EPISODE #878 THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF EDGAR ALLEN POE Richard welcomes a TV critic, actor and author who discusses the life, final days, and mysterious death of iconic American writer Edgar Allan Poe. GUEST: Mark Dawidziak's many books include fiction and non-fiction, works in the horror field, and on Mark Twain, and volumes of theater and television history. A theater, film, and television reviewer for more than 35 years, he has been the TV critic at the Cleveland Plain Dealer since 1999. Also an actor and director, he often plays Mark Twain and Charles Dickens in productions staged by the Largely Literary Theater Company, the touring troupe he founded in 2002 with his wife, actress Sara Showman. An adjunct professor at Kent State University, he teaches two classes each semester: Reviewing Film and Television and Vampires on Film and Television. WEBSITE: https://www.markdawidziak.com BOOKS: The Night Stalker Companion Everything I Need to Know I Learned in the Twilight Zone A Mystery of Mysteries: The Death and Life of Edgar Allan Poe SUPPORT MY SPONSORS!!! HelloFresh- America's #1 Meal Kit With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Go to HelloFresh.com/strangeplanet50 and use code strangeplanet50 for 50% off, plus your first box ships free! COPY MY CRYPTO Discover how over 2,800 people - many of who know nothing about crypto or how to invest - are building rapid wealth the cabal can never steal. "You don't need to know a thing about cryptocurrency if you copy someone who does." Gain Access for just $1 CopyMyCrypto.com/Richard THE DEAD FILES PODCAST Physical medium Amy Allan and retired homicide detective Steve DiSchiavi solve unexplained paranormal phenomena in haunted locations across America. The Dead Files is your paranormal investigation podcast. Listen to The Dead Files wherever you get your podcasts. SUBSCRIBE TO STRANGE PLANET PREMIUM https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Use the discount code "Planet" to receive one month off the first subscription. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/