The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

Founded in 2017, The Losers’ Club® is an award-winning weekly series that chronologically digs through the work of Stephen King with humor, irreverence, and a critical eye. Each episode, the Losers gather together to read between the iconic pages and share the latest in King’s Dominion, whether it’s the author’s oft-controversial tweets, the boldest Hollywood headlines, or his endless forthcoming projects. The series also regularly features special guests. In the past, the Losers have spoken to Mike Flanagan, Thomas Jane, Tananarive Due, Chapo Trap House, Owen Teague, Mick Garris, Mary Lambert, Jerry O’Connell, Wil Wheaton, Joe Bob Briggs, and even King himself. Suitable for readers both Constant and casual. King says check us out. Edited by Kyle Orozovich. Music by The Most/Charlie Laurence. Produced by Michael Roffman and Randall Colburn.

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October 16, 2026 • 94 mins
The Losers give a non-spoiler preview of Stephen King and Peter Straub's highly anticipated third Talisman novel, Other Worlds Than These, now available in stores. Shortly after, literal Constant Reader Patton Oswalt -- as he lends his voice to the audiobook -- stops by to discuss his journey through King's Dominion. Note: For the full book episode, you can join The Barrens at patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...
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All eight episodes of Mike Flanagan's Carrie are now streaming on Amazon Prime. Fortunately for you, Constant Listeners, the Losers were able to binge it all weeks ago. Haven't finished it yet? Have no fear: This episode features one section with no spoilers and another with a spoiler free-for-all. Join Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, and returning guest Julianne Clancy, Senior Director of Marketing at Vintage Books. Hosted by Simplec...
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October 2, 2026 • 78 mins
Did you know author Dennis Etchison was the first to take a crack at adapting The Mist for the silver screen? Sadly, that never manifested; however, it was used as the basis for ZBS Media's groundbreaking radio drama adaptation. Today, the Losers explore this curious artifact and weigh in on the what-ifs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal ...
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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 September, the Losers turn the key on killer cars, head to Mid-World (again), ride the lightning, and get all tied up. Spoilers? Mayhap, mayhap not. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our ...
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September 18, 2026 • 129 mins
We're weeks out from the release of Stephen King and Peter Straub's highly anticipated third Talisman novel Other Worlds Than These. In anticipation, the Losers dust off the two preceding tomes: 1984's The Talisman and 2001's Black House. Don't forget, we have full book episodes on both of these novels. This is more or less a primer for Constant Readers and Listeners alike. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm...
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September 15, 2026 • 10 mins
Oops! All Tangents is a free-flowin' conversation based on a topic either topical or submitted by our patrons.  In anticipation of Zach Cregger's Resident Evil, Mike, Randall, and Mac head to Raccoon City to talk about quite possibly the greatest horror title to ever grace a game system. Hear a clip now and get the full thing at patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for ...
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Randall and Jenn are back in the Stacks to preview spooky season's most intriguing books, including new releases from Gwendolyn Kiste, Alma Katsu, Tanavarie Due, Stephen Graham Jones, and Jane Schoenbrun, as well as nonfiction titles about Rod Serling, the Loch Ness Monster, and the town that inspired Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." So many books. Then they share some non-spoilery takes on what they're currently ...
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In a new series, the Losers will be exploring the Dollar Baby world by interviewing filmmakers who’ve been through the process. In this episode, Julia Marchese and Jenn Adams speak to filmmaker Paul Inman who adapted Everything's Eventual short story "That Feeling, You Can Only Say What It Is in French" for the program in 2021. They also discuss their forthcoming plans for KingCon and a new anthology book with fellow Club pal...
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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 August, the Losers cycle through a few more novels before getting lost in the woods with some underrated gems in the King canon. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use ...
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An Unofficial Stephen King Adaptation is a horror story that feels indebted to King’s work in some way, whether spiritually connected through subject or monster, or treading similar thematic ground. In the latest Patreon exclusive episode, Jenn, Justin, Dan, and Julia name their favorite Unofficial Stephen King adaptations and name connections to his body of work. Hear a clip now and get the full thing at patreon.com/thebarre...
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August 21, 2026 • 110 mins
The Summer of Straub continues as the Losers head to London and discuss Peter Straub's 1975 classic horror novel Julia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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August 17, 2026 • 160 mins
The Summer of Straub continues as we dust off our past Danse Macabre episode on Peter Straub's iconic 1979 horror novel Ghost Story. Originally recorded in May of 2022, return to Milburn, New York with Losers Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, Ana Marie Cox, and Justin Gerber as they chart the rise and fall of the literary horror wave of the '70s, debate the MVP of the Chowder Society, point out the literary influences, connect the dots ...
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Look, you don't have to tell us: We know Stephen King has written a lot of books. We've read them all! What still surprises us, though, are how many of those books are still collecting dust when it comes to Hollywood King. Join the Losers as they grab their dusters are take inventory on all the King novels that have yet to make the leap. Hear a clip now and get the full thing at patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...
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Losers Michael Roffman, Jenn Adams, and Randall Colburn return to Hollywood King where they discuss the latest developments in King's Dominion, specifically Mike Flanagan's Carrie, Sam Raimi's Desperation, Other Worlds Than These, celebrities ruining Oreos, and what exactly Cosm is and how it applies to Pennywise clown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and ...
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August 5, 2026 • 11 mins
The Losers continue their coverage of Stephen King's Entertainment Weekly column The Pop of King. This episode centers around his 2009 articles, which include: musings on 24, torture, Breaking Bad, his budding screen addiction, and websites with names like Retrocrush.com and PurpleSlinky.com. Oh, he also lowkey predicted streaming culture. Hear a clip now and get the full thing at patreon.com/thebarrens. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ad...
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The Summer of Straub begins! With Other Worlds Than These, the third Talisman novel, hitting bookshelves this October, the Losers will be taking some time to familiarize any new Constant Readers with the works of Stephen King's late partner-in-crime Peter Straub. This is an introduction to the man's work and legacy. Stay tuned for a book episode on Julia and a special "Twinner" episode on Talisman/Black House in the weeks leading u...
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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. Before July bleeds into August, the Losers dance right into the roaring '20s with some lengthy discussions on some of King's angriest and most surrealistic works. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information ...
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In a new series, the Losers will be exploring the Dollar Baby world by interviewing filmmakers who’ve been through the process. In this episode, we begin with our very own Julia Marchese who adapted the Night Shift tale “I Know What You Need.” Told through the lens of an after school special and filmed on location at the University of Maine, this haunting short film is an intimate portrayal of toxic love that over...

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Randall, Jenn, and Justo dive deep into The Stacks to discuss what they’re reading and binging, but first they preview upcoming horror books about man-eating wasps, witches, death fugues, and underwater cults from Chuck Tingle, Christopher Golden, Megan Bontrager, and others. A heated sidebar about “Goosebumps for adults” segues into spoiler-free reviews of multiple 2026 releases, including Caro Claire Burke&rsquo...
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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. To cap off June, the Losers crack into the 30s with some rough choices surrounding some of King's most fantastical works and a sequel that's as divisive as always with this group. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com...
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