | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 924) 29:41

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DEEP CUTS Episode 44: Twenty Years of Podcasting: The Monster Recap 54:37

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Goodness gracious, it’s been a couple decades! This episode, we take a chaotic look back over the last two chaotic decades of Scott’s podcasting and publishing career. I'm not going to lie—it’s delightful. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set…

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SLAY Episode 89: Armor Charmer 41:06

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The Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure is safe at the Old Stone Church. While Lincoln recovers from the hunt, the gang learns the armor’s interesting secret. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment Theme music is the song “They’re Watc…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 43: What Authors Wish They Knew Before Publishing 58:56

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Think once you get picked up by a publisher, your days of scrapping are over? Oh, sweet summer child, that’s not how any of this works. We asked a few of Scott’s author pals what advice they’d give, and we discuss their words of wisdom. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Pr…

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SLAY Episode 88: Dungeon Dive 37:42

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Ariella sent Linc and Billy to Israel to acquire the Black Armor of Sir Arnault the Pure, an ancient relic hidden deep in the catacombs beneath the Hospitaller Commandery of Saint-Jean-d’Acre. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Allie Press Copyright 2025 by Empty Set Entertainment The…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 42: Random Questions from the Junkies 20:22

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We were all set to talk about things Scott wished he knew before he got published, but the universe (and the internet) had different plans for us. If you ever wonder what it’s like behind the podcasting curtain, this one’s for you. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press C…

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SLAY Episode 87: Icepick 41:42

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Dante Oganov offered Lincoln a deal — help him get blackmail material on Callista and use it to force Callista out, and Dante would set Lincoln’s son Sam free. The offer brings significant danger to Sam, though, as Callista will not be happy, and Dante is being hunted by Vestinian — the man who ruined Magda and wants to absorb Billy’s power. Lincol…

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DEEP CUTS Episode 41: Listener-Supported Podcasting 44:50

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Empty Set is moving to a new model: listener-supported podcasting. We’re committed to giving committed fans the complete experience. Scott, A, and the live-stream audience chat about ad-supported, freemium listener-supported models. Deep Cuts is created by Scott Sigler and A B Kovacs Produced by Steve Riekeberg Production Assistance by Allie Press …

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SLAY Episode 86: Cute Pup 43:14

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The crew discusses Dante’s offer back at the old stone church. With Billy a full-fledged member of the team now, everyone has to weigh in on what comes next. As Ariella departs for home to think on it, Linc departs for a different kind of meeting. Created by Scott Sigler and Rob Otto Written and performed by Scott Sigler Production Assistance by Al…

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923: Deeply Disturbing Stories From The South | The Dark Swamp: Horror Stories (Episode 923) 50:15

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