Best Luke Cassidy Podcasts (2025)

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Third Coast Percussion Month! - Episode 447 with David Skidmore

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Third Coast Percussion Executive Director and performer David Skidmore stops by to talk about TCP’s early years, how they booked gigs in the early days and finding their current Chicago home (05:00), becoming a non-profit, their Artist-in-Residence Program and getting more administrative help for the group (24:30), the camaraderie among the members…

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725. Breaking Free: Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986) 40:35

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It's all been leading to this - the Cinema Drive Season 7 finale!! Before Jason and Ryan take some time off, they spend a day with Ferris Bueller - and you should, too. This well-loved flick has stood the test of time for a reason, and Cinema Drive is here to celebrate the engaging fun and life-changing truths that John Hughes highlighted in this c…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 446 - Cassidy Lester

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Executive Director for the Symphony of the Mountains Orchestra, Percussionist, Freelancer, and Educator Cassidy Lester stops by to talk about her work with the Symphony (03:05), her freelancing and teaching and how important performing is to her mental health (16:30), growing up in the Tri-Cities region of Tennessee, traveling with family to jam ba…

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164 / Luke Stiles, on GenAI: ‘The Value of Humanity Will Go Up’ 35:32

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Luke Stiles is a product advisor and consultant who helps build products and grow companies, focusing on widespread adoption of Generative AI. On June 25, he will facilitate a workshop at ITX’s 2-day Product + Design Conference (June 25-26). In this episode of Product Momentum, Luke joins Sean and Dan to talk about topics ranging from GenAI’s impac…

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724. Perfectly Paired: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) and The Sting (1973) 30:21

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It's the duo to end all duos and a Cinema Drive episode long awaited! Paul Newman's and Robert Redford's friendship and chemistry captured filmgoers with one of the best-written westerns and one of the most memorable capers. These Hollywood titans were perfectly paired and their movies were among the best of the era! The Deep Question: Who would yo…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 445 - Luke Haymon

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2025 University of Missouri Master of Music in Percussion Performance graduate Luke Haymon stops by to talk about his final master’s recital (03:55), studying outside of percussion at Mizzou, including conducting with Dr. Christian Noon and piano tuning from Lucy Urlacher (14:15), his overall percussion activities here, including his role as assist…

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723. Newman's Own Style: The Hustler (1961) and Cool Hand Luke (1967) 30:30

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Revisiting the cool of Paul Newman led Jason and Ryan to two of the best performances he ever gave Movieland! He dazzles and charms in these perfect examples of his ability and stardom. Give them a watch and give this Cinema Drive episode a listen! The Deep Question: Will you finally be adding the inevitable 8-movie Mission: Impossible boxset to yo…

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722. Adventures in Podcasting Rides Again: Recasting The Princess Bride?! 55:12

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You can't stop the Adventures in Podcasting! Cinema Drive charges head first into a dangerous premise - recasting one of the most beloved films of all time. They said they would never! They said it couldn't be done! They said it SHOULDN'T be done! They...were wrong. Jason and Ryan do the unthinkable and unveil their cast lists for a modern telling …

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163 / Vitaly Friedman, on UX Design + AI in Enterprise Environments 41:53

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Vitaly Friedman is an author, the UX Lead with the European Parliament, and editor-in-chief of Smashing Magazine. On June 25, he will facilitate a workshop at ITX’s 2-day Product + Design Conference. In this episode of Product Momentum, Vitaly joins Sean and Dan to share his insights about tackling the unique challenges of UX design in enterprise-l…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 444 - Josh Graham (Part 2)

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University of Illinois Percussion Professor Josh Graham returns to talk about his post-master’s degree years in Michigan and taking non-music opportunities to make it work (02:15), moving to Chicago, getting his doctorate at the University of Illinois, getting more fully into chamber music, and his time teaching at the University of Northern Iowa (…

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721. Pulp Pictures: The Warriors (1979) and The Shadow (1994) 43:54

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Loyal listeners know that Cinema Drive has a special love for pulp and cult flicks, but in this episode Jason and Ryan get especially pulpy! One exemplifies the idea of gritty cult movies and one breathes life into pulp fiction comics of yore. Both are worth a watch and worth some fun discussion. The Deep Question: Oh no! Your Delorean's flux capac…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 443 - Josh Graham (Part 1)

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Freelancer, Performer, and Director of Percussion Activities at the University of Illinois Josh Graham stops by to talk about his work with the F PLUS chamber trio (04:55), his job at Illinois and replacing legends there (19:20), growing up near Detroit, getting into percussion, and the novels of William Faulkner (38:30), his undergrad years at the…

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162 / What Does It Mean To Be ‘Customer Obsessed’?, with Christian Marek 29:18

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Christian Marek is Vice President of Product Management at Productboard. He has applied his years of experience in technology and finance while leading product management efforts at Facebook, Google, and Docusign. In this episode, Christian joins co-hosts Sean Murray and Dan Sharp to explore how AI tools are revolutionizing product management by en…

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720. Blowing Up the Small Screen: The Jericho Mile (1979) and Duel (1971) 35:13

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Steven Spielberg and Michael Mann blew audiences away with their award-winning television movie debuts. But these films are more than just made for TV - they showcased the early talents of these acclaimed directors and the trademarks that would come to define their filmography. Mann infused The Jericho Mile (1979) with an authenticity that would le…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 442 - Thomas Taylor

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North Carolina Central University Percussion Professor, Freelancer, Bandleader, and Composer Thomas Taylor stops by to talk about his career so far at NCCU (03:25), the music program and jazz program there and its place in the state (16:50), his freelancing career (33:40), growing up in Elizabeth City (NC), his early life in percussion, and playing…

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719. Movies You Forgot Existed III: Short Circuit (1986) and Follow That Bird (1985) 29:40

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Remember Short Circuit (1986)?! Remember Follow That Bird (1985)?!?! Well, WE do! Jason and Ryan continue their Movies You Forgot Existed series with a couple nostalgic classics. The Deep Question: What was your second favorite title for our show? This Week's Features: Follow That Bird (1985) Short Circuit (1986) Message Jason and Ryan…

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Tough Problems -- Rom. 3.23 & 5.8 -- Easter 2025 25:25

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God solves our sin problem--the Resurrection proves it.

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Quick Cuts 170: A Complete Unknown (2024) and Presence (2024) 4:55

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Want to know what Jason and Ryan have been watching? Of course you do. Message Jason and Ryan

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Exploring TikTok as a Virtual Community (Alyssa, Giovanna, and Kahmari) 26:58

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In this episode, Alyssa, Kahmari, and Giovanna explore the intricacies of virtual communities on TikTok. They discuss various scholarly articles and personal insights into how virtual communities function as communities of practice, the impact of algorithms, and the role of influencers. Key points include the positives and negatives of TikTok's alg…

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 441 - Mark Reynolds (Part 2)

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Sabian Cymbal Company National Director of Sales and Education for Music Schools and Director of the Ohio State University Marching Band drumline Mark Reynolds returns to talk about growing up in Columbus, OH, his early days playing percussion, and rolling skating and bowling as a young man (03:30), going to Ohio State for undergrad (18:40), gettin…

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161 / 3 Core Tenets of Product Strategy and Execution, with Cassidy Fein 32:40

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Cassidy Fein is currently leading growth for Autopatch within Windows Servicing and Delivery at Microsoft. Based in NYC, she has over 10 years of experience driving product innovation, scaling teams, and delivering customer-centric solutions. Throughout her career, she’s demonstrated a passion for empowering the next generation of product leaders, …

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718. Fighting Fires with Family: Backdraft (1991) and Frequency (2000) 38:53

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Fathers and family fighting fatal fires! 60s flashbacks! Arson and time travel! These firefighting flicks burn with action and heart and are well worth a watch. The Deep Question: Martin Scorsese lost a bet to Joe Pesci and has to make one film that's nothing like his typical fare. What type of flick do you want him to do? This Week's Features: Bac…

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Quick Cuts 169: Horrible, Terrible, No Good Movies 4:49

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Houston, Texas knows about the movies we think are the best - but what do we think are the worst?! Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 440 - Mark Reynolds (Part 1)

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Sabian Cymbal Company National Director of Sales and Education for Music Schools and Director of the Ohio State University Marching Band drumline Mark Reynolds stops by to talk about his Sabian job, the school rewards program, and folks who professionally represent Sabian well (03:45), the Ohio State drumline job, updating the sound and look of the…

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The Social Spiral (Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad) 14:34

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Social media is a huge part of our everyday lives. From creating connections, building up careers, and just pure entertainment. However, as social media has its pros there are also its cons which go much deeper than its typical technological capabilities. Isabella, Kayla, and Mohammad go in depth on the major effects social media has on one’s menta…

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717. Contending with Brando: The Wild One (1953) and On the Waterfront (1954) 42:04

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He's WILD and he coulda been a contend-ah! You know the man but do you know the movies that made Marlon? Don't worry, Cinema Drive is here to educate and entertain you with an all-new discussion on what made these films so potent. The Deep Question: Who's your pick to recast Black Panther? This Week's Features: On the Waterfront (1954) The Wild One…

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Quick Cuts 168: Companion (2025) 4:33

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Jason and Ryan find true companionship with movies a bit better than this one, but they still had fun. Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 439 - Joby Burgess

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U.K.-based percussionist, session musician and performer Joby Burgess stops by to talk about all things session musician work and his career in chamber music (03:00), his album A Percussionist’s Songbook (42:20), growing up in western England, his piano background, and his time as a university student at the Guildhall School (54:30), and finishing …

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716. Bride of Adventures in Podcasting: Movie Watchlists and Theater Wishlists 46:42

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It's the Briiiiide of Adventures in Podcasting! Jason and Ryan are confronted with the depths of their cinematic desires and the horrors of the movie theater experience! How do you evaluate a movie's IMDb score? What's the wisest way to wade through a watchlist? Have trailers before films become overwhelmingly obnoxious? Cinema Drive asks the hard-…

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Quick Cuts 167: The Gorge (2025) 4:51

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Cinema Drive gorges itself on The Gorge (2025). Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 438 - Von Hansen

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Washburn University (KS) Percussion Professor, Composer, and Performer Von Hansen stops by to talk about his recent album Mortal Coil (03:15), his Percussion and Composition job at Washburn (16:05), growing up in Topeka and the wide array of musical experiences of his early life (25:30), going to Washburn for undergrad and studying with Tom Morgan …

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Discerning Truth in the AI Era (Michelle and Ryan) 20:43

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In this episode, Ryan and Michelle dive into the critical topic of disinformation, explaining its distinction from misinformation. They explore the historical context of disinformation, its modern amplification through technology like generative AI and DeepFakes, and the real-world impacts these technologies have already had. The discussion highlig…

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715. Wes' World of Whimsy: Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) and Moonrise Kingdom (2012) 46:01

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And now dear children, gather round for the marvelous tale of Wes Anderson! Jason and Ryan turn in a reserved, charming, colorful, and HONEST look at the stories and style of a beloved filmmaker. What do they love? What don't they understand? Do these cohosts even agree?! The Deep Question: Your podcasting host is close to death and no one can unde…

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Quick Cuts 166: The Brutalist (2024) 4:46

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Hagerstown, Maryland wants Jason's and Ryan's brutal opinions on The Brutalist (2024). Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 437 - Brian Blume

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U.S. Army’s Pershing’s Own Ceremonial Band Percussionist Brian Blume stops by to talk about his military music job and his work with TapSpace Publications (02:35), his composition history (22:25), growing up in Indiana with music director parents, and his piano and sports background (30:30), attending Indiana University for undergrad and his drum c…

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160 / Designing Your Career: Pro Tips for Navigating Today’s Job Market, with Sarah Doody 32:22

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Sarah Doody, CEO of Career Strategy Lab, sat down with Product Momentum co-hosts Sean Murray and Dan Sharp to offer advice to UX designers out there who are frustrated by the volatility in today’s job market. Treat your career like a product you’re designing, Sarah says, and focus on the essential skills you need in a turbulent job market. This is …

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714. Warped by War: The Deer Hunter (1978) and Apocalypse Now (1979) 39:16

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War rages in Vietnam and in the souls of its soldiers in these two epic journeys into the heart of darkness. Coppola and Cimino push their protagonists through the horrors of war and its dehumanizing effect. The Deep Question: You make a movie where you get to Tarantino history - what event do you change? This Week's Features: Apocalypse Now (1979)…

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Quick Cuts 165: Soundtracks Taste Better on Vinyl 4:24

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The guys have acquired some new cinematic treasures! Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 436 - Steven Schick

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Solo Percussionist, Author, Conductor, and longtime Director of Percussion at the University of California-San Diego Steven Schick stops by to talk about the UCSD program, teaching doctoral students, and the art of performing on percussion in the 21st century (02:25), growing up in northern Iowa, his jazz drumset influences, sailing in high school,…

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Misinformation: Are You Sure That's What They Meant? (Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak) 25:16

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Hop into the echo chamber of misinformation-information with Cassidy, Evelyn, and Isaak to learn about some common examples of bias controlling our interpretations of events. Whether in media, the news, or just everyday occurrences, your personal world view can shape how you understand something that seemingly has a definite meaning. In this episod…

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713. Help! My Cohost Made Me Watch: Godzilla Minus One (2023) 40:35

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Oh no! Jason finally did it! This all-new ongoing series locks Ryan into a devil's agreement - he MUST watch a movie of Jason's choice, no matter what! This episode corners Ryan with Godzilla Minus One (2023)...Will he hate it? Could he love it?! Can the camaraderie between cohosts survive the terrifying nature of this series?!? The Deep Question: …

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Quick Cuts 164: Down for Some Dean 3:41

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Jacksonville, Florida adored the James Dean episode but thinks these cohosts made a Giant (1956) mistake! Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 435 - Brady Spitz

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Appalachian State University Percussion Professor Brady Spitz stops by to talk about his position at the school, what it’s like to teach in the mountains, and the various natural disasters he’s lived through (02:40), growing up in Colorado, his background playing in bands and performing in the pit in musicals, and his sports background (32:00), his…

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712. Kicking Back with Slackers: The Big Lebowski (1998) and Wayne's World (1992) 37:59

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The Dude abides. Party on Wayne! Jason and Ryan take a load off to enjoy a couple of chill slackers in these excellent flicks. Pop in this Cinema Drive cassette to revel in the best that SNL and the Coen brothers have to offer! The Deep Question: The King and Queen of a faraway country visit the United States and want to see three "really great" Am…

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159 / How Agility Connects Organizational Strategy to Value Delivered, with Trisha Hall 34:19

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In this episode, AgilityInsights’ Trisha Hall joins Paul Gebel for a first-ever joint podcast for Product Momentum — here, with Trisha’s Illuminating Insights. Trisha leads the enterprise solutions and government contracting team at AgilityInsights, and Paul is a VP of Delivery at ITX as well as long-time host of Product Momentum. In this inspiring…

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Quick Cuts 163: Monster Summer (2024) and The Stick Up (2002) 4:39

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What have the guys gotten into recently and were they any good?! Message Jason and Ryan

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Pete's Percussion Podcast: Episode 434 - Eric Hollenbeck (Part 2)

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Colorado State University Percussion Professor Eric Hollenbeck returns to talk about playing sports in high school and more about percussion sound concepts (01:30) his college undergrad and graduate career and studying with Michael Burritt and Tom Siwe (18:40), a discussion of his first teaching job at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (37:20…

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Exploring the World of Content Reuse (Bevin, Givana, and Luke) 14:12

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In this episode, Bevin, Givana, and Luke discuss the concept of remixes in pop culture and media, inspired by Kirby Ferguson's YouTube video 'Everything is a Remix.' They explore how social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube borrow features from each other, and how this concept extends to music, art, and television. They also delve…

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711. Fables and Foibles: Raising Arizona (1987) - With Adam "Tex" Davis 56:52

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Cinema Drive welcomes screenwriter/director/producer Adam "Tex" Davis to the show! Tex is the inspiration and screenwriter for the romcom Just Friends (2005), starring Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, and Anna Faris, he's sold screenplays to the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio's Appian Way, and written, rewritten, or punched up over 25 feature film scripts for…

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Quick Cuts 162: The Ongoing Adventures of Season 7! 3:41

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Jason and Ryan gush about the promise of upcoming season 7 episodes! Message Jason and Ryan