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Episode 7 Had Us Yelling at the TV | Welcome to Derry Review In this episode of Thumb War, we review Welcome to Derry Episode 7 (2025) — an hour of television that somehow delivers peak Pennywise and peak frustration at the same time. We talk: Why the Pennywise stage performance works so well Andy Muschietti's blink-and-you'll-miss-it organ-grinder cameo The Black Spot fire, emotional shortcuts, and broken horror logic When tragedy feels earned… and when it absolutely doesn't If you're wondering whether Welcome to Derry is sticking the landing — or quietly falling apart — Episode 7 gives us plenty to argue about. Email us → thumbwarpod@gmail.com Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes + bonus shows: http://bit.ly/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Da7e and Neil tackle the intensity of yellow smoke and Bill Skarsgård's Pennywise as Welcome to Derry delivers its penultimate season one episode. In The Calm [04:52], they attempt to unravel rules of the entity's dragonglass pillar cage, highlight the show's exploration of 1960s American politics, and go deep on the quality of digital smoke and carefully stitched oners. Then in The Storm [01:06:56], your faithful hosts break down the trailer for the season finale and make some bold predictions, including some wild swings that involve flash-forwards and unexpected cameos. Next week, the Derry era comes to a close with the season one finale, "Winter Fire." To interact with the show, send your comments and questions to stormofspoilers@gmail.com, and follow us on Twitter/X and Bluesky @Da7eandNeil. You can also support Da7e and Neil and get all kinds of bonus content (from the Game of Thrones era to the LOST rewatch to our Twin Peaks rewatch project to our current Adventure Pod and Leftovers watch project) by subscribing to our Patreon here: patreon.com/Da7eandNeil

A TRULY STAND-OUT HOUR OF TELEVISION!! Gift Someone (Or Yourself) A Stranger Things RR Tee! https://shorturl.at/hekk2 IT: Welcome to Derry Full Episode Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Vecna: The Mind Slayer tee by @G9DESIGN & Dr. Stranger Things tee by @SASAMIIKU — perfect for hardcore fans & collectors alike! IT (2017) Movie Reaction:    • IT (2017) SCARED THE CRAP OUT OF US!! MOVI...   IT: Chapter Two (2019) Movie Reaction:    • IT CHAPTER 2 (2019) IS STILL FREAKIN' SCAR...   With The Running Man & The Long Walk out + Stephen King's "IT" more popular than ever, the Scream Queens (Tara & Roxy) + Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) RETURN for their penultimate IT: Welcome to Derry Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & Andrew Gordon react to IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 7 — “The Black Spot,” the penultimate chapter of HBO's Stephen King prequel series. Set in 1962 Derry, Maine and developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs, the show has been steadily peeling back the town's poisoned history and Pennywise's 30-year cycle of fear. Episode 7 airs Sunday, December 7, 2025 on HBO and Max, and multiple official previews say it's extra-long (feature-length) and pivotal, treating the Black Spot tragedy as a major turning point for the season's mythology. As teased at the end of Episode 6, “The Black Spot” centers on the looming attack against the Black-owned club — an event long referenced in Stephen King's IT lore — and shows how human hatred and Pennywise's influence feed into one another. Previews suggest the night erupts into chaos, pulling the Hanlons, Hallorann, and the kids into a desperate attempt to survive and uncover what's really driving Derry toward violence, while the town's buried history threatens to ignite into something supernatural and catastrophic. Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 6 of Welcome to Derry finally feels like the show hitting full stride. On this episode of Thumb War, we break down the darkest chapter yet — from Pennywise's unsettling origin story to Ingrid's role in feeding the horror beneath Derry. Jason and Rachel debate the black-and-white flashbacks, the show's obsession with daddy issues, and whether this episode recontextualizes everything we've seen so far. If you've been waiting for Welcome to Derry to fully deliver on its promise, Episode 6 might be the turning point. Spoilers ahead for Episode 6. Email us → thumbwarpod@gmail.com Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes + bonus shows: http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — It's a Vegas fantasy, baby! Super fun episode this week, with some juicy new details revealed by the individual formerly known as John Cena. And Karen and I are stoked to be joined by Chris and Jason from the Talking Dead podcast to talk it out. Because this show brings up so very many questions, and what two better guys to ponder them with than those guys? Mentioned: Check out Chris and Jason on the Talking Dead podcast: talkingdeadpodcast.com  Next up on Pluribus: S1E7 “The Gap”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to oneofus@podcastica.com. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Or get subsumed into our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Other Wax Episodic shows: Consider trying one of these other intelligent, engaging, oftentimes delightfully twisted shows that we cover on this very podcast: IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Cohosted by Shawn of Strange Indeed. Fallout (Amazon): A crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic melange of wholesomeness and depravity. One of the best looking shows on TV, funny as hell, violent AF (but in a cartoony way), and with a great cast, including Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets) and Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones). Not to be missed! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Kasi. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Randy. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  It's our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Pluribus, Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun, and you won't believe how wonderful it feels, Carol. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Check out other shows on our network at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Seriously, you'll be glad you did once you understand how wonderful it feels.  Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Haunted Review - 'IT: Welcome to Derry', the focus is on generational trauma, particularly the struggles of fathers in the series. Flashbacks to Juniper Hill Asylum reveal dark secrets that impact the characters' lives. Leroy grapples with family issues and the chaos in the town, while the return of the kids introduces new challenges. Character development is emphasized through pacing and interactions, particularly with Dick Halloran, who faces significant struggles. Lily's journey leads her to confront her fears and seek answers, deepening the connection to Pennywise. The influence of classic horror is evident throughout the episode, raising questions about the future of the series and its characters. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the intricacies of character development, the rising stakes in the narrative, and the impact of horror elements in the series. They explore the potential fates of key characters, the significance of the villain's journey, and the show's overall contribution to the horror genre. With humor and insightful analysis, they reflect on the series' future and its lasting impression on viewers.Catch Jon Saks and Frank Bonacci here!SadisticDraft ClassChannel F  LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGHwww.hauntedamericanhistory.comBarnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68SEbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !! APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQYOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcastwww.disturbmepodcast.com YOUTUBE⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok- @hauntedchris LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658 Patreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter- @Haunted_A_HInstagram- haunted_american_historyemail- hauntedamericanhistory@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On a rainy day a boy in a yellow slicker sailed a paper boat down a stream along a flooded street. Little Georgie was dismayed when he saw the paper boat sail into a sewer. When he had all but given up on retrieving the boat Georgie heard the voice of a curious character in the sewer, it was Pennywise the Dancing Clown. While Georgie was first caught off guard by seeing a figure in the sewer, he couldn't help himself from taking a closer look...And thus, Stephen King gifted coulrophobia to generations of kids.Sister G, Kristina with a K and John dig into one of the seminal horror stories of the '80's. It was meant to be Stephen King's final statement on the horror genre. What's a better way to bid farewell to spooky stuff than bringing all of the monsters into the fold? You have The Mummy, Frankenstein's Monster, The Werewolf, but the best part is it is all It - a creature from outside our dimension which feeds on our fear and feasts on our flesh. We know you've been watching the new show on HBO, so why not dig more into the novel with the Cold Ones gang? So, crack that cold one, and take a trip with us to Derry, if you dare.

O Reflix 163 continua explorando os mistérios sombrios de IT: Bem-Vindo à Derry episódio 6, trazendo uma análise profunda sobre o impacto dos acontecimentos recentes — especialmente após a aparição de Pennywise, que mudou completamente o rumo dos eventos. Brunão e Baconzitos discutem como o episódio amplia o clima de horror e aprofunda a conexão dos personagens com a força maligna que domina a cidade. Neste capítulo, a série mergulha ainda mais nos traumas pessoais, nas pistas sobre o passado de Derry e nos efeitos psicológicos causados pela presença do palhaço dançarino. Ao comentar IT: Bem-Vindo à Derry episódio 6, nossos apresentadores levantam teorias sobre o verdadeiro papel de Pennywise na narrativa, analisam as referências ao universo de Stephen King e discutem como a temporada começa a se encaminhar para momentos ainda mais sombrios. Se você está acompanhando episódio a episódio e quer entender cada detalhe escondido pela série, o Reflix 163 traz tudo o que você precisa para aprofundar sua experiência em Derry — e preparar os nervos para o que ainda vem pela frente.

Jason Fuchs is the writer, co-creator, executive producer, and co-showrunner of HBO Max's IT: WELCOME TO DERRY. The series serves as a prequel to the successful IT films and explores the origins of the infamous killer clown Pennywise. Set in 1962, it follows a family that arrives in Derry, Maine, just as children begin to disappear. Jason made his feature writing debut with the box office hit ICE AGE: CONTINENTAL DRIFT, which at the time of its release was the highest-grossing animated film internationally and made Jason the youngest screenwriter to have a film gross over $250M. He then went on to co-write Warner Brothers' acclaimed 2017 film WONDER WOMAN starring Gal Gadot. He also wrote New Line's IT: CHAPTER 2. In this interview, we talk about his adaptation work and how he approaches each project, his involvement with the IT universe, collaborating with Stephen King, long-form storytelling in TV, balancing fan expectation and originality, and much more. Want more? Steal my first book, INK BY THE BARREL - SECRETS FROM PROLIFIC WRITERS, right now for free. Simply head over to www.brockswinson.com to get your free digital download and audiobook. If you find value in the book, please share it with a friend as we're giving away 100,000 copies this year. It's based on over 400 interviews here at Creative Principles. Enjoy! If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts? It only takes about 60 seconds, and it really helps convince some of the hard-to-get guests to sit down and have a chat (simply scroll to the bottom of your iTunes Podcast app and click “Write Review"). Enjoy the show!

Laci, Matt, and returning guest Cinematic Joshua pay a visit to The Cabin In The Woods, where things are not quite as they seem. We get the feeling somebody's watching us, and pumping chemicals into our scalps to make us stupider and hornier than we usually are, and suddenly we're tossing around the old pigskin and vroom-vrooming on our dirtbikes. What's going on????  Next week (Dec. 12, 2025): We revisit Derry, Maine by talking about Stephen King's It (the 1990 TV movie starring Tim Curry as Pennywise the Dancing Clown)!    Time stamps: 00:02:44 — History segment: HP Lovecraft and cosmic horror; the intertwined careers of Drew Goddard and Joss Whedon; MGM's financial troubles delay the release of Cabin for three years; accusations against Joss Whedon; Drew Goddard's career after Cabin in the Woods   00:26:39 — Movie discussion  01:46:355— Final thoughts and star ratings    Sources: "Joss Whedon talks The Cabin In The Woods" | Total Film (2012) - https://bit.ly/48sW7xx    "Life Goes On: Drew Goddard on The Martian" by Christopher McKittrick | Creative Screenwriting (2016) - https://bit.ly/4qdFhsI   "The Undoing of Joss Whedon" by Lila Shapiro | Vulture (2022) - https://bit.ly/3W7Wmql    Follow Cinematic Joshua! TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cinematicjoshua  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ratedawesomeshow  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ratedawesomeshow/     Artwork by Laci Roth.    Music by Rural Route Nine. Listen to their album The Joy of Averages on Spotify (https://bit.ly/48WBtUa), Apple Music (https://bit.ly/3Q6kOVC), or YouTube (https://bit.ly/3MbU6tC).   Songs by Rural Route Nine in this episode: "Your Ambition" - https://youtu.be/ZHudVTCkrQY "Winston-Salem" - https://youtu.be/-acMutUf8IM "Snake Drama" - https://youtu.be/xrzz8_2Mqkg "The Bible Towers of Bluebonnet" - https://youtu.be/k7wlxTGGEIQ    Follow the show!  Twitter: @1weekrental | @MattStokes9 | @LRothConcepts Facebook: @1weekrental Instagram: @1weekrental TikTok: @1weekrental | @mattstokes9 Letterboxd: @loadbearinglaci | @mattstokes9 Bluesky: @1weekrental.bsky.social  

We're diving straight into Derry for a creepy and hilarious IT inspired Would You Rather challenge. Think you could survive the strange choices and unsettling scenarios from the world of Welcome to Derry? If you love IT, Stephen King's universe, horror challenges, creepy Would You Rather games, or Welcome to Derry, this one is for you. Grab your popcorn, settle in, and see if YOU can handle what's coming. Get more show at MZNOWWatch the full episode on YouTube:YouTube.com/@michaelzavalaFollow the Guys:Michael Zavala @michaelzavalaEric Star @mrericstarClark @justsimplyclarkFollow the Show:Instagram: @mznowtvwww.MZNOW.tvProduced at mzStudiosmzStudiosDallas.com

Dive back into Derry with us as we break down Episodes 5 & 6 of IT: Welcome to Derry — the twists, the scares, the character turns, and every Stephen King reference you might've missed.

A weekly podcast discussing each episode of the HBO Max television series IT: WELCOME TO DERRY.

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HUGE REVEALS THIS WEEK!! IT: Welcome to Derry Full Episode Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & Andrew Gordon dive into Episode 6 of IT: Welcome to Derry, the supernatural horror prequel set in 1962 Derry, Maine and developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs. After Episode 5's long-awaited Pennywise reveal, the back half of the season shifts into higher gear — escalating the town's paranoia, government interference, and the kids' desperate fight to understand what's living beneath Derry. Episode 6, “In the Name of the Father,” is officially confirmed as the next installment and continues the fallout from the Neibolt Street events. Public previews indicate a heavier focus on Dick Hallorann as he's forced to rely on his psychic “Shine” in the face of mounting evil, while the approaching tragedy of The Black Spot looms larger over Derry's future. Episode 6 leans into deeper IT-mythology — including hints toward Pennywise's unsettling human identity “Bob Gray” and new visions that blur the line between memory, fear, and manipulation. Key cast members driving the episode include: Bill Skarsgård (Barbarian, Hemlock Grove) as Pennywise / It, now emerging more openly as the town spirals; Jovan Adepo (Babylon, Creed II) as Leroy Hanlon; Taylour Paige (Zola, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom) as Charlotte Hanlon; Chris Chalk (Perry Mason, Gotham) as Dick Hallorann, whose connection to the Shine ties directly into Derry's evil, & More. With Pennywise's influence spreading, Derry's institutions fracturing, & the kids pushing closer to the truth at huge personal cost, Episode 6 promises more lore, bigger scares, and a nasty ramp-up toward the season's final catastrophe. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/Agor711⁠ Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/roxystriar⁠ Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/⁠ Twitter: ⁠ https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson⁠ Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of PennyWise, host John Kiernan and guest Luke Powers discuss the latest trends in charitable giving, how listeners can make the biggest impact with their contributions, and strategies for avoiding scams. With the burden of inflation, high debt levels, and an uncertain job market, many people feel like they can’t afford to give back, and charitable organizations are struggling to get enough funding. But if you make the right moves, you can still make the world a better place, even with limited funds. We’ll help with that by covering the best charities by category, organizations to avoid and much more. John answers some of your questions, too. More on this episode from WalletHub: Best Charity Credit Cards & Charity Calculator  To find the best charities overall and by category, check out SmileHub's picks for the year’s best charities to donate to.

HUGE REVEALS THIS WEEK!! IT: Welcome to Derry Full Episode Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & Andrew Gordon dive into Episode 6 of IT: Welcome to Derry, the supernatural horror prequel set in 1962 Derry, Maine and developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs. After Episode 5's long-awaited Pennywise reveal, the back half of the season shifts into higher gear — escalating the town's paranoia, government interference, and the kids' desperate fight to understand what's living beneath Derry. Episode 6, “In the Name of the Father,” is officially confirmed as the next installment and continues the fallout from the Neibolt Street events. Public previews indicate a heavier focus on Dick Hallorann as he's forced to rely on his psychic “Shine” in the face of mounting evil, while the approaching tragedy of The Black Spot looms larger over Derry's future. Episode 6 leans into deeper IT-mythology — including hints toward Pennywise's unsettling human identity “Bob Gray” and new visions that blur the line between memory, fear, and manipulation. Key cast members driving the episode include: Bill Skarsgård (Barbarian, Hemlock Grove) as Pennywise / It, now emerging more openly as the town spirals; Jovan Adepo (Babylon, Creed II) as Leroy Hanlon; Taylour Paige (Zola, Ma Rainey's Black Bottom) as Charlotte Hanlon; Chris Chalk (Perry Mason, Gotham) as Dick Hallorann, whose connection to the Shine ties directly into Derry's evil, & More. With Pennywise's influence spreading, Derry's institutions fracturing, & the kids pushing closer to the truth at huge personal cost, Episode 6 promises more lore, bigger scares, and a nasty ramp-up toward the season's final catastrophe. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Un nuevo episodio de la serie IT: Welcome to Derry, nos acerca más al temible payaso Pennywise y su reino de terror en el pueblo de Derry.

The boys are back in town and back together. Na een epische trip naar Zuid-Korea en daarna een klein uitstapje naar Japan zijn Koos en Huey eindelijk weer herenigd met Jelle. In deze afleveringen bespreken de boys hun trip in het buitenland en alle films die ze die weken, in het vliegtuig, hebben gekeken.Stranger ThingsHet laatste seizoen van Stranger Things is eindelijk begonnen en Koos kon natuurlijk niet wachten om erin te duiken. In deze aflevering bespreken Koos, Huey en Jelle samen de eerste aflevering van het slotseizoen, met alle verwachtingen, verrassingen en theorieën die direct losbarsten na de opening van dit langverwachte finale hoofdstuk. Hoe voelt de sfeer? Werkt de toon? En zet dit een waardige afsluiter neer voor een van de grootste series van de afgelopen tien jaar? De mannen nemen je mee door hun eerste indrukken, sterke momenten en mogelijke hints naar wat komen gaat.IT: Welcome to DerryDaarnaast duiken we in IT: Welcome to Derry, de nieuwe HBO-horrorserie die dient als prequel op de moderne IT-films. De serie verkent de duistere geschiedenis van Derry in de jaren '60, waar een nieuw gezin merkt dat het kwaad al lang vóór Pennywise zijn greep had op de stad. In deze aflevering bespreken we hoe de toon, worldbuilding en scares uitpakken, en of dit een waardige uitbreiding is van het IT-universum.The Last SamuraiWe duiken ook in The Last Samurai (2003), Tom Cruise' epische historische film waarin hij kapitein Nathan Algren speelt: een Amerikaanse veteraan die worstelt met trauma, schuld en desillusie. Wanneer hij naar Japan wordt gestuurd om moderne troepen te trainen tegen de samurai, wordt hij gevangen genomen en geconfronteerd met een wereld die haaks staat op alles wat hij kent. In het dorp van de samurai leert Algren hun filosofie, discipline en eergevoel kennen, en ontstaat er een innerlijk conflict: steunt hij het opkomende Westerse militarisme of sluit hij zich aan bij een cultuur die juist wordt weggevaagd? We bespreken de film, de historische (on)nauwkeurigheid, waarom hij zo'n blijvende impact heeft én hoe de performances van Cruise en Ken Watanabe de film naar een hoger niveau tillen.

Welcome to Derry Episode 5 finally gives us what everyone's been begging for: Pennywise. In the sewer. In full nightmare mode. In this Thumb War recap, we break down everything from the genuinely awesome parts — Bill Skarsgård's terrifying Pennywise reveal, the triple-decker teeth, the contortions, the hallucinatory sewer sequences — to the parts that made us feel like we were taking crazy pills. Including: • The indigenous prophecy lore dump that explains why everyone in Derry acts insane • “There's something in the water — clown shit” (not our words, the episode's) • The soldiers making the absolute worst tactical decisions in TV history • A major character death that makes ZERO spatial sense • Whether Matty's emo sewer glow-up actually worked • Our ongoing fight with the YouTube algorithm thanks to… certain phrases • Why the acting and production design continue to be the saving grace of this series This is a spoiler-filled, chaotic, honest recap of Episode 5 — the good, the bad, and the “why is everyone in this show so dumb?” Full transcript moments include Pennywise illusions, failed plans, secret shards, hallucinations, and multiple “are you serious?” plot beats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Derry, the convergence of military and children's storylines reaches a pivotal moment at Neibolt Street. The episode explores character dynamics, unexpected twists, and the significance of supernatural elements, particularly Pennywise's transformation and the introduction of a glowing dagger shard. As the kids embark on a mission to save their friend Phil, the tension escalates, leading to a climactic confrontation in the sewers. The performances, especially from Marge, stand out, and the episode leaves viewers questioning the implications of the magical rock introduced in the narrative. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into the intricacies of storytelling, character development, and audience engagement in contemporary media. They explore the power of narration, the depth of character performances, and the comparative analysis of various shows, particularly focusing on their reactions to plot developments and critical reception. The discussion highlights the evolving expectations of audiences and the challenges faced by creators in delivering compelling narratives. Catch Jon Saks and Frank Bonacci here!SadisticDraft ClassChannel F  LINKS FOR MY DEBUT NOVEL, THE FORGOTTEN BOROUGHwww.hauntedamericanhistory.comBarnes and Noble -   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-forgotten-borough-christopher-feinstein/1148274794?ean=9798319693334AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FQPQD68SEbookGOOGLE: https://play.google.com/store/books/details?id=S5WCEQAAQBAJ&pli=1KOBO: https://www.kobo.com/us/en/ebook/the-forgotten-borough-2?sId=a10cf8af-5fbd-475e-97c4-76966ec87994&ssId=DX3jihH_5_2bUeP1xoje_SMASHWORD: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1853316 !! DISTURB ME !! APPLE - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/disturb-me/id1841532090SPOTIFY - https://open.spotify.com/show/3eFv2CKKGwdQa3X2CkwkZ5?si=faOUZ54fT_KG-BaZOBiTiQYOUTUBE - https://www.youtube.com/@DisturbMePodcastwww.disturbmepodcast.com YOUTUBE⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@hauntedchris⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok- @hauntedchris LEAVE A VOICEMAIL - 609-891-8658 Patreon- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/hauntedamericanhistory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter- @Haunted_A_HInstagram- haunted_american_historyemail- hauntedamericanhistory@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — Ooh, some creepy twists in this one, as the entire world takes a break from Carol. We're glad to see it get a little more Twilight Zone-y as it goes along. Join Jason and Karen as we talk it out.  Mentioned: Follow our Stranger Things coverage on the Strange Indeed podcast: ⁠https://podcastica.com/podcast/strangeindeed⁠ You can leave comments for the podcast on the Strange Indeed Facebook page (⁠https://www.facebook.com/StrangerTCast⁠) or by sending an email or voice message to ⁠strangerthingscastpod@gmail.com⁠  Next up on Pluribus: S1E6 “HDP”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to ⁠oneofus@podcastica.com⁠. Or join our Discord where you can leave comments and chat with hosts and other listeners: ⁠https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe⁠  Or get subsumed into our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at ⁠facebook.com/groups/podcastica⁠. Other Wax Episodic shows: Consider trying one of these other intelligent, engaging, oftentimes delightfully twisted shows that we cover on this very podcast: IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Cohosted by Shawn of Strange Indeed. Fallout (Amazon): A crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic melange of wholesomeness and depravity. One of the best looking shows on TV, funny as hell, violent AF (but in a cartoony way), and with a great cast, including Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets) and Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones). Not to be missed! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Kasi. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Randy. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  It's our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Pluribus, Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun, and you won't believe how wonderful it feels, Carol. Invitation link: ⁠https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe⁠  Check out other shows on our network at ⁠podcastica.com⁠.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: ⁠patreon.com/jasoncabassi⁠  Or go to ⁠buymeacoffee.com/cabassi⁠ for a one-time donation. Seriously, you'll be glad you did once you understand how wonderful it feels.  Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797⁠ On Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5⁠  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We finally get an eyeful of Pennywise The Dancing Clown, but we find ourselves wanting more of Dick Hallorann and how he becomes the Richard Hallorann from The Shining. And though we know this Losers Club doesn't succeed in defeating Pennywise, that doesn't mean crazy stuff ain't coming our way!

O Reflix 162 chega com um dos capítulos mais aguardados até agora: IT: Bem-Vindo à Derry episódio 5, que finalmente traz a aparição de Pennywise, o palhaço dançarino, elevando o nível de tensão e colocando os personagens diante do verdadeiro mal que assombra a cidade. Brunão e Baconzitos analisam essa estreia impactante, comentando como o episódio utiliza a presença do vilão para aprofundar o clima de horror psicológico. Além da chegada de Pennywise, o episódio intensifica o sentimento de vulnerabilidade entre os jovens protagonistas, revela novos elementos sobre a ligação entre Derry e o mal ancestral e deixa pistas importantes para os próximos capítulos. Ao discutir IT: Bem-Vindo à Derry episódio 5, nossos apresentadores exploram conexões com o livro de Stephen King, referências às adaptações anteriores e possíveis direções para a série. Se você está acompanhando cada semana e não quer perder nenhum detalhe — especialmente agora, com Pennywise ganhando destaque — o Reflix 162 entrega uma análise completa, cheia de teorias e observações que enriquecem a experiência da série.

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This week, the boys pick up DeNiro in between “The Mission” and “Goodfellas” when my man just wanted to have some FUN in “Midnight Run”, an action adventure comedy directed by Martin Brest (Beverly Hills Cop). The FBI, the cops, the mafia, bounty hunters, white collar crime, blue collar crime, smoking on airplanes…The movie looks real, the people are real, the car crashes are real, the helicopter is terrifyingly real, and DeNiro's comedy chops with Charles Grodin, Joe Pantoliano, Dennis Farina, Yaphet Kotto, and more. We open the show with some mini-reviews of “Wicked: For Good”, “The Running Man”, “Train Dreams”, and more. Grab a beer and listen along!  linktr.ee/theloveofcinema - Check out our YouTube page!  Our phone number is 646-484-9298. It accepts texts or voice messages.  0:00 Intro; 8:03 “The Running Man” - Dave's mini-review; 9:57 “Wicked: For Good” Jeff & Dave's mini-review; 17:59 Gripes; 21:03  “Nuremberg”, “Rental Family”, and “Train Dreams” - John's mini-reviews; 28:57 1988 Year in Review; 48:06 Films of 1988: “Midnight Run”; 1:23:59 What You Been Watching?; 1:32:47 Next Week's Episode Teaser Additional Cast/Crew: Donald Thorin, Philip Baker Hall, Danielle DuClos, Wendy Phillips, Dennis Farina, John Ashton, George Gallo, Brendan Frasier, Joel Edgerton, Edgar Wright, Glen Powell, Clint Bentley, Clifton Collins Jr., Felicity Jones, Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh, John Chu,  Hosts: Dave Green, Jeff Ostermueller, John Say Edited & Produced by Dave Green. Beer Sponsor: Carlos Barrozo Music Sponsor: Dasein Dasein on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/77H3GPgYigeKNlZKGx11KZ 
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This week on All Pop, No Culture, we dig into a wide spread of movies, musicals, podcasts, and horror TV—basically everything lighting up your feed (or should be). Kevin kicks things off with a review of One Battle After Another, a character-driven drama with sharp performances and a slow-burn emotional core. Andrew throws in director deep cuts, trivia, and a few wild personal stories to round out the discussion. We shift gears into true-crime meets Hollywood with a breakdown of Allison Mack's vulnerable, complicated interview on Michael Rosenbaum's podcast. The group looks at her time in the Nxivm cult, her prison experience, the contradictions in her public story, and the surprising relationship she formed after her release. Lauren brings the energy back up with her trip to see the Broadway musical Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York—a quirky, heartfelt rom-com on stage that sparks a full-scale debate on why musical adaptations either soar (Wicked, Hamilton) or crash spectacularly (Cats, West Side Story). Kevin then reviews the indie horror film Shelby Oaks, breaking down what works (atmosphere) and what really doesn't (genre chaos, FX overload). The crew compares it to classics like Blair Witch and Paranormal Activity while debating whether it's worth a rental or a “wait until streaming” kind of watch. We wrap with a deep dive into HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry, exploring its historical layers, lore, Pennywise reveals, character arcs, and how it all ties back to Stephen King's universe. With Stranger Things Season 5 on the horizon, the hype is already building for next week's episode. If you're into film analysis, musical theater takes, true-crime commentary, horror reviews, and unfiltered pop-culture conversations—you're in the right place. What We Cover One Battle After Another movie review Allison Mack interview breakdown (Nxivm + Rosenbaum podcast) Broadway's Two Strangers Carry a Cake Across New York Why musical adaptations succeed or fail Shelby Oaks horror review Found-footage classics vs. modern indie horror HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry episode 4 Stephen King universe connections Stranger Things Season 5 hype As always, thank you for watching. If you haven't already, don't forget to Like & Subscribe. We love new viewers! Also, leave us comments and let is know how we are doing and what we can be doing better. Enjoy the episode and have a great week! Facebook: @apncpodcast Twitter: @APNCPodcast Instagram: AllPopNoCulture Hashtags #AllPopNoCulture #MovieReview #TVReview #PopCulturePodcast #OneBattleAfterAnother #AllisonMack #MichaelRosenbaum #Nxivm #ShelbyOaks #BroadwayMusicals #TwoStrangersCarryACakeAcrossNewYork #WelcomeToDerry #StephenKing #HBOOriginals #HorrorReview #StreamingRecommendations #MusicalTheatre #FoundFootageHorror #PodcastDiscussion

After watching the series (so far), I'd like to say that I'm thoroughly enjoying it, and I am highly impressed with the acting. This fully embraces the fantastical scenes and effects for those horror and monster moments. However, one character really stands out, and that is Lilly Bainbridge – portrayed by the talented Clara Stack and her performance has been nothing short of paramount. If I said it was an honor and pleasure speaking with Clara, that would be an understatement. To sit down and get to know Clara and what it was like to play an exceptionally well-rounded character, these are the moments that are priceless.Getting to know Clara's character, Lilly, who we all see rides an emotional roller coaster throughout the season, tells us that there is more than what we expected. I am certain, if there is going to be a Season 2, that Lilly will be one of the few that gets to kick Pennywise's butt. However, with this being the prequel to the “It” movies, who knows what will happen during the inception. It: Welcome to Derry is still streaming on HBO Max (I realize that I said Netflix during the interview) and I am wrong, clearly, I got the streaming services mixed up. I highly recommend watching the series. It 100% grabs the essence of the era of the beginning.

Pennywise has officially graced our screens this week, and we discuss him, along with some listener feedback, Ingrid Kersh and Hank Grogan's entanglement, General Shaw 's Big Beautiful plan to entrap It in the sewers, a mysterious return along with a welcome addition to the kid group, Dick Hallorann's box problems, and everything else from this top tier episode of Welcome To Derry.A transcript of this episode can be found on Lindsey's website: https://www.1ofmystories.comIT: Welcome To Derry airs on HBOMax Sunday nights, and we will be dropping episodes of recaps, reviews, and discussions each following Thursday (or sooner!)Check out our main website for all info, videos, and episodes:https://www.sweetchildoftime.comPlease support the show athttps://patreon.com/mlmpod.comLindsey's writings, reviews, podcasts and music:https://www.1ofmystories.comJoin us at our Marsh Land Media Discord channel:https://discord.gg/aRdKmv9YbcOur podcast is brought to you by Zencastr! Use "sweetchildoftime" as your promo code for 30% off if you join:https://zen.ai/34YswfAyb8Tg_68Rugun28BAv0U3EeXAvPbnN9FTzpOU9gDo6uemPt2NxY_ET4N0

Kevin Schaeffer and Andy Walsh dive into the latest happenings in pop culture with their signature blend of geekiness and faith in this "What's News" episode. They kick things off by exploring some exciting new shows and films, including Vince Gilligan's latest sci-fi venture, which offers a unique take on humanity's struggles in a post-apocalyptic landscape. The duo also chats about the fresh adaptation of Frankenstein by Guillermo Del Toro, a film that adds emotional depth to the classic tale, proving once again that Del Toro knows how to humanize even the most monstrous figures. They also touch on the upcoming series set in Stephen King's universe, “Welcome to Derry,” which promises to be a chilling exploration of fear and childhood trauma. With witty banter and insightful commentary, Kevin and Andy keep listeners engaged and informed about the best in geek culture while reflecting on how these narratives intersect with their shared faith.Kevin and Andy dive deep into the latest and greatest in geek culture, serving up a buffet of fresh news from the realms of movies and TV. With the latest buzz surrounding a new series from Vince Gilligan, the creative mind behind classics like Breaking Bad, they explore the intricacies of a dystopian world where a hive mind controls the remnants of humanity, leaving one cynical woman to navigate a sea of happiness that feels anything but real. They dissect the science—sometimes a little too far-fetched for Andy's taste—and the philosophical undertones about independence and societal connection, making it clear that this isn't just another sci-fi series but a thought-provoking journey that questions what it truly means to be human. And let's not forget the light-hearted banter and witty digs that make their discussions so enjoyable! It's an episode packed to the brim with insightful critique and playful exchanges, ensuring listeners are not only informed but entertained. Next on the docket, the guys tackle the new Frankenstein adaptation from Guillermo del Toro, a project that's been in the works for ages and certainly lives up to expectations. With del Toro's signature flair for the macabre and the beautifully tragic, Kevin and Andy discuss how this adaptation reinterprets the classic tale, emphasizing themes of parenthood and the profound connections we forge, even in the darkest of circumstances. They navigate through the performances, with Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi shining in their roles, and discuss how del Toro breathes new life into a story that's been told many times before, crafting a narrative that resonates deeply with contemporary audiences. Their enthusiasm for the film is palpable, making it clear that this isn't just a retelling but a heartfelt exploration of what it means to create and nurture life. Finally, the duo wraps up with a look at the latest adaptation of The Running Man, directed by the ever-stylish Edgar Wright. Kevin shares his thoughts on the film, highlighting how it strays from its action-heavy origins to deliver a more faithful interpretation of Stephen King's novel. He dishes on the character of Ben Richards, played by Glenn Powell, and how the film's societal critiques are just as relevant today as they were when the book was penned. Despite mixed reviews, Kevin finds the film to be an exhilarating ride, filled with action, humor, and just enough heart to keep the audience engaged. With Edgar Wright's signature visual style and clever dialogue, the film promises to be a thrilling experience, even if it doesn't quite reach the highs of Wright's earlier works. This episode is a delightful mix of pop culture exploration, genuine enthusiasm, and the kind of insightful commentary that keeps listeners coming back for more.Takeaways: In this episode, Kevin and Andy dive deep into the latest buzz in geek culture, covering new shows and films like 'Flibus' and 'Frankenstein', while blending humor and...

After weeks of exploring what other forms the entity/the Galloo can conjure up in IT: Welcome to Derry, director Andy Muschietti's plan paid off, revealing Pennywise the Dancing Clown as a mid-season treat.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Pennywise bassist Randy Bradbury never set out to start a new band. But one day, inspiration struck — hard — and a stream of songs began pouring out of him like they were meant to exist. What began as a personal creative outlet quickly evolved into 84 Days, a full-blown rock project fueled by instinct, collaboration, and pure musical chemistry. Joined by Grammy-winning producer Cameron Webb, the two shaped Randy's raw demos into a powerful, melodic, punk-driven record featuring contributions from Adrian Young of No Doubt, Warren Fitzgerald of The Vandals, and Erik “Smelly” Sandin of NOFX for the live lineup. In this episode of Caught on the Mike, Randy and Cameron break down the spark that started it all, the magic of the studio sessions, the themes behind their debut album, and what it means to create something for no other reason than the love of music itself. 84 Days' debut album is out now via Double Helix Records.www.84daysband.com

Some shows keep a tight lid on their mysteries. Not this one. Their thought process must be, "Let's flood them with so many answers, it'll only inspire far more questions." We see what The Shining looks like with Dick Hallorann. We have a better understanding of Pennywise's reach and limitations. And we may have even discovered some major easter eggs!

MAJOR REVEALS THIS WEEK ON NEIBOLT STREET!! IT: Welcome to Derry Full Episode Reaction Watch Along: ⁠  / thereelrejects  ⁠ Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit ⁠https://www.shopify.com/rejects⁠! IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 1 Reaction: ⁠   • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 1 REACTION!! ...  ⁠ Episode 2 Reaction: ⁠   • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 2 REACTION!! ...  ⁠ Episode 3 Reaction: ⁠   • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 3 REACTION!! ...  ⁠ Episode 4 Reaction: ⁠   • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 4 REACTION!! ...  ⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ With The Running Man now in theatres & The Long Walk streaming + Stephen King's "IT" more popular than ever, the Scream Queens (Tara & Roxy) + Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) RETURN to continue their IT: Welcome to Derry Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & Andrew Gordon react to IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 5 — “Neibolt Street”, the terrifying next chapter in HBO's Stephen King prequel series set in 1962 Derry, Maine. Developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs (the team behind IT and IT: Chapter Two), the show digs into Derry's buried history and the early cycle of fear that will one day unleash Pennywise on a new generation. Episode 5 (“Neibolt Street”) sees Leroy Hanlon (Jovan Adepo – Babylon, Creed II) learning the truth about General Shaw's operation & deciding to move his family to the base for protection. Meanwhile, the tribal Keepers strategize to contain the growing aggression spreading through town. As the military descends on Neibolt Street, the kids make a dangerous choice of their own — heading into the sewers with a secret objective that may put them directly in Pennywise's path. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/Agor711⁠ Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:⁠https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls⁠ Instagram:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en⁠ Twitter:  ⁠https://twitter.com/roxystriar⁠ Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson⁠ Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/⁠ Twitter: ⁠ https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson⁠Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! ⁠https://www.rejectnationshop.com/⁠ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠  Tik-Tok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/reelrejects⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. ⁠https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...⁠ POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit⁠ https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo⁠ and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en⁠ Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/⁠ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO:⁠ https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  ⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/⁠ INSTAGRAM: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thereelrejects⁠ Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/⁠ TWITTER:  ⁠https://twitter.com/thegregalba⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MAJOR REVEALS THIS WEEK ON NEIBOLT STREET!! IT: Welcome to Derry Full Episode Reaction Watch Along:   / thereelrejects   Start your online business with a $1 per-month trial when you visit https://www.shopify.com/rejects! IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 1 Reaction:    • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 1 REACTION!! ...   Episode 2 Reaction:    • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 2 REACTION!! ...   Episode 3 Reaction:    • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 3 REACTION!! ...   Episode 4 Reaction:    • IT: WELCOME TO DERRY EPISODE 4 REACTION!! ...   Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ With The Running Man now in theatres & The Long Walk streaming + Stephen King's "IT" more popular than ever, the Scream Queens (Tara & Roxy) + Andrew Gordon (Cinepals) RETURN to continue their IT: Welcome to Derry Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Breakdown, & Spoiler Review! Roxy Striar, Tara Erickson, & Andrew Gordon react to IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 5 — “Neibolt Street”, the terrifying next chapter in HBO's Stephen King prequel series set in 1962 Derry, Maine. Developed by Andy Muschietti, Barbara Muschietti, and Jason Fuchs (the team behind IT and IT: Chapter Two), the show digs into Derry's buried history and the early cycle of fear that will one day unleash Pennywise on a new generation. Episode 5 (“Neibolt Street”) sees Leroy Hanlon (Jovan Adepo – Babylon, Creed II) learning the truth about General Shaw's operation & deciding to move his family to the base for protection. Meanwhile, the tribal Keepers strategize to contain the growing aggression spreading through town. As the military descends on Neibolt Street, the kids make a dangerous choice of their own — heading into the sewers with a secret objective that may put them directly in Pennywise's path. Follow Andrew Gordon on Socials:  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Agor711 Follow Roxy Striar YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@TheWhirlGirls Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxystriar/?hl=en Twitter:  https://twitter.com/roxystriar Follow Tara Erickson: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ Twitter:  https://twitter.com/thetaraericksonIntense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thumb War is back and slightly annoyed for a new Welcome to Derry Episode 4 Review! We're forced to ask a serious question: Is this the worst episode yet? The Stephen King Universe lore is being dumped like it's an end-of-season yard sale, and frankly, we're tired of them explaining everything. On this episode of Thumb War, Jason, Rachel, and special guest Jeshua Kidd wade through the Derry, Maine mud to discuss the highly questionable writing and deeply confusing plot points. We break down the absolutely cringe-worthy dialogue, the heavy-handed Pennywise connections and whether the excessive Stephen King Easter Eggs are just fan service covering up a weak script. In this train wreck, we discuss: The truly unbelievable "How do you move a piano?" scene that made us question everything. Is the 'friendly one' from Juniper Hill trustworthy, or just another convenient plot device? Why the show is struggling to move beyond exposition and actually tell a story. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reid Carter concludes the two-part John Wayne Gacy special timed with Peacock's "Devil in Disguise." After confessing to 33 murders, Gacy pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity, claiming multiple personalities made him kill. The jury didn't buy it - guilty on all counts. February 1980: sentenced to death. Fourteen years on death row painting clowns, giving interviews, showing zero remorse. May 10, 1994: executed by lethal injection. Final words: "Kiss my ass." Gacy's legacy: He created the "killer clown" trope that defines American horror. Stephen King's Pennywise exists because of Pogo.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed!Subscribe now for exclusive shows like 'Palace Intrigue,' and get bonus content from Deep Crown (our exclusive Palace Insider!) Or get 'Daily Comedy News,' and '5 Good News Stories' with no commercials! Plans start at $4.99 per month, or save 20% with a yearly plan at $49.99. Join today and help support the show!We now have Merch!  FREE SHIPPING! Check out all the products like T-shirts, mugs, bags, jackets and more with logos and slogans from your favorite shows! Did we mention there's free shipping? Get 10% off with code NewMerch10 Go to Caloroga.comGet more info from Caloroga Shark Media and if you have any comments, suggestions, or just want to get in touch our email is info@caloroga.com

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — Fun episode this week as Carol finally starts asking the pod people some of the same kinds of things we'd be asking. Mentioned: Bloodsong of Wycaro excerpt (free from the Apple Book Store): https://books.apple.com/us/book/bloodsong-of-wycaro/id6754341665 Next up on Pluribus: S1E5 “Got Milk”. Let us know your thoughts! You can email or send a voice message to oneofus@podcastica.com. Or get subsumed into our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Other Wax Episodic shows: Consider trying one of these other intelligent, engaging, oftentimes delightfully twisted shows that we cover on this very podcast: IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Cohosted by Shawn of Strange Indeed. Fallout (Amazon): A crazy retro-futuristic post-apocalyptic melange of wholesomeness and depravity. One of the best looking shows on TV, funny as hell, violent AF (but in a cartoony way), and with a great cast, including Ella Purnell (Yellowjackets) and Walton Goggins (The White Lotus, The Righteous Gemstones). Not to be missed! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Kasi. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Hosted by Jason, Kara, and Randy. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  It's our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Pluribus, Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun, and you won't believe how wonderful it feels, Carol. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Check out other shows on our network at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Seriously, you'll be glad you did once you understand how wonderful it feels.  Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reposted from Wax Episodic, which you can find at: https://podcastica.com/podcast/wax-episodic — Answers galore in this thrilling season finale that sets us up for exciting things to come. What more could we ask for, right? PS Am I a monster for laughing at all the CEO's plans for experimenting on people in the vaults….? Ah well, if so then I'm a monster who wants to thank all you guys for listening along with us this season, and thanks to everyone who wrote or called in. We'll see you soon for season 2! Next up on Fallout: S2E1, premiering Dec 17!  Fallout season 2 trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ECI3eCAxRGw Other Wax Episodic shows: While you're waiting for season 2, consider checking out these other shows we've been covering on Wax Episodic: Pluribus (Apple TV): Everyone is transformed into a pleasant hive mind — except for Carol (Rhea Seehorn), the most miserable woman on the planet, who must save the world from happiness. It's sounds weird, and it is… in the best way. Showrun by the great Vince Gilligan, of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul. Podcast hosted by Jason and Karen! IT: Welcome to Derry (HBO): A fun, scary, and surprisingly great prequel to the 2016 and 2019 IT movies, Pennywise stalks the children of 1962 Derry. A mix of heart, mystery, charm, and some shockingly disturbing Nightmare on Elme Street-esque horror. Alien: Earth (FX): From the brilliant Noah Hawley (Fargo, Legion), this one really scratches that sci-fi itch. A greedy corporate tech overlord transfers the consciousness of a group of terminally ill children into highly performant synth bodies. And the Xenomorph is in it, too. Also, Tim Olyphant! Contact us: If you get a chance to watch any of those and have thoughts, let us know and we may respond on the podcast. You can email or send a voice message to talk@podcastica.com. Or check out our Podcastica Facebook group, where we put up comment posts for each episode, at facebook.com/groups/podcastica. Come join our Discord and chat with hosts and other listeners:  Don't know what Discord is? It's kind of like a chat forum, our own little private Podcastica space to talk about Fallout, Welcome to Derry, Alien: Earth, other shows, and whatever else we want. It's free, and it's fun. Invitation link: https://discord.gg/6WUMt3m3qe  Check out other shows on our network at podcastica.com.  Show support and get ad-free episodes and a bunch of other cool stuff: patreon.com/jasoncabassi  Or go to buymeacoffee.com/cabassi for a one-time donation. Thank you! Digging our podcast? A quick, free, and easy way to show support and help bump us up in the charts is to give us a rating or a review: On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wax-episodic-alien-earth/id1824392797 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sA66ySwVRIsdzBBdriEGV?si=87f36cd30cc54dc5  Or just search for “Wax Episodic” wherever you get podcasts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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A weekly podcast discussing each episode of the HBO Max television series IT: WELCOME TO DERRY.

Step right into the sewers with us as we dive deep into IT: Welcome to Derry Episodes 3 & 4!

We break down IT: Welcome to Derry episode 4, "The Great Swirling Apparatus of Our Planet's Function". We talk Pennywise's origin, the Galloo story, those creepy visions, and all the hidden clues you missed! Plus, our MVPs, LVPs, and top 5 best/worst moments. We cover the indigenous lore, racial tensions in Derry, and how fear feeds the monster. We chat about Shaw's plans, Hallorann's shine, and that wild eye horror scene with Marge. What theories do you have after this episode? Link to the fundraiser for Jazz's brother, Alex: https://www.gofundme.com/f/alex-simpsons-medical-recovery 00:00:00 Introduction 00:06:54 Deadlights and Maturin Awards 00:16:12 Bottom and Top 5s (Dick's visions, Derry's racism, Marge's eyeball horror, etc) #ITWelcomeToDerry #PennywisePrequel #HorrorBreakdown Track: "Latimes_" Music provided by https://Slip.stream Free Download/Stream: https://get.slip.stream/vp80cF Track: "Just Got Drunk Bumper" Music provided by https://Slip.stream Free Download/Stream: https://get.slip.stream/QJEMD1 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hang out with Shawn (The Butcher) and Vertebrae33 as they dive deep into the 2017 film adaption of IT.Follow the red balloon. Endings are difficult. What do you think about this film version? Did you see this movie before you read the book? Where does Pennywise rank in the horror pantheon for you? Beep, Beep Richie.Check out our AMAZON Storefront! Get the goods, support the show!https://www.amazon.com/shop/vertebrae33?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_KG6FVG5MFX63RJN46YSMBuy our shirts at: https://inmadness.com/Check out our Spotify playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71IoaCGS364P7ecmfnmcys?si=85fd524664784e3dFollow us on Instagram & Twitter at @inmadnesspod. Email us at: inmadnesspod@gmail.com - On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inmadnesspod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spoilers for Welcome to Derry Episode 3! Thumb War returns to Derry, Maine, where the sewers are wet, the ghost children look like Spirit Halloween interns, and the cemetery scene feels one jump scare away from a discount haunted house behind a Home Depot. After two strong episodes, Episode 3 might be our first real stumble of the season. We break down: Did the show blow its horror budget in Episodes 1 & 2? Are these ghost kid vibes spooky or just… sticky? Why does the community meeting scene feel like mid-season Canadian public access TV? Are we in Derry or at Canada's Wonderland Fright Night? Pennywise lore updates (even though he may be on PTO this week) We still love the show, but we also reserve the right to yell at it. If you want ad-free episodes, Discord access, and our monthly Patreon Hangout, join the P-Hounds over on Patreon. Support the show and keep the red balloon floating. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The terror continues in Episode 2 of HBO's IT: Welcome to Derry — titled "The Thing in the Dark." Following the shocking theatre massacre of Episode 1, Derry's secrets run deeper than ever as new horrors crawl out from beneath the surface. In this episode, the Geekz break down:

Welcome back to GEEKFLIX! Tonight we're diving deep into Episode 3 of IT: Welcome to Derry — the chilling HBO Max prequel expanding the terrifying world of Stephen King's IT. As the town's dark history tightens its grip, Episode 3 delivers major reveals, character turns, unsettling visions, and new Pennywise connections that push Derry further into the shadows. From disturbing discoveries beneath the surface to emotional trauma echoing through the town, this episode turns up the dread and ramps the story into full horror mode.

In new HBO prequel series IT: Welcome to Derry, we return to the clown who keeps on giving. Based on the Stephen King novel and a prequel to the films It (2017) and It Chapter Two (2019), the show finds a whole new crop of kids being terrorized by whatever lives underneath their little town in Maine. And at the nearby military base, some of the local adults are acting pretty sketchy, too. There is a lot going on and a lot of it is very bloody. Bill Skarsgård returns as Pennywise, but be patient since it takes a while to lay eyes on him.To access bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening for Pop Culture Happy Hour, subscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour+ at plus.npr.org/happy.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy