SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

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256 - Best Scream Cast Ensembles of the Sequels & 'The Life of a Showgirl' Instant Reaction Oct 10, 2025

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In today's show, Ryan invites long-time Patreons Alley and Hoodie (the "Hoodie Talks" podcast) to determine which SCREAM sequel had the best cast ensemble overall, the best female cast, best male cast, and the best central cast. Then, Ryan and Ashley perform an instant reaction to Taylor Swift's new album "The Life of a Showgirl" recorded last Friday.

Was the fandom always like this?
Overall Cast Ensemble
Central Cast Ensemble
Female Cast Ensemble
Male Cast Ensemble
The Life of a Showgirl
Father Figure

255 - What If... Sidney Dated Hallie Instead of Derek in Scream 2? Oct 07, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, podcast producer TJ Jones hosts "What If...." Part Two, following up "What If Tatum was the Opening Kill in Scream 1" from Episode 226. Through a series of interactive decisions, TJ and Ryan ponder and shape how differently Scream 2 would look if Sidney was dating Hallie rather than Derek. As the episode concludes, TJ teases the next "What If" storyline in the series of episodes coming this winter for Scream 3.

What is "What If..."
What If...Sidney Dated Hallie instead of Derek?
What If...Cici was Sidney's Sober Sister?
What If....I Will Survive?
What If...the Finale Was Different?
Hallo-Scream with Producer Jones

254 - Scream 7 Logo & What Do We Want From Sidney in Scream 7? (Neve Campbell Birthday) Oct 03, 2025

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In celebration of Neve Campbell's birthday, join Ryan and the SWRCS community to discuss what we want to see from Sidney Prescott's character in SCREAM 7. In addition, Ryan discusses the new, official logo for Scream 7, features Cable from the "Sequels Suck" podcast, and dedicates this show to Stephen from Craven Something Scary.

SCREAM 7 Official Logo
The Passing of Steven from Craven Something Scary
Sequels Suck
What Do We Want from Sidney in Scream 7?

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253 - 'The Soul of Wes Craven' & Scream 7 Predictions for Gale/Chad/Mindy Sep 30, 2025

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In this episode, Ryan speaks with Joseph Maddrey, the author of "The Soul of Wes Craven," about the legacy left behind from the beloved SCREAM franchise director. Then, Ryan and Josh Calamari discuss Chad and Mindy working for Gale Weathers in Scream 7 and the potential for their new trio within the SCREAM world. Rounding out the show, Ryan and Ashley make predictions for Taylor Swift's new album releasing Friday, "The Life of a Showgirl."

'The Soul of Wes Craven'
Nightmare and Scream
Gale and Mindy
NYC Trio Speech Round
The Life of a Showgirl Predictions

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252 - Scream Q&A, Ashley Cullins, & "The Conjuring: Last Rites" Review (Autumn Spectacular!) Sep 26, 2025

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Welcome to the Autumn Spectacular episode! First, Ryan interviews Ashley Cullins, author of the recently released book "Your Favorite Scary Movie" covering the history of the SCREAM franchise. Then, Ryan is joined by Amar to "remake" an episode from five years ago, discussing the spooky season of Autumn and answering questions sent in by fans for SCREAM 7. In addition, they discuss the importance of recognizing the reevaluation of Scream 3 and Scream 4 in recent years. Then, Ryan, Amar, and Anthony review "The Conjuring: Last Rites" and analyze its smash hit box office results.

Ashley Cullins
Remaking the First Day of Autumn
Appreciating the Scream 3 and 4 Reappraisal
Scream Q&A
"The Conjuring: Last Rites" Review
Taylor Swift & Autumn

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251 - Mental Health in SCREAM (Sidney, Sam, Tara) & the Legacy Characters After Scream 7 Sep 23, 2025

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Ryan invites Jess and Phil to analyze the depiction of mental health representation of the SCREAM franchise's heroines -- Sidney, Sam, and Tara -- and the differences between the approach of Wes Craven vs. Radio Silence. Then, Ryan chats with Nuala, a long-time Patreon who discuss the future of the lgeacy characters after Scream 7.

Breaking News! w/ Ryan and Ashley
Phil's Speed Round
Sidney's Mental Health
Sam Carpenter's Mental Illness Accuracy?
Tara Carpenter's Odd Choices in Scream VI
"The Last Time"
Nuala's Scream Story
What's Next for the Legacy After Scream 7

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250 - Ranking the Franchises: Scream, Halloween, Friday, Nightmare; Slashers: 80s v. 90s; & Taylor Swift's Iconic Month (250th Special) Sep 19, 2025

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Milestone alert! In this episode, Ryan celebrates the 250th episode of SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers. Ryan extends thanks to everyone who has listened, supported, followed the podcast and those who have subscribed to the Patreon over the last 250 shows. To celebrate, Ryan invites producer TJ Jones and Josh Carr to discuss everything slashers! Ryan, Josh, and TJ discuss the differences between 1980s vs. 1990s slashers, review their favorite and least favorite entries in each of the four big slasher franchises, and agree on a ranking of Scream, Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and Friday the 13th. Then, Ashley joins Ryan to discuss Taylor Swift's epic month: her appearance on the New Heights podcast, the announcement of her new album "The Life of a Showgirl," and her engagement to Travis Kelce.

Introduction
Ryan & the Bros
80s vs. 90s Slashers
Ranking the Franchises
Favorite & Least Favorite Entries
Taylor's Epic Month
The Life of a Showgirl
Engagement

249 - Scream 7 Predictions: Which Survivor Dies? (Sidney, Gale, Chad, Mindy) Sep 16, 2025

Show notes

Ryan is joined by the Patreon community for an epic debate about which returning cast member (if any) will meet their end at the hands of Ghostface in Scream 7: Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers, Chad Meeks, or Mindy Meeks. This topic is especially prevalent considering Scream VI has been harshly criticized for its seven survivors and all six returning cast members surviving after they each endured near-death violence.

The Case for No One
"Untouchable"
The Case of Sidney Prescott
The Case for Mindy Meeks
The Case for Gale Weathers
The Case for Chad Meeks

Taylor Swift Song of the Day: "Untouchable" (Fearless)

248 - A Nightmare on Elm Street (Ryan's Audio Commentary) Sep 12, 2025

Show notes

In this episode, Ryan C. Showers watches and performs an audio commentary for Wes Craven's "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984). Watch the film as you follow along, or listen like a regular podcast recording.

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247 - Scream 7 Tea: New Facts & Insights from Neve & Kevin Sep 09, 2025

Show notes

Today's episode of SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers covers recent SCREAM news from announcements, speculation, and from "Your Favorite Scary Movie," a book by Ashley Cullins, including:

· Kevin Williamson stating his favorite sequel is Scream VI

· Neve Campbell saying she hasn't seen Scream VI, that Sam's darkness "didn't feel like Scream," and that she told Radio Silence they were "losing her" while filming the Scream 5 finale

· Neve's resolution with Spyglass negotiating Scream 7

· Courteney Cox's favorite Gale Weathers line of dialogue in the new films

· Radio Silence's "ham sandwich" excuse to complaints of plot holes

· Rumors/timelines for the trailer

· Cat in the Hat's release date change.

· Marco Beltrami's posts about finishing the music for Scream 7

Ryan also shares stories from his recent travel to Europe and previews Taylor Swift's big month of August, between her new album release and her engagement to Travis Kelce

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