In a Derry Public Radio first, the team is reading a Stephen King book NONE of them have read, Pet Sematary! Join in the discussion as we get to know the Creed's as they start their new life, Rachel's confusing views on death, how Louis has the worst first day ever, our conflicting feelings about Louis Creed himself, and our first trip to the Micmac burial ground! Don't look down, don't hesitate, it's Episode 24, "Who's the Baby's Momma?"
Mar 24, 2019•1 hr 3 min
It’s time for our third and final warning on The Long Walk. Tune in as we learn the greatest compliment you can give a woman, how emotional we were over the tragic ends of our remaining Walkers, Stebbins’ history and motivations are revealed, the devious details behind how The Long Walk works, the incredible ending, and Ben’s research reveals the “true ending”. Safety’s are clicked off, and rifles aimed for Episode 23, “Fine! I Give Up!”
Mar 11, 2019•1 hr 1 min
Join us as we get our second warning on “The Long Walk." Tune in as we cover our desire to know more about previous Long Walks, the strategy of going it alone vs needing friends, what the breaking of their magic circle really means to Garraty, the dark secrets we learn about the other Walkers, Ben gives us more info about his bowels than we ever asked for, and the most gruesome death of the book shakes us to our emotional core. Crack open a fresh watermelon for Episode 22, “You Go, Italian Ghost...
Feb 24, 2019•1 hr 3 min
On this episode of Derry Public Radio, we hit the pavement for the first five chapters of “The Long Walk”. Join in the discussion of how “Battle Royale” pop culture effects the reveal of “getting your ticket punched”, the implications of the world outside The Long Walk itself, CM physically puts herself to the challenge of keeping pace, how this is not only physically challenging but mentally, and how sheer luck plays into their fates. Listen no slower than 4 miles per hour on Episode 21, “The M...
Feb 10, 2019•58 min
Tune in to Derry Public Radio as we explore the very Lovecraftian second half to King’s “Revival”. Full of twists, turns, and blindsides this book goes off the rails in the best way. Join in as we discuss possible tie-ins to Salem’s Lot and The Club, the secret of secret electricity, if the book is anti-science, the real burden of knowledge, and the most insane ending to a book that we’ve covered so far. We’re waiting for you on the other side of the door in Episode 20, “Preacher VS Magician”.
Jan 27, 2019•1 hr 4 min
New Year, new book! This week Derry Public Radio kicks off 2019 with the first half of “Revival”. Join in the conversation about a book that’s partially responsible for our show existing! On this episode we discuss fate vs coincidence, CM creates an adorable name for a literary device, what constitutes a “nemesis”, Josh’s heart breaks, the Terrible Sermon, and what a crisis of faith can do to a person. We’ve got the episode to cure what ails you on Episode 19, “Delicious Foreshadowing”.
Jan 13, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Wrapping up their Salem’s Lot coverage, the DPR Staff watch the three hour Salem’s Lot miniseries! Tune in as we discuss the absurd casting, a surprise Fred Willard, how perfect the Marsten House is as a set piece, Josh and CM reenact their favorite scene, the most sinister acting ever done by a crate, the weird changes made to Mark, and one scene causes all three to become immediately furious! Sharpen your stakes for Episode 18, “Terror Comes From the Tongue”.
Dec 30, 2018•1 hr 3 min
Derry Public Radio takes a step back from the books on this very special Christmas episode! Tune in for a candid episode of Josh, CM, and Ben having some casual discussion and playing a few games all connected to the Stephen King books they've covered this year. Thank you for listening and we hope you enjoy this peek into our personalities in this bonus episode. We've had a great year and you've all been a part of it! Now please enjoy, "A Merry Derry Christmas Special".
Dec 22, 2018•1 hr 4 min
On this episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff wraps up the second half of Salem’s Lot (for real, we promise). The team of vampire fighters finally forms and takes the fight to the dark forces in Salem’s Lot. As the body count rises, we discuss how all the dominoes set up and how satisfying they fall in this second half, what a badass Mark Petrie is, the epic face-off with Barlow, Callahan’s terrifying ending, the terrible decisions Jimmy Cody makes, and the reveal of Ben’s master plan! Do...
Dec 16, 2018•1 hr 7 min
On this episode, the Derry Public Radio staff starts reading the first part of “Salem’s Lot”. Tune in as we discuss the lore behind the town of Jerusalem’s Lot, the pros and cons of beginning at the end, age gaps which should be noted, Ben Mears’ absurd level of passive acceptance, and the ever present theme of cynicism vs belief. Keep out of direct sunlight and begin Episode 16, “Doin’ the Do”.
Dec 02, 2018•1 hr 1 min
This week the DPR staff sit down to watch the movie “Misery”. Listen in as Ben reveals some insane possible casting choices, Josh busts open the case for the theory of “the actual” Misery, CM reveals her phobia of watching people get shaved, the addition of the best characters ever, the effect of losing the addiction subplot, and especially the goddess, Kathy Bates, well deserved Oscar winning performance. You’ll never know the fear of losing listeners like you, if you’re a podcast like us on Ep...
Nov 18, 2018•1 hr 1 min
In this week’s episode, the DPR staff wrap up the intense second half of “Misery”. Join us as we delve into King’s handling of the subject of mental health, the ego of Annie Wilkes, The Scene, Josh ruins reading for Ben forever, Annie’s transition from Monster to Goddess, and Ben brings to light a theory about “the actual story”. We’re putting our foot down on Episode 14, “Must Be Nice”.
Nov 04, 2018•1 hr 4 min
In this week’s episode, the DPR staff begin the first half of the terrifying book, Misery. Join in as they discuss how Annie Wilkes is one of the best Stephen King villains of all time, whose perspective the story is really from, CM totally creeps Ben and Josh out, the idea of Misery as a “love letter”, and the themes of pain, addiction, and dependency. We’re you’re number one fan on Episode 13, “Mr. Picklocks”.
Oct 21, 2018•1 hr 2 min
We’ve reached the end of Different Seasons, wrapping up by reading “The Breathing Method”. In this episode the DPR staff discusses the power of effective storytelling, stories within stories, Josh’s overconfidence finally catches up with him, the most amazing female character covered so far, Ben has a great theory about Stevens, the intensity of the mystery of “The Club”, it’s effect on the outside world, and CM does the most insane thing Ben has ever heard! Get ready because we’re about to take...
Oct 07, 2018•1 hr
Derry Public Radio visits the Fall season of Different Seasons reading “The Body”, and watching “Stand By Me”. On this episode we learn that Joshua Kahn equates human life to the life of a deer, Ben opens up about the kind of child he was, the way this coming of age story is so unique, the very few changes the movie makes both good and bad, expectation vs reality, CM makes the best joke ever, and the massive difference in the endings of the two. You guys wanna hear about a dead body? This is Epi...
Sep 23, 2018•1 hr 4 min
This particularly dark episode Derry Public Radio continues with Different Seasons. Both reading and watching, "Apt Pupil". Join in as your hosts explore the approach of a story with two antagonists who are real world monsters, the film's lack of emotion and what it costs the overall story, themes of sexuality, violence, and manipulation, and the incredibly different endings between the story and movie. Josh, CM, and Ben have a lot of feelings about this one and you're Apt to as well listening t...
Sep 09, 2018•1 hr 5 min
On this episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff dive into the first novella of Different Seasons, “Rita Hayworth and Shawkshank Redemption”. Listen in as they cover both the book and movie and how hard it is to separate them, Andy as flesh and blood vs his myth and legend, how the concepts of time and hope play into the narrative, Josh calls Stephen King a cheater, CM defends a murderer, and Ben talks butts. It’s time to get busy living or get busy listening to Episode 9, “Send Me $500”.
Aug 26, 2018•1 hr 6 min
On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff wraps up The Dark Half by watching the movie. Join in as they discuss Timothy Hutton’s method on playing Thad/George and the incredible details he put into playing both. Ben gets his wish seeing the story told as a mystery, how the small changes affect major character, the backstory the movie adds to the overall story, George Romero’s impact and thoughts on the project, and the best character from Part 1 makes a leap from book to screen. Ge...
Aug 12, 2018•1 hr 1 min
On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, Ben leads the discussion on the dark half of The Dark Half. Join the DPR staff as they discuss the effects of humanizing a monster, Ben meets his new favorite character of all time, the excitement in parallel storytelling, what a badass Liz is, and how the final confrontation changes all their lives forever. Keep an eye out for psychopomps because this is Episode 7, “Chekov’s Scissors.”
Jul 29, 2018•1 hr 3 min
On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, Ben leads the discussion of the first half of The Dark Half! The DPR staff discusses the different tones when you follow two protagonists, how eye imagery impacts the story, Thad’s sad future, showing versus telling, and Josh gives the main character a nickname CM hates! Ask Momma if you believe this is Episode 6, “Thaddy Daddy.”
Jul 16, 2018•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff finishes the second half of Joyland. CM once again leads the discussion as the DPR staff covers Mike’s Shining, the surprising layers of Eddie Parks, Devin’s complex relationships with Annie and Mike, CM breaks down the Funhouse Killer’s victims, Josh talks sex, Ben continues his tradition of messing up character names, and our killer is revealed! All this and more on Derry Public Radio Episode 5, “Are Ghosts Dumb?”
Jul 01, 2018•1 hr 4 min
In today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, your DPR staff heads to North Carolina’s premiere amusement park, Joyland. As they explore the first half of this Hard Case Crime novel, CM leads the discussion about how real and honest the characters feel, Josh’s strong feelings about the narrator’s voice, and Ben’s personal connection to the story. All this and more on Derry Public Radio Episode 4, “Let me be Baloo!”
Jun 17, 2018•53 min
The Derry Public Radio staff takes a break from reading as they watch the original “Carrie”. We also explore the other “Carrie” media including the remake, the sequel, and…. the musical! Join us as we cover our likes, dislikes, castings that could have been, and much more. Lastly we reveal our next book so that you can read along with us next episode and shout out to some of our great DPR fans! Email us at derrypublicradio@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @derrypublicradio, and fol...
Jun 03, 2018•49 min
As we move into our new studio space (after the first one was blown up in a fit of telekinetic rage at our Episode 1 Post-Prom) Derry Public Radio discusses the second half of "Carrie". Join the DPR Staff in breaking down what makes Carrie so tragic, who is the true villain of the story, how many ways this story could have turned out different, and finally, the fate of Chamberline. You may notice a slight difference in sound quality while we work out the kinks. We're happy to report that any sou...
May 20, 2018•1 hr 6 min
In the pilot episode of Derry Public Radio, meet the staff behind this Stephen King Podcast. Join us as we discuss hard hitting topics such as feminism, religion, and X-Men fan fiction. Email us at derrypublicradio@gmail.com, follow us on Facebook and Instagram @derrypublicradio, and follow us on Twitter @derrypublic.
May 06, 2018•1 hr 2 min
