Scandal Water

In this lively update episode, Candy and Ashley spill the tea about what came to light after their season 2 episodes aired.

What creepy experience inside Waverly Hills Sanitorium did one of our listeners share with us via an audio clip? Why were the charges dropped against Alec Baldwin in the “Rust” case? What new productions are in the works for both the “Star Wars” and “Stranger Things” franchises? And what’s the latest on our “bend in the road” celebrities, Michael J. Fox, Christina Applegate, and Robert Downey, Jr.?

Just a few weeks ago “Mission: Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One” opened in theaters, boasting what has been described as “the biggest stunt in the history of cinema” and is noted by one film exec to be “far and away the most dangerous thing we’ve ever attempted.” The stunt occurs when the hero, Ethan Hunt, rides a motorcycle off a huge cliff, then jumps off the bike in mid-fall to pull a parachute and ultimately land safely. 

The “Mission: Impossible” franchise has come to be associated with death-defying stunts, non-stop action, impressive disguises, and an unstoppable action hero in Tom Cruise.

But your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to travel back with us to the 1996 blockbuster that started it all, the original “Mission: Impossible,” in which espionage still played as large a role as the action. 

In this lively episode, we take you behind the scenes of the hit film, discussing everything from the inspiration for the movie to the reactions of the cast members of the “Mission: Impossible” TV series, to the special effects used to create the famous train scene, to the one regret Tom Cruise shared with Emilio Estevez. 

So be sure to join the fun; it will leave you saying, “Mission ACCOMPLISHED!”

If Smash Mouth’s “All Star” or “I’m a Believer” immediately conjures up images of a green ogre and his lovable sidekick Donkey, this is the episode for you!

Join Ashley and Candy as they revisit the 2001 summer blockbuster “Shrek,” which broke ground not only with its animation techniques but also with its multi-platinum soundtrack and cheeky, irreverent take on our most beloved fairy tales.

What actors were originally chosen to voice Shrek and Fiona, and what circumstances led to their replacement? In what ways did Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz, and Eddie Murphy influence the appearance, personality, and gestures of the characters they portrayed? What challenges did the filmmakers face in trying to achieve a more 3-dimensional form of animation– and to set themselves apart from Disney? And why use pop music for a story set in medieval times?

Be sure to catch this fun episode about the original ‘Shrek’-- the movie that made us all believers in happily-ever-after.

Great Scott! With “Back to the Future: The Musical” having just opened on Broadway, what better time to revisit the classic movie that started it all?

Few movies are more beloved or impactful than 1985’s  “Back to the Future.” It catapulted Michael J. Fox to megastar status, led to the creation of two hit songs, fueled the skateboarding craze, and proved that sci-fi (especially time-travel) movies could bring in big bucks at the box office. 

This week we take you “Back in Time.” More specifically, we take you behind the scenes of “Back to the Future,” including a discussion of the changes made to both the script and the cast, Crispin Glover’s lawsuit, fun facts about the making of the film, and much more!

Watching a fireworks show: hosting a backyard barbecue; wearing red, white, and blue; displaying the American flag… these are just a few ways people celebrate Independence Day in the U.S.

But if you’d like to add a little extra sizzle to your July 4th holiday this year,  join us for a look at the beloved adventure movie “National Treasure” in which Nic Cage utters one of the most iconic (and most memed) lines of all time: “I’m gonna steal the Declaration of Independence.”

From behind-the-scenes stories to fast facts about the historical clues used in the film, this fun episode will not only bring back nostalgic memories of the movie and a swaggering Nic Cage, but also of your 8th-grade field trip. 

“I travel because I would rather look back at my life, saying ‘I can’t believe I did that’ instead of ‘if only I had.’  ~ Florine Bos

For our final episode in June, Candy and Ashley invite you to come along on their own personal summer road trips!

Join in the fun as they share a few highlights, recommendations, challenges, and tips related to their own travels this summer. With Candy heading out west and Ashley to the south, their experiences range from kayaking the Colorado River to meeting the owner of the “Best Historic Saloon in the West” to staying on the beautiful Tybee Island, to taking a personalized tour with everyone’s favorite guide, Tommy Dew– and so much more!

So grab your sunscreen and flip-flops, and buckle up for one final summer travel adventure. Candy and Ashley don’t want to take this trip without you!

If you’re looking for an impressive setting for your TV show, movie, book, music video, or daredevil stunt, you can’t beat the Grand Canyon.

Just ask the directors of National Lampoon’s “Vacation,”  Oprah, Criss Angel, David Baldacci, or a host of other artists and filmmakers.

For this week’s summer road trip, Candy and Ashley head to Arizona to visit one of the 7 wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. 

What famous figure is responsible for bringing the Grand Canyon to national attention and helping protect it? What famous songs, shows, books, and movies have used the Grand Canyon as a setting or subject? Why are so many film projects turned down by the representatives of the Grand Canyon National Park? And to answer Candy’s burning question, is it REALLY safe to visit there?

This episode is sure to hold your attention longer than the Grand Canyon kept Clark Griswold’s, so join us for a WONDER-ful time!

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"We've got a long way to go, and a short time to get there, I'm east bound, just watch ol' "Bandit" run…"

If these famous lyrics bring to your mind images of a black 1977 Trans Am, a smirking Burt Reynolds, and an easy-going trucker whose favorite traveling companion is his Basset Hound Fred, this is the episode for you!

This week Candy and Ashley invite you to ride along as they take a trip back to 1977’s wildly popular film ‘Smokey and the Bandit.’ Characterized as both an action/adventure and also a buddy film, ‘Smokey and the Bandit’ is credited for causing a huge explosion in Pontiac Trans Am sales, spreading the CB radio craze, and paving the way for shows such as ‘The Dukes of Hazzard.’

So put your ears on and catch this fun episode that covers everything from the inspiration behind the plot of ‘Smokey and the Bandit,’ to the relationship between Burt Reynolds and Sally Field, to the changes Jackie Gleason brought to the movie, to a weeklong event called the Bandit Run that has occurred annually since 2007 in honor of the film. 

Can we hear a big 10-4?

Extra Music Used (Not Josh Martin)

“East Bound and Down” Karaoke Track https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCOVqEGiiWU

What is the most-visited home in America, after the White House?

You guessed it… Graceland.

Located in Memphis, Tennessee, the famous mansion– now part of an enormous entertainment complex– is not only the place Elvis called home for the last 20 years of his life but also the site of his death and burial.   

In this summer road trip episode we (virtually) visit the King of Rock ’n’ Roll’s beloved Graceland, connecting it to the recent “Elvis” biopic starring Austin Butler. 

How did Elvis come to purchase Graceland, and what changes did he make to the estate over the years? What circumstances forced Elvis’s family to consider opening his home to the public, even though Priscilla felt “to open up your home was like being robbed”? What role did Graceland play in Lisa Marie’s life, and how will her tragic passing affect the future of this famous site? These are just a few of the questions we discuss in this week’s episode. 

Graceland is one building that Elvis has NOT left; it stands as a memorial celebrating the performer’s talent, achievements, and life. We hope you’ll come along for the ride as we head to one of the most famous homes in the world, Elvis’s Graceland.

Two things the Barrymore Family is known for:

1. Their status as Hollywood Royalty

Commonly referred to as Hollywood’s First Family or “an acting dynasty,” the Barrymores have entertained and enthralled audiences since as far back as the 1700s.  Yet along with fame and adulation, the Barrymores’ lives have also contained struggles with strained family relationships, substance abuse, and other personal demons. 

In this episode we trace Drew Barrymore’s family tree, highlighting successes and challenges experienced by some of Drew’s famous ancestors, including the legendary John Barrymore. 

We also delve into Drew Barrymore’s own personal struggles, including the circumstances that led to her institutionalization at 13 and emancipation at 14, as well as her determination to break the Barrymore Curse.

#Film #Movies #FollowingaThread #DrewBarrymore #JohnBarrymore #EthelBarrymore #LionelBarrymore #TheBarrymoreLegacy #HollywoodsFirstFamily #Acting #Theatre #DNA #BarrymoreDynasty