SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

Latest Episodes:

351 - State of SCREAM: Will Critics Be Fair to SCREAM 8 & Wrong Lessons from Scream 7 ('Petal' Review) Sep 07, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan is joined by Anthony and Jess to discuss the state of the Scream franchise. The trio look forward to Scream 8: will the critics be fair to the movie, or is the era of the critics being fair to the series and seeing SCREAM as "trendy" is over for now?

In addition, Ryan, Anthony, and Jess evaluate the alleged "lessons" from SCREAM 7 that anti-fans believe need to be improved upon in the next film. The trio present arguments as to why many of these suggestions are the incorrect lessons to learn from the last year.

Then, Ryan interviews John Cardy for the 30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions segment of the week. To end the episode, Ryan is joined by Brian to review Ariana Grande's new album "petal."

Remembering Hayden & Preface Statements
Will Critics Be Fair to SCREAM 8?
Wrong Lessons from SCREAM 7
30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions: John Cardy
REVIEW: "Petal" by Ariana Grande

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350th Episode Special - Ranking & Grading Every Scene in SCREAM 7 Sep 02, 2026

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In the milestone 350th episode, Ryan ranks and grades every scene from SCREAM 7 from weakest to best. In season six, Ryan plans to cover all of the SCREAM films and more, ranking all the scenes within that film, one per month. Then, Ryan is joined by special guest Cory Wilson for the 30 Years of SCREAM Interview this week. To finish up, Ashley joins Ryan for a fun Taylor Swift Song song to celebrate the 350th occasion, "22" from Red.

All 31 Scenes in SCREAM 7
Ranking & Grading the SCREAM 7 Scenes
Remembering Hayden
30 Years of Scream Interview: Cory Wilson
Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "22" (Red)

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349 - The Evolution of the 'Final Girl' Aug 26, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan and Isaías Rapan go through the history of the "final girl." Ryan and Isaías discuss Carol J. Clover's writing about the term, describe the different interpretations of the concept, and investigate the qualities that make a character a "final girl." They catalog specific examples that show the evolution of this character mold from the 1970s to 2026. Ryan and Isaías each name an underrated final girl, as well as thoroughly examining the final girl through the characters of SCREAM. Then, Ashely joins Ryan to discuss the Taylor Swift song of the week, "Who's Afraid of Little Old Me" from the Tortured Poets Department.

Who Counts as a Final Girl?
Characteristics of a Final Girl
The Evolution of Final Girls from 1970s through 2026
Underrated Final Girls & The Future
"Who's Afraid of Little Old Me?"

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348 - Top 7 Moments from SCREAM 7 & The Moments Sidney Knew Aug 23, 2026

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In this week's episode, Ryan welcomes Dustin Putman (Author of "The Fright File" and Writer from "The Film File") to countdown the Top 7 Moments from SCREAM 7, as well as ranking the moments of realization Sidney has each time Ghostface returns across the franchise. Then, Ryan and Ashley use "The Moment I Knew" as the Taylor Swift Song of the Week, in honor of Ryan's birthday last week on August 18.

Dustin's Dismantling the Criticism Against SCREAM 7
Honorable Mentions
Top 7 Moments of SCREAM 7
Ranking the Moments Sidney Knew
Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "The Moment I Knew" (Red)

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347 - Hayden Panettiere Passes at Age 36 (Emergency Ep) Aug 17, 2026

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In this emergency episode, Ryan covers the tragic news of Hayden Panettiere's Passing at the age of 36. Ryan recaps the facts and pays tribute to Hayden's legacy as Kirby Reed in Scream 4 and Scream VI.

346 - How SCREAM Explores Meta (Feat. Hot Takes Film Club) Aug 12, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan is joined by Ben from the Hot Takes Film Club to discuss how the concept of meta is employed in the SCREAM franchise. Ben provides a tutorial of the different eras of "meta," then Ryan and he apply meta to each of the SCREAM films, as well as looking ahead to how Meta could be used in the future. Then, Ashley joins Ryan to cover a sophisticated meta song of the week in "Dear Reader" from Taylor Swift's album, Midnights.

Explaining the Eras of Meta
How SCREAM Explores Meta
The Future of SCREAM & Meta
"Dear Reader" (Midnights)

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345 - Scream 8's Focus & Filming, Neve/Kevin Instagram False Reports, Neve's HBO Show, Elm Street Reboot, & 'Final Girl Support Group' Aug 09, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan and Anthony cover the big news items connected to the world of SCREAM from this summer. They discuss the viral online gossip and false information spread about Neve Campbell and Kevin Williamson on Instagram, and her involvement in SCREAM 8.

Additionally, Ryan and Anthony muse about Jasmin Savoy's Broadway debut in "Hadestown" this fall, and how that likely means SCREAM 8 will not film until early 2027. With some space before production gets underway, Ryan provides the result of polls conducted about which character fans most want Scream 8 to focus on: Sidney, Gale, or Tatum. The decisive results provide a clear path forward.

Ryan and Anthony also exchange views on Neve Campbell reuniting with the Party of Five creators on the HBO drama "The Shore," the plans for Paramount and Warner Brothers to develop a new "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film after years of anticipation, and Christopher Landon's adaptation of "The Final Girl Support Group" novel and Scream Queen casting speculation.

Then, Ryan performs this week's '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions' Interview with longtime Patreon, Sarah, followed by the first Taylor Swift Song of the Week in season six, "I Bet You Think About Me," a vault track from "Red (Taylor's Version)."

Scream 8: No News
Who Should Be the Main Character?
Neve/Kevin Instagram False Information
Neve, HBO, and The Shore
"The Final Girl Support Group"
A Nightmare on Elm Street
30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions Interview: Sarah Cassar
Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "I Bet You Think About Me" (Red)

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344 - Scream 7 (Ryan's Audio Commentary) - PUBLIC PREVIEW Aug 05, 2026

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In this episode, Ryan watches in real time and performs an audio commentary of Kevin Williamson's "SCREAM 7" (2026). Ryan analyzes every detail of the filmmaking, story, and character work of the most underrated SCREAM film in this episode. Listen along like a normal episode or sync this podcast with the film to get the full experience. Join Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to enjoy the complete audio commentary.

343 - Season Six Premiere: 30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions Interview & 'Scream 2.0' Story Aug 02, 2026

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Happy Season Six! In this premiere episode, Ryan celebrates the sixth season of SWRCS with the introduction of the '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions' interview. Amar Karim joins as the inaugural guest for the interview questions. Ryan and Amar share their "Scream 2.0 Story," commit to a new franchise ranking, and answer three dozen questions about SCREAM. In addition, Ryan and Amar homage Wes Craven on his birthday, August 2nd. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast like Ryan and Amar, in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).

Wes Craven Birthday Wishes & Change
Scream 2.0 Story
30 Speed Round Questions

'30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions' Interviews Coming Soon! Jul 29, 2026

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Season 6 of the 'SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers' podcast will premiere on August 2, 2026 (Wes Craven's birthday). This season will also feature a new segment on the show: '30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions.'

As the franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary in December, Ryan will provide an interview of four in-depth questions and then 30 speed round questions, for approximately 30 minutes to Patreon members on the podcast. This is designed to be an all-encompassing Q&A to expose every kind of SCREAM opinion a person can have.

The podcast will begin scheduling interviews with Patreon subscribers on August 1. Every week will feature a new interview.

Join the Patreon at any tier 2 and above, or annually to become eligible for the 30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions interview.

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