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Season 5 begins in September, but rather than going dark during August, we thought we’d offer you a peek behind the scenes by sharing one of the perks usually reserved for our Patreon and Buy Me a Coffee Members. 

In our very first mini-sode, Candy and Ashley spill the tea on one of Marilyn Monroe's most famous photos, the publicity still taken by her friend Sam during a publicity stunt for "The Seven Year Itch." And in a twist wor...

In this lively update episode, Candy and Ashley spill the tea about new developments that occurred after their season 4 episodes aired. 

What exciting new projects are in the works for Alicia Silverstone, Kimberly Williams Paisley, and the “Little House on the Prairie” franchise? How is the Biltmore connected to King Tut? What circumstances led to Candy’s brief encounter with a relative of Nate Bargatze? How did “The Tonight Show W...

Roughly 100 years ago, in Oklahoma, dozens of Osage people were murdered in cold blood in an attempt to steal their wealth and land. That horrific period of time is referred to as the Reign of Terror and is the focus of the true crime book “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann. 

In this fascinating episode we compare the 2017 nonfiction book with the 2023 movie, also called “Killers of the Flower Moon.” Though different in ap...

When just a glimpse of the famous gunslingers’ silhouette or the phrase “I’m your huckleberry” immediately transports you to the world of “Tombstone” (1993), it’s a pretty sure sign the film is a classic.

Featuring a star-studded cast, “Tombstone” is now widely regarded as one of the all-time best Westerns… which is even more impressive considering the massive obstacles the cast and crew faced during filming!

Why was the original d...

The gritty, dark revisionist Western “Unforgiven” is not only widely regarded as one of Clint Eastwood’s greatest works– as both actor and director– but is also one of only 4 Westerns to ever win an Oscar for Best Picture.

Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at this classic film, including a brief tribute to legendary Gene Hackman, whose portrayal of ruthless sheriff Little Bill Daggett also earned him an Oscar. 

What movies inspi...

John Wayne brought more than 150 characters to life on film, but it was his turn as the pot-bellied, heavy-drinking, eye-patch-wearing U.S. Marshall Rooster Cogburn in “True Grit” that earned him his only Oscar. 

And in this fun episode we revisit the classic 1969 Western “True Grit,” including a brief tribute to The Duke himself.

How true did the movie hold to the book on which it was based? What personal struggles did Kim...

In 2018, 15 puppies were permitted to leave Chernobyl’s Nuclear Exclusion Zone. They were the first animals or objects allowed to exit that area since the disaster occurred in 1986. 

In this final episode of our 2-part series on the “Chernobyl” miniseries, Candy and Ashley discuss the aftereffects of the nuclear accident and the accuracy of the HBO series.

Why does the death toll range from 31 people to thousands, depending on the ...

To this day, the Chernobyl disaster remains the worst nuclear accident in history… and the 2019 HBO miniseries “Chernobyl” details what happened in disturbing, yet riveting, detail. 

In the first episode of this 2-part series on the award-winning “Chernobyl,” Candy and Ashley share a little background on the terrifying incident and discuss the creation of the miniseries. 

What is it like to visit Chernobyl today, according to a fir...

“Armageddon” was not only the highest-grossing film of 1998, but it also earned 4 Oscar nominations. Yet that same flick was named the worst movie of the year by Roger Ebert and nominated for 7 Razzie Awards. 

How could a film beloved by so many also receive such harsh criticism? That’s just one of the many points we drill down on in this fun episode on the 1998 blockbuster “Armageddon.”

What inspired the writers to add the romanti...

Fearless storm chasers, a love triangle, and a flying cow… the 1996 blockbuster “Twister” had a lot going for it. 

And in this special double-feature episode, we discuss not only the original film, but also the 2024 standalone sequel “Twisters!”

What connection did “Twister” have to “Jurassic Park”? How did the technology developed for the 1996 movie advance filmmaking? In what ways does “Twisters” parallel “Twister,” and w...

*Warning: There are brief descriptions of child abuse in this episode. Listener discretion is advised.

As Shari Franke watched the police break into her family’s home on August 30, 2023, her Instagram post simply read, “Finally.”

In Part 3 we finish our series on Ruby Franke, the Utah mother of 6 who somehow moved from beloved family YouTube vlogger to convicted child abuser. 

What happened when Shari and neighbors called child...

Ruby Franke’s friend called Jodi Hildebrandt a guru… Ruby’s daughter Shari called her “our family’s very own cult leader.”

In Part 2, we continue our 3-part series on the Ruby Franke case, sharing what happened after Ruby and Kevin sought help for their son Chad’s behavior. 

How did it impact the family when therapist and life coach Jodi Hildebrandt entered their lives? What incident caused most of Ruby’s 2.5 million YouTube follow...

It was the 911 call heard around the world.

Through countless media releases, we all listened as a man in Utah tearfully described the wounds on the young boy who had shown up at his door asking to be taken to the police… a young boy who, we soon learned, had been horrifically abused by his own mother and her business partner. 

For many of us, this was our introduction to the shocking and sad story of Ruby Franke, the subject of th...

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It’s hard to believe it’s been 50 years since “Jaws” arrived with a splash, bringing acclaim to young director Steven Spielberg, forever changing the public perception of sharks, and introducing the concept of the summer blockbuster for the very first time. 

So what better way to celebrate than with a trip to the Falcon Theatre in Newport, Kentucky, to see the regional premiere of “The Shark Is Broken,...

Were you Team Coco or Team Jay? 

We’re referring to the highly publicized battle that occurred between Jay Leno and Conan O’Brien over “The Tonight Show” back in 2010. And if you remember that, you may also recall a similar rivalry that took place years before– this time between Jay Leno and Dave Letterman. 

But these late night talk show conflicts are just part of what we cover in Part 2 of this lively episode on late night talk s...

Which late-night talk show hosts have kept YOU company during the wee hours? 

Chances are, there’ve been several because the history of late night talk shows extends back more than 70 years… and is the subject of this fascinating Part 1 episode!

What woman holds the distinction of being the very first late night talk show host? Who established trademark features of the genre, like the opening monologue, comedy bits, and host’s desk...

Whether you’ve seen Dawne Gee anchoring the news, hosting a talk show, being awarded the 2024 Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award, or simply enjoying a meal out with her family, Dawne’s friendly face is likely one you recognize if you’ve spent any time in the Louisville area. 

In this fascinating episode, we interview news personality and humanitarian Dawne Gee. 

How did Dawne move from one-time bouncer and stand-up comic to news a...

What do you consider to be the most memorable talk show moment? 

Tom Cruise’s couch-jumping interview? Presidential candidate Bill Clinton’s saxophone performance of “Heartbreak Hotel?” The shocking announcement that a certain morning talk show host had just been fired for sexual misconduct? 

Listen to this fun, nostalgic episode to hear OUR top picks! 

Join us as we peek behind the scenes of memorable moments from “The Oprah Winfr...

Note: The content discussed in this episode may not be suitable for all ages.  “The Jerry Springer Show” sparked boycotts and protests led by a priest, was referred to as the pioneer of Trash TV, and released an episode that was immediately banned due to its inappropriate content. 

Yet the tabloid talk show has also been referred to as a cultural phenomenon, so popular that it once bested the wildly successful “The Oprah Winfrey S...