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One Last Cuppa: An Update Episode to Top Off Season 1

In this mega-episode, the season 1 finale, Candy and Ashley spill the tea about what came to light AFTER a number of episodes aired.
Why was “The Murder Squad” canceled, and what new development has occurred in the Gabby Petito case? What response did our Canadian friends have to the “Come From Away” episode? What legal battle threatens the makers of “Top Gun: Maverick”? What tragedy related to the USS Indianapolis did we NOT share in our “Jaws'' episode? Which guests pop in to say hello and share their own updates via audio clips?
You’ll hear all this and so much more! So be sure to enjoy one last cuppa with us before we move into our special September Rewind, then return for season 2 in October!

Quitters Never Win: The True Story Behind ”Rudy”

It’s the movie Kobe Bryant said changed his life. 
Based on a true story, the 1993 film “Rudy” tells the story of Dan “Rudy” Ruettiger’s dogged determination to fulfill his dream of attending Notre Dame and playing football for the Fighting Irish. “Rudy” remains one of the most popular sports movies of all time, mainly because it was not about football, but about the power of the human spirit. 
But some have questioned the details included in the film. According to Joe Montana, a Notre Dame teammate of Rudy’s, "It's a movie, remember ... not all that's true.”  
So what exactly does that phrase “based on” mean in this case? And does knowing that some artistic license was taken affect the movie’s impact? Listen in as Candy and Ashley explore these questions and compare the “reel” version to the actual events behind the inspirational and beloved film “Rudy.”

That’s So Method...Or Not

Daniel Day-Lewis. David Harbour. Marilyn Monroe. We recognize actors by name, and we admire their work. But how did they learn to do that? 
In this episode, we pull back the curtain to share some of the artistic influences behind famous screen stars. (And two not-so-famous actors, Candy and Ashley, share a few of their own influences and techniques as well!)
What advice helped make B.J. Novak into the director he is today? What is the Method Acting approach that some actors, like Daniel Day-Lewis, swear by? And why do others regard it as potentially dangerous? 
As an added bonus, we share a short interview with Dr. Jack Wann, whose career as a drama instructor and director has spanned more than 60 years, with the areas including high school, college, community theater, and 10 years at the prestigious American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City.

50s Music, High School Antics, and Celebrity Star Power = Greased Lightning!

*This pre-recorded episode was scheduled for release today. We have decided to go ahead and air it in honor of the beautiful and talented Olivia Newton-John, who, sadly, passed away yesterday, August 8. Olivia, we remain forever and always hopelessly devoted to you.  
 
Who hasn’t karaoke’d to a song from the ‘Grease’ movie soundtrack? 
From catchy songs like “Summer Lovin’” to the number one singles “Grease” and “You’re the One that I Want,” to the Oscar-nominated “Hopelessly Devoted to You,” the music from the 1978 hit movie ‘Grease’ resonated with the audience.
 
In fact, 44 years after its release, the “Grease” movie soundtrack remains one of the top 10 most popular of all time, based on sales data. Meanwhile, the film itself is still one of the top-grossing movie musicals of all time, as well as one of the most well-known. 
 
Be sure to catch this lively episode in which Candy and Ashley share interesting facts about the making and casting of the star-studded movie ‘Grease,’ starting with its origins as a stage play. The two also share their thoughts about why the film has been so beloved all these years, and weigh in on the controversial ending that has garnered increasing criticism over the passing years. This fun episode is the most… to say the least!
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I Feel the Need for a Sequel… ”Top Gun: Maverick” and the Real TOPGUN

If the long-awaited sequel to the 1986 hit “Top Gun” took your breath away, you are not alone.  “Top Gun: Maverick” had already exceeded a billion dollars in worldwide box office sales by late June, boasts a 99% audience and 97% critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and can be credited for influencing the sale of certain fashion items. (New sunglasses, anyone?)
But what about the real TOPGUN fighter weapons school that inspired it all– more formally known as the Navy's Strike Fighter Tactics Instructor Course? How did it start? How accurate is the movie’s depiction of TOPGUN? What does it really take to make it as a pilot…and as an instructor? 
From the facts behind the actual TOPGUN, to behind-the-scenes stories related to the fighter jet scenes in the sequel, to an extended Armchair discussion about what makes "Top Gun: Maverick" such a strong sequel, Candy and Ashley cover it all in this in-depth episode that will leave you saying, “Great Balls of Fire!”

“Six”: Henry VIII’s Queens Spill the Tea on their Ex-Husband

The premise of “Six,” the smash Broadway hit is this: 
Henry the VIII’s wives are in concert and ready to compete for the title of the queen with the most tragic circumstances. To win, each wife, a singer in this all-girl pop band, will tell her story through a featured song while the other queens sing back-up. Anne Boleyn’s song is called “Don’t Lose Ur Head.” 
Need we say more?
This fun, empowering musical reimagines history– referring to itself as a “historemix”-- and one way it does so is by modeling each queen after two current pop stars, called the “Queenspirations.” 
In this episode Candy and Ashley touch on the history of each of Henry VIII’s wives as compared to her representation in the musical “Six.” You’ll also hear the circumstances that led two college students to create this “global sensation,” and how they brought the musical –and these strong women, who tended to be downplayed or sometimes even vilified by history– to life.

”Chicago,” She Wrote - Part 2

Why did the author of the play Chicago spend her final years living as a recluse and wearing a black veil whenever she appeared in public?
How did a shy, religious, female journalist in the male-dominated world of 1920s Chicago end up creating the sexy, bawdy, controversial play in the first place?
And what happened after Beulah and Belva were acquitted? 
These are just a few of the many things you’ll learn in this fascinating Chicago Part 2 episode. You won’t want to miss these behind-the-scenes stories of the famous stage and film sensation and Maurine Watkins, the intriguing woman who created it.

All That Murder: ”Chicago” Part 1

CW: Adult themes/descriptions of violenceLISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISEDGangsters, speakeasies, jazz, bootleg liquor, and “girl-bandit” murders…  
Chicago of the 1920s was the backdrop for the incredibly successful play Chicago, as well as the movies that followed.
But did you know that the violent slayings committed by the sexy residents of ‘Murderess’ Row,’ Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly, were based on actual murders?
Listen to this intriguing Chicago Part 1 episode to hear the true crime behind two of the most well-known killings in film and stage history. If you thought the murders committed by Roxie and Velma were unbelievable, hold onto your fedora…

The Heart-Warming True Stories Behind “Come From Away”

On September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in the US caused 38 planes to be grounded in the town of Gander, located on the island of Newfoundland–often called “The Rock”--in Canada. 
A town with fewer than 10,000 residents suddenly found itself hosting 6,579 people, representing 100 different countries, along with 19 animals. When the passengers deplaned on “The Rock” after hours of sitting, scared and uninformed, on a stuffy airplane, each person was met with food… and a hug. And that was only the start of the Gander hospitality.
This episode explores not only the inspiring true stories behind the uplifting hit musical, referred to by one critic as “A celebration of the best of humankind,” but also shares how “Come From Away” was created, and the lasting impact made by 9,000 kind-hearted townspeople who reached out to embrace and befriend 6,600 frightened, hurting strangers.

Inside “Jurassic World: Dominion”: Jack Ewins on how a broken arm took him from superfan to ‘partner’

This episode contains SPOILERS for "Jurassic World: Dominion" Jack Ewins, previous guest from our ‘Pod of Tea’ episode and host of the YouTube Channel "TerrorDome 3000," joins Candy and Ashley to discuss the final chapter in the “Jurassic” series, “Jurassic World: Dominion.” Jack has worked on the website marketing campaign for the past three ‘World’ films. He gives the inside scoop on how a broken arm (plus one very well-timed tweet) snowballed him from a long-time super-fan to eventually being called a ‘partner’ in the ‘Jurassic' Journey. Topics include MAJOR spoilers for “JW: Dominion,” behind-the-scenes stories, the backstory of how he and his team created the marketing videos found on DinoTracker.com, his feelings about the series ending, and his thoughts on where the Jurassic Universe could go from here. Friend of the show and wife to Jack, Emma joins us toward the end of the interview to weigh in on just how much ‘Jurassic Park’ has affected her life, including the couple’s wedding vows! Jack can be reached @ChaosEwins on Twitter or on his YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/c/TerrorDome3000Channel Support Jack's work by visiting the following sites: DinoTracker.com (Mentioned during the interview - Allosaurus: Devils Tower, Wyoming; Baryonyx: United Kingdom; Brachiosaurs: Finland: T-Rex, Lake of the Woods, Oregon)DinosaurProtectionGroup.com Masraniglobal.com ------------------- If you love what we do, please rate and review our show, or you can become a supporter by making a donation through buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod. Whether a single gift or an ongoing donation of $5 a month, it would go a long way toward supporting our work and allowing us to keep the tea brewing. At our website, www.scandalwaterpodcast.com you can submit questions or your own story ideas, access our sources and show notes, see the merch we offer for sale, and more. You can join the Scandal Water community through our SW Podcast FB page, or follow us on Instagram or TikTok at scandalwaterpodcast. This episode was executive produced by Candy Thomas and Ashley Raymer-Brown. A special thank you to Josh Martin, who wrote, composed, and performed the Scandal Water theme & other music, Matt C. Adams, who created the artwork, and Joshua Reith, who designed our website and provides ongoing technical support. As a reminder, this podcast is purely for entertainment purposes. The thoughts and opinions of the hosts during each episode of SW are their own and do not reflect the opinions of any future guests, advertisers, or clearly professional psychologists. Thanks for listening. #JurassicPark #JurassicWorld #Terrordome3000 #ScandalWaterPodcast