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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

Jurassic Park 1993: Spielberg Finds a Way

With a plot centered around hungry dinosaurs on the loose due to a disabled security system, and the likable lead characters–including two young children– in mortal danger, the original Jurassic Park promised to be a hit.
But the 1993 film, directed by Steven Spielberg, had more than a strong plot going for it… as well as a few challenges. 
In this T-Rex-sized extended episode, Ashley and Candy take a deep dive into the movie that started the billion-dollar Jurassic Park franchise.
What was the real-life science that inspired the story? How did Spielberg juggle directing both Jurassic Park and another award-winning film at roughly the same time? How did the special effects team break ground with their use of both CGI and animatronics to create the film’s dinosaur visuals? Why exactly does Ian Malcolm have an open shirt when it’s clearly his leg that is injured? 
Listen in as we discuss these questions and so much more!

Jaws Part 2: Alcoholism, Script Rewrites, and the Lady in the Dunes

CW: Adult themes/descriptions of violenceLISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
Three weeks before the filming of “Jaws” was scheduled to start, Steven Spielberg still had no working script. Desperate, he asked his friend, writer Carl Gottlieb, to “eviscerate it.” And that’s exactly what Carl did, desperately writing most nights to stay ahead of the next day’s filming.  
This Part 2 episode delves into the many screen rewrites, character changes, and plot shifts that occurred throughout the filming of “Jaws.” 
From Quint’s USS Indianapolis monologue that had to be reshot due to Robert Shaw’s drunkenness, to the situation that saved a main character’s life, Candy and Ashley discuss these and many other behind-the-scenes stories. The two also touch on the famous “Lady in the Dunes” cold case speculated by Joe Hill– writer and son of Stephen King– to have a “Jaws” connection. 

Jaws Part 1: “The Shark Isn’t Working!”

Widely known today as the first summer blockbuster and the movie that sparked shark-phobia in the hearts of many, back in the summer of 1974, 26-year-old “Jaws” director Steven Spielberg lived in constant fear of being fired, his dreams for the film crushed. 
Part 1 of this two-part episode focuses on the filming and casting challenges behind the movie “Jaws.” From the 3 malfunctioning mechanical sharks –collectively called Bruce, after Spielberg’s lawyer– to the tensions between Robert Shaw and Richard Dreyfuss, to the sinking of the Orca boat, Candy and Ashley explore the challenges that caused a scheduled 55-day shoot to extend to 159 days and led some in the crew to start calling the production “Flaws.” 

Selena: The White Rose

CW: Adult themes/descriptions of violenceLISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISEDOn March 31, 1995, the woman who founded the Selena Fan Club and often referred to the singer as her best friend, murdered Selena in a Days Inn in Corpus Christi, Texas. 
This year marks the 27th anniversary of Selena’s death, the year she would have turned 50, and 25 years since the release of the biopic Selena that in 2021 was recognized by the Library of Congress as being historically and culturally important. 
Join us for this fascinating listener request episode focused on the life of Selena Quintanilla, and the terrible act that stole her future just when Selena was poised to achieve superstardom status. As an added bonus, you’ll also hear insights from a handful of special guest contributors. 

May I Help You Improve Your Home?

If you’re like most Americans, you’ve not only completed a home improvement project since the start of the pandemic, but you’ve also received some inspiration from shows like Fixer Upper or Flip or Flop. 
While HGTV is now a huge television network, with the stars of its most popular home improvement shows launched to celebrity status, HGTV didn’t even exist until December of 1994. 
So how did HGTV start? What show predated HGTV and is widely considered to be the very first home improvement show? More importantly, what’s the real story behind those home makeover shows? Candy and Ashley discuss these questions and more as they explore the topic "May I Help You Improve Your Home?”

May I Help You Solve a Crime?

CW: Adult themes/descriptions of violenceLISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED
Fascinated with true crime? You’re not alone. 
The number of true crime podcasts and novels has skyrocketed in the past decade… and with it has come the rise of the ‘armchair detective’ and ‘online sleuth.’ The popular podcast “The Murder Squad” is centered around this very premise. 
But how exactly can the average citizen help to solve a crime?
That’s the focus of this episode, where Candy and Ashley touch on everything from DNA submission to the break that led to finding Gabby Petito’s remains, to Chris Lambert’s podcast “Your Own Backyard.” 
Join us for this fascinating episode, and in the words of Billy Jensen and Paul Holes, “Keep digging!”

May I Help You Fall Asleep?

An estimated 20% of people experience autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR), yet it’s a condition that did not even have a name until 2010. 
Since 2010, however, ASMR has surged in popularity, leading to the creation of millions of ASMR videos on youtube designed to help people calm their anxiety and/or fall asleep.
In this special episode, Ashley and Candy are excited to interview ASMR artist Hannah, host of the popular youtube channel Chili B ASMR. Listen in as the three discuss this intriguing topic, including Hannah’s insights and experiences as an ASMR artist and some behind-the-scenes stories about her work. 
You won’t be able to sleep through this fascinating interview … but you can always check out one of Hannah’s videos later for that! Chili B ASMR: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChilibASMR

May I Help You Help Yourself?

Mental health conditions and behavioral disorders are more prevalent now than ever, with the spending on mental health treatment and services estimated at over $225 billion annually (2019). And with this situation has come the rise of self-help reality shows. 
Today’s episode focuses on two such shows, A&E’s long-running series “Hoarders” and “My Cat from Hell” which ran on Animal Planet for 10 seasons. 
From the debate over the treatment methods used in shows like “Hoarders” and “The Biggest Loser” to the discussion of standout moments (the 911 cat, anyone?), this lively episode will not only entertain, but also leave you wondering about your own stance on self-help reality TV.   Support the companies that support Scandal Water! Mid roll Ad: Kenzie @ TheWriteStage.com