May 29

The Definitive Stephen King Book Ranking: #46-41

Behold, 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 aro ... Show More

2 h

May 27

CrichtonCast: A Murder in Hollywood (Patreon Clip)

Here'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. S ... Show More

10m 56s

May 15

"Before the Play" and The Overlook Hotel

The 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 AdsW ... Show More

1h 52m

Sep 2025

Spicy Book Confessions: Tropes vs. Plot, Special Edition FOMO & more

BookTok isn’t just about swooning over annotated romances and sprayed-edge hardcovers — it’s also the internet’s hottest arena for bookish debates. In this episode we’re spilling the tea on the spiciest takes lighting up your For You page: from the rise of “spice over substance,” ... Show More

23m 12s

Jun 2025

Book Club: Phantasma – A Dark Fantasy Romance

Book Club: Phantasma – A Dark Fantasy Romance is officially in review and Taryn and Tiff are bringing the heat (because NYC is basically hell’s front porch right now). The girls break down the plot, spill on their takes, pros and cons, and—per usual—go off-script with hilarious p ... Show More

51m 46s

Mar 2019

119 - The Dark Side of the Tomb

We begin the chilling chapter “Fog on the Barrow-downs” on the hobbits’ last morning in the house of Tom Bombadil and Goldberry. Soon they must be off again and into the haunted hills beyond; but they should be safe if they just keep to the west side of the barrows and get out of ... Show More

1h 24m

May 2025

EP180 | Why Babylon is a masterpiece and Robert De Niro is overrated | PULP KITCHEN PODCAST

In this episode, we read out your hottest takes and dive into them. Is Babylon actually a masterpiece? And what’s the deal with Robert De Niro? As always, we wrap things up with a game. <hr> Hosted on Acast. S ... Show More

1h 32m

Sep 2024

'The Rings of Power' Season 2 Mini-Mailbag

The journey is best not ventured alone. Thankfully Jo and Mal are here to answer all of your burning questions about this upcoming season of 'The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power.' Join them as they discuss meet-cutes, who might become a ring wraith, and even a little talk o ... Show More

1h 37m

Apr 2024

Office Hours — Bonus Bedtime Episode: Jennifer's Library

Jennifer from "Office Hours" is just finishing up her notes. She tucks you in and puts another log on the fire as the rain tap-taps against the roof.This podcast is intended for mature listeners…Headphones highly recommended.Can’t wait till the next episode drops? Want more spicy ... Show More

1h 2m

May 2019

"Who's da New King of Hell?" Season 4 Episode 10 'Lucifer' Review

As we draw to a close of season 4, Chloe finally admits her love for Lucifer and Vice Versa, unfortunately now that Dromos and Squee and ALL the demons are aware of Lucifer's intent to leave Hell forever, he must return to ensure that the prophecy does not come to fruition... but ... Show More

46m 16s

Oct 2024

All Dogs Go To Heaven with Adam Glass (S6EP8)

Writer and executive producer Adam Glass joins the conversation. We talk about creepy casting, the love of comic books, and why fans don't like dogs as bad guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

54m 37s

Unboxing Vintage Books' New Stephen King...