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The Year of Underrated Stephen King

Kim C.
Stephen King
The Dark Tower
The Stand
Misery
Duma Key
Carrie
Needful Things
Annie Wilkes
Rose Madder
Pet Sematary
The Shining
Dolores Claiborne
Gerald's Game
Randall Flagg
Doctor Sleep
The Long Walk
Lisey's Story
Wolves Of the Calla
Mother Abigail
Western Genre

This is a one-woman Stephen King podcast that celebrates Stephen King’s novels and short stories and explores why Stephen King is the greatest fiction writer alive! Applying what I teach my Fiction students, in this podcast I examine: Strong Writing, Storytelling Principles, Genre, Literary Analysis, Stephen King Universe Nerdery and the Constant Reader Community at Large! Old and New King Readers... more

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Please Welcome the Stephen Chair in Literature at the University of Maine at Orono, Professor Caroline Bicks, to the TYOUSK Podcast!

In this episode, Professor Bicks and I chat about her brand-new Nonfiction text, "Monsters in the Archives: My Year... more

"The Ice is Gonna Break!"

Please Welcome Back to TYOUSK, My Stephen King Bestie and Host of Tower Junkies & Obsessive Viewer Podcasts, Matt Hurt!

In this SPOILER-HEAVY Exploration of 1979's, The Dead Zone, Matt and I Discuss the Following:

-Int... more

IT. IS. FINISHED!

For the First Time Ever, Kim C. Has Concluded Her 1st Dark Tower Journey!

HEAVY DARK TOWER SPOILERS WITHIN!

PLEASE BEWARE AND STAY AWAY IF YOU HAVEN'T READ ALL (7) BOOKS!

Introduction: I DID IT! And I Loved This Novel

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Welcome Back, Colorado Horror Author, Kalvin Ellis to TYOUSK!

Kalvin is My Constant Reader Champion to Take on The Hardest Stephen King Novel!?

In this Episode We Discuss:

- Kalvin's Personal History with Lisey's Story

- The Non-Linear Narrati... more

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Recent Guests

Kalvin Ellis
Colorado horror author and Stephen King scholar
Episode: 165. Lisey's Story with Kalvin Ellis!
George Dunn
A horror fiction connoisseur and bookstagramer
Georges Reads
Episode: 161. Constant Reader Interview (GeorgesReads!)
Bev Vincent
Author and frequent contributor to the Stephen King community, known for his works that explore King's life and literature
Episode: 159. Constant Reader Interview (Bev Vincent!)
Dr. Cody Vest
Educator and literature advocate passionate about creating inclusive representation in literature.
University of Central Arkansas
Episode: 158. Constant Reader Interview (Dr. Cody Vest!)
Brian McAuley
Screenwriter, professor, and horror novelist.
Arizona State University, Author of 'Curse of the Reaper', 'Candy Cane Kills'
Episode: 152. Misery (with Brian McAuley!)
Neil McRobert
Host of Talking Scared, horror podcast
Talking Scared
Episode: 150. The Women of Stephen King Pt. 4 (Neil McRobert!)
Anna Dupree
Academic and horror fiction promoter, host of Anna Rose Reads podcast
Anna Rose Reads
Episode: 149. Constant Reader Interview (Anna Rose Reads!)
Jamie Stewart
Irish horror author and expert on Stephen King
Episode: 147. Rose Madder (with Jamie Stewart!)

Host

Kim C
Host of The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast and related work; leads in-depth literary discussions and interviews with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Smart and fun

    What happens when you combine the unrestrained enthusiasm of a Constant Reader with the intelligence and insight of a fiction writing professor? Kim C.’s podcast happens! I’ve listened since the early days of this show and it just keeps getting better. Oh, and she has the best music of any podcast I’ve heard. King fans will love this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JeffTompkins
    United States10 months ago
  • New to the Podcast

    Recently met Kim at a fundraiser where we discussed our shared love of Stephen King. Enjoyed the first episode and will keep listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jon Anderton
    United Statesa year ago
  • Kim C. Is a delight to listen to

    I have listened to 32 episodes of this podcast. My guess is that’s close to 50 hours of listening to Kim C. gush about Stephen King. She is delightful! Don’t let the “lecture style” part of the description fool you. It’s really more of a conversational style with just one person talking. When I listen to this podcast I always envision myself in a cozy room with a group of fellow SK fans listening to Ms. C. talk about the current SK book while holding a half-empty glass of wine. What other lectur... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TimHunter
    United Statesa year ago
  • One of the Best

    I love this Stephen King based podcast. It’s smart, funny, and a lot of fun to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HorrorHound13
    Canadaa year ago
  • An absolute must for all Stephen King fans

    I found this podcast after listening to another horror podcast and find this one which just deals with King books just brilliant. If you are fan of Kings work whether it be written or adapted I would highly recommend you give this podcast a listen. It will enhance you’re enjoyment of the source material for sure. Well worth your time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GusChops
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, accessible deep-dives into King's lesser-known works.
Fans praise the host's infectious enthusiasm and strong literary background.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

149. Constant Reader Interview (Anna Rose Reads!)
Q: Which Stephen King character would you save from a fire?
I would save Carrie from her abusive environment while throwing Harold into the fire.
149. Constant Reader Interview (Anna Rose Reads!)
Q: Who do you enjoy, admire, or find frightening in King's work?
I find characters like Harold in The Stand disturbing and morally complex characters like Sue Snell in Carrie fascinating.
149. Constant Reader Interview (Anna Rose Reads!)
Q: What are your thoughts on the Dark Tower?
The Gunslinger feels like a boy book, lacking emotional depth in characters, but promises potential for growth in the series.
155. Constant Reader Interview (Eric Vespe from the Kingcast!)
Q: Which Stephen King character would you throw into the fire?
I'm throwing Percy Wetmore from The Green Mile into the fire, as he represents cruelty and abuse of power.
155. Constant Reader Interview (Eric Vespe from the Kingcast!)
Q: Which Stephen King character would you save from a fire?
I would save John Coffee from The Green Mile, as he embodies deep kindness and the potential for redemption.

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A deeply literary, single-host show that treats Stephen King's novels and stories with scholarly rigor and warm enthusiasm. Episodes blend close-reading, thematic analysis, and thoughtful reflections on gender, trauma, and genre, often pairing the host's academic lens with conversations from fellow King enthusiasts and occasional guests. Listeners likely appreciate rigorous analysis delivered in an engaging, conversational style, with a strong emphasis on lesser-known works and the broader King universe. A standout trait is the host's ability to mix scholarly critique with personal passion, making dense material accessible and inviting to Constant Readers and newcomers alike.

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2. George Dunn
3. Bev Vincent
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