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Rewatching Buffy The Vampire Slayer with hosts Mel and Tilda. Winners of the Buffy trivia...first of their name...and The Chosen Two. Episode by episode we will take you through this incredible show, give you facts you never knew and of course butt heads with our opinions! THIS PODCAST CONTAINS SPOILERS. It’s been over 25 years people ..
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Slayer Talk

Mark and Carol

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An episode-by-episode look at Buffy the Vampire Slayer starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, Alyson Hannigan, Charisma Carpenter, James Marsters, Seth Green, and created by Joss Whedon. All episodes recorded when the show originally aired 25 years ago.
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Quantum Quest: A Cassini Space Odyssey might be the biggest movie you've never heard of. It's a 2010 animated sci-fi movie starring Chris Pine, John Travolta, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Amanda Peet, James Earl Jones, Mark Hamill, William Shatner, Samuel L. Jackson, Jason Alexander, Sandra Oh, and Neil Armstrong. It ran in one theater in Kentucky, then disappeared forever. It never got a wide theatrical release or home video release and it's never been on any streaming services. I set out to find ...
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Back To The Blockbuster

Back To The Blockbuster

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Welcome to Back To The Blockbuster, a Playlyst original podcast hosted by Gaius Bolling and Jackson Pye. Gaius brings his industry knowledge to the conversation as he currently works Press for film & TV while Jackson brings the casual moviegoer opinion. The duo also covers milestone movie anniversaries and predicts the box office every week. In addition to the main show, Gaius also hosts a bi-weekly spinoff called Back To The Blockbuster Presents: Deep Dives that sees Gaius and rotating gues ...
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SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

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“SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers” is podcast show that explores the Scream film franchise in deep, focused analysis. It is the goal of this show to unite the engaging, film critic analysis with a fan’s passion and love for the mythology of Scream. This podcast aims to give equal airtime to Scream (1996), Scream 2, Scream 3, Scream 4, Scream (2022), Scream 6, and the upcoming Scream 7, as well as Scream-adjacent topics. Episode coverage will include character development, storylines, themes, symb ...
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This week, we're drowning in movie news! From Sarah Michelle Gellar's triumphant big screen return alongside Elijah Wood and Shawn Hatosy in the “Ready or Not” sequel, "Ready or Not: Here I Come" to the buzz around Shawn Levy's Star Wars film with Ryan Gosling and Mikey Madison's surprising pass on going to a galaxy far far away, we've got the insi…
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In this episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Sarah Michelle Gellar gets real about the rhythms of parenting, the importance of family dinners, and the surprisingly emotional journey of getting her daughter to like artichokes. The millennial icon and mother of two shares how carving out unhurried moments—like sitting around the dinner table—create…
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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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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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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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Beyond the scandal and salaciousness, “Gossip” offers a fascinating look at the power of rumor and reputation. We're dissecting Davis Guggenheim's film, exploring the themes it raises, and analyzing the performances of its impressive ensemble cast: James Marsden, Lena Headey, Kate Hudson, Joshua Jackson, and more! Joining in on this juicy discussio…
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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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Zoomie Zombie kitties! Buffy is back in Sunnydale, dealing with the fallout from her decision to run away. Joyce and the gang speak their truths! Schnapps will sure bring the truth outta ya! So grab your empanadas and join us for .. a hoot-nanny? Gathering? Shindig.. we have no idea. Come on down to our instagram! @thechosentwo.podcast and our FACE…
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Still Sharp, Still Savage, Still Satirical! Join us as we dissect Mary Harron's controversial and iconic adaptation of Bret Easton Ellis's “American Psycho.” From Christian Bale's career-defining performance as Patrick Bateman to the film's razor-sharp commentary on yuppie culture and consumerism, we explore why this psychological horror/black come…
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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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This week's movie news is PACKED! We're diving into the “Urban Legend” remake announcement – is it necessary or sacrilege? Guy Ritchie's taking the “Road House” reigns with Jake Gyllenhaal – can he deliver the action we crave? And Ryan Coogler’s “Sinners” continues to wonderfully defy expectations at the box office! We'll also analyze the Thunderbo…
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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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On the latest episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, parenting meets design in the most practical—and playful—way possible. Host Bethany Braun-Silva sits down with Myriam Sandler, play and design expert, founder of the massively popular Mothercould platform, and author of the upcoming book PLAYFUL BY DESIGN: Your Stress-Free Guide to Raising Confid…
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Revisiting Paul Haggis' Divisive Oscar Winner! Twenty years ago, Paul Haggis' "Crash" shocked the world by winning Best Picture at the Academy Awards. Join us as we dissect this controversial film starring Sandra Bullock, Don Cheadle, Matt Dillon, and an all-star cast, examining its impact, its enduring themes, and why it continues to spark debate.…
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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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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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From Ryan Coogler's vision to the captivating performances of Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson, Omar Miller, and Delroy Lindo, "Sinners" is a horror movie that demands attention. We're dissecting the film's themes of redemption, race damnation, and the haunting power of blues music within …
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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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Allyson Felix has spent most of her life breaking records—and now, she’s redefining balance. In a candid conversation for The Breakdown with Bethany, the most decorated American Track & Field Olympian of all time opened up about what it really looks like to juggle motherhood, entrepreneurship, and legacy-building after elite sports. Felix, now a mo…
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1, 2, Freddy's coming for you… again! We're diving deep into the controversial 2010 remake of “A Nightmare on Elm Street” for its (almost unbelievable) 15th anniversary! Was Samuel Bayer's vision truly a nightmare, or an unfairly maligned attempt to resurrect the horror icon created by Wes Craven? We dissect the script rewrites from Wesley Strick a…
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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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This week, we're serving up a massive dose of movie news! We start with the web-slinging world: “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” finally has a release date, and we reveal the official title for “Spider-Man 4.” Next, we dissect the confirmed cast for Sam Mendes' highly anticipated Beatles biopics. Action fans rejoice! “John Wick 5” is officiall…
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On this episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, we're joined by Jeanelle Teves, a powerhouse executive, global brand leader, and unapologetic advocate for working parents. As the Chief Commercial Officer of Bugaboo and a former Nike executive, Jeanelle brings over a decade of experience in high-level leadership across continents. She opens up about …
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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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We're celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Final Destination,” the film that made us terrified of premonitions and everyday objects! Join us as we dissect James Wong's horror classic, digging into the genius of Glen Morgan and Jeffrey Reddick's story. Beginning with Devon Sawa's desperate attempts to cheat death, we'll revisit the iconic cast, incl…
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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…
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Welcome to Jill’s America! On April 15, 2011, Scream 4 released into theaters and Jill Roberts shocked the hearts and minds of horror moviegoers. Today, April 15, 2025, Ryan and the Patreon community celebrate Jill Roberts as one of the best (if not the definitive best) Ghostface killers in the history of the SCREAM franchise. Subscribe on Patreon.…
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Non-stop movie news this week! We're breaking down the latest on “Avengers: Doomsday,” the casting of Zendaya as Ronnie Spector in Barry Jenkins' new film with A24, the power players behind the next James Bond movie, and the battle for “Texas Chainsaw Massacre, which could have the interest of Glen Powell! We also dive into the “Snow White” box off…
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This week, experience Ryan’s adventure to the 90s Con in Hartford, Connecticut last week with a documentary style episode where Ryan recounts in real time meeting SCREAM stars David Arquette, Skeet Ulrich, Matthew Lillard, Rose Mc Gowan, Jamie Kennedy, and Dermot Mulroney. Additionally, Ryan previews the premiere of the first audio commentary for t…
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"Cowabunga, dudes and dudettes! Join us as we shell-ebrate the 35th Anniversary of the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” (1990) live-action masterpiece, chosen by YOU, as your listeners pick! We're diving deep into the ooze with Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird's creations, exploring the direction of Steve Barron, the writing of screenwriters Todd W. Lange…
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Happy April, also known as Scream 4 month! Ryan is joined by Ivan to discuss the time around Scream 4 – the production, the fandom, the release, the reception – and what has changed since 2011. Then, more importantly, Ryan and Ivan will discuss how the Scream 4 era is different from the Radio Silence/Requel era of Scream (2022) and Scream VI, and t…
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"Secrets and Societies: Unmasking “The Skulls” 25 Years Later. “The Skulls,” the 2000 thriller starring Joshua Jackson and Paul Walker, captivated the younger demographic with its tale of secret societies and hidden agendas. But what lies beneath the surface? We're diving deep into the film's mysteries, examining the performances of Leslie Bibb, Hi…
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On this special episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Bethany Braun-Silva sits down with the legendary Tamron Hall—award-winning journalist, talk show host, and now children's book author—to discuss the beauty, challenges, and evolution of motherhood, career, and storytelling. Tamron opens up about becoming a mother at 48 and how patience, perspec…
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This week is dedicated to the fallen member of the “Scream” trio, David Arquette and Dewey Riley. First, Ryan covers the announcement that Arquette will appear as Dewey in “Scream 7” as well as the news that “Cat in the Hat” will be released on the same day as “Scream 7.” Then, Ryan is joined by Cassi and Sarah to rank the five Dewey Riley appearan…
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From the "Another Simple Favor" premiere buzz with Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick to the raging "Snow White" controversy with Rachel Zegler & Gal Gadot, we're serving up the hottest Hollywood stories on Back to the Blockbuster. Plus, HUGE casting news: Dwayne Johnson joins Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Emily Blunt for a big new film that …
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In this deeply moving episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Bethany Braun-Silva sits down with Jayne Mattingly, creator of Body Grief and author of the upcoming book This Is Body Grief, to explore what it means when your body no longer feels like your own. Whether due to chronic illness, disability, postpartum changes, or other life-altering condi…
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This week is dedicated to the super-legacy member of the Scream franchise, the only person to star in all six films, Courteney Cox and Gale Weathers. Ryan is joined by Jude to rank the six Gale Weathers appearances and Courteney Cox’s performances so far from best to least best. Jude also shares his Scream Story and answers to the speed round quest…
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In this episode of The Breakdown with Bethany, Bethany Braun-Silva sits down with Chelsea Freeman—entrepreneur, devoted mom of three, and wife of Los Angeles Dodgers star Freddie Freeman—for a candid conversation about life on and off the field. Fresh off the Dodgers' 2024 World Series win, Chelsea shares how she keeps her boys active, the challeng…
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We dissect the winners and losers, the snubs and surprises, and the most memorable moments from the 97th Academy Awards. Then, we dive deep into the implications of Amazon MGM Studios' new control over the James Bond franchise. Will 007 be forever changed? Listen to our hot takes regarding Hollywood’s biggest night and how a big franchise could be …
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This week is dedicated to our heroine, Sidney Prescott and Neve Campbell. First, Ryan reflects on what Sidney returning to the franchise as the main character means and how special it is. Then, Quentin joins Ryan to rank the five Sidney Prescott appearances and Neve Campbell’s performances so far from best to least best. Ryan and Quentin also discu…
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Can you believe it? The detention bell is ringing for a 40th anniversary! This week, we're diving deep into the iconic John Hughes classic, “The Breakfast Club.” Join us as we reminisce about the joy and teen angst of Emilio Estevez, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, Ally Sheedy, and realize as adults that Paul Gleason’s Richard Ve…
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This week, Ryan announces new changes coming to the podcast. This show will be the final “Patreon episode” of the podcast as they have been designed thus far in the history of SWRCS. Starting next month in April, Ryan will begin offering audio commentaries as the primary bonus content for Patreon subscribers. In addition, Ryan is joined by the Crea…
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This week, we're cracking open the vault and dissecting Ben Younger's groundbreaking film, “Boiler Room,” on its 25th anniversary. More than just a flashy depiction of Wall Street greed, “Boiler Room” offered a starkly realistic look at the pressure-cooker environment of a pump-and-dump brokerage. We'll analyze Younger's directorial choices, Giovan…
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For the last episode of February 2025, Ryan presents a Valentine’s Day special. Ryan hosts the Patreon community to discuss Scream-inspired slasher “Valentine” (2001), Mason Gooding as a leading man in the newly released holiday slasher “Heart Eyes” (2025), and character crushes from the “Scream” franchise. Then, Ryan and Michael Schwartz make fina…
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Scream a little louder! We're celebrating the 25th anniversary of “Scream 3,” the final chapter (for a while!) in Wes Craven's iconic slasher trilogy. Join us as we revisit the Hollywood horrors facing Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gale Weathers (Courteney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). We'll dissect the killer's motives, discuss the ad…
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This week, Ryan hosts his Patreon supporters to discuss everything Scream 7. Ryan and his guests discuss Scream 7 predictions, the Joel McHale casting as Sidney’s husband, the return of the Meeks twins, the new cast featuring McKenna Grace and Anna Camp, as well as recentering the narrative around Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell) and Gale Weathers (…
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Capitalism is evil! Fight the man! .. Hell is here on earth.. all lessons we learned from this somewhat depressing episode. This is one of Tildas favourites... she has a lot of great insists into the not so subtle undertones in the writing. Come on down to our instagram! @thechosentwo.podcast and our FACEBOOK page!! @thechosentwo.podcast Send us yo…
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Join us in this special episode as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the cult classic "In the Mouth of Madness," directed by the legendary John Carpenter. We dive deep into the film's chilling meta narrative and its unforgettable performances by stars like Sam Neill, Julie Carmen, Jurgen Prochnow, David Warner, and Charlton Heston. Discover how …
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Bethenny Frankel is an entrepreneur, newly minted social media star, author, chef (not cook), and mom. Bethany Braun-Silva chats with Frankel (one of her heroes) about her YouTube show, new wine and mocktail launch, social media, and the impact that Bethenny's motto of always "keeping it real" has on women, especially when it comes to makeup. Hoste…
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