In this spine-tingling episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the unexplained with Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater, co-hosts of the Monsters Lounge Podcast. With a passion for folklore, cryptids, UFOs, and all things Fortean, Jeni and Tressa bring heart, humor, and deep curiosity to the world of the paranormal.

We explore:

• The origins and evolution of Monsters Lounge Podcast

• Personal stories of paranormal fascination

• What it means to investigate the unknown with skepticism and joy

• Favorite cryptid encounters, alien theories, and Fortean tales

• Why this podcast is building a loyal and spooky-loving audience

Whether you’re a seasoned paranormal fan or just cryptid-curious, this episode is a fun, thoughtful deep dive into the mysteries that keep us looking beyond the veil.

• Jeni Monroe has a lifelong fascination with the natural world, myth, and folklore.

• Tressa Slater has always gazed upward, driven by a quest to understand what lies beyond the stars.

Together, they host the Monsters Lounge Podcast — where curiosity meets the creepy, and no topic is too weird to explore. From Bigfoot to aliens, shadow people to secret government coverups, they cover it all with humor, insight, and a shared love of the unknown.

• 🌍 Website: monstersloungepodcast.com

• 🔗 All Links: linktr.ee/monsterslounge

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In this episode of Alley Chats, we dive into the zine scene with rising comics talent Moritz Junker, a young cartoonist and passionate self-publisher from Milwaukee. Moritz shares the origin story of his comic journey — from making zines at age 14 to becoming the artist in residence at Lion’s Tooth, Milwaukee’s alt-comic and book haven.

Whether you're a fan of indie comics, a zinester yourself, or just love stories of young creators doing the work, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

🌐 Website: junkercomics.com
📸 Instagram: @moritz_junker

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On this episode of Alley Chats, we welcome the multi-hyphenate creative Patrick Hickey Jr. — a writer, professor, journalist, voice actor, and the driving force behind Legacy Comix. From crafting gritty indie comics like Condrey and Brooklyn Bleeds to voicing iconic characters like the Phone Guy in Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit and Macho Man Randy Savage in WrestleQuest, Patrick brings passion and perspective to every project.

We discuss:

• The founding of Legacy Comix and its mission in indie publishing

• How Patrick blends journalism and storytelling in his work

• His journey into voice acting for games and animation

• Advice for aspiring writers, creators, and media professionals

Whether you're a fan of comic books, gaming, or voiceover work, Patrick shares incredible insights on what it takes to make a lasting mark in multiple creative fields.

Patrick Hickey Jr. is a full-time Assistant Professor of Communications and Director of the Journalism Program at Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, NY. He also serves as Chairman of the CUNY Journalism Discipline Council. Outside academia, Patrick is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of ReviewFix.com and Legacy Comix, where he's created original comic series such as Condrey, The Job, Brooklyn Bleeds, and Name Not Found.

He's also an accomplished voice actor, known for roles like Phone Guy in Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit and Macho Man Randy Savage in WrestleQuest.

• 📘 Amazon Author Page: Patrick Hickey Jr. on Amazon

• 🛒 Legacy Comix Store: LegacyComix.com/shop

• 📘 Facebook: facebook.com/PatrickHickeyJr

• 📸 Instagram: @PatrickHickeyJr

• 🐦 X (Twitter): @ReviewFixPat

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