On the sophomoric episode of Sect of the Weird, we throw out all previously-established conventions and enjoy the company of a mysterious guest, all in aid of getting to the heart of one of the most enigmatic voices in horror: Shirley Jackson, author of The Haunting of Hill House and The Lottery. By the end, our host won't be quite so comfortable in his warm study as he once was...

As always thanks to Arthel Hayes for her patience, dedication to, and talent at portraying the mythical "Margaret" and for providing the bookending quotes for today's episode.

Welcome back to the Adventures Await podcast! You’ve packed your bags and now it’s time for your first flight across the globe! Did you guess where we are traveling? That’s right, we’re heading to Spain! During this episode of Adventures Await, Brooke will give you quick thoughts and tips all about Spain and then a special guest, Noa will give you insight into Spain that you may not know about!

Jacob Smith takes listeners on a surreal voyage through one of the seminal works of Jorges Luis Borges, exploring the thin, blurry line between fiction and reality. Enjoy books like House of Leaves or Pale Fire? Then you'll not want to miss this one!

Special thanks to Arthel Hayes for providing the readings that bookend today's episode!