Synopsis
AMC's hit show The Walking Dead is a thrilling zombie epic, and we're stoked! We're your hosts, Jason and Karen, and we love all things that shamble, lurch, and crave brrrrrraaaaaaaiiiiinnnssss! We're proud to be the #1 Walking Dead podcast and winner of best Entertainment podcast in the 2013 People's Choice Podcast Awards. Guests on our show have included Andrew Lincoln (Rick), Norman Reedus (Daryl), Danai Gurira (Michonne), Steven Yeun (Glenn), Scott Wilson (Hershel), Lauren Cohan (Maggie), Chandler Riggs (Carl), Chad L. Coleman (Tyreese), Sarah Wayne Callies (Lori), Laurie Holden (Andrea), writer/creator Robert Kirkman, special effects guru Greg Nicotero, and showrunner Scott Gimple. Jump on board and celebrate The Walking Dead with us! Find out more at www.walkingdeadcast.com.
Episodes
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284: "Mercy" (S8E1)
24/10/2017 Duration: 01h55minIt's the season 8 premiere! The war begins. Lots to dig in to. Join Jason and Karen as we do just that. As a bonus, we talk with with Lauren Wilson, chef and writer of The Walking Dead: The Official Cookbook and Survival Guide. Would you like to bake up a batch of Carol's beet and acorn cookies? How about some good berry cobbler, straight out of the Kingdom? Now you can! The book is available now wherever you buy books. Here's our Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Walking-Dead-Official-Cookbook-Survival/dp/1683830784/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1509173581&sr=8-2&keywords=lauren+wilson+amazon This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Thanks to all you guys! Next month we're offering a free month of access to our Patreon-exlusive FB group as TWD S8 begins. Check facebook.com/deadcast if you want in. This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. Go to fractureme.com/podc
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283: "Things Bad Begun" & "Sleigh Ride" (FTWD:S3E15&16)
17/10/2017 Duration: 01h40minThis week on FTWD, Jeremiah Otto's zombie hand burst out of a grave and grabbed Madison! And some other stuff happened. Actually, a TON of really impactful, shocking, incredible stuff happened. Amazing finale! Join Jason, Cindi, and Duncan as we cover it thoroughly, and say farewell to FTWD for awhile. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Thanks to all you guys! Next month we're offering a free month of access to our Patreon-exlusive FB group as TWD S8 begins. Stay tuned for more info. Enter our lates "Who Dies First" contest before next week's premiere to win cool prizes. I'll post instructions at facebook.com/deadcast. This episode brought to you by: HelloFresh: Delicious ingredients you’ll love to eat, simple recipes you’ll live to cook. For $30 off your first week of deliveries, visit hellofresh.com and enter DEADCAST30 when you subscribe! If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-332
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282: "El Matadero" (FTWD:S3E14)
11/10/2017 Duration: 01h12minI (Jason) was hoping Nick was on the straight and narrow for good, and thinking it would be a real drag on several levels if he relapsed, but you might be surprised by Cindi's and my reaction (or maybe not...). I know this ep was polarizing for you guys. Listen in as we break it all down! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Thanks to all you guys! Even $1 or $2 a month helps a lot. Would you chip in a buck or two a month to keep all this going? Don't forget to check out the Robot Chicken Walking Dead Special! Mandatory viewing ;) http://www.adultswim.com/videos/robot-chicken/walking-dead-special-look-whos-walking/ If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes.
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281: "This Land Is Your Land" (FTWD:S3E13)
03/10/2017 Duration: 01h04minFTWD feels like a zombie show again! Like a horror movie!! And also, people are being VERY STUPID!!! :P Hmm... yeah, a bit uneven this week. Join Cindi and Jason for a heaping helping of criticism with some hot buttered praise on the side. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Chip in a buck or two and you can take part in the upcoming call-in show (Tues Oct 10, 5p PT) where I'll tell you how I royally embarrassed myself on stage in front of four WD actors :P Oops. This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. Go to fractureme.com/podcast and click The Walking Dead 'Cast. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/it
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280: "Brother's Keeper" (FTWD:S3E12)
26/09/2017 Duration: 01h14minThis episode managed to have a lot of great, significant character and action moments while still feeing a bit stale. We (Jason, Cindi, and Rima) really dug into it though, and I think we all liked it better as a result. Join us! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Even $1 or $2 a month helps a lot. Would you chip in a buck or two a month to keep all this going? This episode brought to you by: Audible: Audible content includes an unmatched selection of audiobooks, original audio shows, news, comedy, and more. Get a free audiobook with a 30-day trial at audible.com/deadcast. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. And don't forget to use our Amazon link, walk
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279: "La Serpiente" (FTWD:S3E11)
19/09/2017 Duration: 55minSome great classic zombie action in the sewers this week! Plus some manipulations and machinations, some reunions, and even a happy ending of sorts (for now at least). We liked it! Join Jason, Cindi, and special guest Ryan Gray of MedicalSchoolHQ.net for the run down! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! Our exclusive 90-minute It-focused podcast episode is up and available to all Patreon supporters at any level. Our next call-in show (with Jason and Karen) will be on Thurs, Sep 21 at 5pm Pacific. Join us! This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. Go to fractureme.com/podcast and click The Walking Dead 'Cast. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Pod
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278: "Minotaur" & "The Diviner" (FTWD:S3E9&10)
12/09/2017 Duration: 01h31minFTWD is back, and we thought these couple of episodes had a slow start but had some great moments, some unpleasant ones, and some great unpleasant ones! :) Join Jason and Duncan as we talk it all out. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! Some Patreon news: Our exclusive It-focused podcast episode will be available within a day or so to all Patreon supports at any level. Our next call-in show (with Jason and Karen) will be on Thurs, Sep 21 at 5pm Pacific. Join us! In November, we'll be offering a free trial to be apart of our FB group where we chat about all the shows we love and pretty much whatever else crosses our minds! Email brains@podcastica.com if you want to join us! To pledge your support and take part in any or all of that, go to patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Links from this episode: Strange Indeed, a Stranger Things Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/strange-indeed-a-stranger-things-podcast/id1279015480?
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277: George Romero Tribute w/ Arnold T. Blumberg (Doctor of the Dead)
07/09/2017 Duration: 01h04minHere it is, our tribute to the father of the modern zombie (and the reason why The Walking Dead and this podcast exists), George A. Romero. Join me and Dr. Arnold T. Blumberg, a.k.a. Doctor of the Dead, as we talk about Mr. Romero's career. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you. Our next call-in show (with Jason and Karen) will be on Thurs, Sep 21 at 5pm Pacific. Join us! Links: Dr. Arnold T. Blumberg a.k.a. Doctor of the Dead: https://twitter.com/DoctoroftheDead?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Red, White, and Who: The Story of Doctor Who in America: http://www.atbpublishing.com/product/red-white-and-who-the-story-of-doctor-who-in-america/ Original TWD artist Tony Moore draws Glenn's demise :( https://www.instagram.com/p/BYjKRrMlejr/?taken-by=coloneltonymoore This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. Go to fractureme.com/podcast and click T
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276: Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window
30/08/2017 Duration: 01h12minTons of Walking Dead news in this ep, and Karen and I had a lot of fun getting back to podcasting basics this week, so you should listen even if you don't care about Alfred Hitchcock movies. But if you do, even better! 'Cuz we also covered the classic Jimmy Stewart, Grace Kelly, Hitchcock-directed thriller Rear Window (which we both totally recommend watching if you haven't seen it yet, even if you don't think you'd be interested)! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! Sign up by August 11 to take part in our next call-in show! Links: Listener Wendy's beautiful digital scrapbooks: http://www.scrapbookgraphics.com/photopost/u5763-wendyzine.html “It Had to Be Murder”, the short story that Rear Window was based on: http://www.miettecast.com/woolrich.pdf This episode brought to you by: Bombfell: An easier way for men to get better clothes. For $25 off your first order, go to bombfell.com/deadcast. Fractu
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275: Call-In Show
16/08/2017 Duration: 59minNow for something completely different! First, we're incredibly thankful to have all you guys as listeners. You're what make doing this podcast worthwhile, so thank you guys! We're also really appreciative some of you have decided to support us on Patreon, as that's ultimately what's going to help us keep going with all this. Each month Karen and I do a special call-in show for all Patreon contributors. For this week's episode, we're publishing this month's call publicly for the first time ever. Hopefully you dig it even if you have no intention of contributing - it's geeky people talking about geeky stuff, like TWD, GoT, and some behind-the-scenes stuff, among other things. WARNING: There are some Game of Thrones spoilers partway through if you're not caught up - so you might want to skip past that part. You'll hear once we start talking about it. If you'd like to take part in next month's call-in, contribute any amount at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. C
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274: Our Non-Pop-Culture Obsessions + The Dark Tower
09/08/2017 Duration: 01h46minWhat are your obsessions? Asking that question is a great way to get to know someone, what drives them, and a little about what their life is about. In this episode find out what we and other WDC listeners are obsessed with right now. Plus, we review The Dark Tower, and report other news. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! Sign up by August 11 to take part in our next call-in show! This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. Go to fractureme.com/podcast and click The Walking Dead 'Cast. . If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. And don't forget to use our Amazon link, walkingdeadcast.com
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273: What TWD Needs to Do to Keep Us Watching
02/08/2017 Duration: 56minLet's face it, Jason and Karen will be watching The Walking Dead until the end, but we had a ton of fun this episode talking about what would keep us watching enthusiastically. Plus, top 5 things zombies think. Need a pick me up? This one's for you :) If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! Next week: The Dark Tower Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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272: TWD Trailer + Comic Con News
26/07/2017 Duration: 01h46minIt's Comic-Con time again, and in this ep Jason and special guests Rima Jo and Shawn Henninger of The Language of Bromance podcast geek out about news from (deep breath) TWD, FTWD, Wonder Woman, Rocko's Modern Life, Bright with Will Smith, Stranger Things, Justice League, Westworld, Legion, Game of Thrones, Steven Spielberg's Ready Player One, American Horror Story: Cult, Defenders, Doctor Who, Thor: Ragnorak, Black Panther, Preacher, The Orville, Star Trek: Discovery, and The Dark Tower (aaand exhale). We also read your thoughts on the Comic-Con news, and to wrap it up we muse on which Walking Dead characters we'd want as roommates in the real world. If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! Into Game of Thrones? Check out Game of Microphones with Jason, Duncan, and Melissa at gameofmicrophones.com. You can check out Shawn on The Language of Bromance
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271: John Carpenter's The Thing
16/07/2017 Duration: 01h17minFirst off, this episode was recorded before the passing of George Romero, and we both want to express our condolences to his family and friends and all the fans. Let's face it, Romero is the reason any of this is happening. TWD would not exist without him. We're so sad to hear of his passing, and we're thankful for his work. We also want to give condolences to family, friends, and co-workers of Walking Dead stunt man John Bernecker who died in an accident on set last week. Our heart goes out to all you guys. Now, The Thing. Neither Karen or Jason had seen this horror classic, and since so many of you excitedly suggested we cover it, we both hoped we'd like it. Listen in to find out if we did. If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! This episode brought to you by: Blue Apron: For less than $10 per meal, Blue Apron delivers seasonal recipes along wit
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270: "The Unveiling" & "Children of Wrath" (FTWD:S3E7&8)
12/07/2017 Duration: 01h31minAnother double-feature to wrap up the mid-season, and it's a great one, with lots of twists and turns. Who's right and who's wrong? You tell us... Fear the Walking Dead returns in September, but join Jason and Karen next week as we finally cover John Carpenter's classic '80s horror flick, The Thing. Also, if you're a Game of Thrones fan, check out Game of Microphones next week with Jason, Duncan, and Mellissa for the season 7 premiere! You can find that at gameofmicrohphones.com or by searching for it whoever you get your podcasts. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. It's the Summer Sale! To got 20% off, go to fractureme.com/podcast and click The Walking Dead 'Cast, then use code SUMMERSALE at check out. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podc
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269: "Red Dirt" (FTWD:S3E6)
04/07/2017 Duration: 01h08minThe characterizations get deeper this week and the plot thickens. Join Jason, Duncan, and Rima as we dive in! This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. And don't forget to use our Amazon link, walkingdeadcast.com/amazon, for all your Amazon shopping! Every time you buy something using that link, we get a little kickback at no extra cost to you. Thank you! Entertainment Weekly contest to interview the cast of The Walking Dead: http://ew.com/tv/2017/06/29/win-a-chance-to-interview-walking-dead-cast-comic-con/ Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPriv
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268: "Burning in Water, Drowning in Flame" (FTWD:S3E5)
28/06/2017 Duration: 01h04minThis episode may have seemed slow at first, but like a crow repeatedly pecking at your exposed brain, after awhile it made an impression. Join Jason, Duncan, and OG FTWD crew member Melissa Hutchison (!) to talk it out. This podcast is made possible by listeners like you who have supported us at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. So thank you! If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. And don't forget to use our Amazon link, walkingdeadcast.com/amazon, for all your Amazon shopping! Every time you buy something using that link, we get a little kickback at no extra cost to you. Thank you! Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privac
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267: "100" (FTWD:S3E4)
20/06/2017 Duration: 01h10min¡Salazar gets the spotlight this week, y es bueno! Join Jason, Cindi, and Duncan (¡¡) to talk it through. If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. First-time customers get a 10% discount by going to fractureme.com/podcast and clicking The Walking Dead 'Cast. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandkaren. And don't forget to use our Amazon link, walkingdeadcast.com/amazon, for all your Amazon shopping! Every time you buy something using that link, we get a little kickback at no extra cost to you.
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266: "TEOTWAWKI" (FTWD:S3E3)
13/06/2017 Duration: 52minThis episode had Jason's favorite sequence in all of Fear the Walking Dead. A relatively low-key episode, but a great one! Listen in as Jason, Cindi, and Rima talk it through. If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! This episode brought to you by: Dr. Chile Pepper: Pick up a bottle of my all-time favorite hot sauce ever, Belizean Heat, made with habanero, vinegar, garlic, spices, and fresh carrots. Imported from Belize. So good! Or you can get any number of other sauces, james, or jellies. Go to drchilepepper.com and enter PODCAST at checkout for 10% off. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at twitter.com/jasonandk
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265: "Eye of the Beholder" & "The New Frontier" (FTWD:S3E1&2)
07/06/2017 Duration: 01h14minIncredibly strong start to season 3 of Fear the Walking Dead! Join Jason, Cindi, and special guest Ming Chen of Comic Book Men as we talk over the first two episodes of the season. Plus, Ming answers your questions about how he met and started working with Kevin Smith, what it's like to go from fan to TV star, and a lot more. If you appreciate what we do and want to help support us and keep all this going, please check out our Patreon page at patreon.com/jasonandkaren. Some awesome rewards at all levels! This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. First-time customers get a 10% discount by going to fractureme.com/podcast and clicking The Walking Dead 'Cast. If you'd like to give us a call, you can call us at (650) 485-3323 or email brains@podcastica.com. You can download, subscribe, rate, and review us on Apple Podcasts or in iTunes by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Look for us on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter at t