250 - Ranking the Franchises: Scream, Halloween, Friday, Nightmare; Slashers: 80s v. 90s; & Taylor Swift’s Iconic Month (250th Special)
Release Date: 09/19/2025
268 – Scream 7 Scoop & Trailer Analysis (Feat. Jude Jarjoura & ScoobyScream)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode, Ryan is joined first by Jude Jarjoura, who has provided insights about Scream 7 for the last seven months that would later be confirmed by the trailer. Then, Ryan hosts Jake from TikTok, aka “ScoobyScream,” to analyze the trailer, the production, and the returns of Sidney and Gale. Trailer Thoughts Scream 7 Scoop Predicting Gale Weathers in Scream 7 Sidney, Tatum, & Gale I Know What You Did Last Summer Sequel? Follow us @ScreamWithRCS on Instagram, X, and Facebook. Subscribe at
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267 – How Neve Campbell Became the Leader of the SCREAM Franchise (‘Father Figure’)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode inspired by Taylor Swift’s new song “Father Figure,” Ryan lays out how Neve Campbell became the leader of the SCREAM franchise. Ryan describes Neve’s contributions to the series, and step-by-step the recent history of SCREAM: How Wes Craven was the leader of the first 20 years of the series; how only Neve could have filled his shoes; how the Radio Silence era lacked a true leader; how the studio and creatives would not allow Neve to fill this role on Scream (2022); and how Neve inherited this role by taking the risk and standing alone to save the franchise in Scream 7...
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266 - Scream 7 Trailer Talk & Analysis of the Scream Audio Commentaries with Wes Craven (Feat. Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode, Ryan is joined by Justin from 'Foolish Mortals and Happy Haunts.' The main topic involves Ryan and Justin diving deep into the audio commentaries performed by Wes Craven for "Scream," "Scream 2," "Scream 3," and "Scream 4." They analyze how Wes Craven approached discussion of these iconic films, fun facts, and how the audio commentaries impact understanding of the franchise. In addition, Ryan and Justin review the the newly released "Scream 7" trailer and Lady Gaga's latest album "Mayhem." Follow Justin and his Haunted Mansion pages @foolishmortalsandhappyhaunts. Follow...
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265 - The Underrated Sequels: Scream 3 and Scream 4 (Scream 7 Trailer Reaction & The Fate of Ophelia)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode, Ryan is joined by Lucas and Ashley to outline the legacies of Scream 3 and Scream 4 as the underrated sequels of the franchise. In particular, Ryan highlights how Scream 3 and Scream 4 were viewed and maligned early on into their journeys, but how over time, audiences have come to reevaluate each film for the merits that were misunderstood at the time of release. Ryan demonstrates how big social and culture shifts in pop culture have shaped a more favorable landscape for the two sequels, but that Scream 3 and Scream 4 have the lasting quality to deserve their newfound...
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264 - Buffy Season 6 & 'Once More with Feeling' (Audio Commentary)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this special release, Ryan publishes the first ever Buffy season review and audio commentary of an episode for Patreon subscribers. First, Ryan is joined by Sam, Kevin, and Quentin to review the sixth season, Ryan’s favorite of the series. Then, Ryan performs an audio commentary of the musical episode “Once More with Feeling” (season 6, episode 7). Listen to the full audio commentary by subscribing at We talk everything Sarah Michelle Gellar, the dark themes, and the dramatic effect of the season. Season Six Review Part I Season Six Review Part 2 “Once More with Feeling”...
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263 - Scream 7 Trailer: What Did the Fans Think?
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
This week's second episode features members of the SCREAM w/ RCS Patreon weighing in on the Scream 7 trailer. Hear from more than a dozen Scream fans the great, the good, and the mixed about Kevin Williamson's first directed Scream film and the return of Sidney Prescott to the center of the narrative in the Scream 7 trailer. To Spoil or Not to Spoil.... The Mother-Daughter Angle Neve Campbell's Triumph Gale and the Twins Isabel May as Tatum Ghostface, burning down the Macher House, & Pine Grove Follow us @ScreamwithRCS on Instagram, X, and Facebook. Subscribe at...
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262 - The 'Scream 7' (2026) Trailer
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
At long last, the trailer for Kevin William's "Scream 7" (2026) has been released. Ryan is joined by Anthony, Jess, and Amar to discuss the mother-daughter focused storyline of the trailer, the preview of Neve Campbell's acting performance, Kevin Williamson's writing credit, and more! In particular, the group muses on whether the online backlash has helped fuel the trailer to exceed expectations and result in roaring success on Youtube and TikTok. Overall Thoughts Did the trailer show too much? Sidney-Tatum Gale, Chad, and Mindy Favorite Moments from the Trailer The Hype &...
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261 - "Halloween" 1978 (Ryan's Audio Commentary)
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode released October 31, 2025, Ryan C. Showers watches and performs an audio commentary for John Carpenter's classic film, “Halloween" (1978). Watch the film as you follow along, or listen like a regular podcast recording. Listen to the full commentary on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
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260 - Jamie Lee Curtis Tribute & 'Horror in Haddonfield'
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
For this Halloween Week Special, Ryan is joined by a panel of Patreons to honor the original Scream Queen herself, Jamie Lee Curtis, and celebrate her career accomplishments, Laurie Strode, and Halloween. In addition, Ryan interviews Andrew Grevas, author of "Horror in Haddonfield: Halloween's Untold Stories," a book that features a quote from Ryan about "Halloween H20." Follow us @ScreamwithRCS on Instagram, Facebook, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
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259 - Ranking the Ghostface Characters
SCREAM with Ryan C. Showers
In this episode, Ryan and Amar rank the 12 Ghostface killers based on a holistic criteria of motive, writing, the actor's performance, before the reveal and in the finale. Then, Ryan hosts a group of Patreons to play Smash, Slash, or Dash: Ghostface edition. Follow @ScreamwithRCS on X, Instagram, and Facebook. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs
info_outlineMilestone 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
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