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“All the world’s a stage…” But there’s none quite like Kentucky Shakespeare’s Free Festival in Central Park!

“Oh Romeo, Romeo! Wherefore art thou, Romeo?”
Chances are this summer you can find him– along with many other characters from the famed works of Shakespeare– in the idyllic setting of Central Park in old Louisville, where Candy and Ashley recently enjoyed the renowned Kentucky Shakespeare’s Free Festival in Central Park. 
In this fun episode we first take a brief look at the Bard himself, William Shakespeare. And while Will is widely believed to be the most famous and most celebrated playwright of all time, you just might be surprised at some of the interesting new details that come to light. 
Then with the help of Matt Wallace, Kentucky Shakespeare’s Producing Artistic Director, and actors Gregory, Justin, and Mollie, we take you behind the scenes of the Shakespeare Festival. You won’t want to miss hearing fascinating insights and first-hand stories directly from the performers themselves.  
Finally, we share highlights from Ashley and Candy’s field trip to see “Comedy of Errors,” including audience reactions from Kara, Dave, Sally, Fin, Wally, and Sylvia. 
To go or not to go… there is no question! Head on over to Kentucky Shakespeare’s Free Festival in Central Park, right after you give this episode a listen. 😉
The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
You can support Scandal Water Podcast by rating, reviewing, and subscribing to the show. Even better, by visiting our website, scandalwaterpodcast.com, and becoming a member on Buy Me a Coffee, you will receive perks and access to bonus content, which this month includes extra audio from Kentucky Shakespeare actors Gregory, Justin, and Mollie, as well as insights from Amy Attaway, Associate Artistic Director. #shakespeare #williamshakespeare #theatre #literature #hamlet #romeoandjuliet #thecomedyoferrors #thetempest #poetry #bookstagram #books #art #love #actor #theater #macbeth #shakespearequotes #darkacademia #acting #classicliterature #oscarwilde #englishliterature #poet #book #actorslife #quotes #classics #romanticism #literaturememes #reading

Serving Up a Scrumptious Episode on “The Great British Baking Show”

On your mark, get set, BAKE!
If that phrase sounds familiar–and you avoid soggy bottoms like the plague– there’s a good chance you’re already a fan of “The Great British Baking Show.”
But what is it that sets this particular show– called “The Great British Bake-Off” in the UK– apart from the American ones produced on the other side of the pond? That’s just one of the many questions we explore in this scrumptious episode! 
What caused the original hosts, Mel and Sue, and original judge Mary Berry to leave the show? What rigorous audition process do would-be contestants have to undergo in order to be selected? What interesting behind-the-scenes stories have former contestants shared? And what prize does the winning baker receive?
Be sure to join us for this fun episode where we discuss all this and more– it’ll be better than a Paul Hollywood handshake! 
*A big thank you to Sarah for her audio clips and to Jaden for her listener shout-out!
The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
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Emily Blunt: One of Hollywood’s Most Versatile Actors

Her first acting job was with Dame Judi Dench; Cillian Murphy has called her a phenomenal actress; and she’s married to the actor behind everyone’s favorite prankster on “The Office.”
The woman in question is none other than Emily Blunt, one of the most popular and versatile actresses in Hollywood today.
But how did Emily’s issue with stuttering as a child actually lead her toward a career in acting? What role did Emily play in helping an acclaimed actor move from co-star to brother-in-law? What was it like to have her husband direct her in the “A Quiet Place” movies?  And how is it that Emily’s resume now not only lists actress and singer, but also executive producer of a Western? These are just a few of the many questions we explore in this fascinating episode! 
A big thank you to Haley for her listener shout out! 
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Harlan Coben: Master of the Plot Twist & King of Netflix

He has over 80 million books in print, he claims Stephen King as a close friend and Dan Brown as a frat brother, and if you’ve been on Netflix in the past 6 years, you’ve no doubt seen trailers for one of his suspenseful and very successful television series.
The man in question is best-selling author and television producer Harlan Coben… who also happens to be the focus of this listener-suggested episode! 
How did Harlan move from basketball player to travel agent to best-selling author? Why does the novelist prefer to write about disappearance rather than murder, and how does Harlan come up with the premise behind thrillers like “Fool Me Once”? In real life, is Harlan anything like the famous Myron Bolitar character he created?  And why exactly ARE there so many Harlan Coben original series on Netflix? 
Don’t let us keep you in suspense… join us for this intriguing episode on the man who has taken Netflix by storm, Harlan Coben. 
The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
*A big thank you to Rebekah for the listener suggestion and to Dawn for her listener shout out! 
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The Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: Still Go, Go, Going 31 Years Later!

Teenagers with attitude, cool dinozords that combined to transform into a powerful robotic Megazord, and alien villains in spandex. What was there NOT to love about the “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers?” 
Go, go! with us back to Angel Grove in the year of 1993 when the original Power Rangers were first recruited by Zordon to take on the evil Rita Repulsa. In this fun episode we’ll explore how the phenomenon of the Power Rangers first began. 
How was the show created as a mash-up of an American cast performing a new storyline combined with battle footage from a popular Japanese show? What challenges did the actors have to face in the audition process? Why has there been such a big turnover with the Power Rangers cast over the years? And is there any truth to the rumored Power Ranger Curse?
These are just a few of the questions we discuss in this Morphinominal episode! The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
*A big thank you to Ron Wasserman, creator and performer of the original “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” theme song, for his audio clip! 
Thanks also to Camden and Bri for their shout out.  
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The Lovers, the Dreamers, and Jim Henson’s Muppets

Say the name Jim Henson, and many people immediately picture a wise and lovable green frog sitting on a log, singing about rainbows.But the genius of Jim Henson extends even further than his creation of a whole new form of puppetry, the Muppets, and countless individual characters– like Kermit and Miss Piggy– that are beloved by young and old alike. And that’s what we explore in this fun episode. What circumstances led Jim to create the Muppets, and who was his often uncredited partner in the work? Back in the late 60s, how did the Muppets become involved with a ground-breaking new children’s show called “Sesame Street?” What role, if any, did Jim play in bringing Yoda to life? And why do some of the “The Muppet Show” episodes now start with a warning message? We discuss all this and so much more!This episode is for the lovers, dreamers, and any person who has ever smiled at the wit and wisdom of a Muppets character. Please join us. MID-ROLL AD: In our June minisode, Ashley and Candy share a few highlights from their own summer trips… ones that extend from the heights of a castle to the bottom of a canyon! We love sipping the tea with you every week and hope you enjoy this brief, personal glimpse into our private lives. This episode, along with our previous minisode episodes are available to members who join via BuyMeaCoffee.com. The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. *A big thank you to Rich for his shout out, and amazing Kermit impression!You can support Scandal Water Podcast by rating, reviewing, and subscribing to the show. Even better, by visiting our website, scandalwaterpodcast.com, and becoming a member on Buy Me a Coffee, you will receive perks and access to bonus content.Music used (Not Josh Martin) “Barroom Ballet” - purchased at www.FreePD.com#muppets #jimhenson #janehenson #brianhenson #kermit #themuppets #puppets #muppetshow #muppet #sesamestreet #kermitthefrog #puppet #disney #themuppetshow #misspiggy #puppetry #art #s #puppeteer #puppetshow #memes #kermitmemes #funny #muppetfanart #muppetart #gonzo #muppetfan #comedy #elmo #kermitthefrogmemes #love #muppetfans #ideaman #documentary #RonHoward

Wackadoo! The Phenomenon of “Bluey”

It’s an animated TV show, targeted to preschool children, that centers around a puppy named Bluey, her younger sister Bingo, and her parents, Bandit and Chilli. Each episode runs approximately 7 minutes.
Sounds like a simple concept, right? And yet the show “Bluey,” which first aired in Australia in 2018, is now not only a smash hit, it is a true global phenomenon.
But what is about “Bluey” that has made it so wildly popular –and not just with children, but also their parents? 
In this fun episode, we explore that question by digging into the origins of “Bluey,” some of the key features that set it apart from other children’s shows, the genius behind the casting choices, and so much more! We even ask the parents of a toddler– all three avid “Bluey” fans– to weigh in with a few of their thoughts. 
So save yourself an “Oh, biscuits!” moment and be sure to join us as we visit everyone’s favorite Blue Heeler, “Bluey.”  The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
*A big thank you to Morgan and Michael for their audio clip, and to Katie & Zoey for their shout-out and episode introduction. 
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Scooby Doo: We See You!

What do WWE wrestlers John Cena and Triple H, the Harlem Globetrotters, Batman and Robin,  Sonny and Cher, and Simon Cowell all have in common?
They’ve all appeared with Scooby Doo at some point over the past 55 years! 
Yes, you heard that right… everyone’s favorite cowardly-but-lovable, snack-eating, ghost-hunting Great Dane made his first appearance in 1969, and is still going strong. 
But what circumstances led to the development of “Scooby-Doo,” and on what TV characters were the Scooby Gang based? How did Scooby Doo change over the years? And the real question… Scrappy Doo: Love him or hate him? 
Jinkies! We discuss all this and so much more. So jump in the Mystery Machine Van and ride along as we unravel the (not-so-challenging) mystery of why “Scooby Doo” remains a beloved cartoon to this day. 
The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
Special thanks to Ruthie, Richard, Anderson, and Brody for their listener shout-out!MID-ROLL AD: Thank you to Rebekah & Sherry for their ongoing support through BuyMeaCoffee!
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A Better Pastime Than Listening to This 90s Episode? As if!

It was the decade of grunge, Must See TV that truly felt must-see, boy bands with their synchronized dances, a wry Zach Morris smirking into the camera, and a kind-hearted but ‘clueless’ privileged teenager named Cher. 
It may feel like yesterday, but –hold on to your scrunchie–the decade of the 90s is now 25-30 years in the past! And it’s high time we revisited it!
But when considering the time period that brought us classic movies like “Jurassic Park” and “A League of Their Own,” the beanie baby craze, and Mariah Carey, which specific entertainment events or artists did we choose to highlight in this fly episode?Use the link in the bio to find out! You can also listen on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.
Special thanks to Kelly for our listener shout-out!
 
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A Totally Rad 80s Episode

Lacy, fingerless gloves. Neon colors. Legwarmers over spandex, with a complementary headband. Parachute pants. Shoulder pads. Swatch watches. Permed hair with massive bangs, plastered in place with hair spray. 
If you’ve ever worn any of the above, you’re going to love time-traveling back to the 1980s with us!
What would YOU choose as 3 defining entertainment events, works, or artists of the decade? That’s the question we asked ourselves as we revisited the time period that brought us Gameboys, the VHS craze, Alex P. Keaton, Madonna, and “Cats” on Broadway. 
Recognizing that we’ve already featured some 80s megahits like “E.T.” and “Back to the Future” in previous episodes, what OTHER prominent shows, moments, or icons did we highlight in this totally rad 80s episode? 
Moonwalk over to the link in the bio, your favorite podcast app, or the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel to find out! 
Special thanks to Jill and Ardyn for our listener shout-out! Send in your own shout-out by emailing us at scandalwaterpodast@gmail.com. 
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