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Jaws Island

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Jaws
Climate Change
Gun Violence
Martha's Vineyard
Sustainable Aviation Fuel
NRA
ATF
Aviation
Electric Vehicles
Carbon Emissions
Summer Blockbuster
David Chipman
Trucking
United Airlines
Electric Aircraft
WBUR
Sharks
Waco Siege
Steve Dettelbach
National Tracing Center

Short Run brings you the best long-form audio series from WBUR, Boston's NPR, all in one feed. This season, listen to Jaws Island, a three-part series from WBUR. Reported and hosted by Andrea Shea, the series explores the enduring legacy of the groundbreaking blockbuster movie "Jaws."

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Steven Spielberg faced serious challenges making “Jaws” — from unpredictable weather to mechanical shark troubles — but ultimately created the original summer blockbuster.

The final episode of this three-part series explores the groundbreaking techn... more

See Edgartown through the eyes of the man who chose Martha’s Vineyard for the set of “Jaws” back in 1973. Production designer Joe Alves walks us through the iconic town and explains how it was transformed into Amity.

Along the way, we meet the local... more

Embark on a journey to Martha’s Vineyard, the real-life “Amity Island,” for the 50th anniversary celebration of the blockbuster film “Jaws.”

Through conversations with longtime fans, collectors, and cast members, we discover how Steven Spielberg’s m... more

When Jaws premiered in June 1975 on movie screens nationwide, it wasn’t just a movie release — it was a cultural event. Audiences were captivated by the story of a quaint island town terrorized by a colossal, bloodthirsty shark.

Though originally ma... more

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Andrea Shea
Host and Reporter, known for arts and culture reporting.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 360 ratings
  • Good content but delivery style is unbearable.

    This is an interesting podcast about an important podcast but the narrator’s style of talking is almost unbearable to listen to. Breathless and with every sentence delivered like it’s a punchline. It’s like listening to a movie trailer. Just talk normally!

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    Nutmeg user.
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Loved It

    While the topic is maddening and frustrating, I thoroughly enjoyed this series. It’s very well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kozmo 702
    United Statesa year ago
  • Unfortunate

    As an ethnic minority and liberal gun owner, I’ve known since the beginning of my “gun journey” that the 2nd Amendment was not originally meant for non-whites. That doesn’t mean that “gun rights” can’t be for EVERYBODY today. I’m really trying to get through these episodes, but the unnecessarily dramatic voice acting is really off putting. This series could have been a good primer for those less savvy about the history of firearms and firearms regulation in America, but it seems the reporters an... more

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    2
    Top song!
    United States2 years ago
  • We Are The Gun Problem

    This is such an important public health issue. Guns are now the NUMBER ONE cause of death in US children. Yet our laws are getting more and more lax and MAGA extremist judges have ripped the Constitution into pieces to eliminate all gun safety laws. This podcast explains what our own government does to prop up this insane arsenal of guns. We need to learn what we can do—must do—to fight back.

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    DrDK2
    United States2 years ago
  • Intense, hard to listen to...but so important

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There is a clear mandate for federal licensed firearms dealers to undertake responsible practices and protocols.
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Q: How can they actually help people who've been harmed with a gun?
The federal government can ensure access to mental health providers and help navigate financial challenges faced by families impacted by gun violence.
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Q: Why is the issue of charging stations not always functioning a problem?
Inconsistent communication standards between cars and chargers, as well as lack of proper maintenance of free charging stations, contribute to the reliability issues.
Reverse Course: Detroit debuts 'road of the future' with wireless EV charging
Q: What is the state of EV charging in the United States right now?
The US is behind other regions like China and Europe in terms of the number of public chargers and overall EV sales, but growth is still positive with a projected 20-30% increase in EV sales this year.

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What is Jaws Island about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the lasting impact of the influential film 'Jaws,' the series captures the cultural phenomena that the movie sparked, particularly in Martha's Vineyard, where it was filmed. Through personal anecdotes from fans and locals involved in the production, each episode reflects on the film's transformative legacy on the island's identity and tourism, the emotional connections formed by its audience, and its pioneering role in establishing summer blockbusters in Hollywood. The narrative blends history with nostalgia, featuring insightful interviews that highlight the intersections between art, community, and memory related to this cinematic landmark.

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Recent guests on Jaws Island include:

1. Beau Van Riper
2. Jeff Voorhees
3. Monica Brady Myeroff
4. Wayne Iacono
5. Stan Grossfeld
6. Cheryl Cosmo
7. Justine Johnson
8. Ryan Fisher

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