Podcasts by Stephen King Cast

Episode 269-The Ending to Revival from 2023-08-05T14:55

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 <...

Episode 269-The Ending to Mr. Mercedes from 2023-07-29T14:25

Ugh. Mr Mercedes again. 

If you have any thoughts, write into stephenkingcast@yahoo.com

Episode 268-The Ending To Doctor Sleep from 2023-07-22T10:22:06

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 266-The Ending of 11/22/63 from 2023-07-08T15:00:01

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...

Episode 265-Under the Dome Ending from 2023-02-19T12:39:02

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 from 2022-10-09T17:24:32

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 from 2022-07-25T23:10:59

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 from 2022-05-29T15:34:25

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

Episode 261-The Ending of Cell from 2022-05-07T16:14

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 from 2022-04-30T15:53

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 from 2022-04-23T14:36:32

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 from 2022-03-07T13:43:32

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 Fi...

Episode 257-The Ending of The Song Of Susannah from 2022-03-01T16:23

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

Episode 256-The Ending of Wolves of the Calla from 2022-02-22T15:43:56

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 from 2021-12-29T14:24:17

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 fu...

Episode 254-Black House from 2021-08-21T12:05

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

Episode 253-The Ending of Dreamcatcher from 2021-08-14T11:50

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 from 2021-08-07T09:52

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 from 2021-07-31T09:37

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 from 2021-07-24T09:08:12

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 from 2021-07-03T21:43:57

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 from 2021-06-17T15:24:34

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

Episode 247-The Ending of the Green Mile from 2021-06-07T06:00

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 from 2021-05-30T22:18:21

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) from 2021-04-19T22:17:58

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

Episode 244-The Stand (CBS All Access) from 2021-02-28T09:51:01

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 from 2020-12-19T17:58:15

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@ya...

Episode 242-The Ending of Insomnia from 2020-10-08T15:38:51

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

Insomnia (Re-Release) from 2020-09-22T08:25

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...

Episode 241-The Ending of Dolores Claiborne from 2020-09-19T18:06:49

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

Episode 240-The Ending Of Gerald's Game from 2020-09-05T17:44

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 from 2020-08-18T09:24:02

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...

Episode 238-The Ending of The Waste Lands from 2020-08-11T09:05:04

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 from 2020-08-03T21:05:12

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

Episode 236-The Ending of The Tommyknockers from 2020-07-27T13:16:41

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 steph...

Episode 235-The Ending of Misery from 2020-07-22T13:45:34

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...

Episode 234-Recommendations from 2020-07-13T12:32:01

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. St...

Episode 233-The Ending of The Drawing of the Three from 2020-06-10T10:51:33

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 i...

Episode 232-The Ending of It from 2020-05-25T19:53:11

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 ti...

It, Part Three (Re-Release) from 2020-05-21T11:29:42

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 Listen

It, Part One (re-release) from 2020-05-15T16:57:43

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 ...

Re-release: IT, part One from 2020-05-15T16:40

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 ...

Episode 231-The Ending of Eyes of the Dragon from 2020-05-15T16:35:59

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 h...

Episode 230-If It Bleeds from 2020-05-11T22:14:30

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 228-The Ending of Pet Sematary from 2020-05-03T14:19:50

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 repu...

Episode 227-The Ending of Christine from 2020-04-19T15:52:20

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 from 2020-04-10T20:31:30

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. 

Feel free to write int...

Episode 225-The Ending of Cujo from 2020-04-02T12:09

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

And please write into stephenkingcast@yaho...

Episode 224-The Ending of Firestarter from 2020-03-23T14:04

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 from 2020-03-17T09:33:39

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. Sta...

Episode 222-The Ending of the Dead Zone from 2020-03-14T13:25:31

And here we are, talking about the Dead Zone. 

Episode 221-The Ending of the Shining from 2020-03-07T14:11:51

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 ...

Episode 220-The Ending of Salem's Lot from 2020-02-27T19:42:42

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 th...

Episode 219-The Ending of Carrie from 2020-02-21T12:00

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 su...

Episode 218-Big Announcement! from 2020-02-18T18:58:40

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 quickl...

Episode 217-The Outsider Episodes 3 and 4 + Preparing for Locke and Key from 2020-02-02T14:34:50

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 from 2020-01-17T21:20:15

 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 from 2020-01-09T22:03:23

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 from 2019-12-28T23:40:03

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 deca...

Episode 214-In The Tall Grass from 2019-12-26T23:37:34

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 the...

Episode 213-Full Throttle from 2019-12-15T13:00:52

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 y...

Episode 212-Doctor Sleep (2019) Review from 2019-11-17T10:50:14

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...

Re-Release-Doctor Sleep (book) from 2019-11-08T15:57:44

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 ti...

Episode 211-Castle Rock Season 2, Episode 2 from 2019-11-03T18:36:30

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 from 2019-11-01T23:08:15

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 from 2019-10-20T15:27:49

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 listen...

Episode 208-It, Chapter 2 (2019) from 2019-09-13T07:09:32

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) from 2019-09-07T19:39:10

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 from 2019-08-30T21:51:01

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

Episode 206-Locke and Key, Vol 5: Clockworks from 2019-08-09T22:41:09

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 a...

Episode 205-Locke and Key, Volume 4: Keys to the Kingdom from 2019-07-31T14:54:08

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 from 2019-07-22T22:09:01

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 from 2019-07-10T21:51

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 from 2019-07-03T22:47:25

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 th...

Episode 201-Stephen King News and NOS4A2 Thoughts and More! from 2019-06-25T17:16:07

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 castin...

Re-release-NOS4A2 from 2019-06-18T21:21:14

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 from 2019-04-10T22:27:39

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 so...

Re-Release-Pet Semetary from 2019-04-01T08:36:50

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! from 2019-02-18T20:50:42

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 S...

Episode 198-Elevation Review, Pet Semetary Trailer Review and Haunting of Hill House Thoughts from 2018-11-21T22:02:01

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 public...

Episode 197-Castle Rock, Episode 10 from 2018-09-16T14:02:51

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 from 2018-09-08T12:58:25

There are other worlds than these.

Episode 195-Castle Rock, Episode 8 from 2018-08-31T21:06:26

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 from 2018-08-24T23:24:17

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

Episode 193-Castle Rock, Episode 6 from 2018-08-17T21:42:06

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

Episode 192-Castle Rock, Episode 5 from 2018-08-14T22:27:20

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 from 2018-08-07T22:04:05

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. co...

Episode 190-Castle Rock, Episode 4 from 2018-08-03T22:13:08

"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...

Episode 189-Castle Rock, Episodes 2 and 3 from 2018-07-30T14:50:21

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

Episode 188-Castle Rock, Episode 1 from 2018-07-25T21:58:51

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...

Episode 187-Upcoming Stephen King Adaptations from 2018-07-19T12:28:40

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 from 2018-07-12T11:26:41

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

Episode 185-Mr. Mercedes, Episodes 3-6 from 2018-07-06T11:31:57

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 from 2018-07-05T15:01:41

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 from 2018-06-29T13:30:52

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 from 2018-06-22T08:33:38

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 from 2018-06-15T22:35:27

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

Episode 181-Nightmares and Dreamscapes, Part 2 from 2018-06-07T21:36:31

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

Re-Release-Nightmares and Dreamscapes from 2018-06-06T19:44:02

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 from 2018-06-02T20:29:26

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 ...

Episode 179-Lawnmower Man from 2018-05-25T22:11:27

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 from 2018-05-19T16:11:47

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, ...

Re-Release-Skeleton Crew from 2018-05-18T21:27:47

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 episo...

Episode 177-News, Updates and . . .I'm Back! from 2018-05-13T15:07:26

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 ...

Hanging With Agent Cooper: A Twin Peaks Podcast from 2018-04-13T21:17:36

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 Re...

Episode 176-Stephen King Movie News and Tommyknockers Re-Release from 2018-04-03T21:40:59

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 shar...

Episode 175-News Update from 2018-02-18T20:26:35

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 from 2018-01-20T12:10:23

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 from 2018-01-13T13:58:59

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...

Episode 173-Random Topics and Stranger Things Season 2 General Thoughts from 2017-12-23T20:53:22

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 re...

Episode 172-Sleeping Beauties from 2017-12-04T16:27:27

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 from 2017-10-21T13:33:20

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 from 2017-10-12T22:32:46

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 Talism...

Episode 169-Mike Flanagan's Gerald's Game (2017) from 2017-09-30T13:14:25

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 h...

Gerald's Game (Re-Release) from 2017-09-29T11:23:17

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 from 2017-09-23T23:26:13

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 ...

Episode 167-It (2017) from 2017-09-12T22:48:13

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...

Episode 166-Cat's Eye Review, Castle Rock and IT updates from 2017-08-27T20:36:34

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 from 2017-08-21T21:46:46

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 ...

Episode 164-Interview With Matt Kellick (Ka-Tet 19) from 2017-08-11T22:37:33

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.  Duri...

Episode 163-The Dark Tower (Movie) from 2017-08-06T20:49:21

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...

Episode 162-Interview with Josh Brucker, Writer/Director of One For the Road from 2017-07-29T00:17:06

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...

Episode 161-The Mangler from 2017-07-24T13:04:55

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...

Episode 160-Graveyard Shift from 2017-07-16T13:00

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 al...

Episode 159-Night Shift, Part Two from 2017-07-10T09:48:55

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, a...

Episode 158-Night Shift (Re-Release) from 2017-07-08T12:36:29

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 ...

Episode 157-The Mist (Episodes 1-3) from 2017-07-04T13:18:15

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

Episode 156-Gwendy's Button Box from 2017-06-26T21:38:11

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 ...

Episode 155-The Dark Tower Trailer from 2017-05-03T22:52:27

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

Episode 154-It Trailer from 2017-03-31T23:30:46

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 t...

Episode 153-Dark Tower Poster (And the State of the Stephen Kingcast from 2017-03-19T12:21:31

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.  Thi...

Episode 152-Storm of the Century (Re-Release) from 2017-03-14T15:42:09

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 from 2017-02-18T11:40:36

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.  ...

Episode 150-Stand By the Tower (Re-Released) from 2017-02-12T12:28:10

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) from 2017-02-12T12:27:02

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) from 2017-02-04T17:07:18

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) from 2017-01-29T21:38:01

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 p...

Episode 146-The Night Flier (Re-Release With New Introduction) from 2017-01-19T20:25:34

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 unappre...

Episode 145-Sleepwalkers from 2017-01-14T23:29:32

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

Episode 144-The Fireman from 2016-12-30T13:44:40

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

Episode 143-Cell Movie from 2016-12-27T13:03:02

 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 ...

Episode 142-Bad Moon Rising from 2016-10-27T22:04:38

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 from 2016-10-17T15:38:13

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 compa...

Episode 140-Ghost Road Blues from 2016-10-11T22:28:31

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 vamp...

Episode 139-Stranger Things Chapter 8 Review from 2016-09-25T16:16:46

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

Episode 138-Stranger Things Chapter Seven Review from 2016-09-25T16:15:04

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 from 2016-09-02T16:14:37

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

Episode 136-Stranger Things Chapter Five Review from 2016-09-02T16:11:14

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 from 2016-08-24T20:38:59

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 ...

Episode 134-Stranger Things Chapter Three from 2016-08-23T20:23:06

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...

Episode 133-Stranger Things Chapter Two Review from 2016-08-10T18:59:12

Welcome back to my review of Stranger Things Chapter Two!

Episode 132-Stranger Things Chapter One Review from 2016-08-06T18:26:49

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 from 2016-07-29T17:09:25

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 from 2016-07-15T15:09:03

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 from 2016-07-06T15:28:31

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 from 2016-06-25T17:39:39

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...

Episode 127-Announcement from 2016-04-30T13:13:05

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 ...

Episode 126-Top Dark Tower Moments from 2016-04-10T12:00:40

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 from 2016-04-04T19:08:48

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 adaptat...

Episode 124-11.22.63 Episode 7 Review from 2016-03-29T18:18:57

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

Episode 123-11.22.63 Episode 6 Review from 2016-03-26T13:05:57

Welcome back for the latest review of 11.22.63! 

Episode 122-Top 10 Moments from 2016-03-25T11:14

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

Episode 121-Top 10 Villains from 2016-03-19T10:51:21

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

Episode 120-11.22.63 Episode 5 Review from 2016-03-14T20:29:52

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 from 2016-03-12T13:27:04

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 from 2016-03-07T18:40:45

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 from 2016-03-05T08:38:32

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

Episode 116-11.22.63 Episode 2 from 2016-02-27T19:03:45

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 ...

Episode 115-11.22.63 Episode 1 from 2016-02-17T13:51:07

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

Episode 114-Top 10 Short Stories from 2016-02-13T16:13:39

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

Episode 113-Top 10 Most Painful Moments from 2016-02-12T22:48:06

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 from 2016-02-05T07:56:52

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

Episode 111-Top 10 Movies from 2016-02-04T07:26:47

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

Episode 110-Top 10 Mentors and Supporting Characters from 2016-02-02T07:11:04

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 from 2016-01-28T19:41:53

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

Episode 108-Creepshow from 2016-01-28T19:39:36

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

Episode 107-20th Century Ghosts from 2016-01-25T22:19:21

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 Gh...

Episode 106-Bazaar of Bad Dreams from 2016-01-23T18:08:10

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 from 2016-01-20T09:45:29

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

Episode 104-Mr. Mercedes from 2016-01-20T09:45:21

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 ...

Episode 103-Doctor Sleep from 2016-01-18T12:53:11

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, "...

Episode 102-Joyland from 2016-01-17T10:55:58

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, Ki...

Episode 101-The Wind Through the Keyhole from 2016-01-15T14:23:32

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 th...

Episode One Hundred-11/22/63 from 2016-01-13T10:51:49

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...

Episode Ninety Nine-A Good Marriage from 2016-01-09T20:31:11

Yikes.

Episode Ninety Eight-Full Dark, No Stars from 2016-01-09T20:30:57

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 from 2016-01-06T16:49:55

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 a...

Episode Ninety Six-Just After Sunset from 2015-12-30T22:44:15

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 Step...

Episode Ninety Five-Duma Key from 2015-12-24T08:00

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 ...

Episode Ninety Four-Lisey's Story from 2015-12-17T08:00

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 ...

Bonus Episode-Race To The Tower from 2015-12-13T15:03:22

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

Episode Ninety Three-Cell from 2015-12-10T08:00

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 i...

Episode Ninety Two-The Dark Tower, Part Two from 2015-12-02T15:36:16

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

Episode Ninety One-The Dark Tower, Part One from 2015-12-02T15:34:38

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 th...

Episode Ninety-Song of Susannah from 2015-11-24T18:51:19

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 St...

Episode Eighty Nine-Wolves of the Calla from 2015-11-17T07:05:02

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 t...

Episode Eighty Eight-1408 from 2015-11-11T12:11:04

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 from 2015-11-11T12:09:15

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 Sis...

Episode Eighty Six-Everything's Eventual from 2015-11-11T12:04:53

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 t...

Episode Eighty Five-From A Buick 8 from 2015-11-05T08:09:39

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 from 2015-10-31T09:35:56

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 piec...

Episode Eighty Four-Black House from 2015-10-31T09:35:49

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...

Episode Eighty Three-Dreamcatcher (Movie) from 2015-10-29T12:38:09

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, Lawre...

Episode Eighty Two-Dreamcatcher from 2015-10-22T16:50:46

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 frien...

Episode Eighty One-Hearts in Atlantis (The Movie) from 2015-10-18T13:00

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...

Bonus Episode-Low Men in Yellow Coats from 2015-10-11T21:17:31

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 from 2015-10-03T22:52:33

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 ...

Episode Seventy Nine-The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon from 2015-10-03T22:39:55

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 yea...

Episode Seventy Eight-Storm of the Century from 2015-10-01T07:13:30

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,...

Episode Seventy Seven-Bag of Bones from 2015-09-24T21:22:47

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...

Bonus Episode-Witches and Wizardry from 2015-09-17T19:41:38

Stick around for Dark Tower goodness!

Episode Seventy Six-Wizard and Glass, Part Two from 2015-09-17T19:30:55

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

Episode Seventy Five-Wizard and Glass, Part One from 2015-09-17T19:27

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...

Episode Seventy Four-Desperation from 2015-09-10T15:57:56

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 t...

Episode Seventy Three-The Regulators from 2015-09-10T15:54:24

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...

Episode Seventy Two-Frank Darabont's The Green Mile from 2015-09-03T20:50:21

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 movi...

Episode Seventy One-The Green Mile from 2015-08-27T10:57:52

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 from 2015-08-20T17:05:32

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 from 2015-08-13T18:30:22

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 e...

Episode Sixty Nine-Insomnia from 2015-08-13T18:30:11

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 colle...

Bonus Episode-Happy Anniversary! from 2015-08-10T09:24:16

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 t...

Episode Sixty Eight-The Night Flier from 2015-08-06T09:30:36

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.  Starr...

Episode Sixty Seven-Nightmares and Dreamscapes from 2015-08-06T09:30:25

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 ...

Episode Sixty Six-Dolores Claiborne, the Movie from 2015-07-30T16:53:24

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 ca...

Episode Sixty Five-Dolores Claiborne from 2015-07-30T16:53:02

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, Kin...

Episode Sixty Four-Gerald's Game from 2015-07-30T16:52:32

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 from 2015-07-22T17:38:44

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,...

Episode Sixty Three-The Waste Lands from 2015-07-22T17:38:14

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 ...

Episode Sixty Two-Needful Things, The Movie from 2015-07-16T20:44:52

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 from 2015-07-09T21:11:18

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

Episode Sixty-Needful Things, Part One from 2015-07-09T21:10:54

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 batt...

Episode Fifty Nine-The Sun Dog from 2015-07-02T17:05:49

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 from 2015-07-02T17:04:44

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 from 2015-07-02T17:03:13

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 simp...

Episode Fifty Six-Secret Window, Secret Garden from 2015-07-02T17:02:13

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 tal...

Episode Fifty Five-The Langoliers Movie from 2015-07-02T16:58:19

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 from 2015-07-02T05:57

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...

Episode Fifty Three-Mick Garris' The Stand, Part Two from 2015-06-25T10:10:16

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

Episode Fifty Two-Mick Garris' The Stand, Part One from 2015-06-25T10:09:42

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 tha...

Bonus Episode-Stand By The Tower from 2015-06-18T21:20:40

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 do...

Episode Fifty One-The Stand, Part Three from 2015-06-18T21:18:22

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 East...

Episode Fifty-The Stand, Part Two from 2015-06-12T07:43:23

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

Episode Forty Nine-The Stand, Part One from 2015-06-05T07:00

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 a...

Episode Forty Eight- George Romero's The Dark Half from 2015-05-28T21:26:19

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 o...

Bonus Episode-Alan Pangborn, Gunslinger from 2015-05-22T09:16:19

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 from 2015-05-22T09:14:21

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 ...

Episode Forty Six-The Tommyknockers from 2015-05-15T16:24:47

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 from 2015-05-08T06:31:52

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 to...

Episode Forty Five-The Drawing of the Three from 2015-05-08T06:31:36

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 r...

Episode Forty Four-Rob Reiner's Misery from 2015-05-02T14:28:53

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 from 2015-05-02T08:37

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 Gar...

Bonus Episode-Eyes of the Tower from 2015-04-24T11:24:15

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 exa...

Episode Forty Two-Eyes of the Dragon from 2015-04-24T11:23:46

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! from 2015-04-24T11:23:15

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 won...

Episode Forty One-It (The Movie) Review from 2015-04-16T20:15:28

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 examinat...

Bonus Episode-The Spider and The Turtle (Dark Tower Connections) from 2015-04-08T18:06:22

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 from 2015-04-08T18:05:57

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 t...

Episode Thirty Nine-It, Part Two from 2015-04-02T10:29:15

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

Episode Thirty Eight-It, Part One from 2015-03-26T22:07:29

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 a...

Episode Thirty-Seven-Thinner, the Movie from 2015-03-21T10:46:29

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

Episode Thirty Six-Thinner from 2015-03-21T10:44:22

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 ...

Episode Thirty Five-The Running Man from 2015-03-20T15:10:16

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 from 2015-03-19T21:22:55

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 o...

Episode Thirty Three-Mercy from 2015-03-13T18:25:55

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 Step...

Episode Thirty Two-Frank Darabont's The Mist from 2015-03-08T20:09:28

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 s...

Episode Thirty One-Skeleton Crew from 2015-02-26T18:22:33

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 Shortcut...

Bonus Episode-Is The Talisman the Dark Tower? from 2015-02-19T10:01:57

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 specia...

Episode Thirty-The Talisman Review from 2015-02-19T10:00:50

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 write...

Episode Twenty Nine-Stephen King's Silver Bullet from 2015-02-13T17:32:04

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 th...

Episode Twenty Eight-Cycle of the Werewolf Review from 2015-02-13T13:29:52

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 again...

Episode Twenty Seven-Pet Sematary Movie Review from 2015-02-06T19:11:53

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

Episode Twenty Six-Pet Sematary from 2015-01-29T18:57:17

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 from 2015-01-23T20:10:01

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 Carpent...

Episode Twenty Four-Christine from 2015-01-16T19:33:48

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 F...

Episode Twenty Three-Stand By Me from 2015-01-10T07:49:43

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 th...

Episode Twenty Two-The Body from 2015-01-02T20:25:22

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 goe...

Episode Twenty One-Bryan Singer's Apt Pupil Review from 2014-12-28T00:18:55

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...

Bonus Episode-NOS4A2 from 2014-12-23T19:41:31

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, va...

Episode Twenty-Apt Pupil Review from 2014-12-20T11:28:20

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 arg...

Episode Nineteen-Frank Darabont's The Shawshank Redemption Review from 2014-12-13T07:25:39

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 ...

Episode Eighteen-Rita Hayworth and the Shawshank Redemption Review from 2014-12-06T13:10:34

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...

Episode Seventeen-The Gunslinger Review, Part Two from 2014-11-29T12:07:22

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. ...

Episode Sixteen-The Gunslinger Review, Part One from 2014-11-21T19:55:42

"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-i...

Episode Fifteen-Revival Review from 2014-11-15T13:41:17

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 from 2014-11-08T18:10:18

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 from 2014-11-01T14:25:46

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! from 2014-10-31T18:56:38

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 E...

Episode Twelve-Firestarter Movie Review from 2014-10-26T00:07:02

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 from 2014-10-19T12:09:47

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 from 2014-10-12T23:44:11

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 from 2014-10-05T12:39:02

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, ...

Bonus Episode-Horns Book Review Part Two from 2014-10-02T20:42:25

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 ...

Bonus Episode-Horns Book Review Part One from 2014-10-02T20:41:49

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 Eight-Children of the Corn Review from 2014-09-28T00:30:02

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

Episode Seven-Night Shift Review from 2014-09-21T13:00

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 stoo...

Episode Six-Stanley Kubrick's The Shining Review from 2014-09-14T08:47

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, ...

Episode Five-The Shining Review from 2014-09-07T00:05:07

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 thoug...

Episode Four-Salem's Lot Movie Review from 2014-08-31T00:07:07

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 from 2014-08-24T10:18:53

This week on the Stephen 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 ...

Episode Two-Carrie Movie Reviews from 2014-08-17T13:10:01

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 from 2014-08-10T17:20:35

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