The Scoop with Sam Miller

Long time no see! In this episode, Sam reviews her experience seeing one of her favorite bands, Paramore, on June 5 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam discusses the music and albums that have already been released this year that are

Join us as Sam reveals her 2022 favorites in media— Music, TV, and Film. While some items were released in 2022, many weren't. The premise of this list is to encompass favorites enjoyed in 2022. Thank you for a fun year of growth with the podcast, and exciting things are coming in 2023. Follow @thescoopwsam on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. FOLLOW THE HOST: IG: @_millersam_ Tiktok: @sam__gvf The Scoop with Sam Miller is written and produced by Sam Miller and is a product of Miller Media. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In the first part of our mini series on televangelism, we cover its origins, it's time and radio, and it's early days in television, with Fulton Sheen and Life is Worth Living. We then transition to discussing Christian Broadcasting Network and Pat Robertson. This series seeks to analyze the interesting fuse of Christianity and media and how this can sometimes make for a less than holy combo— the desire for wealth, success, and greed can overcome the message. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this week's episode, Sam and guest Tyler Coy recount on their experience with seeing Greta Van Fleet in Cincinnati, OH. Listen as they discuss the band, the events leading up to the concert, and the show itself. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

As a breakout star of the 1980s, Winona Ryder stamped a name for herself as a teenager. Recently, Ryder has starred in the Netflix series, Stranger Things, but there is a lot more to Ryder than a lot may know. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, we discuss Vera Miles, an actress best known for her work with Alfred Hitchcock. However, there is much more to her than just “Psycho.” Follow @thescoopwsam on all social media platforms. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In the fifth installment in our “People You Should Know” series, we discuss Merle Oberon, an actress born under the British Raj who spent most of her life concealing her true identity. Follow @thescoopwsam across all socials. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this fourth episode in the People You Should Know Series, we are discussing legendary comedian Gilda Radner, best known for her role as part of the original cast of Saturday Night Live. Listen to today's episode to learn more about her life, career, and legacy. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. Follow the host @_millersam_ on Instagram and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In Episode 3 of the People You Should Know series, we discuss actress and singer Hattie McDaniel. From her childhood in Colorado to the big screen, we cover Hattie's life, legacy, and career. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In the second episode of the “People You Should Know” series, the legendary Sister Rosetta Tharpe is highlighted. Coined “The Grandmother of Rock N Roll,” Tharpe is a trailblazer in the music industry— for rock, for gospel, for women, for black women, and for queer women. Today we'll discuss her life, her career, and her undeniable legacy. Additionally, we'll discuss inspiration vs. theft— citing examples. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

Throughout history, many of those who paved the way, particularly women, people of color, and those in the LGBTQ+ community do not receive the credit they deserve. This series aims to flip the script— giving those trailblazers the attention and credit they've long been stripped of. Coined “The Mother of the Blues,” Ma Rainey is considered an icon and trailblazer in the music industry. Today we'll discuss the 1619 project, Rainey's career, and her legacy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In the first annual Scoop Summary, relive the most iconic (and notorious) pop culture and entertainment moments of 2021. From SOUR, to House of Gucci, to WandaVision, 2021 was full of moments forever ingrained in pop culture and entertainment history. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this Episode, Sam goes through her Spotify wrapped for 2021– there's the expected, the unexpected, as well as the yassified curated playlist. Follow The Scoop with Sam Miller (@thescoopwsam) on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

The scream Heard- round the world! I mean, not really, but did you know there's a specific scream featured in several classic movies like Star Wars, Indiana Jones, and Aladdin? Learn more about “The Wilhelm Scream” in today's mini episode. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

So, RuPaul has recently dropped a diss track of sorts called “Blame it on the Edit.” In this episode, we'll unpack “the edit” as well as just continue some conversations about reality tv— because why not. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

This is not something I'd typically post, but since my audience is growing (we've gone international, babes!) to more people than just people who know me, I figured I should give you all a chance to get to know me a little better! This episode is also largely unedited, so that's fun! Follow us on Twitter, IG, and Tiktok @thescoopwsam --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In Part 2, we discuss Anna Nicole Smith, Michael Jackson, and when commentary crosses the line. You've all heard people say, “if you can't handle what people think about you, don't become famous” but should accepting death threats and the public's expression of their insecurities be a part of the job description? Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

The first episode in the mini series: Escaping the Fame. The life of a celebrity seems fancy and dreamy— big houses, luxury vehicles, vacations anywhere around the world, but is having your every move under constant scrutiny worth it all? Today we discuss the harsh reality of being famous along with the extent some celebrities are allegedly willing to take to escape “the fame.” Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

It's not a huge secret that the stars and extras of early Hollywood were subject to some pretty horrendous working conditions, but the set of The Wizard of Oz takes the cake. Today, we dive into what allegedly happened on the set of the classic film. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In Hollywood, specifically within the music industry, there's a phenomenon where artists are seemingly thriving and at the peak of their career and then die a tragic death at just age 27. In this Episode, Sam discusses the history of the 27 club, it's members, and how it seems to keep growing in members. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

If you haven't heard, we now have a “She's All That” Netflix remake starring Addison Rae, and um… well… it's definitely… a movie. In this Episode, Sam talks a little bit about the movie, the surge of influencers in tv & film, as well as the general disconnect between internet culture and tv/film.  Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

Did you know that one of the most famous rock singers of all time, Debbie Harry, had a close encounter with the infamous serial killer Ted Bundy?! Listen to this week's episode to learn how she was almost his next victim! Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Tiktok, and Twitter. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford held one of the most infamous Hollywood rivalries starting in the 1940s and continuing until their deaths. Learn about the feud and just why these two hated each other so much. Follow @thescoopwsam on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

Judy Garland is considered to be one of the most notable actresses of the 20th century, but her early rise to fame left some serious consequences. In this Episode, Sam talks about the life, career, and untimely death of Judy Garland. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

The pod has been dead since May… but… not anymore. Get ready for a while new “The Scoop.” In this episode, Sam explains where she's been & the direction she hopes to take with the podcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam unpacks the so called “Trash Television” shows, as a category of reality tv, and provides a bit of their history. She also goes into the “realness” of these shows and touches on their ethics. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam discusses the infamous Multi-Level Marketing (MLM), it's history, it's promises, and why no one should ever join one. We've all had people come out of the woodworks in our Instagram DM's to tell us about an “amazing business opportunity,” but while it may sound really enticing, Sam explains how it is all broken promises. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam discusses the history of the late-night talk show, from it's start in 1948 to now, also touching on the lack of diversity in late night and changing the narrative of what a late-night host looks like. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam and guest Stephen Cox discuss music in the 21st century—-from albums, to representation in the music industry, to award shows, and everything in between. In light of the recent documentary, they discuss the #FreeBritney movement, providing both hot takes and informational discussion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam discusses reality tv, from its history, to the genres of reality tv, as well as sharing some personal experience with the casting process of a few reality tv shows. Most importantly, she answers the age-old question: "How real is Reality TV?" --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

In this episode, Sam with special guests Zoie Rynard discuss what it has been like to go to college during a pandemic— the good, the okay, the really bad, while also providing some hot takes on university safety. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support

Learn more about The Scoop as well as it's host, Sam Miller, in this introduction. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thescoopwsam/support