As my new season begins, I close the book on Paramount+ ‘s adaptation of The Stand, and start talking about this year’s Oscars. Who will win? Who should win? Listen to find out. And stay tuned for Part 2!--- This episode is sponsored by ·

The Stand, Episode 9, The Circle Closes

Feb 12th, 2021 38m 23s

Well, what do we have here? It’s the coda episode of CBS All Access’s adaptation of The Stand, written by the man himself! Ole Steve King has come by to give us a little Last Temptation of Franny, and a safety drill on well maintenance. Flagg i

The Stand, Episode 8, ‘The Stand’

Feb 5th, 2021 49m 26s

It’s the penultimate episode of CBS Access’s adaptation, and ladies & gentlemen we finally have a title! Also, Lloyd does not like Glen’s opening statement, a birth does not go well, Randall Flagg’s dance game is on point; Kojak is a great wing

The Stand, Episode 7, The Walk

Jan 29th, 2021 57m 51s

This week we bid a fond farewell to Mother A, Hawk, and to Nadine’s sanity. A lot of characters are left in precarious positions; we are reminded to render unto Caesar that which is Caesar’s; we ask ourselves are you a Harold or a Larry, and I

The Stand, Episode Six, The Vigil

Jan 22nd, 2021 59m 59s

Trashcan Man shows up, and we find out that Ezra Miller is making CHOICES with his performance and I cannot say I hated it? (Unlike everyone else apparently) You know who’s also making choices this episode? Harold Emory Lauder, that’s who, and

The Stand, Episode 5, Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas

Jan 15th, 2021 46m 35s

We finally see what all the fuss is about over there in New Vegas. It seems like it’s a nice family place (if you’re the Manson Family). You’ve also got Mother A talking about choices, Harold going a little too far with a nanny cam, gladiator p

The Stand Watch, Episode 4, The House of The Dead

Jan 8th, 2021 59m 1s

Hello Constant Readers. This week I first touch briefly on real life events, because how could I not, then talk a bit about my reaction as a new listener to a Stephen King podcast (The Loser’s Club) and what happens when you have a negative rea

The Stand Watch: Episode 2 (Pocket Savior) & Episode 3 (Blank Pages)

Jan 2nd, 2021 59m 36s

Digging deep into the next two episodes of The Stand. Listen as I expound on “Is Lucy necessary?” and “Have we actually seen Nadine portrayed on screen before this show?” and “Can the Lincoln Tunnel sequence be done and should we even try?” Is

THE STAND, Episode 1, The End, CBS ALL ACCESS

Dec 18th, 2020 32m

I give initial thoughts about my feelings about the first episode of The Stand, and it’s a positive vibe all around. Obv to be listened to after one has seen the episode. There’s some Billy Joel talk, some Tommy Cruise musing, and maybe a menti

THE SHINING Commentary, Part 3!

Oct 31st, 2020 42m 26s

We end our trip to the Overlook the only way we know how—with bloody murderous violence. And cake!

THE SHINING Commentary, Part 2!

Oct 31st, 2020 56m 14s

This is Jack’s cabin fever. There are many cabin fevers out there, but this is his own.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

THE SHINING Commentary, Part One

Oct 31st, 2020 59m 12s

Travel with me as we hunker down for a long winter at the Overlook Hotel. It’s a nice place in the middle of nowhere, the walls leak blood, dead twins come out of nowhere, it’s the perfect place to conquer your “writer’s block”.

SLEEPAWAY CAMP Commentary, Part 2!

Oct 17th, 2020 51m 17s

We finish of Sleepaway Camp, ending on a surprisingly somber note.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

SLEEPAWAY CAMP Commentary!

Oct 17th, 2020 1h

In a first of two parts, listen as I watch the Shocktober classic Sleepaway Camp, and provide the most vital commentary you will ever hear!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Bonus

EMMY ROUNDUP!

Sep 21st, 2020 32m 16s

It’s baby’s first minisode! Listen as I briefly(?) give my thoughts on this year’s Emmy Awards.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

DO YOU EVEN QUARANTINE, BRO?

Sep 20th, 2020 59m 40s

How do you self-care in these horrific horrible times? I go through a few things I’ve been doing to emotionally salve myself. Chin up, guys.

Emmy Nominations Rundown!

Jul 29th, 2020 1h 1m

Which nominees made me happy? Which perplexed me? What snubs happened? Listen and see!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Going to Towne

Jul 16th, 2020 54m 38s

Finishing up my 2 part look at Chinatown by way of Sam Wasson’s fantastic book, and centering on the career of screenwriter Robert Towne. Who is Edward Taylor? Who is Julie Payne? And what do they have to do with the myth of Towne as Hollywood’

What We Talk About When We Talk About Roman Polanski.

Jul 9th, 2020 52m 12s

An intro to me and this podcast, what should you expect from this thing, what am I reading now, a little song a little dance, a little seltzer down my pants.