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PODCAST

The Flanacast

Dina Grilli and Michelle Maccarone

The Flanacast is a recap and analysis podcast dedicated to the work of Mike Flanagan. Join us for deep dives into the films and series created by Mr. Flanagan and his corps of amazing actors and filmmakers, as well as the source material that several of his works are based on. The Flanacast posts bi-weekly!

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Episode 34: "The Glorious Days of Myspace" ('Shelby...

The Flanacast ·

2025/12/04

Dina and Michelle mark their triumphant return from hiatus by covering the Mike Flanagan produced film, "Shelby Oaks". Be forewarned, this is a full recap that includes SPOILERS for the film (and a brief spoiler for Immaculate at some point).TW: Suicide, Miscarriage, SA Kars for Kids Jingle: https://youtu.be/K8UV7SAhvG4?si=jClOIPPFbfDrPMC6 Stick Stickly Address Jingle: https://share.google/wtyey7aml4zbrniWg Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code:

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09:21

Bonus Episode: Out of Office Message

The Flanacast ·

2025/08/07

Michelle and Dina will be on hiatus for a little while, but here's a quick run down of some announcements and housekeeping before they do!Continue to check our Instagram account, @Flanacastpod while we are away for more news from the world of Mike Flanagan and other projects we are working on! We'll return soon with another run of episodes breaking down Mike Flanagan's work, so stay tuned for that in a month or two!

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01:42:20

Episode 33: "The Bev-a-Thon" (Midnight Mass, Book...

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2025/07/24

We're at the end of Midnight Mass, and Dina and Michelle are breaking down all the chaos that is ensuing on Crockett Island. Join them as they share all the details of this limited series' epic conclusion; all the Flanalogues, themes, and relevance to today.TW: Islamophobia, Suicide, Alcoholism Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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01:28:41

Episode 32: "How Organs Work" (Midnight Mass Book 6:...

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2025/07/10

On this week's episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are taking on the penultimate episode of Midnight Mass, Book 6: 'Acts of the Apostles'. Join them as they continue with their analysis of the limited series, including anecdotes from their Catholic upbringings, and the usual rabbit holes they fall into as they prepare to discuss an episode.TW: Suicide, Islamophobia, Cremation and death care Additional notes: The Mortician Influencer Dina cannot recall during recording is

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01:24:55

Episode 31: "WTF, I'm Undead" (Midnight Mass Book V:...

The Flanacast ·

2025/06/26

Join Michelle and Dina (and of course a pop in by good Old Nosferatu) as they tackle one of the heaviest and surprising episodes of Midnight Mass, Book V: 'Gospel'. The episode includes all the hard hitting analysis, personal anecdotes from their Catholic upbringings, and quips to lighten the mood that you've come to expect from the pod.TW: Suicide, Pregnancy Loss Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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01:26:30

Episode 30: "The Olympics of Sadness" (Midnight Mass...

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2025/06/12

On this week's episode of the Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are breaking down (emotionally and analytically) Book 4 of Midnight Mass, 'Lamentations'. There's a lot to unpack in this one - including some really important Flanalogues. TW: alcoholism, pregnancy loss Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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21:34

Bonus Episode 2: The Life of Chuck Reaction (Spoiler...

The Flanacast ·

2025/06/06

Michelle and Dina got to see an advanced screening of The Life of Chuck at their local Alamo Drafthouse, and then chatted a bit about their initial reactions to the movie. It's spoiler free, as this episode release corresponds with the limited release date, and we are still another week out from its wide release.Go see The Life of Chuck as soon as you can!

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01:20:47

Episode 29: "A Closet Full of Chunky Cardigans"...

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2025/05/29

On this week's episode of The Flanacast, Dina and Michelle are back on Crockett Island to break down episode 3 of Midnight Mass - "Proverbs". They're breaking down the many mysteries and miracles that have hit the community, and analyzing all the breadcrumbs that Flanagan leaves for a viewer to notice upon multiple viewings.TW: alcoholism Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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01:38:01

Episode 28: "Praise Be, Nosferatu!" (Midnight Mass...

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2025/05/15

On this week's episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are breaking down Book 2 of Midnight Mass - Psalms. Get on the Ferry to Crockett Island with them to hear about that opening oner, the power dynamics of the island and its small community, and much more.TW: alcoholism Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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Bonus Episode 1 - UCPAC Film Fest Preview!

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2025/05/08

Surprise, Flanafans! We're going Hollywood (by way of Rahway, New Jersey!). - You can join Dina and Michelle live and in person for their panel, "Horror as a Reflection of Grief: The Work of Mike Flanagan" on Saturday, May 17th at 3:30pm. In our first mini bonus episode, Dina and Michelle chat about how they are feeling about being panelists for the first time.To get passes to the Fest, use the link

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01:41:01

Episode 27: "Zombies with Wings" (Midnight Mass Book...

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2025/05/01

On this episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are finally recapping Hush, including the brand new, super exciting Shush cut from Shout! Studios!! All hail the miracle of Physical Media, and everything there is to love about special edition Blu ray releases!Links to the articles mentioned in the Episode unpacking the depiction of deafness in Hush: The Limping Chicken (Rebecca Anne Withey): "What I thought of the Netflix Movie Hush with a Deaf Character but Not a Deaf

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01:47:10

Episode 26: "It's Physical Media, Baby!" (Hush)

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2025/04/17

On this episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are finally recapping Hush, including the brand new, super exciting Shush cut from Shout! Studios!! All hail the miracle of Physical Media, and everything there is to love about special edition Blu ray releases!Links to the articles mentioned in the Episode unpacking the depiction of deafness in Hush: The Limping Chicken (Rebecca Anne Withey): "What I thought of the Netflix Movie Hush with a Deaf Character but Not a Deaf

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01:45:50

Episode 25: "Some Fingie Trauma" (Doctor Sleep, part 2)

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2025/04/03

On this episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina are recapping the thrilling conclusion of the epic three hour Director's Cut of Doctor Sleep... including (official unofficial) Commentary from Mike Flanagan on the piece! Join us as two shining girls run headfirst back into the Overlook by way of Frazier, NH.TW: alcoholism, family trauma, child abuse, child death, drug use, suicide Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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01:41:24

Episode 24: "I Need Six Eggs Energy" (Doctor Sleep,...

The Flanacast ·

2025/03/20

On this episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina recap the first half of the epic three hour Director's Cut of Doctor Sleep... including (official unofficial) Commentary from Mike Flanagan on the piece! Join us as we head back to the Overlook by way of Frazier, NH.TW: alcoholism, family trauma, child abuse, child death, drug use, suicide Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/ak/gone License code: XBKD3T4608IEVUGJ

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01:16:08

Episode 23: "The Unfinished Business of a Swiftie" ...

The Flanacast ·

2025/03/06

In this episode, Michelle and Dina digress from their Mike Flanagan recaps to dive into The Shining. They analyze the source material, the symbolism and complexities of the changes Kubrick made to the novel, and of course the bitter feud between author and director; all of which providing pretty crucial context to set the scene for 'Doctor Sleep'. Read the article by Juli Kearns analyzing Wendy Torrance and Misogyny here: https://idyllopuspress.com/idyllopus/film/sh_secret_horror.htm Music

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01:07:44

Episode 22: "Boop or Be Booped" (Final Thoughts on...

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2025/01/16

On this week’s episode of The Flanacast, we are taking a last look at “The Fall of the House of Usher”. In our analysis, we share the gory details about the Poe references we missed, break down the ingenious design motifs that wove their way throughout the series, debate fan theories and more! Spoiler Alert: All Episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher CW: Language, brief mention of suicide Note: This episode was recorded before our coverage of Gerald's Game (Episode 1), and also before

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01:28:59

Episode 21: "Blurry Popes" (The Fall of the House of...

The Flanacast ·

2025/01/03

On this week’s episode of The Flanacast, we are breaking down ‘The Raven’, the final episode of “The Fall of the House of Usher”. In our analysis, we dig deep into the text connections to many of Poe’s gothic tales, and of course the easter eggs left by Mike Flanagan and crew. All in real time, as we recorded this back when we were first watching this series!Spoiler Alert: All Episodes of The Fall of the House of Usher CW: Language, Drug Use/Addiction, Suicide Music from #Uppbeat (free for

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01:13:50

Episode 20: "A Never Ending Breadstick" (The Fall of...

The Flanacast ·

2024/12/19

On this week’s episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina cover episode 7 of “The Fall of the House of Usher”, entitled ‘The Pit and the Pendulum’.. In our analysis, we dig deep into the text connections to many of Poe’s gothic tales, and of course the easter eggs left by Mike Flanagan and crew. All in real time, as we recorded this back when we were first watching this series!Spoiler Alert: Episodes 1-7 of The Fall of the House of Usher CW: Language, Drug Use/Addiction, Suicide, Intimate

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01:16:05

Episode 19: "Bad Day for Interns" (The Fall of the...

The Flanacast ·

2024/12/05

On this week’s episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina cover episode 6 of “The Fall of the House of Usher”, entitled ‘Goldbug’ (but actually based on the story ‘William Wilson”!). In our analysis, we dig deep into the text connections to many of Poe’s gothic tales, and of course the easter eggs left by Mike Flanagan and crew. All in real time, as we recorded this back when we were first watching this series!Spoiler Alert: Episodes 1-6 of The Fall of the House of Usher CW: Language, Drug

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01:12:29

Episode 18: "Ray Bans Everywhere" (The Fall of the...

The Flanacast ·

2024/11/21

On this week’s episode of The Flanacast, Michelle and Dina cover the gateway for most elder millennials into the world of Edgar Allan Poe by way of a scholastic book fair: The Tell Tale Heart. In our analysis, we dig deep into the text connections to many of Poe’s gothic tales, and of course the easter eggs left by Mike Flanagan and crew. All in real time, as we recorded this back when we were first watching this series!Spoiler Alert: Episodes 1-5 of The Fall of the House of Usher CW: Language,

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