Chuck Tingle on Queer Horror, Absurdity, and the Power of Love
From satirical romance to horror as protest, Chuck Tingle talks identity, absurdity, and the radical act of love.
Happy podcast launch day to me!
I interviewed Chuck Tingle a thousand years ago in February and I’ve been holding myself back from sharing this amazing episode before the official launch day.
Chuck is such a fascinating, enigmatic character that you can’t help but feel happier for having interacted with.
In this episode of Sick Sad Lit, Chuck Tingle joins me to talk queer horror, absurdity, identity, and why positivity and protest can coexist in art. We discuss his transition from Tinglers to horror novels, how anonymity builds intimacy, and why Lucky Day might be his most personal work yet.
Let me know your thoughts on the first episode and who you would love to see featured on the podcast in the future (I’m booking guests for season 2!)
Just listened! I loved it. And I’m not even a Chuck Tingle fan but I’m intrigued by the new one and now want to read some of his tingles too!