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The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast
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Founded in 2017, The Losers’ Club® is an award-winning weekly series that chronologically digs through the work of Stephen King with humor, irreverence, and a critical eye. Each episode, the Losers gather together to read between the iconic pages and share the latest in King’s Dominion, whether it’s the author’s oft-controversial tweets, the boldest Hollywood headlines, or his endless forthcoming projects. The series also regularly features special guests. In the past, the Losers have spoken to Mike Flanagan, Thomas Jane, Tananarive Due, Chapo Trap House, Owen Teague, Mick Garris, Mary Lambert, Jerry O’Connell, Wil Wheaton, Joe Bob Briggs, and even King himself.
Suitable for readers both Constant and casual. King says check us out.
Edited by Kyle Orozovich. Music by The Most/Charlie Laurence. Produced by Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn.
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The Definitive Stephen King Book Ranking: #46-41
2w ago02:00:57Tap to summarizeBehold, The Definitive Stephen King Book Ranking! This year, the Losers are counting down Stephen King's published novels -- specifically, novels (no collections) -- from worst to best. For May, the heat turns up as they round out the 40s with a handful of picks that race all around King's Dominion. One title dusts off one iconic debate within the Club. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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CrichtonCast: A Murder in Hollywood (Patreon Clip)
2w ago00:10:56Tap to summarizeHere's a preview of our latest installment of the CrichtonCast, our Michael Crichton spinoff podcast exclusive to The Barrens. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Unboxing Vintage Books' New Stephen King Collection
3w ago01:05:13Tap to summarizeLosers' Club executive producer and co-host Michael Roffman finally unboxes this mysterious crate that's been at the bottom of his stairs. What he discovers is a stunning collection of Stephen King reissues from Vintage Books, specifically 1974's Carrie, 1975's 'Salem's Lot, 1977's The Shining, 1978's Night Shift, and 1978's The Stand. So, in this special episode, we hear from the maestros behind that makeover magic: Julianne Clancy, Senior Director of Marketing at Vintage Books; Mark Abrams, Art Director at Vintage Books; and legendary artist Ghoulish Gary Pullin. Together, they share the process of reinventing iconic covers for a new era, the timeless influence of horror, and why reading is back, baby. Killer conversation with a killer ka-tet. Constant Readers, be sure to pick up your own collection from Vintage Books from your local bookstore or straight from the publisher! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →"Before the Play" and The Overlook Hotel
4w ago01:52:54Tap to summarizeThe Losers check into The Overlook for the umpteenth time. This time, however, they dedicate some time to Stephen King's oft-forgotten prologue "Before the Play", which was also the inspiration for Glen Mazzara's unproduced script The Overlook Hotel. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Glen Mazzara on The Dark Tower Series and The Overlook
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Transcribe →The Stacks: What We're Reading in May 2026 with Laramie Dean
May 201:26:30Tap to summarizeIt's time for another spell in The Stacks, this time with author (and friend of the pod) Laramie Dean joining Randall, Jenn, and Ashley. They talk through several upcoming horror releases, debate revisionist riffs on classic stories ("Sorry, Marion!"), and delve into what they've been reading, watching, and listening to. No spoilers, of course. Also, check out Laramie's new novel: Haunt Me, Then. Below is an abbreviated list of the episode's recs: Books: Hex by Thomas Olde Heuvelt Something in the Walls by Daisy Pearce In the Miso Soup by Ryu Murakami Trad Wife by Saratoga Schaefer Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle Other recs: Alpha (movie) Battle of Fates (show) The Burbs (show) Coherence (movie) Needful Things (movie) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Definitive Stephen King Book Ranking: #52-47
Apr 2401:56:51Tap to summarizeBehold, The Definitive Stephen King Book Ranking! In the following months, the Losers will countdown Stephen King's published novels -- specifically, novels (no collections) -- from worst to best. For April, they're finally cracking into the top 50. Harder decisions, harder revelations, and harder discussions. Don't forget to return next month when their journey continues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Caroline Bicks on Her Year of Fear with Stephen King
Apr 1700:56:23Tap to summarizeThe Losers' Club producer and co-host Randall Colburn sits down with author Caroline Bicks to discuss her highly anticipated new book, Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King. Named the University of Maineʼs inaugural Stephen E. King Chair in Literature, Bicks became the first scholar to be granted exclusive access to King's private archives -- a huge coup and one that certainly turned our heads at the Derry Public Library. Together, they discuss the expectations vs the reality of the archives, how King’s work and themes have evolved, bucket list stories to sift through, and much much more. Fans of our Stephen King Archives series in The Barrens will delight in this episode. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Sometimes They Come Back Movie Review
Apr 1002:15:10Tap to summarizeThe Losers revisit their old hometown of Liberty, Missouri to celebrate 35 years of Sometimes They Come Back. Together, Mike, Jenn, and Caffrey discuss the changes from page to (small) screen, the stylish direction of Tommy McLoughlin, the era of TV movies, and whether or not Tim Matheson was knocked aside by Rockin' Rob Lowe. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →What Will Be Stephen King's Final Book?
Apr 302:00:49Tap to summarizeThe Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like: "Which Stephen King story should Tim Robinson adapt?"; "Which King book did you read at a impactful time of your life?"; "If you found yourself in a Freaky Friday situation and had to switch bodies with any Stephen King character, who ya picking?"; and more. They also digress on their current reading habits, the possibility of new merch, whether either of us wants to write our own book (we have), and our fandom for David Lynch and The X-Files. Want to ask them a question on the next Bag of Bones episode? Become a patron at www.patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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