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“Elf” (2003): If Smiling Is YOUR Favorite, This Episode is for You!!

Son of a Nutcracker! That’s what you’ll be saying if you miss this celebration of the beloved  2003 Christmas classic “Elf” starring Will Ferrell. 
With the media attention surrounding the return of “Elf: The Musical” to Broadway– and fan favorite Sean Astin in the role of Santa– what better time to revisit the film that first introduced us to the lovable Buddy the Elf?
What classic holiday movie did the makers of “Elf” model after so closely, at one point the legal team almost halted their production? Why were some of the studio execs leery of casting Will Ferrell as Buddy, and what other actors were considered? How did director Jon Favreau create nearly all the special effects without the use of CGI? And why has there never been a sequel?
Only a cotton-headed ninny muggins would miss this episode in which we discuss all this and more! 
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Thank you to Keith for his top-of-the-show shoutout & for his commercial participation! 
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They Weren’t Playing…3 Must-Have Christmas Toys that Sparked a Frenzy!

Ah, Christmas… the time for peace, goodwill– and for those caught up in one of the famous must-have toy crazes– store brawls and price-gouging!
In this fun, nostalgic episode we revisit 3 notable toy crazes– one from the 80s, one from the 90s, and one from the 2010s. 
Which toy sparked so many riots, some stores started having shipments delivered by armored truck? How did a popular talk show host play a key role in starting the frenzy for another must-have toy? And what controversy arose AFTER some lucky children opened their dream toy on Christmas Day? 
Find out which 3 toys we chose to feature, and hear all the juicy details when we unwrap the frenzy surrounding them!
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Thank you to Sherry for her top-of-the-show shoutout!
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Historic Biltmore: Top 3 Reasons You Should Visit This Christmas Season!

It’s America’s largest home, its grounds were designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, and it’s now the setting of a Hallmark movie!We’re talking about Biltmore Estate–“the closest thing Americans have to a royal fairytale castle,” as the Travel Channel puts it.How did this privately owned estate evolve from a bachelor’s country home to one of America’s most visited houses–and wineries? What near miss did George and Edith Vanderbilt have with the Titanic? What role did Biltmore play in supporting the community during the Great Depression, WW2, and the current Hurricane Helene recovery efforts? And how does the movie “A Biltmore Christmas” manage to pay homage to both the history of this national landmark and also some of our most beloved Christmas classics?You won’t want to miss this fascinating episode where we discuss all things Biltmore! OR find (and subscribe to!) the show on your favorite podcast app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. MID-ROLL AD: Choose your favorite episode from any of our four seasons, and send a written message or audio clip (By December 17th!) to ScandalWaterPodcast@gmail.com. Be sure to include your name, where you’re from, and why you’d love to hear this particular episode again, and you just might hear your voice in one of our “Fan Favorite” episodes this January! How to support the show:Rate, review and subscribe!Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.comGive a gift through buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod or patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast– which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content!#biltmore #biltmoreestate #asheville #ashevillenc #northcarolina #biltmorehouse #visitasheville #nc #hurricanehelene #abiltmorechristmas #biltmoregardens #ashvillenorthcarolina #georgevanderbilt #hallmark #hallmarkchannel

Dallas Jenkins’ “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” Hits the Big Screen (After 20 Years!)

Silent Night… hold on tight! You’re about to experience “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” with the worst kids in the history of the world!
After 20 years of working to gain the rights, Dallas Jenkins, creator of “The Chosen,” has finally brought the beloved Christmas classic “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” to the big screen. And in this special holiday episode, we bring the film to YOU through our field trip!
We first share interesting background about the funny, heartwarming tale that first appeared as a short story in a 1971 issue of McCall’s, then discuss the long journey Dallas Jenkins took to realize his dream of turning “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” into a feature film. We also share fun behind-the-scenes stories about the movie, which stars Judy Greer and Pete Holmes, with Lauren Graham serving as narrator. 
Finally, we come to you directly from the movie theater after seeing an early release of the film! We share our impressions of the bonus content, a sneak peek at next season’s “The Chosen,” and of course the movie itself, which is being billed as the next timeless Christmas classic. 
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A big thank you to Grace for her top-of-the-show shoutout, as well as to Elinor and Mary for their audio clips!
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Wordle and Crossword Puzzles: 2 Favorite NYT Word Games

Word(le) on the street is there’s a lot of money to be made through word games! 
Don’t believe me? Just ask the New York Times, which boasts billions of game plays every year, and Josh Wardle, whose invention of the game Wordle earned him a cool million. 
You are invited to play along during this episode as Candy challenges Ashley with a few of history’s most famous word games. Then hear the fascinating backstory behind two of the New York Time’s most popular offerings: Wordle and the Crossword Puzzle. 
Don’t miss out on the fun–The show is also available on your favorite podcast app and the Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel. 
Thank you to Paul for his top-of-the-show shoutout! 
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Nate Bargatze: Nicest Man in Stand-Up

You’ve seen his hysterically funny “Washington’s Dream” sketch from SNL, his comedy routines on streaming services and social media, and his guest appearances on late night talk shows.
He’s ‘Tennessee Kid’ Nate Bargatze, who has not only earned his spot among today’s top comedians, but also the title of Nicest Man in Stand-Up. And in this episode we discuss the circumstances and personal qualities that have led to Nate’s great success.
How did Nate move from water company meter reader to successful comedian? What were the breakthrough moments in his career? How much of what Nate shares onstage about his marriage and family is actually true?  And what made him decide to perform clean comedy?
Join us as we celebrate the funny fella with the “Big Dumb Eyes” (the title of his upcoming book!), Nate Bargatze. 
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Breaking Down “The Fugitive”: We ALL Care! - Part 2

U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard may not care, but we certainly do!
Last week in Part 1 we shared the story behind the making of the 1993 blockbuster “The Fugitive,” an action-packed thriller featuring powerhouse actors Harrison Ford and Tommy Lee Jones. A box office hit and critical success when it was released 41 years ago, the film is still highly regarded today, with many ranking the lead actors’ performances among their very best. 
But what, exactly, is it about this movie that makes it SO good? 
That’s what Ashley and Candy discuss as they break down one of Ashley’s favorite films, “The Fugitive.”  Join the fun as they weigh in on everything from the cast, to the special effects, to the last-minute script changes, and so much more. 
Don’t let this episode escape you! 
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Hot on the Trail of the 1993 Blockbuster “The Fugitive” - Part 1

Accused of brutally murdering his wife, Dr. Richard Kimble, played by megastar Harrison Ford, is relentlessly pursued by the shrewd and witty U.S. Marshal Sam Gerard, played by Tommy Lee Jones. 
This is the simple but engaging premise behind the 1993 blockbuster “The Fugitive.” 
But what’s the story behind the making of this smash hit? That’s the question we track down in this episode– the first of a two-part feature on everyone’s favorite ‘wrongfully-accused’ film, “The Fugitive.”
On what true crime case was the original TV series “The Fugitive” allegedly based? How did the movie’s plot evolve as it moved through the various screenwriters who worked on it? What impact did Harrison Ford have on the film, and why was he initially reluctant to bring in Tommy Lee Jones? And just how much of the dialogue actually was improvised? 
These are just a few of the topics we discuss in this fun behind-the-scenes episode that is anything but hinky! 
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Inside Bowling Green’s Murder Mansion: An Interview With True Crime Author Wes Swietek

This episode of Scandal Water contains adult themes and descriptions of violence. Listener discretion is advised. In last week’s episode you heard the tragic story behind the infamous Murder Mansion in Bowling Green, Kentucky.  
We walked you through the shocking double-murder case that started with a confession from college student Harry Edward Kilgore, then took the first of many unexpected turns when an alleged accomplice–George Daggitt, a music professor from that same college– was named. 
This week we have the privilege to speak with Wes Swietek, author of the book “The Cemetery Road Murders: The Shocking True Tale of Kentucky’s Murder Mansion.” 
What happened to Harry Kilgore and George Daggitt after the final trial? What was the true story behind the alleged extortion scheme? Did the jury make the right decision regarding George Daggitt’s guilt? And what really happened that fateful night in June of 1948 when Charles and Martha Martin were brutally murdered in their own home?
We discuss all this and so much more in this lively interview with author Wes Swietek. So be sure to travel to Cemetery Road with us for this glimpse inside the notorious Murder Mansion.  
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The Shocking True Crime Story Behind Bowling Green’s Notorious Murder Mansion

This episode of Scandal Water contains adult themes and descriptions of violence. Listener discretion is advised. 
Wednesday, June 30, 1948, Dr. Charles Martin and his wife Martha Martin were discovered in the bedroom of their palatial home in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The murder scene was so grisly, the police at first mistakenly believed the elderly couple had been attacked with an ax. 
Within days the investigators had a full confession from college student Harry Edward Kilgore, and it seemed a matter of case closed… But they couldn’t have been more wrong. 
This was just the beginning of the tragic double-murder case detailed in the book “The Cemetery Road Murders: The Shocking True Tale of Kentucky’s Murder Mansion” by Wes Swietek.  
In this week’s episode we walk you through the twists and turns of this true crime case that would end up involving an insanity hearing, a possible love triangle, an extortion scheme, an alleged accomplice, and even more shocking developments. 
You won’t want to miss this episode! Not only will you be drawn into the intriguing story behind the infamous Murder Mansion, but you’ll also be ready for our fascinating interview with author Wes Swietek that drops next Tuesday.  
Special thanks to Ann DAngelo for her top-of-the-episode shout out! Be sure to check out her book “Dark Highway: Love, Murder, and Revenge in 1930’s Kentucky” (available on Amazon.com).
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