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Talks From The Crypt

Brandon Lea

Booking Overview

A cinematic long-form interview series focused on film, horror, true crime, and darker cultural subjects, typically featuring filmmakers, actors, writers, and horror or true-crime creators in relaxed, unscripted conversations. PR agencies could credibly pitch directors, actors, screenwriters, independent filmmakers, genre creators, and cultural commentators with distinctive projects or firsthand industry experiences; booking difficulty is medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 29

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 56.7k subscribers

Instagram: 13.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

brandon@expiredcollective.com

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Host

Brandon Lea - Host and interviewer focused on film, horror, true crime, and the darker edges of culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established actors, directors, screenwriters, independent filmmakers, horror and true-crime content creators, or cultural commentators with distinctive firsthand experience and relevant projects or media platforms.
Required Achievements:  
Notable film or directing credits, Independent film projects or genre productions, Established horror or true-crime media platforms, Experience in filmmaking, acting, writing, or genre culture

Recent Guest Discussions

Scout Taylor-Compton - Acting And Directing, The Halloween Franchise, Child Acting, Independent Filmmaking, Horror, Screenwriting, And Her Film Last Chance Motel.

Joe Begos - Independent Filmmaking, Self-funding, Maintaining Creative Control, Film Versus Digital, Practical Effects, Horror Writing, And The State Of The Film Industry.

Jessica Kolence - Horror And True-crime Travel Content, Abandoned Locations, Paranormal Interests, Conventions, Social Media, Covering True Crime, And The Psychology Of Fascination With Morbid Subjects.

Michael Kolence - Horror And True-crime Travel Content, Filming Locations, Conventions, Social Media, Morbid Subjects, Paranormal Interests, And The Horror Industry.

Recent Topics

Horror, Filmmaking, True Crime, Acting, Directing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Talks From The Crypt
:

#29 - Harold Schechter Returns (True Crime Historian & Author of “Deviant,” “Deranged,” “Depraved,” & “50 States of Murder”)

September 09, 2026

Harold Schechter is an author, true crime historian, and professor emeritus. He has chronicled some of America’s most infamous murderers, including Ed Gein, H.H. Holmes, Albert Fish, and Belle Gunness. His books Deviant and Deranged are definitive accounts of Ed Gein and Albert Fish, and his many other works include Depraved, Fatal, The Serial Killer Files, Hell’s Princess, and Murderabilia. He is also the editor of the Library of America’s True Crime: An American Anthology and a two-time Edg...

#28 - Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp, Victor Crowley, Terrifier 2, Scary Movie 6)

August 20, 2026

Felissa Rose is an actress best known for her role as Angela Baker in the cult horror classic Sleepaway Camp. Her career in horror includes Victor Crowley, Terrifier 2, Scary Movie 6, and over 200 more credits. She is also a producer and longtime fixture of the horror convention circuit.—Subscribe: youtube.com/@TalksFromTheCryptFollow On Social Media –Talks From The Crypt: https://instagram.com/talksfromthecrypthttps://talksfromthecrypt.comFelissa Rose:https://www.instagram.com/felissarose123...

#27 - Scout Taylor-Compton (Rob Zombie's Halloween 1 & 2, Talk Scary To Me, Last Chance Motel)

July 15, 2026

Scout Taylor-Compton is an actress and director best known for her roles as Laurie Strode in Rob Zombie’s Halloween and Halloween II, as well as performances in The Runaways, April Fool’s Day, and numerous other films. She recently co-directed the upcoming horror film Last Chance Motel, and previously co-hosted Talk Scary to Me, with Danielle Harris.—Subscribe: youtube.com/@TalksFromTheCryptFollow On Instagram: https://instagram.com/talksfromthecryptWebsite & Merch: https://talksfromthecr...

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Frequently asked questions

Here's some frequently asked questions for
Talks From The Crypt
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How do I get in touch with Talks From The Crypt?

Talks From The Crypt is hosted by Brandon Lea. Its publicly listed email is brandon@expiredcollective.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Talks From The Crypt?

The publicly listed email for Talks From The Crypt: brandon@expiredcollective.com.

How many listeners does Talks From The Crypt have?

Podseeker estimates Talks From The Crypt reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Talks From The Crypt?

Talks From The Crypt typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established actors, directors, screenwriters, independent filmmakers, horror and true-crime content creators, or cultural commentators with distinctive firsthand experience and relevant projects or media platforms. Common among recent guests: Notable film or directing credits; Independent film projects or genre productions; Established horror or true-crime media platforms. Recent guests include Scout Taylor-Compton, Joe Begos, and Jessica Kolence.

How hard is it to get booked on Talks From The Crypt?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Talks From The Crypt cover?

Recent episodes cover Horror, Filmmaking, True Crime, Acting, and Directing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

brandon@expiredcollective.com

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