Thursday, October 15th, 7:30pm
in person at Barrel O’Fun and live streaming on Twitch

Join us for a night of film thrills and real-life chills!

 

“Raw & Wriggling: Return of the Screwworm” by Stavana Strutz

Come learn about the horrifying scourge of New World Screwworm and what you can do to keep your animals and community safe. We will discuss the sickening biology of the New World Screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) and the past scientific discoveries and agricultural programs that successfully eradicated the pestilence decades ago.

Stavana Strutz is a disease ecologist researching how climate change affects vector-borne diseases, and a science communicator.

 

“Man vs. Nature: Decades of Monstrous Nature in the Movies” by Saul Ravencraft

Saul will look at the history of nature run amok in horror films. Starting with the 1950s, we’ll explore how what was showing on the big screen reflected what was happening in the bigger world.

Saul Ravencraft is an Austin-area performer, producer, and paranormal raconteur whose work blends mystery, folklore, horror, and the unexplained. He hosts live events and film programs that explore the strange, the uncanny, and the wonderfully weird.

This show’s talks will include mentions of disease and violence.

 

Nerd Nite happens at


the bar inside the
Alamo Drafthouse Mueller

  • Shows are (usually) the last Thursday of every month at 7:30pm.
  • The Barrel opens at 4pm, and the show is free, so arrive early to get a good seat.
  • There will be an intermission between the speakers, giving guests time to enjoy the venue’s full bar, including beers on tap, and a great food menu.
  • There’s parking in the garage behind the Alamo Mueller along McBee Street, and Barrel O’ Fun will validate parking for up to 4 hours. Look for the QR code at the ticket desk.
  • The Barrel O’ Fun website has menus, map and more.