“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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Happy Horror Time is hosted by Tim Murdock & Matt Emert – two off-the-wall gay guys who LOVE scary movies! We discuss new horror films (spoiling everything along the way) and interview horror stars & insiders. We're unpolished, unscripted, and a ton of fun!
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In Another World: A Pop Culture Podcast A celebration of pop culture. Every week, join host Zacary Landolt (@zacarywithnoh insta/Twitter) as he dives into a discussion about a different piece of pop culture. Sometimes it’s an old favorite, or a “pop culture blind spot” that needs to be filled in. Joined by lovely, entertaining guests, and filled with fun segments, it’s always sure to be a good time! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/inanotherworld/support
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251 - Mental Health in SCREAM (Sidney, Sam, Tara) & the Legacy Characters After Scream 7
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Ryan invites Jess and Phil to analyze the depiction of mental health representation of the SCREAM franchise's heroines -- Sidney, Sam, and Tara -- and the differences between the approach of Wes Craven vs. Radio Silence. Then, Ryan chats with Nuala, a long-time Patreon who discuss the future of the lgeacy characters after Scream 7. Breaking News! w…
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Ep 274: “Haunted Mansion” 2003 vs. 2023 (w/Dina Spybey-Waters)
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In a special episode to kick off spooky season, we take a look back at the two film adaptations of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion ride — both the 2003 and 2023 releases. And what better guest to join us than Dina Spybey-Waters, who played the quirky yet compassionate maid, Emma, in “Haunted Mansion” 2003? Tune in to hear all about Dina’s experience w…
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250 - Ranking the Franchises: Scream, Halloween, Friday, Nightmare; Slashers: 80s v. 90s; & Taylor Swift’s Iconic Month (250th Special)
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Milestone alert! In this episode, Ryan celebrates the 250th episode of SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers. Ryan extends thanks to everyone who has listened, supported, followed the podcast and those who have subscribed to the Patreon over the last 250 shows. To celebrate, Ryan invites producer TJ Jones and Josh Carr to discuss everything slashers! Ryan, J…
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249 - Scream 7 Predictions: Which Survivor Dies? (Sidney, Gale, Chad, Mindy)
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Ryan is joined by the Patreon community for an epic debate about which returning cast member (if any) will meet their end at the hands of Ghostface in Scream 7: Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, Chad Meeks, or Mindy Meeks. This topic is especially prevalent considering Scream VI has been harshly criticized for its seven survivors and all six returnin…
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Marketing for “The Conjuring: Last Rites” billed it as the end of the series… but considering it had the biggest global opening ever for a horror movie, this franchise will inevitably live on. Tune in to hear us break down all the scariest moments (one in particular that made Matt jump), whether its 135-minute running time was necessary, and how it…
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248 - A Nightmare on Elm Street (Ryan’s Audio Commentary)
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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers watches and performs an audio commentary for Wes Craven's “A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984). Watch the film as you follow along, or listen like a regular podcast recording. Listen to the full commentary on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
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247 - Scream 7 Tea: New Facts & Insights from Neve & Kevin
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Today’s episode of SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers covers recent SCREAM news from announcements, speculation, and from “Your Favorite Scary Movie,” a book by Ashley Cullins, including: · Kevin Williamson stating his favorite sequel is Scream VI · Neve Campbell saying she hasn’t seen Scream VI, that Sam’s darkness “didn’t feel like Scream,” and that she…
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Ep 272: Interview w/Ashley Cullins, Author of “Your Favorite Scary Movie”
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It didn’t take long for Ashley Cullins’ new book on the “Scream” franchise to become a New York Times bestseller. Kevin Williamson even referred to it as “the definitive story of Scream.” Tune in for an in-depth discussion about writing “Your Favorite Scary Movie: How the Scream Films Rewrote the Rules of Horror,” the many interviews Ashley landed …
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246 - Jada Pinkett & 'Heart Eyes’ Review
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We’re back! After two weeks off, SWRCS returns with SCREAM talk! First, Ryan is joined by Tamika to discuss Jada Pinkett Smith’s impact on Scream 2 and her opening victim character of Maureen Evans. Then, Amar Karim helps Ryan with a full review of Mason Gooding’s 2025 release “Heart Eyes.” Introduction “Karma” Maureen Evans and Jada Pinkett “Heart…
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Ep 271: Interview w/Linnea Quigley from "The Return of the Living Dead," "Night of the Demons," and many more
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If anyone deserves the title of “Scream Queen,” it’s Linnea Quigley. Having starred in over 135 films (most of which are horror), she’s got a résumé stacked with countless fan favorites. Tune in to hear all about filming that iconic deer antler impalement in “Silent Night, Deadly Night” (1984), dancing nude in a graveyard in “The Return of the Livi…
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Remake, reimagining, reboot — all of these words could be used to describe the new “Witchboard,” which is VERY loosely based on a 1986 film of the same name and directed by Chuck Russell (Director of “A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors”). Tune in to hear us break down all that witchy backstory, how it compared with the original film, and h…
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Zach Cregger, Writer/Director of 2022’s “Barbarian,” is back with another insanely unique horror mystery… this time about a class full of kids disappearing into the night with arms outstretched. Tune in to hear us break down “Weapons” — from all the moments that creeped us out, to every twist we didn’t see coming, and the character we can’t stop ra…
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245 - 30 Reasons Why Scream 3 is the Best, Remembering Wes Craven & All Too Well (Summer Finale)
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In the summer finale before a two-week hiatus, Ryan celebrates his 30th birthday (August 18th) with this special mega episode. First, Ryan explains “30 Reasons Why Scream 3 is the Best” in a passionate advocation of the third entry in the series. Then, Ryan is joined by Josh and Justine from the Scream Queens Podcast to commemorate ten years since …
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244 - Alison Brie’s Core Four Comments & Melissa Barrera in Scary Movie 6
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Ryan covers two controversial talking points in the current SCREAM discourse: (1) the impact of Alison Brie’s recent comments about “the Core Four,” her disappointment in the recent films, and Dewey’s death; (2) the potential of Melissa Barrera joining “Scary Movie 6” to spoof Sam Carpenter, her own divisive performance, and Scream overall after he…
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243 – Halloween vs. Scream Q&A (Hallo-Scream)
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In this week’s episode, Ryan is joined by Matt Emert of the Happy Horror Time podcast to answer new podcast speed round questions specifically relating to the Halloween franchise and a mini competition between Halloween vs. Scream on a variety of topics. Introduction “Halloween Story” Halloween Questions Hallo-Scream Questions White Horse Find us o…
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Real-life married couple, Alison Brie and Dave Franco, star in “Together” — part supernatural flick, part body horror, with a side of co-dependency and a dash of insanity. Tune in to hear us break down all those intense scenes (and there were many), how committed the two leads were, that perfect song played at the end, and how the film is a metapho…
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242 - Halloween H20 (Ryan's Audio Commentary)
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In this episode, Ryan C. Showers watches and performs an audio commentary for “Halloween H20" (1998). Watch the film as you follow along, or listen like a regular podcast recording. THIS IS A PUBLIC PREVIEW! Subscribe on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to listen to full audio commentary! Find us on Patreon, Instagram, Facebook, X, BlueSky, and Youtube.…
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241 – Scream 7 Predictions: How Halloween H20 Will Inspire Scream 7
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In this week’s episode, Ryan is joined by Anthony and Amar to predict how similar “Scream 7” and “Halloween H20” will be in terms of plot, character arcs, and narrative choices, on the anniversary of the release of the seventh “Halloween” in theaters. Both films will have been written (uncredited) and shaped by Kevin Williamson and are the seventh …
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The creator of “The Purge” franchise, James DeMonaco, has shifted from anarchy to generational divides in his new psychological thriller starring none other than… Pete Davidson! Tune in as we break down “The Home” — from what we’ve seen many times before (a creepy hospital-like setting), to what was totally unexpected (that insane ending), and all …
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240 – The Problematic Production of Wes Craven’s ‘Cursed,’ the Attempted Werewolf Version of SCREAM (Feat. Wild Things & August)
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In this week’s episode, Ryan summarizes the problematic production of “Cursed” (2005). The film that reunited Wes Craven, Kevin Williamson, Skeet Ulrich, Marianne Maddalena, Patrick Lussier, and Marco Beltrami to make the werewolf version of “Scream” that became a two-year nightmare for everyone involved under Dimension. Ryan invites Sam and Garris…
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In this week’s episode, Ryan invites Tarick Evans to figure out how to fix Scream VI. Ryan proposes three different versions to change Scream VI: moderate changes, alterations to Gale specifically, and a complete overhaul of the movie as we know it. Additionally, podcast producer TJ Jones joins to describe why Scream VI is better suited to be class…
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Ep 266: Hooked on a Scream (w/Ryan Showers, host of Scream w/Ryan C. Showers podcast)
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Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. are back in a new installment of “I Know What You Did Last Summer” that involves a very different accident and a familiar-looking villain. Tune in as we’re joined by Ryan Showers, host of the Scream with Ryan C. Showers podcast, to break down all those new characters, whether they made good use of JLH and…
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238 – The Good & Bad: ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ (2025) Breakdown
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Join Ryan for a breakdown of the new “I Know What You Did Last Summer” (2025) film. Ryan is joined by guests who both absolutely loved the new film and others who find it deeply flawed. Find us on Patreon, Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, BlueSky, and Youtube. Host & CEO: @ScreamWithRCS Producers: @squirrelandspud9 @ninnetimes @joneshiphop @tjonesfi…
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237 – I Know What You Did Last Summer: Comparisons to Scream (1996), Screentime Data, & Reactions to the New Movie
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It’s “I Know What You Did Last Summer” week! Join Ryan to discuss reactions to the divisive requel film released on Friday with Josh and Amar. Then, Ryan invites Anthony and Jess to investigate the similarities and differences between the original “Scream” and “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” Then, the episode rounds out with a cameo from Kevin a…
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Ep 265: Interview w/Darren Stein, Writer/Director of “Jawbreaker”
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Although “Jawbreaker” is a dark comedy that has inspired so many teen flicks since its release, Writer/Director Darren Stein originally intended it to be a horror film. Tune in to hear all about what inspired this 1999 cult classic, what it was like working with its all-star cast so early in their careers, and the reason behind that very homoerotic…
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