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Flanagan's Wake | A Mike Flanagan Podcast

Doof! Media
Mike Flanagan
The Haunting Of Hill House
Stephen King
Midnight Mass
The Haunting Of Bly Manor
Doctor Sleep
Gerald's Game
The Midnight Club
Henry James
Grief
Shirley Jackson
Death
Mental Health
True Knot
Trauma
Catholicism
The Fall Of the House Of Usher
The Shining
Forgiveness
Family Dynamics

Scott and Matt take a journey through the works of Mike Flanagan, analyzing and discussing his film and TV and the sources they're adapted from.

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This week on the show, we take one final look at Stephen King's Carrie, discussing the novel more broadly. We also chat about what a Carrie adaptation should contain. 

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This week on the show, we reach the end of Stephen King's Carrie. We discuss the violent, horrifying end and what we think it all means. 

Discussion Question: Which is more culpable in this story? Society or individuals?

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This week on the show, we continue our time with Stephen King's Carrie as we read the 2nd third of the novel, ending on the following quote: "They stared at each other in the dark, frozen by the actual act as thought never could have done. Her very b... more

This week on the show, we begin our series covering Mike Flanagan's Carrie by first taking a look at Stephen King's original novel. We've divided the novel into roughly 3 equal parts, and today we're covering the first third. Carrie doesn't have chap... more

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Samantha Sloyan
Actress portraying Tammy Usher, guest on episode discussing her performance and episode impact
Episode: 78: THE FALL OF THE HOUSE OF USHER - Episode 6: "Goldbug"
Matt Biedel
Actor known for Sturge in Midnight Mass and Bill T in The Fall of the House of Usher
Self / Actor
Episode: A Conversation with Matt Biedel
Kate Siegel
Actress, writer, director
Episode: 63: THE MIDNIGHT CLUB - Episode 4: "Gimme A Kiss"
Raul Kohli
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Actor/Creator (interview subject referenced)
Episode: 61: THE MIDNIGHT CLUB - Episode 2: "The Two Danas"
Rahul Kohli
Actor known for Bly Manor, Midnight Mass, iZombie
Episode: A Conversation with Rahul Kohli
Pastor Philip Higginbotham
Pastor, United Methodist Church
United Methodist Church
Episode: 58: MIDNIGHT MASS (Overview)
Shirley Jackson
Author of "The Haunting of Hill House"
Literature
Episode: 13: THE HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE (Part 1)
Kim C.
Podcaster of the Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast
Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast
Episode: 11: GERALD'S GAME (Overview) w/ Kim C.

Hosts

Scott Daly
Host of Flanagan's Wake; Doof Media; co-host who introduces the show and discusses episodes with Matt.
Matt Freeman
Co-host and self-described expert, engages in analysis and comparisons.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 353 ratings
  • Glad I Found Doof!

    I started listening on YouTube when I was looking for deep dives on “The Alter for the Dead” from Bly Manor. Ended up staying to listen through all of Hill House and the remainder of Bly Manor and Fall of the House of Usher, all of which I’d binged the past few weeks. I like deep dives and appreciate the extra attention to discussions on mental health, book references Easter eggs and the like.

    I just finished Midnight Mass as intended by the show, where I watch a single episode for the first... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huggykay
    United States2 months ago
  • Such a fun listen!

    I’m a HUGE fan of The Haunting of Hill House and recently started a rewatch… and the only thing that’s been missing is having someone to discuss it with! This podcast makes me feel like I’m sitting with my friends and going through everything that makes the show incredible with a fine toothed comb. I really appreciate the hosts for being so warm, informative, and fun to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hannah Ilene
    United States2 months ago
  • Glad I Found Doof!

    I started listening on YouTube when I was looking for deep dives on “The Alter for the Dead” from Bly Manor. Ended up staying to listen through all of Hill House and the remainder of Bly Manor. I like deep dives and appreciate the extra attention to discussions on mental health, book references and the like. Very excited to do a rewatch of The Fall of the House of Usher with the guys as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    huggykay
    United States2 months ago
  • Seriously?! 😳

    WHY would you spend 14 HOURS on Gerald’s Game which is 1:43 long?!!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    i❤HK
    United States2 months ago
  • Came for Kingslingers, stayed for Flanagan’s Wake

    While looking for a new podcast I came across Kingslingers and I was pleasantly surprised how insightful and positive Scott and Matt were. I rapidly listened to their backlog of Stephen King discussions. Then being a huge Hill House fan, moved on to Flanagan’s Wake and have been loving it just as much. They are smart, funny and relatable and you can tell they have a passion for what they talk about. I’m looking forward to catching up to the present and possibly getting in on the conversation wit... more

    Audible
    5
    Smilves
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful analysis of Flanagan's world and production lore.
Engaging, insightful deep-dives with witty banter.
Excellent for fans who want context and cross-references across the Flanaganverse.

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A Conversation with Samantha Sloyan
Q: What was it like to balance portraying a villain you can still relate to, and did you bring anything from Tammy Usher into Bev's portrayal?
Balancing cruelty with humanity comes from understanding the character's fears and drive; I bring those human motivations into Bev to keep the performance believable and dynamically terrifying rather than one-note.
A Conversation with Samantha Sloyan
Q: How do you approach long monologues with Bible verses, and what helps you memorize them effectively?
The key is grounding the verse in what the character wants in the moment, using theater training for delivery, and researching the content to make the recitations feel specific and purposeful rather than rote.
A Conversation with Samantha Sloyan
Q: When you were preparing for Bev, did you know she would become an iconic character?
I sensed the material was powerful and that Bev's contradictions would resonate, but the exact iconic status grew as the team, writing, and direction aligned, letting me push into the complexity in collaboration.
53: MIDNIGHT MASS - Book III: "Proverbs"
Q: How did Father Paul know that Leeza could walk?
He felt a connection to her and believed it was a miracle, while also being aware of his role in orchestrating the situation.
34: DOCTOR SLEEP (Overview)
Q: What are the main adaptations being discussed in future episodes?
They will be discussing Mike Flanagan's film adaptation of Doctor Sleep and also covering Henry James' stories in relation to Haunting of Bly Manor.

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Two hosts systematically unpack Mike Flanagan's body of work across film and television, often tying adaptations to their literary and source material. Episodes mix close readings with production anecdotes, craft analysis, and playful banter, yielding a thoughtful, fandom-friendly deep dive. Standout aspects include dense multi-episode arcs, explorations of adaptation, and including guests from the Flanagan ecosystem, which together create a rich, reference-heavy listening experience for fans and practitioners alike.

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2. Matt Biedel
3. Kate Siegel
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5. Rahul Kohli
6. Pastor Philip Higginbotham
7. Shirley Jackson
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