Exploring the Left Hand Path With Shea Bilé

Shea Bilé's The Religion of Satan lecture
Shea Bilé’s The Religion of Satan lecture

I began to stray from my Catholic upbringing and explore other spiritual beliefs as a teen. There was something lacking in my religious education and so I found enlightenment elsewhere. It began with an interest in ancient religions and witchcraft. Then, my teenage self was in absolute awe when I learned there was a Church of Satan and that was how I was introduced to the occult. As I’ve evolved spiritually over the years, I’ve sustained a connection with the Left Hand Path. When I discovered The Crooked Path was featuring a series on the subject with Shea Bilé, who’s an authority on esotericism, I had to attend.

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Spotlight Feature: Ivotres Littles of Horror Movies & Beyond

Ivotres Littles of Horror Movies and Beyond
Ivotres Littles of Horror Movies and Beyond

“Do you like scary movies?” -Ghostface from Scream (1996)

This is the question Ivotres Littles explores through her platform, Horror Movies and Beyond. Her YouTube channel is a treasure trove of horror content, from scary movie reviews to celebrity interviews to explorations into the unknown. Through her features, she analyzes, in an entertaining way, what makes horror so enticing.  

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Blasphemeet: An Occult Market Experience

Vamp Jenn at Blasphemeet
Vamp Jenn at Blasphemeet

Blasphemeet is a bazaar that pays homage to the darkness and pushes the envelope when it comes to exploring the morbid and sinister aspects of existence. It highlights witchcraft, the occult, Satanism, eroticism and death, featuring vendors, performances, artists and entertainment that embrace these concepts. Here’s a look inside the nefarious festivities I witnessed.

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Vamp Jenn’s Crypts: Welcome to RavenWolf Manor

RavenWolf Manor in Navasota, TX
RavenWolf Manor in Navasota, TX

Imagine living in a Victorian house that’s more than 130 years old. Well, that fantasy is a reality for Lawyer B Douglas II and his husband who are the owners of RavenWolf Manor in Navasota, TX. The property is a majestic 19th-century structure that brims with beauty and enchantment. Be prepared to take a step back in time and into a spellbinding realm.

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57 Ghosts Séance Aboard The Queen Mary

Vamp Jenn attending the 57 Ghosts seance on The Queen Mary
Vamp Jenn attending the 57 Ghosts seance on The Queen Mary

Would you attend a séance on a haunted historic ship? The Queen Mary in Long Beach, CA, gives guests the chance to do just that with 57 Ghosts. The attraction is a theatrical experience that taps into the occult and supernatural, conjuring all sorts of mysteries. I was definitely eager to straddle the line between the living and the dead.

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Spine-Tingling Teasers About Midsummer Scream 2024

Photo credit: Suspiria Vilchez for Midsummer Scream
Photo credit: Suspiria Vilchez for Midsummer Scream

Hot of the press! The masterminds behind the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention, Midsummer Scream, have just dropped some major announcements. At Vamp Jenn’s Corner, we’re already planning for the biggest event of summerween and of the year, for that matter. I had to share some exciting news I recently received regarding what frights guests can look forward to for 2024.

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A Horrorific Valloween Gift Guide

Photo by David Underland on Unsplash
Photo by David Underland on Unsplash

Around here at Vamp Jenn’s Corner, we prefer black hearts, bloody red dead roses and moonlit strolls in the graveyard to commemorate Valloween. If you’re wondering what to gift a spooky special someone for Valentine’s Day, this is the list for you. I’ve rounded up a few gift ideas from small businesses and independent creators that are bound to delight those who bask in darkness, whether they’re a friend, family member or significant other.

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Odd & Macabre Events 2024

Vamp Jenn at The Boulet Brothers' Dragula Titans show
Vamp Jenn at The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula Titans show

Another year has commenced, and you know what that means. It’s time to release my annual Odd & Macabre Events Calendar for 2024! This is always exciting for me to work on as it gives me a teaser of what devilish happenings I can look forward to in the coming months. And I hope it does the same for you, so you can fill your calendar with all sorts of spooky outings.

If you’re new here, allow me to explain the purpose of this page. It’s to be used as a helpful resource for anyone interested in attending events that are related to the worlds of horror, Halloween, alternative subcultures and the macabre in general. Many of these activities occur in Los Angeles because that’s where I’m based, but I don’t want anyone feeling left out, so I do my best to list affairs happening across the U.S. and worldwide. I do as much research as I can and am always open to suggestions. If you know about an event that would fit perfectly on this calendar, just drop your recommendations in the comments. This is a work in progress as new events pop up continuously throughout the year, so bookmark this page so you can easily refer back to it for updates. Here’s to another odd and macabre-filled year!

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10 Sinister Facts About Krampus

This photo and top image by Alessio Zaccaria on Unsplash
This photo and top image by Alessio Zaccaria via Unsplash

It may be difficult for some to believe that the holidays have a dark side, but they do and Krampus is legendary proof. Tales of the demonic figure have existed for centuries, and his origins are shrouded in mystery. However, scholars have managed to uncover a few essential facts over time and truth be told, he’s more popular now than ever. Brace yourself because I’m about to divulge a few ghastly details about this demon of Christmas.    

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Macabre Holiday Gift Guide 2023

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Photo courtesy of Pexels

If you’re like me and procrastinate on holiday shopping, this time of year can be a bit daunting. However, with some assistance, you can swiftly check off friends and family on your list and that’s where I come in. I’ve returned with a revamped edition of my Macabre Holiday Gift Guide. It’s ideal for anyone you know that has an appreciation for all things strange and unusual. The items featured here are more likely to be delivered by Krampus and are sure to appeal to those who are dreaming of a black Xmas. Season’s Screamings, everyone!

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