SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers

"SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers" is podcast show that explores the Scream film franchise in deep, focused analysis. It is the goal of this show to unite the engaging, film critic analysis with a fan's passion and love for the mythology of Scream. This podcast aims to give equal airtime to Scream (1996), Scream 2, Scream 3, Scream 4, Scream (2022), Scream 6, and the upcoming Scream 7, as well as Scream-adjacent topics. Episode coverage will include character development, storylines, themes, symbolism, filmmaking techniques and craftsmanship, the horror genre, cinematic legacies, comparative discussions, and cultural impacts. In addition, "SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers" will provide coverage and discourse of news about upcoming installments in the movie series.

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S6 · E355
Wednesday · 1 hr 25 min
355 - Lillard's Regrets (Exclusive), Cox Directing SCREAM, & Expanding the Sidney Era
Ryan is joined by Anthony Dapuzzo to cover the biggest headlines circling the SCREAM world at the moment. They discuss Matthew Lillard's recent comments about Melissa Barrera and his role in SCREAM 7, as well as Courteney Cox's interest in potentially directing a future SCREAM film. (Ryan has not shared his thoughts on this topic elsewhere #exclusive.) Then, Ryan and Anthony probe ways in which the Sidney 2.0 Era can be expanded with SCREAM 8 and SCREAM 9, and how to fashion an emotional and meaningful character and story arc for these upcoming films. They also share mini reviews of "Resident Evil" and "Practical Magic 2." Additionally, Ryan muses about the different groups of voices that make up the online discourse, using SCREM 7 and Taylor Swift's The Life of a Showgirl as examples. To close out the episode, Ashley joins for the Taylor Swift Song of the Week, "Fifteen" (Fearless) and how it relates to Tatum Evans. Groups in the Online Discourse Matthew Lillard's Regrets Courteney Cox Directing? Expanding the Sidney Era Practical Magic 2 & Resident Evil Fifteen Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E354
Sunday · 56 min
354 - Joe Vallese Interview & Scream Spec Scripts Retrospective (Special Edition)
In this special edition episode, Ryan interviews Joe Vallese. As a legend of the podcast, Joe is a college professor, writer/editor of "It Came From the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror", and host of "Introverted But Willing To Discuss Tori Amos." But in SCREAM circles, he is best known for writing three scripts for the podcast that Ryan performed aloud on the show: SCREAM 7 (ep. 112), SCREAMS (ep. 155), and THE FINAL SCREAM (ep. 275). Ryan performs the 30 Years of SCREAM interview for Joey, but in addition, Ryan and Joey reflect on their trilogy of scripts now that time has passed. Joey's Role at SWRCS & His 2.0 Story Special Script Speed Round Questions 30 Years of SCREAM Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E353
September 18 · 13 min
353 - Scream Fans Remember Hayden Panettiere (Public Preview)
In this Patreon bonus exclusive episode, Ryan invites the Patreon community to share memories and thoughts in honor of Hayden Panettiere after her tragic passing last month. Panettiere left an enormous impact on the series as Kirby Reed in Scream 4 and Scream Vi. Listen to the full episode at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs.
S6 · E352
September 14 · 1 hr 34 min
352 - Ranking the SCREAM Opening Scenes
The opening scenes of the SCREAM films are a sacred commodity. In fact, Drew Barrymore's stunning opening in the original film is perhaps the single most iconic aspect of the franchise. Today, Ryan is joined by Amar Karim to rank the seven openings of the SCREAM series. Ryan and Amar reveal their rankings, then analyze each film's introduction on the merits. Then, Roy "Hoodie" Garza, from the Hoodie Talks Podcast, joins Ryan as the 30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions Interview. Rankings from Best to Worst Scream (1996) Scream 2 Scream 3 Scream 4 Scream (2022) Scream VI Scream 7 30 Years of SCREAM Interview: Roy "Hoodie" Garza Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E351
September 7 · 2 hr 10 min
351 - State of SCREAM: Will Critics Be Fair to SCREAM 8 & Wrong Lessons from Scream 7 ('Petal' Review)
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 Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E350
September 2 · 2 hr 1 min
350th Episode Special - Ranking & Grading Every Scene in SCREAM 7
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) Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E349
August 26 · 1 hr 38 min
349 - The Evolution of the 'Final Girl'
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?" Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E348
August 23 · 1 hr 54 min
348 - Top 7 Moments from SCREAM 7 & The Moments Sidney Knew
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) Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E347
August 17 · 25 min
347 - Hayden Panettiere Passes at Age 36 (Emergency Ep)
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.
S6 · E346
August 12 · 1 hr 32 min
346 - How SCREAM Explores Meta (Feat. Hot Takes Film Club)
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) Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E345
August 9 · 1 hr 47 min
345 - Scream 8's Focus & Filming, Neve/Kevin Instagram False Reports, Neve's HBO Show, Elm Street Reboot, & 'Final Girl Support Group'
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) Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Sign up at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to get your own interview on the podcast in honor of the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996).
S6 · E344
August 5 · 55 min
344 - Scream 7 (Ryan's Audio Commentary) - PUBLIC PREVIEW
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. Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X.
S6 · E343
August 2 · 1 hr 32 min
343 - Season Six Premiere: 30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions Interview & 'Scream 2.0' Story
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 Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X.
July 29 · 7 min
'30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions' Interviews Coming Soon!
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. Subscribe here: Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
July 19 · 3 hr 35 min
Special Edition Re-Release: THE FINAL SCREAM Script by Joe Vallese
"The Final Scream" is the 275th episode of this podcast first released December 19, 2025. Please enjoy this re-release of a spec script by Joey Vallese, performed by Ryan, envisioning an alternative version of Sidney's life if she had been married to Mark Kincaid and a story focused on her young children. If you weren't able to listen in December, here is your second chance while the podcast is on hiatus between season five and six. Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X.
S5 · E342
July 7 · 1 hr 52 min
342 - Reflecting on the Scream 7 Era & Closure for Sidney, Tatum, and Gale (SEASON 5 FINALE)
In the season five finale of the podcast, Ryan brings together a reflection of the SCREAM 7 era as well as a discussion about the closure of Sidney, Tatum, and Gale in the film. First, Ryan is joined by Anthony and Jess to look back at the buildup to SCREAM 7 over the last year and 100 episodes in the before-during-after of the SCREAM 7 release. They discuss the legacy SCREAM 7 is leaving behind, and the divisive (and frustrating) nature of the discourse around Jessica, the movie and finale. Then, Ryan is joined by Josh, Justine and producer Ashely to follow up on their episode from last year, "Closure for Sidney and Gale in Each SCREAM Film" (ep. 233) released July 2025. The group analyzes the closure at which Sidney, Gale, and Tatum arrive in the epilogue of SCREAM 7. This framework ties into Taylor Swift's song "closure" from evermore. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs to join the Patreon and ensure your "30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions" Interview in Season 6. Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
S5 · E341
July 1 · 53 min
341 - How Do Fans Rank The Modern Era of SCREAM Films?
Building a consensus in general can be tough. Among the hundreds of people associated with SWRCS, the verdict could not be clearer. Most fans rank the new era of films produced by Spylgass and Paramount as the following: Scream 7 > Scream (2022) > Scream VI. In this episode, Ryan is joined by Joey Vallese (writer of "The Final Scream" and the other podcast spec scripts), Amar, and Christian to discuss the ranking. Then, in the second half of the episode, the Patreon group joins Ryan with their rankings of the Spyglass era SCREAM films. THIS IS A PUBLIC PREVIEW - the full episode is available to subscribers only. The Clear Majority Ranking Joey's Take on Scream 7 & This Era The Patreon Weights In Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Get your "30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions" Interview on the show and listen to the full episdoe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
S5 · E340
June 28 · 1 hr 35 min
340 - Scream 7 Perspectives & Taylor Swift's "I Knew It, I Knew You"
In this episode, Ryan is joined by two guests (Sarah and Alex) with different perspectives on SCREAM to review SCREAM 7: one who has defended Scream 5 ad 6 era, and another who is primarily a Wes Craven fan. The results may surprise you! In addition, Ryan opens the episode with a discussion of how it felt to get Sidney and SCREAM back with SCREAM 7 using the lens of "I Knew It, I Knew You," Taylor Swift's original song recently featured in "Toy Story 5". Toy Story 5 & "I Knew It, I Knew You" How It Felt Getting Sidney & SCREAM Back Scream 7 POV from a Wes Craven or Bust Fan Scream 7 POV from a Pro-Radio Silence Fan Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Get your "30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions" Interview on the show and Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
S5 · E339
June 24 · 1 hr 17 min
339 - The Theme of Family in SCREAM 7 & ScoobyScream's Review of Scream 7
In this episode, Ryan explores the theme of family in SCREAM 7 with Kelly. They discuss Sidney's family unit with Tatum and Mark, as well as Mindy and Chad's sibling dynamic and Jessica's view of her family. Then, Ryan welcomes back Jake from TikTok, aka ScoobyScream, for a triumphant review of SCREAM 7 after years of hype and anticipation. Family in Scream 7 Sidney, Mark & Tatum Chad & Mindy ScoobyScream's Take on Scream 7 Thumbs Up on Jessica and the Motive Sidney and Gale's Legend Status New Ranking Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
S5 · E338
June 21 · 1 hr 29 min
338 - Unboxing Scream 4 & 7 Releases, SCREAM Talk, and Parasocial Analysis of Ariana's 'Hate That I Made You Love Me'
In this episode, Ryan unboxes all of the physical media from SCREAM 4 and SCREAM 7 that were released in the last three weeks. Then, Ryan is joined by Brian Balcarcel (host of "Gay for the Record") to review SCREAM 7 and highlight strengths of SCREAM 4. Then, the duo analyze Ariana Grande's new song "Hate That I Made You Love Me" through a parasocial lens and connect it to SCREAM 7, as well as discussion of Ariana's "positions" album. Ryan Unboxing SCREAM 4 and Scream 7 Scream 7 Review and Scream 4 Talk Ariana Grande: "Hate That I Made You Love Me" and Positions Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, Facebook, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs

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