Derry Public Radio - A Stephen King Podcast

Welcome to the basement of the Derry Civic Center. Pay no mind to the strange sounds coming from behind the Unfound Door. It’s just your ka-tet, who are here to provide you with a variety of perspectives on Stephen King’s work – ranging from the comfortably familiar to the frighteningly fanatic. Derry Public Radio is here to keep you up-to-date with all that’s happening in Derry, Maine and “beyond.” Check us out on Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/derrypublicradio. Your support helps us keep the studio lights on!

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292 episodes
Updated July 19
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Jan 14, 2021 · 36 min
The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 4 "The House of the Dead"
Derry Public Radio sits down to talk about their thoughts and feelings on episode 4 of The Stand from CBS All Access, "The House of the Dead". Spoilers ahead!
Jan 10, 2021 · 1 hr 10 min
Episode 77 – Christine Pt.1 – “The Marsten House of Cars”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Christine” chosen by Brad Hann. Tune in as we discuss CM’s pun game, the effect the shift in narrators provides, a classic car meet-cute, the way our first impression of Arnie’s parents sets a tone for their relationship, Stephen King’s best description of a “fat angry King character”, Dennis’ weird family dynamic, the horrific history of Christine, a brutal accident takes a character out of the equation, and Christine gets her first taste of revenge. Get ready to cruise into Episode 77, “The Marsten House of Cars”.
Jan 7, 2021 · 36 min
The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 3 "Blank Page"
Derry Public Radio sits down to talk about their thoughts and feelings on episode 3 of The Stand from CBS All Access, "Blank Page". Spoilers ahead!
Dec 31, 2020 · 32 min
The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 2 "Pocket Savior"
Derry Public Radio sits down to talk about their thoughts and feelings on episode 2 of The Stand from CBS All Access, "Pocket Savior". Spoilers ahead!
Dec 27, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
A Merry Derry Christmas 2020
Derry Public Radio returns with a fan favorite bonus episode! A Merry Derry Christmas Special! Join in as we play some of our favorite yearly games with some new twists and listener submitted questions. Thank you all for your support through the wild ride that has been 2020! It has been a challenge for us at DPR but we made the best of it! So it’s time to goof off and celebrate together. We wish you a happy holiday and hope you enjoy "A Merry Derry Christmas Special 2020".
Dec 27, 2020 · 58 min
Episode 76 – Autopsy Room 4 – “Nothing Beats a Penis”
This week Derry Public Radio is joined by special guest, Illeagle86, one of the hosts of the Online Warriors Podcast! We took a quick detour during our COVID spike to talk about the short story, “Autopsy Room 4” from “Everything’s Eventual”. Tune in as we discuss CM’s alternate naming options for this story, the power of nicknames, the worst hospital staff ever, the nightmarish play by play of an autopsy, cringing eyeball talk, the importance of Howard’s penis, and one of the best ending notes of all time. Snap on your rubber gloves and get a grip on Episode 76, “Nothing Beats a Penis”.
Dec 20, 2020 · 28 min
The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 1 "The End"
Derry Public Radio sits down to talk about their thoughts and feelings on episode 1 of The Stand from CBS All Access, "The End". Spoilers ahead!
Dec 13, 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 75 – Needful Things Pt. 5 – "A Real Duelogy"
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join us as we discuss the impossible task of adapting such a massive story, the odd choice in special effects, the overall lack of subtlety, the epic Nettie/Wilma fight, a third act boat, and the puzzling choice to make a villain the hero. We lay Castle Rock to rest with Episode 75, “A Real Duelogy”.
Nov 29, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min
Episode 74 – Needful Things Pt. 4 – “The Calvin and Hobbs of High Explosives”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join the discussion as we cover Gaunt’s plan leaving nothing to chance, the reveal of what our characters Needful Things truly are, Alan puts the final pieces together, Gaunt’s true form is revealed, our villain dream team is formed, the battle of Catholics VS Baptists comes to a head, an unexpected hero moment, and we finally get the face-off we’ve been waiting for all book long! We’re in the final hours of Castle Rock and this is Episode 74, “The Calvin and Hobbs of High Explosives”.
Nov 15, 2020 · 1 hr 16 min
Episode 73 – Needful Things Pt. 3 – “Rice is the Best Thing”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Tune in as we discuss the return of the Bad Boy of Castle Rock, Ace Merrill, the dark path of Brian Rusk, the plethora of Lovecraft references, CM reveals her hate of slapstick, Leland Gaunt reaches a new level of evil, and the dominos come crashing down in the final chapter of this reading. We teach you the truth of value on Episode 73, “Rice is the Best Thing”.
Nov 1, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
Episode 72 – Needful Things Pt. 2 – "Mr. Gaunt Likey"
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Join the discussion as we cover the breakneck pace, how Gaunt shares a lot of distinct traits with another legendary King villain, Polly’s secret backstory, crossing the line from pranks to crimes, Gaunt’s plan takes shape as Nettie and Wilma’s arc comes to a head, Alan’s police skills on display, and CM performs a dramatic reading. Violation: Not listening to Episode 72, “Mr. Gaunt Likey”.
Oct 18, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
Episode 71 – Needful Things Pt. 1 – “He’s Doing WHAT to Her?!”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “Needful Things” chosen by Joel Jones. Tune is as Josh celebrates his return to his very first King book, the best Foreword ever, the introduction of one of King’s best villains, the secret underbelly of Castle Rock, the perfect pacing of ominous subtlety, and way more sex talk than you’d expect, even for us. We’ve got what you’re looking for in Episode 71, “He’s Doing WHAT to Her?!”
Oct 15, 2020 · 49 min
Derry Public Radio Interviews Filmmaker Julia Marchese
CM and Josh are back with a bonus episode where we talked to actress, writer, filmmaker, and film programmer, Julia Marchese. Julia recently acquired the rights to her very own Dollar Baby, the short story "I Know What You Need", which can be found in Night Shift. Join us as we discuss Julia's unique plan for this film, her love of all things Stephen King, other horror favorites, and her Indiegogo campaign! Julia Marchese is a filmmaker, actor, podcaster, cinephile and film programmer living in Hollywood, California. Her first film was the award winning documentary Out of Print about the importance of revival cinema and 35mm exhibition to culture, and she is currently the co-host of the popular horror podcast Horror Movie Survival Guide. She is currently fundraising for her Dollar Baby short film "I Know What You Need", based on Stephen King's story of the same name from Night Shift. The campaign runs until October 24,2020. You can find her on twitter, facebook and instagram.
Oct 11, 2020 · 1 hr 32 min
Derry Public Radio Interviews Filmmaker Ian Klink
Josh and CM got the opportunity recently to sit down with Filmmaker, Ian Klink. Ian was the recipient of a “Dollar Baby” for “The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands”. Join us as we discuss where his Stephen King fandom began, his passion for filmmaking, what the Dollar Baby process is like, the challenges of an adaptation, and what the process taught him. Enjoy as Derry Public Radio interviews Ian Klink. Ian Klink was born in Camanche, Iowa and grew up in several cities from river to river in Iowa. After graduating in 2003 from North Scott High School in Eldridge, Iowa he earned his Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Aurora University and his Master of Arts in Film and Television from Savannah College of Art and Design. As a filmmaker and artist, he has directed films and theatre, many throughout the Quad City area, including his thesis film adaption of Stephen King’s ‘The Man Who Would Not Shake Hands’ and recently ‘No Exit’ on stage. Currently he is filming the feature film ‘Any Woman’s Blues.’ Klink shares his talents as a teacher of digital media design and film and video production at MOT Charter High School in Middletown, Delaware.
Oct 5, 2020 · 1 hr
Episode 70 – The Colorado Kid Pt. 2 – “Please, No one Murder CM”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “The Colorado Kid” chosen by Bryant Burnette. Join us as Ben creates another new segment to the show, how this book plays on genre expectations, finding satisfaction with not knowing, the Maine accent, the insane timeline before The Kid’s death is revealed, the final unanswered question, and why this story has been kept secret. We’re telling the story of this story in our story of Episode 70, “Please, No one Murder CM”.
Sep 20, 2020 · 56 min
Episode 69 – The Colorado Kid Pt. 1 – “That Very Poetic Image"
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with “The Colorado Kid” chosen by Bryant Burnette. Join us as Ben introduces a “new segment”, the idyllic backdrop of Moose-Lookit Island, the way Vince and Dave mentor Stephanie, how King came to write the story, the framing device of this story, the formula of a mystery, and when a story isn’t a story. Grab a Coke and take a seat on the porch for Episode 69, “That Very Poetic Image”.
Sep 6, 2020 · 1 hr 8 min
Episode 68 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 4 – “Between a Rock and a Gard Place”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series covering the miniseries of The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss the drastic changes to Gard’s character, the way the theme of addiction was brought to the forefront, the great design of the inventions, the baffling exterior ship design, a dramatic reenactment with Josh and Ben, the best and worst deaths, the amazing set design of the Shed, and the crazy alternate finale from the book. Prepare for that 90’s green glow on Episode 68, “Between a Rock and a Gard Place”.
Aug 23, 2020 · 1 hr 11 min
Episode 67 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 3 – “Just Like the Matrix”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with Book Three of The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss Ben’s new cat’s thoughts, Sissy’s cartoonish behavior, CM crushes the metal protection logic, the Shed and the Ship are revealed, the mechanics of teleportation, we discover what Tommyknockers actually are, Haven becomes closed off from the outside world, and whether or not Gard’s story has come full circle. We get out of this world on Episode 67, “Just Like the Matrix”.
Aug 2, 2020 · 1 hr 6 min
Episode 66 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 2 – “Classic Book Argument”
This week Derry Public Radio continues their Patreon Selection Series with Book Two of The Tommyknockers. Tune in as we discuss this history of Haven, the book's complete change of format, the best/worst magic show ever, how hardcore Ruth McCausland can be, the flaw in the metal plate theory, the downfall of naming things, how dumb the Tommyknockers plans are, Gard puts some final pieces together, and CM commits the first cardinal sin of the podcast. We get closer to Becoming on Episode 66, “Classic Book Argument”.
Jul 26, 2020 · 58 min
Episode 65 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 1 – “I’m Getting a Dog”
This week Derry Public Radio puts their face masks on and returns to the studio together! We get back into our Patreon Reader Selections with The Tommyknockers. Join us as we discuss the inspiration behind the story, how Bobbi changes so quickly, the insane vet scene, we get real about addiction, way too much nuclear energy talk, a King crossover, alien inventions, Jim’s rampant hypocrisy, and Bango Skank! Prepare to lose time on Episode 65, “I’m Getting a Dog”.

Derry Public Radio - A Stephen King Podcast

The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 4 "The House of the Dead"

Episode 77 – Christine Pt.1 – “The Marsten House of Cars”

The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 3 "Blank Page"

The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 2 "Pocket Savior"

A Merry Derry Christmas 2020

Episode 76 – Autopsy Room 4 – “Nothing Beats a Penis”

The Sit: Recapping The Stand - Episode 1 "The End"

Episode 75 – Needful Things Pt. 5 – "A Real Duelogy"

Episode 74 – Needful Things Pt. 4 – “The Calvin and Hobbs of High Explosives”

Episode 73 – Needful Things Pt. 3 – “Rice is the Best Thing”

Episode 72 – Needful Things Pt. 2 – "Mr. Gaunt Likey"

Episode 71 – Needful Things Pt. 1 – “He’s Doing WHAT to Her?!”

Derry Public Radio Interviews Filmmaker Julia Marchese

Derry Public Radio Interviews Filmmaker Ian Klink

Episode 70 – The Colorado Kid Pt. 2 – “Please, No one Murder CM”

Episode 69 – The Colorado Kid Pt. 1 – “That Very Poetic Image"

Episode 68 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 4 – “Between a Rock and a Gard Place”

Episode 67 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 3 – “Just Like the Matrix”

Episode 66 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 2 – “Classic Book Argument”

Episode 65 – The Tommyknockers Pt. 1 – “I’m Getting a Dog”