# Horror Cosplay Changed His Life | SoCal Leatherface | HORRORBLE Podcast

An episode of [HORRORble Podcast](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1843424690), 8 Oct 2025, 48 min.

Audio: https://anchor.fm/s/fc0a2330/podcast/play/109345885/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-9-7%2F408840097-44100-2-acab78dadff17.mp3

Askia "The Boogeyman" Booker sits down with SoCal Leatherface to explore horror's dark corners and the therapeutic escape it provides. From a life-changing viewing of Texas Chainsaw Massacre at age 12 to unexplained encounters in the wilderness, this episode dives into the psychology of fear and the freedom found in cosplay. Join us for an intimate look at how horror shapes our relationship with fear. SoCal Leatherface shares his journey into becoming a renowned Leatherface cosplayer, revealing how the character's communication struggles and anxiety mirror his own experiences. The conversation explores the raw power of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the evolution of horror franchises, and unexplained encounters during solo camping trips. The episode takes a deeper turn as we discuss how horror provides a controlled environment to process trauma and fear. Whether you're a horror aficionado or someone seeking to understand the genre's appeal, this conversation offers unique insights into how facing fictional terrors can help us manage real-life anxieties. Produced by Q6 Media https://q6.media

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