Podcasts about William Goldman

Today on the Rarified Heir Podcast, we are talking to novelist  Matthew Specktor, whose new book, The Golden Hour: A Story of Family and Power in Hollywood, is out now and getting rave reviews. Matthew spoke to us about growing up behind the scenes in Hollywood as the son of an icon of the film industry, Fred Specktor, a super-agent of A-list Hollywood talent who is still going strong at 92 years old. With a roster of clients that included everyone from Robert DeNiro, Gene Hackman, Morgan Freeman, Helen Mirren, Danny Devito and many, many more, Matthew was brought up in and around the film business and had a firsthand look. Part memoir, part biography, part cultural history & part fiction, The Golden Hour has been priases in outlets such as NPR, the New York Times, the Kirkus Review, the LA Times and many more for it's unique look into Hollywood and the battle between art vs. commerce and much more. As this is his third book based on his take on Hollywood, Matthew is getting name-checked alongside iconic LA based, Hollywood centric authors such as Joan Didion and William Goldman and getting praise from authors like Jonathan Lethem and Griffin Dunne. High praise indeed. We get into that as well as how Matthew formed the book and the basis of his exploration into his family and the city formed him, shortly. Matthew's behind-the-scenes stories of how Hollywood was created in the second half of the twentieth century at Tinseltown institutions like MCA, William Morris and CAA beginning in the 1950s and where we are today, 70 years later a a large part of this episode. But we also hear personal stories about pranks the pre-rat pack played on him and his best friend Renee Estevez (daughter of Martin Sheen) in high school, what LA restaurants his family ate on special occasions, the cars and vanity plates of super agents in the City of Angelss and the movie theaters and books that shaped his youth on the Westside of Los Angeles. This is the Rarified Heir Podcast and if you've never had David Lynch tell you, you were more an artist than a deal maker at 13, take a listen because Matthew Specktor has. Everyone has a story.

Is it safe? Alex and Nick break down one of the best paranoid thrillers ever, “Marathon Man.” Stray topics include the remarkable careers of Dustin Hoffman, Roy Scheider, Laurence Olivier, and William Devane, 1976 in film, John Schlesinger's best movies, William Goldman's brilliant source novel, watching “Jaws” for the first time, and debunking the infamous “Why don't you try acting, darling?” story.Part 2 of the WAYW New Hollywood Film Project.Follow @WAYW_Podcast on Twitter and Instagram and Letterboxd.Send mailbag questions to whatareyouwatchingpodcast@gmail.com

Welcome back to purgatory!!!! This week it's just Mike and Jeremy. Tron and his wife just welcomed their second child into the world! So they're crazy busy to say the least. So Mike and Jeremy decided to talk about an old 90's classic Absolute Power from 1997 directed by Clint Eastwood based off the novel of the same name from 1996 written by David Baldacci, the screenplay was adapted by William Goldman. The Film stars Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman. Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Scott Glenn, Dennis Haysbert, Judy Davis, E.G. Marshall, Melora Hardin, Kenneth Welsh, Penny Johnson Jerald, Richard Jenkins and Mark Margolis. Thanks for checking us out, you can find our back catalog on podbean.com and you can find us where all other podcasts are found. Intro and Outro music from the Absolute Power soundtrack composed by Lennie Niehaus 1. The Mansion https://youtu.be/bq-BVDCFU7o?si=8T6IsNK6giCTTdQn 2. Christy's Dance https://youtu.be/6DQval2DmKw?si=pE3q2-Yz_t9_H1sm  

This week, the Dames are talking about love, true love as we discuss the beloved 1987 fairy tale classic, The Princess Bride. William Goldman adapted the script from his own novel. Rob Reiner directs the film which stars Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Andre the Giant, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest, Wallace Shawn and so many more. Be sure to come back next week when we finish out our 1987 romantic movie series with Steve Martin and Daryl Hannah in Roxanne.

Our name is Praising Kane (the world's greatest chronological Carol Kane podcast), you killed our fathers.. prepare to die! We're finally moving into some iconic films in Carol's oeuvre, and they don't get much bigger than the 1987 fantasy-comedy-romance THE PRINCESS BRIDE, adapted from the beloved William Goldman book of the same name. Everyone loves it.. but did WE? Listen and find out. But before that we have a chat about the very first episode of the short-lived 1986 sitcom ALL IS FORGIVEN, featuring Carol Kane in a supporting role as the head writer of a beleaguered soap opera produced by the inexperienced Paula Russell (played by Bess Armstrong). I'm laughing already! And you'll be laughing too once you start listening. The post Episode 271 – Praising Kane – The Princess Bride (1987) first appeared on Cinema Smorgasbord.

Our series on 'movies about presidents' continues with a fun discussion of this 1997 'thriller', written by legendary Hollywood screenwriter William Goldman based on the debut novel of David Baldacci, starring/produced/directed by noted chair-interviewer Clint Eastwood, and boasting a splendid cast - including recently-deceased screen legend Gene Hackman - none of whom are given anything very interesting to do. Clint plays a suave cat burglar - with the unlikely name of Luther Whitney - who accidentally witnesses the president of the United States sexually assaulting a woman (far-fetched, right?) and getting her killed. All Hell then persistently threatens but repeatedly fails to break loose. Instead we get a slow, aimless, half-baked movie filled with good elements that don't cohere or go anywhere special. It sparked an amusing conversation though, as we hope you will agree. Full episode exclusive for Patreon subscribers. Please consider donating to help us make the show and stay independent.  Patrons get exclusive access to at least one full extra episode a month. Daniel's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/danielharper/posts Jack's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=4196618&fan_landing=true IDSG Twitter: https://twitter.com/idsgpod Daniel's Twitter: @danieleharper Jack's (Locked) Twitter: @_Jack_Graham_ Jack's Bluesky: @timescarcass.bsky.social Daniel's Bluesky: @danielharper.bsky.social IDSG on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-dont-speak-german/id1449848509?ls=1

“Why We Tell Stories” is a discussion between Greg Hurwitz & Jonathan Pageau which took place on January 31, 2025. In this exchange, two prominent professionals in creative fields discuss the place of passion, productivity, and integrity in the context of their careers, and offer insights which range from guiding, general principles to concrete, practical advice. Over the course of their discussion with each other and with the students, they field questions about the artistic process; about the public attention they've received for their work; about the lessons they've learned; and about their impression of Ralston College and its place in a broader context of cultural and educational renewal.  This event was part of Ralston College's Career and Life conversations, a series of informal Friday-afternoon discussions for students enrolled in the MA in the Humanities. To apply to this program, please visit our website: www.ralston.ac/apply. Authors and Works Mentioned in this Episode: Aristotle Dante Alighieri DC Comics' Batman series The Book of Genesis Jordan B. Peterson Stephen King William Faulkner, The Sound and the Fury (1929) Rashomon (1950; dir. Akira Kurosawa) Marcel Duchamp, “Nude Descending a Staircase, No. 2” (1912)  Sigmund Freud Carl Rogers Jackson Pollock Pablo Picasso Lucile Ball Groucho Marx Sammy Davis Jr. James Patterson John Grisham  Dr James Orr Dr Douglas Hedley Douglas Murray Ben Shapiro William Shakespeare Dan Brown, The DaVinci Code Hamilton: An American Musical  Harry Potter series  William Goldman  

Misery (1990) directed by Rob Reiner and written by William Goldman, based on the book of the same name by Stephen King. Starring Kathy Bates, James Caan, and Misery the Pig. Off-topic chat:Amanda: Walton Goggins's Architectural Digest tourChance: Spy X Family mangaThat's So Gothic tries to release episodes on the first and third Thursday every month. Email sogothicpod@gmail.com.Follow Chance and Amanda on Letterboxd @mrchancelee and @mcavoy_amanda. Instagram @sogothicpod Closing music "Gothic Guitar" by Javolenus 2014- Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution Noncommercial (3.0)

We have a special episode to share today of the podcast, NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING, a new LAist Studios podcast that gamifies the Hollywood creative process. Every week, the show puts your favorite actors, directors, and screenwriters through the wringer (a.k.a. through a series of games) to see if they've got what it takes to make it in Hollywood because the truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” In this episode, guests Fortune Feimster, Dana Fox, and Abdullah Saeed go head-to-head in a battle for points over movies about time travel, time loops, and the allure of going back in time to rewrite the future.Guests: Actor/comedian/writer Fortune Feimster ("FUBAR," "The Mindy Project"); writer Dana Fox ("Wicked," "Cruella"); and writer Abdullah Saeed ("Deli Boys," "Bong Appétit").NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. New episodes premiere Tuesdays, and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 or LAist.com Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 10 p.m.

Research from Princeton University reveals that mandatory reading logs actually decrease children's interest in reading. While a quarter of Australian parents barely read to their kids at all, the solution isn't forcing children to track their reading time—it's making reading irresistible. This episode exposes why reading logs are counterproductive and reveals the three crucial keys to raising passionate readers. If you've ever battled with your child over filling in their reading log or worried about their reading habits, this episode offers game-changing strategies that actually work. Quote of the Episode: "Reading is the key skill to education. It's literally the gateway to all other skills. And if we can get this one thing right with our kids, they're going to make it all right in the world." Key Points: Research shows mandatory reading logs reduce children's motivation and interest in both recreational and academic reading. 25% of Australian parents read to their children once a week or less. There's up to a million-word annual gap between children from book-rich and book-poor homes. 56% of parents feel insecure about their own reading ability, impacting how much they read to their children. Three essential strategies for fostering a love of reading: Read to children regularly, using engaging voices and interactive questioning. Model reading behaviour by having parents visibly read physical books. Allow children complete autonomy in their reading choices, even if parents consider the material "below standard". Resources Mentioned: Princeton University study on mandatory reading logs and motivation by Sarah Pak Oxford University Press research on Australian family reading habits "Wings of Fire" graphic novel series [affiliate link] "The Magic Faraway Tree" by Enid Blyton [affiliate link] "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman [affiliate link] "Donald Duck's New Toy Train" (Little Golden Book) Action Steps for Parents: Remove any mandatory reading tracking systems. Create easily accessible reading spaces with books within arm's reach. Read to children daily, using expressive voices and engaging discussions. Let children see you reading physical books regularly. Allow children to choose their own reading material without judgment. Keep screens separate from reading time - stick to physical books. Make reading a joyful activity rather than a chore. Ask interactive questions about stories to enhance engagement. Read slower than you think necessary to aid comprehension. Create regular family reading times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.Support the show: https://laist.com

What makes a blockbuster, or a box office bomb? The truth is, as famed screenwriter William Goldman put it, “Nobody knows anything.” Join us each week as we put your favorite actors, directors, and writers through the wringer (aka through a series of games) to see if they’ve got what it takes to make it in this wild town.This episode is all about coming-of-age stories — movies and TV shows about first loves, schoolyard scrapes, and the realization that the world is far bigger than the block you live on.Guests: Actor, writer and director Natasha Lyonne (“Poker Face,” “Russian Doll”); actor and comedian Sherry Cola (“Joy Ride,” “Nobody Wants This”); director and Oscar-winning screenwriter Cord Jefferson (“American Fiction”). “NOBODY KNOWS ANYTHING” is a production of The Black List and LAist Studios, in partnership with The Ankler. This episode is presented by FX.Support for this podcast is also brought to you by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes L.A. a better place to live.New episodes premiere Tuesdays and you can listen to the show on the radio at LAist 89.3 on weekends. The premiere episode is supported by presenting sponsor FX.

It's not every day you run across this skillful an abridgment of S. Morgenstern's classic tale of love and adventure, one that was also turned into a beloved feature film of the same name. But there's something weird going on here. Both author and abridger are editorializing a LOT, and I'm not sure I can even find the kingdom of Florin on a map. Oh well! It's probably nothing.This episode is sponsored by Squarespace. Go to squarespace.com/overdue for 10% of your first purchase of a website or domain.Our theme music was composed by Nick Lerangis.Follow @overduepod on Instagram and BlueskyAdvertise on OverdueSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Después de un periodo de vecería de El bosque habitado, es decir, un periodo de descanso en el que los árboles frutales, por ejemplo, deciden no florecer ni dar fruto para recuperar fuerzas y ser más productivos en la próxima cosecha entre otros beneficios, volvemos. Y lo hacemos con el sugerente lema de "La revuelta del bosque" por varios motivos. Además del más evidente porque nos sumamos a la nueva y revolucionaria etapa comunicativa de RTVE. Y para ello, echamos mano de la primera inspiración que nos llevó a dedicar nuestro tiempo, ilusión, trabajo, imaginación, activismo y energías un día en que los árboles nos pidieron ayuda para ayudar cuidar a lo que nos cuida. Y, como entonces, siguiendo el consejo de William Goldman de que "cuando todo vaya mal, vuelve al origen", nos reiniciamos de la mano y las raíces de Ignacio Abella.Hacemos una reflexión de los últimos doce meses y los cambios que hemos detectado: activismos ciudadanos, mutualismos, cultura de la naturaleza, educación ecosocial, conciencia colectiva... Esta vez, llamamos a la Comunidad del Bosque con el grito de Justicia y Belleza... ¡Arriba las ramas!Escuchar audio

You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review!This week, we're taking a journey into one of the most beloved fantasy films of all time—The Princess Bride. A perfect blend of adventure, romance, comedy, and swashbuckling action, this 1987 classic continues to capture the hearts of audiences across generations.Directed by Rob Reiner and based on William Goldman's novel, The Princess Bride is a fairy tale that refuses to be ordinary. It delivers heartfelt romance, thrilling action, and razor-sharp wit, making it one of the most enduring films in cinema history.The story begins with a sick boy (Fred Savage) reluctantly listening to his grandfather (Peter Falk) read a fairy tale. But as the adventure unfolds, the boy—and the audience—quickly becomes engrossed in a tale that defies expectations.The story follows Westley (Cary Elwes), a farmhand who transforms into the daring Dread Pirate Roberts. His mission? To rescue his true love, Princess Buttercup (Robin Wright), from an unwanted marriage to the scheming Prince Humperdinck (Chris Sarandon). Along the way, he faces countless obstacles, from duels with a vengeful swordsman, Inigo Montoya (Mandy Patinkin), to a battle of wits with the cunning Vizzini (Wallace Shawn), and even a wrestling match with the lovable giant Fezzik (André the Giant).The Princess Bride is a film that transcends generations. Whether you first saw it as a child, a teenager, or an adult, it offers something new with every viewing. It's a perfect introduction to adventure films for younger audiences, packed with humor and excitement that the whole family can enjoy.So grab your swords, prepare for adventure, and join us as we revisit one of the most charming, quotable, and endlessly entertaining films ever made. As you wish!

Hello, hi! This week's episode is an authentic and open episode with my guest Ashlie Daigle, otherwise known as the Cheerbrarian. Ashlie and I have been “kindred spirits” both in the kind of content we like to share with the world, as well as our outlook on life and our enthusiasm for giving advice. Despite that identity and persona, Ashlie gets real with her current mental health struggles and how hard it is to reconcile the part of her identity she's known for, when she doesnt' really feel like that person. Episode Summary: In this episode, Ashlie and I chat about: Why Ashlie chose podcasting over other forms of content creation Ashlie and I talk shop about podcasting and how an asynchronous relationship with our listeners can sometimes be amazing and sometimes be a bit jarring - plus we debate whether you should start at episode 1 or start with a podcast's most recent episode! Where do you fall in the debate? Ashlie's advice to name the negative voice in your head, so when the negativity gets really loud you can tell that persona to “zip it”  Content creators will often say that they are their first audience member, and they often catch themselves making the content that they need to consume out in the world - Ashlie shares that with her recent diagnosis of clinical depression that her past few episodes were a way of trying to ask for help. We talk about the vulnerability of admitting to your audience that you don't have it all figured out.  We want everyone listening to know: it is ok to need help, it's ok to ask for that help, and to lean on your support system and open the doors to let others show up for you so you can get what you need from your community. The paradox of being someone who is good at helping others is the validation you feel from playing that role; we talk about how hard it is to learn how to find validation from within and how vital that can be to wellness and balance during times when anxiety or depression are heightened.  If you identify as a perfectionist, the slow process of growth can be very unappealing and demotivating The internal stigma with mental health medications can be really challenging to face and overcome  Taking care of yourself while battling depression takes many many small steps and all of those small steps need to be celebrated - join me celebrating Ashlie for the work she's putting in to take care of herself.   Other Episodes you might like: From Ashlie: Your Brain is a Dirty Liar (Part One) Manage Uncertainty with (some of) Your Wits Intact Book Recs Year in Review The Power of “No” (Part 3) - Zoe and I say NO to immediately responding   From Medium Lady: Episode 117: Medium Effort Advice: Help, I'm doing too much, and none of it well! Episode 128: How to Bring Your Authentic Self To Your Friendships with Helene and Christina from It's YOUR Birth Day Podcast Episode 129: You Better Keep it Up Cutie! With guest Anna Przy   Medium Lady Reads Episode 36 - Beware the Spoiler Police!   Other Resources mentioned: Yes Please by Amy Poehler - borrow from your local library! The Princess Bride by William Goldman - available at the library Atlas of the Heart by Brene Brown Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman Meditations for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman Wool by Hugh Howie The Searcher by Tana French Women Who Work Too Much by Tamu Thomas Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir Connect with the Cheerbrarian Instagram: @thecheerbrarian  Website: www.cheerbrarian.com  Connect with Erin: Instagram: @medium.lady Patreon: www.patreon.com/mediumlady  Email: mediumladytalks@gmail.com  Explore more book-related content on "Medium Lady Reads." - link to Spotify Instagram: @mediumladyreads

"Misery" adapted by William Goldman (who also wrote "Princess Bride") is based on the novel by Stephen King. SNAP! Productions will open this production on February 7th and it will run through February 23rd.  This three-person show will entertain you with it's wacky and dark plot, as well as it's well-done fight scenes.  We talked to Kaitlyn Rudeen who plays Annie Wilkes, Jeremy Earl who plays Paul Sheldon, and our own Chris Berger, who plays Sheriff Buster, and let them tell you why you should come see this psychological horror story!  You can even see this on Valentine's Day with your sweetheart! ASL Interpreter Performance, February 16th Industry Night (pay-what-you-can), Monday, February 17th  CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska. Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com HOW TO LISTEN TO THE PLATTE RIVER BARD PODCAST Listen at https://platteriverbard.podbean.com or anywhere you get your podcasts. We are on Apple, Google, Pandora, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Podbean, Overcast, Listen Now, Castbox and anywhere you get your podcasts. You may also find us by just asking Alexa. Listen on your computer or any device on our website: https://www.platteriverbard.com. Find us on You Tube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCPDzMz8kHvsLcJRV-myurvA. Please find us and Subscribe!   ©Platte River Bard Podcast by Chris and Sheri Berger.  

BTE Resident Actors Amy Rene Byrne & Aaron White speaking about the production of "Misery" by William Goldman, based on the novel by Stephen King, that will open at the Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble's Alvina Krause Theatre, 226 Center Street in Bloomsburg on January 23 and run through February 9, 2025. There will be shows Thursday through Saturdays at 7:30 pm and Sundays at 3:00 pm. There are 2 Pay-What-You-Decide Previews 1/23 & 1/24 at 7:30 pm. The show is suitable for Mature Audiences. www.bte.org/ 570-784-8181

The Projection Booth dives deep into the shadowy corridors of power with Alan J. Pakula's All the President's Men (1976), a landmark film about the Watergate scandal that brought down a presidency. This special episode, co-hosted by Robert Bellissimo and Andras Jones -- who requested the film for Patreon Request Month -- delves into the gripping story of Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward (Robert Redford) and Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman), as they unravel the conspiracy that reached the highest levels of government.With a razor-sharp script by William Goldman and Pakula's masterful direction, the film captures the intensity of investigative journalism and the political paranoia of its time. Join us as we explore the making of this cinematic powerhouse, its relevance today, and the passion behind Redford's drive to bring this story to the screen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.

The Projection Booth dives deep into the shadowy corridors of power with Alan J. Pakula's All the President's Men (1976), a landmark film about the Watergate scandal that brought down a presidency. This special episode, co-hosted by Robert Bellissimo and Andras Jones -- who requested the film for Patreon Request Month -- delves into the gripping story of Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward (Robert Redford) and Carl Bernstein (Dustin Hoffman), as they unravel the conspiracy that reached the highest levels of government.With a razor-sharp script by William Goldman and Pakula's masterful direction, the film captures the intensity of investigative journalism and the political paranoia of its time. Join us as we explore the making of this cinematic powerhouse, its relevance today, and the passion behind Redford's drive to bring this story to the screen.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-projection-booth-podcast--5513239/support.

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Mary are discussing: Bookish Moments: virtual reading retreats and tattoos that lead to bookish convos Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: how we integrate our hobbies into our reading lives The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  2:17 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 5:12 - @meg.al.reads on Instagram (Check her highlight called “Virtual R&R”) 8:18 - Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes 9:01 - Sarah's Bookshelves Live 10:09 - Our Current Reads 10:20 - Blood at the Root by Ladarrion Williams (Mary) 12:49 - The Marvellers by Dhonnielle Clayton 12:52 - Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston 13:41 - The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton (Kaytee) 13:48 - CR Season 1: Episode 1 13:56 - Good Morning, Midnight by Lily Brooks-Dalton 17:53 - The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science by Kate McKinnon (Mary) 22:20 - Peter Darling by Austin Chant (Kaytee) 26:17 - Cabin: Off the Grid Adventures with a Clueless Craftsman by Patrick Hutchison (Mary) 27:54 - Downton Shabby by Hopwood DePree 29:09 - The Calculating Stars by Mary Robinette Kowal (Kaytee) 29:17 - CR Season 7: Episode 14 31:14 - Hidden Figures by Margot Lee Shetterley 31:18 - Shoot the Moon by Isa Arsen 32:12 - @maryrobinettekowal on instagram 32:44 - Starter Villain by John Scalzi 33:27 - Deep Dive: Enjoying Hobbies While Reading 33:55 - The Princess Bride by William Goldman 34:05 - Long Dog Yarn 37:12 - Woobles 42:08 - BookBone 44:32 - @maryreadsandmakes on Instagram 48:44 - Fidget stones 50:18 - The Plan by Kendra Adachi 52:43 - Meet Us At The Fountain 52:52 - I wish we were at the stage in our home reno that I had my bookshelf back. (Mary) 54:42 - I wish for a better way to read one handed. (Kaytee) 54:54 - BookBone 56:18 - Ring kindle remote page turner Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. January's IPL is a special episode in partnership with All Things Murderful and a total mystery and thriller stack from Fabled Bookshop in Waco, Texas! Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Special thanks to friend and listener Jodi for submitting “The Princess Bride” episode as her Fan Favorite and providing audio for the new introduction.  (Originally aired 2/13/2024) “The Princess Bride” (1987) remains a beloved cult classic nearly 40 years after its release… and after you listen to this fun episode, you'll remember exactly why! Why did author William Goldman and director Rob Reiner have to fight so hard to bring this fractured fairy tale to the silver screen? What sword-fighting mishap landed Cary Elwes in the hospital? Why was the character of Inigo Montoya so personal to Mandy Patinkin, remaining his favorite role to this day? And what famous athlete-turned-actor almost played the role of the lovable Fezzik in Andre the Giant's place? We discuss all this and so much more! So if you're in the mood to revisit a nostalgic film that will have you rooting for true love, a son seeking revenge on his father's killer, and classic tales of romance and adventure, then as you wish.  Find (and subscribe to!) the show on your favorite podcast app or the Scandal Water Podcast Youtube channel.  How to support the show: Rate, review and subscribe! Send your shoutouts to scandalwaterpodcast@gmail.com. Give a gift through buymeacoffee.com/scandalwaterpod or patreon.com/ScandalWaterPodcast– which will also grant you access to fabulous bonus content! #FanFavorites #January #princessbride #bride #theprincessbride #inigomontoya #asyouwish #weddingdress #wedding #bridetobe #dreadpirateroberts #bridal #princessbuttercup #westley #caryelwes #inconceivable #fezzik #mandypatinkin #robinwright #fireswamp #brides #dress #mariage #love #valentinesday #loveisintheair #podcast #RomCom #RomanticComedy #movie #film

We're talking about Chantelle's favourite book, The Princess Bride by S. Morgenstern by William Goldman! If you've seen the movie, buckle up because it's entirely the same yet completely different.

The beer is so good it's inconceivable this week when the Drunk Guys read The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure, The “Good Parts” Version by William Goldman. Beer killed your father, now prepare to die from: Hazy Beer Hug by Goose Island, Wave

Somehow in this economy we get Baron Von Cheeseplate back on the show to discuss William Goldman's The Princess Bride, as well as how much we all hate that weird Evangelical puppet, Douglas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/unfortunately-required/support

“The future's all yours, you lousy bicycles.”Talking About Wicked, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and more with our returning guest, Re-Recording Mixer Andy NelsonJoin us for a fascinating conversation with Oscar-winning Re-Recording Mixer Andy Nelson as we explore his remarkable career in sound mixing and his deep love for cinema. In this episode, we discuss both his work on the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked and his enduring appreciation for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, examining how each represents different aspects of sonic storytelling in film.Nelson's journey through musical cinema reads like a history of the genre's evolution. From his work on Evita with Alan Parker's meticulous pre-planning approach to the groundbreaking live recording techniques used in Les Misérables, Nelson has helped shape how modern movie musicals sound. His latest project, Wicked, combines these decades of experience with cutting-edge technology. Working alongside director Jon M. Chu and collaborating with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, Nelson details how they've created an immersive musical experience that honors the stage show while embracing cinema's unique possibilities through tools like Dolby Atmos.Speaking about Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Nelson reflects on how the film influenced him during his early days as a projectionist in London. We explore the movie's brilliant use of silence punctuated by Burt Bacharach's score, particularly in the iconic bicycle sequence. The discussion delves into how the film balances its lighter moments with darker themes, the incredible chemistry between Paul Newman and Robert Redford, and how William Goldman's sharp script creates such memorable characters. Nelson's perspective as both a fan and industry veteran offers unique insights into what makes this classic work so well.From the groundbreaking sound work in contemporary musicals to the timeless appeal of a classic Western, our conversation with Andy Nelson illuminates how sound shapes storytelling in cinema. Whether it's the immersive musical numbers of Wicked or the carefully crafted sound design of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, this episode demonstrates the crucial role audio plays in creating movie magic.Film SundriesAndy Nelson on IMDbWatch Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid on Apple or Amazon, or find other places at JustWatchScript OptionsTheatrical trailerLetterboxd Learn how to support our show and The Next Reel's family of film podcasts by becoming a member. It's just $5 monthly or $55 annually. Learn more here.Join the conversation with movie lovers from around the world in our Discord community!Here's where you can find us around the internet:The WebLetterboxdCheck out poster artwork for movies we've discussed on our Pinterest pagePeteAndyWhat are some other ways you can support us and show your love? Glad you asked!You can buy our movie-related apparel, stickers, mugs and more from our MERCH PAGE.Or buy or rent movies we've discussed on the show from our WATCH PAGE.Or buy books, plays, etc. that was the source for movies we've discussed on the show from our ORIGINALS PAGE.Or renew or sign up for a Letterboxd Pro or Patron account with our LETTERBOXD MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNT.Or sign up for AUDIBLE.

This movie is almost entirely exposition, and while this isn't an approach I'd recommend for novelists, I can't imagine telling this particular story any other way. You might say that ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN is the exception that proves the rule. Master storyteller, William Goldman, pulls it off and that means there's a whole lot we can learn about how and when to use exposition when writing a story. When it comes to character arcs (Melanie's topic this season), neither of the protagonists change in this story but they change the world around them and what that reveals about how stories work is nothing short of fascinating. -V."It's almost exclusively exposition. If you have ever wondered whether exposition was a thing or whether it was important, seriously watch this movie." - Valerie Francis For access to writing templates and worksheets, and more than 70 hours of training (all for free), subscribe to Valerie's Inner Circle.To learn to read like a writer, visit Melanie's website.Follow Valerie on X, Instagram and Threads @valerie_francisFollow Melanie on X, Instagram and Facebook @MelanieHillAuthor

Welcome to the first episode of November for the Video Store Podcast! For this week's show, I've picked four films that are the definition of a cozy sweater or favorite blanket. These are comfort films for the fall season that are easy to watch and fun for just about everyone. First up is the always fun film from 1987, The Princess Bride, directed by Rob Reiner and written by William Goldman. Full of action, adventure, humor, and romance, there's truly something for everyone in The Princess Bride. Cozy up with the whole family for this one. Next is one of the best rom-coms ever made, 1998's You've Got Mail. Directed by rom-com great Nora Ephron and written by Nora and her sister, Delia Ephron, You've Got Mail is an icon of the genre. Starring the ever-charming Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan, this film's setting of New York City in the fall will make you want to put on a scarf, sip your coffee, and listen to some nice piano jazz. Keeping in the romance genre, we've got 2005's adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice. This is a gorgeous film with beautiful sets and cinematography, an enchanting score, and swoon-worthy dialogue. With an entire host of phenomenal actors, Pride & Prejudice is a cozy film best enjoyed with a cup of tea and some “most excellent potatoes.” Grab your blanket and your bestie and enjoy this beautiful film. Finally, one of the best fall films, and really one of the best films ever made is Peter Jackson's first film in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, The Fellowship of the Ring from 2001. Set during the fall, lush with autumn trees, feasting, beautiful music, and sets that are the definition of the golden hour, The Fellowship of the Ring is a majestic feast for the eyes, ears, and heart. Pull on your favorite sweater, grab a plate of snacks worthy of a hobbit, pour a pot of tea, or maybe a pint of your favorite brew, and enjoy The Fellowship of the Ring. I hope these films will serve as a nice palate cleanser from the spooky days of October and help you enjoy the beauty of the fall season of November while we wait for Thanksgiving. Thanks for cozying up with us today at the Video Store Podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.videostorepodcast.com

HAPPY HALLOWEEN from us at Fright School! This week we reflect on the FREAKY KIKI HORROR BALL! Joe and Joshua both started new jobs! Instead of chatting about a specific movie this week, we discuss our favorite Halloween watches and traditions. If you STAY spooky, you don't have to GET spooky! Here's to another season! Check out the Geekscape's Top 10 Episodes of Tales from the Crypt! Going to be in San Diego? Check out Backyard Renaissance's production of Stephen King's MISERY adapted for the stage by William Goldman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a text"Hugs & Kisses".  We see this message emblazoned on chalky candy hearts and sappy cards for Valentine's Day every year.  There are racks of novels at libraries and bookstores ready to fill us with tales of this topic.  When it comes to film there are countless romances, comedies and dramas that play on this phrase.  That's a good thing too because it's our theme for this next round of picks.What better film to kick things off and put us in the mood for romance but the classic 1987 film, The Princess Bride.  Based on the 1973 William Goldman novel and brought to us by the wizard of love himself Rob Reiner this film stars Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, Mandy Patinkin, Fred Savage, Andre the Giant and a host of others.  It holds a special place in our hearts and we hope you can enjoy it with your own special someone.As usual we veer off on tangents but try to stay on topic and dig into what is a romance movie really.  Finally, we respond to the question we know you're burning for us to answer... are we romantic?

This week we cover Lawrence Kasdan's Stephen King mess of a film, "Dreamcatcher." We discuss everything from the making of the film to Morgan Freeman's stupid giant eyebrows. We finish the episode with two double bills including movies better than "Dreamcatcher." Thank you so much for listening!Created by Spike Alkire & Jake KelleyTheme Song by Breck McGoughFollow us on Instagram: @DoubleBillChillLetterboxd: FartsDomino44

On this episode of Currently Reading, Kaytee and Roxanna are discussing: Bookish Moments: meeting bookish friends IRL and getting fun bookish mail Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: fall books that aren't spooky, scary or academia The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  1:57 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 3:25 - Queen Books 7:21 - Amari and the Despicable Wonders by B.B. Alston 7:26 - Blackwell's UK 7:46 - The Swifts: A Gallery of Rogues by Beth Lincoln 7:50 - The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels by Beth Lincoln 8:04 - Silverborn by Jessica Townsend 8:21 - Heir by Sabaa Tahir 8:26 - Libro.fm 8:33 - Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir 9:06 - City of Brass by S.A. Chakraborty 10:00 - Our Current Reads 10:12 - Fellowship Point by Alice Eliott Dark (Roxanna) 15:07 - Lillian Boxfish Takes A Walk by Kathleen Rooney 16:11 - The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro (Kaytee) 21:14 - The Second Ending by Michelle Hoffman (Roxanna) 22:49 - Where'd You Go, Bernadette? By Maria Semple 24:42 - The Return of Ellie Black by Emiko Jean (Kaytee) 24:50 - Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean 27:47 - Cold Blood Liar by Karen Rose 29:25 - Fifteen Dogs by Andre Alexis (Roxanna) 31:02 - Lord of the Flies by William Golding 31:03 - Animal Farm by George Orwell 34:14 - A Short Walk Through A Wide World by Douglas Westerbeke (Kaytee) 34:20 - Commonplace Books 36:09 - The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab 36:49 - Currently Reading Patreon 38:55 - The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo 40:17 - Fall Books That Are Not Spooky 41:24 - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett 42:58 - Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery 43:28 - September by Rosamunde Pilcher 44:10 - Still Life by Louise Penny 44:54 - First Frost by Sarah Addison Allen (Amazon link) 45:08 - Practical Magic by Alice Hoffman 45:38 - Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout 46:06 - Outlander by Diana Gabaldon 46:08 - The Other Boleyn Girl by Phillipa Gregory 46:12 - Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett 46:30 - Drums of Autumn by Diana Gabaldon 47:22 - The Sunday Philosophy Club by Alexander McCall Smith 48:03 - The Song Collector by Natasha Solomons (Amazon link) 48:31 - The Dutch House by Ann Patchett 49:07 - Search by Michelle Huneven 49:45 - House Lessons by Erica Bauermeister 50:19 - The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal 50:33 - Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal 50:40 - Go as a River by Shelley Read 50:56 - Stardust by Neil Gaiman 51:02 - The Princess Bride by William Goldman 51:57 - Shady Hollow by Juneau Black 52:05 - Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett 52:31 - The Guide by Peter Heller 52:41 - The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon 53:20 - Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte 53:36 - The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstein 54:14 - Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier 55:41 - Meet Us At The Fountain 57:15 - Tom Lake by Ann Patchett 57:22 - I wish you would consider re-reading books that bring you joy. (Roxanna) 58:03 - I wish to always have an “in case of emergency” book. (Kaytee) 58:17 - The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst 58:57 - Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree 58:58 - A Psalm for the Wild Built by Becky Chambers 59:00 - Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. October's IPL comes to us from our anchor store, The Novel Neighbor! Love and Chili Peppers with Kaytee and Rebekah - romance lovers get their due with this special episode focused entirely on the best selling genre fiction in the business.  All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the behind-the-scenes insights of an independent bookseller From the Editor's Desk with Kaytee and Bunmi Ishola - a quarterly peek behind the curtain at the publishing industry The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Production and Editing: Megan Phouthavong Evans Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

This is a classic from the 70s that both ghouls love, The Stepford Wives! From wiki: “The Stepford Wives is a 1975 American satirical psychological thriller film directed by Bryan Forbes. It was written by William Goldman, who based his screenplay on Ira Levin's 1972 novel of the same name. The film stars Katharine Ross as a woman who relocates with her husband (Peter Masterson) and children from New York City to the Connecticut community of Stepford, where she comes to find that the women live lives of unwavering subservience to their husbands.”Also discussed: The Entity, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, Ladybugs, Strange Darling, Girl, Interrupted, Ira Levin, William Goldman, Rosemary's Baby, and more! NEXT WEEK: Funny Games (1997)Follow them across the internet:Bloodhaus: https://www.bloodhauspod.com/https://twitter.com/BloodhausPodhttps://www.instagram.com/bloodhauspod/ Drusilla Adeline: https://www.sisterhydedesign.com/https://letterboxd.com/sisterhyde/ Joshua Conkelhttps://www.joshuaconkel.com/https://www.instagram.com/joshua_conkel/https://letterboxd.com/JoshuaConkel/ 

GGACP celebrates the 30th anniversary of the classic comedy-drama "Ed Wood" (released September 28, 1994) with this ENCORE of an interview with the film's screenwriters Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski. In this episode, Scott and Larry talk about the Ed Wood-Bela Lugosi relationship, the exuberance of Milos Forman, the bizarro cinema of Rudy Ray Moore and their Eddie Murphy vehicle, “Dolemite is My Name.” Also, Jim Carrey pranks Danny DeVito, Tim Burton befriends Vincent Price, Ray Walston “replaces” Peter Sellers and Scott and Larry remember the late, great Martin Landau. PLUS: Appreciating Robert Morse! The legacy of William Goldman! Mae West seduces 007! The Marx Brothers meet the Master of Disaster! And the boys pick their favorite big-screen biopics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John watched Absolute Power, the 1997 conspiracy thriller directed by Clint Eastwood from a screenplay by William Goldman and based off of a David Baldacci novel of the same name. In addition to Eastwood, Absolute Power stars Gene Hackman, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Judy Davis, Scott Glenn and Dennis Haysbert. In Absolute Power, Eastwood plays Luther Whitney, a master thief who makes the fateful decision to rob billionaire Walter Sullivan, a close friend and ally of the president of the United States. During the burglary, Whitney sees President Alan Richmond assault Sullivan's wife, Christy, with whom he is having an affair. When she fights back, the president's security detail kills her. Sullivan, who witnesses the altercation, escapes with evidence of the killing. When he becomes prime suspect in an investigation led by local police, Whitney devotes himself to exposing the president's misdeed while evading Sullivan's hired assassin — who believes Whitney is responsible — as well as a secret service agent who wants to silence the only witness. The tagline for Absolute Power was "Corrupts Absolutely."You can find Absolute Power to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime and Apple TV.For the next episode of Unclear and Present Danger, Jamelle and John will watch the 1997 thriller The Devil's Own, directed by Alan J. Pakula and starring Harrison Ford and Brad Pitt. It's available to stream on Netflix or for rent or purchase from Amazon or Apple TV.

SERIES 3 EPISODE 21: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN                            ALL-TIME SERIES EPISODE 500 A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: "Follow the money," said Deep Throat about Watergate. Except he didn't.. My friend, the screenwriter of "All The President's Men," Bill Goldman - HE said it. Because they paid him to. The real "Deep Throat," Deputy FBI Director Mark Felt, never said anything like it. Goldman added he threw it in because it sounded more memorable. And it was. Now everybody remembers it as having happened, when it didn't. Which is kind of the point about what Mark Felt's institutional descendants at the Department of Justice did yesterday about Stooge-Gate: In their indictment of two Russian propagandists THEY never say the Tennessee company through which they funneled money into the American right wing echo chamber is called Tenet Media and THEY never say that Tenet Media was founded by Lauren Chen who also happens to work for Glenn Beck and Blaze-TV and THEY never say that Tenet Media's YouTube channel got ten million dollars from Putin's propaganda arm, R-T, to grow and distribute videos about how America started the Russian war in Ukraine, and how it was all Biden's fault, and vote Trump or die, and how America shouldn't get trapped in forever wars and how terrorists were coming into the country across the southern border. And they didn't say that through Tenet the Russians washed large sums of money to scumbags like Tim Pool, Benny Johnson, Dave Rubin, and others to unwittingly do Putin's work for him. Some of those folks say they're unwitting victims. I actually believe it. Because if there was an Unwitting Fantasy League, Jesse Watters would be my first choice but I'd certainly be satisfied if I could get Pool or Johnson or Rubin. My question is: Russia only had a handful of stooges here? I doubt that. TRUMP GOES SILENT ON ARLINGTON: Possibly after reading polling showing that his standing with veterans, active service members, and their families is vanishing - he's in a virtual dead heat with Vice President Harris among the families. AND THE RATS ARE LEAVING THE SINKING SHIP and boasting about it to Politico. Eighteen paragraphs about Republicans who are preparing a bunch of different songs to whistle past a bunch of different graveyards, but the lyrics are identical: we WANT Trump to lose, it's the GOP's only chance! B-Block (25:22) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Mark Robinson allegedly owed the porn guy money, and then his wife owed the Girl Scouts money! The "Tim Walz Family Hates Tim Walz" campaign falls flat when it turns out the terrible story his brother had to tell was about Tim barfing in the car as a kid. And on Joe Scarborough's show, Mike Barnicle asked the fitting question: how did the Republicans get here, nominating a lunatic Trump for a third time? The answer - in part anyway - IS Joe Scarborough. C-Block (42:37) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: The NFL season opens tonight. Why not look back at the day I had to call in sick as co-host of NBC's "Football Night In America" because I had unknowingly blown out my appendix! Surprise!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana and Tom with Betsy and Trent (hosts, Never Seen It w/ Betsy and Trent) revisit All the President's Men (1976): directed by Alan J. Pakula, written by William Goldman, score by David Shire, starring Robert Redford, Dustin Hoffman, Martin Balsam, Jane Alexander, Jack Warden, and Jason Robards.Plot Summary: All the President's Men is a gripping account of two reporters, Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, who uncover one of the most significant political scandals in American history. Set against the backdrop of a tense and suspicious Washington DC, the film follows their relentless pursuit of the truth behind the Watergate break-in.Through meticulous investigation, careful sourcing, and dogged determination; they expose a cover-up that reaches the highest levels of government, ultimately leading to the resignation of President Richard Nixon. The movie is not just a tale of journalism but a testament to the power of persistence and the importance of a free press in holding power accountable. Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:27 Getting to Know - Betsy and Trent15:36 Cast and Recognition for All the President's Men20:19 Relationship(s) to All the President's Men30:06 What is All the President's Men About?40:55 Does the Movie Have a Positive or Negative Legacy on Journalism?49:42 Plot Summary for All the President's Men50:44 Did You Know?52:47 First Break53:27 Where Can You Find Betsy and Trent?01:00:49 Ask Dana Anything01:09:28 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:22:50 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:32:00 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:42:15 Second Break01:43:07 The Stanley Rubric - Classicness01:53:00 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability02:01:14 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total02:03:59 Remaining Questions of All the President's Men02:12:56 Thank You to Our Guests and Remaining Thoughts02:18:01 CreditsGuests:Betsy and TrentNever Seen It podcast (@neverseenit_pod on Twitter and Letterboxd, @neverseenitpod1 on IG, @neverseenit on TikTok, patreon.com/neverseenitpodPreviously on the 2024 Post Oscars Reaction ShowYou can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast)For the video version of this episode, go to: https://youtu.be/gnAXC_BtsXcFor more on the original episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com//post/40-all-the-president-s-men-1976For more on the episode, go to:

When it comes to classic films that have left an indelible mark on pop culture, few stand out as vividly as The Princess Bride (1987). Directed by Rob Reiner and adapted from William Goldman's novel of the same name, this film is a rare gem that effortlessly blends adventure, romance, and comedy into a story that continues to captivate audiences across generations. In the latest episode of Born to Watch, Whitey and Damo are joined by our great American mates from the Middle Aged Movie Podcast to explore what makes this film such a cherished piece of cinematic history. It's clear that The Princess Bride is much more than just a fairy tale; it's a cinematic masterpiece that remains as relevant and enchanting today as it was over three decades ago.A Genre-Defying StoryThe Princess Bride defies easy categorisation. At its core, it's a love story between the beautiful Buttercup (Robin Wright) and her devoted farmhand, Westley (Cary Elwes). But describing it merely as a love story would be a disservice to its richness of narrative. The film is a tapestry woven with fantasy, adventure, comedy, and satire elements. It masterfully parodies the tropes of traditional fairy tales while embracing them, creating a unique, sincere and self-aware tone. The film's brilliant use of a framing device—a grandfather (Peter Falk) reading a book to his sick grandson (Fred Savage)—immediately sets the stage for a tale that is both nostalgic and timeless. This storytelling method allows the film to break the fourth wall and engage the audience directly, making it feel like we, too, are being told a story by a beloved family member. This technique highlights the film's storytelling theme as a powerful and enduring form of connection, resonating deeply with viewers of all ages.Iconic Characters and PerformancesOne of the most memorable aspects of The Princess Bride is its cast of unforgettable characters, brought to life by an ensemble of actors who deliver some of the most iconic performances in cinematic history. Cary Elwes as Westley perfectly embodies the quintessential hero—charming, witty, and endlessly resourceful. His journey from farm boy to the legendary Dread Pirate Roberts is one of the film's most satisfying arcs, and Elwes' performance balances swashbuckling action with deadpan humour, making Westley both a classic and a modern hero. In her film debut, Robin Wright plays Buttercup with a delicate balance of strength and vulnerability. While her character is often the damsel in distress, Wright's portrayal adds depth to Buttercup, making her more than a passive love interest. She gracefully embodies the film's central love story, making the audience root for her and Westley's reunion.Mandy Patinkin's Inigo Montoya, the vengeful Spaniard seeking to avenge his father's death, delivers one of the most famous lines in film history: “Hello, my name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die.” Patinkin's portrayal infuses the character with a passion and sincerity that make Inigo's quest one of the film's most emotionally resonant subplots.Wallace Shawn as Vizzini, the cunning Sicilian whose overconfidence leads to one of the most entertaining battles of wits ever captured on film, is hilarious and memorable. His repeated exclamations of “Inconceivable!” have become a catchphrase that has outlived the movie.And, of course, André the Giant as Fezzik, the gentle giant with a heart of gold, is another standout. André's natural charisma and physical presence make Fezzik one of the film's most endearing characters, providing comic relief and emotional warmth.A Perfect Blend of Humour and HeartIts seamless blend of humour and heart sets The Princess Bride apart. William Goldman's screenplay is filled with sharp, witty dialogue that keeps the audience laughing, but it never sacrifices the story's emotional core. The humour is often self-referential and playful, poking fun at the conventions of the genre while also delivering genuine moments of tenderness and affection.The film's pacing is another key factor in its enduring appeal. At a brisk 98 minutes, The Princess Bride never overstays its welcome. Each scene serves a purpose, whether advancing the plot, deepening the characters, or delivering a memorable line that will be quoted for years to come. The balance of action, romance, and comedy ensures something for everyone, making it a perfect family film that appeals to both children and adults.Cinematography and Score: Enhancing the FantasyThe visual and auditory elements of The Princess Bride play a significant role in creating its fairy-tale atmosphere. The cinematography by Adrian Biddle captures the beauty and whimsy of the film's various settings, from the rolling hills of Florin to the foreboding Cliffs of Insanity. The use of practical effects and on-location shooting gives the film a timeless quality that CGI-heavy movies often lack.Mark Knopfler's score further enhances the film's enchanting mood. The music is both romantic and adventurous, perfectly complementing the tone of the story. Knopfler's theme for The Princess Bride is instantly recognisable, its gentle melodies evoking the nostalgia and magic that defines the film.A Cultural PhenomenonSince its release, The Princess Bride has grown from a modest box-office success to a full-fledged cultural phenomenon. Its influence can be seen in countless other films, TV shows, and even video games that have drawn inspiration from its blend of romance, adventure, and humour. The film's dialogue has become so ingrained in popular culture that even those who haven't seen it can often recognise its most famous lines.Moreover, The Princess Bride has inspired a fiercely loyal fan base that spans multiple generations. Its appeal lies in its universal themes of love, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil. These themes resonate with audiences of all ages, making it a film that parents are eager to share with their children, ensuring its legacy for years.Conclusion: A Tale for the AgesThe Princess Bride (1987) is more than just a movie; it's an experience that transports viewers into a world where true love conquers all, where heroes are brave and resourceful, and where even the most diabolical villains have a touch of humour. Its perfect blend of romance, adventure, and comedy, combined with unforgettable characters and iconic dialogue, makes it a timeless classic that continues to enchant audiences nearly four decades after its release.At Born to Watch, we believe that in a cinematic landscape often dominated by franchises and reboots, The Princess Bride stands out as a reminder of the power of original storytelling. It's a film that doesn't rely on spectacle or special effects but on the strength of its characters, the wit of its script, and the sincerity of its heart. For these reasons and many more, The Princess Bride remains a beloved favourite, a movie that future generations will cherish.For those who have yet to experience the magic of The Princess Bride, there's no better time than now. And for those who have already fallen under its spell, it's always worth revisiting, if only to remind yourself that true love, as Westley famously declares, “is the greatest thing in the world.”Please follow the Podcast and join our community at https://linktr.ee/borntowatchpodcasthttps://www.borntowatch.com....

 What's up, dudes? It's time for another Christmas-adjacent episode! This time, I've got the Saturday Morning Mafia with me to talk about “The Princess Bride!” Yep, it's Christmas time, and Columbo—erm, Peter Falk—reads his sick grandson a fantasy story. There's fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, true love, miracles... in other words, it doesn't sound too bad.   Westley the farm boy falls in love with Buttercup. When he goes off to seek fortune to marry her, his ship is lost at sea. Years pass, and Buttercup is now betrothed to Prince Humperdinck. Suddenly, she's kidnapped by a giant, a Spaniard fencer, and a criminal mastermind. A mysterious man in black eventually rescues and reclaims her, and reveals himself to be her Wesley.Unfortunately, it's all a plot to start a war, and Buttercup's murder will be the inciting scapegoat. Consequently, Westley is mostly killed, and the Spaniard and giant revive him with help from a disgraced Billy Crystal…I mean, Miracle Max. With their assets combined, they bluff their way into the castle, get revenge on all the baddies, and escape to live happily ever after. Oh, and there's some kissing in it too.Fred Savage? Yep. Andre the Giant? Got him. Masters of the Universe toys and Santas in the background! Inconceivable!! So grab your sword, put on a holocaust cloak, and hop in your wheelbarrow to this episode on “The Princess Bride!”Christmas ClatterFB: @christmasclatterIG: @christmasclatter Twitter: @XmasClatterThe Wonderful World of NothingGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

The first episode of our season on the awesome movie year of 1969 features the highest-grossing film at the box office, George Roy Hill's Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Directed by George Roy Hill from a screenplay by William Goldman and starring Paul Newman, Robert Redford and Katharine Ross, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid is based loosely on the true story of the notorious Wild West outlaws.The contemporary reviews quoted in this episode come from Roger Ebert (https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/butch-cassidy-and-the-sundance-kid-1969), Pauline Kael in The New Yorker, and John Mahoney in The Hollywood Reporter (https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/butch-cassidy-sundance-kid-review-1969-movie-743856/).Visit https://www.awesomemovieyear.com for more info about the show.Make sure to like Awesome Movie Year on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/awesomemovieyear and follow us on Twitter @AwesomemoviepodYou can find Jason online at http://goforjason.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JHarrisComedy/, on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/jasonharriscomedy/ and on Twitter @JHarrisComedyYou can find Josh online at http://joshbellhateseverything.com/, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/joshbellhateseverything/ and on Twitter @signalbleedYou can find our producer David Rosen's Piecing It Together Podcast at https://www.piecingpod.com, on Twitter at @piecingpod and the Popcorn & Puzzle Pieces Facebook Group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/piecingpod.You can also follow us all on Letterboxd to keep up with what we've been watching at goforjason, signalbleed and bydavidrosen.Subscribe on Patreon to support the show and get access to exclusive content from Awesome Movie Year, plus fellow podcasts Piecing It Together and All Rice No Beans, and music by David Rosen: https://www.patreon.com/bydavidrosenAll of the music in the episode is by David Rosen. Find more of his music at https://www.bydavidrosen.comPlease like, share, rate and comment on the show and this episode, and tune in for the next 1969 installment, featuring our pick for a notable debut from a major filmmaker, Michael Ritchie's Downhill Racer.

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Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day for August 3, 2024 is: parry • PAIR-ee • verb Parry has two basic meanings. To parry can be to defend yourself by turning away from or pushing aside a weapon, assault, etc., or to evade something, such as a question, especially by using a clever response. // Players of the game must unfailingly parry blows from multiple varied attackers while progressing through a series of worlds. // She is consistently able to parry even the most difficult questions reporters level at her. See the entry > Examples: “Few things annoy me more than a fight scene that's simply a blow-by-blow account. ‘He threw a right jab, which she parried and countered with a left knee, which he dodged by rolling out of the way.' But to what end? The beauty of literature is it's not a movie. Certainly, one should help readers visualize movements, but good prose can do so much more.” — Rita Chang-Eppig, LitHub.com, 19 May 2023 Did you know? In the The Princess Bride, William Goldman's 1973 comedic novel later made into a popular film of the same name, there is swashbuckling galore, as in the famous showdown between the mysterious man in black and the Spanish swordsman Inigo Montoya: “The man in black was slowly being forced toward a group of large boulders, for Inigo was anxious to see how well he moved when quarters were close, when you could not thrust or parry with total freedom.” To parry is to ward off a weapon or blow; indeed, parrying is as important to fencing as sticking one's opponent with the pointy end. The word parry was borrowed from the French verb parer, meaning “to ward off” or “to avert,” and was first used in English in the late 17th century. It didn't take long for parry to gain a figurative meaning of “to evade or turn aside something,” as when someone disarms a verbal sparring partner with a well-timed rejoinder. Montoya, for instance, parries the criminal Vizzini's doubt that the man in black can catch up to them (“Inconceivable!”) with the sharp response “You keep using that word! … I don't think it means what you think it does.”

In this episode of the Such a Nightmare podcast, hosts Katherine Troyer and Toni Tresca discuss the awesomeness that is Misery. Although we focus primarily on the 1990 film staring Kathy Bates and James Caan, we cannot help but also talk about Stephen King's original novel and Toni shares their experience seeing William Goldman's theatrical stage adaptation. Episode Highlights: We explore the internal/interior nature of King's book (with so much happening in Paul's head) and how well we feel this translates (or not) onto the screen/stage. Toni shares how the production they saw in Colorado Springs in 2023 played with the spaces of and characters in Misery. Katherine shares her sadness at losing her beloved novel-within-a-novel framework in the film. We discuss how these different texts play with important themes of Misery, including addiction and pain. And, as we praise the masterful Kathy Bates, we also look at how these three texts portray and construct the idea of female monstrosity.   A Dose of Scholarship: We referenced Harriet Stilley's article "Operation Hobble: Masculine Fear Versus Female Monstrosity in Misery" from Horror Homeroom.  This podcast episode first aired on July 26, 2024. Jackson O'Brien...a hero amongst editors!  ALL LINKS  Twitter/Instagram: @NightmarePod1; YouTube: Such a Nightmare;  Email: suchanightmare.pod@gmail.com; Website: suchanightmare.com

The caveat here is that, just as William Goldman famously said about Hollywood, nobody knows anything. But Bradley reflects on 18 years of giving it his best shot. Plus, a lightning round on Albany's clampdown on social media, the City Council's bid to end brokers' fees on rentals, and congestion pricing's crash and burn (featuring our resident transportation expert Cory Epstein).This episode was taped at P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street — New York City's only free podcast recording studio.Send us an email with your thoughts on today's episode: info@firewall.media.Subscribe to Bradley's weekly newsletter, follow Bradley on Linkedin + Substack + YouTube, and be sure to pre-order his upcoming book, Vote With Your Phone.

On this episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: bookish mail and more tech to help our reading lives Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we've been reading lately Deep Dive: what makes an unputdownable book and some examples The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives Show notes are time-stamped below for your convenience. Read the transcript of the episode (this link only works on the main site) .  .  .  .  .  1:26 - Our Bookish Moments of the Week 1:48 - All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker 1:50 - The Guncle Abroad by Steven Rowley 3:15 - Sipsworth by Simon Van Booy 6:35 - The Outsiders by S.E Hinton 8:44 - Our Current Reads 8:54 - Draco Malfoy and the Mortifying Ordeal of Being in Love by isthisselfcare (Kaytee) 9:11 - Season 6, Episode 25 w/Knox and Jamie 14:07 - Here Goes Nothing by Steve Toltz (Meredith) 15:16 - Foyles UK 16:08 - The Fraction of the Whole by Steve Toltz 19:05 - Annie Bot by Sierra Greer (Kaytee) 19:18 - Libro.fm 21:57 - Article About AI Friends 25:10 - The Legacy by Yrsa Sigurdardottir (Meredith) 26:32 - I Remember You by Yrsa Sigurdardottir 29:53 - Breathless by Amy McCulloch (Kaytee) 34:10 - Gentleman Jim by Mimi Matthews (Meredith) 35:55 - The Princess Bride by William Goldman 36:25 - The Work of Art by Mimi Matthews 38:49 - The Most Unputdownable Books 42:03 - Mouth to Mouth by Antoine Wilson 42:15 - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt 43:39 - The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins 43:51 - The Rook by Daniel O'Malley 44:17 - A Curse So Dark and Lonely by Brigid Kemmerer 45:35 - Confessions by Kenae Minato 45:48 - Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir 45:50 - Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty 45:56 - The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell 46:17 - Cover Story by Susan Rigetti 47:18 - No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister 47:37 - Kaytee mentions Adenrele Ojo being a Recorded Books copyright narrator but it is actually Simon and Schuster! 48:06 - The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf 48:34 - Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follet 48:51 - The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas 49:27 - Drowning by T.J. Newman 49:28 - Falling by T.J. Newman 49:41 - Bird Box by Josh Malerman 49:44 - Fierce Kingdom by Gin Phillips 49:52 - Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell 50:31 - Shell Seekers by Rosamunde Pilcher 51:49 - Check Please! by Ngozi Ukazu 51:51 - Heartsopper by Alice Oseman 51:58 - March: Book One by John Lewis 53:00 - El Deafo by Cece Bell 54:16 - Meet Us At The Fountain 54:24 - I wish more people would give graphic novels a chance. (Kaytee) 55:35 - Currently Reading Patreon 56:28 - I wish I could collect Precious Moments dolls committing all kinds of murder. (Meredith) Support Us: Become a Bookish Friend | Grab Some Merch Shop Bookshop dot org | Shop Amazon Bookish Friends Receive: The Indie Press List with a curated list of five books hand sold by the indie of the month. May's IPL comes to us from Commonplace Books in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. All Things Murderful with Meredith and Elizabeth - special content for the scary-lovers, brought to you with the special insights of an independent bookseller The Bookish Friends Facebook Group - where you can build community with bookish friends from around the globe as well as our hosts Connect With Us: The Show: Instagram | Website | Email | Threads The Hosts and Regulars: Meredith | Kaytee | Mary | Roxanna Affiliate Disclosure: All affiliate links go to Bookshop unless otherwise noted. Shopping here helps keep the lights on and benefits indie bookstores. Thanks for your support!

Everybody knows that one William Goldman quote: “Nobody knows anything.” But, Rob Long asserts, sometimes, people know something you don't. And that's where the mystery of the industry lies. Because as much shakra and selenite crystal as you can harness, your fate lies in the hands of others, and that can require going to desperate measures to maintain your sanity. Transcript here. Subscribe for more entertainment news to The Ankler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices