Best Wickedly Good Productions Podcasts (2025)

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232 – Scream The TV Series Season 1 (10th Anniversary) 1:24:02

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In this off-the-beaten-path episode, Ryan C. Showers celebrates the 10th anniversary of the MTV Scream TV Show, season one. The pilot episode of the show premiered June 30, 2015. Ryan invites Adam and Taz to give justice to the perhaps underrated first season of the TV show. They discuss the controversies surrounding the show at the time it aired, …

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#261 Eddie Ortega - Curtains Down, Dreams Up: Eddie Ortega’s Next Act 43:18

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Eddie Ortega is an actor living in West New York, NJ. Yes, that's a city in NJ for those who don't believe it. Originally from Orlando, FL he is the proud son of two immigrants from the Dominican RepublIc. He recently closed the Philip tour on June 1st; one of Hamilton's long running national tours. He played Hercules Mulligan and James Madison on …

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The Willy Wonka Secret: Candy Bar Advertising 27:17

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This week, we look at candy bar advertising. Millions are spent marketing candy bars every year. We'll talk about how the movie Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory was owned by a candy company. And we'll reveal whether it really was Phil Collins inside that gorilla costume in that famous Cadbury Dairy Milk commercial. -------- Get an exclusive 15…

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231 - 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' New Trailer & Scary Movie (25th Anniversary) 1:27:10

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Happy Fourth of July! In this holiday special, Ryan is joined by TikTok Jake to discuss the new trailer for “I Know What You Did Last Summer” and predict its box office results. Then, Ryan celebrates the 25th anniversary of the Ghostface/SCREAM-spoof “Scary Movie,” originally released on July 7, 2000. Ryan surveys the differences in how SCREAM fans…

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230 – Gale Weathers’ Special Quality in Each Film and Her Fate in Scream 7 1:28:17

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Ryan C. Showers and Josh Reinhold delve into the character of Gale Weathers played by Courteney Cox. They discuss her special, unique and identifying qualities in each of the six SCREAM films and identify predictions for her return in the upcoming Scream 7. They analyze Gale's character development and the potential for her fate in the next install…

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Selling Love: The Business of Online Dating 28:42

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From our Season 11 Archives, one of our favourites. This week, we explore how dating agencies Sell Love. We’ll talk about the very first dating service in history, we’ll explore one app that is more about lust than love and we’ll talk about how heartthrob Reynolds created one of the best dating commercials of the last 10 years. -------- Get an excl…

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Shaping AI for Good: Prosocial Hybrid Intelligence for a Thriving Future - A conversation between Cornelia Walther and David Sloan Wilson 1:18:14

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AI is no longer a distant future - it’s shaping our lives right now. But what if we could design it not just to be smart, but to be good? In this powerful conversation, Cornelia Walther and evolutionary biologist David Sloan Wilson explore how we can build AI systems that truly serve people and the planet. They dive into the concept of Prosocial AI…

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229 – Ranking the Characters in Scream 4-6 (Season 5 Premiere Part II) 1:43:17

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In part two of the season five premiere of the podcast, Ryan and Amar continue the coverage of ranking all the characters in the franchise with “Scream 4,” “Scream” (2022), and “Scream VI.” In addition, Amar plays “Smash, Slash, or Dash: Ghostface Edition.” Introduction Smash, Slash, Dash: Ghostface Edition Scream 4 (2011) Characters Scream (2022) …

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228 – Ranking the Characters in the Original SCREAM Trilogy (Season 5 Premiere Part I) 1:42:35

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In part one of the season five premiere of the podcast, Ryan welcomes Amar Karim for his return to the show after a hiatus in season four. In classic old-school fashion, Ryan and Amar rank all the characters from “Scream,” “Scream 2,” and “Scream 3.” Also, Ryan covers recent statements by Jennifer Love Hewitt about Neve Campbell and Scream 7. Then,…

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Ask Terry 2025 27:51

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This week, it’s our annual Ask Terry episode. As we do every year, we open the show to questions from our listeners. This week, we’ll answer a question about the longest-lasting slogans in history, we’ll explore why there is so much dancing going on in commercials these days, and we’ll play a fun game where you have to guess the celebrity voice. Ho…

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227 – Scream Fandom Generations & ‘The Final Scream’ Script Preview (Season 4 Finale) 1:31:46

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In the season four finale, Ryan is joined by Ivan to discuss the post-modernism and different six generations or eras of the Scream fandom. Additionally, LA-Times Bestselling Writer, Joe Vallese, joins Ryan to commemorate the two-year anniversary of the “Scream 7” spec script and preview “The Final Scream” Introduction Two years of the “Scream 7” s…

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226 – What If Tatum was the Opening Victim in Scream? 1:17:23

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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers is joined by the producer of the podcast, TJ Jones (also from the Box Office Buds podcast), for an interactive exercise which reimagines “Scream” (1996) if Tatum Riley was the opening kill rather than Casey Becker. How does this alter the narrative, characters, and overall story? Ryan and TJ answer these questions. …

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#260 PJ Adzima - is a New York based actor and comedian currently playing Elder McKinley in The Book of Mormon on Broadway. 37:20

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PJ Adzima is a New York based actor and comedian currently playing Elder McKinley in The Book of Mormon on Broadway. He is the creator and host of STAGE TIME with PJ Adzima, the hit downtown variety show that unites the best of New York City nightlife. Select credits include The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (Amazon), Girls5Eva (Peacock), Madam Secretary (…

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Gone in 60 Seconds: Crazy Automobile Stunt Commercials 27:23

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Dramatic car stunts are not just the stuff of movies. They’re also the stuff of car commercials. We’ll talk about one ad where skydivers risked their lives spelling out the word “Honda” in the sky, a commercial where a car speeds on the roof of a skyscraper, and a story about a car that was dropped from an airplane - and the parachute didn’t work. …

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225 – Scary Movie (Ryan’s Audio Commentary) 34:57

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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers watches and performs an audio commentary for “Scary Movie” (2000). This year marks the 25th anniversary of the spoof of “Scream,” “Scream 2,” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” This is an opportunity for the listeners to view “Scary Movie” through the lens of a “Scream” fan perspective. Subscribe on Patreon.com/…

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224 – Should SCREAM Abandon “The Rules” & What Comes Next After Scream 7? 1:26:14

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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers and Josh Reinhold discuss what comes next for SCREAM after the release of “Scream 7.” Is it the end of “SCREAM” as we know it? Are we in for a Sidney 2.0 trilogy? Will Kevin Williamson direct the remaining Sidney movies? How will the franchise juggle Sidney, her daughter Tatum, and a potential Sam return? Then, Ashl…

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#259 Broadway Journeys: Daniel Quadrino - Currently playing the role of Boq in WICKED. 46:03

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Daniel Quadrino Currently playing the role of Boq in WICKED. Other Broadway: The Who’s Tommy (Harmonica Player,Tommy/Kevin understudy),Wicked(ensemble, Boq understudy),Newsies(Albert,Crutchie and Davey understudy),Bye Bye Birdie(ensemble,Hugo understudy) National Tours: Waitress(Ogie),Charlie & the Chocolate Factory(Mikey Teavee). Off Bway: Fowl Pl…

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Yes I Can: Marketing to People with Disabilities 28:13

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This week, we explore how advertisers market to people with disabilities. Disabled people are usually ignored in advertising campaigns. Yet people with disabilities control half a trillion dollars in spending money. We’ll look at four powerful campaigns that not only feature people with disabilities, but these commercials are disrupting the public’…

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223 – Scream 7 News! Kevin Williamson & Guy Busick Speak Out (Headlines with RCS) 1:36:59

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Scream 7 News Friday! Ryan and Anthony delve into the latest news surrounding Scream 7 as conveyed by Kevin Williamson and Guy Busick in recent interviews. In particular, Ryan and Anthony discuss Williamson’s comments about focusing on Sidney again and Busick revealing details about the “lost” Core Four movie. Additionally, they speculate on the fu…

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222 – Happy Horror Time with Ryan C. Showers 1:26:29

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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers hosts Jacob Randall, Matt Emert, and Tim Murdock from the Happy Horror Time podcast. They discuss their friendship, the dynamics of podcasting, and everything SCREAM. Then, Ryan, Jacob, and Ashley usher in summer with an analysis of Taylor Swift’s “Cruel Summer” for the song of the day. Introduction Happy Horror Tim…

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Democracy’s Deep Roots: From Hunter-Gatherers to Modern Society -- A conversation between Vivek Venkataraman and David Sloan Wilson 1:19:12

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What if the roots of democracy run far deeper than ancient Greece or Enlightenment Europe, but back to our evolutionary origins as humans? In this thought-provoking conversation, evolutionary anthropologist Vivek Venkataraman and renowned scientist David Sloan Wilson dig into how early human societies, particularly hunter-gatherers, managed to bala…

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#258 Behind the Awards with Eila Mell & Bruce Gotlieb - Celebrating extreme excellence in theater, film and tv 31:19

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Behind the Awards with Eila Mell & Bruce GotliebCelebrating extreme excellence in theater, film and tv, this podcast takes listeners all over the world on a journey behind the scenes featuring never-before-heard stories from Academy Award winners, Tony Award winners, Golden Globe Award winners, and so much more. Co-Hosts Eila Mell, bestselling auth…

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Brand Envy (2025) 26:54

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This week, it’s our annual Brand Envy episode. We look at four brands that I admire. One is a cosmetics empire started by a woman in an era when women couldn’t even vote. One is a band I have a soft spot for. Another is a family-owned business that has lasted 88 years. The fourth is a TV show that broke records. And they all have one thing in commo…

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221 – Rotten Tomatoes Questions; ‘Bloodlines’ Box Office Clue for Scream 7; Reviews: ‘Final Destination’ & ‘Bloodlines’ 1:17:38

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In this episode, Ryan analyzes how “Final Destination: Bloodlines” performed at the box office, and what it signals about what could come “Scream 7.” Additionally, Ryan muses about the way Rotten Tomatoes operates in the modern day and the odd the 92% score for “Final Destination: Bloodlines.” Then, Ryan is joined by Ashley and Garrison to review “…

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220 – Hallo-Scream: Sidney & Laurie 7 Films Each; Ryan’s Reviews: “Companion” (2025) Review 1:30:42

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Ryan C. Showers and contributor Jess Melendez use the soft, rumored announcement of “Scream 8” as a “Sidney story” to analyze and compare the “Scream” and “Halloween” franchises, focusing on the necessity and public perception of Neve Campbell and Jamie Lee Curtis. Specifically, they take a long-arc view of both franchises and compare the Danielle …

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#257 Charlie Murphy - a native Pittsburgher and a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, co-founded Esperance Theater Company — a company that produced classical-based work here in NYC. 38:02

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Charlie is a native Pittsburgher and a proud graduate of Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied Acting. As an actor, select stage credits include the NY Public Theatre’s “Shakespeare in the Park” (All’s Well That Ends Well, Measure for Measure), the Pearl Theatre Company (Richard II), the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival (King Lear, The Thr…

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219 – “Final Destination” 2000 (Ryan’s Audio Commentary) 25:46

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Ryan watches and performs an audio commentary of “Final Destination” (2000), just after the release of “Final Destination: Bloodlines.” Listen to the full audio commentary by subscribing to Patreon.com/screamwithrcs. Find us on Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, BlueSky, and Youtube. Host & CEO: @ScreamWithRCS Producers: @squirrelandspud9 @ninnetimes …

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218 – Sidney Character Development Scenes & Her State of Grace 1:25:00

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Ryan C. Showers and Cory Wilson delve into the character development of Sidney Prescott across the Scream franchise by examining key scenes that do not contain any horror violence, but rather feature Sidney emotionally speaking with another character. Ryan and Cory emphasize the depth of her character and anticipate future scenes of similar ilk for…

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#256 Broadway Sandwich - Garen Scribner is a producer, manager, and arts leader with over 20 years of experience on stage and behind the scenes. 39:09

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Garen Scribner is a producer, manager, and arts leader with over 20 years of experience on stage and behind the scenes. Credits include four seasons of the 6x Emmy-nominated broadcast TV series BROADWAY SANDWICH (Creator, Host), the 10-part limited series AND THE TONY NOMINEES ARE (Producer), and the film WAITING PLACES (Producer), all for New York…

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CAT-alogues & DOG-alogues: Pet Marketing 27:14

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This week, we talk about Pet Marketing. The pet products industry is worth about $150 billion dollars. And when you love a pet, money is no object. We’ll listen to a pet food campaign that had dogs conduct a symphony orchestra. We’ll flip through IKEA’s CAT-alogues and DOG-alogues. And we’ll explore Dolly Parton’s “Doggy Parton” fashion line. Hoste…

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217 – Scream 8’s Sidney Story, Scream 7 Trailer Rumors, Final Destination: Bloodlines Interview, Ortega Working with Russell, & Is Ghostface for Sale? (Headlines with RCS) 1:28:57

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In this news episode, Ryan and Anthony Dapuzzo dissect the news surrounding elevated rumors about Scream 8 being another chapter in the story of Sidney Prescott and the Scream 7 trailer rollout. Ryan and Anthony also react to the first footage for The Conjuring: Last Rites and the announcement of Jenna Ortega starring in a film by the controversial…

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216 – Scream 7 Box Office Predictions (Feat. Box Office Buds) 1:39:40

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In this episode, Ryan previews the box office results for “Scream 7” with Cheese, Tony and Kellerman from the “Box Office Buds” podcast, and taps Josh Carr and producer TJ Jones for additional predictions. Each guest answers whether Scream 7’s opening weekend will be “over or under” the projected amount of $50 million, and weighs factors of the ret…

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#255 Robert Bannon - is a multi hyphenate performer, talk show host, and educator. His debut album "Unfinished Business" debuted at #1 on the Amazon A/C. 49:57

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Robert Bannon is a multi hyphenate performer, talk show host, and educator. He has been featured on SNL/Real Housewives of NJ, and has performed at MSG, Beacon Theatre, 54 Below, Feinstein's in LA, Pride events in NYC, NJ, Detroit, LA, Ohio, and more. His debut album "Unfinished Business" debuted at #1 on the Amazon A/C. His new album “Rewind” was …

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Bookmarks 2025 32:12

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This week, it’s our annual “Bookmarks” episode. We read a lot of books to research this show, and often we stumble on great stories that don’t fit our regular episodes. So we save them up for this show. We’ll talk about a new book on SNL producer Lorne Michaels, we’ll take a few notes from a famous songwriter, and we’ll talk about a Bible with a wi…

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215 - Scream Music & Philosophy, and TV (Buffy, Good Wife) 1:22:09

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In this episode, Ryan invites Sam Levy to celebrate a selection of music choices from the SCREAM films. In addition, Ryan asks Sam, “What is your SCREAM philosophy,” kicking off a new segment for the podcast. Also, Ryan and Sam investigate their love for the television shows “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “The Good Wife.” Introduction Scream Speed …

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214 – I’ve Had It: The Scream 7 Gossip (Chris Landon, Jenna Ortega, The “Melissa Stuff”) 1:52:07

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Gossip! Ryan and his guests dissect the recent contradictory statements made by Jenna Ortega and Christopher Landon involving SCREAM 7, as well as Landon’s reasons for leaving his role as director for SCREAM 7 after he and his family received death threats following the exit of Melissa Barrera from the franchise. Also in this episode, Ryan pays tri…

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Seizing The Moment 28:06

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This week, we look at how the marketing industry seizes pop culture moments. We’ll talk about a website that got national attention by making a bold prediction about a TV show. How A1 Steak Sauce caught the funniest – and luckiest break. And how Pepsi grabbed a hilarious opportunity by following pizza delivery drivers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

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Decolonizing Ecology: Rethinking Nature in a Broken World 1:19:48

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A conversation between Madhusudan Katti and Amitangshu Acharya Join us for a thought-provoking virtual dialogue exploring how colonial worldviews have shaped modern ecology - and what it means to decolonize our relationship with nature in an era of social and environmental upheaval. Building on themes from the This View of Life series “Decolonizing…

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213 – Marco Beltrami Returns for Scream 7, IKWYDLS Trailer, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Urban Legend (Headlines with RCS) 1:23:19

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In the inaugural Friday episode of the podcast, Ryan C. Showers and guest Justin from Epic Film Guys discuss a variety of Horror News topics. In this premiere “Headlines with RCS” segment, Ryan and Justin announce an upcoming, special in-person, screening of “Scream 2,” celebrate Marco Beltrami's return to score “Scream 7,” and share predictions ab…

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212 – Agree to Disagree 1:34:54

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In this episode, Ryan announces the podcast will now release new episodes every Friday as well as every Tuesday. The conversation delves into the importance of differing opinions in the SCREAM community, the excitement surrounding Scream 7, and the changing dynamics of the fandom. The conversation underscores the importance of character development…

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#254 J Savage - also known as Jonathan, you can catch him at the Imperial Theatre, in the highly anticipated Broadway production of SMASH! 49:57

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J Savage, also known as Jonathan, starting March 11, you can catch him at the Imperial Theatre, (where he made his Broadway debut), in the highly anticipated Broadway production of SMASH! Also a singer/songwriter, Jonathan took his pandemic experience and wrote his critically acclaimed one man show, Farewell to the West. Three months into quarantin…

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A Moment I'll Never Forget: The Power of PSAs 27:20

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This week, we look at public service announcements. PSAs have to compete with - not just other PSAs - but with all other commercials out there. And do it with an iota of the budget. It requires exceptional creativity. We’ll talk about how Elvis got teens to get a polio vaccine, and a drinking & driving commercial recorded by drunk actors. Hosted on…

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Brand Strategist & Author Peter Wilken 55:16

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Peter Wilken has over 40 years experience working with the world’s top brands. He has run advertising agency networks around the world. In our far-reaching conversation, Peter brings battle-tested insights to the table, tells us interesting stories about the brands he’s worked for, how to manage creative people, and explains the critical difference…

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211 - Sidney’s Relationships: Billy, Derek, Kincaid, & Mark 1:42:51

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This week, Ryan and guests investigate and analyze the relationships of Sidney Prescott over the SCREAM series with Billy Loomis, Derek Feldman, Mark Kincaid, and the potential of her marriage to Mark Evans in Scream 7. Subscribe on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs Introduction Overview of Sidney’s Love Life “Delicate” Scream Story and Speed Round Billy L…

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Interview with Author & Arkells Frontman Max Kerman 46:17

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Arkells frontman Max Kerman has written his first book, “Try Hard: Creative Work in Progress.” Max talks about what a lead singer for a band does all day, the nuts and bolts of song writing, how he prepares for a show - but more importantly - Max talks about how the creative process is not all about talent, it’s about curiosity, enthusiasm, and lea…

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Brand, James Brand 28:45

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It was big news recently that Amazon is taking over creative control of the James Bond franchise. So this week, we look at how James Bond has been employed to pitch products over the years. From high-end watches, to beer, liquor and breakfast cereals, 007 has been busy. And even the Bond villains have been hawking products. Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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210 - “The Craft” (Ryan’s Audio Commentary) 36:13

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“We are the weirdos, mister.” This month, Ryan performs the first ever full-length audio commentary of the podcast for The Craft (1996). Ryan chose The Craft because it acts as the prologue to the late 90s horror teen genre starring Neve Campbell and Skeet Ulrich released just six months before the original Scream. This episode is available exclusi…