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Sean Woodard
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Film Editor @DrunkMonkeysWeb | American West, Horror & Giallo Scholar | PhD Candidate @UTArlington | Writer | https://linktr.ee/swoodard7326
When you’re listening to “Don’t Go Away” by Oasis and hear “Anaconda be there when you’re coming down/Anaconda be there when you hit the ground,” because you recently watched the new #anaconda trailer with Jack Black and Paul Rudd.
September 25, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Looking for 2-4 more abstracts on gender & sexuality, queer theory, and toxic masculinity in Phantom of the Paradise. If interested, please email an abstract to phantomparadisebook@gmail.com. Abstracts accepted on rolling basis. Essay drafts due June 2026. Thanks!
June 24, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Open for freelance writing/editing opportunities this summer. I’ve 14 years of writing, editing, and tutoring experience. Available to work on creative projects, tech writing, transcriptions, as well as resume and cover letter consultation. Feel free to reach out. Thanks!

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Sean Woodard
Film Scholar | Writer | Educator
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June 13, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Hi everyone,

Sending out a reminder of this call for papers for an essay collection on Phantom of the Paradise. Since its tax season, I’m extending the deadline until the end of the week, Sunday April 20th, if anyone would like to submit an abstract.

call-for-papers.sas.upenn.edu/cfp/2024/07/...
April 15, 2025 at 9:11 PM
Reposted by Sean Woodard
'Bluesky has overtaken its flailing rival X in hosting posts related to new academic research, indicating the platform is fast becoming the go-to place for scholars to share their work.'
X’s dominance ‘over’ as Bluesky becomes new hub for research
Data indicates more scholars turning to alternative social media site to post about their work after Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover
www.timeshighereducation.com
April 9, 2025 at 7:14 AM
Deadline Extended until April 15th!

Call for Papers:

Seeking abstracts for a peer-reviewed edited collection on Brian De Palma’s cult classic Phantom of the Paradise. See full CFP details here: call-for-papers.sas.upenn.edu/cfp/2024/07/...
February 27, 2025 at 1:45 AM
The Fall 2024 Supplement issue of Global Insight: A Journal of Critical Human Science and Culture was recently published, edited by yours truly. Read the great student scholarship within: globalinsight.journal.library.uta.edu/index.php/gl...
Vol. 5 (2024): Fall 2024 Supplement | Global Insight: A Journal of Critical Human Science and Culture
globalinsight.journal.library.uta.edu
December 21, 2024 at 11:33 PM
Today, Michele Brittany and I submitted No Harm Ever Came From Reading a Book: Critical Essays on The Mummy Franchise, to University Press of Mississippi for peer review. It’s been a long journey to this point. Much thanks to Michele and all the writers who contributed essays to this collection.
December 1, 2024 at 11:44 PM
Reposted by Sean Woodard
The starter pack in question:
November 24, 2024 at 7:04 PM
Well done, The Point Weekly. As an alumnus of PLNU, all these issues are importantly to me. lomabeat.com/dear-point-l...
Dear Point Loma Nazarene University Board of Trustees
Dear Point Loma Nazarene University Board of Trustees, As members of the press, we not only take on the roles of informing and entertaining our community, but also of becoming watchdogs – to ensure…
lomabeat.com
November 22, 2024 at 12:18 AM
My latest article for PLNU’s Viewpoint follows Dustin Ansley and Ben Hammond as they venture to Everest Base Camp. viewpoint.pointloma.edu/such-great-h...
Such Great Heights: Ascending to Everest Base Camp
Dustin Ansley and Ben Hammond share their experience with climbing up to Mount Everest's base camp.
viewpoint.pointloma.edu
November 7, 2024 at 5:55 PM
Publication Day! My academic article, “Giving Voice to Her Craft: Workshopping Emily Dickinson’s Poetry as an Effective Teaching Strategy in Undergraduate Literature Courses” was published in CCTE Studies, vol. 89, no. 1 (October 2024)!
October 16, 2024 at 10:26 PM
Presenting research for the first time at the Western Literature Association conference this week in Tucson, AZ. Excited to network and attend paper panels. Had the opportunity to hear Ofelia Zepeda and @sgj.bsky.social read at the opening reception last night. #westernlit2024
October 3, 2024 at 3:47 PM
I interviewed NSF fellowship recipient Micah Karahadian for my latest article for Point Loma Nazarene University’s Viewpoint: viewpoint.pointloma.edu/plnu-alum-mi...
PLNU Alum Micah Karahadian Awarded National Science Foundation Fellowship
Karahadian’s ultimate goal is to either teach or run a research lab at a university. He believes that experience in national labs enriches teachers and prepares them to mentor the next generation of s...
viewpoint.pointloma.edu
August 16, 2024 at 1:00 AM
My latest article for PLNU’s Viewpoint where I interview Chelsey Kamen about her communication and art career. Read it here: viewpoint.pointloma.edu/chelsey-kame...
Chelsey Kamen’s Colorful Career in Communications
Chelsey Kamen blends her passion for art and business, excelling as a Senior Account Manager at Intesa Communications in San Diego.
viewpoint.pointloma.edu
August 9, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Call for Papers: Seeking abstracts for an academic edited collection on Brian De Palma’s Phantom of the Paradise. Abstract deadline November 15, 2024. See the full CFP here: call-for-papers.sas.upenn.edu/cfp/2024/07/...
August 1, 2024 at 4:53 PM
The annual Pop Culture issue of @drunkmonkeysweb.bsky.social is here! Read all the great work within:
It's here, it's queer, it's pop, it's hot, it's cool, it rules the school. The annual Pop Culture issue is alive and we want you to read it here:

www.drunkmonkeys.us/issue-94-apr...
April 30, 2024 at 1:49 AM
Presented on the efficacy of public health protocols in “The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then the Bigfoot” today at UTA’s English Graduate Student Association conference.
April 19, 2024 at 3:40 PM
Happy to announce the publication of Global Insight: A Journal of Critical Human Science and Culture, Vol. 4 (Winter 2024 Issue), of which I served as Assistant Editor:
February 16, 2024 at 5:42 PM
Started writing a new(ish) horror short story this evening to ring in the new year. Just took a break to grab a snack and surprisingly found a box of chicken dinosaurs in my family’s freezer. I am now happily reliving my childhood. It’s the little things.
January 2, 2024 at 5:30 AM
I interviewed Emily Thomé about her role as a grant writer for Plant with Purpose in my latest article for PLNU’s Viewpoint Magazine: viewpoint.pointloma.edu/emily-thome-...
Emily Thomé: Cultivating Community Engagement With Plant With Purpose
Emily Thomé bridges faith and environmental stewardship through her work at Plant with a Purpose.
viewpoint.pointloma.edu
December 5, 2023 at 6:51 PM
The November issue of @drunkmonkeysweb.bsky.social is live. Check out all the great work within! www.drunkmonkeys.us/issue-88-nov...
Issue 8.8 / November 2023 | Drunk Monkeys | Literature, Film, Television
Our March issue, featuring poems, short stories, essays, and art!
www.drunkmonkeys.us
November 28, 2023 at 3:51 AM
Had a wonderful time hearing Zadie Smith speak and read from her latest novel tonight in Dallas. Thanks to Claudia and John from Whose Books for the ticket! :)
November 16, 2023 at 2:57 AM