Jim Childs and His Puppets

TV horror host and actor Jim Childs with his puppets from The Super Shock Show.

Horror Hosts Experience the Terror at Collinwood !!!

TV horror host Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls (a.k.a. Jim Childs) was among the 20 to appear on this special Halloween episode of Terror at Collinwood - a podcast that pays tribute to the world of Dark Shadows. Presented by that wickedly wonderful Penny Dreadful XIII (a.k.a. Danielle Gelehrter), check it out and treat yourself here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMKJvMXx0Ss&t=4s 

Mistress Peace Theatre Gets Sick !!!

I created this poster back in 2022 when I made a guest appearance as Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls on Mistress Peace Theatre hosted by the zany and wonderful Mistress Malicious herself. I had such a great time and I am very grateful to have been asked to appear alongside two of my favorite hostesses... the Mistress and her Magic Mirror. 

Cameo was also on board and, as some of you might know, I also puppeteer and do the voice of that wisecracking magic camera obscura. 

You can catch Mistress Peace Theatre on Beta Max TV, The Monster Channel, Otherworlds TV, Tingler Television, The Vortexx, and MAX-TV (Channel 43). For more information visit their website at: https://bordellomistressm.wixsite.com/mistresspeacetheatre/about .

The movie shown in this episode was the film-noir mystery Behind Green Lights (1946) starring Carole Landis and William Gargan. 

The Magic of Imagination

Thanks to Sid & Marty Krofft, this was my first gateway into the world of imagination. I wanted to be a part of a world where magic exists. It does. I found it through the visual, audio, and performance arts. 

Their television shows included H.R. Pufnstuf, The Bugaloos, Lidsville, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters, Land of the Lost, Far Out Space Nuts, The Lost Saucer, Dr. Shrinker, ElectraWoman and DynaGirl, The Krofft Supershow, Wonderbug, Bigfoot and Wildboy, Magic Mongo, The Krofft Superstar Hour, etc. 

The World of Sid & Marty Krofft website: https://www.sidandmartykrofft.com/ 

Terrence Sir (a.k.a. John Barclay)

TERRENCE SIR (John Barclay)

Nightmare Theater (Jan. 29, 1958-1958; KRON-TV; channel 4; San Francisco, California)

Voice actor, TV and radio producer John Barclay took over hosting Nightmare Theater as Terrence's father, Terrence Sir. It aired Wednesday nights at 10:35 pm. "To introduce Nightmare Theater on KRON in San Francisco, John Barclay enters as a two-faced monster from studio mummy's tomb wearing a grotesque mask on the back of his head and speaking in sepulchral tones learned during long years as a Shakespearean actor," is how LIFE magazine (May 26, 1958) described the host and the show. 

The Daily Independent Journal (Feb. 7, 1958) revealed much more information about the new host's debut and take over of Nightmare Theater: "Fans of the 'Nightmare' TV show have been startled the last two weeks to see a new face - and a bearded one at that. It belongs to Terrence Sr., father of Terrence Jr. who has been acting as host of the horror program on KRON. Senior stirred his creaky bones and left the comfortable dampness of his mummy's cage, just to return to life and see how Junior was making out with the television audience. During the course of a chat last Wednesday, Pop learned Son was doing fine, only he was getting a bit tired and and could use a little vacation. Now, you'll be seeing Senior on 'Nightmare' every Wednesday while Junior rests his creaky joints in the family tomb. Oh, yes, Terrence Sr. is really John Barclay of Sausalito, whose mannerisms on the air are faintly reminiscent of Boris Karloff. Barclay has had a long career as an... opera singer, dramatic actor and radio-TV writer [and] producer." The films shown were from the Shock! package.

FILMS SHOWN: The Black Cat (1934); Calling Dr. Death (1943); Chinatown Squad (1935); Dead Man's Eyes (1944); Dracula (1931); Dracula's Daughter (1936); Enemy Agent (1940); Frankenstein (1931); The Frozen Ghost (1945); The Invisible Man (1933); The Mummy (1932); The Mummy's Ghost (1944); The Mummy's Tomb (1942); The Mystery of Marie Roget (1942); Mystery of the White Room (1939); Sealed Lips (1942); The Strange Case of Doctor Rx (1942)

Uneasy Alliance !!!

Scene from Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show featuring all your favorite characters L to R: Mr. Nasty, Sicko the King of Ghouls, Silky Harlot the Spider, and Cameo the Magic Camera Obscura. 

When I first took on my horror host persona it was my way of contributing to the horror genre and reach out to like-minded fans. But I wanted viewers to only see Sicko not the person behind the make-up - Jim Childs - so, I tried to keep them separate. I felt that Jim would be a distraction from simply enjoying the character and the wonderfully creepy and bizarre world the ol' ghoul lives in. In time, however, I realized that to promote the show and do interviews, Jim would have to step in and take over occasionally. For better or for worse, you got to see more of the creator side of me.

Halloween Music Marathon: Side A - Preview !!!

Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls (Jim Childs) and the rest of the cast hosted a special Halloween music video marathon featuring various musicians and musical numbers. Aunt Clarice and Mama Lilith also return to join in on the fun. Special guests include other spooky TV horror hosts.

This segment features the BOO-bble Gum joke from the Music Marathon Special; also, Cameo the Magic Camera Obscura introduces the Dali's Llama band and Phoenix Comics + Toys' mini-figurine commercial.

Hannibal Ferox and The OUTLAW Hijack the Captain Isotope Show !!!

 Picture by Joe Reboy

Sicko-Psychotic became part of the Captain Isotope and the Enemy of Space universe in a 2-part Halloween Special, which aired on WBXZ's Retro TV station coast to coast beginning on December 4, 2021 and could be viewed multiple times throughout the month of December.

While Sicko (Las Vegas actor Jim Childs) takes on the alias of Hannibal Ferox, other familar characters from the Super Shock Show make appearances: Cameo, Silky Harlot, and Mama Lilith. This time, however, the role of Mama Lilith is played by scream queen Sherri Lyn Litz (Return to Nuke 'Em High Volume 1; Snow Shark: Ancient Snow Beast). Since Zusie Umali was not available to reprise the role, Litz was the perfect choice having played the mythical character multiple times in The OUTLAW series from 2013-2016. Because of this multi-crossover event, other characters from The OUTLAW universe also joined in. Needless to say, Captain Isotope (played by Erik J. Nielsen) and his friends had their hands full dealing with dangerous rogues at every turn.

For further programming news, you can follow WBXZ-TV on their Facebook page at: 

www.facebook.com/wbxztv

Ghoulish Shout-Out: Don's Breakfast Serial Show !!!

 

Las Vegas horror host Sicko-Psychotic and his pet spider, Silky Harlot, give a ghoulish shout-out to Don's Breakfast Serial Show for its second-anniversary special. Watch the segment here.

Preview of Episode 4 !!!

 

While Sicko and Mr. Nasty are up on the Sick-Shack's roof changing Aunt Clarice's diaper, Cameo and Silky Harlot avoid the Mail Mummy who is attempting to deliver an eviction notice. Later, it is revealed that Silky is a descendant of the Spider Goddess Teotihuacan and is an Aztec Princess. 

Las Vegas TV horror host Sicko-Psychotic presents the 1957 film Attack of the Aztec Mummy (a.k.a. Attack of the Mayan Mummy; La Momia Azteca) featuring Ramón Gay, Rosita Arenas, Crox Alvarado, Emma Roldán, Steve Conte, and Jorge Mondragón.

The English version was re-edited by Jerry Waren who filmed additional footage. 

This preview is from one of the host segments featuring Sicko-Psychotic (Jim Childs), Cameo, Mr. Nasty, and Silky Harlot.

The Origin of Silky Harlot !!!

 

Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show episode showing "Attack of the Aztec Mummy" aired on The Monster Channel on October 1st. It was followed by a Lamia: Queen of the Dark Halloween Special. The rest of the horror host lineup included Ritch and Triv from The Midnight Movie, Dr. Dreck and Moaner from The Dungeon of Dr. Dreck, Mad Marty and Horrible Henry from Graveyard Cinema, and Dr. Dread and Bucky from Dr. Dread Reviews.

SIDE NOTE: In this episode of the Super Shock Show it is revealed that Silky Harlot the Spider is an Aztec Princess! Who knew? Hahahah

TV horror host Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls is played by Las Vegas actor Jim Childs.

Episode 3 Promos of the Super Shock Show !!!

Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls and Cameo the Magic Camera Obscura appear on the TV Guide promo for The Monster Channel July 23-29, 2021. Episode 3 of the Super Shock Show "Journey to the Beginning of Time" aired on July 24; July 25; July 27; and July 28 alongside other horror hosts like Dr. Dreck, Gruesome Graves, Penny Dreadful, Mad Marty and Horrible Henry, etc.

 

             

 

 

Top Hat Squad !!!

 

Saturday night (July 24, 2021) "Top Hat Squad" on The Monster Channel: The Bone Jangler, Sicko-Psychotic, and Halloween Jack. Promo design by Stevie Gothling. Join us 24/7 at... 

www.TheMonsterChannel.com 

Time to Get Sick !!!

Great episode for the Summer... Vegas style! This one was a lot of fun. We even gave a shout-out of sorts to Sally the Zombie Cheerleader's previous Valentine's Day episode. Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show aired on The Monster Channel July 24, 2021. And later on WBXZ-TV. The Freaky Flick was 1955's "Journey to the Beginning of Time". 

Episode 2 Promos of the Super Shock Show !!!

Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show "The Blancheville Monster" aired on The Monster Channel March 12-18, 2021. Featured are the promos for the premier.

 

New Look! New Characters! New Show! Same ol' Sicko !!!

 

Sicko-Psychotic's NEW Super Shock Show premiered on The Monster Channel 

www.TheMonsterChannel.com at 3:30PT / 6:30 ET - Friday Jan 22, 2021. 

In addition to the main FREAKY FLICK (i.e "Bloody Pit of Horror" in this episode), the program also features WEIRD ADVENTURES (featuring serialized segments of "Starman" and "The Sons of Hercules"), MONSTER MEMES, and TOMB OF TRAILERS. Sicko, Cameo, Mr. Nasty, and Silky Harlot all return from the original show. Aunt Clarice makes semi-appearances and new characters, like the Sick-Shack, ET the Evil Tree, and the Mail Mummy, are featured. 

Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show is also part of Throwback Television's lineup of Friday Night Mystery Host Movie of the Week at WBXZ-TV 56.4 Buffalo, New York.

Sicko-Psychotic in Outer Space !!!

 

PREVIEW: Sicko-Psychotic (Jim Childs), Cameo, Silky Harlot, and Mama Lilith (Sherri Lyn Litz) guest starred in a 2-part episode "Hannibal Ferox" of the Captain Isotope and the Enemy of Space TV series. Characters from The Outlaw TV series also made guest appearances for this Halloween Special in 2020.

CHECK OUT: 

StudioKaiju for more on Captain Isotope https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX91...

Aceifer Genovese for more on The Outlaw https://www.youtube.com/user/666aith/...

New Title ! New Show !

 

This is the new opening title sequence for the new Sicko-Psychotic show (Sicko-Psychotic's Super Shock Show). The program features horror, sci-fi, suspense, and fantasy films hosted by the title's sadistic ghoul. Las Vegas actor Jim Childs returns as the King of Ghouls and now voices both Cameo and Silky Harlot.

"Sicko-Psychotic Theme" composed by Jerome P. Eadeh and Jim Childs

Captain Isotope Meets a Familiar Cannibal !!!

 

Meet the grisly ghoul HANNIBAL FEROX! A flesh-eating sinister dweller among the stars... he's calling for curbside delivery... the restaurant? The USS ISOTOPE!

A special Captain Isotope and the Enemy of Space Halloween Two-Part Episode, which originally aired Saturday, October 31st on Throwback Television at Channel 56.4, 6:00 PM!

The Crew of the USS Isotope crossed over with Las Vegas Horror Host Sicko-Psychotic and local Cult Movie Maker Aceifer Genovese of the Outlaw Film Series fame in a thrilling parody of the movie BLOODY PIT OF HORROR! That's right! A Tripple-Crossover! 

Hannibal Ferox (a.k.a. Sicko-Psychotic) is played by Las Vegas actor Jim Childs. Also, Cameo, Silky Harlot, and Mama Lilith appear.

The Haunted Library: The Raven

 

The Haunted Library - Ep 3: THE RAVEN by Edgar Allan Poe

Characters from the Sicko-Psychotic show host classic tales of the supernatural and macabre. These stories from The Haunted Library are read by various people who are credited in the videos. 

(Sicko-Psychotic the King of Ghouls is played by Las Vegas actor Jim Childs who also voices Cameo the Magic Camera Obscura puppet).