Best Thomas Garris Podcasts (2024)

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The Tommyknockers Rules and Other Stephen King Hot Takes 1:43:47

28m ago1:43:47

1:43:47

The Losers once again find themselves in Hell where they're surrounded by the most scorching Stephen King hot takes they've read to date. Yes, we're back with another installment of Firestarters. For context, this feature sees the Club sift through hot takes submitted by their patrons -- Constant Readers just like you! Each one is classified as mil…

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Mapping Stephen King's Maine with Sharon Kitchens 1:19:28

6d ago1:19:28

1:19:28

As Constant Readers, we love to wander through King's Dominion, whether it's down the main street of Castle Rock or through the barrens outside of Derry. But Sharon Kitchens actually followed the footsteps of Stephen King, and she lived to tell the tale. Well, she lived to write the book! It's called Stephen King's Maine: A History & Guide, and it'…

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S4 EP3: Building a Culture of Diversity with Samantha Thomas-Berry 42:18

8d ago42:18

42:18

Creating an environment that empowers authenticity: Insights from Samantha Thomas Berry. Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', for another incredible discussion with special guest Samantha Thomas-Berry, VP of Global Talent and Chief Diversity Officer at Kellanova. – A pragmatic and authentic Human Resources leader wi…

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Stephen King's Earliest Stories with Bev Vincent 1:57:40

16d ago1:57:40

1:57:40

To celebrate the release of King’s latest shortest story collection You Like It Darker, we’re unlocking our premiere episode of The Stephen King Archives, our Patreon exclusive imprint in which your Losers search the vault of Stephen King material – dusting off unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, coffee-stained manuscripts, and al…

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Hollywood King: On The Running Man, The Long Walk, The Monkey, and Neil Young 2:11:39

21d ago2:11:39

2:11:39

Losers Randall, Justin, and Jenn are joined by LC OG Wolfman Mac (Halloweenies) to talk the latest developments in King's Dominion. That includes the news that Hollywood Hunk Glen Powell will star in Edgar Wright's The Running Man, Neon picking up Oz Perkins' adaptation of The Monkey, and Francis Lawrence's The Long Walk heading into production thi…

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Introducing: What's Ray Saying? 35:38

25d ago35:38

35:38

Meet Ray Christian. Some people call him a storyteller, historian, father. Shoot, if you’ve got the time, he could fill you in on everything he’s been called. But first and foremost, he’s a Black veteran from the rural South who finds himself floating between life in academia, public speaking, storytelling, parenting, and tending to the goats in hi…

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Finn 1:00:50

27d ago1:00:50

1:00:50

Today we're unlocking our "book episode" on Stephen King's e-book Finn. This was recorded in 2022 and is being unleashed today to celebrate the story being collected in his latest book: You Like It Darker. So, if you're reading that collection and you'd like to hear our thoughts on all 12 stories... good news. We have a full book episode already av…

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S4:EP2: Diversity, and Belonging in the Workplace: Insights from Garry Clarke-Strange 43:23

29d ago43:23

43:23

Driving Inclusion, Diversity, and Belonging in the Workplace: Insights from Garry Clarke-Strange Join Priya Bates and Advita Patel, co-founders of 'A Leader Like Me', in an enriching discussion with special guest Garry Clarke-Strange – a talent acquisition expert passion-driven about inclusivity and diversity. Garry the previous Head of Inclusion a…

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You Like It Darker (Patreon Clip) 14:40

30d ago14:40

14:40

Here's a clip from our latest Patreon-exclusive book episode that sees your Losers leave the path of the beam and jump ahead to Stephen King's newest novel You Like It Darker. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes …

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Mr. Mercedes TV Review 2:20:52

1M ago2:20:52

2:20:52

You've read the book, now watch the series! In this deep dive into the first season of Audience Network's Mr. Mercedes, Losers Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, Ashley Casseday, and Dan Pfleegor discuss the ways in which the show improves upon the source material, how a good performance can elevate a dud character, and the cultural turmoil of the tim…

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Introducing: We Disrupt This Broadcast 33:13

1M ago33:13

33:13

We Disrupt This Broadcast, a new podcast from The Peabody Awards and the Center for Media & Social Impact, features intimate interviews with award-winning television creatives shaping the future of entertainment with disruptive new narratives and fresh approaches. Join us as we explore how our favorite critically-acclaimed TV shows are re-imagining…

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S4:E1: Building a Culture Of Inclusivity featuring Courtney Williams from the Obama Foundation. 37:38

1M ago37:38

37:38

In this enlightening episode, hosts Priya Bates and Advita Patel chat with the remarkable Courtney Williams about building a culture of inclusivity and diversity. They reflect on their personal identities beyond professional achievements, stressing the importance of authenticity and the role of diverse perspectives in driving business success. The …

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Mr. Mercedes 3:12:03

2M ago3:12:03

3:12:03

After releasing The Colorado Kid and Joyland via the Hard Case Crime imprint, Stephen King made his grand debut into the world of hard-boiled crime fiction with Mr. Mercedes. The first in a trilogy, the 2014 novel introduced readers to Bill Hodges, a crusty, retired detective who finds his golden years interrupted by the taunts of a psychopathic ki…

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Carrie (2002) 2:34:34

2M ago2:34:34

2:34:34

The Losers close out April with another trip to prom with Carrie White, only this time there's no Brian De Palma, no Sissy Spacek, and no Amy Irving. Instead, they dial back to 2002, when NBC aired a new vision of Carrie that may or may not have been the backdoor pilot for a would-be TV series. Together they discuss Bryan Fuller's vision, the early…

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Doctor Sleep (Rerun) 3:04:35

2M ago3:04:35

3:04:35

The Losers head to Frazier, New Hampshire to review Stephen King's novel Doctor Sleep. Together, they weigh in on the True Knot, dirty dozens of dishes with poundcake, and argue whether King should have ever burned down The Overlook Hotel. Note: This episode was recorded in Fall of 2019 and is being re-published for our chronological read through. …

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Brian De Palma's Carrie with The Lady Killers 2:25:28

2M ago2:25:28

2:25:28

We interrupt our regular programming to give you a taste of The Lady Killers: A Feminine Rage Podcast. Our sister series -- featuring Jenn Adams, Sammie Kuykendall, Mae Schults, and Rocco Thompson -- celebrated the 50th anniversary of Stephen King's first novel by revisiting King's first adaptation. Brian De Palma's 1976 Oscar-nominated Carrie. Tog…

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S4:E0: Building a Culture of Inclusion with Priya and Advita (Bonus episode) 27:13

2M ago27:13

27:13

“We're focused on KPIs, we're focused on actually driving change, helping people through that change through the communications expertise. And it's really, it's all connected. And it's embedded,” - Priya Bates Welcome to a bonus episode of A Leader Like Me, where we launch our new season in which we'll be getting real about Building a culture of in…

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Stephen King's Carrie at 50 3:42:22

3M ago3:42:22

3:42:22

Fifty years ago today, Stephen King published his first novel, Carrie. A lot has changed since 1974 -- the world, the culture, King himself -- and yet his debut novel pervades. Half a century later, Carrie has become a trope, a story we all think about when we see the curious kid in the corner. It's been adapted, emulated, and influenced countless …

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Firestarters III: Your Stephen King Hot Takes (Patreon Clip) 9:55

3M ago9:55

9:55

Here's a clip from our recent installment of Firestarters in which the Losers leave The Shop and come face to face with some scorching Stephen King hot takes from all of their testy Constant Listeners. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens, and here’s the good news. We’ve done a…

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Joyland 3:14:57

3M ago3:14:57

3:14:57

The Losers head down to North Carolina for a summer job at Joyland. Together, they discuss Stephen King's second Hard Case Crime novel, weighing in on the era, the crime at the center, and how it connects to an iconic work in King's Dominion. Spiritually, of course. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choi…

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Stephen Graham Jones on The Angel of Indian Lake, Slasher Tropes, and Final Girls 1:01:39

3M ago1:01:39

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Today marks the release of Stephen Graham Jones' The Angel of Indian Lake, the final chapter of his Indian Lake Trilogy. To celebrate its release, co-host Jenn Adams joins Scare You to Sleep's Shelby Novak as they speak with Jones about final girls, slasher tropes, and more. Pick up The Angel of Indian Lake now at your local bookstore! Follow us on…

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The Dark Tower: The Wind Through the Keyhole 2:17:07

3M ago2:17:07

2:17:07

The Losers return to Mid-World to discuss the eighth and final (?) Dark Tower novel: 2012's The Wind Through the Keyhole. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Bloody FM

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The Rage: Carrie 2 Revisited 1:58:22

3M ago1:58:22

1:58:22

Lobstrosities is a Patreon-only segment of The Losers' Club that journeys into the barren wastelands of Stephen King movies and sequels. Today, in light of its 25th anniversary, the gang is unlocking their 2020 Lobstrosities episode on the 1999 sequel, The Rage: Carrie 2. Join Losers Michael Roffman, Randall Colburn, and Jenn Adams as they discuss …

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Fritz Kiersch's Children of the Corn 2:15:36

4M ago2:15:36

2:15:36

This month marks the 40th anniversary of Fritz Kiersch's Children of the Corn. Starring Peter Horton and Linda Hamilton, the 1984 adaptation largely ignored King's Night Shift story -- and his own screenplay -- in favor of a more rote entry in the slasher genre. Join the gang as they return to Gatlin, Nebraska to chart its leap from page to screen …

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The Best and Worst Stephen King Movie Sequels 1:36:41

4M ago1:36:41

1:36:41

The Losers untie another big ol' Bag of Bones and answer your questions. Questions like "How has Stephen King informed or influenced your personal vocabulary?", "What should be the first Stephen King adaptation for A24?", "Which Muppets would you cast for The Dark Tower?"; and "What are the three best and worst Stephen King sequels?". They also sha…

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Tales from the Darkside and Stephen King (Patreon Clip) 11:09

4M ago11:09

11:09

Here's a clip from our recent discussion on Tales from the Darkside, specifically Stephen King's entries. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes The Stephen King Archives, our Dark Tower Detour series, dozens of Ka-…

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Kingdom Hospital Miniseries Review 1:29:47

4M ago1:29:47

1:29:47

Nearly three decades ago, Stephen King stumbled upon a copy of Lars von Trier's Danish miniseries The Kingdom in a dusty Colorado video store. Roughly seven years later, ABC premiered Kingdom Hospital, the author's own take on von Trier's haunted hospital. While conceived as a miniseries, King was so excited about the project — developed alongside …

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'Salem's Lot (2004) Miniseries Review 2:17:23

4M ago2:17:23

2:17:23

The Losers return to a very familiar place: 'Salem's Lot. The only difference? Rob Lowe. Well, there are a lot of differences, and the gang goes into all of 'em. Follow along as they sink their teeth into this sprawling TNT miniseries update from 2004. Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Patreon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg…

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