The Walking Dead 'Cast

Join me this episode for a fascinating season four post-mortem (if you will) with none other than the Walking Dead showrunner himself, Mr. Scott Gimple. Listen and find out: What the writers' goals are when creating the show. Scott's thoughts on the comic vs. the show. Behind-the-scenes info on the making of this season. A few hints about what to expect in season five. And much more! [powerpress]G...

Like most of you, Karen and I were shocked, disturbed, and thrilled by this episode. Join us for a huge season-ending podcast as we thoroughly go over "A." Also in this ep, we: Interview documentary filmmaker Cris Macht who's making a movie about Walking Dead fans like you and me. Search Kickstarter.com for "Walkers Among Us" to learn more and lend your support. Announce the winner of the First My...

Join us with special guest Melissa Hutchison, aka the voice of Clementine in Telltale's acclaimed The Walking Dead video game series (and all-around fabulous person) as we discuss this week's episode. Also Melissa answers all your questions, and learn how you can win a replica of the hat that Clementine wears in the game! That plus news, your feedback, and more. Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free...

Our complete pleasure to talk with the talented Brighton Sharbino, a.k.a. Lizzie Samuels, this episode. Brighton was fun and articulate and not at all crazy :) Listen to find out how she got the part of Lizzie, her take on Lizzie's psychology, her off-screen friendship with Kyla Kennedy (Mika), how she got into character, and much more. You can find Brighton on Instagram at instagram.com/brightons...

Shocking episode this week, no bones about it. And also just a great one on many levels, IMO. Join Karen and I as we break it down thoroughly for you (and even provide some positive things to hold on to if this episode brought you down). Also I tell you all about Walker Stalker Con Chicago, we respond to a considerable amount of the email and calls you guys gave us this week,  Gracie Lou and Mr. B...

This week we geek out simply because the episode had a cemetery and a mortuary in it (so cool), but our opinions are split on a lot of other aspects. Listen in as we break it down, report the latest WD news, and respond to your feedback. And also we announce our new sister podcast, Under the Comic Covers with Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou. In fact, check out bit.ly/utccovers now for their first episode...

This week's episode was divisive among you guys and it was one of either Jason's or Karen's favorite in the series. Can you guess who? Also, tune in for an interview with First My Family and emergency preparedness expert Andrew Torres and find out how you can win a bonafide Walking Dead Survival Kit valued at $130. All that plus news, your feedback, and a very tiny peek at next week's episode. Onl...

Grace and Mr. Blahg return to digest The Walking Dead issue #122. We also talk with David S. E. Zapanta, author of the imaginatively innovative take on the zombie genre, Posthumous (posthumousthebook.com). Death is only the beginning... Find out how you can win a signed copy! Also, we have an announcement. Be sure to listen through to the end for news about the future of Under the Comic Covers. It...

Special guests and mixed opinions this week. Join Karen, Jason, and long lost friend Doug to talk about Claimed, announce the winner of our Walker Stalker Con Chicago Contest, and catch you up on the latest news and feedback from you guys. All that and a meaty Comic Talk segment from Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou. Thanks for all the iTunes reviews. We're inching up on 800 reviews! Unbelievable. Thanks...

Another fantastic episode this week, this one in vignettes. Depressing? Possibly. But everyone is still alive. So far. Listen in as Karen and I give you our top five highlights, news, responses to your feedback, and more. Don't forget to visit our sponsor Fracture at fractureme.com and enter promo code "deadcast" for a 15% discount. Your pictures printed directly on glass in a beautiful presentati...

The first part of All Out War may have ended with a bang, but that doesn't mean the second part started with a whimper. Join Mr. Blahg and Grace as they discuss Issue 121 of The Walking Dead and respond to your questions and comments. This episode goes over the current issue of the comic, so unless you are caught up, be wary of spoilers. Jason and Karen will return in a couple of days. Rarrr! Get...

In the aftermath of all the carnage at the prison, we were thrilled to see TWD find it's way back to the quiet, measured, dreamlike feel of the series pilot in this coming-of-age episode. At least, that's our opinion. Listen in and see if you agree. Also this episode we announce the winner of our Walking Dead Hawaii poster contest, and you can also find out how to win a three-day pass to the quick...

Season 4.5 is nearly upon us and we're excited to see what happens with the group all separated and vulnerable. This episode join Karen, Jason, and special guests Kirk Manley and Jeff Marsick, artist and writer of the insane zombie adventure comic Z Girl and the 4 Tigers, as we talk about all our hopes for the upcoming episodes (the guys' hopes generally involving gore, death, and extreme sufferin...

Grace and Mr. Blahg are back again to dissect The Walking Dead issue #120, the sixth installment in the 12-part "All Out War" arc, and give their thoughts on the war as a whole. This episode is devoted solely to the comic, so beware of spoilers. And join Jason and Karen  in a few days to talk about hopes for S4.5, among other things.  Get The Walking Dead 'Cast for free in iTunes Support the show:...

Join Grace and Mr. Blahg as they slip back Under the Comic Covers to discuss The Walking Dead, Issue #119. This time around they delve into the issue quickly in order to answer all of the fantabulous questions and comments sent in by you guys. This episode is devoted to the comic series only, so if you aren't caught up with the book, be aware that there are spoilers aplenty ahead... plus more than...

First off, THANK YOU ALL for voting in the Podcast Awards and winning us an award for best Entertainment podcast in 2013!!! Woo hoo! We did it!! We were up against some heavy competition (Star Trek, Kevin Smith, and Taylor Swift), and winners in other categories included some of the podcast greats (This American Life, Radio Lab, and Grammar girl, to name a few). So thank you, and congratulations t...

First Hershel and now this. Lots of goodbyes on this podcast. Join me, Karen and special guests Lissy and Chad to bid a fond farewell to this amazing show, Breaking Bad, and give you all our thoughts about the final eight episodes and the series in general. For good measure, Karen and I stick around to throw in some news about TWD and respond to the latest batch of feedback from you guys. And then...

And now for something a little different! At your request (well, some of ya anyway) we're spinning off our Under the Comic Covers segments into their own episodes, and here's the first one. In this episode, Mr. Blahg, Gracie Lou, and special guest, me, review The Walking Dead issue #118, the fourth issue in the current All Out War mega-arc. This episode is entirely about the comic book, so if you'...

It was a genuine privilege for Karen and I to be able to talk with Scott Wilson after his momentous exit from The Walking Dead last week, and he was as sweet and charming as ever. Listen in as he talks about:* What it was like to film his death scene.* What Hershel would say to Maggie and Beth if he had the chance.* What he'll miss most about TWD and whether he'll keep watching.* What he wants to...

Two men important to TWD fell this week in the stunning climax to the half-season. Join us in this extra-long podcast as we go into detail about our thoughts. Lots to talk about re: the comic this week too: In Comic Talk Jaden goes over the many similarities between this ep and the comic, and throws in a few informed predictions. And Gracie Lou and Mr. Blahg go Under the Comic Covers to give you t...

I've been enjoying Chad Coleman's measured portrayal of Tyreese, this multi-faceted character who with his hammer and his wool cap seemed to have burst straight out of the pages of the comic this season, especially once he became activated by Karen's death. It was a pleasure to speak with Chad as he thoughtfully answered everything we wanted to know. Join me and special guest Brittany as we find o...

Another Governer-centric episode, and our opinions were even further apart this week than last! It's no fun if we always agree, right? Join us as we discuss the merits and/or failings of this episode, with extra-large helpings of WD news and feedback from you guys. Bummed you missed out on Walker Stalker Con this November and thinking of heading out to Atlanta next year? Well tickets are already o...

Mixed reactions from y'all and from the two of us this week too as the show shifts gears with a flashback revealing what the Governor has been up to since last season's Woodburian massacre. Find out our thoughts, plus Novel Talk with Jaden, Under the Comic Covers with Mr. Blahg and Gracie Lou covering this week's WD comic issue #116, our reactions to your reactions, and more! Starting your holiday...

I won't reveal what we thought about this episode here in the show notes, but I'm curious whether you know us well enough to guess. How many gaks and brains do you think we gave it? :) Find out inside, along with the latest WD news, an extended "Next Week" section, your emails and calls, and we tell you the highlights of our experience at Walker Stalker Con. PS - This is our last episode before vo...

Join Karen and guest host David as they slough off their charred exteriors to bring you their delightfully charming analysis of this week's episode. Plus the latest news, including Melissa McBride's reaction to recent plot developments, lots of email from you guys, and a little comic talk for good measure. PS - Thank you all for being such good sports about being reminded every day to vote for us...