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Peculiar Stories from the Stage, Screen, and Everything In Between

  1. 1H AGO

    Making It COUNT… The story behind Bram Stoker’s “Dracula”

    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 famous literary work about vampires pre-dates “Dracula”? Why did Bram Stoker say his horror story touches on both mystery and fact? What evidence points to Vlad the Impaler as a source of inspiration for the character Count Dracula? And how did a copyright battle with the makers of “Nosferatu” lead to a stage and film version of “Dracula”?  You’re going to dig this episode… you can stake your life on it! 😉   Thank you to Lizzie for her top-of-the-episode shout-out!  How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #Dracula #BramStoker #Vampire #History #Literature #Theatre #Writer #VladtheImpaler #Nosferatu #MoreMonsterMadness #KingKong #MonsterVerse #GoldenAgeofHollywood #Film #Movies #ScandalWaterPodcast #Podcast

    54 min

  2. MAR 3

    King Kong: Origins

    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 Fay Wray been called the very first Scream Queen? Just how did Willis O’Brien and his team bring King Kong to life, in what has been described as “a towering achievement of ingenuity and early effects mastery”? And what is the mystery behind the lost spider pit sequence?   We discuss all this and more in this monster of an episode!    How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #KingKong #FayWray #MoreMonsterMadness #MonsterVerse #ScreamQueen #GoldenAgeofHollywood #Film #Movies #ScandalWaterPodcast #Podcast

    50 min

  3. FEB 24 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    We Hit the Road With “The Lincoln Lawyer"

    “L.A.’s Hottest Defense Attorney Just Found a New Gear…” That’s a tagline for the hit Netflix TV series “The Lincoln Lawyer,” which released its much-anticipated season 4 earlier this month. The show centers around Mickey Haller, a suave and unconventional, but very effective criminal defense attorney in Los Angeles who often works from the back of his Lincoln Town Car. In this fun minisode we discuss the origins of the TV series, how the show compares to the book series on which it is based (written by Michael Connelly), the cast, and our own impressions as viewers. *Minisodes are bonus content available to Scandal Water supporters on Patreon and Buy Me a Coffee. So simply become a member through Buy Me a Coffee or Patreon if you’d like to access not only this minisode, but also the entire back catalogue! You can find the links to both sites at ScandalWaterPodcast.com. #OrderintheCourt #JuryDuty #Courtroom #TheLincolnLawyer #ToKillaMockingbird #JohnGrisham #AFewGoodMen #Film #Movies #Podcast #February

    19 min

  4. FEB 17

    Harper Lee, Truman Capote, and the Legacy of “To Kill a Mockingbird”

    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 the long journey of this classic work.    What elements of Harper Lee’s own life are reflected in “To Kill a Mockingbird”? What does Mary Badham, who played Scout, consider her favorite memory from filming? What role did Harper Lee play in creating Truman Capote’s book “In Cold Blood,” and what caused the long-time friends to drift apart? And why has Aaron Sorkin’s adaptation of “To Kill a Mockingbird” for Broadway been referred to as a ‘rethink’?   We discuss all this and more!   Thank you to Scamanda creator/investigator Nancy Moscatiello for her shout-out at the top of the episode! Be sure to check out the podcast Scamanda, available everywhere podcasts are found, along with the docuseries of the same name, exclusively on Hulu. Our coverage of the case can be found in Episodes 198, 199, 205, and 206 (September & November 2025)!   How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #OrderintheCourt #JuryDuty #Courtroom #ToKillaMockingbird #HarperLee #TrumanCapote #GregoryPeck #AtticusFinch #Scout #MaryBadham #InColdBlood #AcademyAward #Oscars #PulitzerPrize #JohnGrisham #BestSeller #NewYorkTimesBestSeller #ATimetoKill #TheFirm #Writer #AFewGoodMen #Film #Movies #Podcast #February

    1h 5m

  5. FEB 10

    John Grisham: The Master of the Legal Thriller

    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)?   What real-life experience inspired John Grisham to write “A Time to Kill”? How did “The Firm” change the author’s life? What’s the best writing advice John ever received? How has John’s wife Renee been instrumental to his success? And just how HAS he produced more than 50 bestsellers?   The verdict is in… this podcast episode is for you!    How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #OrderintheCourt #JuryDuty #Courtroom #JohnGrisham #BestSeller #NewYorkTimesBestSeller #ATimetoKill #TheFirm #Writer #AFewGoodMen #Film #Movies #Podcast #February

    47 min

  6. FEB 3

    You Can’t Handle This Episode: The 1992 Blockbuster “A Few Good Men”

    “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 casting? And what have Jack Nicholson’s castmates said about their experience working with the legendary actor?   We discuss all this and more, including a brief tribute to director Rob Reiner.    How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #OrderintheCourt #JuryDuty #Courtroom #AFewGoodMen #AaronSorkin #RobReiner #TomCruise #JackNicholson #DemiMoore #KevinPollack #KevinBacon #Film #Movies #Podcast #February

    51 min

  7. JAN 27 • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Outwit, Outplay, Outlast… 50 Seasons of “Survivor”

    ”The tribe has spoken…” It was in May of 2000 that the reality TV series “Survivor” first aired, becoming an immediate hit with its compelling combination of survival situations and psychological drama. In this fun minisode, we celebrate 50 seasons of “Survivor,” discussing how the show originated, some behind-the-scenes facts, and what the 50th season has in store. So if you’re looking to form an alliance with Scandal Water Podcast, simply become a member of Patreon.com/scandalwaterpodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod! Doing so will not only support the show, but also give you access to this minisode PLUS all our other bonus content!

    16 min

  8. JAN 20

    An “Unbroken” Hero: The Survival Story of Louis Zamperini

    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 plane crash and 47 days in a life raft, only to face 2 years in Japanese POW camps and a sadistic guard nicknamed “The Bird.”   You won’t want to miss this inspiring story, detailed in the bestselling 2010 book “Unbroken” and the 2014 film by the same title.    How to support Scandal Water: Rate, review, and subscribe! Follow the show on your favorite app or Scandal Water Podcast YouTube channel.  Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Become a member on patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast or buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod – which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content!  #SurvivorStories #ScandalWaterPodcast #LouisZamperini #Unbroken  #PlaneCrash #WorldWarII #Olympics #POW #Survivors

    57 min
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Peculiar Stories from the Stage, Screen, and Everything In Between

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  • Creator
    Scandal Water Podcast
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    248
  • Rating
    Clean
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    Scandal Water Podcast LLC

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