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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144: Favorite Things About TWD + The Returned
21/04/2014 Duration: 01h53minBonjour mes amis! After four seasons we decided it's time we finally do a top five list about our favorite things about The Walking Dead, and thankfully it was really hard to keep it to just five (so I cheated and picked ten). You guys all had some really great ones too, btw. Also, we review the moody, eery French TV show, Les Revenants (The Returned), we announce the winners of the Clementine hat contest, give the latest news, respond to your feedback, and more! Fargo anyone?! One thing I forgot to mention in the show, we'd appreciate it if you would take a minute to answer this demographics survey: http://survey.libsyn.com/deadcast A few things about it:* It'll help us with advertising and it will literally take less than 60 seconds. I bet you could finish it in less than 10, actually.* We're proud to only advertise stuff we genuinely like (so far that's been Audible and Fracture), and we plan to keep it that way. This will hopefully allow us to do more of that.* We see advertising as
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143: Scott Gimple
02/04/2014 Duration: 26minJoin me this episode for a fascinating season four post-mortem (if you will) with none other than the Walking Dead showrunner himself, Mr. Scott Gimple. Listen and find out: What the writers' goals are when creating the show. Scott's thoughts on the comic vs. the show. Behind-the-scenes info on the making of this season. A few hints about what to expect in season five. And much more! [powerpress]Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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142: "A" (S4E16)
01/04/2014 Duration: 01h59minLike most of you, Karen and I were shocked, disturbed, and thrilled by this episode. Join us for a huge season-ending podcast as we thoroughly go over "A." Also in this ep, we: Interview documentary filmmaker Cris Macht who's making a movie about Walking Dead fans like you and me. Search Kickstarter.com for "Walkers Among Us" to learn more and lend your support. Announce the winner of the First My Family Walking Dead Survival Kit contest (If you didn't win and you want one, you can get a one- or two-person version from firstmyfamily.com). Get the ins and outs of how the comic compares to this ep in Comic Talk with Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou. And respond to some of your most enthusiastic and interesting feedback yet. We've had a great season podcasting about The Walking Dead and we've loved all the interaction from you guys (and just that you're listening at all). If you haven't gotten a chance yet and you like what we've been doing, please find us on iTunes at walkin
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141: "Us" (S4E15)
25/03/2014 Duration: 01h31minJoin us with special guest Melissa Hutchison, aka the voice of Clementine in Telltale's acclaimed The Walking Dead video game series (and all-around fabulous person) as we discuss this week's episode. Also Melissa answers all your questions, and learn how you can win a replica of the hat that Clementine wears in the game! That plus news, your feedback, and more. Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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140: Brighton Sharbino (Lizzie)
22/03/2014 Duration: 22minOur complete pleasure to talk with the talented Brighton Sharbino, a.k.a. Lizzie Samuels, this episode. Brighton was fun and articulate and not at all crazy :) Listen to find out how she got the part of Lizzie, her take on Lizzie's psychology, her off-screen friendship with Kyla Kennedy (Mika), how she got into character, and much more. You can find Brighton on Instagram at instagram.com/brightonsharbino, on Twitter at twitter.com/BriSharbino, and be sure to check out her original song "Begin Again," written and performed with Kyla, on iTunes at itunes.apple.com/us/album/begin-again-single/id841802467. [powerpress]Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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139: "The Grove" (S4E14)
19/03/2014 Duration: 01h46minShocking episode this week, no bones about it. And also just a great one on many levels, IMO. Join Karen and I as we break it down thoroughly for you (and even provide some positive things to hold on to if this episode brought you down). Also I tell you all about Walker Stalker Con Chicago, we respond to a considerable amount of the email and calls you guys gave us this week, Gracie Lou and Mr. Blahg compare this week's ep to the comic, and more! Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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138: "Alone" (S4E13)
11/03/2014 Duration: 01h24minThis week we geek out simply because the episode had a cemetery and a mortuary in it (so cool), but our opinions are split on a lot of other aspects. Listen in as we break it down, report the latest WD news, and respond to your feedback. And also we announce our new sister podcast, Under the Comic Covers with Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou. In fact, check out bit.ly/utccovers now for their first episode, featuring an in-depth interview with the illustrator of The Walking Dead himself, Charlie Adlard. Thanks to Audible for sponsoring us this week. Go to audiblepodcast.com/deadcast to get a free audiobook of your choice when you sign up for a free trial. Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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137: "Still" (S4E12)
04/03/2014 Duration: 01h28minThis week's episode was divisive among you guys and it was one of either Jason's or Karen's favorite in the series. Can you guess who? Also, tune in for an interview with First My Family and emergency preparedness expert Andrew Torres and find out how you can win a bonafide Walking Dead Survival Kit valued at $130. All that plus news, your feedback, and a very tiny peek at next week's episode. Only four more left people!!!! Thanks to our sponsors at fractureme.com. Go there to have your pictures printed on glass and ready for framing, and enter promo code "deadcast" for 15% off. Also, if you've gotten one of these or plan to, please tweet your support and include #fractureme. Thanks! Links: Check out these First My Family sites for great survival tips for emergency situations:* firstmyfamily.com* facebook.com/firstmyfamily* @firstmyfamily And Brittany and Amanda's Once Upon a Podcast at amandainmontreal.com/podcast Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support
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136: TWD Issue #122
01/03/2014 Duration: 01h11minGrace and Mr. Blahg return to digest The Walking Dead issue #122. We also talk with David S. E. Zapanta, author of the imaginatively innovative take on the zombie genre, Posthumous (posthumousthebook.com). Death is only the beginning... Find out how you can win a signed copy! Also, we have an announcement. Be sure to listen through to the end for news about the future of Under the Comic Covers. It's been a great ride! As always, be aware that we cover the most current issue of the comic. If you aren't caught up, proceed at your own risk. Jason and Karen will be back in a couple of days. Gak! [powerpress]Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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135: "Claimed" (S4E11)
25/02/2014 Duration: 01h36minSpecial guests and mixed opinions this week. Join Karen, Jason, and long lost friend Doug to talk about Claimed, announce the winner of our Walker Stalker Con Chicago Contest, and catch you up on the latest news and feedback from you guys. All that and a meaty Comic Talk segment from Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou. Thanks for all the iTunes reviews. We're inching up on 800 reviews! Unbelievable. Thanks guys. I'm throwing down a challenge. Can we get to 800 by next week? If you haven't left us a review yet, you can do so by going to walkingdeadcast.com/itunes. Cheers! Links:* Marci Brinker's "Gods of Mythology" playing cards — http://collectableplayingcards.com/bicycle-gods-mythology-playing-cards-collectable-playing-cards-p-45830.html* Background info on the cards — http://www.martianpictures.com/portfolio/mythical-gods-card-deck/* Fracture — fractureme.com Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://
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134: "Inmates" (S4E10)
18/02/2014 Duration: 01h14minAnother fantastic episode this week, this one in vignettes. Depressing? Possibly. But everyone is still alive. So far. Listen in as Karen and I give you our top five highlights, news, responses to your feedback, and more. Don't forget to visit our sponsor Fracture at fractureme.com and enter promo code "deadcast" for a 15% discount. Your pictures printed directly on glass in a beautiful presentation, ready for hanging. And, only a few more days to enter to win a 3-day pass to Walker Stalker Con Chicago! Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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133: TWD Issue #121
17/02/2014 Duration: 41minThe first part of All Out War may have ended with a bang, but that doesn't mean the second part started with a whimper. Join Mr. Blahg and Grace as they discuss Issue 121 of The Walking Dead and respond to your questions and comments. This episode goes over the current issue of the comic, so unless you are caught up, be wary of spoilers. Jason and Karen will return in a couple of days. Rarrr! Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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132: "After" (S4E9)
11/02/2014 Duration: 01h29minIn the aftermath of all the carnage at the prison, we were thrilled to see TWD find it's way back to the quiet, measured, dreamlike feel of the series pilot in this coming-of-age episode. At least, that's our opinion. Listen in and see if you agree. Also this episode we announce the winner of our Walking Dead Hawaii poster contest, and you can also find out how to win a three-day pass to the quickly approaching Walker Stalker Con in Chicago (Mar 14-16). Also we have the introduction of Gracie Lou and Mr. Blahg as hosts of Comic Talk, their analysis of how this episode was similar and different to the comic, some news, information about next week's episode, and some fantastic messages from you guys! Links:* The Community Zombiecomic Kickstarter* The Walking Dead Zombies Prank NYC Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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131: Zombie Comics with Kirk Manley & Jeff Marsick
29/01/2014 Duration: 01h55minSeason 4.5 is nearly upon us and we're excited to see what happens with the group all separated and vulnerable. This episode join Karen, Jason, and special guests Kirk Manley and Jeff Marsick, artist and writer of the insane zombie adventure comic Z Girl and the 4 Tigers, as we talk about all our hopes for the upcoming episodes (the guys' hopes generally involving gore, death, and extreme suffering, and Karen's involving picturesque zombieless islands and togetherness). As a special bonus, Kirk and Jeff give some great and sometimes surprising recommendations for zombie comics they think you should be reading, and we give you the latest news, read your emails, and yes, after three and a half years of podcasting, Karen and I finally reveal how we met. Don't miss it! Oh yeah, and don't forget to enter our new contest to win a Kirk-Manley-illustrated Walking Dead Hawaii poster and the first four issues of Z Girl! PS - Hey all, we've had fun keeping things going over the hiatus and adding
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130: TWD Issue #120
24/01/2014 Duration: 59minGrace and Mr. Blahg are back again to dissect The Walking Dead issue #120, the sixth installment in the 12-part "All Out War" arc, and give their thoughts on the war as a whole. This episode is devoted solely to the comic, so beware of spoilers. And join Jason and Karen in a few days to talk about hopes for S4.5, among other things. Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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129: TWD Issue #119
15/01/2014 Duration: 47minJoin Grace and Mr. Blahg as they slip back Under the Comic Covers to discuss The Walking Dead, Issue #119. This time around they delve into the issue quickly in order to answer all of the fantabulous questions and comments sent in by you guys. This episode is devoted to the comic series only, so if you aren't caught up with the book, be aware that there are spoilers aplenty ahead... plus more than a few insane predictions for what is to come. [powerpress]Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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128: The Conjuring
13/01/2014 Duration: 55minFirst off, THANK YOU ALL for voting in the Podcast Awards and winning us an award for best Entertainment podcast in 2013!!! Woo hoo! We did it!! We were up against some heavy competition (Star Trek, Kevin Smith, and Taylor Swift), and winners in other categories included some of the podcast greats (This American Life, Radio Lab, and Grammar girl, to name a few). So thank you, and congratulations to you guys too, because we're all in this together :) Join us this episode as we celebrate and talk future plans for the podcast. We also review The Conjuring, the popular, critically lauded spooky ghost flick from this last year, and of course we go over the latest news about The Walking Dead and respond to your feedback. Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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127: Bye Bye Breaking Bad (BB S5E9-16)
31/12/2013 Duration: 01h52minFirst Hershel and now this. Lots of goodbyes on this podcast. Join me, Karen and special guests Lissy and Chad to bid a fond farewell to this amazing show, Breaking Bad, and give you all our thoughts about the final eight episodes and the series in general. For good measure, Karen and I stick around to throw in some news about TWD and respond to the latest batch of feedback from you guys. And then we'll be back in a couple of weeks for another ep. Happy New Year! Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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126: TWD Issue #118
18/12/2013 Duration: 41minAnd now for something a little different! At your request (well, some of ya anyway) we're spinning off our Under the Comic Covers segments into their own episodes, and here's the first one. In this episode, Mr. Blahg, Gracie Lou, and special guest, me, review The Walking Dead issue #118, the fourth issue in the current All Out War mega-arc. This episode is entirely about the comic book, so if you're not caught up and don't want to be spoiled on it, hang tight and we'll catch you in a few. And by the way, this doesn't mean Karen and I will be podcasting any less than usual. It just means each time a new issue of the comic is releases, you comic lovers will get a bonus. Let us know what you think, and if you have any requests or ideas! Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show: https://patreon.com/jasonandkarenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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125: Scott Wilson (Hershel)
06/12/2013 Duration: 26minIt was a genuine privilege for Karen and I to be able to talk with Scott Wilson after his momentous exit from The Walking Dead last week, and he was as sweet and charming as ever. Listen in as he talks about:* What it was like to film his death scene.* What Hershel would say to Maggie and Beth if he had the chance.* What he'll miss most about TWD and whether he'll keep watching.* What he wants to do next.* And a lot more (including, yes, a lot of gushing from us). Enjoy, and we'll be back later this month to talk Breaking Bad! Thanks to those of you who gave us ideas for interview questions on Facebook (we're at facebook.com/deadcast if you didn't know). We got a few of them in! :) And thanks to everyone who's been rating us and writing reviews in iTunes. I think it helps us get interviews like this one. Haven't left one for us yet? It’s easy and it’s free. Here’s how:1. Find our iTunes page at bit.ly/thedeadcast and then click “View in iTunes” (or just search for us in iTunes).