The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

The Losers' Club discusses Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kölsch's Pet Sematary and talk to the two filmmakers themselves. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers talk to authors Tananarive Due and Steven Barnes about their history with Stephen King (which includes a little rock 'n' rolling), the enduring power of genre writing, society's need for horror, and the genre's exciting diverse future, particularly in the hands of Jordan Peele.Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers' Club talks to actress, writer, producer, director, and editor Amy Seimetz, who stars as Rachel Creed in Dennis Widmyer and Kevin Kölsch's Pet Sematary. Together, they discuss childhood superstitions, growing up with Scholastic horror, the understated romance of the ghastly horror novel, and which King tale she'd love to adapt herself. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The one and only Joe Bob Briggs joins the Losers in Austin, Texas during South by Southwest. Together, they discuss his big return to Shudder, the blockbuster state of horror, and, naturally, all things involving Stephen King. The legendary host offers his two cents on the "best" worst King movies, shares some hilarious anecdotes behind Mick Garris' The Stand, and explains why his King's stories will never truly die. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this small and brief episode, Losers Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn join fellow Loser Dan Caffrey down in Austin, Texas for this year's South by Southwest Festival. Together, they preview the content you'll be getting in the weeks ahead, but also share some Needful Tweets and roll through Hollywood King. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers gather around the television to revisit ABC's 1993 miniseries adaptation of The Tommyknockers. Chapters include: First Introductions, Derry Public Library (6:20), Heroes and Villains (16:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (44:00), The Sematary (52:00), Poundcake (58:00), King's Dominion (01:03:00), and Overall Thoughts (01:06:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers head into the woods of Haven to chase the balmy (misleading?) glow of Stephen King's 1987 sci-fi novel The Tommyknockers. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers celebrate Valentine's Day with Jack, Wendy, and Christine. They also share some Needful Tweets and visit Hollywood King, where they discuss a glutton's worth of news, from The Stand to Pet Sematary to a new novel by the Master of Horror. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (5:20), Hollywood King (21:00), Stephen King's Greatest Couples (1:38:00), and Outro (1:53:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers revisit the broken bones, nasty wounds, and uncompromising fates within King's Dominion. Prior to that, however, they'll share some Needful Tweets and roll on through Hollywood King. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (5:20), Hollywood King (21:00), Stephen King's Greatest Couples (1:38:00), and Outro (1:53:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers head to the Wilkes residence for a viewing of Rob Reiner's 1990 adaptation of Misery. Together, they discuss Kathy Bates' Oscar-winning performance, mull over the what-if castings of Paul Sheldon, and dream up some poundcake. Chapters include: Introduction, Derry Public Library (10:00), Heroes and Villains (38:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (1:31:00), The Sematary (1:44:00), Poundcake (1:55:00), King's Dominion (1:55:00), Final Thoughts (2:13:40), Outro (2:19:30) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers hobble through Stephen King’s icy 1987 novel, Misery. Together, they wrestle with the psychology of Annie Wilkes, debate King's meta-relationship with his readers, and reflect on how the novel says so much about fandom today. Chapters include: Introductions, History/Synopsis/The Hook (27:00), Structure and Format (1:17:00), Heroes and Villains (1:37:00), Misery (2:10:30), The Sematary (2:27:00), Word Processor of the Gods (2:43:00), Poundcake! (2:52:00), King’s Dominion (3:00:00), Overall Thoughts (3:05:30), and Outro (3:15:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | InstagramHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers celebrate 100 episodes with their second annual Kingmas. So, grab some candy canes, pour out some egg nog, and join them as they dive into Needful Tweets, take a quick visit to Hollywood King, and empty out a big ol' Bag of Bones. For a special bonus, Coach Hop singer-songwriter Charlie Honderick tags along and offers an incredible anecdote involving Sai King himself. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (6:25), Hollywood King (24:30), Bag of Bones (42:35), Interview with Charlie Honderick (2:09:45), and our 100th Outro (2:31:00). Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers return to Mid-World as they continue their epic quest with Stephen King’s 1987 sequel, The Dark Tower II: The Drawing of the Three. Chapters include: Introductions/History/Synopsis, The Hook (15:00), Structure and Format (17:00), Heroes and Villains (24:30), Misery (1:13:30), Word Processor of the God (1:19:00), The Sematary (1:28:00), Poundcake! (1:37:00), King’s Dominion (1:42:00), Room 237 (1:50:00), Adaptations (1:52:30), Overall Thoughts (2:09:00), and Outro (2:16:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers turn the spotlight back on the world of collectors in King's Dominion. Keeping the series alive, Michael Roffman chats with Jason Pellegrini, who's not only amassed an incredible collection of books, but has published some himself. Together, the two discuss King's influence over his own work, the Funko addiction, and why Needful Things may be the underrated King classic. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers share some Needful Tweets, visit Hollywood King, share their thoughts on King's new "novel" Elevation, and celebrate another Kingsgiving. Topics include: AMC's Breaking Bad movie, the liberal use of "amazing", the recent Pet Sematary trailer, and much, much more. Chapters include: Intro, Needful Tweets (8:00), Hollywood King (38:00), Elevation (1:19:00), Kingsgiving (1:46:00), and Outro (1:58:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Good ol' Michael "Trashmouth" Roffman rings up director Tommy Lee Wallace to talk about his 1990 miniseries adaptation for Stephen King's It. Together, they discuss the evolution of television, the genius of Tim Curry's Pennywise, and the cultural reevaluation of Halloween III: Season of the Witch. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers head to the living room and revisit Tommy Lee Wallace's iconic 1990 miniseries adaptation of It. Together, they debate which Loser was a winner, the timeless horror of Tim Curry, and the severe lack of poundcake. Chapters include: Introduction, Derry Public Library (20:25), Heroes and Villains (1:13:00), Nightmares and Dreamscapes (2:34:30), The Sematary (2:46:00), Poundcake (2:52:00), King's Dominion (2:55:00), Final Thoughts (2:59:00), and Outro (3:06:30) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers hop on the turtle for the sixth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they close the book for good by wading through the sewers of "Part 5: The Ritual of Chüd" and "Derry: The Last Interlude". Chapters include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (5:25), The Ritual of Bëv. (1:37:00), Heroes and Villains Continued (1:50:00), Misery (2:09:00), The Sematary (2:17:30), Word Processor of the Gods (2:29:00), Poundcake (2:39:30), King's Dominion (2:44:00), Final Thoughts (2:49:40), and Outro (3:02:00).Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers pick up some sharp rocks and test their aim for the fifth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they explore smoke holes and haunted fridges as they flip over to Part 4: July of 1958 and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The Fourth Interlude. Chapters include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (8:29), Misery (1:57:00), The Sematary (2:10:30), Word Processor of the Gods (2:26:00) Poundcake (2:38:00), King's Dominion (2:50:00), and Outro (2:55:30) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Losers grab their Wayfarers and head back to the '80s for the fourth episode revolving around Stephen King's 1986 epic. Together, they get some grub at the Jade and walk it off around town as they chew on Part 3: Grownups and Mike Hanlon's Derry: The Third Interlude. Chapter include: Introduction, Heroes and Villains (8:04), Misery (1:40:30), The Sematary (1:48:00), Word Processor of the Gods (1:55:30), Poundcake (2:12:00), King's Dominion (2:17:00), Things We Glean Along the Beam (2:21:00), and Outro (2:22:00) Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | PatreonHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.