{"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":"Jasmine Crawshaw Interview | The Hangwoman & AHA Anthology (Episode 6)","slug":"jasmine-crawshaw-interview-the-hangwoman-aha-anthology-episode-6","published_at":"2026-04-18T15:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/jasmine-crawshaw-interview-the-hangwoman-aha-anthology-episode-6","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c320ef8","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/2c320ef8/12e5e45b.mp3","summary":"In this episode of the USDN Podcast, we welcome Jasmine Crawshaw to discuss her gothic supernatural horror story The Hangwoman , featured in the AHA! Horror Anthology. Set during a time of witch trials and fear-driven justice, The Hangwoman explores themes of corruption, systemic power, and vengeance through the story of Elizabeth Hill, a woman wrongfully executed who returns to claim justice. This conversation dives into the deeper philosophy of horror storytelling, including why meaningful horror must reflect real-world fear, social anxiety, and the consequences of unchecked authority. We also explore the resurgence of gothic horror and why themes of “otherness” and persecution remain relevant in today’s world. If you’re a fan of indie comics, horror storytelling, and creator-driven narratives, this episode delivers insight into both craft and meaning. 🎙️ ABOUT THE GUEST Jasmine Crawshaw is a writer featured in the AHA! Horror Anthology, bringing gothic horror to life through stories rooted in injustice, atmosphere, and psychological depth. 🌐 https://www.jasminegcrawshaw.com/ 📸 https://www.instagram.com/jasmine_g_crawshaw/ 📺 SUBSCRIBE TO USDN 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 🤝 SUPPORT THE SHOW 🛒 BCW Supplies (Code: USDN) 👉 https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn Affiliate disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code. 📩 BUSINESS / MEDIA INQUIRIES thechairman@usdnpodcast.com 📱 FOLLOW USDN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usdn_podcast/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@usdn_podcast Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/usdn-chairman.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/usdepartmentofnerds Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/usdn_chairman The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life #indiecomics #horrorcomics #gothichorror #AHAantholo…","meta_description":"In this episode of the USDN Podcast, we welcome Jasmine Crawshaw to discuss her gothic supernatural horror story The Hangwoman , featured in the AHA! Horr…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4609,"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/jasmine-crawshaw-interview-the-hangwoman-aha-anthology-episode-6/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/jasmine-crawshaw-interview-the-hangwoman-aha-anthology-episode-6.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}