Podcast appearances and mentions of matt leslie

On today's episode, we welcome Jameson Parker, a seasoned producer with roots in theater, who's climbed the ranks in the world of film and television. As a Development Director at Bright Light Pictures, Jameson has developed a keen eye for projects that align with his passion and resonate with audiences. Starting as an actor, he transitioned to production, taking on the mentorship of industry veteran Sean Williamson, and carving a niche in the independent cinema space.Jameson shares his journey from pursuing theater in Vancouver to becoming a producer with a versatile portfolio, which includes films like Summer of 84 and the Netflix series Julie and the Phantoms. He explains the art of “breaking in” as an evolving process, emphasizing perseverance and the invaluable nature of mentorship in an industry where relationships shape opportunities. In his case, connecting with Sean was pivotal, as it granted him guidance and resources to navigate the challenging waters of production. As he aptly puts it, “There's an element of perseverance that permeates every success story—banging your head against the wall until the brick cracks.”In our conversation, Jameson reflects on the state of Hollywood's market-driven focus, where franchises and reboots often overshadow fresh, original stories. He believes true creative fulfillment lies in cultivating unique narratives rather than chasing trends.He references his experience with Summer of 84, which drew inspiration from classic thrillers and managed to resonate with audiences without the typical industry formulas. Jameson champions the importance of bringing something authentic to the screen, arguing, “If you chase what's doing well in the marketplace, you're always going to be behind the eight ball.”For Jameson, networking is less about formal events and more about building meaningful relationships. He recalls his serendipitous meeting with writer Matt Leslie at a networking event, which led to the development of Summer of 84. He stresses that genuine connections often lead to more fruitful collaborations than transactional exchanges. This philosophy has carried him through many projects, as he remains committed to developing authentic connections both on and off set.As the conversation deepens, Jameson delves into the complexities of producing for television versus film. Working with Netflix on Julie and the Phantoms, alongside renowned director Kenny Ortega, has been a “big learning experience” for him. He contrasts this with his independent projects, which allow for more creative control and hands-on involvement.The Netflix series exemplifies the evolving landscape of TV production, where platforms like Netflix provide vast opportunities but also introduce unique challenges due to their expansive, competitive nature.Jameson also speaks to the behind-the-scenes challenges producers face, especially in managing large teams on set. From navigating egos to ensuring open communication, he explains how these aspects shape the production experience. He acknowledges that problem-solving in production can feel overwhelming but emphasizes the importance of keeping a calm perspective. “If it can be solved with money, it's not really a problem,” he says, underscoring his pragmatic approach to navigating production obstacles.In a business defined by collaboration and trust, Jameson has thrived by working with familiar faces, valuing shared experiences over constant change. His career is a testament to the power of resilience, passion, and a deep-seated love for storytelling. As he anticipates his next independent film project, he remains committed to blending his studio experiences with his passion for independent cinema.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

Hello and welcome back to another episode of B Bin Horror! On this week's episode we talk about the 2024 Horror/Slasher film, Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 is written by Matt Leslie and Rhys Frake-Waterfield and directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield. The film stars Scott Chambers, Tallulah Evans, Ryan Oliva, Marcus Massey, Simon Callow and Eddy MacKenzie. On this week's episode we talk about the film and compare it to the first one, what other cartoons we would like to see made into horror films and we talk about the upcoming Twisted Childhood Universe films. If you like what you hear please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @bbinhorror. You can also send us emails at bbinhorror@gmail.com and please don't forget to subscribe to B Bin Horror on whatever podcast platform you listen on! *B Bin Horror theme music - "Uprising" by Karl Casey @ White Bat Audio*

In this episode of the 30 Screams or Less podcast, we review Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. It's directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield. Written by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, Matt Leslie, and A.A. Milne It stars Scott Chambers as Christopher Robin, Ryan Olivia as Winnie the Pooh, Lewis Santer, our boy, as Tigger, Eddie McKenzie as Piglet, and Marcus Massey as Owl. The plot of this movie is not wanting to live in... The post 30 Screams or Less 059: Winnie-the-Pooh – Blood and Honey 2 appeared first on Shining Wizards Network.

In this episode of the 30 Screams or Less podcast, we review Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. It's directed by Rhys Frake-Waterfield. Written by Rhys Frake-Waterfield, Matt Leslie, and A.A. Milne It stars Scott Chambers as Christopher Robin, Ryan Olivia as Winnie the Pooh, Lewis Santer, our boy, as Tigger, Eddie McKenzie as Piglet, and Marcus Massey as Owl. The plot of this movie is not wanting to live in the shadows any longer Winnie the Pooh Piglet Owl and Tigger too take their fight to the town of Ashtown leaving a bloody trail of death and mayhem in their wake.

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast:Hosts, Matt Lowry, LPP and Dr. Angela Lauria delve, into the world of Parks and Recreation, discussing how the show presents Autistic culture. Drawing on their own experiences as Autistic adults, Matt and Angela discuss how they feel seen and represented by characters like Leslie Knope, Ron Swanson, Ben Wyatt, & Chris Traeger.“And that's the thing, because when we talk about the positive traits of being Autistic, these two embody all of them. This dedication, this passion, this hyper-empathy for themselves and for their town and want to work better.” –Matt  Leslie is passionate, dedicated, intensely focused on her interests, socially awkward, and enjoys detailed organization—traits common to individuals on the autism spectrum. Ron Swanson has a strict moral code, is annoyed by chit chat, has specialized interests like woodworking, and dislikes chaos and drama. He represents the Autistic preference for routine, order, and lots of alone-time.The podcast hosts emphasize the importance of showing well-rounded, relatable Autistic characters instead of caricatures or stereotypes—Autistic people are fully fleshed out individuals with passions, empathy, and life goals. Accurate autistic representation helps humanize Autistic individuals and helps allistics relate to our culture. It gives Autistics a sense of belonging and community—positively impacting our mental health.“Yeah and so what she does for fun, she loves organizing, she loves making binders, she loves making plans, she has a sign maker on retention so that in the event that she needs a sign at a moment's notice she can have a sign in an hour. I get it.” –AngelaThe hosts estimate 20% of people are Autistic based on evolving understanding, though far fewer are officially diagnosed. They critique outdated, restrictive diagnostic criteria.In all, the hosts praise Parks and Rec for its nuanced, positive portrayals of Autistic traits in beloved characters. This representation validates Autistic culture and identity. They also share their thoughts on how including Autistic perspectives in the series helps Autistic people find themselves and the importance of inclusivity and acceptance within the entertainment industry. Whether you're a fan of Parks and Rec, or just want to learn more about Autistic culture, this podcast is a must-listen.Are you a Parks and Rec fan? Tell us which characters you relate to in the comments!Watch: Parks & Rec Streaming on PeacockPop Culture and Identity: Autism in "Parks and Recreation"Amazing Twitter Thread from Autistic Voices United Want more Autistic characters and Autistic celebrities? Check out these episodes next:Autistic woman ruffling politicians' feathers—Episode 15: Greta is AutisticRebellious Autistic woman (Emily Dickinson)— Episode 03: Poetry is AutisticAutistic-friendly workplace—Episode 04: Industrial Light & Magic is AutisticReady for a paradigm shift that empowers Autistics? Help spread the news!Check us out on InstagramFind us on Apple podcasts and SpotifyLearn more about Matt at Matt Lowry, LPPMatt's social media: Autistic Connections Facebook GroupLearn more about Angela at AngelaLauria.com and Difference PressAngela's social media: Twitter and TikTokTACP's Autism-affirming TeePublic merch shop This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.autisticculturepodcast.com/subscribe

WHOA, what's this?! Two episodes in one week??? Happy Halloween friends and welcome to the Joe Blow Horror Show OKTOBERFEST SPECIAL! BosTuna is joined by the writer and producer of Summer of '84 and Special guest Kevin Leslie.  Join us for some inside information on the making of and story behind Summer of '84 and a bonus review of We Are Still Here!

In the second to the last episode of season 1, Matt & Leslie tackle some of the most polarizing issues facing our nation: fast food and orthodontia. Matt wonders what has happened to the fast food industry, while Leslie considers the cutoff age for getting braces. Let's Connect! https://linktr.ee/fireawaypodcast

Saskia Kennedy is a third-generation owner of the Fullerton Observer a 43-year-old volunteer community newspaper. With her business partners Jesse La Tour and Matt Leslie, they are dedicated to continuing to inform Fullertonians about the changes to their community. Saskia has owned several businesses and has traveled worldwide. In her spare time, She is an artist and gardener. She is currently returning to school to study film and broadcasting. Jesse La Tour is currently the editor of the Fullerton Observer newspaper, one of the last remaining independent local newspapers in Orange County. Prior to that, he was co-founder of Hibbleton Gallery, Bookmachine books + zines, The Magoski Arts Colony, and the Downtown Fullerton Art Walk (all of which are, sadly, on hiatus due to the pandemic). He has also taught English composition at Cal State University, Fullerton, and Fullerton College. La Tour enjoys writing about local history, and is working on an in-depth history of Fullerton called “The Town I Live In.” La Tour was born in Madison, Wisconsin, and moved to Fullerton, California when he was seven years old.

On this episode, Poxy and Ragan kick off Season Two with their annual Halloween Special featuring the 2018 film, SUMMER OF 84, with screenwriting partners, Matt Leslie and Stephen Smith. Support the show (https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E9988&id=1)

It's finally here - Euro 2020. The first major international tournament to be named after the year before it takes place. . It's been a long time coming, and in the darkest days of Covid we probably doubted whether Euro 2020 would happen at all, but it's here! To get you in the mood for possibly the most hotly anticipated tournament of all time, in this week's Football Pink podcast host Roddy Cairns (@RoddyGCairns) and some of our writers look back on some of the greatest memories in the history of the European Championships. Contributors: Jack Wills, Liam Togher, David Nesbit, James Bolam, Graham Hollingsworth, Matt Leslie, Kirsty McLeod, Pete Spencer Music credits (as edited): Welcome to the Show by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4614-welcome-to-the-show) Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first)

Zinedine Zidane. There can be few names in the modern era which land with such weight on the ears of the football fan. In a companion piece to issue 24 of The Football Pink magazine, host Roddy Cairns (@RoddyGCairns) and a variety of contributors look beyond the legend to serve up a slice of Zidane's career on and off the park. If you're looking for glory, skill, controversy and success - you've come to the right place. Contributors: Fintan O'Reilly, James Bolam, Kirsty McLeod, Liam Togher, Dave Proudlove, Pete Spencer, Matt Leslie, Graham Hollingsworth, Jack Wills. Music credits (as edited): Welcome to the Show by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4614-welcome-to-the-show) Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first) Parisian by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4194-parisian)

Once every season, the Football Pink Podcast pauses to reflect on footballing greatness. In this episode, host Roddy Cairns (@RoddyGCairns) and an array of contributors debate the Football Pink's greatest midfielders. It's an episode with everything from water carriers to playmakers, ball winners to box-to-box merchants and everything in between. Contributors: Graham Hollingsworth, Pete Spencer, David Nesbit, Rodney McCain, Matt Leslie, James Bolam, Joe Harvey, Kirsty McLeod, Liam Togher. Music credits (as edited): Welcome to the Show by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4614-welcome-to-the-show) Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first)

Brian and Drew are joined by screenwriters Matt Leslie and Stephen J. Smith to discuss their breakout movie Summer of 84 … and pretty much geek over all the pop culture that still informs what we love today. We find out how they write as a duo, what it took to get Summer of 84 made, and then argue over Marvel movies for some reason. It’s a casual convo where we all let our guards down … right before it takes some wild, unexpected turns. Kind of like their movie. Hope you enjoy it as much as we did. Get on the email list at vcrworld.substack.com

Once every season, the Football Pink Podcast pauses to reflect on footballing greatness. In this episode, host Roddy Cairns (@RoddyGCairns) takes a run through the Football Pink's greatest managers, with some of our writers putting forward a case for their favourite gaffer to be considered the greatest. Managers are the architects of football's great creations, whether they be those who painstakingly craft their teams from the ground up, or the firefighting mend and make doers who can bash a team together from odds and ends. Both approaches have their merits, but who is the greatest? Contributors: Rodney McCain, Chris Darwen, Graham Hollingsworth, Pete Spencer, David Nesbit, Matt Leslie, Kirsty McLeod, Andrew Haines, James Jackson, James Bolam. Music credits (as edited): Welcome to the Show by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4614-welcome-to-the-show) Fearless First by Kevin MacLeod (Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3742-fearless-first) License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On our 40th episode special, we are pulling out all the stops! Leslie Fram is the senior VP of music strategy for CMT. Matt Pinfield is the legendary host of MTV's 120 Minutes. What do Leslie and Matt have in common? They once hosted a radio show together! We dive deep into stories of them being on the air and talk about how with minimal resources, they were able to pull off iconic stunts. Hearing the excitement that Matt & Leslie still have for music is exhilarating and I guarantee their stories will blow you away.

In a very special episode Mark an the boys are joined my the writers and producer of Summer of 84 Matt Leslie and Stephen J Smith to talk Satan's Slaves and Devil's Candy.The Boys also have a great conversation about Summer of 84, Sequel Ideas and more behind the story thoughts.You can watch Summer of 84 over on Shudder as well as this weeks films.*The audio is a little ropy near the end we are very sorry about this!*@Summerof84Movie@matthewgleslie@TheWriteSJSmithJoin us over on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/snakebitehorrorcast?fan_landing=truewww.snakebitehorror.co.uk

It is a new month, so you all know what that means?! That's right! A new rotation of horror - this month we are talking about Summer horrors. Dead in the Sun month is kicking off with two episodes!  Not only are we breaking down Summer of '84, but we have a companion episode with the screenwriters, Matt Leslie and Stephen J. Smith, interviewed by our HeadKnight, Prince. Make sure to head back in your podcast feed for that episode. Next movie: The Descent (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSYg7Z1KS_I) —————————————————————  Want access to this show as early as Monday? Head over to our Patreon in the links below to see how you can gain access five days before release on podcast services!   Want to be a part of the growth of GoodKnight Life? Support us at these links!    WEBSITE: www.goodknight.life (http://www.goodknight.life/)     PATREON: http://patreon.com/goodknightlife    TWITTER: http://twitter.com/goodknightlife 

We have an exclusive interview for all of you this time around! We are bringing a companion episode with our breakdown of Summer of '84. Our HeadKnight, Prince, sits down with the screenwriters' Matt Leslie (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6233994/?ref_=tt_ov_wr) and Stephen J. Smith (https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8186737/?ref_=tt_ov_wr) to discuss Summer of '84, their history with genre, and their future projects that they are currently working on.  —————————————————————  Want access to this show as early as Monday? Head over to our Patreon in the links below to see how you can gain access five days before release on podcast services!   Want to be a part of the growth of GoodKnight Life? Support us at these links!    WEBSITE: www.goodknight.life (http://www.goodknight.life/)     PATREON: http://patreon.com/goodknightlife    TWITTER: http://twitter.com/goodknightlife 

I’m joined by writer, producer, and director Matt Leslie, he wrote and produced Summer of 84 (one of my favorites, go watch it) and has his upcoming directorial debut The Knocking currently in production. He chose to discuss one of his favorite sleeper hits, The House of The Devil. It was released in 2009 and is available to watch on Amazon Prime. This film was written and directed by Ti West (V/H/S, The Innkeepers, Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever). Starring Jocelin Donahue (Insidious: Chapter 2, Doctor Sleep), Tom Noonan (Manhunter, Damages), Greta Gerwig (writer of Ladybird, Little Women, actress in Arthur, Jackie, Isle of Dogs) and an appearance by Dee Wallace (E.T., Cujo, The Howling). I won't lie, this wasn't one of my favorites, but I can appreciate the cinematography, it was very cool to see how they were able to make this film feel like it was shot in 1983. I rarely drink while watching the films for this podcast, I need to be in control and make sure others don't go off topic. In this episode, neither one of us were drinking, just a normal conversation. With all of that being said, no drinking game for this week, unless you decide to make one up, but feel free to make yourself a Red Devil. Red Devil (recipe by Boomette): 1 1/2 oz Vodka 1 1/2 oz Peach Snapps (Or Western Son Peach made with real peaches and no sugar added) 1 1/2 oz Souther Comfort 1 1/2 oz Gin 2 oz Triple Sec 2 oz Orange Juice Grenadine Mix alcohol into an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Add the juice and grenadine, and shake. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/linedrunk/support

Matt Leslie of Souther Train Gypsy joins Johnny O on the Plot Hole.

Garrett and Dan are joined by SUMMER OF 84 screenwriters Stephen J. Smith and Matt Leslie to discuss Joe Dante's THE BURBS. Amidst conversation about where they found inspiration in another tale of 80's suburbia, Stephen and Matt share insight into their writing process and their trajectory through Hollywood. They also discuss exciting upcoming projects like their directorial debut THE KNOCKING, a TV series based on the Polybius arcade machine conspiracy, and ANGEL OF DUST, a film they wrote that is to be directed by RZA and scored by Wu-Tang Clan. twitter | Facebook | tumblr | iTunes

In the thirteenth episode of Beer Life we talk with the tallest man in BC Beer, Matt Leslie from Vessel Packaging. Jorden and Matt talk about his rebrand from West Coast Canning to Vessel, long drive competitions, and his Top 30 Under 30 nomination.

In the thirteenth episode of Beer Life we talk with the tallest man in BC Beer, Matt Leslie from Vessel Packaging. Jorden and Matt talk about his rebrand from West Coast Canning to Vessel, long drive competitions, and his Top 30 Under 30 nomination.

Our friends, Josh & Liz from Bloody Date Night, joined us to talk about Summer of ’84. It had a limited release in theatres on August 10, 2018, and is currently available on Shudder, and Video on Demand. After suspecting that their police officer neighbor is a serial killer, a group of teenage friends spends their summer spying on him and gathering evidence, but as they get closer to discovering the truth, things get dangerous. We will be interviewing the co-writers and producers of Summer of’84, Matt Leslie and Stephen J. Smith. Keep an eye out for that episode this coming week. We will be doing a couple of special episodes leading up to the “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” movie. We will be joined by our friends over at I Have a Strange Story, to look back at the series. But, we also want to hear from you! We want to know your favorite tale from the “Scary Stories” series. Email us at nerdsftc@gmail.com Come join us in Austin, as we are once again meeting up with our favorite Texas-based podcasters. Location: Cosmic Coffee & Beer Garden Address: 121 Pickle Road, Austin, TX 78704When: Saturday, August 3, 2019Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Click here for more information:  Find our reviews by clicking here.Find our other creator interviews by clicking here.

We're back with another episode of our podcast special, The Gory Details. This week we've got a bit of a writer's round table featuring Stephen Smith and Matt Leslie (Summer of '84) and J.P. Willie (Blood in the Woods). We discuss everything from the state of modern horror to experience working in the industry. Enjoy!

A movie off of another soundtrack, The creator of our much adored Turbokid brings this flop of a Stranger Things knockoff. Watch it, or dont, and join us as we take apart this boring and lazy 80's homage piece. It coulda been great! Great casting and fun cinematography does not make a movie Summer of '84 (2018) Directed by: François Simard and Anouk Whissell Written by: Matt Leslie and Stephen J. Smith Starring: Graham Verchere, Judah Lewis and Caleb Emery *******SPOILERS******** ******EXPLICIT********** Follow us on Twitter! @IWYTWT Dennis @TheDBux Cullen @CullenMunch Craig @Catharticus Facebook.com/groups/IWYTWT

WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS MULTIPLE SPOILERS ABOUT SUMMER OF 84. IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN IT YET, A) WHAT'S YOU'RE PROBLEM AND B) FIX THAT NOW AND THEN COME BACK TO THIS.   On this bonus episode of Heroes of Noise Dan sits down with screenwriters Matt Leslie and Stephen J Smith to talk about all things Summer of 84. Learn how they met, their introduction to RKSS, the casting process, future endeavors and more. These guys were great and we wholeheartedly thank them for stopping by Heroes of Noise to chat it up.  And now, please enjoy another Heroes of Noise Interview with screenwriters Matt Leslie and Stephen J Smith.   Matt and Stephen's contact information: Matt's Twitter: @MatthewGLeslie Stephen's Twitter: @TheWriteSJSmith Website: www.smithandleslie.com Summer of 84 Twitter: @Summerof84Movie Heroes of Noise Podcast Contact and Show Info: Website: www.heroesofnoise.com Email: HeroesofNoisePodcast@gmail.com Show Twitter: @HeroesofNoise Facebook: Heroes of Noise Podcast Instagram: @heroesofnoisepodcast   Listen to our other podcast    The Word: The Unofficial PREACHER Podcast Contact Info: Email: askthewordpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @Word_Podcast Hosts Twitter: @DanQPublic, @SE_Hudsonmusic Facebook: The Word Podcast Website: www.heroesofnoise.com          

Greetings, Citizens. Your friendly neighborhood Heroes of Noise are back with another one for your ear holes. Quick story: This episode started out like any other. We had our notes, we had multiple shows and movies ready to review, we were ready. We were doing our thing, then...something happened and all of that was dropped for a long discussion about the Machine Gun Kelly/ Eminem beef as well as a walk down Hip Hop's memory lane. We pretty much dedicated the entirety of the show to music. Got some rock talk in as well. Not to worry though. We're not changing the format. Sometimes, we just gotta do us and this was the byproduct. Heroes of Noise will be back next week with a whole bunch of new content for you. If for some reason this week's episode isn't enough for you, don't miss our just released bonus episode where Dan sits down with the screenwriters and producers for Summer of 84, Matt Leslie and Stephen J Smith.  That's all for now. Time to push play. As always, if you like what you hear, don't be stingy. Pass it on.  Heroes of Noise Podcast Contact and Show Info: Website: www.heroesofnoise.com Email: HeroesofNoisePodcast@gmail.com Show Twitter: @HeroesofNoise Facebook: Heroes of Noise Podcast Instagram: @heroesofnoisepodcast   Listen to our other podcast    The Word: The Unofficial PREACHER Podcast Contact Info: Email: askthewordpodcast@gmail.com Twitter: @Word_Podcast Hosts Twitter: @DanQPublic, @SE_Hudsonmusic Facebook: The Word Podcast Website: www.heroesofnoise.com      

I was lucky enough to see Summer of '84 a few weeks ago in Salem, Massachusetts, not far from where Matt Leslie grew up in Ipswich. I had not heard of the film before, but it was sponsored by the Salem Horror Fest, and I trust the tastes of the folks who run that, so I went into it with no hype, knowing virtually nothing about it. I greatly enjoyed the film. It has the same vibe as movies I enjoyed, oddly enough, as a teenager in the mid-eighties like The Lost Boys or The Goonies. Davey, a suburban teenager, thinks his neighbor, Mackey, might be a serial killer. One night when he's out playing a game with his three best friends, Davey happens to see a kid in Mackey's kitchen. That gets Davey's conspiracy theorist mind working. Kids have been going missing lately, and when the next one looks like the kid he saw through Mackey's window, Davey is convinced. But who would believe him? Mackey is a cop and by all outward appearances, the perfect suburban neighbor. Naturally, the only people he can turn to are his friends – the nerdy Farraday, rebel Tommy, and the good-natured big kid, Woody. The first and possibly most important thing that got my attention is how natural the kids seemed together. This kind of movie lives and dies by the chemistry of its cast, and that worked for me. So did Rich Sommer from Wet Hot American Summer, Mad Men, and GLOW, who plays the neighbor, Wayne Mackey. He has to be likable enough to cast doubt on Davey's theory and creepy enough that Davey doesn't seem insane, and Sommer walks that line well, into the third act when things change dramatically. The major story arc was well-plotted, providing just enough doubt to keep the mystery going.  Leslie co-wrote the script with Stephen J. Smith and also served as a producer. We kept the conversation mainly spoiler-free for the first half, but there were some elements we needs to dive into, so if you haven't seen the film and want to avoid spoilers, stop when I mention that in the conversation and please do come back and finish after you've seen it. Look for Summer of 84 streaming on Amazon Prime and Vudu or pick it up on BluRay now. You can find out more about Leslie's work, as well as Smiths, at www.smithandleslie.com. The featured track this week is “Social Stuff,” from Jo Firetone's new stand-up album, The Hits, out now on Comedy Central Records. It's a fun album, a live recording that includes occasional, seemingly spontaneous musical interludes from Arcade Fire's Will Butler. Firestone has a gentle demeanor that belies a sharper wit and a constant agitation over dealing with the outside world, which is what this track is all about. It's the minor tragedies of social interactions, from farting in an elevator to saying dumb thing in public. My favorite line in this is the frustrated, “I don't know how to get smarter, you could read, but, I mean, who cares?” Firestone is a staff writer on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and hosts the Dr. Gameshow podcast on the Earwolf network. You can find out more about her at www.jofirestone.com or follow her on Twitter at @kingfirestorm

Screenwriter Matt Leslie was involved in website design when he discovered the book, 'Story,' by Robert McKee. Soon, he went with a friend to see McKee at a seminar. Leslie’s writing partner, Stephen Smith, was originally interested in animation when he discovered screenwriting. In 2011, the duo teamed up to start writing professionally, which consists of around eight spec scripts, a pilot, and “a million treatments.” In their new film, 'Summer of 84,' a group of teenage friends suspect their police officer neighbor is actually a serial killer. As the group starts to uncover the truth, their findings get more and more dangerous. The film stars 'Mad Men’s Rich Sommer, along with newcomers Graham Verchere, Judah Lewis, and Caleb Emergy. In addition to the team of screenwriters, there was also a team of directors attached to this project. RKSS (Turbokid), made up of François Simard, Anouk Whissell, and Yoann-Karl Whissell, where they describe their hive mentality as directors as family. In both collaborations, the screenwriter duo and the director trio understand that “everything you do should be for the good of the film.” This helped Matt Leslie and Stephen Smith pen the story and RKSS get in the right mindset to shape up this film. In addition to this audio format, the print interview for this conversation is available on Creative Screenwriting Magazine’s website. Stay up-to-date on other creative advice and watch our weekly YouTube series at www.creativeprinciples.live

Traditionally craft beer has been in glass bottles, but in recent years there has been an increase in the number of craft beer canned products. When starting a brewery, a major cost can be the bottling or canning line. West Coast Canning in Vancouver, BC provide the solution with their mobile canning lines. I spoke with co-owner Matt Leslie about how they started, and if cans are better for craft beer. West Coast Canning Website: http://westcoastcanning.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/westcoastcans/ Cascadian Beer Podcast Website: http://cascadian.beer Facebook: http://facebook.com/cascadianbeer Twitter: http://twitter.com/cascadianbeer This episode was made possible by supporters on Patreon. If you enjoy this podcast and want to support its creation, you can pledge on our show page. Podcast created and hosted by: Aaron Johnson Recorded on location at West Coast Canning - Vancouver, BC Editing & mixing by: Aaron Johnson Theme music by: A:M (Aaron Johnson & Danny Moffat) Support the show.

Kenneth decided to grace us with his presence today and I discover that my voice mails that I leave other local podcasts cause a very high amount of rage amongst those present who listen to them.  Especially, the one I left Jerry Jonestown Massacre in which Matt Leslie, the lead vocalist of Southern Train Gypsy decided to rip me a new one in such an awesome sense!  Tune in and yo uwill hear about this, a McDonald's that serves aborted fetus Chicken McNuggets(TM), and the most entertaining round of Stump the Robotuner!Join us live every Sunday on Mixlr at 7:00PM Central U.S. Time and stalk us on Facebook!Check out the other 'casts I support: The Jerry Jonestown Massacre Funkytown Podcast Atypical DFW Podcast Digital Frustrations Bropocalypse Trade Paper Hacks The Intoxicated Gamer Epic Podquest Send us all your hate and criticism to fujiwah@gmail.com