This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join us as we discuss the impossible task of adapting such a massive story, the odd choice in special effects, the overall lack of subtlety, the epic Nettie/Wilma fight, a third act boat, and the puzzling choice to make a villain the hero. We lay Castle Rock to rest with Episode 75, “A Real Duelogy”.
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join the discussion as we cover Gaunt’s plan leaving nothing to chance, the reveal of what our characters Needful Things truly are, Alan puts the final pieces together, Gaunt’s true form is revealed, our villain dream team is formed, the battle of Catholics VS Baptists comes to a head, an unexpected hero moment, and we finally get the face-off we’ve been waiting for all book long! We...
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Tune in as we discuss the return of the Bad Boy of Castle Rock, Ace Merrill, the dark path of Brian Rusk, the plethora of Lovecraft references, CM reveals her hate of slapstick, Leland Gaunt reaches a new level of evil, and the dominos come crashing down in the final chapter of this reading. We teach you the truth of value on Episode 73, “Rice is the Best Thing”.
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join the discussion as we cover the breakneck pace, how Gaunt shares a lot of distinct traits with another legendary King villain, Polly’s secret backstory, crossing the line from pranks to crimes, Gaunt’s plan takes shape as Nettie and Wilma’s arc comes to a head, Alan’s police skills on display, and CM performs a dramatic reading. Violation: Not listening to Episode 72, “Mr. Gaunt ...
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Tune is as Josh celebrates his return to his very first King book, the best Foreword ever, the introduction of one of King’s best villains, the secret underbelly of Castle Rock, the perfect pacing of ominous subtlety, and way more sex talk than you’d expect, even for us. We’ve got what you’re looking for in Episode 71, “He’s Doing WHAT to Her?!”
CM and Josh are back with a bonus episode where we talked to actress, writer, filmmaker, and film programmer, Julia Marchese. Julia recently acquired the rights to her very own Dollar Baby, the short story "I Know What You Need", which can be found in Night Shift. Join us as we discuss Julia's unique plan for this film, her love of all things Stephen King, other horror favorites, and her Indiegogo campaign! Julia Marchese is a filmmaker, actor, podcaster, cinephile and film programmer living in ...
Josh and CM got the opportunity recently to sit down with Filmmaker, Ian Klink. Ian was the recipient of a “Dollar Baby” for “The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands”. Join us as we discuss where his Stephen King fandom began, his passion for filmmaking, what the Dollar Baby process is like, the challenges of an adaptation, and what the process taught him. Enjoy as Derry Public Radio interviews Ian Klink. Ian Klink was born in Camanche, Iowa and grew up in several cities from river to river in Iowa. A...
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “The Colorado Kid” chosen by Bryant Burnette. Join us as Ben creates another new segment to the show, how this book plays on genre expectations, finding satisfaction with not knowing, the Maine accent, the insane timeline before The Kid’s death is revealed, the final unanswered question, and why this story has been kept secret. We’re telling the story of this story in our story of Episode 70, “Please, No one Murder CM”.
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “The Colorado Kid” chosen by Bryant Burnette. Join us as Ben introduces a “new segment”, the idyllic backdrop of Moose-Lookit Island, the way Vince and Dave mentor Stephanie, how King came to write the story, the framing device of this story, the formula of a mystery, and when a story isn’t a story. Grab a Coke and take a seat on the porch for Episode 69, “That Very Poetic Image”.
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series covering the miniseries of The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss the drastic changes to Gard’s character, the way the theme of addiction was brought to the forefront, the great design of the inventions, the baffling exterior ship design, a dramatic reenactment with Josh and Ben, the best and worst deaths, the amazing set design of the Shed, and the crazy alternate finale from the book. Prepare for that 90’s green glow on Ep...
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with Book Three of The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss Ben’s new cat’s thoughts, Sissy’s cartoonish behavior, CM crushes the metal protection logic, the Shed and the Ship are revealed, the mechanics of teleportation, we discover what Tommyknockers actually are, Haven becomes closed off from the outside world, and whether or not Gard’s story has come full circle. We get out of this world on Episode 67, “Just Like the Matri...
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with Book Two of The Tommyknockers. Tune in as we discuss this history of Haven, the book's complete change of format, the best/worst magic show ever, how hardcore Ruth McCausland can be, the flaw in the metal plate theory, the downfall of naming things, how dumb the Tommyknockers plans are, Gard puts some final pieces together, and CM commits the first cardinal sin of the podcast. We get closer to Becoming on Episode 66, “Cla...
This week Derry Public Radio puts their face masks on and returns to the studio together! We get back into our Patreon Reader Selections with The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss the inspiration behind the story, how Bobbi changes so quickly, the insane vet scene, we get real about addiction, way too much nuclear energy talk, a King crossover, alien inventions, Jim’s rampant hypocrisy, and Bango Skank! Prepare to lose time on Episode 65, “I’m Getting a Dog”.
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join as we welcome special guest, the incomparable Dr. Hook, Andrew McCarthy! Tune is as we discuss his acting career, quarantine, his passion for travel, how exposure to the world at large makes you a better person, his YA novel, how he became Dr. Hook, what it was like to make “Kingdom Hospital”, the Kingdom Finger, and what does the future hold? Sit back and enjoy as ...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join as we welcome special guest, Head of the “$1 Producer Project”, Anthony Natarelli. Tune in as we discuss Stegman’s peak madness, CM would be a dick if she had Mary’s bell, we get our Stephen King cameo, more evil Gottrichs, a clip show using clips from the clip show, how Antbear became Antbear, Mary’s full story, Peter does his solid, and the Kingdom finally rests. ...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join as we welcome special guest, GM for our Kids on Bikes series on Patreon, Jeremy Mahr. Tune in for Josh’s acting skills put on display, Liminal Space, Elmer finally gets ahead, a limo ride takes a tragic turn, some behind the scenes info, Antibus’ transformation, Egyptian Gods, and Stephen King gets one over on us once again! Having a terrible, horrible, no good, ver...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome special guest, Steve Jennings. Tune in as a brand-new character is introduced, Brenda’s witchcraft gone wrong, the secret of Peter’s drawings, CM’s Dr. Hook impression, unpacking Bobby’s home life, Medical Records becomes a game of chicken, and we miss an old villain. Grab your Wolf Pack and listen to Episode 62, “WCW Saved Us All”.
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome special guest, Josh's mom, Lisa Kahn. Tune in as we discuss all of the Christ references throughout the episode, a Wayne Newton cameo, the real meaning of Easter, Josh gets his dreaded Otto arc, and Stegman gets the truth about the vandals. It's time for a miracle on Episode 61, "I'm a Hoot".
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome returning special guest, from Drinking Age Movies, Paul Workman. On this episode we discuss the tragedy of “Error” Candleton, what Elmer really cost the hospital with his antics, our feelings on Lona’s character development, the theories of time travel, and the fascinating real-life postscript to this episode. Take me out to the podcast, take me out...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome special guest, Jessica White, featured in our Patreon episodes of “Kids on Bikes”. On this episode we discuss Stegman’s parking story arc, a doll reveals a dark truth in more ways than one, an ongoing gross joke gets grosser, the dangers in wishes, a prank goes horribly wrong, and some satisfying ends to some terrible characters. Keep your distance ...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome special guest, Nick Hofer, featured in our Patreon episodes of “Kids on Bikes”. Tune is as we discuss what draws people to Kingdom Hospital, the concept of infrasound, Josh speculates on Natalie’s backstory, CM judges Peter’s commutations skills, the evolution of Frankie, a heavy conversation about death, and our team of heroes gains a new member. G...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we welcome out very first guest, Paul Workman from the “Drinking Age Movies” Podcast, discuss earthquake expertise, psychic magic, Elmer passes a point of no return, our Greek chorus plays Cupid, the Keeper ceremony finally takes place, Peter does a solid, and Paul fills us in on his research into Kingdom Hospital’s origin. Where’s your head at? It’s listening...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join us as we cover "Hook's Kingdom" and discuss lazy loopholes, the recurring romance novel, CM's easily impressed with rapping, Ben further turns against the show, some feelings about Hook's ability to flirt, and Josh breaks the case wide open thanks to "The Diary of Eleanor Druse". Don't forget to clear your browser history after listening to Episode 56, "Hook's Porn"...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Tune in as we kick things off with a quick stop in Castle Rock for a hilarious misinterpretation, Sally and Lenny’s romance, Ben battles technical difficulties, Josh brings up facts we missed the first time, a tragedy in the Traff family informs their characters, Paul’s mission for Rolf, and Massingale finds the only thing she’s interested in about Elmer. We’re spending ...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join in as we pick up with a suicide pact, breaking down character motivations, whether the slower pace benefits the overall story, an incredibly dramatic scene takes the silliest turn, the tragic truth behind Mona’s state, the Keepers of the Kingdom, Josh expresses his hate for crystals, Ben calls out a slick “Insomnia” reference, and stay tuned until the end for some e...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Episode two picks up immediately where we left off. Join in as we discuss the continuing saga of Stegman’s car, the junkie gets his comeuppance, the rapid scene changing effect on pace, Sally’s use of the dying in her séance, the meaning behind “The Emperor of Ice Cream”, and the mysteries of Kingdom Hospital only get deeper. Check to see if your fly is down before liste...
With COVID-19 Isolation in place, Derry Public Radio records remotely covering the thirteen-episode series “Kingdom Hospital”. Join us for episode one as we discuss the tragic history of the property, we meet the staff and our King stand in, tie-ins to The Dark Tower, how the medical drama is on par with any other medical show on tv, the symbiosis between Peter and Antbear, CM reveals her disdain for gestures, and the mysteries of the Kingdom begin to unfold. Do us a solid and listen to Episode ...
Derry Public Radio closes in on El Cuco in our final installment of The Outsider. Tune in as we discuss the divisive impact Holly’s character being added has on the story, Josh surprises us with a theme song, how Marcy becomes nearly irrelevant, how the Bolton’s turned out not to be the type of characters we thought they would be, one of our listeners enters the book, the terrifying story of the Marysville Hole, CM raises questions about Holly and Ralph’s relationship, and our heroes make their ...
A Special News Bulletin from Derry Public Radio. With social distancing precautions in place we have good news and bad news to share with our Derry Citizens. Thankfully CM has put it all together in a brief video just released to YouTube and our RSS Feed. Stay safe everyone! Long days and pleasant nights!
Derry Public Radio concludes their completely bias take on March Madness! We've set our bracket to discuss and debate which of the books we've covered is our overall favorite. Now it's time to get into our final matchups! Who will win? Who will lose? Who will make the wrong choice? You'll just have to listen and find out! If you've enjoyed March Madness 2020 please email us your ideas for next years bracket!
