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It was 44 years ago that a theater audience first heard mild-mannered Seymour and his bombshell crush, Audrey, belt out “Suddenly Seymour”  while a bloodthirsty plant lurked in the background. 

Yet today, that same show– “Little Shop of Horrors”– is currently in its 6th year of a highly successful Off-Broadway revival. And if you have an appetite for fun, we’re here to feed it with this entertaining podcast on the beloved cult clas...

Trolls stink… literally. 😉

But as we see in the 2010 cult classic “Trollhunter,” trolls also make powerful antagonists, with their massive size, brute strength, ability to smell the blood of a Christian man, and tendency to turn to stone in the sunlight. What else do they make? A fascinating subject for this week’s podcast!

How did Asbjornsen and Moe– the Norwegian equivalent of the Brothers Grimm–contribute to troll lore? Wha...

Bram Stoker likely had no idea when he created the infamous Count Dracula that his monster would not only help solidify the archetype of a vampire, but also one day be named the most portrayed literary character in film by the Guinness Book of World Records.

In this fascinating podcast, we discuss the creation of “Dracula” and the circumstances that led to its wild success… unfortunately, years after Bram Stoker’s passing. 

What fa...

The 1933 classic “King Kong” has been referred to as not only a terrifying monster movie, but also an epic fairy tale, tragic love story, and landmark piece of cinema. 

In fact, this groundbreaking film actually originated the legendary character of King Kong, now part of the MonsterVerse… and it’s the focus of this week’s fun podcast!

What role did a Komodo dragon play in inspiring the story concept for “King Kong”? Why has Fa...

The 1960 novel “To Kill a Mockingbird” became an American classic. 

The 1962 film adaptation earned 8 Oscar nominations, 3 wins, and Atticus Finch the #1 spot on AFI’s 2003 list of greatest movie heroes.

And the Pulitzer Prize awarded to Harper Lee is believed to be one factor behind her failed friendship with Truman Capote.

In this fascinating podcast, we discuss the legacy of Harper Lee’s “To Kill a Mockingbird,” and trace ...

Often referred to as “The Master of the Legal Thriller,“ John Grisham published his first book, “A Time to Kill,” in 1989, and 37 years later, he shows no signs of slowing down. 

He has now written 51 consecutive #1 bestsellers that have been translated into more than 50 languages. 

So  what better time to celebrate the career of the acclaimed and prolific author John Grisham than the week of his 71st birthday (February 8)?

Wha...

“You can’t handle the truth…”

If you’re a fan of  the 1992 classic “A Few Good Men”-- a film is widely considered to be one of the top 10 courtroom dramas in American film history– this episode is for you!

What mystery surrounds a Marine involved in the real-life incident that inspired “A Few Good Men”? How did Aaron Sorkin’s sister (and cocktail napkins) help him create the story? Why did a TV exec question Demi Moore’s castin...

In September of 1943, bombardier Louis Zamperini and his friend Phil, the pilot of their crashed B-24 plane, finally reached land after being stranded on the ocean for 47 days.

Louie had no idea the two had landed in Japanese territory, at a location nicknamed “Execution Island,” and that his situation was about to get much worse…

In this fascinating podcast we tell the story of Olympic runner Louis Zamperini, who survived  a p...

“I hadn’t left the plane… the plane had left me.”

This is the situation that 17-year-old Juliane Koepcke faced on December 24, 1971. Hit by lightning, the plane in which Juliane and her mother were traveling had broken up, and the teen– who was still strapped into her bench seat– found herself free-falling to the earth from the height of approximately 2 miles. 

Miraculously, Juliane survived, only to realize that she was alone ...

“Kevinnnn!”

If that simple quote immediately floods you with feelings of nostalgia, the holiday spirit, and memories of an 8-year-old boy outwitting the bumbling Wet Bandits, this episode is for you!

The Christmas classic “Home Alone”  turns 35 this year, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with this fun podcast.

How did John Hughes come up with the idea for “Home Alone”? What unpleasant experience with a pop...

Looking for your own small-town, Hallmark Christmas experience? Look no further than historic Frankfort, Kentucky’s state capital!

That’s where Candy and Ashley headed for an impromptu field trip last month, and they share their adventures in this fun episode. 

The visit started with a delicious lunch at the 50s-themed Main Street Diner and a word from co-owner Megan Allan. Then after a little guidance from Suzy Hosley, Executi...

Good grief! It’s hard to believe it’s been 60 years since “A Charlie Brown Christmas” first aired. 

Yet the story of a round-headed young boy disheartened by the commercialization of Christmas remains a beloved holiday classic to this day. 

How did the Coke vs. Pepsi advertising wars help prompt “A Charlie Brown Christmas”? What challenges did the team face in translating Charles Schulz’s “Peanuts” from comic strip to animated ...

Famous for their ‘eye-high’ kicks, the Rockettes have performed in every Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1957, and more than 72 million people have attended their annual Christmas Spectacular that first debuted in 1933.

As if that weren’t impressive enough, this year the iconic precision dance troupe also celebrates its 100th anniversary!

How did the group evolve from the 1925 “Missouri Rockets,” whose primary purpose was ...

Note: Due to mature content, this episode is not suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised. At 3 am on March 23, 2015, a sleeping couple was awakened by a blinding white light, red laser dots moving across their bodies, and a voice that instructed the woman, Denise, to tie her boyfriend’s hands behind his back with zip ties. 

And that was just the beginning of the couple’s horrific ordeal, which was detailed in...

If you’re familiar with “Scamanda,” you know the real heroes of the story:

• Lisa Berry, the brave whistleblower who shared her belief that former neighbor Amanda C. Riley was faking cancer;
• Nancy Moscatiello, the journalist who doggedly pursued the investigation despite the lawsuit filed against her; and
• Aletta, the long-suffering ex-wife of ...

Amanda C. Riley– better known as “Scamanda”–is the woman who faked terminal cancer for 9 years, swindling countless kind-hearted supporters out of money and services. 

Nancy Moscatiello is the TV producer and journalist whose dogged investigation ultimately led to Amanda’s arrest and conviction. 

And Nancy tells us all about it in this fascinating interview!

What circumstances led Nancy to create the hit podcast “Scamanda”? How did...

Hey, you guys! In honor of its 40th anniversary, we’re revisiting the beloved 80s adventure classic “The Goonies!”

What experience from Steven Spielberg’s own life inspired the idea for “The Goonies? Where are the cast members now? What elaborate prank did Steven Spielberg and the child actors play on director Chris Columbus? And how do the original cast members feel about the rumored sequel? We discuss all this and more!

If th...

Known as America’s first ghost story, Washington Irving’s “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” has been adapted by the likes of Disney, Tim Burton, and Scooby Doo.

And just in time for Halloween, we too revisit the timeless classic that turned the Headless Horseman into an American legend.

How did a pandemic play a role in Washington Irving’s creation of the creepy tale? On what real-life men was the character of Ichabod Crane based? Whic...

Was it the creepy monsters? The alien abductions? The government conspiracy? The chemistry between Mulder and Scully? What IS it that fans love so much about “The X-Files?” 

All of the above– and we touch on every one of these points in this lively podcast!

What inspired Chris Carter to create the show? In what ways was “The X-Files” groundbreaking? How does Gillian Anderson feel about being associated with ‘The Scully Effect?’ And...