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Talking Backwards: A Twin Peaks Podcast

Talking Backwards: A Twin Peaks Podcast

By Talking Backwards

We watch and discuss every episode of Twin Peaks with three unique perspectives (a returning fan, a fresh scholar and a first time watcher!) Grab a damn fine cup of coffee and give us a listen! Support our show on Patreon & get access to 40+ hours of video content: http://patreon.com/talkingbackwards Bonus episodes, outtakes & live streams available now on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talkingbackwards/subscribe
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Talking Backwards: A Twin Peaks PodcastJan 11, 2020

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Episode 71: Twin Peaks Murder Mystery Game (Preview)

Episode 71: Twin Peaks Murder Mystery Game (Preview)

For many years, Tyler tried to track down the Twin Peaks Murder Mystery game from 1991. After several failed eBay attempts, Laura Stewart was kind enough to send us her copy of the game. Tyler digitized it and last summer & we finally played the game. The entire experience is captured in a gameplay video that will premiere on our YouTube channel on Twin Peaks Day (February 24th, 2024). We delve into playing the game, deciphering the rules, navigating the misinformation on the board, and it was an absolute owl hoot.


While playing the game, we discuss it's quirks, like "dream speaking" and the hilarious inaccuracies in the game content. Laura Palmer herself being a location is just the tip of the iceberg. It's a journey into the surreal, where the rules are fast and loose, and the game's creators may have missed a few episodes of the iconic show. But amid the chaos, there's an undeniable charm to the game's ambition and the fact that it exists at all. It's a mess, but a fascinating one, and we share our experiences and laughs throughout the play-through.


Our Patreon subscribers who have stuck with us throughout our hiatus will receive the video episode one week early. For everyone else, mark your calendars for Twin Peaks Day on our YouTube channel.

Feb 12, 202418:54
Episode 70: Annie Hart

Episode 70: Annie Hart

This episode is a special cross-over edition with Patrick's Carefully Curated podcast! He recently spoke with Annie Hart from the band Au Revoir Simone about her new album The Weight of a Wave & upcoming tour. They also talk about what it was like to perform on the Roadhouse stage in "Twin Peaks: The Return" (10:20:00) as well as what it's like being in one of David Lynch's favorite bands!


If you'd like to hear the rest of the episode which includes songs from Annie & Au Revoir Simone, check out Carefully Curated on Spotify!

Aug 01, 202326:56
Episode 69: Pilot Rewatch
Feb 24, 202301:13:35
The Recap Recap (Bonus Episode)

The Recap Recap (Bonus Episode)

In January 2022 after we interviewed James Grixoni, we had a few drinks, ate some pizza & decided to talk more Twin Peaks! It's time to talk about the ring, tulpas, James Hurley, Windom Earle, threes, Sarah Palmer, Mike & more!
This was recorded super late at night & it's obvious. It's possible this would have never been released but since our Season 1 rewatch is on hold, now it belongs to you!

May 17, 202247:01
Episode 68: Dual Spires
Apr 23, 202201:26:24
Episode 67: The Barkhouse Sessions with Andrea Hays
Apr 08, 202254:00
Episode 66: The Return Recap
Mar 26, 202201:58:48
Judy Outtakes

Judy Outtakes

Things got a little silly when we recorded our Judy episodes with Damn Fine TV & Take The Ring. Here's 16 minutes of material left on the cutting room floor, until now! 

Feb 25, 202216:42
Episode 65: Judy

Episode 65: Judy

It's time to talk about Judy. In fact, we're going to talk about Judy a lot. We won't leave her out of it. We're delighted to be joined once again by Jasmin & Mells from Damn Fine TV as well as our resident Jowday expert Jeremiah Beaver AKA Take The Ring! In this episode, we attempt to answer the burning question of who Judy actually is while also diving into the positive & negative theories surrounding the Part 18 ending of Twin Peaks.

Follow Damn Fine TV: Twitter - Instagram
Follow Take The Ring: YouTube - Twitter - Instagram

16 Minutes of outtakes from this episode are available now on our Patreon page!
Our Patreon supporters also get early access to upcoming episodes & merch! 

Please give us a follow on Twitter & Instagram!

Buy some Talking Backwards merch on TeePublic!

Feb 24, 202202:32:14
Episode 64: The Barkhouse Sessions with James Grixoni
Feb 05, 202201:11:37
Episode 63: Double R After Dark

Episode 63: Double R After Dark

It's time to step into the actual Double R itself!  The Barkhouse Boys had the fortune of not only getting to experience Twede's Cafe in all of it's damn fine glory, but also getting to sit down with the owners Max and Rachel for a great conversation after hours.  It's all here for you to enjoy so take a seat at that famous wrap-around counter with us!  This must be where podcasts go when they die!

Want some cherry pie & coffee delivered to you from Twede's Cafe? Order now on Goldbelly!

Get early access to upcoming Talking Backwards episodes as well as cool merch over on our Patreon page!

Please give us a follow on Twitter & Instagram!

Jan 01, 202249:14
The Barkhouse Sessions: December 2021 (featuring Rachel & Max from Twede's Cafe)

The Barkhouse Sessions: December 2021 (featuring Rachel & Max from Twede's Cafe)

We were joined last week by Rachel & Max, co-owners of Twede's Cafe AKA The Double R Diner! It was great catching up with them after recording our episode with them back in May. We chatted about how things have been going at the diner this year, which Twin Peaks cast members have stopped by & much more! 

Dec 24, 202102:23:30
Episode 62: The Final Dossier (Part 2)
Dec 04, 202101:49:26
Episode 61: The Final Dossier (Part 1)
Nov 27, 202101:30:18
The Barkhouse Sessions: October 2021

The Barkhouse Sessions: October 2021

Last night we were joined by Kurt Krongold for an EPIC discussion about pairing David Lynch movies with horror movies. Jasmin & Mells from Damn Fine TV & Agent Ivy also stop by.


Here is the full list of pairings if anyone is looking for something to watch on Halloween:


Twin Peaks: The Hidden (1987), Dead End (2003)
Mulholland Drive: Starry Eyes (2014), Possession (1981)
Eraserhead: Son (2021)
Wild At Heart: Vampires Kiss (1988), Mandy (2018), Color out of Space (2019)
The Straight Story: The Manor (2021)
Blue Velvet: Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986)
Dune: Tremors (1990), Dead Alive (1992), Cannibal Holocaust (1980)
The Elephant Man: The Fly (1986), Videodrome (1983), The Brood (1979)
Inland Empire: Possessor (2020) 

Oct 31, 202103:21:15
Episode 60: The Return Part 18
Oct 02, 202101:38:42
Episode 59: The Return Part 17
Sep 18, 202101:24:56
Episode 58: The Return Part 16
Sep 04, 202101:35:47
Dual Spires Live Stream

Dual Spires Live Stream

Last Saturday, Tyler surprised us all when he played the Psych episode 'Dual Spires' which is a tribute to Twin Peaks featuring many cast members. Highly recommended if you haven't seen it before! We'll most likely do an episode on it in the future.

Thanks to everyone who watched along with us and celebrated 2 years of Talking Backwards!

Aug 31, 202149:46
Episode 57: The Return Part 15
Aug 21, 202101:17:27
Episode 56: The Return Part 14
Aug 07, 202101:23:14
Part 13 Outtakes

Part 13 Outtakes

Never before seen outtakes from our Part 13 episode with Damn Fine TV!

Jul 17, 202105:31
Episode 55: The Return Part 13
Jul 17, 202101:43:09
Episode 54: The Return Part 12
Jul 03, 202101:23:08
Episode 53: The Return Part 11
Jun 19, 202101:08:54
Eraserhead Live Stream

Eraserhead Live Stream

On June 11th, 2021 we watched Eraserhead with our Patreon supporters. This was Tyler's first time seeing the film. There were some technical difficulties which saw a delay in starting the film which may or may not have been entertaining depending on who you talk to. Dave and Patrick discuss the trip to Twin Peaks at the beginning of the broadcast.
Skip to 55:22 to hear our thoughts after we watched Eraserhead with Jasmin from DamnFineTV & Special Agent Ivy!

Jun 11, 202101:40:32
Episode 52: The Return Part 10
Jun 05, 202154:51
Outtakes: Volume 1

Outtakes: Volume 1

Here are a few random outtakes & moments from our Parts 5 through 8 episodes.

Jun 01, 202104:49
Episode 51: The Return Recap Parts 1 - 9
May 15, 202101:34:01
Episode 50: The Return Part 9
Apr 24, 202101:20:20
The Return Part 8: Deleted Scenes

The Return Part 8: Deleted Scenes

Here are nearly 20 minutes of deleted scenes & outtakes from our Part 8 episode featuring Take The Ring

Apr 09, 202119:33
Episode 49: The Return Part 8
Apr 08, 202101:52:03
Episode 48: The Return Part 7
Mar 27, 202101:03:50
Episode 47: The Return Part 6
Mar 13, 202101:25:25
Episode 46: The Return Part 5
Feb 27, 202101:32:06
Episode 45: The Return Part 4
Feb 13, 202156:20
Fireside Chat

Fireside Chat

Dave & Patrick chat about all things "The Return" for the very first time since Dave finished watching it. What are Dave's initial thoughts and reactions? Find out in this very special bonus episode, exclusive to our early access Patreon subscribers. 

Feb 09, 202141:48
Episode 44: The Return Part 3
Jan 30, 202157:38
Episode 43: The Return Part 2
Jan 16, 202146:47
Episode 42: The Return Part 1
Jan 02, 202101:28:55
Part 6 Live Stream with Take The Ring

Part 6 Live Stream with Take The Ring

After we watched Part 6 with our patrons, Jeremiah Beaver (also known as Take The Ring) joined us to chat about the episode. This was the night Diane was revealed for the first time.

Dec 01, 202040:24
Halloween Episode (Bonus Episode)

Halloween Episode (Bonus Episode)

It's time for our very first bonus episode! Exclusively for our early access patrons, we share our favorite spooky Twin Peaks moments as well as listener submitted scares in the spirit of Halloween!

Oct 31, 202034:28
Patreon Announcement

Patreon Announcement

Before we dive into the next big chapter of our podcast, we are launching a Patreon page where you can get early access to new episodes, live streams, exclusive merch, behind the scenes content and more! We hope you join us on this next step of our wonderful & strange journey. Check it out at patreon.com/talkingbackwards
Sep 12, 202000:41
Episode 41: The Secret History Of Twin Peaks (Part 2)
Sep 05, 202001:13:14
Episode 40: The Secret History of Twin Peaks (Part 1)
Aug 29, 202001:13:52
Episode 39: The Missing Pieces (Part 2)
Aug 15, 202001:02:12
Episode 38: The Missing Pieces (Part 1)
Aug 08, 202049:19
Episode 37: Fire Walk With Me (Part 2)

Episode 37: Fire Walk With Me (Part 2)

The conversation heats up as Fire Walk with Me is still the topic in this episode!  Is the movie's time travel genius or too abstract?  Where are the sequel segments?  Who stacks trays of food like that?  Listen in as Dave, Patrick and Tyler try to make sense of it all. Get early access to upcoming episodes as well as cool merch over on our Patreon page! Please give us a follow on Twitter & Instagram! Buy some Talking Backwards merch on TeePublic!
Aug 01, 202001:53:51
Episode 36: Fire Walk With Me (Part 1)

Episode 36: Fire Walk With Me (Part 1)

Dave, Patrick and Tyler are on the highway to the Jameser Zone and rocketing into the movie Fire Walk With Me. Will this companion film provide them with answers or questions? Yes.
Jul 25, 202051:46
Episode 35: Season 2 Recap (Part 2)
Jun 27, 202001:10:42