Last Podcast On The Left
Last Podcast On The Left
"I think something that creepypasta authors have never heard is second draft." — Ed Larson
"The ones that are left are no sleepers. They're going made into fucking movies. Yeah, and TV shows these days." — Marcus Parks
"I love it. There's been so many. I will say there is many in this realm of magic book. It's a book has been stolen from the Twilight Zone, funnily enough for forever. Most try, yes, most creepy pastas are... Twilight Zone episodes." — Henry Zebrowski
This episode of Last Podcast On The Left, featuring guest host Ed Larson, dives deep into the world of creepypasta, marking their 20th episode dedicated to the genre. The hosts discuss the evolution of creepypasta, noting that many of the more impactful stories have already been adapted into other media, leaving less novel content for fresh exploration. They touch upon the challenges of finding genuinely frightening and original stories, with a particular focus on the narrative structures and the authors' use of "second drafts" as a potential area for improvement.
The discussion then moves into the presented creepypasta stories. The first, "Be in the Big One," explores an unsettling sibling dynamic with implied darker undertones. The second, "Clear It Out," details a vacation gone awry after picking up a hitchhiker with a suspicious appearance and origin. The third, "Trust Your Doctors," presents a chilling narrative about a surgeon with a sinister secret involving his patients. The episode also features a graphic account of a birth video and a disturbing tale about realistic baby dolls that are ultimately destroyed by their owners.
The hosts conclude by reflecting on their continued engagement with the creepypasta genre, acknowledging its roots in classic storytelling like "The Twilight Zone." They express excitement for upcoming content, including their travels to Australia and New Zealand for live shows and paranormal investigations, emphasizing their dedication to their listeners and the ongoing exploration of unsettling narratives.