On this episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff dive into the first novella of Different Seasons, “Rita Hayworth and Shawkshank Redemption”. Listen in as they cover both the book and movie and how hard it is to separate them, Andy as flesh and blood vs his myth and legend, how the concepts of time and hope play into the narrative, Josh calls Stephen King a cheater, CM defends a murderer, and Ben talks butts. It’s time to get busy living or get busy listening to Episode 9, “Send Me $500”.

On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff wraps up The Dark Half by watching the movie. Join in as they discuss Timothy Hutton’s method on playing Thad/George and the incredible details he put into playing both. Ben gets his wish seeing the story told as a mystery, how the small changes affect major character, the backstory the movie adds to the overall story, George Romero’s impact and thoughts on the project, and the best character from Part 1 makes a leap from book to screen. Get carried off into the void on Episode 8, “Timothy Huttons.”

On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, Ben leads the discussion on the dark half of The Dark Half. Join the DPR staff as they discuss the effects of humanizing a monster, Ben meets his new favorite character of all time, the excitement in parallel storytelling, what a badass Liz is, and how the final confrontation changes all their lives forever. Keep an eye out for psychopomps because this is Episode 7, “Chekov’s Scissors.”

On today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, Ben leads the discussion of the first half of The Dark Half! The DPR staff discusses the different tones when you follow two protagonists, how eye imagery impacts the story, Thad’s sad future, showing versus telling, and Josh gives the main character a nickname CM hates! Ask Momma if you believe this is Episode 6, “Thaddy Daddy.”

In this episode of Derry Public Radio, the DPR staff finishes the second half of Joyland. CM once again leads the discussion as the DPR staff covers Mike’s Shining, the surprising layers of Eddie Parks, Devin’s complex relationships with Annie and Mike, CM breaks down the Funhouse Killer’s victims, Josh talks sex, Ben continues his tradition of messing up character names, and our killer is revealed! All this and more on Derry Public Radio Episode 5, “Are Ghosts Dumb?”

In today’s episode of Derry Public Radio, your DPR staff heads to North Carolina’s premiere amusement park, Joyland. As they explore the first half of this Hard Case Crime novel, CM leads the discussion about how real and honest the characters feel, Josh’s strong feelings about the narrator’s voice, and Ben’s personal connection to the story. All this and more on Derry Public Radio Episode 4, “Let me be Baloo!”

The Derry Public Radio staff takes a break from reading as they watch the original “Carrie”. We also explore the other “Carrie” media including the remake, the sequel, and…. the musical! Join us as we cover our likes, dislikes, castings that could have been, and much more. Lastly we reveal our next book so that you can read along with us next episode and shout out to some of our great DPR fans!

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As we move into our new studio space (after the first one was blown up in a fit of telekinetic rage at our Episode 1 Post-Prom) Derry Public Radio discusses the second half of "Carrie". Join the DPR Staff in breaking down what makes Carrie so tragic, who is the true villain of the story, how many ways this story could have turned out different, and finally, the fate of Chamberline. You may notice a slight difference in sound quality while we work out the kinks. We're happy to report that any sound issues have since been resolved.

In the pilot episode of Derry Public Radio, meet the staff behind this Stephen King Podcast. Join us as we discuss hard hitting topics such as feminism, religion, and X-Men fan fiction.

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