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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204: Oldboy
06/01/2016 Duration: 01h27minNow for something completely different! If you're in the mood for something twisted, beautifully made, creative, clever, poetic, violent, unpredictable, and extremely tragic, go check out the 2003 Korean (not the 2013 US remake) revenge-movie classic, Oldboy, and then come back and listen to me, my wife Jenny, and my friend Harry gush about it. If you have the constitution, I highly recommend checking out this movie! This episode brought to you by: Texture: The app that gives you an all-access pass to the world’s best magazines right on your phone or tablet. For a free trial, go to texture.com/deadcast now. Colony: From Carlton Cuse, executive producer of LOST, comes USANetwork’s new original series, COLONY – starring Josh Holloway of LOST and Sarah Wayne Callies of The Walking Dead. Premiering Thursday, January 14th at 10/9c on USA Network. See usanetwork.com/Colony for more. And be sure to check out Harry's fantastic podcast where he does casual, in-depth interviews with interesting podcasters. Yo
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203: Star Wars: The Force Awakens
22/12/2015 Duration: 01h36minHere it is, our look at the long awaited Star Wars Episode VII, with Jason, Karen, and guests David and Mr. Blahg. The dark side and the light side are definitely represented in our comprehensive and passionately stated review. Hope you enjoy! Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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202: "Start to Finish" (S6E8)
01/12/2015 Duration: 01h26minWe wrap up 2015 with some in-depth discussion and a split-decision about the mid-season finale. Also, lots of calls and messages from you guys, Comic Talk, news, and more. Help support The Walking Dead 'Cast at no cost to you by using our Amazon link when you do your online shopping this holiday season: walkingdeadcast.com/amazon Thank you and happy holidays! This episode brought to you by: Texture: The app that gives you an all-access pass to the world’s best magazines right on your phone or tablet. For a free trial, go to texture.com/deadcast now. Audible, the place for audio-books: There are over 180,000 titles to choose, and from every category imaginable. So go to audiblepodcast.com/deadcast for a free 30-day trial and a free audiobook! Next time: The Exorcist Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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201: "Heads Up" (S6E7)
24/11/2015 Duration: 01h34minWe don't like to say we told you so, so we won't say it. But we did. This week, we review how Glenn's apparent death and resurgence was handled, but mostly we're just glad he's not dead. Also, news, your feedback, and lots of comic talk from Grace and Mr. Blahg. Help support The Walking Dead 'Cast at no cost to you by using our Amazon link when you do your online shopping this Black Friday weekend and beyond: walkingdeadcast.com/amazon Thank you! Links:• Survivor Max book series from Davi Barker: survivormax.com• The Walkers Among Us Black Friday sale: thewalkersamongus.com Next week: Glenn lives! Right?! -Love, Karen Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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200: "Always Accountable" (S6E6)
17/11/2015 Duration: 01h26minNever dreamed we make it to 200 episodes, but it shows how much we love doing this podcast. Thank all you all for being a part of it! This week we hold TWD accountable in our harshest review ever. Good thing we have fun podcasting even when we don't love the episode. Also, check out the winners in our zombie makeup contest we did with Fracture at bestzombiemakeup.com. Congratulations to Victor Godoy, Victor Vasquez, Linda von Hanneken, Bill Baird, Holly La Rouche, and Bailey Darlene Faries! This episode brought to you by: Harry's, for quality craftsmanship, simple design, modern convenience and most importantly for guys who know they shouldn't have to overpay for a great shave. For $5 off your first purchase, go to harrys.com and enter promo code DEADCAST at checkout. Next week: Glenn lives! Right?! -Love, Karen Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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199: "Now" (S6E5)
10/11/2015 Duration: 01h19minLots of comments online about this episode being boring, filler, and soap-operaish, with too much speechifying. We don't totally disagree, but listen in and I bet you a dollar we increase your appreciation of the episode. Plus news, listener feedback, and the return of Comic Talk. This episode brought to you by: Texture: The app that gives you an all-access pass to the world’s best magazines right on your phone or tablet. For a free trial, go to texture.com/deadcast now. Harry's, for quality craftsmanship, simple design, modern convenience and most importantly for guys who know they shouldn't have to overpay for a great shave. For $5 off your first purchase, go to harrys.com and enter promo code DEADCAST at checkout. Mack Weldon: Pairing premium fabrics, meticulous attention to detail and a simple shopping experience, we deliver a new level of daily comfort straight to your door. Go to mackweldon.com and enter promo code DEADCAST for 20% off. Next week: Abraham, Sasha, and good ole' Daryl.
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198: "Here's Not Here" (S6E4)
04/11/2015 Duration: 01h37minYou might not be surprised to learn that Karen and I thought this was an incredible episode this week, and something new and unusual for The Walking Dead in a lot of ways. But our exact reactions might surprise you. Listen in as we talk it over, share some news, some of our experiences at Walker Stalker Con Atlanta, and a lot of your fun, pointed, insightful feedback. This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. First-time customers get a 15% discount by going to fractureme.com and entering promo code DEADCAST at checkout. Audible, the place for audio-books: There are over 180,000 titles to choose, and from every category imaginable. So go to audiblepodcast.com/deadcast for a free 30-day trial and a free audiobook! Mack Weldon: Pairing premium fabrics, meticulous attention to detail and a simple shopping experience, we deliver a new level of daily comfort straight to your door. Go to mackweldon.com and enter promo code DEADCAST for 20% off. Next week:
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197: "Thank You" (S6E3)
27/10/2015 Duration: 01h30minFair warning, we're in deep deep denial about Glenn's alleged apparent untimely death this episode, and so we can't help but look at things from that filter. So be warned, there won't be a lot of grieving happening—not until we know for sure. Still, we break things down for you and look at it all through a few different angles. Plus news, and as you can imagine, lots of heartfelt email and calls from you guys. WDC Meetup: Will you be at Walker Stalker Con Atlanta next weekend? Or are you in the Atlanta area? Come hang out with me, Karen, Mr. Blahg, Gracie Lou, Dave Solo from Walker Nation, possibly Melissa and Duncan, and other WDC listeners. When: Saturday, Oct 31, at 6:00pmWhere: Latitudes Bistro & LoungeOMNI ATLANTA HOTEL AT CNN CENTER100 CNN CENTERATLANTA, GEORGIA 30303 Best Zombie Makeup Contest: Submit a photo of you in your best zombie getup to win a Fracture of any photo of your choice! Find out more, vote for entries submitted so far, and enter yourself at bestzombiemakeup.com.
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196: "JSS" (S6E2)
20/10/2015 Duration: 01h29minShocking, brutal, action-packed episode this week, and we loved it! We had a lot of fun going over it too. Hope you enjoy. Best Zombie Makeup Contest: Submit a photo of you in your best zombie getup to win a Fracture of any photo of your choice! Find out more, vote for entries submitted so far, and enter yourself at bestzombiemakeup.com. This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. First-time customers get a 15% discount by going to fractureme.com and entering promo code DEADCAST at checkout. Walking Dead Virtual Graveyard: http://www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2015/10/18/the_walking_dead_deaths_mourn_dead_characters_at_their_virtual_graveyard.html Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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195: "First Time Again" (S6E1)
13/10/2015 Duration: 01h53minAre you as stoked as we are that TWD-proper has returned?! Karen and I had so much fun podcasting about this one, even though (especially because?) we didn't agree on a lot of things about the episode. Enjoy our foolishness :) And by the way, thanks for all your input and feedback. So much fun to read all your thoughts, insights, and cute jokes about the episode each week. Something else I'm really excited about: We're teaming with Fracture to do a Best Zombie Makeup contest! You can find out about it and enter by going to bestzombiemakeup.com. Submit a photo of you in your best zombie getup to win a Fracture of any photo of your choice. This episode brought to you by: Fracture: Your photos, in vivid color, printed directly on glass. First-time customers get a 15% discount by going to fractureme.com and entering promo code DEADCAST at checkout. Harry's, for quality craftsmanship, simple design, modern convenience and most importantly for guys who know they shouldn't have to overpay for
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194: "The Good Man" (FTWD:S1E6)
06/10/2015 Duration: 01h39minA glorious amount of horrific zombie action in this first season finale of Fear the Walking Dead, but we thought it was a mixed bag overall. Join me, Duncan, and our very special mystery guest to talk it through and give our thoughts on the first season. This episode brought to you by: Audible, the place for audio-books: There are over 180,000 titles to choose, and from every category imaginable. So go to audiblepodcast.com/deadcast for a free 30-day trial and a free audiobook! Next week: The Walking Dead! Rarrr!!! Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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193: "Cobalt" (FTWD:S1E5)
30/09/2015 Duration: 02h10minA full episode this week, with our lengthy review of "Cobalt," news, lots of your feedback, plus a special Q&A with Melissa. This episode brought to you by: Two Step: An intense Texas thriller and New York Times Critic’s pick from writer/director Alex R. Johnson. Check out the trailer at https://vimeo.com/117851554. If you'd like to leave us a message, you can reach us at (650) 485-DEAD (3323) or click the Send Voicemail button at walkingdeadcast.com. We're on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter @jasonandkaren. And please check out all the other first-class podcasts in our network at podcastica.com. Don't forget to check out walkingdeathpool.com and leave your picks for who'll live and who'll die this season on TWD! Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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192: "Not Fade Away" (FTWD:S1E4)
22/09/2015 Duration: 01h43minMelissa, Duncan, and I all liked this week's episode except for one huge flaw, and it's not what you think! Probably. I mean, who am I to say...? Anyways, listen in for our take, plus a bit of news and some great, insightful feedback from you guys. If you'd like to leave us a message, you can reach us at (650) 485-DEAD (3323) or click the Send Voicemail button at walkingdeadcast.com. We're on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter @jasonandkaren. And please check out all the other first-class podcasts in our network at podcastica.com. Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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191: "The Dog" (FTWD:S1E3)
15/09/2015 Duration: 01h57minIs FTWD just hitting it's stride? Or was this a misstep? Maybe a little of both? We get in-depth, plus news and your feedback. Lots of great calls this week. If you'd like to leave us a message, you can reach us at (650) 485-DEAD (3323) or click the Send Voicemail button at walkingdeadcast.com. We're on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter @jasonandkaren. And please check out all the other first-class podcasts in our network at podcastica.com. We've been growing lately. And coming soon: Evil Dead 'Cast :) Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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190: "So Close, Yet So Far" (FTWD:S1E2)
01/09/2015 Duration: 01h41minWow, this show is definitely pushing our zombie buttons this week. Join Jason, Melissa, and Duncan for an in-depth talk about it. Plus news, and some fantastic feedback from you guys. If you'd like to leave us a message, you can reach us at (650) 485-DEAD (3323) or click the Send Voicemail button at walkingdeadcast.com. We're on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter @jasonandkaren. And please check out all the other first-class podcasts in our network at podcastica.com. Support African artists for a chance to win tickets for two to see the TWD S6 premiere with Danai Gurira: crowdrise.com/walkingdead Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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189: "Pilot" (FTWD:S1E1)
26/08/2015 Duration: 01h47minThe FTWD premiere has aired and the opinions are flying. Join Jason, Melissa, and Duncan as we share our in-depth thoughts and react to yours. If you'd like to leave us a message, you can reach us at (650) 485-DEAD (3323) or click the Send Voicemail button at walkingdeadcast.com. We're on Facebook at facebook.com/deadcast and on Twitter @jasonandkaren. And please check out all the other first-class podcasts in our network at podcastica.com. Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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188: Our Hopes & Dreams for Fear the Walking Dead
19/08/2015 Duration: 01h17minIt begins! This week my new FTWD cohosts Melissa Hutchison (aka Clementine of the Telltale Walking Dead games) and Duncan McPherson (of Walker Stalker Con) and I share our hopes for Fear the Walking Dead. Plus some great thoughts from you guys on the matter, and the latest news about FTWD and TWD. Also, for the first time since the Podcastica network started in April, we're announcing two new shows! Stay tuned to the end of the podcast to find out which ones (or just go to podcastica.com :). Next week we'll be at Walker Stalker Con Boston for the premiere, so our first episode out of the gate will be out Wednesday morning. Links:• AMC TWD Season 6 Premiere Sweepstaks: www.amc.com/FanPremiereSweepstakes• Issimo's The Coldest Queen: issimomusic.net Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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187: Mike Carey (The Girl With All the Gifts)
30/07/2015 Duration: 01h24minFor months now you’ve heard me go on and on about Mike Carey’s zombie novel, The Girl With All the Gifts. It’s one of my favorite books in any genre, and I’ve gotten messages of thanks from a lot of you smart people who took my advice and read it. The main course of today’s podcast, from 30:33 to 1:08:22, is an interview with Mike Carey, who also wrote the screenplay for the upcoming movie adaptation. Mike talks about:• How the idea for the novel came about.• What it was like being on set and working on the movie.• His thoughts on writing from a child’s perspective.• Director Colm McCarthy’s commitment to hiring a diverse cast for the movie.• His thoughts on the ending of the book.• How you can read an additional chapter of the book online.• A tease about his next book, Fellside, due out next April.• And much more! Mike is as well spoken as he is a terrific writer, and I know all you TGWATG fans will dig this. And if you haven’t read the book yet, we tried to keep things spoiler-light in the first several mi
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186: FTWD/TWD Comic-Con News + 5-Year Anniversary!
17/07/2015 Duration: 01h29minFive years ago today, Karen and I published our first episode of The Walking Dead 'Cast.... Woo HOO! :) It's been fun and fulfilling and challenging too, and we appreciate all y'all for taking this ride with us. This episode, Karen and I reminisce a bit about podcasting highlights over the last five years. But mostly, since Mr. Blahg and Petey Cinderson and I just got back from Comic-Con, the three of us cover all the recent FTWD and TWD news in detail, plus highlights of Walker Stalker Fan Fest. If you get a chance, please fill out our listener survey at podsurvey.com/deadcast to help us find advertisers that you like and aren't annoyed by :) Plus you get a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift certificate. Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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185: Poltergeist (1982) + Our Favorite Scenes From TWD
26/06/2015 Duration: 01h44minNostalgic episode this week as we look back on our (and your) favorite scenes from The Walking Dead so far. Plus we cover the 1982 horror classic Poltergeist, the latest news about TWD and FTWD, and your thoughts. If you're coming to Walker Stalker Con or are in the Orlando area, come hang out with Jason at the Orlando Hyatt Regency hotel lobby bar at 6:30pm on Saturday, June 27. The hotel is at 9801 International Drive. But check Twitter beforehand (@jasonandkaren), because I might try to find a place a little closer to the con. This episode brought to you by: Loot Crate, a monthly box of geek and gamer gear. For $3 off your subscription, go to lootcrate.com/deadcast and enter promo code deadcast. Links: Netherbeast: http://www.imdb.com/video/withoutabox/vi166199577?ref_=tt_pv_vi_aiv_1 Mel Brooks on Fresh Air: http://www.npr.org/2013/05/20/182609040/mel-brooks-i-m-an-egot-so-i-don-t-need-any-more Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee: http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee.com Support the show: https://patre