Stephen King Cast

Episode 272-You Like It Darker Jun 09, 2024

I'm back because HE'S back with a new collection of short stories. I review each one of them and rank them in order of appreciation. Grab a flashlight and join me for You Like It Darker!

Episode 271-Chapelwaite, Episode 1 Apr 13, 2024

I switch gears and pivot away from the endings to review Chapelwaite? Why? Why not!

Episode 270-Holly Dec 24, 2023

It's a Christmas Miracle! I'm back to talk about King's later book, Holly. Enjoy!

Episode 269-The Ending to Revival Aug 05, 2023

It's alive! It's alive! This podcast is alive, and it's here to talk about the ending to one of King's latest, the 2014 release of Revival. Let me know if you have any thoughts by writing into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 269-The Ending to Mr. Mercedes Jul 29, 2023

Ugh. Mr Mercedes again.

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Episode 268-The Ending To Doctor Sleep Jul 22, 2023

Hello, everyone! With this episode, I talk about how King concludes not only Doctor Sleep, but The Shining as well. If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 267-The Ending to Joyland Jul 15, 2023

Welcome back, everyone! Let's talk about the ending to Joyland. If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 266-The Ending of 11/22/63 Jul 08, 2023

Welcome back to the Stephen Kingcast! Today, we talk about what is possibly King's greatest ending, the one that concludes his time traveling opus, 11/22/63. If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com!

Episode 265-Under the Dome Ending Feb 19, 2023

Welcome back! Let's talk about the universally maligned ending to Under the Dome. How does it stack up? Let's find out!

Episode 264-Fairy Tale Oct 09, 2022

Here it is, everyone! I'm so happy to dive into the Well of the Worlds to give you my review of Stephen King's latest!

Episode 263-The Ending of Duma Key Jul 25, 2022

Welcome back! Once again I bang the drum of Duma Key in the hopes that its echoes reach Mike Flanagan's ears and he decides to pursue an adaptation of this often overlooked modern King-classic.

Episode 262-The Ending of Lisey’s Story May 29, 2022

Welcome back! Here I am go talk about the ending to Lisey's Story!

Episode 261-The Ending of Cell May 07, 2022

Hey you, put that phone down and listen to this podcast. Unless you're listening to the podcast on your phone. Then by all means keep your phone!

Episode 260-The Colorado Kid Apr 30, 2022

Well here it is! After many requests, I'm finally giving you my thoughts on The Colorado Kid! Enjoy!

Episode 259-The Ending to the Dark Tower Apr 23, 2022

Cry off if you don't want to talk about the ending of The Dark Tower!

Episode 258-Gwendy’s Final Task + The Ending of Gwendy’s Final Task Mar 07, 2022

Welcome back, everyone! In this week's final episode, I discuss the nature of fan service, give my thoughts on the totality of Gwendy's Final Task, and then focus in on the ending of Gwendy's Final Task. If you have any thoughts, please head on over to stephenkingcast@yahoo.com, and leave a review on iTunes when you get a chance.

Episode 257-The Ending of The Song Of Susannah Mar 01, 2022

Welcome back! Here I discuss the ending(?) to the Song of Susannah.

Episode 256-The Ending of Wolves of the Calla Feb 22, 2022

Come, come, come-alla! Let's talk about the ending of Wolves of the Calla!

Episode 255-The Ending of From a Buick 8 and Billy Summers Dec 29, 2021

What? I'm back? Where did I go? How have you been? I'm back this week to examine the ending of From A Buick 8 as well as give my (brief) thoughts on Billy Summers. Also, I say good-bye to our furry co-host. Thank you for all of the support throughout the years, everyone! Please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and leave a review on iTunes.

Episode 254-Black House Aug 21, 2021

Welcome back to the Stephen Kingcast! Today we discuss the ending of Black House!

Episode 253-The Ending of Dreamcatcher Aug 14, 2021

Welcome back! Today, let's talk about (do we have to?) the ending of Dreamcatcher! Write in all your thoughts at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 252-The Ending of The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon Aug 07, 2021

It's short little episode for a short little book. But let me know all your thoughts by writing into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com!

Episode 251-The Ending of Bag of Bones Jul 31, 2021

Hello, everyone! Let's talk about the ending of Bag of Bones. If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 250-The Ending of Wizard and Glass Jul 24, 2021

Charyou Tree! Welcome back as I discuss the ending to what is one of King's best. If you have any thoughts, please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 249-The Ending of The Regulators Jul 03, 2021

Welcome back! Happy 4th! Let's talk about The Regulators! E-mail me at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and leave a review on iTunes!

Episode 248-The Ending of Desperation Jun 17, 2021

Here it is! All my thoughts on the ending of Desperation!

Episode 247-The Ending of the Green Mile Jun 07, 2021

Take a walk down the Green Mile one last time with me to talk about its ending. Please leave a review on iTunes and send any thoughts to stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 246-The Ending of Rose Madder May 30, 2021

Today, I look at the ending of Rose Madder. Please help me out on this one, everyone. If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Interview with Matt Kellick of Ka-Tet 19.net (Re-Release) Apr 19, 2021

Do you like Stephen King? Do you like t-shirts? Do you like Stephen King t-shirts? This week, I decided to re-release my 2017 conversation with Matt Kellick, the owner of http://www.ka-tet19.net. During the hour long conversation, we talk about art, creativity and how he merged his passion for t-shirts and Stephen King into a business. It was a great experience to talk to him about his art, his background and what he has in store for us next! Please do yourself a favor and check out his site. From shirts to hats to hoodies to masks, if you want some sort of King apparel, you'll find what you're looking for. I guarantee it.

WARNING: During the course of the conversation, Matt and I spoil the events of Stephen King novels, including the plot points of The Dark Tower series.

Episode 245-Later Mar 27, 2021

Here's my review of Later! If you haven't done so, please leave a review on iTunes. Feel free to write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 244-The Stand (CBS All Access) Feb 28, 2021

Here are all my thoughts on the recently concluded adaptation of The Stand. If you have any thoughts, please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 243-The Stand, Episode 1 Dec 19, 2020

I'm ALIVE! And back to discuss the first episode of CBS Access' adaptation of The Stand. If you have any thoughts, please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and feel free to leave a review on iTunes!

Happy Holidays, everyone!

Episode 242-The Ending of Insomnia Oct 08, 2020

It's one of my favs! But does it have a good ending? Find out this week!

Insomnia (Re-Release) Sep 22, 2020

Why am I re-releasing my review to Insomnia? Well, a couple reasons. It was released this month 26 years ago, it's a perfect Fall novel, I'm reviewing the ending next week, and yesterday was Sai King's birthday!

Episode 241-The Ending of Dolores Claiborne Sep 19, 2020

Let's talking about the ending to Dolores Claiborne! Write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 240-The Ending Of Gerald's Game Sep 05, 2020

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I examine the ending to Gerald's Game as well as discuss Dark, the OA and Kill Creek by Scott Thomas.

Episode 239-The Ending of Needful Things Aug 18, 2020

This one's a doozy! Here's a novel that is darkly comedic that has a wild ending. Do I personally like this ending? Is it objectively good? Is it too wild? Find out this week on the Stephen King Cast! If you have any thoughts, write in to stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 238-The Ending of The Waste Lands Aug 11, 2020

I love an opportunity to discuss Dark Tower books! Today, I examine the conclusion to The Waste Lands! Does it hold up? Find out! Write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 237-The Ending of The Dark Half Aug 03, 2020

The sparrows are flying again! Check out all my thoughts on the end of The Dark Half.

Episode 236-The Ending of The Tommyknockers Jul 27, 2020

This is an interesting one to pull apart. The book is a wild, fun mess. Does it make the ending objectively good or objectively bad? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast! Write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 235-The Ending of Misery Jul 22, 2020

Welcome back! In today's episode, I discuss the ending of Misery. Let me know all of your thoughts by writing into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and if you have any time on your hands, a review on iTunes would be greatly appreciated!

Episode 234-Recommendations Jul 13, 2020

I'm back! I'm alive! No need to worry about things. This week, I read some listener e-mail and then give a list of book recommendations of the books that I've been consuming since quarantine. Stay safe, and if you have any thoughts/questions, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 233-The Ending of The Drawing of the Three Jun 10, 2020

Welcome back! In this episode, I get right into it to discuss the conclusion to The Drawing of the Three. If you have a free minute on your hands, head on over to iTunes to leave a review, and if you have any thoughts, write to me at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Thanks, everyone!

Episode 232-The Ending of It May 25, 2020

Let's talk about the ending of It. How does it hold up? If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and if you have any spare time, a review on iTunes would be greatly appreciated!

It, Part Three (Re-Release) May 21, 2020

Welcome back, everyone! Here is the 3rd part to my original It review in preparation for my analysis on the conclusion of the book. If you have any questions or comments, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and as always, if you have a few minutes on your hands, a review on iTunes would be greatly appreciated!

It, Part Two (Re-Release) May 17, 2020

In preparation for my examination on the conclusion to King's ultimate thesis on horror, I decided to re-release my multi-part analysis of the book. If you have any thoughts on all things King, please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and if you have any spare time on your hands, a review on iTunes would help out immensely!

It, Part One (re-release) May 15, 2020

Welcome back everyone. To prepare everyone for next week's examination of the conclusion of IT, I figured I'd re-release my multi-part review of King's ultimate statement on horror. If you have any thoughts on the conclusion to It (or anything involving Stephen King) hit me up at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com And if you have any spare time on your hands, a review would really help me out! Stay safe and away from those sewers!

Re-release: IT, part One May 15, 2020

Welcome back everyone. To prepare everyone for next week's examination of the conclusion of IT, I figured I'd re-release my multi-part review of King's ultimate statement on horror. If you have any thoughts on the conclusion to It (or anything involving Stephen King) hit me up at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com And if you have any spare time on your hands, a review would really help me out! Stay safe and away from those sewers!

Episode 231-The Ending of Eyes of the Dragon May 15, 2020

This is an interesting one. If you remember my review of The Eyes of the Dragon, I'm not the world's biggest fan, so how does my subjectivity affect my objectivity towards the ending? Find out here! And as always, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com to share all of your Stephen King thoughts!

Episode 230-If It Bleeds May 11, 2020

Welcome back for another analysis of a brand spankin' new Stephen King publication, this time the 2020 novella collection If It Bleeds.

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Episode 229-The Ending of The Talisman (And Revival Movie News) May 09, 2020

In this week's episode, I discuss the conclusion to The Talisman while discussing my excitement for the recent news that Mike Flanagan will be directing an adaptation of Revival. For any thoughts on Stephen King, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and as always, if you have a spare minute on your hands, leave a review on iTunes. Thanks, everyone!

Episode 228-The Ending of Pet Sematary May 03, 2020

As endings go, this one is BLEAK! So let's debate whether bleak=good on this installment as I continue to examine the conclusions of King's books to determine whether or not he deserves his reputation for not being able to end his books.

Episode 227-The Ending of Christine Apr 19, 2020

Hop on in and take this episode for a spin. Let's see how we feel about the ending to Christine!

Episode 226-The Ending of the Gunslinger Apr 10, 2020

Welcome back! This week, I discuss the conclusion of The Gunslinger, read some e-mails and give some recommendations to keep you busy while we all self-quarantine.

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Episode 225-The Ending of Cujo Apr 02, 2020

Welcome back, everyone! Cujo. . .good ending? Bad ending? Do I like it? Do I not? Find out this week!

And please write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com for any and all thoughts.

Episode 224-The Ending of Firestarter Mar 23, 2020

Welcome back! This week, I review the conclusion of Firestarter. If you have any thoughts, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 223-The Ending of The Stand and The Outsider Mar 17, 2020

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I review the ending to The Stand (pretty relevant) as well as the conclusion to HBO's The Outsider while managing to squeeze in some listener e-mail. Stay safe, everyone!

Episode 222-The Ending of the Dead Zone Mar 14, 2020

And here we are, talking about the Dead Zone.

Episode 221-The Ending of the Shining Mar 07, 2020

I continue my examination on the endings of King's books with his oft-discussed conclusion to The Shining! What are your thoughts on the ending? What are your thoughts on the ending to The Dead Zone, next week's episode? Let me know by writing into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 220-The Ending of Salem's Lot Feb 27, 2020

Welcome back with another entry in our newest adventure: examining the endings of Stephen King's works in the chronological order of publication! This week brings us to Salem's Lot. How does the ending hold up? Check it out!

Episode 219-The Ending of Carrie Feb 21, 2020

Welcome to the next phase of the Stephen Kingcast! From here on out, I will focus on the endings of Stephen King's works in the hopes that I can dispel the notion that he can't end his novels successfully. On today's episode, I examine the conclusion of Carrie!

Episode 218-Big Announcement! Feb 18, 2020

Hello all! Welcome to this week's episode. I have a big announcement to drop. But first, I share some listener e-mail, some iTunes reviews, discuss my general thoughts on The Outsider and quickly share my experience with Doctor Sleep: The Director's Cut. And then I get to the announcement.

Episode 217-The Outsider Episodes 3 and 4 + Preparing for Locke and Key Feb 02, 2020

Welcome back! Let's talk about listener e-mail, some iTunes reviews, gush over Holly Gibney and get ready for Locke and Key! February is a great month for King fans!

Episode 216-The Outsider, Episodes 1 and 2 Jan 17, 2020

It's good! I love it! Tune in to find out why! Be warned that I read listener e-mail and iTunes reviews before getting to my thoughts.

Re-release: The Outsider Jan 09, 2020

In anticipation of the premiere of HBO’s soon to be latest hit, I’ve decided to re-release the genre-flipping crime horror 2018 novel.

Episode 215-The Top 10 Works of Stephen King of The Past Decade Dec 28, 2019

I didn't think I was going to do it, but I did! Here is a top ten of the most important/best/impactful/influential works or adaptations of the works of a Stephen King property from the last decade. The beginning of the decade started out a little rocky, but as we head into 2020, he's back on top, possibly sitting larger than ever before. 2010-2019 gave us a lot of Stephen King content (including this podcast!), so plug in and hear me out as I rank my top ten works of Stephen King over the last decade!

Episode 214-In The Tall Grass Dec 26, 2019

Welcome back! As promised in the last episode, I conclude my thoughts on Full Throttle with an in-depth review of "In the Tall Grass," both the short story and the 2019 Netflix movie. How do they compare? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode 213-Full Throttle Dec 15, 2019

I take a break from Stephen King this week to celebrate Joe Hill's recent collection of short stories, Full Throttle. If you haven't checked out Joe Hill's previous works, please do so! And if you haven't had a chance to treat yourself to Full Throttle, give yourself an early Christmas present. It's worth it. Find out all of my thoughts on each of the stories here!

Well, every story except one. I did not review In The Tall Grass, because I will publish a separate episode next week in which I review both that story and the recent Netflix adaption of the same name. So stay tuned for that one! In the meantime, enjoy!

As always, feel free to write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com and please leave a review on iTunes when you get a chance. It's greatly appreciated.

Episode 212-Doctor Sleep (2019) Review Nov 17, 2019

It's a week late, but better late than never! Here are all my thoughts on Mike Flanagan's Doctor Sleep! For additional thoughts on Doctor Sleep, make sure you check out my review of King's 2013 novel.

Re-Release-Doctor Sleep (book) Nov 08, 2019

Hello all! In anticipation of Mike Flanagan's film of the same name, I've decided to re-release my review of King's book. I won't be able to see the movie until next week, so I hope that this tides you over. With the positive buzz surrounding the movie, I'm glad that a lot of people are re-examining how they originally felt about the book. For all of my thoughts on why this story works, check out my review and stay tuned for all of my thoughts on the movie in an upcoming episode!

Episode 211-Castle Rock Season 2, Episode 2 Nov 03, 2019

Welcome back! In this easy, breezy ep, I turn my thoughts towards episode 2 of Castle Rock, Season 2.

Episode 210-Castle Rock Season 2, Episode 1 Nov 01, 2019

I heard there was a new season of a Stephen King show floating about the world. I wanted to talk about it!

Episode 209-The Institute Oct 20, 2019

Welcome back! This week, I discuss the recent trailer for The Outsider, preview Castle Rock season 2, discuss my thoughts on The Stand casting, quickly review In The Tall Grass, read some listener e-mails and finish up with an in-depth review of The Institute. If you have any time on your hands, please leave a review on iTunes, and if you want to write in, e-mail stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 208-It, Chapter 2 (2019) Sep 13, 2019

Here it is! My thoughts on It Chapter 2! Beforehand, I discuss the recent Stand casting and speculate on the final Doctor Sleep Trailer. Enjoy!

Re-Release: It, Chapter 1 2017) Sep 07, 2019

Before you get my thoughts on Chapter 2, you can listen to my re-release of Chapter 1!

Episode 207-Locke and Key: Omega and Alpha Aug 30, 2019

Welcome to the end of Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez's Locke and Key!

Episode 206-Locke and Key, Vol 5: Clockworks Aug 09, 2019

This episode is a little different. In the first twenty minutes, I eulogize one of my furry co hosts before moving on to my review of Locke and Key, Vol 5: Clockworks.

If you love dogs and want to give to a good cause, please check out: snortrescue.org

Episode 205-Locke and Key, Volume 4: Keys to the Kingdom Jul 31, 2019

In this week's episode, I continue my review of Hill and Rodriguez's comic book classic, Locke and Key.

Episode 204-Locke and Key, Volume 3: Crown of Shadows Jul 22, 2019

Sorry for the delay! But I'm back to talk about San Diego Comic Con, read some listener e-mail, iTunes reviews and my thoughts on Locke and Key, Volume 3: Crown of Shadows!

Episode 203-Locke and Key, Volume 2: Head Games Jul 10, 2019

Welcome back! This week, I dive into the second story arc within Locke and Key, Head Games!

Episode 202-Locke and Key, Volume 1: Welcome To Lovecraft Jul 03, 2019

Hooo boy, this one's a doozy! After an eternity of promises, I finally follow through on my review of Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez's phenomenal comic book series, Locke and Key. Stay tuned through the next couple months as I make my way through the entirety of the series, marveling at Hill's plotting and characterization, and Rodriguez's ability to bring this story to life on the page. In this episode, I read some listener e-mail, iTunes reviews, and start off my review with a deep dive into the history/recent history of the horror genre within the comic book medium. So although the episode title suggests that I only talk about Locke and Key, don't be fooled! In this episode you get all my thoughts on Swamp Thing, Sandman, The Wake, The Walking Dead, Gideon Falls, The Ice Cream Man and so much more!

Episode 201-Stephen King News and NOS4A2 Thoughts and More! Jun 25, 2019

I'm alive! For real! And I'm back to give my thoughts on the It: Chapter 2 Trailer, the Doctor Sleep Trailer, Amazon's Dark Tower series, Hulu's Eyes of the Dragon announcement, The Stand casting and the first episode of NOS4A2. Phew! It's a doozy, folks. As always, if you have the opportunity, please leave a review on iTunes and write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Re-release-NOS4A2 Jun 18, 2019

Now that you can watch NOS4A2 weekly on AMC, feel free to check out the re-release of my review of the book that inspired it.

Episode 200-Pet Sematary Movie Review (2019), News Roundup Apr 10, 2019

Happy 200 episodes! Thank you for staying with me on this ride for this long. I really appreciate it, gang. It's been a fun one. On this episode, I read listener e-mail, iTunes reviews, share some Stephen King news and conclude with an in-depth review of the new Pet Sematary film.

Re-Release-Pet Semetary Apr 01, 2019

Hey, gang! In anticipation of the upcoming film, I've decided to re-release my review of the book that started it all. And don't worry. I'll be sure to review the new film when I see it!

Episode 199-Stephen King News Roundup! Feb 18, 2019

I'm alive! Don't worry, everyone! I'm still here. I'm sorry for the lengthy delay in episodes, but I'm back to give an update on the health of one of our furry co-hosts, discuss the newest Pet Sematary trailer, mindlessly speculate on The Institute and a whole slew of SK and Joe Hill related news. Happy 2019!

Episode 198-Elevation Review, Pet Semetary Trailer Review and Haunting of Hill House Thoughts Nov 21, 2018

Happy Thanksgiving! It's a jammed packed episode in which I give my general thoughts on The Haunting of Hill House, my review of the Pet Sematary trailer and a deeper look into the recent publication of Elevation. Have a great Thanksgiving, everyone. I know I'm thankful for all of the support throughout the years.

Episode 197-Castle Rock, Episode 10 Sep 16, 2018

Here we are at the conclusion of Castle Rock? Did it live up to expectations? What did it all mean? What were Thomason and Shaw playing at this entire time? Tune into this episode to find out!

Episode 196-Castle Rock, Episode 9 Sep 08, 2018

There are other worlds than these.

Episode 195-Castle Rock, Episode 8 Aug 31, 2018

Things have begun to spiral out of control within this sleepy little berg. Thankfully that makes for thrilling television!

Episode 194-Castle Rock, Episode 7 Aug 24, 2018

Grab your tissues. You're going to need them.

Episode 193-Castle Rock, Episode 6 Aug 17, 2018

Oooooh, boy, this show is getting good, guys!

Episode 192-Castle Rock, Episode 5 Aug 14, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! In this week, I talk about the recent news regarding Castle Rock season 2, dive into some e-mails and review episode 5!

Episode 191-Interview with Castle Rock's Dustin Thomason Aug 07, 2018

In this very special episode, co-creator and co-showrunner of Castle Rock, Dustin Thomason and I talk about all things Stephen King, the origins of Castle Rock, the push/pull of creativity v. continuity, why they settled on Alan Pangborn. . .and Polly Chalmers. If you are enjoying the show of the summer for 2018, then I believe you'll get a lot out of this episode. I want to thank Dustin for his thoughtfulness and generosity for takign the time (for God's sake, the man stepped away from editing the final episodes of his show to speak with me!) to sit down for this interview. Here we go, everyone! Sit back and enjoy my conversation with Dustin Thomason!

Episode 190-Castle Rock, Episode 4 Aug 03, 2018

"You had my curiousity, but now you have my attention." These words were uttered in the movie Django Unchained, but they sum up how I feel with Castle Rock, coming out of episode 4. This episode raised the bar in terms of stakes and weight. Make no mistake, Castle Rock has been a fun show until now, but with episode 4, it became a GREAT show. There's a lot to unpack, so freshen up with a high and tight in your local forest barber murder den, pop on some Roy Orbison and dive into Castle Rock, episode 4!

Episode 189-Castle Rock, Episodes 2 and 3 Jul 30, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! Here are all my thoughts on Castle Rock's second and third episodes.

Episode 188-Castle Rock, Episode 1 Jul 25, 2018

Welcome back, or should I say, welcome home to Stephen King's most celebrated town, the one and only Castle Rock. We've all been waiting for this moment for over a year, since we first witnessed that surprise trailer drop on February 19th, 2017. And last night at midnight, the very first episode of this original series set within King's town was dropped. How did it fare? Did it live up to expectation? Want to discuss the many mysteries and Easter Eggs found within? Then you've come to the right place, everyone. Welcome back to Castle Rock!

Episode 187-Upcoming Stephen King Adaptations Jul 19, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! A listener recently asked me to provide an update on all of the upcoming Stephen King adaptations to look forward to, so here you have it!

Episode 186-Mr. Mercedes, Episodes 7-10 Jul 12, 2018

In this episode, I conclude my review of the adaptation of Stephen King's Mr. Mercedes!

Episode 185-Mr. Mercedes, Episodes 3-6 Jul 06, 2018

In this episode, I continue to examine the television adaptation of Mr. Mercedes, reviewing episodes 3-6. Enjoy! I know I did!

Re-Release-Mr. Mercedes Episodes 1-2 Jul 05, 2018

For my upcoming look at the Mr. Mercedes television show, I’ve decided to re-release my review of episodes 1-2.

Episode 184-Just After Sunset, Part Two Jun 29, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! In this week, I share all my thoughts on the remaining short stories from Just After Sunset!

Episode 183-Everything's Eventual, Part Two Jun 22, 2018

Hidy, ho, everyone! I'm back with a follow up review to my previous episode of Everything's Eventual! Enjoy!

Episode 182-Dolan's Cadillac Jun 15, 2018

Welcome back for my review of the Christian Slater/Wes Bently starring . . .ahem. . .vehicle.

Episode 181-Nightmares and Dreamscapes, Part 2 Jun 07, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! I'm here to review the remaining stories of Nightmares and Dreamscapes!

Re-Release-Nightmares and Dreamscapes Jun 06, 2018

In order to prepare for my second part of my review of Nightmares and Dreamscapes, I’ve decided to re-release my original review. Enjoy!

Episode 180-The Outsider Jun 02, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! Last week, King released his newest novel, The Outsider! Part crime-fiction, part supernatural, it's a great blend of the genres that King loves, and the mix creates for a new, enjoyable experience that plays upon real-world fears. Plus, it includes the appearance of a fan-favorite Stephen King character! That was such a treat!

Episode 179-Lawnmower Man May 25, 2018

Plug in, and let's take a virtual tour of 1992's nonsensical quasi-adaptation of Stephen King's short story.

Episode 178-Skeleton Crew, Part Two May 19, 2018

Okay, everyone! I'm back to review all of the short stories I didn't get around to the first time around when I reviewed Stephen King's Skeleton Crew, back in the long, long ago. So buckle up, pop those earbuds in and join me on a journey through King's fantastic collection of short story horror!

Re-Release-Skeleton Crew May 18, 2018

Hello all! Just to get ready for my return to the short stories of Stephen King, I've decided to re-release my original review of Skeleton Crew! Shortly after, I will release my brand new episode in which I finishing reviewing the stories in this collection!

Episode 177-News, Updates and . . .I'm Back! May 13, 2018

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I break down the big news stories surrounding upcoming King adaptations (Pet Semetary, The Talisman, It Part 2, The Tommyknockers, In The Tall Grass and more), read some listener e-mail and preview what the summer holds for the Stephen Kingcast (spoiler alert: I'm back to podcasting on a weekly basis!)

Hanging With Agent Cooper: A Twin Peaks Podcast Apr 13, 2018

Today, I published the introductory episode to my newest podcast, Hanging With Agent Cooper: A Twin Peaks Podcast. Beginning on May 21st, 2018, I will review every episode of Twin Peaks: The Return on the one year anniversary of when each episode aired. If you are a Twin Peaks fan, please subscribe to:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hanging-with-agent-cooper/id1372218470?mt=2

If you have any thoughts on the works of David Lynch, Mark Frost, Twin Peaks, Fire Walk With Me, Twin Peaks: The Return, feel free to write in at:

hangingwithagentcooper@yahoo.com

or

stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

And if you have a few moments on your hands, a review on iTunes would really help get this podcast higher up on the iTunes feed. Thanks for all of the support, everyone! I'll see you at the curtain call.

Episode 176-Stephen King Movie News and Tommyknockers Re-Release Apr 03, 2018

Hey guys! This past weekend, news hit that a big-budget adaptation of The Tommyknockers directed by The Conjuring and Insidious director James Wan was being shopped around. So I decided to share my thoughts on this, along with my thoughts on some news regarding The Stand adaptation. But because The Tommyknockers is such a maligned and unloved novel, I thought it was important for people to be able to see it in a different light, so I've re-released my review of the book, which isn't without it's flaws, but is jam-packed with wonderful ideas, imagery and chills that make me excited for whatever James Wan (I trust that guy!) has up his sleeve.

Episode 175-News Update Feb 18, 2018

Happy February, everyone! I just wanted to pop in, say "hi" and give a tour of Stephen King news to get us excited about 2018.

Re-Release-End of Watch Jan 20, 2018

Hey guys! I'm hearing word that my End of Watch episode from 2016 hasn't been available, so I'm attempting to re-release it in the hopes that anyone trying to listen to it will be able to!

Episode 174-Strange Weather Jan 13, 2018

I delve back into the works of not Stephen King, but his son, Joe Hill with the latest collection of potent, politically charged "What Ifs?" Clocking in at over 2 hours long, I have a lot to say about Hill's latest collection of masterpieces.

Episode 173-Random Topics and Stranger Things Season 2 General Thoughts Dec 23, 2017

Happy Life Day, everyone! I'm here to spread the Festivus Cheer with an episode in which I look ahead at my podcasting endeavors (cough *Twin Peaks* cough), read some listener e-mails, iTunes reviews and share my general thoughts on Stranger Things Season 2. Happy Holidays, everyone, and I'll see you in 2018!

Episode 172-Sleeping Beauties Dec 04, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! I'm sorry about the unexpected hiatus, but I'm back to review King and King's collaboration, the timely Sleeping Beauties. Enjoy!

Episode 171-1922 Oct 21, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! Last night, 1922 dropped on Netflix, and I'm back again to give all my thoughts on King's latest adaptation.

Episode 170-Castle Rock and Maximum Overdrive Oct 12, 2017

Happy Friday 13th, everyone! This week, I review the big Stephen King news that hit us this week, including the possibility of King writing a new Dark Tower story, Josh Boone writing The Talisman for Amblin Entertainment and share my thoughts on the Castle Rock trailer before (finally) reviewing the camptastic 80's legend, Maximum Overdrive. Fill up and take this episode out for a ride!

Episode 169-Mike Flanagan's Gerald's Game (2017) Sep 30, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! This weekend, I settled in to Netflix and Chill with Mike Flanagan's dream project, the adaptation of Gerald's Game! How does he do with the challenging material? Does he do it justice? Does he improve upon it? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Gerald's Game (Re-Release) Sep 29, 2017

In honor of Mike Flanagan's adaptation, I am re-releasing my episode where I discussed the book. Stay tuned for my thoughts on the movie later this weekend!

Episode 168-It Review Part Two, Gerald's Game and 1922 Sep 24, 2017

Like Pennywise after every 27 years, I've returned to Derry! I've gone out to the theater (a regular one this time) to see the movie in a less distracting setting and am able to give my final thoughts ont he 2017 mega-blockbuster. Also, I discuss the upcoming Netflix adaptations of Gerald's Game and 1922 before finishing off with a slew of listener e-mails regarding It.

Episode 168-It Review Part Two, Gerald's Game and 1922 Sep 23, 2017

Like Pennywise after every 27 years, I'm back! I've gone out to the theater (a regular one this time) to see the movie in a less distracting setting and am able to give my final thoughts on the 2017 mega-blockbuster. Also, I discuss the upcoming Netflix adaptations of Gerald's Game and 1922 and finish off with a slew of listener e-mails regarding It.

Episode 167-It (2017) Sep 12, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! At long last, I present my thoughts on the latest adaptation of King's 1986 masterpiece, the mega-blockbuster, It! This will be the first of a two part review, with the second part coming later in the week. Thank you for being patient, everyone. I hope you enjoy!

It-Part Three (Re-Release) Sep 07, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! Here's the final part of my 3 part review of King's 1986 masterpiece. Make sure you tune in this weekend for my review of the upcoming film! Have a great weekend, everyone! And watch out for those sewer grates!

(Note: This is a re-release. The episode first aired in 2015.)

It-Part Two (Re-Release) Sep 04, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! Here is my re-release of the second part of my 3 part It review. Make sure that you stick around for Part Three, and DEFINITELY make sure you tune in to my review of the upcoming cinematic adaption!

It-Part One (Re-Release) Sep 01, 2017

To celebrate the upcoming release of It, I'm re-releasing my reviews of King's masterpiece. Enjoy!

From the original episode description:

In 1986, the master of horror released the novel worthy of his title. This novel reflected many of the themes, characters, and story beats that he had introduced in his earlier novels and stands as his ultimate thesis of the horror genre. More importantly, it is the pinnacle of coming of age stories, a tale that places childhood friends at the center of a cosmic conflict, and only through the power of friendship can we overcome our fears. If that doesn't speak to Mr. King's sensibilities, I don't know what does.

Oh, and it has a scary clown!
Ladies and gentlemen, I hope that you packed your bags, because we will be spending the next month in Derry, Maine, home of Pennywise The Dancing Clown. Enjoy your stay, and keep away from the drains, the canal and the Barrens. You'll never know what you might find there. Or what might find you. . .

Episode 166-Cat's Eye Review, Castle Rock and IT updates Aug 27, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I discuss some Castle Rock casting, some early buzz around the upcoming IT adaptation and review 1984's Cat's Eye! Enjoy!

Episode 165-Mr. Mercedes, Episode 1-2 Aug 21, 2017

I have long been on record as a critic of King's Mr. Mercedes trilogy. So when I heard that David E. Kelly was making a television based on this property, I was less than interested. Now that I've watched two episodes of this series, how do I feel about Bill, Brady, Jerome and the gang? Tune in and find out!

Episode 164-Interview With Matt Kellick (Ka-Tet 19) Aug 11, 2017

Hello, everyone! In this week's episode, I take a break from analysis to have a conversation with Matt Kellick, the owner of http://www.ka-tet19.net. During the hour long conversation, we talk about art, creativity and how he merged his passion for t-shirts and Stephen King into a business. I've plugged his stuff on the show for the last few months, and it was a great experience to talk to him about his art, his background and what he has in store for us next!

WARNING: During the course of the conversation, Matt and I spoil the events of Stephen King novels, including the plot points of The Dark Tower series.

Episode 163-The Dark Tower (Movie) Aug 06, 2017

After all these years. After all these centuries. . .The Dark Tower (movie). I have a feeling that my review of The Dark Tower will be more memorable than the film itself.

If you want the coolest Dark Tower t-shirts, then head on over to http://www.ka-tet19.net!

Episode 162-Interview with Josh Brucker, Writer/Director of One For the Road Jul 29, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! In this very special episode of the Stephen King Cast, I had the opportunity to speak with Josh Brucker, the writer/director of the upcoming adaptation of Stephen King's short story, "One For the Road." To help support this movie, head over to:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/one-for-the-road-starring-lance-henriksen-horror#/

We cover everything from Critters to Night Flier! So sit back and enjoy!

Episode 161-The Mangler Jul 24, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! In this week, I continue my examination on the adaptations from Stephen King's Night Shift with a review of The Mangler. In this episode, I discuss how you can help take part in making a Stephen King film, One For The Road, by heading over to:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/one-for-the-road-starring-lance-henriksen-horror/#/

I also encourage you all to get your Stephen King schwag from:

https://www.ka-tet19.net/

Episode 160-Graveyard Shift Jul 16, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, I discuss the latest Dark Tower Trailer, Castle Rock news, and plug the upcoming One For the Road (onefortheroad2018.com). Also, don't forget to get all your Stephen King related t-shirts at http://www.ka-tet19.net. Oh yeah, I also squeeze in a review of Graveyard Shift. Stay tuned for next week, when I take a whack at The Mangler. Thanks for tuning in, everyone! If you liked this (or any) episode of the Stephen King Cast, make sure you head on over to iTunes to leave a review.

Episode 159-Night Shift, Part Two Jul 10, 2017

Welcome back, everyone! In this week's episode, I kick off a dive back into King's first collection of short stories, Night Shift. I examine the stories I didn't cover in my original review, answer listener e-mail, discuss some King movie news (www.onefortheroad2018.com) and peddle some dope t-shirts (http://www.ka-tet19.net)!

Episode 158-Night Shift (Re-Release) Jul 08, 2017

In preparation for my return to Stephen King's short story collections, I'm re-releasing my original review of the stories collected within Night Shift. Stay tuned for my next episode in which I review the stories I didn't get around to the first time.

Episode 157-The Mist (Episodes 1-3) Jul 04, 2017

In this episode, I review episodes 1-3 of Spike TV's The Mist.

Episode 156-Gwendy's Button Box Jun 26, 2017

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to announce that at long last, I am BACK to podcasting on a weekly basis. And to kick off the Stephen Kingcast 2.0, I present my review of King and Chizmar's collaboration, a return to your favorite small town (with an appearance from your favorite Walkin' Dude!): Gwendy's Button Box.

Episode 155-The Dark Tower Trailer May 03, 2017

At long last, I have finally reached my personal Dark Tower. . .The Dark Tower trailer.

Episode 154-It Trailer Mar 31, 2017

Wow. I didn't know I was going to be as excited as I currently am about the upcoming It adaptation. This week was an incredible week to be a fan of Stephen King. On Tuesday, we were treated to a poster and a tease for a record-smashing trailer that ultimately debuted on Wednesday. Between the incredible poster and the trailer, my expectations for this movie are now very high. In this week's episode, I review this past week and break down WHY this trailer is as effective as it is.

Episode 153-Dark Tower Poster (And the State of the Stephen Kingcast Mar 19, 2017

Hello, everyone! In this episode, I review the official first poster of The Dark Tower, discuss the passing of Bernie Wrightson and provide an update on the future of the Stephen Kingcast. This was a spur of the moment recording (because I didn't expect the poster to arrive) so I apologize for the lack of microphone and song intro/outro.

Episode 152-Storm of the Century (Re-Release) Mar 14, 2017

In honor of all of the New Englanders snowed in by Nor'easter Stella, I'm re-releasing my review of The Storm of the Century!

Episode 151-Castle Rock Feb 18, 2017

Last night, Constant Readers were surprised with an unannounced teaser revealing a collaboration between Stephen King and JJ Abrams about Maine's most famous fictional small town, Castle Rock. In this episode, I break down what was given to us and examine what it might mean for the show itself.

Episode 150-Stand By the Tower (Re-Released) Feb 12, 2017

In this week's episode, I do a deep dive analysis exploring the relationship between The Stand and the Dark Tower. Enjoy!

Episode 149-The Stand, Part Three (Re-Released) Feb 12, 2017

Welcome back, everyone. Due to the political turmoil in the country, I am re-releasing my reviews of The Stand. Here is the third part of my analysis of Stephen King's analysis.

Episode 148-The Stand, Part Two (Re-Released) Feb 04, 2017

Welcome back, everyone. In this week's episode, due to the current state of our country, I have re-released the second part to my analysis of The Stand.

Episode 147-The Stand, Part One (Re-Release) Jan 29, 2017

Welcome back, everyone. Based on recent current events, I thought it was pertinent to re-release my examination of King's The Stand. When I watch millions of women and men gather together to protest intolerance and bigotry, when your neighbors leave their homes to protect your rights while others threaten to take those rights away, I can't help but think of Mother Abigail's message to her people. Remember, at the end of the world, God did not ask His people to go to war with Randall Flagg. He merely asked His people to stand against him. I'm re-releasing my reviews of Stephen King's classic in honor of everyone who is out there making their stand.

And for the record, despite what I say in this episode, I do NOT believe that Fran's baby is the Crimson King! :)

Episode 146-The Night Flier (Re-Release With New Introduction) Jan 19, 2017

Welcome back everyone. Due to the passing of Miguel Ferrer, who played Stephen King characters Lloyd Henried and Richard Dees, I am re-releasing my episode of 1997's The Night Flier, an unappreciated movie that everyone should go out and watch tonight in honor of the late, beloved character actor. I have recorded an all-new introduction in which I say good-bye to an actor who will always be remembered by me as the one, the only, Special Agent Albert Rosenfield, whose life philosphy was beautifully stated in a memorable scene in Twin Peaks:

"While I will admit to a certain cynicism, the fact is that I am a naysayer and hatchetman in the fight against violence. I pride myself in taking a punch and I'll gladly take another because I choose to live my life in the company of Gandhi and King. My concerns are global. I reject absolutely revenge, aggression, and retaliation. The foundation of such a method... is love."

Rest in peace, Miguel Ferrer. You will be missed.

Episode 145-Sleepwalkers Jan 14, 2017

Hey, guys! I'm back with a review of 1992's gloriously atrocious masterpiece: Mick Garris' Sleepwalkers!

Episode 144-The Fireman Dec 30, 2016

In this episode, I review The Fireman by Joe Hill. Enjoy!

Episode 143-Cell Movie Dec 27, 2016

Happy Holidays, everyone! I wasn't going to let 2016 end without recording at least one more episode. I had been hoping it would be a review of the Dark Tower trailer, but because Sony hasn't released it (as promised) I decided to get my review of Cell out of the way.

Episode 142-Bad Moon Rising Oct 27, 2016

Happy Halloween, everyone! Join me for my review of Jonathan Maberry's final installment of his Pine Deep Trilogy: Bad Moon Rising.

Episode 141-Dead Man's Song Oct 17, 2016

Welcome back to the Stephen Kingcast! This week, I continue my look at Jonathan Maberry's Halloweentastic Pine Deep Trilogy, with the second of the three books, Dead Man's Song. How does it compare to Ghost Road Blues? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode 140-Ghost Road Blues Oct 11, 2016

Happy October, everyone! At long last, I present to you the first part of my review of Jonathan Maberry's phenomenal Halloweeny Pine Deep Trilogy, beginning with Ghost Road Blues. Do you love vampires, werewolves, ghosts, the blues, small towns, serial killers, buddy cops, romance, chosen children, evil henchmen, mobsters, Halloween, spooky tourist attractions, small town politics, crime fiction, karate, samurai swords, zombies, ancient evil, long dormant secrets and dark pasts? Well, you'll love Jonathan Maberry's Pine Deep trilogy. Stephen King has never written the definitive love letter to Halloween, but now he doesn't have to, because Maberry beat him to the punch. Trust me, if you love King's style and you love Halloween, you will love these three books. I review the first one here, on the Stephen Kingcast.

Episode 139-Stranger Things Chapter 8 Review Sep 25, 2016

In this episode, I conclude my review of Netflix's Stranger Things!

Episode 138-Stranger Things Chapter Seven Review Sep 25, 2016

Thanks for being patient, everyone! I'm back this week with a review of the final two episodes of Stranger Things, beginning here with Chapter Seven.

Episode 137-Stranger Things Chapter Six Review Sep 02, 2016

Welcome back! I'm up to Chapter Six of the Stranger Things review. Hope you enjoy!

Episode 136-Stranger Things Chapter Five Review Sep 02, 2016

Welcome back to the Stephen King Cast. This week I take a look at Chapter Five of Stranger Things.

Episode 135-Stranger Things Chapter Four Review Aug 24, 2016

I'm making up for the delay last week by publishing my review of Stranger Things Chapter Four a little earlier than usual. Enjoy! And make sure you subscribe to The Stephen King Podcast in order to hear our very special crossover special episode.

Episode 134-Stranger Things Chapter Three Aug 23, 2016

Check out my review of Netflix's Stranger Things, Chapter 3! I think you'll enjoy it. And if you're not listening to The Stephen King Podcast (with hosts Lou and Hans) you definitely should check that one out!

Episode 133-Stranger Things Chapter Two Review Aug 10, 2016

Welcome back to my review of Stranger Things Chapter Two!

Episode 132-Stranger Things Chapter One Review Aug 06, 2016

In this week's episode, I begin an episode by episode breakdown of Netflix's smash hit, Stranger Things. Today, I examine Chapter One: The Vanishing of Will Byers. Enjoy!

Episode 131-Stranger Things Jul 29, 2016

What kind of Stephen King fan would I be if I didn't touch upon the Stephen King-inspired Stranger Things???

Episode 130-Dark Tower and IT Movie News Jul 15, 2016

Hello, everyone! This week, I take a look at all the recent news surrounding both the Dark Tower and It adaptations! One thing is for sure: it's a great time to be a Stephen King fan!

Episode 129-Dark Tower News and Sometimes They Come Back Review Jul 06, 2016

In this week's episode, I discuss the latest Dark Tower New York on-set photos as well as review 1991's Stephen King's Sometimes They Come Back.

Episode 128-End of Watch Jun 25, 2016

Welcome back, everyone! As you know, earlier this month, Stephen King concluded his Mercedes Killer trilogy with End of Watch. As promised, I'm here to review his latest, as well as talk about some Dark Tower movie news. Come along for the ride!

Episode 127-Announcement Apr 30, 2016

In this week's episode, I read some listener e-mails, iTunes reviews, discuss some recent Dark Tower news, 11.22.63 Easter Eggs, and share a list of 8 Stephen King characters who deserve their own story. But make sure you stick around until the end for the announcement.
Thanks, everyone!

Episode 126-Top Dark Tower Moments Apr 10, 2016

Let's head back to Mid-World and determine the top moments from the Dark Tower saga!

Episode 125-Dark Tower News and 11.22.63 Episode 8 Review Apr 04, 2016

This week, I discuss some revelations regarding the possible Dark Tower shooting script, implore us to be better than the Big Jim Rennies of the world and review the final episode of Hulu's adaptation of 11.22.63. If nothing else, the show gave us the might of James Fanco's facial hair.

Episode 124-11.22.63 Episode 7 Review Mar 29, 2016

In this week's episode, I review the penultimate installment of the 11.22.63 adaptation.

Episode 123-11.22.63 Episode 6 Review Mar 26, 2016

Welcome back for the latest review of 11.22.63!

Episode 122-Top 10 Moments Mar 25, 2016

In this week's episode, I look at the top ten moments from Stephen King's body of work!

Episode 121-Top 10 Villains Mar 19, 2016

In this week's episode, I take a look at King's top villains!

Episode 120-11.22.63 Episode 5 Review Mar 14, 2016

In this week's episode, I continue to examine Hulu's 11.22.63 adaptation

Episode 119-11.22.63 Episode 4 and Dark Tower Movie News Mar 12, 2016

Hello, everyone! In this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast, I continue to look at Hulu's 11.22.63 as well as discuss the latest Dark Tower movie news.

Episode 118-Dark Tower Movie News and 11.22.63 Episode 3 Review Mar 07, 2016

Sorry for the wait, everybody! But I think it's worth it! Not only do I review episode 3 of 11.22.63, but I also go into detail discussing the recent Dark Tower movie news.

Episode 117-Top 10 Heroes Mar 05, 2016

In this week's episode, I list Stephen King's top 10 heroes!

Episode 116-11.22.63 Episode 2 Feb 27, 2016

Welcome to Derry, Maine! I don't care if they're calling it Holden, Kentucky in the show, true SK fans know that the creators of this show did a phenomenal job at recreating King's most dangerous city. So hop in your Plymouth Fury and take a cruise by the Barrens for the fun second episode of King's adaptation of 11/22/63.

Episode 115-11.22.63 Episode 1 Feb 17, 2016

In this week's episode, I examine the first episode of Hulu's adaptation of 11/22/63.

Episode 114-Top 10 Short Stories Feb 13, 2016

In this week's episode, I list Stephen King's top 10 short stories!

Episode 113-Top 10 Most Painful Moments Feb 12, 2016

In this week's episode, I look at the top 10 most painful moments from the works of Stephen King!

Episode 112-Top 10 Movie Moments Feb 05, 2016

In this week's episode, I look at the top 10 Movie Moments from Stephen King's adaptations!

Episode 111-Top 10 Movies Feb 04, 2016

In this week's episode, I examine the 10 best Stephen King adaptations!

Episode 110-Top 10 Mentors and Supporting Characters Feb 02, 2016

In this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast, I present my list of top 10 Stephen King mentors and/or supporting characters!

Episode 109-Creepshow 2 Jan 28, 2016

Are we really surprised there wasn't a third one?

Episode 108-Creepshow Jan 28, 2016

At long last, I finally get around to reviewing the much beloved Creepshow!

Episode 107-20th Century Ghosts Jan 25, 2016

Move over, Stephen King! This week I take a look at Joe Hill's incredible collection of thought provoking, heart-breaking, bone-chilling, gut-wrenching short stories, the legendary 20th Century Ghosts!

Episode 106-Bazaar of Bad Dreams Jan 23, 2016

Welcome to the Bazaar of Bad Dreams, Stephen King's latest collection of short stories. How does this collection compare to his previous ones? Find out here at the Stephen King Cast!

Episode 105-Finders Keepers Jan 20, 2016

How does King's follow up to Mr. Mercedes hold up? Find out this week int he Stephen Kingcast!

Episode 104-Mr. Mercedes Jan 20, 2016

The question we should be asking ourselves with Mr. Mercedes is, "Is King playing a metatextual game with us when presenting the character of Brady or did he unknowingly create the most derivative villain of all time?" Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode 103-Doctor Sleep Jan 18, 2016

With Doctor Sleep, King returns to the world he immortalized in the pages of The Shining. Dipping back to popular wells is always a tricky decision to make. The question we should be asking is, "Was it the right one?" Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode 102-Joyland Jan 17, 2016

In 2013, Stephen King released a wonderful little book about the first steps into adulthood, heartbreak, love, friendship and carnies set against the backdrop of a coastal amusement park. Here, King is able to speak about a time period (early twenties) that he hasn't really tackled before with mesmerizing honesty and clarity.

Episode 101-The Wind Through the Keyhole Jan 15, 2016

I don't think any of us expected a return to Mid-World, but I'm not complaining! Though the journey might be over, All-World is a large and mysterious, and I want to spend more time there. And that's exactly what we get with this episode!

Episode One Hundred-11/22/63 Jan 13, 2016

Get your tissues ready for this one, guys. 11/22/63 was a major surprise to anyone thinking they were going to get a novel JUST about time travel and changing the course of history. I don't think any of us expected the romance that King gave us. Find out all my thoughts on the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Nine-A Good Marriage Jan 09, 2016

Yikes.

Episode Ninety Eight-Full Dark, No Stars Jan 09, 2016

In this week's episode, I look at King's deliciously dark collection of novellas, Full Dark, No Stars. How does it fare to his previous works? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Seven-Under the Dome Jan 06, 2016

In this week's review, I examine what very well be one of King's greatest of all time, Under the Dome. Not to be confused with the CBS series, the novel is a masterful examination of small towns and politics on both the global and municipal scale. Find out all my thoughts this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Six-Just After Sunset Dec 30, 2015

In this week of The Stephen Kingcast, I take a look at King's short story collection, Just After Sunset, which might include his greatest short story of all time: N. Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Five-Duma Key Dec 24, 2015

Last week, I examined a novel that King claims is his best, a claim that I strongly disagree with. However, it does serve as half of an effective one-two punch that is followed by Duma Key. What does Stephen King have to say about fatherhood, fathers and daughters, second chances and artistry? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Four-Lisey's Story Dec 17, 2015

With Lisey's Story, King published what he calls his best novel. That's a bold statement to make. While one can certainly see why it would be his most personal, does Lisey's Story really hold up to the mantle of being his best? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-Race To The Tower Dec 13, 2015

In this special bonus episode, I examine the possible casting of Idris Elba as Roland, The Gunslinger!

Episode Ninety Three-Cell Dec 10, 2015

With Cell, critics claimed this was Stephen King's return to horror. What we have certainly sounds like classic King: an every day object/concept spun into a nightmarish tale. However, released in the midst of the early 2000s zombie wave that began with 28 Days Later, Dawn of the Dead, Shaun of the Dead, does Cell really have that much to say? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Ninety Two-The Dark Tower, Part Two Dec 02, 2015

With this episode, our journey to the Dark Tower concludes.

Episode Ninety One-The Dark Tower, Part One Dec 02, 2015

Welcome back, ladies and gentlemen! In this week's episode, the first of a two part review, I analyze the strengths and weaknesses of King's swan song of Mid-World and his decades long story of the Gunslinger's quest to reach the fabled Dark Tower.

Episode Ninety-Song of Susannah Nov 24, 2015

This week's episode continues my examination of the last leg of the journey to the Dark Tower with Song of Susannah. How does it compare to the other Dark Tower books? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Eighty Nine-Wolves of the Calla Nov 17, 2015

In this week's episode, I begin the final stretch of our journey to the Dark Tower. With the publication of the Wolves of the Calla, King began an unprecedented back-to-back-to-back book release that completed the long running series. The first Dark Tower novel since his car crash, Wolves of the Calla stands as a dividing line that marks the different eras of the Dark Tower series. How does it hold up? Is it worthy of the previous entries? Are you ready, everyone? The end begins now.

Episode Eighty Eight-1408 Nov 11, 2015

Hello, everyone and welcome back to this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast. This week, I review the John Cusak, Samuel L Jackson thriller, 1408.

Episode Eighty Seven-The Little Sisters of Eluria Nov 11, 2015

Hello, everyone and welcome to the Stephen Kingcast. In this week's review, I take a look a the two Dark Tower related entries in his short story collection, Everything's Eventual: "The Little Sisters of Eluria" and "Everything's Eventual." Please be warned that Dark Tower spoilers are ON for this review.

Episode Eighty Six-Everything's Eventual Nov 11, 2015

This week I take a look at Stephen King's short story collection of the early 2000s, Everything's Eventual. How does it fare compared to his other short story collections? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Eighty Five-From A Buick 8 Nov 05, 2015

In this week's episode, I examine Stephen King's OTHER evil car story, From A Buick 8. What does this story tell us about loss and moving on? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-Black House, Dark Tower Oct 31, 2015

In this week's bonus episode, I examine the relationship between Black House and the Dark Tower series. What does this novel tell us about the Crimson King? The Breakers? End-World? Do the pieces presented to us in this novel fit into the final Dark Tower novels? Find out this week!

Episode Eighty Four-Black House Oct 31, 2015

Right here and now we flip back into the Territories to check back in with the boy hero from The Talisman, now all grown up and destined once more to use his abilities to save a life, this time the life of a young child who has his own abilities, ones that will be used to destroy not just the Territories, but the entire universe. Today, ladies and gentlemen, we revisit Black House, the novel that is not only the sequel to the much beloved The Talisman, but also an extraordinary entry in the Dark Tower saga.

Episode Eighty Three-Dreamcatcher (Movie) Oct 29, 2015

Damian Lewis. Jason Lee. Timothy Olyphant. Tom Jane. Donnie Wahlberg. Tom Sizemore. Morgan Freaking Freeman. Written by William Goldman. Directed by the writer of The Empire Strikes Back, Lawrence Kasdan. This might be the most amount of talent ever included in a Stephen King movie. So. . .what went wrong? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Eighty Two-Dreamcatcher Oct 22, 2015

Childhood friends. An extraterrestrial threat. Derry, Maine. There's no reason why this shouldn't have been anything other than awesome. In a story that comprised psychics v. aliens, four friends go camping only to become embroiled in an intergalactic battle between invading aliens and an out of control army colonel. What went wrong? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Eighty One-Hearts in Atlantis (The Movie) Oct 18, 2015

Anthony Hopkins makes his Stephen King debut in the adaptation of "Low Men in Yellow Coats", his introductory entry in the Hearts In Atlantis collection. The novella tackled abandonment, rape, the end of childhood, young love, corruption of the innocent, determination of the human spirit, and the strength to continue fighting the system. Can the movie successfully convey these themes? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-Low Men in Yellow Coats Oct 11, 2015

In this week's bonus episode, I take time getting to know the Can-Toi, introduced to us in the pages of Hearts in Atlantis as the Low Men as well as RF's role in the influence of a generation.

Episode Eighty-Hearts in Atlantis Oct 03, 2015

Stephen King's latest novella collection details the rise and fall of an entire generation. Unlike his previous collections, the stories within Hearts In Atlantis serve as interconnected vignettes that spotlight various moments in the life of the baby boomer generation. Does he succeed? And how does it fit into the Dark Tower? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Seventy Nine-The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon Oct 03, 2015

In this week's episode, I take a look at the little book that could about the little girl that could, The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. In a few hundred pages, King crafts a harrowing tale of nine year old girl who demonstrates more bravery than any character in any of his works.

Episode Seventy Eight-Storm of the Century Oct 01, 2015

Grab a cup of tea and settle in for my review of Stephen King's 1999 television mini series event in which Little Tall Island is buried under a snowfall and the endless quips of his latest villain, Andre Linoge. Ladies and Gentlemen, it's time for Storm of the Century!

Episode Seventy Seven-Bag of Bones Sep 24, 2015

King steps away from the larger than life concepts that he'd been exploring in the mid nineties to dive into an introspective look at love, loss and legacy. It's his turn at the Gothic ghost story, a haunting love story: Bag of Bones.

Bonus Episode-Witches and Wizardry Sep 17, 2015

Stick around for Dark Tower goodness!

Episode Seventy Six-Wizard and Glass, Part Two Sep 17, 2015

Please note this is the second part of a two part review.

Episode Seventy Five-Wizard and Glass, Part One Sep 17, 2015

Somewhere over the rainbow. . .is Stephen King's fourth entry of his Dark Tower series, The Wizard and Glass. Signaling the pinnacle of a creative height of Stephen King's career, Wizard and Glass serves as a highlight to the Dark Tower saga. Detailing the most formative point of Roland Deschain's life, we learn how the boy became the man we know him to be. Is this novel as great as many DT fans think it is? Find out this week in this two part review of Wizard and Glass!

Episode Seventy Four-Desperation Sep 10, 2015

Tak! In September of 1996, Stephen King published two novels on the same day. One was published under the pen name Richard Bachman I'm a wolf and the other, under his own publishing name, is the terrifying novel about faith v. despair in a small desert town: Desperation. How does it fare? Find out here at the Stephen Kingcast! Mi him en tow!

Episode Seventy Three-The Regulators Sep 10, 2015

This week, I examine Stephen King's most underrated novel, The Regulators. Published on the same day as Desperation, this entry, under the pen name Richard Bachman, is one of King's most out-there and high concept novels. Perfectly skewering suburban life as well as offering up commentary on living with a difficult child, The Regulators is an action sci-fi with satirical horror elements that combine to make this novel an incredibly imaginative journey.

Episode Seventy Two-Frank Darabont's The Green Mile Sep 03, 2015

This week I take another stroll down The Green Mile, examining Frank Darabont's cinematic adaptation of Stephen King's classic. How does this compare with Darabont's other Stephen King prison movie, The Shawshank Redemption? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Seventy One-The Green Mile Aug 27, 2015

In 1996, King embarked upon a six month journey that provided a new installment of an ongoing serial for half a year. The result? The much beloved The Green Mile.

Episode Seventy-Rose Madder Aug 20, 2015

Do you remember Rose Madder? The answer is, "probably not."
And you might be better off for it. Why? Find out this week in The Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-In the Court of the Crimson King Aug 13, 2015

With Insomnia, King introduces us to the big bad of his multiverse, The Crimson King. He's a character whose legend will cast many of Stephen King's future works in a scarlet shadow. This bonus episode analyzes the character as he's presented here in contrast to when we see him in the Dark Tower series.
Also in this episode, I place the Insomnia itself into context of the greater Dark Tower series as well as Patrick Danville.
So if you've completed your journey to the Tower, feel free to enter the Court of the Crimson King!

Episode Sixty Nine-Insomnia Aug 13, 2015

This is a big one, guys! Insomnia was the first novel that Stephen King had published after I had become a Stephen King fan. Nightmares and Dreamscapes might have been the first short story collection, but this is the first, full-blown novel that I had to look forward to, and I honestly think that Stephen King wrote it specifically for me. Why?
1) It takes place in Derry, the city of his 1986 masterpiece, IT. 2) It's a wild, comic-booky concept involving colorful auras, super powers, and higher levels of existence.3) It introduces 2 classic Stephen King villains, the rusty blade wielding Atropos and his master, the grand daddy of all Stephen King baddies, the Crimson King, which brings me to . . .4) He fleshes out the mythology of the Dark Tower series in ways that he hadn't done so in the actual Dark Tower books.
Some people hate this novel, and this episode is designed to convince them that they should give Insomnia another chance!

Bonus Episode-Happy Anniversary! Aug 10, 2015

One year ago, I published my review of Carrie! Now one year later, with 80 something reviews under my belt, The Stephen Kingcast is still going strong! I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has made this podcast an international hit! In this episode, I look back on year one, look ahead to year 2 and discuss some Stephen King movie news.

Episode Sixty Eight-The Night Flier Aug 06, 2015

In this week's review, I look at a little known Stephen King adaptation of a short story from his Nightmares and Dreamscapes publication, the Miguel Ferrer-starring vehicle: The Night Flier. Starring Lloyd Henries himself, the classic character actor, Miguel Ferrer, we follow the escapades of sleazy tabloid reporter Richard Dees as he tries to track down the killer of a series of airport murders. Will he find the Night Flier? Will you stick around until the end of the movie to find out? Did I?
Listen to this week's review for all of my thoughts on this little gem!

Episode Sixty Seven-Nightmares and Dreamscapes Aug 06, 2015

For me, Nightmares and Dreamscapes was Stephen King's first new book that he published after I had become a Stephen King fan. I distinctly remember seeing the image of the striking front cover in the grocery store, picking it off the shelves and taking it home. How does it hold up against his previous short story collections, Night Shift and Skeleton Crew? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Sixty Six-Dolores Claiborne, the Movie Jul 30, 2015

In this episode, I take a look at the Kathy Bates-starring adaptation of King's seminal novel. She has already embodied one of King's other classic characters, Annie Wilkes from Misery, and her casting as Dolores herself makes perfect sense. But does it make a perfect movie?
Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Sixty Five-Dolores Claiborne Jul 30, 2015

In this week's review, I examine Stephen King's spiritual sequel to Gerald's Game, the first-person account of one woman's life told to us by that woman herself, Dolores Claiborne. Once again, King examines the lasting effects of abuse, in this case, the lengths that one woman will go to to ensure her daughter's safety from familial abuse.
How does this novel compare to his other works? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Sixty Four-Gerald's Game Jul 30, 2015

In this week's episode, I examine the first of a series of novels that explore the female perspective and abuse, the riveting thriller, Gerald's Game.

Bonus Episode-Rail and Rose Jul 22, 2015

In this special bonus episode, I examine The Waste Lands within the greater context of The Dark Tower. Please note that this is a spoiler-filled episode that analyzes the entire Dark Tower series, so if you haven't finished the series, avoid this episode!

Episode Sixty Three-The Waste Lands Jul 22, 2015

This week on the Stephen Kingcast, I board a train that takes me back to Mid-World for the third entry in Stephen King's Dark Tower series, The Waste Lands! Considered by many to be the best Dark Tower book, the novel includes insane robots, a newly formed ka-tet, a haunted house, city pirates, ZZ Top and the introduction to our favorite Billy Bumbler, Oy!
Does this book hold up? Find out this week in The Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Sixty Two-Needful Things, The Movie Jul 16, 2015

This week, I examine the adaptation of Stephen King's final Castle Rock story, Needful Things. How does it compare to the book? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Sixty One-Needful Things, Part Two Jul 09, 2015

Please note that this is the second part of a two part episode.

Episode Sixty-Needful Things, Part One Jul 09, 2015

In this week's episode, I head back to Castle Rock one last time for Stephen King's final Castle Rock story, Needful Things. Starring The Dark Half's Alan Pangborn, our small town sheriff must battle ancient evil as it comes to town to tempt its citizens and turn small town life into chaos. Does the grand finale of King's most famous fictional town end with a bang or a whimper? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!
Please note that this is part one of a two part episode.

Episode Fifty Nine-The Sun Dog Jul 02, 2015

In this week's final review of Four Past Midnight, I head back to Castle Rock for the prequel to 1991's final Castle Rock Story, Needful Things, with the small town tale of terror, The Sun Dog.

Episode Fifty Eight-The Library Policeman Jul 02, 2015

In this week's episode, I examine The Library Policeman, the third entry in Stephen King's 1990 novella collection, Four Past Midnight.

Episode Fifty Seven-Secret Window Jul 02, 2015

Welcome back to my ongoing review of everything related to Four Past Midnight! This review examines 2004's Johnny Depp starring adaptation of Secret Window, Secret Garden, known to moviegoers simply as Secret Window. This movie came out during the peak Johnny Depp reinvention years, just after he resurrected his career with Captain Jack Sparrow. So what does peak Depp in a King adaptation look like? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Fifty Six-Secret Window, Secret Garden Jul 02, 2015

In this episode, I continue my examination of Stephen King's 1990 novella collection about our relationship with time, Four Past Midnight. Specifically, I analyze the second entry, yet another tale of a writer and his writing, the suspenseful, introspective and very personal Secret Window, Secret Garden.

Episode Fifty Five-The Langoliers Movie Jul 02, 2015

In 1995, ABC decided to make a two part adaptation of Stephen King's The Langoliers. Is it as bad as you remember? The answer is no.
It's worse.

Episode Fifty Four-The Langoliers Jul 02, 2015

The next six episodes of the Stephen Kingcast will examine Stephen King's 1990's novella collection, Four Past Midnight. Four Past Midnight begins with The Langoliers, a bonkers tale involving time travel and giant balls of teeth that eat the fourth dimension. Is this novella as good to us as the past is to the Langoliers? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Fifty Three-Mick Garris' The Stand, Part Two Jun 25, 2015

Please note, this is the second part of a two part review.

Episode Fifty Two-Mick Garris' The Stand, Part One Jun 25, 2015

In 1994, Mick Garris had the unenviable task of bringing one of King's most beloved novels to life on ABC. People tuned in to watch it, and it certainly remained faithful to the text, but does that make for a good adaptation? Find out this week in The Stephen Kingcast!
Please note that this is the first part of a two part review.

Bonus Episode-Stand By The Tower Jun 18, 2015

In this special bonus episode of The Stephen Kingcast, I examine the novel's relationship to King's long running series, The Dark Tower. It doesn't matter if you're following the beam or broken down highways. . .all roads lead to the Tower!

Episode Fifty One-The Stand, Part Three Jun 18, 2015

In this week's episode, I conclude my review of Stephen King's The Stand. I finish my running analysis of the events of the story, tackle the themes, explore the characters, and dive into the Easter Eggs and Stephen Kingisms.

Episode Fifty-The Stand, Part Two Jun 12, 2015

In this week's episode, I continue my analysis of Stephen King's masterpiece, The Stand!

Episode Forty Nine-The Stand, Part One Jun 05, 2015

Welcome back to the Stephen Kingcast! This week, I kick off the summer by launching into a month long examination of what many consider to be Stephen King's best novel, the ultimate tale of Good and Evil in the ruins of America: The Stand!
How does it stack up to his other novels? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Forty Eight- George Romero's The Dark Half May 28, 2015

In this week's episode, I examine the collaboration between the mastermind behind the Night of the Living Dead and the master of Horror. How does the adaptation of the ultra-personal exploration of a man and his creation turn out? Find out this week in my review of George Romero's The Dark Half!

Bonus Episode-Alan Pangborn, Gunslinger May 22, 2015

In this bonus edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I discuss the awesomeness of Alan Pangborn and my frustrations in his lack of placement in the greater Stephen King Universe.

Episode Forty Seven-The Dark Half May 22, 2015

The Sparrows Are Flying Again this week in the Stephen Kingcast! In this week's review, I look at 1989's fictional metatextual story of alter-egos and twins. With The Dark Half, King summons the ghost of Richard Bachman whose alter ego, George Stark, cuts a bloody swath through the Northeast on his way to reclaim his life from author Thad Beaumont. Fans of Needful Things will know that this also marks the first appearance of Castle Rock Sheriff Alan Pangborn. My biggest question is: why don't more people talk about this novel? Find out in this week's episode!

Episode Forty Six-The Tommyknockers May 15, 2015

In this week's out-of-this-world review, I examine one of King's most reviled novels. Is the novel worthy of all of the hate it's received? Find out this week as I analyze The Tommyknockers!

Bonus Episode-The Drawing of the Tower May 08, 2015

In this spoiler-filled bonus episode, I place The Drawing of the Three into the context of the greater Dark Tower series. How does it hold up against The Gunslinger? In what ways does it point towards the ending of the series? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Forty Five-The Drawing of the Three May 08, 2015

Did a chick? Dud a chum? Listen to this podcast and have some fun!
That's right! Step back through the doorway into Mid-World with Roland as he forms a new ka-tet. Will this bring about his redemption or will this only serve to speed up his fall from grace? Find out this week on The Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Forty Four-Rob Reiner's Misery May 02, 2015

As adaptations go, this is one of the big ones! Does it measure up to its status or hype? Is Kathy Bates as good as you remember? Find out this week in my review of Misery!

Episode Forty Three-Misery Review May 02, 2015

Carrie White. Jack Torrance. Cujo. Barlow. Todd Bowden. Christine. The Man In Black. Randall Flagg. Pennywise the Dancing Clown. Frank Dodd. Greg Stillson. John Rainbird. Morgan Sloat. Sunlight Gardener. Stephen King has made a career out of creating memorable, terrifying villains. But with Annie Wilkes, he brings the humanity down to a very real, and very dangerous level. It's every author's worst nightmare come to life in this week's episode of Stephen Kingcast as I review the classic Misery! What does King have to say about the dangers of fandom and addiction? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-Eyes of the Tower Apr 24, 2015

He goes by many names. Walter O'Dim. Randall Flagg. The Man in Black. Marten Broadcloak. He's the villain of The Stand, The Gunslinger, and The Eyes of the Dragon. In this week's episode, I examine The Walkin' Dude and his oftentimes contradictory depictions throughout King's works.

Episode Forty Two-Eyes of the Dragon Apr 24, 2015

Stephen King dives into the world of fantasy with Eyes of the Dragon in which we see the return of his greatest villain, Flagg! Find out what his latest plan is in my review of Eyes of the Dragon!

Bonus Episode-A Visit to Derry, Maine! Apr 24, 2015

Live from Derry, Maine aka Bangor!
I recently embarked on a journey to Stephen King's town, the inspiration for Derry, with SK Tours (www.sk-tours.com), and in this week's episode, I share my wonderful experience!

Episode Forty One-It (The Movie) Review Apr 16, 2015

Are you scared of clowns? If you are, it's probably because you watched the ABC mini series starring Tim Curry as Pennywise! That's right, I finish up my month long stay in Derry with an examination of the television adaptation of King's most massive book to date. Can it hold a torch to King's ultimate statement of horror? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast!

Bonus Episode-The Spider and The Turtle (Dark Tower Connections) Apr 08, 2015

Welcome back, everyone! I hope you enjoy this special bonus episode in which I analyze the relationship between the events of It with The Dark Tower!

Episode Forty-It, Part Three Apr 08, 2015

Welcome back, everyone! This week I give my final thoughts on 1986's masterpiece, Stephen King's It! I analyze the characters, themes and trace the patterns of King's tropes through the years as they evolved into the novel I spent the last three weeks discussing.
If you're a fan of The Dark Tower, make sure you also listen to the special bonus episode in which I explore the relationship between this novel and the events of The Dark Tower series.

Episode Thirty Nine-It, Part Two Apr 02, 2015

Welcome back, everyone! This week, I will continue my analysis of Stephen King's masterpiece: It!

Episode Thirty Eight-It, Part One Mar 26, 2015

In 1986, the master of horror released the novel worthy of his title. This novel reflected many of the themes, characters, and story beats that he had introduced in his earlier novels and stands as his ultimate thesis of the horror genre. More importantly, it is the pinnacle of coming of age stories, a tale that places childhood friends at the center of a cosmic conflict, and only through the power of friendship can we overcome our fears. If that doesn't speak to Mr. King's sensibilities, I don't know what does.
Oh, and it has a scary clown!
Ladies and gentlemen, I hope that you packed your bags, because we will be spending the next month in Derry, Maine, home of Pennywise The Dancing Clown. Enjoy your stay, and keep away from the drains, the canal and the Barrens. You'll never know what you might find there. Or what might find you. . .

Episode Thirty-Seven-Thinner, the Movie Mar 21, 2015

Would you rather be cursed by a gypsy to grow magically thin or be forced to watch this movie?

Episode Thirty Six-Thinner Mar 21, 2015

Take a trip down Bachman lane with the last "true" Bachman book before King was outed as the real author. How does this compare to the other Bachman novels? Does it feel more like a Bachman book or a King book? Is it any good? Find out in this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Thirty Five-The Running Man Mar 20, 2015

In this week's episode, I examine the 80's classic starring the Terminator himself: The Running Man! Is it better or worse than Bachman's novella? Find out here in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Thirty Four-The Bachman Books Mar 19, 2015

In this week's episode, the Stephen Kingcast makes room for the Richard Bachmancast as I examine the 1985 collection of Richard Bachman's previously published works. As I've done with reviews of other collected works such as Night Shift, Skeleton Crew and Different Seasons, I won't review all of the stories included, and will focus on what I consider the Big Two: The Long Walk and The Running Man. How do the Richard Bachman entries differ from Stephen King's works? Find out this week in the Richard Bachmancast!

Episode Thirty Three-Mercy Mar 13, 2015

Corl from The Walking Dead stars in the adaptation of Stephen King's short story, Gramma. Is Corl's zombie killing skills enough to face off against family witches? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast's review of Mercy!

Episode Thirty Two-Frank Darabont's The Mist Mar 08, 2015

Sorry I was late this week, guys! I was suffering from a pretty awful case of Captain Trips this weekend.
In this week's review, I review Frank Darabont's adaptation of King's classic story of survival horror, The Mist. In a post-The Walking Dead landscape, is this movie innovate, fresh or does it feel like a retread? Find out this week at The Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Thirty One-Skeleton Crew Feb 26, 2015

In this week's review of the Stephen Kingcast, I take a look at King's second collection of short stories, Skeleton Crew. Specifically, I review the following entries:
The MistMrs. Todd's ShortcutThe JauntThe RaftGrammaThe Reach
Stay tuned next week as I review Frank Darabont's The Mist!

Bonus Episode-Is The Talisman the Dark Tower? Feb 19, 2015

In this bonus episode, I examine the connections between The Dark Tower series and The Talisman. Is The Talisman the Tower itself? Do we see twinners in other King works? Find out in this special episode!

Episode Thirty-The Talisman Review Feb 19, 2015

In this week's review of the Stephen Kingcast, I examine the collaboration with Peter Straub which resulted with the world hopping adventure, The Talisman. Does the collaboration with fellow writer make for a better or worse King entry? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Twenty Nine-Stephen King's Silver Bullet Feb 13, 2015

Because Cycle of the Werewolf was such a short episode, I decided to release my review of Stephen King's Silver Bullet a week early! So there you go, constant listeners! You get two reviews in the span of one week!
In this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast, tune in for my review of Silver Bullet, King's film adaptation of Cycle of the Werewolf. With Cory Haim, Gary Busey, Everett McGill, Terry O'Quinn, Bill Smitrovich, and a killer soundtrack, does this movie top King's novella? Take a joyride this week on the Stephen Kingcast to find out!

Episode Twenty Eight-Cycle of the Werewolf Review Feb 13, 2015

In this episode, I review Stephen King's quasi-calendar collaboration with artist extraordinaire, Bernie Wrightson: Cycle of the Werewolf! It's a fun experiment for sure, but does it hold up against King's other works? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Twenty Seven-Pet Sematary Movie Review Feb 06, 2015

This week, we find out if "dead is better" when I review the Pet Sematary movie!

Episode Twenty Six-Pet Sematary Jan 29, 2015

In this week's review of the Stephen Kingcast, I take a look at Stephen King's examination on death and its impact on the living, Pet Sematary.

Episode Twenty Five-John Carpenter's Christine Jan 23, 2015

In this week's review of the Stephen Kingcast,the man who brought you Michael Myers takes King's baby out for a spin. Does he bring it back in one piece? That's right. It's time for John Carpenter's Christine!

Episode Twenty Four-Christine Jan 16, 2015

In this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast, I examine King's first time behind the wheel of an evil car. In later years, he'll revisit the atrocities of what cars can do with entries such as From a Buick 8, Mr. Mercedes. And in 1999, King experienced first hand the dangers of what cars can do to a person as he meets the real life version of the evil car.
But is Christine more than just a book about an evil car? Could it actually be a profound examination on the death of childhood friendships, growing up and a parent's fear of letting go? It couldn't possibly be his first great love story, could it?
Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Twenty Three-Stand By Me Jan 10, 2015

Join me this week for my review of Rob Reiner's 1986 smash hit, Stand By Me. For many of us, it's remembered as a childhood classic, the ultimate coming of age tale. Does it hold up? Find out this week in the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Twenty Two-The Body Jan 02, 2015

In this week's episode, I continue my examination of Stephen King's Different Seasons, focusing on one of Stephen King's most enduring and beloved stories, The Body. As we all know, this story goes on to inspire the classic Rob Reiner film, Stand By Me, which I will address next week.
Does this story hold up to your memory? Find out this week on The Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Twenty One-Bryan Singer's Apt Pupil Review Dec 28, 2014

In this week's review, I examine Bryan Singer's post-The Usual Suspects/pre-X-Men project, the adaptation of Stephen King's short story, Apt Pupil. If you've reviewed last week's episode, then you know I thought it was a tense, deeply disturbing examination of hate and control. In it, Stephen King created his most horrendous villain to date with the character, Todd Bowden.
Is Bryan Singer able to match Stephen King?
Is Brad Renfro able to embody the awful characteristics of King's twisted creation?
Is Ian McKellen . . . ? Yes, Ian McKellen is awesome.
Stick around and listen to my thoughts on Bryan Singer's Apt Pupil!

Bonus Episode-NOS4A2 Dec 23, 2014

In this holiday bonus edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I turn my attention to Joe Hill's Christmas-themed thrill ride, NOS4A2. Because nothing brings out the holiday spirit like possessed cars, vampiric predators, surreal dreamscapes, ruined childhoods and plastic explosives.
How does NOS4A2 stack up against his father's works? More importantly, how does it stack up to his own? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast! And as always, write in at stephenkingcast@yahoo.com.

Episode Twenty-Apt Pupil Review Dec 20, 2014

In this week's review, I continue our six-week journey through Stephen King's novella collection: Different Seasons, with the story: "Apt Pupil."
Despite the lack of supernatural elements, I argue that this is Stephen King's most horrific story at this point of publication. Join me as I take a deep dive into the squalid mind of Todd Bowden as he discovers that evil takes many shapes, and often times resembles the man who looks back at you from your mirror.
Make sure you stick around next week when I review Bryan Singer's adaptation starring Brad Renfro and Magneto himself, Sir Ian McKellan.

Episode Nineteen-Frank Darabont's The Shawshank Redemption Review Dec 13, 2014

This week's edition examine's Frank Darabont's classic film, The Shawshank Redemption. Since it's release, it has become a beloved movie for the audience, and it is often used as a counterargument for anyone who dismisses King as "just a horror author."
Be honest: you've probably seen this movie a dozen times at this point. You know it. You can quote it. But does that mean it's as good as you remember? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode Eighteen-Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption Review Dec 06, 2014

In this week's review, I begin a six-week journey through Stephen King's novella collection: Different Seasons, beginning with the first story: "Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption." Widely considered one of Stephen King's best stories, it laid the groundwork for the classic film and is used as an example of how Stephen King is so much more than just a "horror" writer.
Make sure to come back next week as I examine Frank Darabont's beloved film adaptation.

Episode Seventeen-The Gunslinger Review, Part Two Nov 29, 2014

In this week's episode, I continue my analysis of Stephen King's first entry into the world The Dark Tower, The Gunslinger.
Last week, in Part One, I tried to remain as spoiler-free as possible. This week, however, I place The Gunslinger into the context of the greater series and examine how well it holds up against the later novels, so this episode is chock-full of spoilers.
Warning: Because of spoilers, if you have not finished The Dark Tower series, you should skip this week's episode!
Join our ka-tet as we make our way across the desert, into the mountains in our quest to reach The Dark Tower. Will we reach it? Let's find out together!

Episode Sixteen-The Gunslinger Review, Part One Nov 21, 2014

"The man in black fled across the desert, and the gunslinger followed."
With those words, a 19 year-old Stephen King embarked upon a decades-spanning journey that included 7 books, numerous tie-ins and a near death experience. That's right, Constant Reader. This week, I launch into The Gunslinger.
Please note that this week is only part one of a two part episode. This week, I review The Gunslinger, trying to remain as spoiler-free about anything that comes afterward. Next week, I place The Gunslinger into the context of the greater series and examine how well it holds up against the later novels.
This is one that I couldn't wait to review, and as of right now, this is my favorite episode I've recorded so far! Join our ka-tet as we make our way across the desert, into the mountains in our quest to reach The Dark Tower. Will we reach it? Let's find out together!
Thanks to Bright Giant for use of their song, "Jake and the Gunslinger."

Episode Fifteen-Revival Review Nov 15, 2014

On Tuesday, November 11, 2014, Stephen King released his electric newest novel, Revival! Check out this week's review to hear my thoughts!

Episode Fourteen-Cujo Movie Review Nov 08, 2014

In this week's review of the Stephen Kingcast, we launch into a review of the adaptation of Cujo! Is it as brutally depressing as the novel? Find out!

Episode Thirteen-Cujo Review Nov 01, 2014

It's Jaws meets Old Yeller in this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast! This week, I review the tale of man's best friend gone bad: Cujo.

Bonus Episode-Happy Halloween! Oct 31, 2014

In this special Halloween bonus episode, I'm joined by two spooky guests as we discuss all things horror. Please be warned, there are spoilers galore for the following movies:
JawsThe ShiningThe ExorcistThe RingThe Blair Witch ProjectThe SentinelNight of the CreepsThe Monster SquadThe Blob

Episode Twelve-Firestarter Movie Review Oct 26, 2014

In this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I review the adaptation of King's classic, Firestarter. Can the movie hold a torch to the book? Find out in this episode!

Episode Eleven-Firestarter Review Oct 19, 2014

In this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I review Stephen King's suspenseful sci-fi, action, thriller Firestarter!

Episode Ten-The Dead Zone Movie Review Oct 12, 2014

In this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I review David Cronenberg's classic adaptation of King's classic starring Christopher Walken in all his Walken glory!

Episode Nine-The Dead Zone Review Oct 05, 2014

In this week's edition of Stephen Kingcast, I examine Stephen King's suspenseful thriller about a man whose physic abilities can't help him slow down a race against time. That's right, this week, I examine The Dead Zone.

Bonus Episode-Horns Book Review Part Two Oct 02, 2014

In this bonus edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I take a break from Stephen King in order to review Joe Hill's Horns in honor of the upcoming movie release.
Due to it's length, I had to split the episode into two parts. Be sure to check them both out, and then go see Horns, in theaters this Halloween!

Bonus Episode-Horns Book Review Part One Oct 02, 2014

In this bonus edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I take a break from Stephen King in order to review Joe Hill's Horns in honor of the upcoming movie release.
Due to it's length, I had to split the episode into two parts. Be sure to check them both out, and then go see Horns, in theaters this Halloween!

Episode Eight-Children of the Corn Review Sep 28, 2014

In this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I examine the classic film, Children of the Corn.

Episode Seven-Night Shift Review Sep 21, 2014

In this week's episode of Stephen Kingcast, I will examine Stephen King's first collection of short stories: Night Shift. Rather than analyzing each one, I analyze a handful of stories that stood out to me, including the foreword to the collection from the author.

Episode Six-Stanley Kubrick's The Shining Review Sep 14, 2014

When Stephen King goes blow for blow with Stanley Kubrick, who comes out the winner? That's right, Constant Listeners. In this week's edition of Stephen Kingcast, I review 1980's horror classic, The Shining.

Episode Five-The Shining Review Sep 07, 2014

In this week's edition of the Stephen Kingcast, I examine what many might argue is Stephen King's most famous novel: The Shining.
Don't forget to come back next week when I chime in with my thoughts on the great debate between the book and movie!

Episode Four-Salem's Lot Movie Review Aug 31, 2014

In this week's episode of the Stephen Kingcast, I examine 1979's adaptation of Salem's Lot. But first, I read some listener mail. I then finish up the review with some recommendations. Enjoy!

Episode Three-Salem's Lot Review Aug 24, 2014

This week on theStephen Kingcast, I examine Stephen King's second novel, the classic tale of a small town plagued by vampires, Salem's Lot. Hardcore Stephen King fans, stick around after the end of the podcast to listen to how Salem's Lot ties into King's magnum opus, The Dark Tower.

Episode Two-Carrie Movie Reviews Aug 17, 2014

In the epic battle between King's 1974 novel v. DePalma's classic movie v. Pierce's 2013 remake, who comes out the victor? Find out this week on the Stephen Kingcast!

Episode One-Carrie Review Aug 10, 2014

In Stephen Kingcast's first review, I examine the book that started it all: 1974's runaway hit, Carrie!

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