{"podcast":{"title":"The United States Department of Nerds Podcast","slug":"the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","podcast_index_feed_id":6458372,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3uR7wzHPN4OuGqAXjlJP-WKXevDcYxp6TefwvEFCYkI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMDE0/NzI5MzBlZGRiOGQ2/MzFlNGI2NzJiMzc2/MTczOC5wbmc.jpg","author":"Datfeelin Podcast Network","episode_count":126,"summary":"USDN Podcast is a cinematic indie comics interview series hosted by the USDN_Chairman and the Council of Nerds spotlighting the creators, storytellers, and worldbuilders shaping the future of independent comics. Each episode dives beyond headlines into the real journeys behind the books from Kickstarter launches and creative struggles to the philosophies driving today’s indie storytelling movement. This isn’t about rumors or recycled news. It’s about the people creating the worlds. Through in-depth conversations, creator spotlights, and crowdfunding discussions, USDN explores: • The rise of indie comics • The business of crowdfunding • The art of worldbuilding • The realities of independent storytelling USDN is where indie comics come to life for the fans, by the creators, and powered by the community.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T02:20:16.542664+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372"},"episode":{"title":"Duke Electric & Miguel Santiago - AHA! Horror Anthology Episode 2: Too Late to Save Them (Spoilers)","slug":"duke-electric-miguel-santiago-aha-horror-anthology-episode-2-too-late-to-save-them-spoilers","published_at":"2026-04-02T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/duke-electric-miguel-santiago-aha-horror-anthology-episode-2-too-late-to-save-them-spoilers","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/02e3faf8","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/02e3faf8/189503a7.mp3","summary":"Duke Electric & Miguel Santiago - AHA! Horror Anthology Episode 2: Too Late to Save Them On this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life , we’re joined by Duke Electric and Miguel Santiago to discuss their contribution to AHA! (A Horror Anthology) . This story explores one of the deepest fears imaginable, a parent realizing something is wrong with their child. What begins as a subtle moment of doubt evolves into a psychological horror story rooted in identity, AI, and the loss of control. We break down: The real-world fears that inspired the story How tension and unease drive the narrative The concept of biocomputers and AI influence The collaboration between writer and artist The devastating ending and what it represents AHA! is more than a horror anthology it’s a platform for creators to tell bold, unsettling stories and bring new voices into the indie comics space. Support the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/imchrisstall/chk-comics-presents-aha-a-horror-anthology?ref=profile_created&category_id=249 Follow the creators: Duke Electric: https://bsky.app/profile/dukeelectric.bsky.social Miguel Santiago: https://bsky.app/profile/migs-ink.bsky.social 📺 WATCH / FOLLOW USDN YouTube: http://youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usdepartmentofnerds Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/usdn_chairman 📩 BUSINESS / MEDIA INQUIRIES thechairman@usdnpodcast.com 💥 SUPPORT THE SHOW 🛒 BCW Supplies: https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn Use Code: USDN for 10% OFF Affiliate disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code. The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life","meta_description":"Duke Electric & Miguel Santiago - AHA! Horror Anthology Episode 2: Too Late to Save Them On this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4589,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/episodes/duke-electric-miguel-santiago-aha-horror-anthology-episode-2-too-late-to-save-them-spoilers/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/duke-electric-miguel-santiago-aha-horror-anthology-episode-2-too-late-to-save-them-spoilers.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}