John Wayne Lied to You
291 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsJohn Wayne Comunale is a bizarro fiction writer and band leader of johnwayneisdead. Join him as he recounts his insane but real life adventures
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Episode 163 - I'm Dreaming of a Virtual KillerCon 2020
August 10, 2020 11:53 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBThis week I pretend I’m out of town and stay in a hotel room to write, among other things, AND I talk about the success of Virtual KillerCon 2020. Plus, a portion of a chat I had with my very good friend wiriter/producer/comedian, Conner Clifton. Head over to my Pateon and join the Dollar Beer Club to hear the entire episode!
Episode 162 - The Punctual Musician
August 03, 2020 11:57 - 1 hour - 52.3 MBIs a musician being on time only a myth? Does such a thing exist? This week I discuss how being in rock-n-roll and being on time exist on separate planes where never the two shall meet, but what happens when they do? Plus, an excerpt from my conversation with podcast host and all around awesome lady, Katie Southard. Check out our entire conversation over on my Patreon!
Episode 161 - The Guestroom Mystery
July 27, 2020 12:10 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBThis week I tell a story of using rock-n-roll to solve a mystery. Plus, a portion of my conversation with author, Autumn Christian. Listen to our whole discussion over on my Patreon page!
Episode 160 - Interview with a Vampire Research Project
July 20, 2020 11:28 - 1 hour - 61 MBThis week I remember the first research project I ever had to do, and the odd direction I decided to take it. Also, part of my chat with author, Chandler Morrison with our full conversation available on my Patreon.
Episode 159 - Take the Last Train to Shut-Ups-Ville
July 13, 2020 11:10 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBThis week, I recall a passive confrontation between one of my old bands and one Micky Dolenz of the Monkees. Plus, part of my Patreon conversation with author/publisher, Sam Richard.
Episode 158 - John Wayne and the Seven Goddesses of English
July 06, 2020 11:24 - 1 hour - 48.5 MBThis week takes me back to seventh grade, Greek mythology, and striking out with the ladies. Also, an excerpt from my Patreon podcast featuring bizarro/horror author Charles Austin Muir!
Episode 157 - The Boy Who Cried Ms. Wolf
June 29, 2020 16:13 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBThis week I remember the art class that built the foundation for a lot of things I actually do today. Also, an excerpt from my conversation with award winning horror author Kristopher Triana. Check out my Patreon for our full discussion, and give a listen to the new weekly podcast we’ve started together called, Vital Social Issues ‘N Stuff with Kris and John Wayne! every Thursday!
Episode 156 - Hey, Dave IS Here Man!
June 22, 2020 11:24 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBThis week the band Monster Magnet gets me pumped, and I remember meeting the front man, Dave Wyndorf. Also, an excerpt of a conversation I had with Zack and Erica of Atomic Cotton. Check out our entire chat over on my Patreon.
Episode 155 - I'm Not Crying, Everyone Is Crying!
June 15, 2020 11:24 - 1 hour - 48.9 MBSometimes art effects you in a way we need to revisit from time to time, and other times all we need is the memory. I double up with a book from the past, and an old record. PLUS, and excerpt from my chat with Amanda and Jeremy of Southern Sun Boutique! Check out the rest of our conversation on my Patreon.
Episode 154 - Wood, With Wheels!
June 08, 2020 11:18 - 58 minutes - 63.4 MBThis week I remember an age-old tradition no one really gives a shit about, the Pinewood Derby. Plus, an excerpt from my conversation with Bizzong Podcast Host, Mr. Frank Elder! Check out my Patreon page for the whole chat!
Episode 153 - You Know Chuck?
June 01, 2020 11:33 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThis week I dissect the butterfly effect of what put me on the right track as far as writing. ALSO, an excerpt from a conversation I had with mega-bad-ass horror author, Brian Keene! Go to my Patreon for the full episode.
Episode 152 - Can You Pass Me Another Plate, Please?
May 25, 2020 11:41 - 58 minutes - 46 MBAs we slowly emerge from lock down we know many things will have to change. Such as, buffets. What the hell is going to happen to them? Here’s a fun buffet story as we watch them slowly go the way of the buffalo. Plus, and excerpt from this week’s Patreon podcast featuring Grown Up Story Time’s own Emily Hynds!
Episode 151 - The Wind Cried Scary
May 18, 2020 11:46 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBThis week I talk about how getting criticism is sometimes exactly what is needed to get back on track. It all depends on how you take it, and then what you do with it. Plus, and excerpt from this week’s Patreon podcast featuring author/musician Michael Allen Rose.
Episode 150 - Mother of a Name
May 11, 2020 11:11 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBIt’s Mother’s Day so this week I talk to my mother about how hard of a time it was for her to convince the public school system what my first name was. Plus, an excerpt from my chat with my favorite goth chicks, Jeanette and Mindy, about their art and vending at cons. Check out my Patreon for the whole conversation!
Episode 149 - A Messy House Is A Happy House?
May 04, 2020 11:50 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThis week I remember the first time I went into someone’s house that was perpetually messy, and it blew my young, well-organized mind! Plus, an excerpt from a conversation I had with my man Charles Steele aka @funkohunter803. Check out our entire chat on my Patreon.
Episode 148 - Mister Joey Primo
April 27, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBThis week’s episode has steamrollers, ice cubes, and mild hallucinations. PLUS, I learn the best way to watch Scarface. I’ve also included part of a conversation I had with my dear friends, and part of my con family Ashlee and Keira of Hancia Co. You can check out the entire wild interview I did with them when you join any tier of my Patreon.
Episode 147 - No Holds Barred?
April 20, 2020 12:10 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBThis week I delve back into my one and only foray with professional wrestling, and how I sidelined my tag team partner. Plus, this episode includes an excerpt from a chat I had with horror author/Splatterpunk Award Nominee, Lucas Mangum. For the whole conversation join any tier of my Patreon!
Episode 146 - L2V After Party . . . Spot?
April 13, 2020 11:51 - 59 minutes - 48.2 MBEveryone has a different definition of ‘partying hard’, and Letters to Voltron was no different. PLUS, this episode includes a excerpt from a chat I had with Danger Slater. Check out my Patreon for the full conversation.
Episode 145 - You Can't Do That On Public Radio
April 06, 2020 12:11 - 56 minutes - 46.6 MBThis week I tell the tale of the first time Letters to Voltron was on public radio with an ultra-blue performance that burned up the airwaves. Plus, it’s the ten year birthday of Grindhouse Press!! This episode includes a portion on the conversation I had with CV Hunt and Andersen Prunty (Carrie and Andy) about the last ten years, and an impending sacrifice. Hear the full interview/conversation by joining any tier of my Patreon!
Episode 144 - Rock-N-Roll Forever
March 30, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MBThis week I tell a story about rock-n-roll and a fast car opened my brain to the world of Earthly delights! Also, this episode includes a segment of my conversation with Horror author and Publisher Max Booth III from my Patreon podcast. Become a patron at any tier to receive the Awesome Dude 4 Life Boner (Bonus) Podcast weekly!
Episode 143 - You Can Never Have Too Many Eggs In Your Pants
March 23, 2020 12:24 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBWe’re all still shut-ins during these quarantined times, so this week I tell a story about a spontaneous trip I took to see Ozzfest in 1999 and the birth of Taint magazine. Plus, this episode includes a segment from my Patreon podcast where I talk to horror author Wesley Southard. Join any tier on my Patreon to hear the whole interview, and gain access to all past episodes as well.
Episode 142 - Get In The Van: I Can
March 16, 2020 12:05 - 55 minutes - 46.4 MBAmidst a may-lay of negativity and fear, I stop to remember what has made me realize and know that I CAN do the things I’ve set out to accomplish. It came about with some help from the Pacific Ocean, and one of the first tours I went on years and years ago.
Episode 141 - The GR8 TurbografX-16 Debacle or A Splatterhouse Too Far
March 09, 2020 13:00 - 52 minutes - 45.2 MBBack during the console wars of the late 80’s into the early 90’s there was a little known contender that suffered a fate brought on by a case of Too Little, Too Late. That console was the Turbo Grafx-16, and I had one. Unfortunately, I was also a little late to the party as well when it came to this doomed system lured by the carrot on a stick in the form of a game called Splatterhouse. Plus, this episode includes an excerpt from my Patreon podcast in which I talk to comedian and tattoo arti...
Episode 140 - Don't Cry Over Spilled Jordans
March 02, 2020 12:21 - 58 minutes - 50.4 MBWhen you’re a kid sneakers are a big deal. Well, I guess they’re a big deal for adults as well, but back in the day they were certainly worth shedding a tear over. Also, this episode includes an excerpt from an episode of my Patreon podcast, The Awesome Dude 4 Life Boner (Bonus) Podcast, featuring Jarod Barbee and Patrick C. Harrison III. Check out the full episode along with all the others on my PATREON page!
Episode 139 - The Sleeveless Bandit Strikes Again!
February 24, 2020 14:03 - 52 minutes - 43.9 MBWe all know how I feel about sleeves these days, but years ago I helped played a prank that may have started it all!
Episode 138 - The Great Snake Puncher!
February 17, 2020 14:15 - 1 hour - 59 MBThis week I recall a tale of a recent standoff I had with a snake that invaded my home. Also, this episode includes a clip from my Patreon podcast where I talk to my good friend from the road, The Vicious Jane! Subscribe to my Patreon for the full episode AND a new one every week.
Episode 137 - Days of the Dead Atlanta 2020 Recap
February 11, 2020 02:43 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBI just got back from Days of the Dead Atlanta 2020 and I’m going to tell you all about it! Also, I’ve included a clip from an interview I did with my friend and fellow horror writer, Tony Evans. Check out my Patreon for the full interview!
Episode 136 - Don't TOW Me, Bro!
February 03, 2020 13:25 - 50 minutes - 47.4 MBThis week I recall a time I almost had my car towed, and went through twice the hassle to get out of it. Double check for signs behind trees, because we don’t live in a cartoon apparently.
Episode 135 - Happy Birthday! I Did All Your Drugs
January 27, 2020 13:58 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBIt’s my birthday, so what better way to celebrate than with a tale from birthdays past. This story is about a trip to Austin with some pals, psychedelics, and puking in the street.
Episode 134 - The Great Beer Wahoo!
January 20, 2020 14:34 - 57 minutes - 48.6 MBThis week I recall a time when if you wanted to get beer you had to be creative hence, the great beer wahoo. Also, the cards tell it like it is in this week’s reading.
Episode 133 - AD4L Patreon Episode
January 13, 2020 15:23 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBThis week I’m promoting my Patreon by releasing an episode of the Awesome Dude 4 Life Boner (Bonus) Podcast available to my Patreon members only! This ep features myself and the great David W. Barbee and myself chatting it up in a Florida motel room. Check out my Patreon and help ol’ Uncle Johnny out if you can!
Episode 132 - Hail Satan! Now, Here's Twenty Dollars!
January 06, 2020 13:43 - 59 minutes - 48.1 MBI hate it when people feel the need to approach you so they can comment on or question something about an article of clothing you’re wearing. Unless they give you cash after they do. It still sucks, but it helps ease the frustration. Also, I win a battle but not the war in this week’s reading.
Episode 131 - Proctor and the Bitch
December 30, 2019 14:36 - 56 minutes - 46.9 MBAh, the theater. What a time I had doing plays in high school! This week I tell a tale of the ‘bitch’ heard round the world.
Episode 130 - The Great NES Christmas
December 23, 2019 15:16 - 51 minutes - 41.4 MBI’ve said in the past how working retail and customer service jobs destroyed any and all Christmas spirit I could ever have, but this week I go way back to the time of being a young lad when i was still elated about the season. Also, an all Pentacle reading has interesting things to say about my current situation.
Episode 129 - Oh Jekyll, You Devil
December 17, 2019 00:07 - 52 minutes - 96.3 MBI’m back from Jekyll Island Georgia from another convention, and a long, lonely drive. It wasn’t the best, but at least it was something. Excellent reading this week with the Emperor bring the good news.
Episode 128 - Wrecked 'Em, I Hardly Know 'Em
December 09, 2019 16:36 - 1 hour - 110 MBIt’s been a wild week of tabling at local markets and prepping for live readings, but this week’s story has to do with my first vehicle and its unfortunate demise.
Episode 127 - A Friday As Black As My Soul
December 02, 2019 12:36 - 1 hour - 112 MBAlthough four years removed from the retail/service industry working during the holidays left lasting scars that still haunt me to this day. This week I talk about working overnight on Black Friday while wishing a comet would strike and blackout all of existence. Plus, good stuff in the cards of this week’s reading.
Episode 126 - Days of the Dead Chicago 2019 Recap
November 26, 2019 20:07 - 1 hour - 110 MBI just rolled in from the Ol’ Big Windy Chicago where I tabled at Days of the Dead with my dude Micheal Allen Rose and my lady Sauda Namir. What a time was had! We kicked ass, and made some new friends. Also, the Pentacles are having me take a deeper look in this week’s reading.
Episode 125 - It Certainly Does . . . Suck
November 18, 2019 14:02 - 59 minutes - 108 MBThis week I remember the time I let vacuum salesmen into my house, and it turned out they weren’t entirely on the level. I also give the update on how having no day-job is going, and I announce the launch of my Patreon at www.patreon.com/johnwayneisdead! And, the Emperor leads the way in my reading for this week.
Episode 124 - Wizard World Comic Con Austin 2019 Recap
November 11, 2019 21:24 - 1 hour - 130 MBI was in Austin this weekend for Wizard World Comic Con where I tabled with my good buds, and fellow awesome authors Lucas Mangum and Max Booth III. Boy, it was slow. Really slow, but find out how the Predator and Batman helped get us through it in this week’s episode. Also, Sword on Wand in my cards this week.
Episode 123 - My Recap of Spooky Empire 2019
November 05, 2019 16:44 - 1 hour - 123 MBI spent last week in Tampa Florida slinging books at my first Spooky Empire, and in this episode I tell you all about it. Plus, I spend my first week as a full time artist, and the cards keep it classy in this week’s reading.
Episode 122 - FIRED!
October 28, 2019 12:16 - 1 hour - 123 MBThis week I was fired from my part-time day-job because I couldn’t work full-time, so that’s pretty much what i talk about in this episode. Also, the Swords are sharp in this week’s reading.
Episode 121 - Baby's First Hang Over
October 21, 2019 21:35 - 56 minutes - 104 MBThis weekend I had a great time at a party, and then paid for it with a trip to hang over city. It reminded me of even worse hang overs from the past like the one I talk about in this week’s story. In this case what doesn’t kill you makes you wish it would have.
Episode 120 - Uh . . . I Think I Dropped It?
October 14, 2019 10:08 - 1 hour - 130 MBThis week I had to deal with all kinds of bullshit I hate to do but must. Also, history repeats itself in the form of broken phones and fits thrown as I recall the time I had a not so positive reaction to breaking my phone. Did I mention I did it on purpose?
Episode 119 - Cherry Poppin' in The Big Easy
October 07, 2019 10:04 - 1 hour - 130 MBI went to New Orleans this weekend, and I couldn’t help but remember the first time I’d ever set foot in the ‘Who Dat’ nation. What a Time!
Episode 118 - Days of the Dead Charlotte 2019 Recap
October 01, 2019 00:24 - 57 minutes - 105 MBI’m back from another convention and am here to tell you all the thrills and spills! I was in Charlotte for Days of the Dead for the second year in a row slinging books, and spreading the weird horror word to all who would listen. Also, the Cups steer the ship in this week’s reading.
Episode 117 - John Wayne and the 420 Flood
September 23, 2019 10:04 - 1 hour - 114 MBWe got hit with some bad flooding in H-Town this week making for a very soggy situation, so i let you all in on what went down on my side of town. Then, I tell a story of past flooding and giant, icy dicks. Also, the Swords are keeping it sharp in this week’s reading.
Episode 116 - Scarefest 2019 in Lexington KY Recap
September 16, 2019 23:02 - 59 minutes - 110 MBHoly Kentucky fried awesomeness! Scarefest in Lexington Kentucky was rad as hell, and in this episode I tell you all about the trip, and my triumphant selling out of books! Plus, The Emperor and Strength bring balance to this week’s reading.
Epiosde 115 - Houston Zine Fest 2019 Recap and Acid Bath
September 09, 2019 12:48 - 50 minutes - 92.4 MBThis week I stayed in good ol’ H-Town to table at my third Zine Fest, and I can’t wait to tell you all about it. Then, I took some acid and that was fun too! Also, Cups and Aces across the board in this week’s reading!
Episode 114 - My Recap of Days of the Dead in Louisville 2019
September 02, 2019 22:26 - 1 hour - 134 MBI’ve just returned to Wayne Manor from Louisville Kentucky where i was slinging books at another most excellent Days of the Dead convention, and now I’m gonna’ tell you all about it! What a time! Also, the Cups would like my undivided attention in this weeks Tarot reading.