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I'm Having an Episode

The Hollywood Reporter
Sherry Cola
Taylor Tomlinson
Netflix
HBO
Stephen King
The Copenhagen Test
Peacock
Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Comedy
I Love LA
Welcome To Derry
Reality TV
Tom Cruise
Heated Rivalry
Charli XCX
Asian Representation
Mental Health
Survivor
Nobody Wants This
Lacey Rose

Each week, The Hollywood Reporter’s Mikey O’Connell attempts to stay on top of the latest in TV and entertainment (and stay sane) with a little help from his colleagues, friends and a revolving door of actors, comics, writers, showrunners and filmmakers.

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Drew Goddard
Oscar-nominated screenwriter and director of Project Hail Mary
Project Hail Mary, The Martian
Episode: Project Hail Mary's Drew Goddard + Why The Comeback Is Back (Again)
Chris Gardner
THR senior writer who profiled Lisa Kudrow for the cover interview
The Hollywood Reporter
Episode: Project Hail Mary's Drew Goddard + Why The Comeback Is Back (Again)
Michael Urie
Multiple Emmy-nominated and Critics Choice-winning actor
Shrinking, Apple TV+
Episode: Michael Urie + The Oscar Ballot Cheat Sheet
Daniel Fienberg
THR chief TV critic joining to grade Peacock and discuss TV landscape
The Hollywood Reporter
Episode: 'Scream' Filmmaker Kevin Williamson + The Peacock Report Card
Kevin Williamson
Writer and director, created Scream; interviewed about returning to the franchise
Scream franchise / Screenwriter-Director
Episode: 'Scream' Filmmaker Kevin Williamson + The Peacock Report Card
Connor Hines
Creator, writer, and showrunner of 'Love Story.'
FX
Episode: 'Love Story' Creator on Our Kennedy Obsession + Scream 7 Expectations
Ashley Cullins
Author of 'Your Favorite Scary Movie'
The Ankler
Episode: 'Love Story' Creator on Our Kennedy Obsession + Scream 7 Expectations
Taylor Tomlinson
Stand-up comedian and host of her Netflix special, Prodigal Daughter.
Netflix
Episode: Taylor Tomlinson Takes Us to Church + Survivor at 50 Seasons
Paula Pell
Comedian, writer, and actress known for her work on SNL and upcoming roles in comedies.
Peacock's "The Burbs"
Episode: Paula Pell’s Journey From SNL to Scene Stealer + Awards Season’s Obligatory Scandal

Host

Mikey O'Connell
Writer and editor at The Hollywood Reporter with insights into the entertainment industry.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 744 ratings
  • This is not TVs Top 5 - reviews have been co-opted

    ‘I’m having an episode’ appeared on my device after hijacking the RSS feed for TVs Top Five. I see the healthy review score has been hijacked too. A reminder that TVs Top Five ended because at least one of the contributors was made redundant, shame on you for coasting on another pods hard earned reputation and built in listener base.

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    1
    G_Morrison83
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Sad

    I love this podcast. I first heard Dan on that idiots show on WGN nick digilio . This was so amazing to find. I don’t have to listen to drunk hateful nick digilio to listen to listen to the insightful podcast you two had.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    THESCOTTPRUITT
    United States2 years ago
  • KEEP THIS POD GOING

    I’m so sad to hear this is the last one and Lesley is leaving THR. Love your insight. Please keep this going even if you two do it on your own.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TDTexasUser1234
    United States2 years ago
  • Noooooo!

    Sad to see the Pod go away, wish Dan, even though he can be a bit much at times, and Lesley would produce one independently and keep it going… unfortunately the farewell episode I do not believe loaded correctly so it cut off at the 21 Minute mark. Let’s hope we get more as it’s the best source for industry info available.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Broncocacher
    United States2 years ago
  • Love yr podcast

    Don,t go. Please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Loliscamorris
    Mexico2 years ago

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Michael Urie + The Oscar Ballot Cheat Sheet
Q: So what race do you think remains most up in the air?
We discuss the acting categories as the most volatile, with many paths to victory and no single clear favorite, depending on voting blocs and timing of wins.
'Scream' Filmmaker Kevin Williamson + The Peacock Report Card
Q: What's your take on the eight-episode TV format versus feature-length filmmaking, and which do you prefer for storytelling now?
He states a preference for both formats, enjoying the eight-episode structure for its ability to tell longer stories, while still loving film; he notes the evolving writer's room dynamics and the desire to balance serialized and stand-alone storytelling in a streaming era.
'Scream' Filmmaker Kevin Williamson + The Peacock Report Card
Q: Did you approach Scream 7 as part of the existing trilogy or as a standalone entry in the Scream universe?
He explains that he did not see it as a standalone; the aim was to continue the franchise while reinventing aspects of Sidney's arc and expanding the world through new characters, keeping the meta-structure intact while allowing fresh directions.
'Scream' Filmmaker Kevin Williamson + The Peacock Report Card
Q: Nev Campbell returning to the franchise and becoming a focal point of Scream 7—how did that negotiation unfold and what did it mean for the film's direction?
Williamson explains the process as collaborative and iterative, emphasizing respect for the franchise's history, the opportunity to bring back a core character, and how the decision aligned with the studio and cast dynamics. He describes aiding the reconnection and supporting Nev Campbell's participation while ensuring the story could accommodate her return.
Taylor Tomlinson Takes Us to Church + Survivor at 50 Seasons
Q: In terms of this hour or just in general, have you had to redraw any lines of where you were willing to go and what you were willing to divulge?
She felt more conscious about who to run material by, especially regarding personal relationships, realizing the importance of maintaining those relationships even in a comedic context.

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