The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

Mar 6/2022

You've read the book, now watch the series! In this deep dive into the first season of Audience Network's Mr. Mercedes, Losers Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, Ashley Casseday, and Dan Pfleegor discuss the ways in which the show improves upon the source material, how a good performance can elevate a dud character, and the cultural[...]
After releasing The Colorado Kid and Joyland via the Hard Case Crime imprint, Stephen King made his grand debut into the world of hard-boiled crime fiction with Mr. Mercedes. The first in a trilogy, the 2014 novel introduced readers to Bill Hodges, a crusty, retired detective who finds his golden years interrupted by the taunts of a psychopathic killer he[...]
The Losers close out April with another trip to prom with Carrie White, only this time there's no Brian De Palma, no Sissy Spacek, and no Amy Irving. Instead, they dial back to 2002, when NBC aired a new vision of Carrie that may or may not have been the backdoor pilot for a would-be[...]
The Losers head to Frazier, New Hampshire to review Stephen King's novel Doctor Sleep. Together, they weigh in on the True Knot, dirty dozens of dishes with poundcake, and argue whether King should have ever burned down The Overlook Hotel. Note: This episode was recorded in Fall of 2019 and is being re-published for our[...]
We interrupt our regular programming to give you a taste of The Lady Killers: A Feminine Rage Podcast. Our sister series -- featuring Jenn Adams, Sammie Kuykendall, Mae Schults, and Rocco Thompson -- celebrated the 50th anniversary of Stephen King's first novel by revisiting King's first adaptation. Brian De Palma's 1976 Oscar-nominated Carrie. Together, they[...]
Fifty years ago today, Stephen King published his first novel, Carrie. A lot has changed since 1974 -- the world, the culture, King himself -- and yet his debut novel pervades. Half a century later, Carrie has become a trope, a story we all think about when we see the curious kid in the corner.[...]
Here's a clip from our recent installment of Firestarters in which the Losers leave The Shop and come face to face with some scorching Stephen King hot takes from all of their testy Constant Listeners. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens, and here’s the good[...]
The Losers head down to North Carolina for a summer job at Joyland. Together, they discuss Stephen King's second Hard Case Crime novel, weighing in on the era, the crime at the center, and how it connects to an iconic work in King's Dominion. Spiritually, of course. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad[...]
Today marks the release of Stephen Graham Jones' The Angel of Indian Lake, the final chapter of his Indian Lake Trilogy. To celebrate its release, co-host Jenn Adams joins Scare You to Sleep's Shelby Novak as they speak with Jones about final girls, slasher tropes, and more. Pick up The Angel of Indian Lake now[...]
The Losers return to Mid-World to discuss the eighth and final (?) Dark Tower novel: 2012's The Wind Through the Keyhole. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lobstrosities is a Patreon-only segment of The Losers' Club that journeys into the barren wastelands of Stephen King movies and sequels. Today, in light of its 25th anniversary, the gang is unlocking their 2020 Lobstrosities episode on the 1999 sequel, The Rage: Carrie 2. Join Losers Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, and Jenn Adams as they[...]
This month marks the 40th anniversary of Fritz Kiersch's Children of the Corn. Starring Peter Horton and Linda Hamilton, the 1984 adaptation largely ignored King's Night Shift story -- and his own screenplay -- in favor of a more rote entry in the slasher genre. Join the gang as they return to Gatlin, Nebraska to[...]
The Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "How has Stephen King informed or influenced your personal vocabulary?", "What should be the first Stephen King adaptation for A24?", "Which Muppets would you cast for The Dark Tower?"; and "What are the three best and worst Stephen King sequels?".[...]
Here's a clip from our recent discussion on Tales from the Darkside, specifically Stephen King's entries. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes The Stephen King Archives, our Dark Tower Detour series, dozens of Ka-mmentary tracks for[...]
Nearly three decades ago, Stephen King stumbled upon a copy of Lars von Trier's Danish miniseries The Kingdom in a dusty Colorado video store. Roughly seven years later, ABC premiered Kingdom Hospital, the author's own take on von Trier's haunted hospital. While conceived as a miniseries, King was so excited about the project — developed alongside his Storm of the[...]
The Losers return to a very familiar place: 'Salem's Lot. The only difference? Rob Lowe. Well, there are a lot of differences, and the gang goes into all of 'em. Follow along as they sink their teeth into this sprawling TNT miniseries update from 2004. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit[...]
Since Valentine’s Day is next week, we thought we’d unlock a sweet treat for you: Our Valentine’s Day special from last year! We called it The Sweetest Slice, because in this episode, we played Kinky Cupid and tore out our favorite sex scenes from Stephen King’s works. So, if you want two hours of sensual[...]
This past December marked the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's Christine. To celebrate, the Losers are revisiting the 1983 adaptation of the 1983 novel -- more on that later -- with their first Long Watch movie review episode in over a year. Joining the gang for the ride is Kayleigh Jensen of the Glitter &[...]
The Losers return to Lisbon Falls, Maine for one last ride: to discuss Hulu's 11.22.63. Produced by J.J. Abrams, Stephen King, Kevin Macdonald, Bryan Burk, and Bridget Carpenter, the 2016 eight-part miniseries starred James Franco as Jake Epping, Sarah Gadon as Sadie Dunhill, and Chris Cooper as Al Templeton. Was it a hit? Did it[...]
Here's a clip from our recent discussion on Syfy's Haven. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes The Stephen King Archives, our Dark Tower Detour series, dozens of Ka-mmentary tracks for your favorite King flicks, all of[...]
The Losers begin catching up on all the adaptations they've missed during their chronological re-read. Today's episode sees them discussing Mikael Salomon's Big Driver starring Maria Bello, in addition to Peter Askin's A Good Marriage starring Joan Allen. Both films pull from Stephen King's novellas collection Full Dark, No Stars and both are from 2014.[...]
If you recall from last week’s episode, we’re spending the next two months catching up on all the Stephen King adaptations and anniversaries we missed over the past year. So, to stay on theme, we’re unlocking a very topical episode of The Stephen King Archives, our Patreon exclusive imprint in which your Losers search the[...]
Seven years, eight seasons! The Losers look ahead at 2024. Together, they share their own highlights of Season 7 and go over the Club's reading and viewing lists for the year. Consider this a big old teaser trailer. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers reach the last page of Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the sixth and final episode of their coverage, the Losers return to the present to discuss the tear-jerker of an ending, King's original finale, and their final thoughts. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We (mostly) kept JFK conspiracy talk out of our 11/22/63 episodes, as the story is best enjoyed on King's terms. We did, however, think it would be enriching to chat with some smart people about King's assertion that "it is very, very difficult for a reasonable person to believe" that Lee Harvey Oswald wasn't the[...]
The Losers continue their journey through Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the fifth of six episodes, the Losers spend their time healing at the Parkland Memorial Hospital, all before the big, titular day. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers continue their journey through Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the fourth of six episodes, the Losers go on a stakeout and get stuck between stations, specifically Dallas and Jodie, Texas. Yes, our man Jake Epping experiences what we call the sweet and sour of life as he gets lovingly closer to Sadie[...]
The Losers continue their journey through Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the third of six episodes, the Losers head back to Derry, Maine, all before road trippin' down south to Sunset Point, FL, Dallas, TX, and Jodie, TX. Things take a dark turn along the way, proving - as King writes - it wasn't[...]
The Losers continue their journey through Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the second of six episodes, the Losers head to Derry, Maine, where they reunite with familiar faces and meet a new villain in King's Dominion: Frank Dunning. Along the way, they also discuss the evolution of Jake Epping -- err, George Amberson --[...]
Look, we would've been perfectly happy enjoying 11/22/63 without getting into the weeds of the JFK conspiracy, but Stephen King himself took pains to detail how his research for the book convinced him that Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone. "It is very, very difficult for a reasonable person to believe otherwise," he writes in the[...]
The Losers finally reach Stephen King's time-traveling drama: 11/22/63. In the first of six episodes dedicated to the 2011 best-seller and Constant Reader favorite, they wrestle with the novel's origins, its themes, and its commitment to history. Along the way, they also try to pinpoint what this story might have looked like when King originally[...]
The Losers scan the nearby skyscrapers and gaze at the monstrosities watching from above. The stone monsters. The gargoyles! Join Losers Dan Pfleegor and Dan Caffrey as they flip through Stephen King and f-stop Fitzgerald's coffee table book Nightmares in the Sky: Gargoyles and Grotesques. Together, they discuss the impetus behind the project, King's essay,[...]
Here's a clip from Randall and Mel's Month of Halloween Hell 3, the Losers’ Club's Patreon-exclusive annual series in which Randall and Mel watch a horror movie every day in October and talk about it, returns for its third year, this time with fellow Losers Dan Caffrey and Justin Gerber along for the ride. It's[...]
The heat is on across King's Dominion. To cool off, The Losers' Club put on their shades, rev up their ol' Plymouth Fury, and feel the breeze in Hollywood King. Along the way, they sort through plenty of Needful Tweets. Topics include Stephen King's new short stories collection You Like It Darker, the forthcoming short[...]
The Losers' Club's Randall Colburn is joined by one of his favorite songwriters, Zac Pennington (Popular Music/Parenthetical Girls), to unpack the parodic pleasures of U.K. cult hit Garth Marenghi's Darkplace, a loony hospital horror soap that's maybe-sorta-definitely taking the piss out of Stephen King (in the most loving way possible, of course). The pair discuss low-rent '80s[...]
Here's a clip from our latest Patreon-exclusive installment of The Soul's Midnight, a Patreon exclusive series that allows the Losers to put down Stephen King for a moment and talk about some real-life spooky tales. Since we’ve just read Full Dark, No Stars --a collection of novellas all about murder – we figured we’d combine[...]
What a long dark night it’s been on this trip through Stephen King’s 2011 collection Full Dark, No Stars. After traveling back to 1922 and taking a detour through Big Driver, Losers Justin Gerber, Rachel Reeves, and Jenn Adams make a pit stop in Derry for a nasty little tale of schadenfreude and revenge, “Fair[...]
Today marks the 25th anniversary of Apt Pupil, the 1998 Stephen King adaptation that stars the late Brad Renfro and Sir Ian McKellen. Admittedly, it's a very controversial film to discuss, but to their credit, our friends Joe Lipsett and Trace Thurman of the Horror Queers braved the unnerving themes and backstories within the production.[...]
We all know Stephen King loves to write horror fiction, but he also loves to read it. And when the Master of Horror is looking for his next literary fright he turns to our special guest for this episode: Sadie “Mother Horror” Hartmann! Losers Jenn Adams and Dan Caffrey join the Bookstagram star and fellow[...]
Happy Friday the 13th, Constant Listeners! We have a special treat for you: Another series from the LC family. It's called The Lady Killers: a Feminine Rage Podcast, and it's hosted by fellow Losers Jenn Adams and Sammie Kuykendall, in addition to Halloweenies editor Mae Shults and Rue Morgue editor Rocco Thompson. So what's the[...]
Because it's spooky season, the Losers are dusting off an old Crate episode on 1999's The Blair Witch Project, a film that even Stephen King asked to turn off for being "too freaky." Where do you stand? Where do the Losers stand? Hopefully, not in the corner. Note: This was recorded in January 2021 and[...]
The Losers continue their coverage of Pet Sematary: Bloodlines by speaking with writer-director Lindsey Anderson Beer. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers return to Ludlow, Maine to review Pet Sematary: Bloodlines. Stay tuned for their interview with writer-director Lindsey Anderson Beer. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Our Full Dark, No Stars coverage continues! In the second of three episodes dedicated to the 2010 collection, Losers Justin Gerber, Randall Colburn, and Jenn Adams discuss one of Stephen King's most uncomfortable stories to read due to the subject material. The less written here, the better. What's next? Well, next week we're reviewing Pet[...]
Here's a clip from Jenn’s King Character Corner, our Patreon exclusive series that finds Jenn Adams embarking on a deep dive on some of your favorite characters, be it the villains, the heroes, the couples, the clowns, and everyone in between. Who’s on deck this time around? Holly Gibney! Hot off her latest appearance in[...]
With summer behind us, it's time to embrace the Fall season ahead of us. Be sure to keep an eye on your watch as the sun hits that horizon much, much earlier this time of the year. Before you know it? Full Dark, No Stars. Alas, the Losers have reached the next novellas collection in[...]
Here's a clip from our latest Patreon-exclusive book episode that sees your Losers leave the path of the beam and jump ahead to Stephen King's newest novel Holly. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes even more[...]
In honor of the 40th anniversary of Lewis Teague’s Cujo, the Losers count down and match up to identify -- and crown -- the best critter in all of King’s Dominion! Instead of listing and ranking, we’re gonna let the critters themselves take control and duke it out with each other until only one remains.[...]
You are cordially invited to another unforgettable night of The Kingies! With the '00s now behind them, the Losers must choose the best and worst of Stephen King's output throughout his most arduous decade. So, come join us for the only Stephen King awards show that matters. Want to attend The People's Kingies? Become a[...]
The Losers make one more stop through Chester's Mill. This time they're talking about CBS' Under the Dome, the television adaptation of Stephen King's 2009 novel that lasted three seasons and spanned 39 episodes. Together, they discuss the production history, the cast, whether Dean Norris outpaces everyone, the translation from page to screen, the elasticity[...]
Here's a clip from our latest installment of the Stephen King Archives, our Patreon exclusive imprint in which your Losers search the vault of Stephen King material – dusting off unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, coffee-stained manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. This episode sees them exploring King’s aborted novel, The Cannibals, which[...]
This month marks the 30th anniversary of Fraser C. Heston's 1993 adaptation of Needful Things. To celebrate, the Losers are getting together to revisit the Castle Rock classic and also have unlocked their interview with the filmmaker. It's a good one. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Filmmaker Daphné Baiwir joins the Losers to discuss her new Stephen King documentary, King On Screen. Before they chat, though, the Losers put on their shades, rev up their ol' Plymouth Fury, and make a pitstop in Hollywood King. It's there they discuss all the new King books announced, Paramount's forthcoming Pet Sematary: Bloodlines, and[...]
Here's a clip from our our latest Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Losers using a March-Madness style Bracket to figure out who’s the best critter in King’s Dominion. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes The[...]
In the third and final episode devoted to Stephen King's 2009 novel Under the Dome, the Losers tuck in their bibs for the sloppiest plate of poundcake they've had in ages. Bellies full, they also discuss their favorite passages, least favorite jokes, and what may or may not be a cameo from our good friend[...]
The Losers' mingle with the heroes and villains of Chester's Mill in the second of our three Under the Dome episodes. Is Barbie boring? Is Big Jim Rennie TOO evil? And what's going on with Junior? Randall, Ashley, and the Dans also sift through the book's hundreds-deep ensemble in search of their favorite supporting characters, from the[...]
Your favorite little worker ants are wiggling in the lens of your magnifying glass in the first our three (!) episodes about Stephen King's 1,100-page Under the Dome. In this episode, the Losers unpack the 2009 book's decades-long history, King's quotes about its creation, and the political and social climate that influenced its themes. Dick Cheney, evangelicalism, and Wolf[...]
The Losers head to the Derry Public Library, where they meet Sonya Durney, President of the Maine Library Association. Together, they discuss Stephen and Tabitha King’s keynote speech at the Maine Library Association Fundraiser from this past May, particularly how it relates to the role of libraries in today’s communities, the trials and tribulations these[...]
Sorry Henry Rollins, we're havin' a TV party tonight, and we've got one name on the mind: Stephen King. Sit back and relax, Constant Listeners, as the Losers see what they can learn from TV’s treatment of King — the jokes, the references, and the shows that, if not for him, might not exist. Cheers[...]
Here's a clip from our our latest Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Losers veering off the beam and discussing Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark as part of our new Oops! All Tangents series. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds[...]
There are 13 stories in Stephen King's Just After Sunset. In the second of two episodes dedicated to the 2008 collection, Losers Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, Ashley Casseday, and Mel Kassel rank all 13 tales. Last week, they shared their bottom eight, this week sees them name the top seven. What's their No. 1 pick?[...]
There are 13 stories in Stephen King's Just After Sunset. In the first of two episodes dedicated to the 2008 collection, Losers Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, Ashley Casseday, and Mel Kassel rank all 13 tales, starting at the bottom. These aren't necessarily their least favorite. They're just ranked as such. Stay tuned next week for[...]
The Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "If you were to teach a college level course on Stephen King what required reading would you put on the syllabus?”; “Which musician is the most like King? Be it output or career similarities"; “What King books do you think[...]
Joining The Losers’ Club this week is Chris Adams, author of Out for Blood: A Cultural History of Carrie the Musical, which is out July 27th via Bloomsbury Publishing. Per its synopsis, Out for Blood patches together “memories, archive material and contemporary reports to dive into the origins and development of this infamous show and[...]
Here's a clip from our our latest Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Losers listing the 10 best endings in all of Stephen King’s works – but specifically his novels.Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes The[...]
The Losers review Rob Savage's The Boogeyman. Together, they discuss the creature design, the connection to It, the nastiness of the original story, the mental health metaphor, the in-world rules/lore, the goofy cameo joke, and our own Boogeymen when we were kids. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more[...]
The Losers are joined by filmmaker, screenwriter, editor, and producer Rob Savage, whose latest film The Boogeyman is haunting theaters everywhere. Together, they discuss growing up with Stephen King in the UK, the transition from found footage to traditional narrative, shooting in the dark, the monster vs. the metaphor, and working with a major studio.[...]
An ambitious ER physician meets her scariest patient yet in a new original audio drama from The Losers’ Club inspired by The Boogeyman and created in partnership with 20th Century Studios Written by Dan Caffrey. Featuring performances by Ashley Casseday, Lauren Ogle, and Guenievere Govea. Editing, sound design, and original music by Mae Shults. Produced by[...]
Here's a clip from our our latest Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Losers studying Stephen King’s influence over television throughout the years. Together, they see what they can learn from TV’s treatment of King’s work — from the jokes, to the references, to the shows that, if not for him, might not exist. Want[...]
The Losers grab their swim trunks and take a plunge into Stephen King's 2008 seaside supernatural thriller Duma Key. Join Losers Dan Caffrey, Jenn Adams, Dan Pfleegor, and Rachel Reeves as they count their steps in the sand and share a pitcher of iced green tea. They’ll hang out under the beach umbrella and discuss[...]
The heat is on across King's Dominion. To cool off, The Losers' Club put on their shades, rev up their ol' Plymouth Fury, and feel the breeze in Hollywood King. Along the way, they sort through plenty of Needful Tweets. Topics include Stephen King on Scorsese, most memorable one-shots in the King film canon, headlines surrounding[...]
Of all the advice Stephen King offers in his memoir On Writing, “write what you know” may be the best. It’s certainly advice he follows as his vast catalog is nearly bursting with writer protagonists and the occasional villainous scribe. With King’s last literary outing with his own protagonist, Richard Bachman, behind us, we’re rounding up[...]
Losers' Club co-host Randall Colburn speaks to writer Meg Elison about her Fantasy Magazine article, All the King's Women: The Fats. It's a breezy and lighthearted chat that should prove enlightening to Constant Readers everywhere. It should be noted that this was originally recorded in January 2022 and is being unlocked from The Barrens. For[...]
With Blaze back on the shelf, the Losers have finished their Richard Bachman run -- at least until now. To cap it all off, they do what any self-respecting Constant Reader would do: gather around, argue, and rank all seven of his novels: from 1977's Rage to 2007's Blaze. Want to know more about Bachman?[...]
Forgive the creaking hinges and fluttering moths, Constant Listeners. The Losers just cracked open Stephen King’s fabled TRUNK, the one where he keeps all the inked-up pages he’s not yet ready to unleash upon the world. It’s here where the final (?) Richard Bachman's Blaze moldered for decades. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, Dan Caffrey,[...]
This month marks the 30th anniversary of George A. Romero's The Dark Half. To celebrate, the Losers are unlocking their Ka-mmentary track for the Stephen King staple that features Dan Caffrey, Dan Pfleegor, and Justin Gerber returning to Castle Rock to talk all things Romero and all things Rooker. For more Ka-mmentaries like this --[...]
Spring is here, but the Summer heat is on across King's Dominion. So, once again, The Losers' Club is putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury, and feeling the breeze in Hollywood King. Along the way, they sort through plenty of Needful Tweets. Topics include Welcome to Derry, Stephen King 4K releases, Mike Flanagan's[...]
Here's a preview of our latest installment of the CrichtonCast, our Michael Crichton spinoff podcast exclusive to The Barrens. Last year, the series debuted by discussing The Andromeda Strain. This installment sees Randall and Justin engaging in a sweeping conversation about 1987's Sphere, a sci-fi page-turner that not only came out the same year as Stephen[...]
The Losers reach Boo'ya Moon, where they discover Stephen King's 2006 novel, Lisey's Story. Join Losers Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, Ana Marie Cox, and special guest Johann Trotter as they meditate on how King's personal story of love and trauma brings us closer than ever to the Master of Horror. Note: This episode was originally[...]
The Losers gather at Boston International Airport to close out their coverage on Stephen King's Cell. Now that they've explored the 2006 novel (see our book episode from back in March), they leap ahead a decade to dial into Tod Williams’ 2016 adaptation. Together, they discuss the film's super long production history (and time in[...]
It's St. Patrick's Day! To celebrate, the Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "Who's the luckiest (and unluckiest) character in King's Dominion?", "Who wins in a fight? Church or Cuj?", "What's the best St. Patrick's Day read?", "Which King book was the biggest let down?", "What's your[...]
Will you accept this rose, Constant Listeners? Hope so. The Bachelor himself Zach Shallcross joins the Losers to discuss his journey through Stephen King's catalogue. Together, they discuss how he stumbled into King's Dominion, the books he's read so far, the books he can't wait to read, and how Billy Summers has kept him company on[...]
There's a new crop in the cornfields -- it's Kurt Wimmer's Children of the Corn. The Losers head to Nebraska to cover the new re-imagining of the Stephen King short story and get high on the corn oil along the way. Together, they discuss how this franchise has amassed 11 features, why the Corn endures,[...]
Here's a clip from Jenn’s King Character Corner, our new Patreon exclusive series that sees Jenn Adams embarking on a deep dive into our favorite Stephen King characters both on the page and on the screen. This kickoff episode sees her lighting fires with the Firestarter herself, Charlie McGee. Want to hear the full track?[...]
The Losers run out of Boston Common as The Pulse consumes the world around them. Luckily, they find a peaceful retreat at Gaiten Academy, where they catch their breath to discuss Stephen King's Cell. Together, they meditate on the reverberations of 9/11 throughout the post-apocalyptic novel, the parallels to H.G. Wells and Richard Matheson, the[...]
Black Forest author Laramie Dean, practitioner of Montana gothic and one of Randall’s smartest friends, joins us for a spirited, enlightening chat about queerness in King’s work as it’s evolved from ‘Salem’s Lot and The Stand to 2018’s Elevation. Laramie also opens up about what he looks for in queer horror stories and tells us[...]
Here's a clip from our Valentine’s Day special exclusive to our patrons in The Barrens. We called it The Sweetest Slice, which, yes, is a reference to poundcake. Why? Because, this year, we played Kinky Cupid and tore out our favorite sex scenes from Stephen King’s works. Want to hear the full track? Become a[...]
The Losers head to the J. Edgar Hoover Building in Washington, DC to help the FBI solve a strange case file sent from the Derry Private Library in Maine. It's an X-File dated February 8, 1998 and there's a single word at the top: "Chinga". Join Special Agents Michael Roffman, Justin Gerber, McKenzie Gerber, and[...]
One club welcomes another on the latest installment of The Losers’ Club’s On Writers series. This week, Losers Randall Colburn and Mel Kassel chat with acclaimed novelist Paul G. Tremblay about last year’s The Pallbearers Club. Tremblay unpacks his careful approach to ambiguity and the necessity he feels to earn his experiments with narrative. He also[...]
Winter is fierce, but the heat is on across King's Dominion. So, once again, The Losers' Club is putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury, and feeling the breeze in Hollywood King. Topics include the just-released trailer for Rob Savage's The Boogeyman, all the updates surrounding King's next novel Holly, Kurt Wimmer's finally-to-be-released Children[...]
Here's a clip of our Patreon exclusive series the Dark Tower Detour, which sees co-hosts Dan Pfleegor and Dan Caffrey studying the minutiae of Roland Deschain’s epic quest. Now that they’ve completed their run through Mid-World, the Dans are going back to the beginning. The very beginning. All the way back to Robert Browning’s poem[...]
In the latest installment of their On Writers' series, Randall and Mel talk with Brian Evenson, author of such eerie and enigmatic works Last Days, Song for the Unraveling of the World, and Father of Lies. Brian discusses his "ruthless" style, body horror, and genre experimentation in his 2021 collection The Glassy, Burning Floor of Hell. We also chat[...]
The Losers return to Maine and take a ferry out to Moose-Lookit Island, where they learn about the mystery of The Colorado Kid. It's a slim tale with very little answers, but they quickly learn there's a lot of meat to chew on. Hell, you might even choke on it! Keep all that in mind[...]
Six years, seven seasons! The Losers reassemble following a much-needed holiday break to look ahead at 2023. Together, they share their own highlights of Season 6, share the Club's reading and viewing lists for the year, dig into some Needful Tweets, and make a stop in Hollywood King to finally discuss all the news surrounding[...]
In their second episode dedicated to The Dark Tower, the last book in Stephen King’s Dark Tower saga (that isn’t Wind Through the Keyhole), the Losers get caught in the web of the book’s most controversial character: the child-spider Mordred. Is the hungry arachnid one of King’s most vicious villains or a massive letdown? And[...]
The beginning of the end has arrived: Join Losers Randall Colburn, Ana Marie Cox, Dan Pfleegor, and Dan Caffrey as they ascend Stephen King's The Dark Tower VII. In the first of two book episodes, they'll discuss endings, second chances, and the weight of expectation. Is The Dark Tower King’s crowning achievement, as so many[...]
Here's a clip of our Patreon exclusive episode that sees the Losers taking inventory on the highs and lows of the horror genre in 2022. Pearl, Barbarian, Smile, Nope, X, Scream, Halloween Ends, it's all discussed. Rest assured, Stephen King's place in the slate is also discussed. Want to hear the full track? Become a member[...]
Next week, the Losers will begin their much-anticipated final coverage of The Dark Tower with the first of two book episodes dedicated to the epic 2004 closer. In anticipation, we're unlocking this quirky, spoiler-filled discussion about the Crimson King from way, way back in August of 2020. At the time, we were just wrapping up[...]
It's beginning to look a lot like Kingmas. Join Losers Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, Sammie Kuykendall, and special guest Julia Marchese as they dream up the perfect gifts for Constant Readers both naughty and nice. Think of it as a Stephen King gift guide of sorts. Eh, more like a wishlist. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted[...]
The Losers are joined by author and musician Dave Musson, who has just published The Ultimate Stephen King Quiz Book. An essential tome for Constant Readers and especially Constant Quizzers, the book features more than 3,000 questions spread across 172 individual, 19-question quizzes that cover every novel, collection, and adaptation in King's Dominion. Dave calls[...]
Here's a preview of the latest installment of our Patreon exclusive series Stephen King Archives, which finds the Losers returning to the year 1977, a particularly crossroads period for King as he measured his own fame and success following Brian De Palma's Carrie and his chilling blockbuster third novel The Shining. It's also the year he[...]
The Dark Tower looms, but first? Dinner at the Dixie Pig. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Ana Marie Cox, Dan Pfleegor, and Dan Caffrey as they unpack the labyrinthian lore behind Stephen King's penultimate entry along the beam: Song of Susannah. Together, they discuss the intriguing array of supporting characters and metafictional flourishes. Does the book’s[...]
Hot off our deep dive into The Mist, the great Thomas Jane returns to the show to discuss his life with Stephen King and his latest feature Slayers. He also weighs in on his favorite Hollywood leading men, alternative comic books, current needle drops in his life, his work behind Renegade Entertainment (including an update[...]
It appears we may have a problem of some magnitude. Join the Losers at the Food House in Bridgton, Maine as they celebrate the 15th anniversary of Frank Darabont's The Mist. Together, they take inventory of the film's inspired ensemble cast, debate the themes within, marvel at Darabont's handiwork, and sort through all the macabre[...]
The Losers find themselves in Hell where they're surrounded by the most scorching Stephen King hot takes they've read to date. Yes, you've waited long enough -- nearly four years, if you can believe it -- but we're back with another installment of Firestarters. For context, this feature sees the Club sift through hot takes[...]
It's the 40th anniversary of Creepshow! To celebrate, we're heading to the basement of Horlicks University with special guest Daniel Kraus. Kraus has a special connection to the Godfather of the Dead. The New York Times best-selling author published his posthumous collaboration with Romero, The Living Dead. Head to Kraus' official site for more information on[...]
Here's a preview our Patreon exclusive series Randall, Dan, and Mel's Halloween Hell 2022. All three Losers watched a horror movie every day in October and now they're breaking down the highs and lows of their cinematic journeys. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll[...]
The Losers give thanks to Stephen King by naming 10 titles of his that we should all be carving into each Thanksgiving season. So, pour some cider out, grab a plate, and join Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and special guests Jason Pellegrini and Janelle Janson for this hearty Kingsgiving meal. Note: This episode was recorded[...]
The Losers’ Club is back on the path of the Beam — and this time they’re following it to the end. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Ana Marie Cox, Dan Pfleegor, and Dan Caffrey as they unpack the history of the series, the intricacies of its lore, and the number 19 as it manifests in Wolves[...]
In this special Halloween bonus episode, the Losers head to Springfield -- or shall we say, Kingfield -- to discuss The Simpsons' take on Stephen King's It. Dubbed Not It, this unique Treehouse of Horror one-off puts a Simpsonian spin on our favorite novel from 1986. Join the gang as they discuss the new episode,[...]
When the Losers chatted with Will Menaker of the Chapo Trap House podcast back in June, he encouraged us to also reach out to his co-host Matt Christman, a longtime King fan with an affinity for The Dark Tower. Since we'll be spending the rest of the year revisiting the last three books in the[...]
In celebration of the 35th anniversary of Hellraiser, and the release of David Bruckner's new reboot, we’re unlocking one of our older Patreon exclusive episodes from the Derry Private Library. It’s a Crate installment that dates back to September 2020 and finds Losers McKenzie Gerber, Dan Pfleegor, and Mel Kassel heading into the attic to[...]
Ring, ring, ring. The Losers are answering the call. No, not from the Ghostbusters, but Mr. Harrigan's Phone. The new Netflix adaptation of Stephen King's 2020 novella from If It Bleeds has arrived and the gang has thoughts. Together, they discuss John Lee Hancock's vision, the involvement of Blumhouse in King's Dominion, and whether this[...]
Here's a preview of our latest our Patreon-exclusive book episode on Stephen King's new epic Fairy Tale. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes our King archival series, our Dark Tower Detour series, our[...]
Author Theresa Carle-Sanders invites the Losers over for dinner. What's on the menu? All the recipes in her latest book Castle Rock Kitchen: Wicked Good Recipes from the World of Stephen King. Together, they discuss the origins of the cookbook, the research that went into each recipe, the ways she leaned on King's characters to[...]
On Wednesday, Stephen King turned 75. To celebrate, the Losers untie a big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "Which musicians do we wanna get a book from?"; "Which King author would we create a podcast for?"; "How many more books can we expect from King?"; "What books are awful gateways[...]
Author and essayist Bev Vincent joins the Losers to discuss his new must-have tome Stephen King: A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and Influences. Chock full of archival photos and materials dusted straight from King's own personal collection, this chronological deep dive into King's life and work is a delight to read -- one[...]
It's been five years since It hit theaters and conquered the box office, becoming the highest grossing horror film of all time and tipping off a new Stephen King renaissance across Hollywood. Today? The scene is dire: Blumhouse's Firestarter failed to ignite, while 'Salem's Lot has completely been vanquished from Warner Bros' schedule. So, what[...]
In anticipation of our Stephen King film festival this weekend in Chicago, The Creepshow, we're unlocking one of our older Patreon exclusive episodes from the Derry Private Library. It’s a volume of the Stephen King Archives, which sees Randall, Mike, and Jenn discussing King's unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of[...]
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Pet Sematary 2, we’re unlocking one of our older Patreon exclusive episodes from the Derry Private Library. It’s a Lobstrosities installment that dates back to October 2020 and features a star-studded assembly of guests, specifically Meagan Navarro of Bloody Disgusting and Brett Arnold of The New Flesh Podcast.[...]
There's something about Western Pennsylvania that gets Stephen King thinking about killer cars. Like Christine, his 2002 novel From a Buick takes place outside Pittsburgh, only this car doesn't vroom, vroom. This one is more boom, boom. Join the Losers as they team up with Troop D and head to Shed B to unpack this[...]
The heat is on across King's Dominion. So, once again, the Losers are putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury convertible, and heading to Hollywood King. This month, they're weighing in on news surrounding The Regulators, 'Salem's Lot, The Simpsons, and all the previously announced Stephen King adaptations that are now toiling away[...]
Here's a preview of our latest installment of our Patreon-exclusive series, the Dark Tower Detour. This episode sees the Dans tackle all the bloodsucking freaks -- ahem, vampires -- within King's Dominion in the wake of "The Little Sisters of Eluria". Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by[...]
In the latest installment of their On Writers series, the Losers talk to Bram Stoker Award-winning author Gemma Files, whose latest collection unfolds over email threads, podcast transcripts, and other hyper-modern chains of communication. Randall and Mel talk to Files about bridging the cosmic and mundane, “found footage fiction,” and the haunted nature of “temporary[...]
As we near the end of our coverage surrounding Everything's Eventual, the Losers look toward TNT's oft-forgotten anthology series Nightmares & Dreamscapes: From the Stories of Stephen King. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, and Jenn Adams as they take a wormhole back to 2006 to discuss more recently covered stories like "The Road Virus[...]
In celebration of Pennywise: The Story of IT hitting Screambox, we're re-running our 30th anniversary reunion roundtable with the original cast of kids from Fall 2020. Hosted by yours truly and filmmaker John Campopiano, the conversation finds the cast sharing stories from the set, discussing the legacy of the miniseries, and reminiscing on how they[...]
“Finally! Something to for me to write about! A ghost that offers turn down service!” The Losers are still locked away in 1408 deep within The Dolphin Hotel, only this time they're joined by John Cusack. Not a bad fate. Join co-hosts Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and special guest Josh Zagoren as they[...]
Here's a preview of our Patreon exclusive series Talkin’ Hawkins, our limited spinoff podcast that flips King’s Dominion Upside Down to discuss all things Stranger Things. Since April, we've been dedicating one episode per month to each season of the series -- hell, we even unlocked the first episode in the main feed, as you've[...]
There are 11 short stories and 3 novellas within Stephen King's Everything's Eventual -- and some of them are King's finest to date. In the second of two episodes dedicated to the 2002 book, Losers Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, and special guest Ashley Casseday of Keep It Weird check into the Dolphin Hotel[...]
There are 11 short stories and 3 novellas within Stephen King's Everything's Eventual -- and not all of them are 10 out of 10s. In the first of two episodes dedicated to the 2002 book, Losers Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, and special guest Ashley Casseday of Keep It Weird gather for lunch at[...]
The Losers get sweaty as they head to The Barrens and name the 10 Stephen King titles everyone should read come summertime. So, put on your swimming trunks and get in the water with Losers Justin Gerber, Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, and special guest Janelle Janson. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon | Store Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for[...]
With Stranger Things 4 coming to an end tomorrow, the Losers thought we'd unlock the first episode of our spinoff series Talkin' Hawkins. Here's some context: For the last few months, we've been running a limited series in The Barrens (Patreon) that flips King’s Dominion Upside Down to discuss all things Stranger Things. In total,[...]
Here's a preview of our recurring Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The latest installment sees the Losers dust off their VHS copy of Stephen King's World of Horror. Want to hear the full track?[...]
Blockbuster Month comes to a fiery end! To close things out, the Losers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of John Carpenter's 1982 sci-fi horror spectacle The Thing. Join the Losers at Outpost 31 as they discuss the history behind the production, weigh in on the timeless practical effects, quote the movie nonstop, and debate whether[...]
The Losers talk with Will Menaker of the Chapo Trap House podcast about Stephen King as a cultural figure, the best adaptations of his work, the state of modern horror movies, and his long, pandemic-inspired trek through The Stand. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices.[...]
It's Blockbuster Month at the Losers' Club! To kick things off, the Losers are revisiting Steven Spielberg's 1993 blockbuster horror classic Jurassic Park. Join Losers Michael Roffman, Dan Caffrey, McKenzie Gerber, and Mel Kassel as they head to Isla Nublar, where they digress on dinosaurs, chart Spielberg's Dominion, sing praises over its highly intellectual cast,[...]
Here's a preview of our latest our Patreon-exclusive book episode on Stephen King's short story Finn. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes our King archival series, our Dark Tower Detour series, our Lobstrosities,[...]
Danse Macabre is a recurring feature of The Losers' Club that journeys through all the books that influenced Stephen King. (You know, as he listed in 1981's Danse Macabre. Ahem, hence the name of this series.) In the past, this feature has flipped through the pages of Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House, William[...]
Today, Stephen King joins the Losers for an hour-long discussion chock full of insight and humor. Together, they discuss how he discovered the podcast, the roots behind this September's Fairy Tale, the status of his third book with Peter Straub, and a new novella with venomous fangs in a familiar story. Elsewhere, they also talk[...]
Here's a preview of our latest installment of our Patreon-exclusive series, the Dark Tower Detour. This episode sees the Dans joined by Kingslingers co-hosts Scott Daly and Matt Freeman to take inventory of the 19 creatures we shan't forget from Mid-World. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by[...]
Fun fact: Rose Red was originally conceived as a feature film for Steven Spielberg in 1996. Stephen King envisioned it as a loose remake of Robert Wise's 1963 film The Haunting (in other words, a take on the beloved Shirley Jackson novel The Haunting of Hill House). Instead, it was reworked years later as a[...]
The heat is on, and the Losers are sweating as they check out Keith Thomas' new re-imagining of Stephen King's fiery 1980 novel Firestarter. Join Losers Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, and special guest Ashley Casseday of the Keep It Weird podcast as they burn through the new blockbuster. Together, they discuss Scott Teems' translation[...]
In the latest installment of their On Writers series, the Losers talk to My Heart Is a Chainsaw author Stephen Graham Jones about the book’s long road to publication, “likable” characters in fiction, and his own evolving relationship to the slashers of yore. Jones also discusses his favorite Stephen King books and the Skeleton Crew[...]
Here's a preview of our new Patreon exclusive series Talkin’ Hawkins. It’s a limited spinoff podcast that flips King’s Dominion Upside Down to discuss all things Stranger Things in anticipation of the fourth season. There will be four episodes dedicated to each season and each installment will see your Losers and a special guest discussing[...]
Stephen King and Peter Straub's Black House is an odd duck, a behemoth of a sequel (to The Talisman) that’s as grisly as it is hilarious. In this episode, the Losers grapple with the story’s tonal irregularities and celebrate its unbridled nastiness. They also discuss its role as a narrative bridge in King’s Dark Tower[...]
The ice is gonna break. In the latest installment of The Long Watch, the Losers return to Castle Rock to channel their thoughts on David Cronenberg's The Dead Zone. Joining them at the Weizak Clinic is Manhunt author Gretchen Felker-Martin who helps them chip through the harrowing drama. From getting the script right with Jeffrey[...]
Lawrence Kasdan's Dreamcatcher. It had the tools, it had the talent. So, what went wrong? That's a question the Losers attempt to answer in their latest movie episode. Grab a toothpick and join co-hosts Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Rachel Reeves, and I Blame Society writer-director Gillian W. Horvat as they revisit the curious Kasdan joint[...]
The heat is on across King's Dominion. So, once again, the Losers are putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury convertible, and heading to Hollywood King. This month, they're weighing in on news surrounding HBO Max's forthcoming It prequel series Welcome to Derry, returning to the Overlook with Ben Stiller, and weighing in[...]
Here's a preview of our new Patreon-exclusive Lobstrosities episode on Firestarter: Rekindled. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival series, our Dark Tower Detour spinoff, weekly mini-sodes[...]
The Losers head to Hobb's End, light up a few smokes, and prove that THIS IS NOT REALITY by mining the Stephen King out of John Carpenter's 1994 Sam Neill stunner In the Mouth of Madness. Note: This episode was recorded in March 2021 and has since been unlocked from our Patreon's Derry Private Library[...]
Few Stephen King novels have as lousy a reputation as Dreamcatcher. Join the Losers as they probe and dissect a book that astounds as much as it baffles. Is it as bad as its reputation suggests? Yes and no. Let's just say, the novel's relentless musings on death and pain hit that much harder when[...]
The Losers sit down with singer-songwriter and best-selling author John Darnielle to discuss his latest novel Devil House, the ethics in true crime writing, modern horror, and, of course, Stephen King. It’s the first installment of a new series for The Losers' Club in which they interview modern genre authors about their latest works. Needless[...]
The Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "Is Pennywise still alive in Derry?"; "Which Loser would work best with King on a new novel?"; "What questions would we ask King?", "Which King story demands a requel and why?"; and "What should be written on King's tombstone?". Want[...]
Wendy, we're home. In the latest installment of The Long Watch, the Losers return to The Overlook Hotel to unravel Stanley Kubrick's The Shining. Joining them in The Gold Room is writer-producer Jed Shepherd (Host, Dashcam) who helps them deconstruct the late auteur's timeless puzzle. From the storied production history to the rich sonic tapestries,[...]
In the second of two episodes dedicated to King’s 2000 treatise On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, the Losers cut to the chase and weigh in on King's tools of the trade. Together, they debate on the pros and cons of his advice, meditate on the emotional closing section involving his 1999 accident, and[...]
Here's a preview of our new Patreon-exclusive book episode on Stephen King and Richard Chizmar's new novel, Gwendy's Final Task. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival[...]
In the first of two episodes dedicated to Stephen King's 2000 treatise On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft, the Losers take notes from the Master of Horror and ponder whether he's also the Master of The Craft. Together, they discuss how King wields a masterclass from his memories, connect his many anecdotes to his[...]
Here's a preview of our new series Dark Tower Detour, which studies the minutiae of Roland's quest towards the Tower. The latest episode finds the Dans speaking with author Richard Chizmar, who discusses his latest collaboration with Stephen King, Gwendy's Final Task. Together, they discuss the novel's connections to The Tower, what it's like to[...]
The Losers get all lovey and dovey and name the 10 Stephen King titles everyone should read on Valentine's Day. So, grab some bubbly and celebrate Cupid's big day with Losers Jenn Adams, Dan Caffrey, Michael Roffman, and special guest Julia Marchese of Horror Movie Survival Guide. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram[...]
At last, the trailer has arrived for Keith Thomas' highly anticipated adaptation of Stephen King's Firestarter, due out May 13th on Peacock. Because of this, the Losers have returned to The Shop, where they break down the trailer and wrestle with their emotions -- particularly, Jenn "Firestarter" Adams. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See[...]
The Losers head to the opera with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Paul Moravec, who shares how he brought Stephen King's The Shining to life on stage. The critically acclaimed production premiered in 2016 at the Ordway Music Theater in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Now, it returns for five chilling nights at The Ellie Caulkins Opera House in the[...]
The heat is on across King's Dominion. So, once again, the Losers are putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury convertible, and heading to Hollywood King. This month, they're weighing in on news surrounding King's forthcoming novel Fairy Tale, Blumhouse's Later, Bad Robot's Billy Summers, the King influence on The Batman, and why[...]
Would you rather be Riding the Bullet or biting the bullet? The Losers pass up on seeing John Lennon and the Plastic Ono Band in favor of Mick Garris’ 2004 Stephen King adaptation starring Jonathan Jackson, Barbara Hershey, Cliff Robertson, and David Arquette. Together, they discuss Garris' style, Arquette's vintage performance, the cotton candied translation[...]
Here's a preview of our recurring Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The latest installment takes a closer look at the crash that nearly took Stephen King's life on June 19th, 1999 in North[...]
It's Y2King! The Losers dial back to 2000 and revisit Stephen King's two e-books: the as-yet-unfinished The Plant and the "Riding the Bullet". Together, they unpack the stories alongside the DIY boom of the early Internet age. Along the way, they touch on how King’s accident informs “Riding the Bullet,” as well as the question[...]
You are cordially invited to another unforgettable night of The Kingies! With the '90s now behind them, the Losers must choose the best and worst of Stephen King's output throughout his most multi-faceted decade. Also included: The People's Kingies, where we hear from you! So, come join us for the only Stephen King awards show[...]
Here's a preview of our new Stephen King Ka-mmentary track for the classic Stephen King cyber thriller The Lawnmower Man Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival[...]
Five years. Half a decade. Time moves fast when you're in King's Dominion. Join the Losers as they celebrate their 5th anniversary with a meditative discussion on the past, the present, and what's yet to come. Together, they wax nostalgic on the show's origins and applaud the highly supportive community behind the show. They also[...]
Here's a preview of our latest Patreon exclusive series, The Soul’s Midnight, which sees the Losers put down Stephen King for a moment and talk about some real-life spooky tales. This time around, to accompany their coverage on 1999's Hearts in Atlantis, they're digging into the declassified case files surrounding the CIA's involvement with psychics,[...]
Here's a preview of our latest Patreon-exclusive interview with veteran actor David Morse, who revisits his roles in The Langoliers, The Green Mile, Hearts in Atlantis, and the audiobook for Revival. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a member for more exclusive bonus content. Right now, we’re offering 15% off all annual memberships[...]
The Losers close the book on 1999's Hearts in Atlantis by revisiting its 2001 adaptation with director Scott Hicks. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker walks 'em through the serendipitous pre-production that proves Ka is indeed a wheel and shares a number of heartwarming anecdotes involving Sir Anthony Hopkins and the late Anton Yelchin. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
After defrocking the “Low Men” last week, the Losers reconvene to untangle what’s easily Stephen King’s most thematically knotty collection: “Hearts in Atlantis”, “Blind Willie", “Why We’re in Vietnam", and “Heavenly Shades of Night Are Falling". Together, they discuss King’s political evolution, the corruption of idealism, and the many ways these stories dovetail with “Low[...]
Here's a preview of our latest Patreon-exclusive episode in which the Losers celebrate Kingmas by sharing and dreaming up all sorts of gifts Constant Readers would want under the tree. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Librarian for more exclusive bonus content. And here’s a Kingmas treat from us Losers to you:[...]
Is “Low Men in Yellow Coats” a good title or a dumb one? Is it a novel or a novella? And is it best remembered as a gutting portrait of lost innocence or an integral stop on the road to the Dark Tower? As the Losers discover in the first of two episodes dedicated to[...]
The Losers celebrate the most wonderful time of the year by naming 10 Stephen King titles everyone should read with a blanket before or around Christmas. So, grab a cup of eggnog (maybe even some cookies) and join Jenn Adams, Justin Gerber, Dan Caffrey, and Rachel Reeves as they unwrap some scares under the tree.[...]
Here's a preview of our new series Dark Tower Detour, which studies the minutiae of Roland's quest towards the Tower. The latest episode meditates on how Maerlyn's Rainbow impacts Roland’s journey -- and the Losers get an assist from Jeremy of the popular Dark Tower podcast Dark Tower Radio. Want to hear the full track? Become[...]
The Losers get lost on the Appalachian Trail as they hike through Stephen King’s 1999 survival horror novel The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. Together, they discuss King’s thoughts on religion, the novel’s parallels to sports and fandom, the metaphorical implications of the bear, and whether or not they could survive this hellish trek. Follow[...]
Here's a preview of our latest Patreon-exclusive episode in which the Losers give thanks to Stephen King by naming 10 titles of his that we should all be carving into each Thanksgiving season. Joining them at the table are special guests Jason Pellegrini and Janelle Janson. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a[...]
There's a buzz in the air across King's Dominion. So, once again, the Losers are putting on their shades, revving up their Plymouth Fury convertible, and heading to Hollywood King. This month, they're weighing in on news surrounding Rob Savage's The Boogeyman, Netflix's Mr. Harrigan's Phone, Gwendy's Final Task and its connections to The Dark[...]
Here's a preview of our latest Lobstrosities episode, a Patreon-only segment of The Losers' Club that journeys into the barren wastelands of Stephen King movies and sequels. This time around, the Losers are burning through Larry Cohen's hilarious 1987 Cannes classic A Return to 'Salem's Lot. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a[...]
Go to your closet and pray, ask to be forgiven. In the latest installment of The Long Watch, the Losers head to Bates High to celebrate the 45th anniversary of Brian De Palma's Carrie. It's there singer-songwriter Colleen Green joins them on the dance floor to discuss De Palma's style, the film's star-studded cast of[...]
Senior Hollywood correspondent at Vanity Fair Anthony Breznican joins the Losers at the Mellow Tiger to answer questions from a big ol' Bag of Bones. Questions like "Which Stephen King characters have the shine?"; "Which King story would best lend itself to a VR game?"; and "Which King story should David Fincher adapt?"; and many[...]
The Losers have departed for Little Tall Island—also the setting of King’s Dolores Claiborne—to unpack the twisty moral quandary at the center of Stephen King's underloved three-part series, Storm of the Century. Along the way, they debate the story’s ambiguities, that bummer of an ending, and an ensemble that just might rank among King’s best.[...]
This summer, The Losers’ Club presented their first audio drama with Castle Rock Season 3, Episode 1. The story was originally presented in three parts spread out over a month and some change. Now, in the spirit of Halloween, we have uploaded the whole thing -- full dark, no stars, so to speak. So, grab[...]
Here's a preview of our recurring Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The latest installment takes a closer look at Stephen King's "uncollected" Creepshow stories, specifically "Weeds", "The Crate", and the un-produced "Pinfall" pitch.[...]
The Losers moonwalk back to 1996 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Michael Jackson's spooktacular short film, Ghosts. Together, they discuss what Stephen King and Mick Garris brought to the table, Stan Winston's wizardry, and why this is hardly the finest hour for the King of Pop. Note: This episode was recorded in May 2021[...]
Author and critic Gretchen Felker-Martin joins Randall Colburn and Mel Kassell to discuss the one-of-a-kind cinematic experience that is Ken Russell's The Devils, which remains a hotbed of controversy 50 years after its release. This interview is part of this week's episode of Randall and Mel's Month of Halloween Hell, which you can find by[...]
Danse Macabre is a recurring feature of The Losers' Club that journeys through all the books that influenced Stephen King. (You know, as he listed in 1981's Danse Macabre. Ahem, hence the name of this series.) In the past, this feature has flipped through the pages of Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House and[...]
Here's a preview of the latest episode of Randall and Mel's Month of Halloween Hell. Want to hear the full discussion? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival series, weekly mini-sodes requested by[...]
Here's a preview of our chat on Stephen King's 1998 episode of The X-Files titled, "Chinga". Want to hear the full discussion? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival series, weekly mini-sodes requested[...]
The Losers celebrate the festival of Samhain by naming 10 Stephen King titles everyone should pull off their bookshelves every October. They also dream up some ideas for a Halloween-set story by King, mull over a Pennywise vs. Freddy Krueger duel, and share your picks for spooky season, too. The real treat is when things take[...]
Mel and Randall kick off their month of Halloween Hell with incisive discussions of Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer, The Fog, Raw, Gonjiam Haunted Asylum, You're Next, The Strangers, and more. Musings on alienation, repression, and post-9/11 fatalism arise in between digressions about found footage horror, self-hating freaks, and Venom: Let There Be Carnage.[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The latest installment takes a closer look at Stephen King's college column, King's Garbage Truck, specifically the editorials he published in Spring[...]
Here's a preview of our chat on Mike Flanagan's Midnight Mass in which we discuss its themes, charatcers, and connections to King's Dominion. Want to hear the full discussion? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks,[...]
Chat Sematary host Deanna Chapman joins the Losers at the Mellow Tiger to answer questions from a big ol' Bag of Bones. Questions like "Which Stephen King protagonist do you think has the most wasted potential?"; "What Stephen King film or adaptation would you love to hear John Williams score?"; "Which King work would like[...]
Here's a preview of our new series Dark Tower Detour, which studies the minutiae of Roland's quest towards the Tower. The debut episode centers around “The Battle of Jericho Hill” and features Matt and Scott of the popular Dark Tower podcast Kingslingers. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by[...]
Some birds aren't meant to be caged. In the latest installment of The Long Watch, the Losers get busy living and get busy talking about Frank Darabont's The Shawshank Redemption. Joining them on the prison yard is Old 97's singer-songwriter and author Rhett Miller. Together, they leave no black, volcanic rock unturned as they wrestle[...]
Writer and producer Lee Metzger joins the Losers to discuss Strawberry Spring, his new, star-studded audio drama adaptation of Stephen King’s chilling Night Shift short story. In this jovial chat, Lee elaborates on how he stretched King's prose into an eight-episode podcast and managed to put together its incredible cast: Garrett Hedlund, Milo Ventimiglia, Sydney[...]
Here's a preview of our new Stephen King Ka-mmentary track for the classic Arnold Schwarzenegger rental: 1987's The Running Man. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock over a hundred hours of exclusive, bonus content that includes other hilarious Ka-mmentary tracks, our King archival[...]
Perhaps it was penance that brought Pierce Brosnan back to Stephen King’s Dominion. After leading 1992’s The Lawnmower Man, an “adaptation” whose producers King sued in a bid to get his name removed, the actor signed onto director Mick Garris’ 2011 miniseries Bag of Bones. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Mel Kassel, and Dan Pfleegor as[...]
Our coverage of Stephen King's 1998 novel Bag Of Bones continues. In the second part, the Losers move beyond the History and the Hook to meet the heroes and villains, share what made them feel miserable, visit the Sematary, chown down on some gooey poundcake, stroll through King's Dominion, and, yes, give their final thoughts.[...]
Bag Of Bones is many things: Gothic ghost story, queasy romance, legal thriller, meditation on grief, and a ghastly reminder that the sins of the father are to be laid upon the children. It’s also horny. Really horny. Join the Losers as they shack up in Sara Laughs for a sprawling, two-part discussion of the[...]
Here's a preview of our new Collecting King episode -- our first in nearly three years -- featuring Tony Petro of Tony’s Horror Corner. Want to hear the full interview? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Librarian for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
Busy times in King's Dominion. Seems as if we're finally over the rumor mill on a number of Stephen King-related projects, which means it's time for the Losers to put on their shades, rev up their Plymouth Fury convertible, and head to Hollywood King. This month, they're discussing headlines surrounding Gary Dauberman's 'Salem's Lot, Lindsey[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The latest installment continues our ensuing 35th anniversary celebration of Rob Reiner's Stand By Me by taking a closer look at the[...]
Filmmaker and Horror Movie Survival Guide co-host Julia Marchese joins the Losers at the Mellow Tiger to answer questions from a big ol' Bag of Bones. Questions like "What monsters might appear in a sequel novel to It?" "Do we want to see a proper ending for Alan Pangborn?" "Who might we hire Billy Summers[...]
We're not finished in Castle Rock. Stand By Me screenwriters Bruce A. Evans and Raynold Gideon join the Losers to discuss how they brought Stephen King's "The Body" to life. Together, they revisit how they escaped development hell, navigated all the hurdles of post-production, and won the heart of Stephen King. They also share their[...]
Writers and executive producers Jason Filardi, Peter Filardi, and Donald De Line join the Losers to chat about EPIX's new Stephen King series, Chapelwaite. The three masterminds behind the series discuss New England lore, the aesthetic inspiration behind the vampires, and connections to 2004's TNT 'Salem's Lot miniseries. Want to see the video interview? Become[...]
Emily Hampshire joins the Losers to chat about her latest role as Rebecca Morgan in EPIX's new Stephen King series, Chapelwaite. The Canadian star discusses the creepy shooting locations, journaling in character, and local urban legends. She also digresses on why Rebecca is more or less the Stephen King of this story. Want to see the video[...]
Oscar winner Adrien Brody joins the Losers to chat about his latest role as Charles Boone in EPIX's new Stephen King series, Chapelwaite. The veteran icon weighs in on his love for history, his appreciation for the Master of Horror, and his penchant for tough roles. His latest turn is one of his most harrowing performances[...]
The Losers head to Preacher's Corners to review EPIX's new series Chapelwaite. Based on Stephen King's Night Shift short story "Jerusalem's Lot", this epistolatory tale for 'Salem's Lot stars Oscar winner Adrien Brody, Schitt's Creek stunner Emily Hampshire, and a crop of creepy creatures of the night. Join the Losers as they engage in a[...]
You guys wanna go see a dead body? Then join the Losers as they celebrate the 35th anniversary of Rob Reiner's Stand by Me. Meeting them at the tracks is singer-songwriter and Side Door co-founder Dan Mangan, who previously penned a rocking ode to Gordie LaChance titled, "Rows of Houses". Needless to say, the insight[...]
The Losers talk to Stand by Me co-stars Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton about the work of Stephen King, the pitfalls of nostalgia, and the legacy of Rob Reiner's iconic coming-of-age tale. Note: These interviews were recorded way, way back in December 2017 and are being re-run in celebration fo the film's 35th anniversary. Follow[...]
Here's a preview of our Derry Private Library book episode on Stephen King's Billy Summers. How do you hear the full thing? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Librarian for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more[...]
The standpipe. The sematary. The Jade. The gates. The world of Stephen King is vast and infinite, at least on paper. In reality, King's Dominion is nestled snuggly within Bangor, Maine, the third largest city in the seaside state and arguably its greatest source for tourism. After all, thousands of Constant Readers descend upon the[...]
Danse Macabre is a recurring feature of The Losers' Club that journeys through all the books that influenced Stephen King. (You know, as he listed in 1981's Danse Macabre. Ahem, hence the name of this series.) What started last October with Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House continues with 1954's Lord of the Flies[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive series The Stephen King Archives in which the Losers sort through unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, dusty manuscripts, and alternate versions of your favorite tales. The kickoff installment finds the gang charting the roots of King, specifically through 1956's "Jhonathan and the Witchs", 1963's The Aftermath, and[...]
Every story has an ending. Today, The Losers' Club returns with the third and final installment in their audio drama/parody Castle Rock Season 3, Episode 1. This fiery chapter finds Stephen King's deadliest villains bringing an all-out war to the rustic streets of his titular town. Rest assured, blood will be split, buildings will burn,[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers recapping episodes seven and eight of Apple TV+'s Lisey's Story -- specifically, “No Light, No Spark” and "Lisey's Story". Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram[...]
Fear Street is on the mind lately, thanks to Netflix's new trilogy of films this month from director Leigh Janiak (see: Fear Street 1994, 1978, 1666). Because of this, the Losers have teamed up with Kelly Nugent and Lindsay Katai of the Teen Creeps podcast to chart their respective journeys from Shadyside to King's Dominion[...]
As promised, The Losers' Club returns with the second installment in their three-act audio drama/parody Castle Rock Season 3, Episode 1. This particular chapter sees our heroes and villains choose sides as the heat turns up across King’s titular town — literally. Stream the second act now and stay tuned for its fiery conclusion on[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers recapping episodes five and six of Apple TV+'s Lisey's Story -- specifically, "The Good Brother" and "Now You Must Be Still". Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter[...]
Sadly, Disneyland or Universal Studios have yet to create a proper King's Dominion for Constant Readers. So, we dreamed one up, instead. Join the Losers as they put on their Imagifears caps, gather around the drawing table, and design a theme park that captures the world of Stephen King. Naturally, things go off the rails, though[...]
One night as the Losers were asleep in the clubhouse they share in Derry, Maine, a mysterious knock came at the door. Upon opening it, they discovered not a person, but a bundle of decaying, handwritten pages. After transcribing them by candlelight, the Losers realized they were reading the teleplay for the lost first episode[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers recapping episodes three and four of Apple TV+'s Lisey's Story -- specifically, "Under the Yum-Yum Tree" and "Jim Dandy". Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram[...]
Welcome to Boo'ya Moon, Constant Listeners. Join Losers Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, Ana Marie Cox, and special guest Johann Trotter as they dig deep into Stephen King's 2006 novel, Lisey's Story. Together, they meditate on how King's personal story of love and trauma brings us closer than ever to the Master of Horror. Follow us[...]
You know the game, you know the author. Join Losers Michael Roffman, McKenzie Gerber, Dan Pfleegor, and Jenn Adams as they play a round of Fuck, Marry, Kill (FMK) in King's Dominion. Rest assured, things get lewd ... and fast. A few spoilers also slip here and there, so consider this your fair warning. Note:[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers sorting through the latest headlines to hit Hollywood King. From Bryan Fuller's Christine to Blumhouse's Firestarter to this August's Chapelwaite on EPIX, they leave no story untouched. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content.[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers gazing at the gargoyles within Stephen King's 1988 coffee table book Nightmares in the Sky. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
Beam me up, Scotty: The long-awaited adaptation of Stephen King's Lisey's Story has finally arrived on Apple TV+. Directed by Pablo Larrain (Jackie), the miniseries is even more of an event for Constant Readers seeing how the Master of Horror penned all eight episodes. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, Justin Gerber, and Michael Roffman[...]
Constant Listeners, say goodbye to Blaine and make your way through the Topeka railway station. Beware, this is not the Kansas of your world and watch out for the walking dude. Head down the turnpike with Losers Randall Colburn, Ayisha Gatson, Dan Pfleegor, and McKenzie Gerber as they discuss Stephen King's The Dark Tower IV:[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers moonwalking back to 1996 to discuss Stephen King and Michael Jackson's spooktacular short film, Ghosts. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
Michael Kamen. Tangerine Dream. John Carpenter. Thomas Newman. Wendy Carlos. All legendary composers in Hollywood history and yet they're all connected by one name: Stephen King. Today, Losers McKenzie Gerber, Jenn Adams, and Michael Roffman are joined by Scored to Death author J. Blake Fichera to name the 10 greatest scores in King's Dominion. Note:[...]
For this very special crossover episode of The Losers' Club. Today, Losers Justin Gerber and Dan Caffrey welcome co-hosts Henry Zebrowski and Holden McNeely of LPN Deep Dives: Dune for what can best be described as a frenetic and unpredictable chat surrounding the two authors and their two respective worlds. Together, they discuss Herbert’s vision of Dune[...]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and The Losers' Club is hitting the stacks to weigh in on addiction and recovery as portrayed in King's Dominion. From Jack Torrance to Eddie Dean, Father Callahan to the Master of Horror himself, there is much to discuss. Losers Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, and Ana Marie Cox did[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers speaking to producer and writer Glen Mazzara. For two epic hours, the veteran scribe regales them with insightful behind-the-scenes anecdotes and piles of notes for both The Overlook and The Dark Tower series. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron[...]
The man in black fled across the desert, and the Losers followed. In 2019, MRC and executive producer/showrunner Glen Mazzara attempted a pivot to the small screen with a more faithful reimagining of King's work. By dialing back to the origins of the series (see: 1997's prequel novel Wizard and Glass), Mazzara envisioned a multi-season[...]
Losers Mike Roffman and Jenn Adams are joined by the fine folks behind this weekend’s Stephen King Rules Dollar Baby Film Festival. Filmmaker James Douglas and producer Norm Coyne discuss what went into making this three-day fiesta a reality, their reaction to receiving the Stephen King Bump online (not once, but multiple times), and the[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers speaking to filmmaker and producer Chelsea Stardust (Satanic Panic, Into the Dark), who weighs in on her own book club: The Losers Book Club. She also discusses her newfound love for the Master of Horror, tips on how to start your own[...]
The Losers grab some popcorn, turn on ABC, and revisit Mick Garris' 2006 miniseries adaptation of Desperation. Together, they discuss Ron Perlman’s scene-stealing performance, the defanging of God, a child actor tasked with an impossible role, and arguably the most baffling epilogue of all time. Fun fact: The three-hour television event features a number of[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers speaking to Needful Things director Fraser C. Heston about the 1993 adaptation of Stephen King's Castle Rock epic. Together, they discuss the majesty of British Columbia, the star-studded cast, the fine folks of Castle Rock Entertainment, and whether or not the story[...]
Check it, there's a dead guy over there. He's talking to us. His mouth and his words don't match up entirely, but if you just listen, he's not hard to follow. Get used to it. They're everywhere. The dead. And they have a lot to say before they're gone forever. The Losers have left the[...]
The sun is setting and the Losers make one last stop to examine Stephen King's Desperation and Richard Bachman's The Regulators. Already, we've mined themes of religion, addiction, and authority in the Nevada desert and powered through cathartic writing, television, and violence in the suburbs of Ohio. What a long, strange trip it's been, and it's about[...]
It’s summertime in suburbia and the Losers find themselves on an idyllic street in Wentworth, Ohio. But there’s a storm on the way. And an ominous van at the corner. The neighbors seem alright, maybe a little mean, ut we have the strangest feeling we’ve met them before. In another world? Join Losers Randall Colburn,[...]
Looking for Later? The three-hour book review is currently streaming exclusively at The Barrens (Patreon). Rest assured, the review will eventually make its way into the regular feed. To bide the time, we've unlocked a Patreon-exclusive episode from last summer. In this Sweet Treat episode, Losers Michael Roffman, Rachel Reeves, and Jenn Adams are joined[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers ditching the ice and heading to the golden hills of Hollywood, baby. It's a 100% unadulterated Hollywood King episode that finds Mike, Mac, Justin, and Randall catching up on all the headlines involving our Master of Horror. Most notably, the new adaptations[...]
The Losers are still stuck in Desperation, where they're starting to realize things aren't exactly as they appear. No, you might say there's a supernatural presence in the air. Hell, even the coyotes and critters are beginning to take on a strange demeanor. Reunite with Losers Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, Dan Pfleegor, and Ana Marie[...]
The Losers head down Highway 50 out in Nevada and make a pit stop in a small mining town called Desperation. It's hot, it's eerie, and it's seemingly abandoned. To their surprise, though, there's a lone deputy waving them in. He seems nice. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, Dan Pfleegor, and Ana Marie Cox[...]
The Losers reunite with The Stand showrunner Benjamin Cavell for their own coda to their weekly coverage. Together, they discuss the themes behind Stephen King's new ending, the political allusions that naturally surfaced amidst the series, and why Alexander Skarsgard's portrayal of Randall Flagg feels different without Vegas. They also discuss favorite scenes, the best[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access concludes! Join Losers Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and McKenzie Gerber as they hit the road with Stu and Frannie. Along the way, the four discuss Stephen King's new coda, how it fits into the original 1978 novel, the half dozen Easter eggs littered[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and Dan Caffrey as they head to court to give their verdict on the penultimate chapter. During recess, they discuss Lloyd's turn from the pages, the big ol' dance party, the Trumpian parallels to Flagg, and[...]
Let's see those fucking dimples, Constant Listeners. The Losers are joined by The Stand star Owen Teague, aka Harold Lauder, for a special bonus episode recorded outside of Boulder, Colorado. The Constant Reader and actor discusses the hurdles in becoming one of Stephen King's most complex villains, his love for The Dark Tower multiverse, whether[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, McKenzie Gerber, and Jenn Adams as they lace up and walk 800 miles to Las Vegas. Along the way, they discuss that wonderful needle drop from the No. 1 band of all time Radiohead, Owen Teague's victory lap,[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Randall Colburn, Dan Caffrey, Mel Kassel, and McKenzie Gerber as they oscillate between Boulder and Sin City in breakneck fashion. Together, they discuss the introduction of Ezra Miller's Trashcan Man, the best scene with Randall Flagg thus far, and that explosive ending. Yes,[...]
Hey baby! The Losers are joined by The Stand star Katherine McNamara, aka Julie Lawry, for a special bonus episode straight outta Sin City. The Constant Reader and actress-musician discusses her love for Stephen King's prose, explains her kinetic approach to the character, and shares a number of musical anecdotes from the set. She also[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, Mel Kassel, and special guest Joe Lipsett (of Horror Queers) in Sin City for a wild night of gladiator bloodbaths, sleazy shopping, and glasses of fresh milk. Together, they meditate on the puritanical tones of the series, the queer[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Michael "Monroeville Mall" Roffman, Rockin' Randall Colburn, Jenn "2: The Rage" Adams, and special guest Sammie "Weizak" Kuykendall as they convene for an afternoon ad hoc meeting. Together, they break down why the flashbacks work to startling effect in this chapter, debate[...]
Hey, look at that! There's one more gift under the tree: Shake off those post-holiday blues with the Losers as they're joined by The Stand showrunner Benjamin Cavell. The Constant Reader and veteran producer-writer discusses his roots with Stephen King, the narrative hurdles in adapting the apocalyptic epic, casting challenges, behind-the-scenes trivia, and, yes, King's[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Michael "Monroeville Mall" Roffman, "Wolfman" McKenzie Gerber, Justin "Juniper Hills" Gerber, and Rockin' Randall Colburn as they play Planchette and eat potato chips. Together, they parse through the half-dozen flashbacks, weigh in on Amber Heard's performance as Nadine Cross, keep the ol'[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access continues! Join Losers Michael Roffman, McKenzie Gerber, Jenn Adams, and Rockin' Randall Colburn as they head to New York City with Larry Underwood in "Pocket Savior". Together, they discuss whether the structure and format still holds up, Nat Wolff's vision of Lloyd Henreid, Alexander Skarsgard's[...]
Our weekly coverage of The Stand on CBS All Access begins! Join Losers Michael Roffman, Justin Gerber, Jenn Adams, and Rockin' Randall Colburn as they make their way through the series premiere, "The End". Together, they talk about Owen Teague's terrifying performance as Harold Lauder, the Lost-styled flashbacks, Odessa Young's tougher portrayal as Frannie Goldsmith,[...]
Grab a flashlight, put on a pair of gloves, and make sure you've got a sturdy stomach -- we’re talkin’ true crime. The Losers welcome Disgraceland host Jake Brennan to discuss a conspiracy in King's Dominion -- one that involves the murder of John Lennon! Before all that, though, Jake explains how his love for[...]
It's movie night at Georgia Pines and the Losers are invited. Together, they grab a seat and watch a matinee presentation of Frank Darabont's 1999 Oscar-nominated epic The Green Mile starring the one and only Thomas Hanks.Join Losers Michael Roffman, Aiysha Gatson, Dan Pfleegor, and Randall Colburn as they discuss Darabont's love for King, the[...]
Our gift to you! In anticipation of CBS All Access' The Stand, which debuts Thursday, December 17th, we decided to unlock our four-part rewatch of Mick Garris' original 1994 miniseries. If you recall, we ran the first episode, but ran the three other eps in our Patreon, The Barrens. Now, it's all here for you...[...]
Our gift to you! In anticipation of CBS All Access' The Stand, which debuts Thursday, December 17th, we decided to unlock our four-part rewatch of Mick Garris' original 1994 miniseries. If you recall, we ran the first episode, but ran the three other eps in our Patreon, The Barrens. Now, it's all here for you..[...]
Our gift to you! In anticipation of CBS All Access' The Stand, which debuts Thursday, December 17th, we decided to unlock our four-part rewatch of Mick Garris' original 1994 miniseries. If you recall, we ran the first episode, but ran the three other eps in our Patreon, The Barrens. Now, it's all here for you...[...]
Our gift to you! In anticipation of CBS All Access' The Stand, which debuts Thursday, December 17th, we decided to unlock our four-part rewatch of Mick Garris' original 1994 miniseries. If you recall, we ran the first episode, but ran the three other eps in our Patreon, The Barrens. Now, it's all here for you...[...]
The Losers are still roaming around the halls of Georgia Pines. They've had their eggs, they've eaten their toast, and they're still listening to Paul Edgecombe as he tells his story over a warm glass of orange juice. The end is near, though. Join Dan Caffrey, Jenn Adams, Dan Pfleegor, and Michael Roffman as they[...]
The Losers have left Maine for the balmy confines of Georgia Pines. It's here they listen to a curious old man by the name of Paul Edgecombe. There's no telling how old he is, but those weathered eyes of his speak to multiple lifetimes. Join Dan Caffrey, Jenn Adams, Dan Pfleegor, and Michael Roffman as they[...]
In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Stephen King's IT miniseries, the original cast of kids reunited for this exciting panel originally recorded for this year's Salem Horror Fest. Hosted by The Losers' Club and filmmaker John Campopiano, the cast discussed stories from the set, the legacy of the miniseries, and growing up with Stephen[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers tasked to assign Stephen King properties to five filmmakers: David Lynch, Ari Aster, Wes Anderson, Judd Apatow, and Michael Bay. From there, they each suggest five other filmmakers they'd love to see enter King's Dominion. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and[...]
The Losers dump out another big ol' Bag of Bones right after spooky season. Together, Losers Michael Roffman, Dan Pfleegor, and McKenzie Gerber crack some skulls and answer your pressing questions. You know, like what would a Stephen King biopic look like? What's the right age to become a Constant Reader? What are some tips[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers celebrating the festival of Samhain by naming 10 Stephen King titles everyone should pull off their bookshelves every October. Special guest includes actress, writer, filmmaker, and podcast host Julia Marchese. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more[...]
Legendary SFX creator, television producer, and director Greg Nicotero joins Loser Michael Roffman for a stroll in the Land of the Dead. Together, they discuss his roots in horror, growing up 20 minutes away from George A. Romero's cinematic nightmares, visiting the set of Creepshow, and stumbling into King's Dominion. He also previews The Creepshow[...]
Ever put down your Stephen King book and wonder how much of it could actually happen? So did authors Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence. In fact, the two of them went down such a deep rabbit hole that they came out with a new book. It's called The Science of Stephen King and it's the[...]
Here's a preview of our latest installment of The Crate, a Patreon-only segment of The Losers' Club that offers a monthly deep-dive into random horror rentals. This time around, the Losers revisit a title that's not so random: 1982's Creepshow. Joining them is New York Times best-selling author Daniel Kraus, who just published his posthumous[...]
The Losers are back in Boulder, Colorado, this time to discuss the New York Comic-Con trailer for Josh Boone's The Stand miniseries for CBS All Access. Join Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, McKenzie Gerber, and Randall Colburn as they break down every second of the trailer and hear their reactions to the star-studded panel. Follow us[...]
Danse Macabre is a new feature of the series that finds the Losers journeying through all the books that influenced Stephen King. The first episode dials back to 1959 for Shirley Jackson's iconic Gothic horror novel, The Haunting of Hill House. Join Randall Colburn, Jenn Adams, McKenzie Gerber, and Mel Kassel as they discuss the themes[...]
Here's a preview of our latest installment of Lobstrosities, a Patreon-only segment of The Losers' Club that journeys into the barren wastelands of Stephen King movies and sequels. This time around, the Losers revisit 1992's Pet Sematary 2 alongside a star-studded assembly of guests: Meagan Navarro of Bloody Disgusting, Rachel Reeves of Nightmare on Film[...]
The spine cracks, the pages unfold, and the Losers are suddenly inside a world where paintings breathe and horned monsters bite down to the bone. At the center of it all is a woman on the verge of self-actualization, one she’ll achieve only after the huffing, puffing beast she left behind is gone for good.[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers discussing the iconic artwork that has helped mythologize King's entire catalogue. Special guests include author Jason Pellegrini, writer Rachel Reeves, and Suntup Editions founder Paul Suntup. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow[...]
The Losers dump out another big ol' Bag of Bones right as summer turns to fall. Together, Losers Michael Roffman, Dan Caffrey, Jenn Adams, and Randall Colburn crack some skulls and answer your pressing questions. You know, like what would an It movie look like had it been fast-tracked for a 1987 release? Why do[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers discussing the origins of the Crimson King and whether or not he's an effective villain. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
The Losers return to Boulder, Colorado to discuss the first teaser trailer for Josh Boone's The Stand miniseries for CBS All Access. Join Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and Justin Gerber as they break down every second of the 30-second spot and find more than what meets the eye. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter |[...]
The Losers return to Derry, Maine for some much-needed R&R. Maybe it's the pillow, or the weather, or straight-up allergies, but they just can't seem to get any shut-eye. Even worse, they're having these bizarre visions and being chased by little bald doctors. Join Randall Colburn, Ahse Digg, Dan Pfleegor, and Jenn Adams as they discuss[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers building the ultimate Stephen King theme park. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more[...]
The Losers are finally closing the book on Stephen King's Nightmares and Dreamscapes after two long months of coverage. To clean up shop, they're revisiting the remaining adaptations to discuss, specifically 2009’s Dolan’s Cadillac, 1997’s The Night Flier, "Chattery Teeth" from 1997’s Quicksilver Highway, and "The Moving Finger" from 1991’s Monsters. Unfortunately, they couldn't find[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode, a Lobstrosities that finds the Losers revisiting 1999's The Rage: Carrie 2. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn[...]
In light of Comic-Con@Home, the Losers host their own panel with a very special episode featuring one very special ka-tet. Ahead you'll hear from voices all across Mid-World, who have all dedicated their lives to serve the beam of Sai King. We have an influencer, a filmmaker, and even another podcast host, one who paved[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Patreon exclusive episode that finds the Losers discussing the top 10 short stories between Stephen King's Night Shift, Skeleton Crew, and Nightmares and Dreamscapes. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon[...]
There are 24 short stories within Stephen King's Nightmares and Dreamscapes -- and they're a polarizing bunch as you've already heard. In the second of two episodes dedicated to the 1993 collection, the Losers discuss the very best of 'em all. Join co-hosts McKenzie Gerber, Dan Caffrey, Ahse Digg, and Mel Kassel as they return[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Sweet Treat Patreon bonus episode that finds the Losers discussing the best and worst characters in King's Dominion -- at least in their opinion. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon[...]
There are 24 short stories within Stephen King's Nightmares and Dreamscapes -- and not all of them are great. In the first of two episodes dedicated to the 1993 collection, the Losers discuss the very worst of 'em all. Join co-hosts McKenzie Gerber, Dan Caffrey, Ahse Digg, and Mel Kassel as they gather around the[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Sweet Treat Patreon bonus episode that finds us Losers teaming up with our fellow Halloweenies to imagine what Stephen King's I, Jason might look like on paper. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter |[...]
The Losers finally dump out the big ol' Bag of Bones that's been gathering dust in the corner. Together, Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, McKenzie Gerber, and Jenn Adams crack some skulls and answer your pressing questions. Like, how many books does Stephen King have left in him? What short stories of his might work better[...]
Here's a preview of our all-new Sweet Treat Patreon bonus episode that finds us Losers playing a wild and lewd game of Fuck Marry Kill in King's Dominion. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See[...]
"It's a depressingly masculine world we live in, Dolores."The Losers are still sequestered away on Little Tall Island in Maine, only this time they've put down their books and headed to the local cinema. Join co-hosts Randall Colburn, Dan Caffrey, Dan Pfleegor, and Jenn Adams as they discuss and review Taylor Hackford's 1995 adaptation of[...]
The Losers escape the chaos of the world and shack up in an old summer home on Little Tall Island. Of course, this being King's Dominion, things aren't nearly as calm and collected as they should be, for there's been a mysterious death. Join Randall Colburn, Dan Caffrey, Lara Unnerstall, and special guest Ana Marie[...]
The Losers head to Finders Keepers to meet Holly Gibney. There's a problem with the elevator, though, and the stairwell is blocked. Locked inside, the four discuss Stephen King's trusty private investigator and her first solo mystery, If It Bleeds. Join Randall Colburn, Michael Roffman, Dan Caffrey, and Jenn Adams as they parse through King's[...]
Here's a preview at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode that concludes our rewatch of The Stand miniseries. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad[...]
“When an old man dies, a library burns.” It's lonely out here in the Harrigan estate. The sun's dwindling through the windows, the African lilacs are all watered, everything's been cleaned two times over. The only thing left is silence and the echoes of history. Whatever was once inside has been left to the memories[...]
The Shop... Shit... We're still in The Shop... Every time, we think we're gonna wake up back in reality. When we were on the road, it was even worse. We'd wake up and there'd be Crews. Waiting. When we were here, I wanted to be there. When we were there, all we could think of[...]
Here's a preview at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode that continues our rewatch of The Stand miniseries. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad[...]
The Losers are back on the run from The Shop as they slum it with Harlan Williams in Stephen King's Golden Years. Together, they discuss the show's attempt to emulate Twin Peaks, Felicity Huffman's noble attempts to carry the miniseries, and William Forsythe's doppelgänger in R.D. Call. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram[...]
Here's a preview at our all new full-length Patreon bonus episode that continues our rewatch of The Stand miniseries. Want more? Head on over to www.patreon.com/thebarrens and become a Patron for more exclusive bonus content! Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad[...]
Times are weird. There's a virus going around. People are staying inside. Answers are sparse. Sound familiar? For weeks now, Stephen King's The Stand has been on the mind, so what better time than now to revisit the 1994 miniseries. Join Losers Randall Colburn, Dan Caffrey, Michael Roffman, and McKenzie Gerber as they make their[...]
The Losers take off the cuffs and kick back on the cabin couch to revisit Mike Flanagan's Gerald's Game. Together, they discuss what makes the source material so complicated for the screen, Bruce Greenwood's unbelievable physique, and why the dog should have been voiced by Jim Belushi. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram[...]
The Losers head upstate to a remote cabin to have a little R&R. Things don't go as planned, though. There isn't a Necronomicon involved or anything, but mistakes are made and blood is shed. In the distance, a dog barks. There's a chainsaw, too. Yeah. Save them, will you? Bring some snacks, maybe even a[...]
The Losers head into the caves to find El Cuco. As they collect rocks and stones, they offer their final thoughts on the first season of HBO's The Outsider. Bonus: They also offer a Coronavirus update with plenty of Stand bits. Special guest includes Jenn Adams from The Horror Virgin podcast. Follow us on Facebook[...]
The Losers evade the shapeshifting, bipedal werecats roaming around Stephen King's batshit crazy Sleepwalkers. Together, they discuss Mick Garris' direction, the insanity of King's screenplay, and the incest-fueled poundcake that leaves them reaching for Tums. It's a wild episode full of howling and scowling. Special guest includes Jenn Adams of The Horror Virgin, who adds some[...]
The Losers head to the CDC to evade the Coronavirus. While waiting they debate if it's the return of Captain Trips and unpack a Bag of Bones. Topics include: Cocaine King re-imaginings, potential Florida monsters for King's Dominion, and which King creations will be on par with Dracula, Frankenstein, and John Schnatter. So, tag your[...]
Before the Losers leave Castle Rock for good, they head over to the local theatre to catch Fraser C. Heston's 1993 adaptation of Needful Things. Afterwards, they discuss the film at Nan's over a slice of pie and a cup of warm coffee. From Ed Harris' portrayal of Sheriff Alan Pangborn to Patrick Doyle's spirited[...]
Things are getting a little heated in Castle Rock. Leland Gaunt's having a fire sale over at Needful Things, and the town is losing their minds. Fortunately, the Losers are safely shacked up in the Mellow Tiger, where they can continue discussing Stephen King's epic 1991 classic. Chapters include: Intro, Misery (4:30), Word Processor of[...]
There's a new shop in Castle Rock and the Losers are the first to check it out. It's a strange little store named Needful Things, and the shopkeeper is as charming as he is mercurial. They must be cautious. This is the first of two episodes covering Stephen King's epic 1991 classic. Chapters include: Intro,[...]
The Losers look ahead into the coming months and see where Stephen King will pop up in 2020. There's The Stand on CBS All Access, Lisey's Story on Apple TV+, and possibly another round with Hulu's Castle Rock. But what about all of those other adaptations that were announced years ago? Are they coming out?[...]
The Losers return to the Barrens following a lengthy holiday hiatus -- and they've brought a guest. Jenn Adams of The Horror Virgin has tagged along to discuss the grisly crimes behind HBO's The Outsider. Together, they discuss Richard Price's turn into the supernatural, Cynthia Erivo's portrayal of Holly Gibney, and the show's delicate dance[...]
The Losers find a door in the back of the cineplex leading to 2013. Join them as they head to Frazier, New Hampshire to review Stephen King's novel Doctor Sleep. Together, they weigh in on the True Knot, dirty dozens of dishes with poundcake, and argue whether King should have ever burned down The Overlook[...]
The Losers return to The Overlook Hotel to review Mike Flanagan's Doctor Sleep. Together, they discuss how the film bridges together both Stephen King's The Shining and Stanley Kubrick's 1980 adaptation, praise Rebecca Ferguson's scene-stealing performance, and debate how this all might have gone down with "Hollywood Hack" Akiva Goldsman. They also speak to The[...]
The Losers return to review the second season of Hulu's Castle Rock. Together, they try to reason with the inclusion of Misery's Annie Wilkes and attempt to reckon with the wild changes going down in Stephen King's iconic small town. Yes, there are spoilers. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted[...]
The Losers board a train back to Mid-World as they continue their epic quest with Stephen King’s 1991 sequel, The Dark Tower III: The Wastelands. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers share some Needful Tweets, visit Hollywood King, and check into The Institute for a capsule review. Topics include: Constant Reader Patton Oswalt, If It Bleeds, and early anxieties forming around CBS All Access' The Stand. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.[...]
The Losers pull off to the side of the road while journeying through Kansas to review Vincenzo Natali's In the Tall Grass. Together, they discuss the pros and cons of the Stephen King and Joe Hill adaptation, specifically why it may have been better suited for an anthology series. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter[...]
The Losers hole up inside Horlicks University to review Shudder's new revival of Creepshow. Together, they discuss the series premiere -- more specifically, "Gray Matter" by Stephen King and "The House of the Head" by Josh Malerman -- and weigh in on the pros and cons. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
In our final episode of coverage for It: Chapter Two, the Losers take one more trip into the sewers for two exclusive interviews. First, they speak with composer Benjamin Wallfisch, who weighs in on his two epic scores. Shortly after, they reunite with director Andy Muschietti, who plans to spend more time in Derry with[...]
The Losers give their full review of It: Chapter Two. They're joined once again by Vanity Fair writer Anthony Breznican, who not only shares his two cents on the film, but also digresses on his recent chat with the King himself. This episode is sponsored by Stephen King's new novel The Institute, which hits bookstores[...]
The Losers return from an exclusive screening of It: Chapter Two and dump out another Bag of Bones. Rest assured, they try to keep the lid on the sewer of spoilers, but beware of some inferences or leakage. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more[...]
Brace yourselves, Constant Listeners. It: Chapter Two is going to be nearly three hours long. That's about as crazy as this episode which finds the Losers unpacking a hefty Bag of Bones. Conversations range from Stephen King book covers to The Dark Tower casting to, naturally, an elaborate digression on The Omega Code actor Casper[...]
The Losers welcome journalist and novelist Anthony Breznican to the Barrens, where they discuss the latest trailer for It: Chapter Two. To their surprise, he offers some juicy behind-the-scenes details from his past visit to the set. This is a can't-miss episode. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast.[...]
As they wait for their film to develop, the Losers discuss The Sun Dog, the fourth and final novella from Stephen King's 1990 collection, Four Past Midnight. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers return their books to The Library Policeman, the third novella from Stephen King's 1990 collection, Four Past Midnight. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers search for King's Dominion within Hawkins, Indiana as they review Stranger Things 3. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers answer the door to find a disheveled Johnny Depp in 2004's middling Secret Window. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The great Mick Garris reunites with the Losers for a special mini-episode to discuss his new horror anthology film, Nightmare Cinema. He also digresses on the state of modern horror, what keeps him up at night, and his recent chat with Stephen King. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See[...]
The Losers shack up in a cabin on Tashmore Lake to discuss Secret Window, Secret Garden, the second novella from Stephen King's 1990 collection, Four Past Midnight. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Henry Zebrowski of The Last Podcast on the Left joins the Losers today in a very special episode. Together, they dive into a frenzied discussion about Stephen King's family, the majesty of The Dark Tower, the power of Dune, and why Catholics fear hell. It's also a special reunion for one of the Losers. Follow[...]
The Losers return to The Overlook Hotel to discuss the first trailer for Mike Flanagan's Doctor Sleep. Topics range from Stephen King's thoughts on the film being a direct sequel to Stanley Kubrick's The Shining to all the Easter Eggs that lie within Room 237. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon[...]
The Losers suffer through their in-flight entertainment: ABC's 1995 miniseries adaptation of The Langoliers. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers catch a red-eye flight from Los Angeles to Boston and discuss The Langoliers, the first novella from Stephen King's 1990 collection, Four Past Midnight. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers unpack another big ol' Bag of Bones to answer all of the hard-pressing questions from their Constant Listeners. Topics this time include: Which Stephen King novel should Ari Aster direct? Which Loser has read the most King? What would be in the Losers' doomsday library? And, yes, what do the Losers think about[...]
The Losers review AMC's highly anticipated TV adaptation of Joe Hill's NOS4A2 ahead of its Sunday night premiere. Prior to that, however, they share some Needful Tweets and visit Hollywood King. Convos range from a slightly heated palaver over HBO's Game of Thrones, a meditation on Amazon's The Dark Tower and Hulu's The Eyes of the[...]
You are cordially invited to another unforgettable night of The Kingies! With the '80s now behind them, the Losers must choose the best and worst of Stephen King's output throughout his most decadent decade. However, this time around, the Losers have also included The People's Kingies, where we hear from you, the Constant Listener. So,[...]
The Losers return from the videostore with a worn-out copy of George A. Romero's 1993 adaptation of Stephen King's The Dark Half. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers offer a complete and exhaustive breakdown of the much-hyped teaser trailer for It: Chapter Two. Some are stray observations, some are theories, and some are downright chilling insights. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit[...]
Legendary composer Christopher Young talks with Losers' Club co-host Michael Roffman about scoring this year's Pet Sematary and the lessons he learned from working with George A. Romero on The Dark Half and Clive Barker on Hellraiser. The two of them also connect on their shared love for holiday decorations, particularly pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns for[...]
The Losers head back to Castle Rock, Maine to meet Sheriff Alan Pangborn and try to solve the grisly murders within Stephen King's chilling 1989 novel The Dark Half. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers return from Pet Sematary and debate what Stephen King story or book deserves an adaptation next. Before that, however, they sort through some outstanding Needful Tweets and make a quick detour into Hollywood King, where they catch up on news surrounding It: Chapter Two, Creepshow, Doctor Sleep, The Dark Tower, Castle Rock, and,[...]
The Losers' Club discusses Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kölsch's Pet Sematary and talk to the two filmmakers themselves. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers talk to authors Tananarive Due and Steven Barnes about their history with Stephen King (which includes a little rock 'n' rolling), the enduring power of genre writing, society's need for horror, and the genre's exciting diverse future, particularly in the hands of Jordan Peele. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
The Losers' Club talks to actress, writer, producer, director, and editor Amy Seimetz, who stars as Rachel Creed in Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kölsch's Pet Sematary. Together, they discuss childhood superstitions, growing up with Scholastic horror, the understated romance of the ghastly horror novel, and which King tale she'd love to adapt herself. Follow us[...]
The one and only Joe Bob Briggs joins the Losers in Austin, Texas during South by Southwest. Together, they discuss his big return to Shudder, the blockbuster state of horror, and, naturally, all things involving Stephen King. The legendary host offers his two cents on the "best" worst King movies, shares some hilarious anecdotes behind[...]
In this small and brief episode, Losers Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn join fellow Loser Dan Caffrey down in Austin, Texas for this year's South by Southwest Festival. Together, they preview the content you'll be getting in the weeks ahead, but also share some Needful Tweets and roll through Hollywood King. Follow us on Facebook[...]
The Losers gather around the television to revisit ABC's 1993 miniseries adaptation of The Tommyknockers. Chapters include: First Introductions, Derry Public Library (6:20), Heroes and Villains (16:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (44:00), The Sematary (52:00), Poundcake (58:00), King's Dominion (01:03:00), and Overall Thoughts (01:06:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
The Losers head into the woods of Haven to chase the balmy (misleading?) glow of Stephen King's 1987 sci-fi novel The Tommyknockers. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers celebrate Valentine's Day with Jack, Wendy, and Christine. They also share some Needful Tweets and visit Hollywood King, where they discuss a glutton's worth of news, from The Stand to Pet Sematary to a new novel by the Master of Horror. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (5:20), Hollywood King (21:00), Stephen King's Greatest[...]
The Losers revisit the broken bones, nasty wounds, and uncompromising fates within King's Dominion. Prior to that, however, they'll share some Needful Tweets and roll on through Hollywood King. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (5:20), Hollywood King (21:00), Stephen King's Greatest Couples (1:38:00), and Outro (1:53:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
The Losers head to the Wilkes residence for a viewing of Rob Reiner's 1990 adaptation of Misery. Together, they discuss Kathy Bates' Oscar-winning performance, mull over the what-if castings of Paul Sheldon, and dream up some poundcake. Chapters include: Introduction, Derry Public Library (10:00), Heroes and Villains (38:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (1:31:00), The Sematary (1:44:00), Poundcake[...]
The Losers hobble through Stephen King’s icy 1987 novel, Misery. Together, they wrestle with the psychology of Annie Wilkes, debate King's meta-relationship with his readers, and reflect on how the novel says so much about fandom today. Chapters include: Introductions, History/Synopsis/The Hook (27:00), Structure and Format (1:17:00), Heroes and Villains (1:37:00), Misery (2:10:30), The Sematary (2:27:00),[...]
The Losers celebrate 100 episodes with their second annual Kingmas. So, grab some candy canes, pour out some egg nog, and join them as they dive into Needful Tweets, take a quick visit to Hollywood King, and empty out a big ol' Bag of Bones. For a special bonus, Coach Hop singer-songwriter Charlie Honderick tags[...]
The Losers return to Mid-World as they continue their epic quest with Stephen King’s 1987 sequel, The Dark Tower II: The Drawing of the Three. Chapters include: Introductions/History/Synopsis, The Hook (15:00), Structure and Format (17:00), Heroes and Villains (24:30), Misery (1:13:30), Word Processor of the God (1:19:00), The Sematary (1:28:00), Poundcake! (1:37:00), King’s Dominion (1:42:00),[...]
The Losers turn the spotlight back on the world of collectors in King's Dominion. Keeping the series alive, Michael Roffman chats with Jason Pellegrini, who's not only amassed an incredible collection of books, but has published some himself. Together, the two discuss King's influence over his own work, the Funko addiction, and why Needful Things[...]
The Losers share some Needful Tweets, visit Hollywood King, share their thoughts on King's new "novel" Elevation, and celebrate another Kingsgiving. Topics include: AMC's Breaking Bad movie, the liberal use of "amazing", the recent Pet Sematary trailer, and much, much more. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (8:00), Hollywood King (38:00), Elevation (1:19:00), Kingsgiving (1:46:00), and Outro[...]
Good ol' Michael "Trashmouth" Roffman rings up director Tommy Lee Wallace to talk about his 1990 miniseries adaptation for Stephen King's It. Together, they discuss the evolution of television, the genius of Tim Curry's Pennywise, and the cultural reevaluation of Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
The Losers head to the living room and revisit Tommy Lee Wallace's iconic 1990 miniseries adaptation of It. Together, they debate which Loser was a winner, the timeless horror of Tim Curry, and the severe lack of poundcake. Chapters include: Introduction, Derry Public Library (20:25), Heroes and Villains (1:13:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (2:34:30), The Sematary (2:46:00),[...]
The Losers hop on the turtle for the sixth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they close the book for good by wading through the sewers of "Part 5: The Ritual of Chüd" and "Derry: The Last Interlude". Chapters include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (5:25), The Ritual of Bëv. (1:37:00), Heroes and Villains Continued (1:50:00), Misery[...]
The Losers pick up some sharp rocks and test their aim for the fifth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they explore smoke holes and haunted fridges as they flip over to Part 4: July of 1958 and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The Fourth Interlude. Chapters include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (8:29), Misery (1:57:00), The[...]
The Losers grab their Wayfarers and head back to the '80s for the fourth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they get some grub at the Jade and walk it off around town as they chew on Part 3: Grownups and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The Third Interlude. Chapter include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (8:04),[...]
The Losers wax nostalgic and head to the '50s in the third episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they bypass the bullies and hide in the standpipe that haunts the pages of Part 2: June of 1958 and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The Second Interlude. Chapter include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (34:15), Misery (1:57:00), The[...]
The Losers head into the Barrens of Stephen King's 1986 epic in this exhaustive second episode, which dissects both Part 1: The Shadow Before and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The First Interlude. There are heroes, there are villains, there is a lengthy discussion about Al Pacino. Chapter include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (2:30), Misery (1:43:35), The Sematary[...]
The Losers crack open Stephen King's 1986 epic: For the first of many episodes to come, they wrestle with the story's history, themes, and structure, but also try to figure out why King wanted to quit horror upon publishing the now-iconic masterpiece. Chapters include: Introduction/History The Hook (52:00), Structure and Format (1:17:45), and Outro (1:34:30) [...]
The Losers share some Needful Tweets, visit Hollywood King, and empty a big ol' Bag of Bones. Topics include: Memorable Stephen King connections in pop culture, ensuing woes with It: Chapter Two, possible King-inspired Saturday morning cartoons, and much, much more. Chapters include: Intro Needful Tweets (4:00), Hollywood King (12:30), Bag of Bones (18:30), and Outro[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock wraps up as Losers Mckenzie Gerber, Michael Roffman, and Randall Colburn close out the first season with its finale, "Romans". Together, they meditate on the strength and weaknesses of the season, bemoan that ridiculous post-credits scene, and make some future predictions for the series. Chapters include: Intro, Greetings[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers Mckenzie Gerber, Michael Roffman, and Justin Gerber find a thinny and cross into the alternate reality of "Henry Deaver". Together, they connect the dots between all the prior episodes, celebrate the show's wild 180, and speculate on how the season will come to an end. [...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn check into Maine's creepiest bed and breakfast to watch "Past Perfect". Together, they debate on the merits of Jackie "Diane" Torrance and try to make sense of whatever the hell just happened at the end. Chapters include: Intro, Greetings from[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn sit down with showrunners Dustin Thomason and Sam Shaw. Together, they discuss their earliest memories with Stephen King, how they first came up the idea for Castle Rock, the majesty of "The Queen", and where this anthology series might go. [...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers McKenzie Gerber, Justin Gerber, and Michael Roffman step into the mind of Ruth Deaver in "The Queen". Together, they piece together her puzzling memories, debate on whether The Kid is truly evil, and mourn the death of a legend. Chapters include: Intro, Greetings from Castle[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers McKenzie Gerber, Dan Caffrey, and Michael Roffman drop what they're doing and head into the forest for "Filter". Together, they talk about Ruth's chess board, the sounds of the universe, and whether or not this series is heading to Mid-World. Chapters include: Intro, Greetings from[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, and Michael Roffman eat some animal crackers and walk through "Harvest". Together, they talk about that buzzing in Henry's ears, why Scott Glenn is MVP, and, yes, Bill Skarsgård's ass. Chapters include: Intro, Greetings from Castle Rock (19:00), Heroes and Villains[...]
Our weekly coverage of Hulu's Castle Rock continues as Losers Dan Caffrey, Justin Gerber, and Michael Roffman take a shovel and dig deep into episode four, "The Box". Together, they talk about creepy barbers, the Deaver Bone Zone, and, naturally, Roy Orbison. Warning: Due to a technical glitch, Michael's microphone sounds incredibly muddy. The glitch[...]
In this special bonus episode, the Losers' Club hits the stage with Pet Symmetry's Evan Weiss and Survivor Type director Billy Hanson to talk about small towns, creepy urban legends, favorite Stephen King adaptations, and tough trivia. This episode was recorded live at Chicago's Music Box Theatre during Greetings from Castle Rock: A Stephen King[...]
Constant Listeners, we've finally arrived at Castle Rock -- Hulu's Castle Rock, that is -- where there's been a mysterious discovery deep within the bowels of Shawshank State Prison. What implications will it have on the sleepy town? We're going to find out. Kicking off our weekly coverage is Losers Randall Colburn, McKenzie Gerber, and[...]
The Losers share some Needful Tweets, visit Hollywood King, and empty a big ol' Bag of Bones. Topics include: Josh Boone's The Stand, Greg Nicotero's Creepshow TV series, and that time Kevin Smith apparently almost remade Cujo. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (9:30), Hollywood King (32:00), Bag of Bones (55:00), and Outro (2:02:50) Follow us[...]
The Losers turn the spotlight back on the world of collectors in King's Dominion. Keeping the series alive, Michael Roffman chats with Cameron Skip, whose amassed quite an eclectic collection of test printings, VHS tapes, and shrink-wrapped first-editions. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more[...]
The Losers rank every short story in Stephen King's 1985 collection Skeleton Crew, ending with the top 10. Chapters include: Intro/History, Morning Deliveries (Milkman #1) (25:00), Beachworld (35:00), The Reaper's Image (46:00), Nona (54:00), The Reach (1:07:15), Gramma (1:24:10), Survivor Type (1:45:00), Mrs. Todd's Shortcut (2:03:15), The Jaunt (2:20:30), The Raft (2:36:20), Final Thoughts (3:10:00),[...]
The Losers rank every tale in Stephen King's 1985 short story collection, starting with the bottom nine. Chapters include: Intro/History, Cain Rose Up (29:45), Big Wheels: A Tale of The Laundry Game (Milkman #2) (46:20), The Ballad of the Flexible Bullet (57:20), The Monkey (1:12:20), The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands (1:21:50), The Wedding[...]
The Losers hole up in their local grocery store to evade Stephen King's 1985 novella, The Mist. Chapters include: Intro/History The Hook (22:00), Structure and Format (29:00), Heroes and Villains (33:00), Misery (1:09:30), The Sematary (1:12:30), Word Processor of the Gods (1:37:00), Poundcake (1:47:30), King's Dominion (1:49:30), Overall Thoughts (1:54:30), Adaptations (2:01:00), and Outro (2:41:00) [...]
This week's episode is special. Not only do the Losers review a new Stephen King novel (The Outsider), but they also share some Needful Tweets, roll through Hollywood King, and announce something pretty, pretty ... pretty big. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (2:30), Hollywood King (17:24), The Outsider Non-Spoiler Review (1:02:45), The Outsider, Spoiler-Filled Review[...]
The Losers close the book on Richard Bachman's 1984 thriller Thinner by revisiting its 1996 adaptation with director Tom Holland. The mastermind behind Fright Night and Child's Play revisits the long road he walked in getting the sordid tale on the silver screen. Chapters include: Intro, Roundtable, Movie Review (3:45), Interview with Tom Holland (1:05:45),[...]
The Losers finally found a diet that works for them: Richard Bachman's 1984 thriller, Thinner. Chapters include: Intro/History, The Hook (28:00), Structure and Format (49:25), Heroes and Villains (102:15), Misery (1:39:15), The Sematary (1:53:00), Word Processor of the Gods (2:07:20), Poundcake (2:16:25), King's Dominion (2:27:45), Overall Thoughts (2:33:30), and Outro (2:40:00). Follow us on Facebook[...]
The Losers turn the spotlight on the world of collectors in King's Dominion. To tip off the new and exciting series, Michael Roffman chats with Johann Trotter, whose expansive collection has amassed quite the following on Instagram. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.[...]
The Losers journey through the American heartland and the Territories within Stephen King and Peter Straub's 1984 fantasy novel, The Talisman. Chapters include: Intro/History, The Hook (21:30), Structure and Format (39:15), Heroes and Villains (58:45), Misery (1:48:20), The Sematary (2:09:30), Word Processor of the Gods (2:37:45), Poundcake (2:49:25), King's Dominion (3:01:50), Overall Thoughts (3:17:00), Adaptations[...]
The Losers stumble upon a wild backstory involving Stephen King and a certain 1994 animated movie starring Macaulay Culkin that changes the Master of Horror's oeuvre forever. Chapters include: Intro, History, The Hook (19:27), Heroes & Villains (26:00), The Sematary (39.00), Poundcake (44:04), King's Dominion (49:29), and Overall Thoughts (56:47). Follow us on Facebook |[...]
The Losers step into the Kingdom of Delain and come face to face with Stephen King's 1984 fantasy novel, The Eyes of the Dragon. Chapters include: Intro, History (15:45), The Hook (12:30), Structure and Format (23:30), Heroes and Villains (35:05), The Sematary (1:12:00), Word Processor of the Gods (1:20:50), Poundcake (1:30:00), King's Dominion (1:35:50), The[...]
The Losers close the gates on Stephen King's 1983 novel, Pet Sematary. Chapters include: Intro, Pet Sematary 1 and 2 Square-Off (3:45), Unearthed and Untold Documentary Review (1:42:00), Final Thoughts (1:48:00), Interview with Mary Lambert (2:01:00), Outro (2:46:45). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more[...]
The Losers keep digging into Stephen King's 1983 novel, Pet Sematary. Chapters include: Intro, The Sematary (2:00), Word Processor of the God (47:45), Poundcake (102:30), King's Dominion (1:16:00), Final Thoughts (1:30:00), Outro (1:40:30) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers grab their shovels and head into Stephen King’s 1983 novel, Pet Sematary. Chapters include: Intro, History (15:45), The Hook (40:40), Structure and Format (57:00), Heroes and Villains (1:19:15), Outro (2:46:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad[...]
Things get hairy for the Losers as they head to Tarker’s Mills and tear through Stephen King’s 1983 short horror novel, Cycle of the Werewolf. Chapters include: Intro, History (4:20), The Hook (10:30), Cycle Breakdown (30:20), Month 12 (34:20), Month 11 (42:18), Month 10 (50:08), Month 9 (55:22), Month 8 (1:04:40), Month 7 (1:20:00), Month[...]
The Losers hit the gas on Stephen King’s 1983 novel, Christine. Chapters include: Intro, History (12:30), The Hook (26:00), Structure and Format (38:30), Heroes and Villains (1:02:15), The Sematary (1:57:20), Word Processor of the God (2:12:44), Poundcake! (2:24:15), King’s Dominion (2:34:25), Overall Thoughts (2:43:30), John Carpenter’s Christine (2:48:00), and Outro (3:14:35). Follow us on Facebook[...]
The Losers reach the end of Stephen King’s 1982 collection, Different Seasons, with The Breathing Method. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook (2:45), Structure and Format (18:25), Heroes and Villains (30:00), The Sematary (40:25), Word Processor of the God (53:30), Poundcake! (55:52), King’s Dominion (59:25), Overall Thoughts (1:05:45), Potential Adaptations (1:10:35), Final Word on Different Seasons[...]
The Losers talk to Stand by Me co-stars Jerry O’Connell and Wil Wheaton. Chapters include: Intro, Interview with Jerry O’Connell (2:23), Interview with Wil Wheaton (51:23:12), and Outro (2:12:14). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers go looking for a dead body as they hit the third novella in Stephen King’s 1982 collection, Different Seasons. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook (8:00), Structure and Format (25:00), Heroes and Villains (30:00), The Sematary (1:43:00), Word Processor of the God (1:51:00), Poundcake! (2:14:00), King’s Dominion (2:17:00), Overall Thoughts (2:31:00), Adaptations (2:40:00), and[...]
The Losers stumble upon a former Nazi as they keep flipping through Stephen King’s 1982 novellas collection, Different Seasons. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (09:25), Heroes and Villains (23:00), The Sematary (1:24:42), Word Processor of the God (1:35:41), Poundcake! (1:41:23), King’s Dominion (1:48:00), Overall Thoughts (1:58:00), Adaptations (2:04:00), and Outro (2:31:45). Follow us[...]
The Losers get locked up in Shawshank as they journey through Stephen King’s 1982 novellas collection, Different Seasons. Chapters include: Intro/First Experiences, The Hook/Structure and Format (11:35), Heroes and Villains (30:51), The Sematary (1:07:20), Word Processor of the God (1:20:04), Poundcake! (1:30:26), King’s Dominion (1:32:59), Overall Thoughts (1:36:44), Adaptations (1:42:03), and Outro (2:03:34). Follow us[...]
The Losers head to Mid-World as they begin their epic quest with Stephen King’s 1982 novel, The Gunslinger. Chapters include: Introductions and History, The Hook (18:00), Structure and Format (25:00), Heroes and Villains (35:30), The Sematary (1:52:00), Word Processor of the God (2:02:00), Poundcake! (2:13:00), King’s Dominion (2:20:00), Things We Glean Along The Beam (2:23:00),[...]
The Losers team up with The New Flesh Podcast to sort through the good, the bad, and the creepy of Creepshow and Creepshow 2. Chapters include: Intro, The Venus Flytrap (10:25), Old Chief Wood’nhead (21:25), Father’s Day (35:40), The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill (48:45), The Hitch-hiker (1:00:00), Voodoo Doll (1:10:00), Something to Tide You[...]
The Losers talk to the one and only Thomas Jane. Chapters include: Intro, Echo Park (2:40), Paul Westerberg (5:55), Dreamcatcher (10:00), Absinthe (16:30), The Mist (23:15), Meeting Stephen King (36:25), 1922 (38:30), Twin Peaks/Hung (57:45), Stephen King Wishlist (1:04:30), It (1:11:10), Language of Film (1:13:30), and Outro (1:16:15). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter |[...]
The Losers sort through some Needful Tweets, head to Hollywood King, review Zak Hilditch’s 1922, and talk to the filmmaker himself. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (6:00), Hollywood King (26:00), 1922 Non-Spoiler Review (51:15), 1922 Spoilerific Review (1:42:25), Interview with Zak Hilditch (1:53:30), and Outro (2:19:28). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
The Losers pay homage to Tom Petty, head to Hollywood King, discuss Stephen and Owen King’s Sleeping Beauties, review Mike Flanagan’s Gerald’s Game, and talk to the filmmaker himself. Chapters include: Intro, Remembering Tom Petty (6:05), Hollywood King (23:45), Sleeping Beauties (59:30), Gerald’s Game Review (1:15:00), and Interview with Mike Flanagan (1:58:00). Follow us on[...]
The Losers -- Randall Colburn, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Justin Gerber -- head straight into the dystopian world of Richard Bachman’s 1982 novel, The Running Man. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (9:05), Zeroes and Villains (35:00), The Sematary (1:05:30), Word Processor of the God (1:16:00), Poundcake! (1:22:00), King’s Dominion (1:34:29), Overall Thoughts(1:39:50),[...]
The Losers run out of gas outside Castle Rock as they discuss Stephen King’s Cujo. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (8:00), Zeroes and Villains (1:03:50), The Sematary (2:10:00), Word Processor of the God (2:26:30), Poundcake! (2:36:00), King’s Dominion (2:51:00), Overall Thoughts(2:54:00), Adaptation (3:03:00), Outro (3:30:35). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.[...]
The Losers discuss Andy Muschietti’s film adaptation of It and talk to the filmmaker and producer. Chapters include: Intro, Spoiler-Free Review (3:30), Spoilerific Review (1:00:30), Interview with Andy and Barbara Muschietti (1:59:10), and Outro (2:25:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more[...]
Losers Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, McKenzie Gerber, and Mel Kassel take a dance of death with Stephen King’s Danse Macabre. In addition to takes on King’s expansive book on horror’s history, the Losers relate King’s findings/feelings to all things horror after the book’s publication, reveal what scares them, and discuss some essential pieces of horror[...]
The Losers -- Justin Gerber, Allison Shoemaker, McKenzie Gerber, and Melanie Kassel -- discuss Richard Bachman’s 1981 energy crisis novel, Roadwork. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook/Structure and Format (10:00), Zeroes and Villains (30:00), The Sematary (1:20:00), Word Processor of the God (1:24:00), Poundcake! (1:38:00), King’s Dominion (1:49:00), Overall Thoughts/Adaptations (1:53:00), Outro (2:03:00). Follow us on[...]
The Losers discuss Nikolaj Arcel’s film adaptation of The Dark Tower. Chapters include: Intro, Background (3:10), Heroes and Villains (32:50), The Director’s Chair (53:20), Page to Screen (1:06:00), The Score (1:10:20), King’s Dominion (1:15:20), Overall Thoughts (1:25:25), Bag of Bones (1:37:00), Outro (1:55:45). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on[...]
Losers Randall Colburn, Dan Caffrey, McKenzie Gerber, and new member to the Club Melanie Kassel discuss Stephen King’s Firestarter. Chapters include: Intro/Meet the New Loser!, The Hook/Structure and Format (25:00), Zeroes and Villains (52:00), The Sematary (1:27:00), Word Processor of the God (1:48:00), Poundcake! (1:55:00), King’s Dominion (2:10:00), Overall Thoughts (2:18:00), Adaptations (2:26:00), Outro (2:49:00). [...]
Welcome to the first People's Kingies in which you, the Constant Listener, choose the best in King's Dominion. Before all that, the Losers pay tribute to the late George A. Romero, offer some Needful Tweets, and visit Hollywood King. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets/Romero Tribute (1:19), Hollywood King (17:56), People’s Kingies (50:50), and Outro (1:07:40). [...]
You are cordially invited to our inaugural awards ceremony: The Kingies! As we close the book on Stephen King's 1970s output, the Losers choose the best (and worst!) from a litany of categories. Who's our favorite hero of a '70s King novel? Which novel has the best ending? And where can the tastiest poundcake be[...]
The Losers head to Castle Rock and discuss Stephen King’s The Dead Zone. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook (17:00), Structure and Format (31:00), Zeroes and Villains (45:00), The Sematary (2:00:00), Word Processor of the God (2:14:30), Poundcake! (2:30:30), King’s Dominion (2:38:00), Overall Thoughts (2:45:30), Adaptations (2:55:00), Outro (3:28:30). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter |[...]
The Losers -- Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, and Editor-In-Chief Michael Roffman -- review Spike’s The Mist, offer some Needful Tweets, head to Hollywood King, and dump out the ol’ Bag of Bones. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (3:50), Headlines and Hollywood King (13:46), Spike’s The Mist (30:45), Bag of Bones (46:19), and Outro (1:33:50) Follow[...]
The Losers takes a deadly stroll through Richard Bachman's 1979 dystopian survival tale, The Long Walk. Chapters include: Intro, The Hook (4:00), Structure and Format (33:15), Zeroes and Villains (1:02:20), The Sematary (1:44:30), Poundcake! (2:11:05), King’s Dominion (2:23:50), Overall Thoughts (2:29:45), Producer’s Chair (2:41:45), Outro (2:47:35) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram |[...]
The Losers discuss the 1994 TV miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s The Stand and talk to director Mick Garris and composer W.G. Snuffy Walden. Chapters include: Intro, Cast and Characters (6:00), The Sematary (1:06:00), Missed Opportunities (1:12:00), Favorite Moments (1:17:35), Overall Thoughts (1:25:00), Producer’s Chair (1:29:00), Comic Book (1:49:00), Outro (1:54:00), Mick Garris (1:58:00), and[...]
The Losers reach the end of Stephen King’s The Stand. Chapters include: Remastered Intro, Losers Intro (4:15), The Hook (05:55), Structure and Format (55:00), Heroes and Villains (1:11:00), The Sematary (2:13:45), Poundcake! (2:32:30), King’s Dominion (2:41:00), Final Thoughts (2:46:30), and Outro (02:59:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast.[...]
The Losers continue walking through Stephen King’s The Stand as they look into the second book: "On the Border". Chapters include: Remastered Intro, Losers Intro (4:15), The Hook (8:55), Structure & Format (23:24), Heroes and Villains (1:03:00), The Sematary (2:09:00), Poundcake! (2:37:00), King’s Dominion (2:56:00), Room 237 (3:03:35), Final Thoughts (3:08:00), and Outro (3:20:00) Follow[...]
The Losers start walking through Stephen King’s The Stand with the novel's first of three books: "Captain Trips". Chapters include: Remastered Intro, Losers Intro (04:05), History (17:56), The Hook (31:00), Structure & Format (55:50), Heroes and Villains (1:36:00), Sematary (2:35:00), Poundcake! (2:51:35), King’s Dominion (3:12:20), Final Thoughts (3:23:00), and Outro (3:34:00) Follow us on Facebook[...]
The Losers discuss the good, the bad, and the (mostly) ugly film and TV adaptations of Stephen King’s first short story collection, 1978’s Night Shift. Chapters include: Intro, Graveyard Shift (7:41), The Mangler (19:17), "Battleground" (33:57), Maximum Overdrive (39:45), Trucks (58:53), Sometimes They Come Back (1:10:28), "The Ledge" (1:23:39), The Lawnmower Man (1:34:33), "Quitters, Inc."[...]
The Losers continue their journey through Stephen King’s Night Shift in the second installment of this three-part series. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (4:45), Jerusalem’s Lot (37:10), I Am the Doorway (47:11), Children of the Corn (1:00:18), The Woman in the Room (1:13:24), The Ledge (1:28:37), Quitters, Inc. (1:39:21), Night Surf (1:49:19), The Boogeyman (1:59:41),[...]
The Losers dust off Stephen King’s Night Shift in the first installment of this three-episode series. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (11:47), Sometimes They Come Back (33:02), The Lawnmower Man (48:57), Battleground (1:00:51), The Mangler (1:12:11), Trucks (1:21:02), Graveyard Shift (1:33:51), The Man Who Loved Flowers (1:44:55), Strawberry Spring (1:57:40), I Know What You Need[...]
The Losers crack open The Bachman Books for the first time for 1977's Rage. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Losers head to The Overlook Hotel to dissect Stephen King’s 1977 ghost story, The Shining. Chapters include: Remastered Intro (00:31), The Losers Intro (04:15), Needful Tweets (04:53), First Experiences (11:25), Synopsis (22:30), The Hook (23:30), Structure and Format (42:15), Heroes and Villains (58:25), The Sematary (1:42:00), Poundcake! (2:04:00),King’s Dominion (2:11:00), Room 237 (2:19:00), Adaptations[...]
The Losers head to Jerusalem’s Lot to dissect Stephen King’s 1975 vampiric masterpiece, 'Salem's Lot. Chapters include: New Intro (00:31), Salem's Lot / Losers Intro (04:05), Needful Tweets (9:34), History / Hook (18:00), Structure & Format (35:00), Heroes and Villains (49:25), The Sematary (1:15:20), Poundcake! (1:26:00), King's Dominion (1:34:00), Adaptations (1:42:30), Overall Thoughts (2:35:00), and[...]
For the inaugural episode, the Losers go back to the very beginning with Stephen King’s 1974 debut novel, Carrie. Chapters include: New Introduction, Meet the Losers (4:18), History/Hook (18:30), Structure and Format (32:00), Heroes and Villains (42:00), The Sematary (1:05:00), Poundcake! (1:15:00), Final Thoughts (1:21:35), King’s Dominion (1:29:00), Adaptations (1:35:00), and Outro (2:16:00). Follow us[...]
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Founded in 2017, The Losers’ Club’ is an award-winning weekly series that chronologically digs through the work of Stephen King with humor, irreverence, and a critical eye. Each episode, the Losers gather together to read between the iconic pages and share the latest in King’s Dominion, whether it’s the author’s oft-controversial tweets, the boldest Hollywood headlines, or his endless forthcoming projects. The series also regularly features special guests. In the past, the Losers have spoken to Mike Flanagan, Thomas Jane, Tananarive Due, Chapo Trap House, Owen Teague, Mick Garris, Mary Lambert, Jerry O’Connell, Wil Wheaton, Joe Bob Briggs, and even King himself. Suitable for readers both Constant and casual. King says check us out. Edited by Kyle Orozovich. Music by The Most/Charlie Laurence. Produced by Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn.

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