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KingsizeSurvivor Type - Steph McKennaOne of the Kingsize family, we are joined this week by the wonderful Steph McKenna as our Survivor Type. Steph curates and creates Outsider Zine, which showcases writing and artwork by marginalised genders. Vol 1 and Vol 2 available, and they will change the way you read King. In these turbulent times, jump in here with us - the water's warm.
2024-11-251h 35
Economics Happy Hour PodcastThe 2024 Nobel Prize in EconomicsMatt and Jadrian are joined by Brian O'Roark to share their initial thoughts on the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics announcement. This year’s award goes to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James A. Robinson for their work on how institutions are formed and how they impact economic prosperity. The trio discusses the significance of the award and explores the broader implications of their work on institutions and development. In this episode, we discuss:* The three Nobel Prize winners* Why institutions and property rights matter for well-being* The difficulty in predicting who wi...
2024-10-1435 min
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Nat CassidyFreewheeling, saxophone soundtracked deep dive chat between Matt n Nat re all things Stephen King. It's our biggest Survivor Type episode yet with the award winning horror novelist Nat Cassidy, author of "Mary", "Nestlings" and the upcoming "When The Wolf Comes Home".
2024-10-142h 34
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastGoshfather LIVE1. NFL Theme Song - Rawtek Remix
2. YMCA (Ayur Tsernov Remix) - The Village People
3. Surround Sound [Goshfather x Eche Palante Remix] - JID, 21 Savage
4. Afraid To Feel (Majestic & Jay Robinson Bootleg) - LF System
5. Never Too Much (Never Dull Remix) - Luther Vandross
6. Think You The Shit (Never Dull Remix) - Ice Spice
7. Saving Up (LF System Remix) - Dom Dolla
8. Tearin' Up My Heart x Soy Candela (Lenox Mashup) - NSYNC x Kitone
9. Create Something - Goshfather x Paperboy the Prince
10. R.E.S.P.E.C.T (aretha franklin dub)
11. Touch The Sky (Bvnquet Dub) - Kanye...
2024-07-211h 30
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 20s Pt 1Matt and Jamie have travelled through time in the lovingly crafted "King Through The Ages" - starting with a fiery masterpiece called Carrie and ending up with another unforgettable King Queen in Holly.
It's the final episode of this spin off, and the boys talk Later, Billy, Fairy Tale and Holly. It's a spicy feast fit for The King.
2024-06-101h 10
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Dave ElliotThis episode's Survivor Type is the indie author behind the disturbing debut novel "Knotweed". It's a chilling, propulsive, psychological horror story. Dave shares his top Kings, his King film, the heroes and villains that might be on the isle with him.. and much more! Let the knotweed wind itself into your ears if you dare...
2024-05-271h 18
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 2010s Pt 3Let's be honest - this is a like a bag of Revels as we hit the end of this decade ... we have the orange fondant heights of The Outsider. And then we have the shrunken chocolate raisin that is Sleeping Beauties. Jamie and Matt get stuck in to this spectrum of the good, the bad and the strange in perhaps King's most interesting and diverse period of writing. The Lizard King....
2024-05-131h 09
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Lilja's LibraryOur castaway this episode is none other than Hans-Åke Lilja, the curator of Lilja's Library - the Go To resource for all things King. This man is an absolute fountain of knowledge; has spoken to The King not just once but twice, and has more scoops than Brady when he masquerades as an ice cream van man in Mr Mercedes. Jump into the waves and join us !
https://www.liljas-library.com/
2024-04-291h 42
KingsizeFinding Comfort In The Horror Of Stephen King" I soak myself in the only terrors that can match my own, and I, often reluctantly, leave the rest to whatever shadowed future waits for us ahead".
Matt talks to the very special author and mother Elizabeth Austin about her essay "Finding Comfort In The Horror Of Stephen King's Maine" . We explore the catharsis of horror, the darkness of the monster that is cancer and the light that still shines.
TRIGGER WARNINGS - we do talk about child cancer, depression, suicide idealisation.
The Stephen King essay can be found here:
https://reactormag.com/f...
2024-04-151h 11
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 2010s Pt 2Matt and King expert Jamie Stewart keep the thrills coming your way as they join Bill Hodges in The Mr Mercedes Trilogy . King as crime writer - let's get forensic. And then back to full dark no stars with the horror of Revival, and some Bad Dreams...
2024-04-0155 min
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Bev VincentThe man needs no introduction from me, but I'll do it anyway. Long time friend and collaborator of Stephen King, Bev is the author of The Road To The Dark Tower and the upcoming Stephen King A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and Influences. We get stories and exclusive scoops fit for the King.
2024-03-182h 04
KingsizePet Sematary Pt 2You like it darker. We go off the beaten path and end up in a place which hits hard. Light relief thanks to our celebration of King's retweet ! And a celebration of lefties.
2024-03-041h 07
KingsizeSurvivor Type- Talking Scared's Neil McRobertThis episode's Survivor Type is none other than Neil McRobert - host of Talking Scared , a podcast which features conversations with the biggest names in horror fiction. And this is not just a bold claim - Neil recently chatted to Stephen King himself in a mind bending episode. Join Matt and Neil as we discover which King works he is taking to the island, which King characters make the cut, and what he Stands for.
2024-02-191h 48
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Ally MalinenkoWe are so lucky to have Stephen King's favourite mid grade horror author Ally Malinenko on the island as our Survivor Type. We talk Losers, Censorship, Cancer and Why Story Matters. Unmissable.
2024-02-121h 13
KingsizePet Sematary Pt 1If you go down to the woods today... The teddy Bears' picnic but it's Zombie Bears! Join Matt and Si as they stray off the path and pick away at the surface of domesticity and sense the monsters lurking within King's classic novel. We cover the first part of the novel.
2024-02-051h 21
KingsizeSurvivor Type - Richard Sheppard of The Constant Reader PodcastFollowing on from the Amused Bouche of last week's interview, now we sink our teeth into the main event - Richard is our Survivor Type. What 3 Kings will he worship ? Which King will be thrown on the flames? Will The Beam be upheld or left to ruin away ? What character will Richard set traps for ... and which King protagonist will share the sands with him ? All this and more.....
2024-02-012h 21
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 2010s Pt 1Matt kicks off 2024 with author & King expert Jamie Stewart as they bring back the much loved "King Through The Ages" series. King is 63 in 2010 and shows no sign of slowing down - in fact he's speeding up. In this bonanza episode we talk Full Dark No Stars, 11/22/63, The Wind Through The Keyhole, Joyland and Dr Sleep. The man is clearing the shelves and fleshing out fan faves and ideas that have been percolating for 20 years plus.... it's a trip.
2024-01-291h 03
KingsizeKingsize Bitesize with The Constant Reader PodcastOn 22 Jan we have a new Survivor Type - the fascinating Richard Sheppard, host of The Constant Reader Podcast . Simon and Matt had such an in depth chat with Richard, that we decided to release a tasty morsel of our interview in advance of the main course next week. He's in the lifeboat with us , sharing his insights before we throw him overboard. Come grab a bite....
2024-01-1528 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 6 - ( chp 25 to end)Cometh the hour, cometh the Ice Man. We reach the endgame . The man on the mission marches us to this glorious book's final suckerpunch conclusion. Take our hand, let's roll.
2023-12-3140 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 5 ( chps 17- chp 24 inc)Let us take care of you all in that strange nomadic place that is Betwixtmas where we are all dazed and confused. Let's talk the power of the laughing tiger - watch out for the claws on this one.
2023-12-2854 min
2023-12-2511 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 4 ( The Dodd Zone)What could a nicer way to spread festive joy than by spending an hour with The Castle Rock Strangler ? You're welcome. Hold our hands as we go in search of the Slick Killer - this one casts a long shadow in the King multiverse.
2023-12-2453 min
KingsizeSurvivor Type Fresh Meat - Dave MussonSurvivor Type is back with even sharper teeth this time around. More questions, more King insights ! What three Kings are you saving from the waves? What King are you throwing in the flames to keep you warm? Which King character are you setting traps for and which one are you breaking bread with ? All this and more ... with our special castaway , the one and only Dave Musson! Author of The Stephen King Quiz Book and host of Dave Reads King on Youtube... get ready to rock n roll.... x
2023-12-1857 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 3 ( chps 10-15 inclusive)A very small shift in direction can lead to a very meaningful change in destination. Johnny continues to be in the lion's den, and Stillson is a stirring. This episode will suck you in like quicksand.
2023-12-111h 21
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 2 ( chps 5 - 9 inclusive)Boyfriend in a coma I know I know, it's serious. The world rolls on whilst Johnny's stays still. Until one day he awakens... We follow the fallout & the Resrrection in this episode.
2023-12-041h 03
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Novel Phase 1 (Chps 1 -4 inclusive)One of King's all time great novels -we jump into the 70s with reckless abandon. In this episode we tackle the first 100 pages - Johnny and Sarah; The Collisions; the character work; The Slick Castle Rock Killer & more..
2023-11-291h 08
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 14 - Nina Nalle Robinson: Parent Perspective, Mental HealthOn this episode, we take you into the life of a parent whose child has dealt with mental health and someone who has navigated the system. The perspective comes from Nina Nalle-Robinson, the mother of former New Hope resident and ultimate success story, Kiara Grace-Nalle. Kiara has donated plenty of her time giving back to New Hope, having spoken to staff and current residents twice, she was our fourth guest on this podcast back in August. Her mom graciously shared her experiences and her own journey. We dive into it all, from first becoming Kiara’s mother living in Ma...
2023-11-2153 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Film Vol 2We continue our walk through the cracked landscape of The Dead Zone .
We look at the twin evils of Frank Dodd and Greg Stillson.. mediocrity to hell !
Blessings or curses , lightness and dark - hold our hand and let's trip. x
2023-11-2050 min
KingsizeThe Dead Zone Film Vol 1Let your hosts Simon & Matt take you back to the winter wonderlands of The Dead Zone film. King & Cronenberg - a good marriage. Altogether now, " The ice is gonna break " !
2023-11-1357 min
Kingsize11/22/63 The Mini SeriesWe kiss goodbye to 22/11/63 with a look through the lens at the mini series adaptation starring James Franco. We talk credits , poundcake and philosophy. Meet you by the Depository. x
2023-11-081h 30
The EliteFrank Robinson of The DSTRKTMatt Boatright-Simon talks with Coach Frank Robinson, about the developmental culture of European basketball, and Coach Robinson’s vision for his community-building empire at The DSTRKT.Host: Matt Boatright-SimonExecutive Producer: Ryan Silver, Matt Boatright-SimonProducer: Scott Martin, Timothy GriggsDoer Of Things: Dalen KilgoreSocial Producer: Annie Malekos and Leo Caganhttps://westcoasteliteua.com https://westcoastelitebasketball.com instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcebball Twitter: https://twitter.com/WCEBball TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wcebball Facebook: https://ww...
2023-09-2621 min
Kingsize11/22/63 Special - Butterflies & HurricanesJoin Matt and Si as they host a (haunted) house party with the finest Stephen King VIPS to celebrate 11/22/63. We throw back the wines and get stuck into the nibbles with Derry Public Radio, The Constant Reader Podcast, The Year Of Underrated Stephen King, Chat Sematary, Tower Junkies, Dave Musson, Jamie Stewart and Discover Derry Maine. It's a party with a guest list to die for ! Everyone shares their standout moments from the novel, where it ranks for them and what mark it leaves upon them. Deep dives into the heartache and the heart joy of this masterpiece... So...
2023-07-041h 59
Kingsize11/22/63 Episode 3 - 11/22/63 & The Green Card ManLee Harvey has the Day That Changed The World in his sights. Jake & Sadie are fighting against the machines with teeth. The world is going to nuclear hell in a handcart . And Si and Matt are discussing the meaning of the word "boffo". Come dance with us.
2023-05-291h 32
Kingsize11/22/63 Episode 2 - Living In The Past + Sadie And The GeneralWe go back through the portal to fly with the butterfly effect & make music with the harmonics and dischords. We talk pts 3 & 4 - is this one of King's greatest ever love stories ? What is the cost to Jake on his mission - and how does he battle the personal vs the professional ? Guardian angels , Plymouth Furies and much more. We also rage against the machine - in this case , censorship.
2023-05-081h 48
Kingsize11/22/63 Episode 1 -Watershed Moment & The Janitor's FatherIt's finally here. The book that is a fan favourite & often an introduction to new Constant Readers to our Greatest Living Author. Join Matt and Si as they step back in time for the first 200 pages of the novel . We just look at Pts 1 & 2 in this episode, so it's spoiler free for anyone doing the readalong. We talk root beer, The Past, the power of a good cry.. oh, and a certain Clown makes an appearance yet again.
2023-04-102h 09
KingsizeKingsize : The Long Talk with thriller writer Jessica HuntleyJoin Matt for an in depth interview with the thriller writer Jessica Huntley. Her psychological page turners leave you wanting to read just one more chapter!
We chat about her upcoming thriller "Jinx" , and address what it means to be a writer who explores the darkness. We chat King ( of course ! ) ; mental health, self publishing, recovering from trauma , police procedural, multiple twists ( but no spoilers ) ; the enemies to friends narrative arc and much much more...
2023-04-0349 min
KingsizeSurvivor Type : Alex from Fourbears BookshopThis was an absolute joy to record . Join Matt as he casts away the wonderful Alex - independent bookshop owner, and man responsible for shipping all King lovers globally their beloved new Hodder paperbacks. We talk King . Where to stock his books on your shelves. We talk about the whether the book will survive . We talk about censorship and re editing. We talk about what makes a book great , and not so great. We talk AI. If you love portable magic , we have the spells for you right here. A blockbuster bestseller of an episode.
2023-03-271h 31
KingsizeKing Through The Ages - The 00s Pt 3We approach the business end of the decade and there are some absolute belters here . Matt and Jamie get their Zombie On with "Cell", discuss the nature of grief with king's personal fave " Lisey's Story". From one King fave , to the fave of a King, Jamie talks about why "Duma Key" is his standout novel. And via some short stories and discovered Bachman beauties , we end up with Big Ol Jim Rennie in Springfield, sorry, Chester's Mill in "Under The Dome". The boys argue the case for this decade rivalling the heavy hitters of the 70s.
2023-03-201h 02
What Do The Gays Think?Under Queer Review | A Retrospective Analysis of Love, SimonThings felt so different in 2018... There were only a few high profile queer movies at the time, and Love, Simon was one of the first ones to take the main stage on the big screen. In this episode of Under Queer Review, Matt, Pat, and Jackie take a critical lens to Love, Simon and do a retrospective review of the groundbreaking movie. Will it pass the Queer Review?This linktree has links to all our content! https://linktr.ee/pridempireFollow Matt and Pat on Twitter! https://twitter.com/prid3mpireFollow Jackie on Twitter! https...
2023-03-151h 02
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 00s Pt 2- SPOILERS AHOY DARK TOWER !Join Matt and Jamie as they walk along the beam of The Tower - Wolves of The Calla, Song of Susannah and The Dark Tower . This episode is full of meaty spoilers , so if you haven't reached the clearing at the end of the path yet then we have another episode released simultaneously with no spoilers at all. This is a feisty episode that we expect and hope will divide opinion. Also featured are "From A Buick 8" and the physical scars King is weaving into his stories, and the 14 dark tales of "Everything's Eventual" . Walk with us if you d...
2023-03-131h 16
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 00s Pt 2 - NO SPOILERS DARK TOWERJoin Matt and Jamie as they walk along the beam of The Tower - Wolves of The Calla, Song of Susannah and The Dark Tower . This episode has had all spoilers filetted out so you are safe to listen to if you haven't finished your quest to The Dark Tower. We don't want to spoil anything for you , but this gives you a flavour of this time in King's career. Also featured are "From A Buick 8" and the physical scars King is weaving into his stories, and the 14 dark tales of "Everything's Eventual" . Walk with us if you dare. x...
2023-03-1349 min
KingsizeKing Through The Ages :- The 00s Pt 1It's the new millenium . King is still with us , despite staring his own mortality in the face after an accident in 99. But it's a very different author we see at the start of the century , and Dreamcatcher - or Cancer as it was originally called , and Black House are testament to this . And King opens up to the world in "On Writing". Join Matt and Jamie as they enter the new dawn of the King.
2023-03-061h 06KingsizeRiding The BulletMatt and Simon nervously stick their thumbs out on the dark highway and hitch a ride into one of King's classic campfire stories . They discover risk, regret and deals with the devil along the way. They look at what became the world's first mass published e book , and put it in the ring with the "portable magic" of the paperback. Fancy a ride ?
2023-02-271h 02KingsizeKingsize meets Sasha Bates ( Shrink The Box)Ever wondered why Tony Soprano’s therapist stuck with him? Why Fleabag is obsessed with sex or why Walter White is always in his underpants? This week Matt meets psychotherapist Sasha Bates, the co host of new podcast "Shrink The Box', where fictional characters such as Shiv from Succession, Omar from the Wire and Ross from Friends are put on the couch to analyse why their behaviour causes them so much drama.
We talk therapy, mental health, box sets and much more !
2023-02-201h 01KingsizeDrunken Fireworks"BANG! What’s that? Bang-Bang! Oh, Hark, The guns are shooting in the dark! Little guns and big ones too, Bang-bang-bang! What shall I do?" - Enid Blyton
Come shine bright like a firework with Matt and Si as they ignore advice to keep a safe distance back, but go right into oen of King's classic short stories from " The Bazaar Of Bad Dreams"
2023-02-0148 minKingsize1408Take the lift up to the "13th" floor and join Matt and Simon as they enter Room 1408 in The Dolphin Hotel. Will you last longer than an hour ? Bloody hope so as the episode is nearly 90 mins ! Let's join hands , take a breath and look at the short story , the film adaptation and the broken heart of both. Warning - HippyDippyShit at one point.
2023-01-231h 35KingsizeThe Road Virus Heads NorthSimon & Matt shake off the January blues with a full throttle road trip into one of King's short stories from " Everything's Eventual". They also look at the TV adaptation and discuss if objects in the rearview really do appear closer than they are. watch out for the canine landmines...
2023-01-131h 16KingsizeBilly Summers ( with Kim C )For this special episode to kick start 2023, Simon and Matt are joined by the wonderful Kim C from The Underrated Stephen King podcast. Kim brings class and insight , the boys bring questionable impressions and even a sing along. The three dissect King's novel , discuss the prose and the relationships , and also become casting directors as they talk Billy adaptations. There's even a Sean Penn in a lift anecdote. Happy New Year x
2023-01-012h 30
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Chris Jiggins from "discoverderrymaine"Join us for a special ep of Survivor Type where the new castaway is none other than Chris Jiggins of "discoverderrymaine". Chris is from Port Hope, Canada and shares some incredible stories about the cast he met when It chapters 1 and 2 were filmed there . Stories may include meetings with a certain owner of Secondhand Rose ; what is was like to be involved with the filming ; some great stories on the locations ... and of course Chris' choices of King goodies to keep him sane on the sands.
2022-12-281h 15
KingsizeThe Long Talk - Jack Harding : Dark Lines & Warning SignsJoin Matt and Jack as they venture into a dark and brooding world of twists and turns where things are rarely as they seem, and terror reigns supreme....
Jack talks us through the tales of psychological horror that make up "Dark Lines" and we also have a world exclusive in a sneak peek and author read of the upcoming "Warning Signs". Warning :- James Corden Abuse within the episode.
2022-12-241h 22
KingsizeThe Long Talk - Jack Harding : Ripper StJoin Matt in the first episode of The Long Talk ( yes I know puns aren't big or clever ) as he has a deep chat with Jack Harding , dark fiction author of Ripper Street and Dark Lines. In this episode , Jack talks about the process of creating the semi alternate Victorian London - where imaginations run wild and madness reigns supreme. What drew him to The Ripper ? How did he approach his first collection ? All this and much much more - come walk the cobbled streets with us if you dare .
2022-12-241h 28
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 90s Pt 3We round off the 90s with a horror high - from fan favourite Desparation to it's troublesome twin The Regulators; from the so called Last Castle Rock story "Needful Things" to the study of grief and crisis in the highly personal "Bag Of Bones"... Join us as we complete this decade and century and head towards an event like no other....
2022-12-121h 00
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 90s Pt 2In this episode acclaimed author Jamie Stewart and Kingsize host Matt Robinson keep their feet grounded and their hearts in their mouth as they cast their 90s lense on the domestic horror of Dolores Clairborne , Gerald’s Game, Green Mile and The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon. King shows us that the world really does have teeth , and more often than not in the 90s , they bite.
2022-12-051h 18
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 90s Pt 1We left the 80s in a Dark ( Half) place , and start the 90s with King in a sober & vulnerable place. We’ve got a hell of a lot of books and themes to cover. For this decade we divide the books not chronologically but into themes , and we kick off with the 90s book related to The Dark Tower. Come walk the beam with us in that landmark decade for Sai King. All things serve the beam.
2022-11-281h 15
KingsizeKing Through The Ages : The 80s Pt 3The final chapter in our trip down 80s memory lane sees us shacking up with Annie Wilkes , scratching our beards at the loony tunes of The Tommyknockers and wanting to hug an author when we meet that not very nice guy George Stark. Matt also gets a deep insight into the traditions and approaches of being a writer thanks to co hosting with the acclaimed horror author Jamie Stewart ! And ratings - the boys get ready to go all I'm A Celebrity and hand out the stars to the 80s cast of novels.
2022-11-211h 03
KingsizeKing Through The Ages :The 80s Pt 2So that plan to do the 80s in one episode proved to be as ambitious as trying to remember the cast list of "Under The Dome" without a cheat sheet. Just full of meaty goodness - King is having a wild ride in the 80s and we would love you to join us as we get lost in the blizzards of that decade. We talk Thinner, Talisman, It , Skeleton Crew and The Drawing Of The Three..
2022-11-141h 11
KingsizeKing Through The Ages: The 80s Pt 1We leave the 70s behind for a trip through the trip that is the 80s. Experimental and fearless . Some stimulants may have been involved ( Sai King , not us ) .
Join Matt and Jamie as they start to excavate the 80s through the lens of Stephen King and his masterpieces .
2022-11-071h 02
KingsizeSurvivor Type- Matt RobinsonThis special episode hurls the other half of Kingsize - Matt Robinson - onto the sand as the Survivor Type. Check out his choice of fave King books, album, film , non King book , luxury item and which King tome he throws in the flames. First though, he has to deal with a previous castaway who is claiming squatter's rights.
2022-11-041h 07
KingsizeKing Through The Ages: The 1970sJoin Matt and special guest host Jamie Stewart as they pull a Jake Epping and time travel back to the 70s. They discuss the decade that bought King to the world with the fiery "Carrie " right though to "The Dead Zone". They look at the themes King weaved into his stories; the books with bite ( "Salem's Lot" please rise up ) to the tricky times of "Rage". Unmissable for any King fan.
2022-10-311h 09
KingsizeKingsize Meets Steven WeberJoin us in this electric interview with Steven Weber - the man behind the voice of the audiobook of "IT". Steven takes us deep into Derry as we learn about how he bought Pennywise and The Losers to life in such a memorable way . We talk to the man who played Jack Torrance in "Stephen King's The Shining" about the leap from the page to the screen . And social media , microwaves , politicians and Pot Noodles all take a star turn in The Big Interview.
2022-09-031h 11
KingsizeIT On Screen Pt 2The final fling with the silver screen is here . We carry on into the heart of Derry , look at the hits and misses , and get caught up in the Eddies and streams.
Oh yeah , and we announce our Very Special Guest for our IT finale episode ! You will float ....
2022-08-261h 48
KingsizeIT On Screen Pt 1Matt and Simon lift their eyes from the page and shift it to the screen as we examine the It mini series Pt 1 and Andy Muschietti's "It Chapter One". Do all things float on the screen on do they sink under the sewers? .... Oh, and a letter from Stephen King arrives halfway through recording to put the Thing Of Evil amonst the Pennywise pigeons.
2022-08-261h 59
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Kingsize's Simon BThis special episode catapaults one half of Kingsize - Stephen King legend Simon Balcon - onto the island as the Survivor Type . Check out his cunning choices , his King lifeboats and signal flares , and a deeper dive into the craft of acting and the power of belief.
2022-07-291h 10
KingsizeKingsize Insights With Stephen King scholar Vincent NeytJoin us as Simon and Matt palaver with the Stephen King expert Vincent Neyt. He's currently writing a PhD on how King wrote "It" from first idea to first edition . His insights are revelatory ; he shares what it was like seeing the early drafts of King's works and of course , what it's like to correspond with Sai King himself ! For any King fan , this is a must listen !
2022-07-081h 25
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Derry Public RadioThis desert island is in for a treat - swimming from the waves are CM and Josh ( with the thoughts of Ben too !) from the Stephen King podcast bookclub Derry Public Radio. This riotous 2 hour bumper episode - hosted by both Matt & Simon from Kingsize - dives deep & flies high . It's a regular "haunt" of Stephen King podcasters.
From discussing our castaways' fascinating choices , we also palaver about meeting the great man himself ; King's hits & misses with female characters ; the virtues of short stories and doorstoppers ; Stephen King Burlesque ... Oh - and Holly Gibney, shit weasels and m...
2022-06-172h 12
KingsizeIT Readalong Part 5 : The Ritual Of ChudJoin us constant listeners as we finish our epic narrative journey through the clutches of Derry. We talk about what it means to survive ; what it costs to forget and the power of love. It's emosh for sure.
"Fiction is the truth inside the lie, and the truth of this fiction is simple enough: the magic exists" - SK
2022-05-301h 58
House Rich Podcast with Matt ParkerInterview with Robinson Smith - The Smith ManoeuvreMeet Robinson:
Robinson graduated from the University of Victoria with a double major in Economics and Chinese Studies in 1995. During his time at UVic, he also studied Mandarin in Beijing and Shanghai and upon graduation worked in various sectors in China including international trade and investment while serving as acting Commercial Counselor at the Canadian Embassy in Beijing.
After obtaining an International Business MBA from Simon Fraser University in 2003, Robinson returned again to China to become vice president of The Balloch Group, a boutique international investment bank based in Beijing and worked on various projects...
2022-05-1822 min
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Bowie On MarsMatt's Survivor Type this episode is the fascinating Constant Reader aka bowie_on_mars. As a clinical psychologist, he has a unique & thought provoking take on Stephen King's work; as a Stephen King collector he has a dedication to the beauty of books; as a guest he's an absolute riot. Articulate, passionate and beautifully irreverant in all the right places - you're not gonna want to miss this one !
2022-05-0556 min
KingsizeIT Readalong Part 4 : July of 1958The boys smell something fishy about King's new writing ; talk about the balance that parents need to strike in their love - the juggle is real ; pull apart what Power means and look at the history of Pennywise. It's getting floaty as we approach the final steps of the journey.
2022-04-301h 45
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Balt ImmortalMatt's Survivor Type this episode is Baltimore Horror Bookstagrammer balt_immortal aka Marshall. It's a soulful deep dive into the books which light up Marshall , and which King novel fuels the flames on the island. It's a love letter to bookstagram , a discussion on addiction & redemption and a celebration of King's darker side. It's unmissable - come join us on the island as night draws in and the lobstrosities start to emerge from the waves.
2022-04-1148 min
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Kelly BrocklehurstJoin us as we castaway Kelly onto the island to be this episode's Survivor Type. Kelly is a writer, in demand beta reader , and co editor with Jamie Stewart of Welcome To The Funhouse. We have a blast chewing over her choices , get nostalgic for the 90s and celebrate the joy of the public library. And ask - if you could edit Stephen King himself which book and why ?
2022-04-0542 min
KingsizeIT Readalong Part 3 : Grown UpsSo its a cool coincidence that we recorded the episode on Grown Ups on Si's birthday. Or is there no such thing as coincidence ? Come and jump into Pt 3 with us as we grapple with the concept of putting more mileage on the clock, the energy of nostalgia , the roots of friendship & a Killer Clown.
2022-03-311h 28
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Kim C Underrated SK PodcastIt's a Stephen King podcast mash up folks ! I had the most soulful chat with the open hearted King aficionado extraordinaire Kim C . Kingsize Podcast met the Year Of The Underrated Stephen King Podcast and the sparks and banter flew . Join us as we discuss Kim C's choices in depth , find out which King novel would fan the flames; and why Neil Gaiman , Tori Amos and Thom Yorke would all be welcome on the desert island.
2022-03-2744 min
KingsizeKingsize Insights- Sarah Pearse Interview"Imagine a universe where Agatha Christie and Stephen King collaborate on a book" ! Join Matt as he spends an hour in deep conversation with the global bestselling author Sarah Pearse. We talk through her smash hit debut novel "The Sanatorium " ( no spoilers - all safe here! ) ; talk about how books truly are a uniquely portable magic ; look at the divisive nature of fictional characters & the relationship between writer and constant reader . And an exclusive look forward at the next novel , "The Retreat".
2022-03-1059 minKingsizeKingsize Insights - Matt Saunders InterviewJoin the two Matts as they chat ! Matt Saunders is the illustrator of the new Stephen King "Thrilling Suspense" Hodder books . We talk about what it's like to get sign off from The Ultimate Storyteller himself ; chat about how Matt got the gig and his creative process in designing these beautiful works of art . Oh, and we try and work out how the hell people can get hold of the elusive "Tom Gordon"!
2022-03-0150 min
KingsizeIT Readalong Part 2 : June of 1958Join us fellow constants in the Barrens and sewers of Derry , as we float our paper boats in the murky waters of Stephen King's masterpiece .
In this second episode we focus on Part 2 and Interlude 2 . No spoilers . You'll float too .
2022-02-261h 52
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Jack HardingAre you brave enough to take the plunge ? The rules of engagement - you are shipwrecked on a desert island . You are a Survivor Type though and have some trusty items to keep insanity and the lobstrosities at bay ! 3 Stephen King novels ; 1 non King novel ; a non King novel ; an album , a film and a luxury item . Oh , and you have permission to throw one Stephen King book onto the campfire as the cold night draws in . Join the awesome Jack Harding , author of " Ripper Country", " React " and " Driving In The Dark" to name a few - you won't re...
2022-02-1341 min
KingsizeKingsize Survivor Type - Jamie StewartAre you brave enough to take the plunge ? The rules of engagement - you are shipwrecked on a desert island . You are a Survivor Type though and have some trusty items to keep insanity and the lobstrosities at bay ! 3 Stephen King novels ; 1 non King novel ; a non King novel ; an album , a film and a luxury item . Oh , and you have permission to throw one Stephen King book onto the campfire as the cold night draws in . Join our first castaway -Jamie Stewart , author of " I Hear The Clattering Of The Keys" and " Price Manor : The House That Bleeds "...
2022-02-1024 min
KingsizeIT Readalong Part 1 :The Shadow BeforeJoin us fellow constants in the Barrens and the sewers of Derry, as we float our paper boats in the murky waters of Stephen King's masterpiece.
In the opening episode we solely focus on Part 1 and Interlude 1 with no spoilers, and some amazing listener emails. You'll float too.
2022-01-301h 38KingsizeKingsize Insights - Interview with The Outsider ZineI was lucky to have over an hour in the wonderful company of Steph McKenna, the editor of The Outsider Zine - a Stephen King zine project with personal essays, poems & illustrations responding to King by artists of marginalised gender. It's a stunning passion project which breaths fresh insights and reframing of King's astonishing work. Join us on the inside of the Outsider as we chat about Carrie, On Writing , Christine, The Dark Tower, Misery , Cujo , IT and more.
2021-12-291h 14Kingsize13 : Dr SleepCome and join us steamheads, as we hang out with Azzie The Cat, Doctor Danny Torrance and of course Rose The Hat. We look at the "sequel" to the classic "The Shining"; discuss why this novel is an ode to redemption & also a hidden gem prose wise, and stick two fingers up to the Itty Bitty Shitty Committee that lurks within us all. Happy holidays ! x
2021-12-221h 48KingsizeKingsize Insights - Interview with Jamie StewartJoin us for a very special "Insights" episode where Matt spends two hours in the warm & insightful company of horror author Jamie Stewart. We chat about his chronological reads of all Stephen King's work and go deep into all things King ; we discuss Jamie's new collection " I Hear The Clattering Of The Keys" and what inspires him to 'peel back the skin of normality to show that insanity & horror are only a scrap away'. Sit back & enjoy the ride - I guarantee you will leave armed with a huge Xmas list of new indie horror books to buy !
2021-11-251h 47Kingsize12: The ShiningJoin us as we check into The Overlook Hotel. Matt has kindly allowed Simon to stay in Room 217 , but there are many other demons lurking in the lengthy corridors . Come with us as we gingerly poke the wasps' nest, go deep into the themes of anger & retribution , and ride our trikes away from the scary monsters, hedgewise & human.
2021-11-112h 03KingsizeKingsize Halloween SpecialJoin us if you dare for our Halloween Special 1 hour episode. The lunatic has taken over the asylum & the tricks - and a couple of treats - come faster than Michael Myer's blade. Test your mettle in our Mastermind Stephen King Quiz , play "The Door" - will you have the nerves to stay the night in Salem's Lot; The Overlook or cosied up to Pennywise in Derry ? It's the podcast equivalent of Squid Game - put your clown outfit on and let's get dark. x
2021-10-3059 minKingsize11: Salem's LotLet the right ones in and join the boys as they poke inside the sleepy town of Salem's Lot & uncover it's terrible secrets within. We invite you to load up on garlic, put another stake on the barbie and let's go hunting for vampires... and much more.
2021-10-091h 59KingsizeKingsize Bonus - Thankee SaiTo have a celebration of the joy of doing Kingsize & the awesomeness of our listeners , join the boys for a special bonus episode ! We talk about all things King - which heroine and hero would be at your party ? What King adaptation would be playing on the telly ? Which baddie would get barred ? What's your desert island King ? And if you had to chop off a body part what ya going for first ?
2021-10-0131 minKingsize10: FirestarterJoin Matt & Si as they dare to hold their hands close to the flame of this classic novel. It's a 2 hour plus bonanza episode that addresses parenthood, the need for control , the power of the feminine & Martin Sheen's hair. Burn after hearing.
2021-09-152h 18KingsizeKingsize Insights - Interview with Violet CastroJoin Matt in the first ever "Kingsize Insights" episode as he dives deep with the Mexican American writer Violet Castro. We talk about her work - including her latest masterpiece, "Queen Of The Cicadas". We discuss being a voice for the voiceless, the resilience needed to be a writer & full time parent, the power of eroticism & the dreams that shape us. And shape shifting jaguars. Join us if you dare.
2021-08-121h 06Kingsize9: Cujo Pt 2As the heat rises in the Pinto & Cujo digs his rabid heels in , we chew apart the sticky question - " What would you do ?" . It's one hell of a quandry. Si also shares the latest on his Frank Darabont "project" & we look at whether the film has any bite.
2021-08-081h 14Kingsize8: Cujo Pt 1Stephen King wanted this book to feel like " a brick thrown through a window" It certainly has that devastating impact on the boys. In an emotionally charged two parter they explore the themes of addiction , the legacy of neglect , the cost of not following the signs and ask "who excatly is the real villain of this masterpiece" ?
2021-08-061h 38Kingsize7: The Dark Half Pt 2We move our lens to George A Romero's film adaptation , and dream big with alternative castings. The boys also have an in depth chat re the process of method acting & celebrate pipe smoking female professors.
2021-06-2444 minKingsize6: The Dark Half Pt 1"Can you outrun your shadow?" The boys ponder this existential question , alongside a progress report on Frank Darabont's re writing of the end of "The Mist" ! Come and spend some time with the delightful George Stark if you dare. The Sparrows are flying.
2021-06-241h 37Kingsize5: The Sun DogWelcome to the Emporium Galorium. Enter through it's doors if you dare .... Here we tackle the beast that is The Sun Dog , one of the stories in King's " Four Past Midnight". Shake it , shake it , shake it like a polaroid picture....
2021-06-241h 23Kingsize4: Cycle Of The WerewolfTime to bark at the moon as we find ourselves stuck in Tarker's Mill with some rather unsavoury hosts for company ( and we're not talkin' about Matt and Si ) Soundtrack by Stephen King and The Novelettes. A Silver Bullet in the head as we also look at Dan Attias' film adaptation.
2021-06-241h 30Kingsize3: Misery Pt 2The boys make the switch from the page to the screen as they go amputated toe to toe with Kathy Bates and discuss Rob Reiner's film.
2021-06-2458 minKingsize2: Misery Pt 1"I'm your number one fan". Words that strike the fear into the heart of anyone. The boys hole up in the deep snowbound cabin with Paul & Annie and dive into King's seminal work. No pre op shots required thankfully.
2021-06-241h 25Kingsize1: The MistFor the first episode of Kingsize, the boys come out of the gates strong with an in depth analysis of both the novella and the film adaptation of "The Mist" . No actual Frank Darabonts were harmed in the making of this podcast.
2021-06-231h 21
Serendipity SoupSimon OliverThe first ever episode of Serendipity Soup - the antidote to celebrity success podcasts!This one is with Simon Oliver, Digital Play Discovery Lead at Lego's Creative Play Lab, who talks about the highs and lows of his work in the video games industry, his love of duck-billed platypuses and why 'Jodorowsky's Dune' contains a great message for striving creatives and anyone else who needs to balance vision with practicality.There is some discussion of depression in the last 10 minutes or so of this podcast, which I thought I should mention just in...
2021-06-0653 min
Get the Popular Titles Audiobooks in Fiction, HumorI, Regress (Complete Series) Audiobook by Matt Berry, Tara FlynnPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com to download full audiobooks of your choice for free.
Title: I, Regress (Complete Series)
Author: Matt Berry, Tara Flynn
Narrator: Matt Berry, Katherine Parkinson, Morgana Robinson, Simon Greenall, Jack Klaff, Alex Lowe, Derek Griffiths
Format: Original Recording
Length: 1 hr and 25 mins
Language: English
Release date: 06-12-12
Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited
Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 13 votes
Genres: Fiction, Humor
Publisher's Summary:
Matt Berry plays a corrupt and bizarre hypnotherapist taking unsuspecting clients on twisted, misleading journeys through their subconscious minds. Each episode sees the doctor dealing with a different client who has come to him...
2012-06-121h 25
ICISradioICIS radio: APIC 07: From our own correspondentMatt Kovac, ICIS Chemical Business chief Asia correspondent talks about South East Asian Chemicals producers ideas for withstanding Middle Eastern Competition, and whether APIC is the forum to do it.
2007-05-2204 min