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339 - The Theme of Family in SCREAM 7 & ScoobyScream's Review of Scream 7
Jun 24, 2026
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338 - Unboxing Scream 4 & 7 Releases, SCREAM Talk, and Parasocial Analysis of Ariana's 'Hate That I Made You Love Me'
Jun 21, 2026
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337 - Buffy Season 2 & "Becoming Part II" (Audio Commentary)
Jun 19, 2026
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336 - Kirby Reed Special: Why She Should Be in Scream 8 & Envisioning a Spinoff TV Series (Feat. Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts)
Jun 17, 2026
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335 - Morality of Gale Weathers & Ranking Courteney Cox's TV Roles (Courteney Birthday Episode)
Jun 14, 2026
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() 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 | — | ||||||
| 6/21/26 | ![]() 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 | — | ||||||
| 6/19/26 | ![]() 337 - Buffy Season 2 & "Becoming Part II" (Audio Commentary) | In this special release, Ryan reviews Buffy the Vampire Slayer season two and remembers the late Anthony Stewart Head, featuring Sam Levy. Then, Ryan performs an audio commentary of an episode for Patreon subscribers for the series-defining "Becoming Part II" season finale. Remembering Giles Buffy Season 2 Review "Becoming Part II" Audio Commentary Listen to the full audio commentary by subscribing at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs. | — | ||||||
| 6/17/26 | ![]() 336 - Kirby Reed Special: Why She Should Be in Scream 8 & Envisioning a Spinoff TV Series (Feat. Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts) | Kirby Reed is one of the most popular characters ever in the SCREAM franchise. In this episode, Ryan is joined by Justin from "Foolish Mortals and Happy Haunts" to argue why Kirby's next appearance should be in SCREAM 8. Despite Hayden Panettiere's confirmation that there are no direct plans, Ryan and Justin also articulate a vision of what a Kirby/Ghostface/FBI spinoff Paramount+ show could look like. Justin's Review of Scream 7 Why Kirby Should Return for Scream 8 Vision for the Kirby TV Show 2026 Film Follow at @ScreamWithRCS at Instagram, X, and Facebook. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 6/14/26 | ![]() 335 - Morality of Gale Weathers & Ranking Courteney Cox's TV Roles (Courteney Birthday Episode) | June 15th is Courteney Cox's birthday! In her honor, this episode explores the morality of Gale Weathers as character over 30 years and how she is discussed as a pop culture figure with Ivan. Then, Ryan is joined by Brendon for a discussion/ranking of Courteney Cox's TV shows and characters over the years from Friends, Dirt, Cougar Town, and Shining Vale. To round out the show, Ashley joins Ryan to analyze "Hoax" (from Taylor Swift's "folklore") in the context of Gale Weathers in Scream (2022), Scream VI, and Scream 7. Favorite Version of Gale Morally Grey Gale Weathers Review of Courteney's TV Show and Roles Ranking Courteney's Career "Hoax" Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 6/10/26 | ![]() 334 - "Scary Movie" (2026) & How Its Message Relates to SCREAM | "Scary Movie 6" starring Anna Faris and Regina Hall released just days ago to a massive box office overhaul, continuing Paramount Pictures' streak of franchise hits after "Scream 7." In this episode, Ryan reviews "Scary Movie 6" with producer TJ Jones, Josh Carr, Anthony Dapuzzo, and Jess Melendez. Ryan discusses the bold statement the Wayans Brothers make with the ending of this movie about embracing the original characters rather than the requel replacements, a concept that has been widely discussed in relation to the SCREAM franchise since "Scream VI." In addition, Ryan explains his point of view as to why the Wayans spoofed the exact narrative structure of "Scream" (2022) to undercut the message of the Radio Silence era with their own statement about how they view their franchise. Then, Ashley joins Ryan to for "Drop Dead" by Olivia Rodrigo as the song of the week ahead of the release of her new album, "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So In Love," this Friday. Opening Thoughts & Box Office Recap Jess's Take The Humor The Message of the Movie The Scream (2022) Recreation Top 10 Jokes "Drop Dead" Follow us @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 6/7/26 | ![]() 333- How the Writing Improved with Scream 7 from Scream 5 & 6 | Most fans agree, Kevin Williamson's return to the franchise with SCREAM 7 led to many improvements. A notable, yet obvious, example is the writing. In this episode, Ryan is joined by Amar, Tarick, and Roy (from the Hoodie Talks Podcast) to evaluate the writing of the main characters, and how it improved from Scream 5 and 6. Sidney 5 vs. Sidney 7 Why Tatum Is Superior to Sam The Greatness of the Gale Massive Improvement of Chad and Mindy Who Killed Whom? The Great Character of Tatum Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/ScreamWithRCS | — | ||||||
| 6/3/26 | ![]() 332 - Identifying with Final Girl/Sidney & Gale, Scream Talk, 'Scary Movie 6' Critics, Best of 2026 So Far, & 'Heated Rivalry' (Pride Month Special) | In this Pride Month special, Ryan takes a moment to open up about his experience as a gay man, how he connected to Sidney, Gale and the concept of 'the final girl' at a young age through the representation and subconscious identifying with them. Then, Ryan covers how Scream 7 was "the moment," and what that means for Scream 8. Also, Ryan makes a prediction about how the critics will treat Scary Movie 6 the same way as they did Scream 7. Ryan also covers the release of Marco Beltrami's Scream 7 Score. For the second half of the episode, Ryan goes through the best of 2026 in both television and film. Then, he is joined by Jess and Josh to discuss "Heated Rivalry" to round out the Pride Special. Ryan's Final Girl Pride Story Marco's Score for SCREAM 7 How Scream 7 was "The Moment" Scary Movie 6 and Predicting the Critics Best Film & TV of 2026 Heated Rivalry Review Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/ScreamWithRCS | — | ||||||
| 5/31/26 | ![]() 331 - Scream 7's Tatum Evans As New Main Character | She's f*cking Sidney Prescott's daughter. In SCREAM 7, Kevin Williamson introduced a new main character for the franchise in Tatum Evans played by Isabel May. In the final character-centric episode, Ryan is joined by Amar, Anthony, and Jess to break down Sidney Prescott's daughter, her personality, how she changes over the course of SCREAM 7, and the impact she brings to the film. Then, Ashley joins Ryan and names "Eyes Open" (from Red and the original The Hunger Games film) as the Taylor Swift Song of the Week to match up with Tatum. Is Tatum Co-Lead or Supporting? Tatum's Self-Esteem The Cool Girl Mother-Daughter Understanding Tatum "Eyes Open" Follow us @SCREAMwithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X. Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "Eyes Open" (Red) Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/29/26 | ![]() 330 - The Phenomenon of 'Obsession', the Hype & How It Handles Consent (Bonus, Feat. Jess Melendez, SPOILERS) | In this bonus episode, SWRCS covers the new, cool, "it" factor movie, "Obsession." THIS EPISODE FEATURES SPOILERS FOR THE FILM! First, Ryan discusses the phenomenon around the movie, the cultural factors, how the hype made the film underwhelming upon his viewing and questions the film's perspective on its premise. Then, Jess performs a solo episode analysis of how "Obsession" represents the issue of consent and wrestles with the messaging of the film. The Phenomenon Ryan's Underwhelming Experience The Hype Jess's Reaction to the Characters The Representation of Examples Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X. | — | ||||||
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| 5/27/26 | ![]() 329 - Scream the TV Series Season 2 (10th Anniversary) & Ranking the Seasons with the Films | Despite pushback from fans with the first TV season without Roger Jackson's voice, the iconic Ghostface mask, or the beloved trio, MTV pushed through a second season of SCREAM the TV Series, premiering on May 30, 2016. In this episode, Ryan and Taz review the second season of the TV show for its tenth anniversary and describe how the show should be re-evaluated for its merit and commitment to the SCREAM mythology -- especially compared to the Radio Silence films. Ryan and Taz start the episode ranking the three seasons of the TV show with the seven SCREAM films. They also discuss Taz's review of SCREAM 7, anticipation for Ariana Grande's new single out Friday, and rank all of her albums. Scream 7 Review Ranking the Films & TV Seasons Season 2 Review Ariana Albums and New Single Follow us @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X. | — | ||||||
| 5/24/26 | ![]() 328 - Wes Craven's New Nightmare (Ryan's Audio Commentary) | In this month's audio commentary, Ryan watches and analyzes "Wes Craven's New Nightmare." This heralded 1994 project is widely viewed as Craven's prologue to his signature exploration of meta, the film industry, and art vs. reality in the "Scream" trilogy in the latter part of the decade. Join Ryan for a discussion about one of Wes Craven's smartest, most high-brow, and incredibly personal films of his career, either while watching the film along or listening like any other episode. To open the podcast, Jen joins Ryan to introduce the topic and reflect on the entire "A Nightmare on Elm Street" franchise and the connections between "New Nightmare" and the Hollywood-set "Scream 3." Listen to the full commentary on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/20/26 | ![]() 327 - The Scream 7 Culture & What Comes Next [Feat. The Scream Vault] | In this episode, Ryan is joined by Joey Noberini who runs The Scream Vault. Ryan and Joey discuss the culture of SCREAM 7 and make a compelling argument that SCREAM 8 and SCREAM 9 should build on SCREAM 7, its focus around Sidney and Tatum. #KeepGoing In addition, Ryan explores how the OG fans have won the culture war within the franchise. Then, Ashley joins Ryan for the Taylor Swift Song of the Week, "Clean" (1989), for many fans feel we "are finally clean" after SCREAM 7. How the OG Fans Won the Culture War The Vault and Remembering Jamie Blanks Scream 7 Analysis Why We Must #KeepGoing "Clean" Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/17/26 | ![]() 326 - Kevin's Scream 7 Direction, Remembering Wes & New Nightmare, '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions' & Amar's Take on Melissa's Interview | In this episode, the central conversation analyzes the directing of SCREAM 7 by Kevin Williamson between Ryan and podcast superstar, Cory Wilson. We take a look at Kevin's point of view, the influence of 1970s slashers, and how he innovates the SCREAM franchise with the seventh movie as the filmmaker. In addition, Amar Karim joins Ryan to reflect on Wes Craven and "New Nightmare" and for Amar's take on the fallout of Melissa Barrera's Variety interview where she spread conspiracy theories. Also, Ryan discusses the '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions' Interview for Patreon members that was announced last week. '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions' Interview Remembering Wes Craven and 'New Nightmare' Amar's Disappointment with Melissa Barrera Cory's Take on Scream 7 Kevin Williamson's Directing Follow us @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, X, and Instagram. Subscribe for your '30 Years of Scream, 30 Questions' Interview at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/15/26 | ![]() Announcement: '30 Years of SCREAM, 30 Questions: A SWRCS Interview' – Coming Soon! | Starting August 2026, every week Ryan will interview one member of his community with a fresh set of questions about their specific viewpoint on SCREAM, reflect on living through the Spyglass era, and celebrate the 30th anniversary of SCREAM (1996). There will be four to five long-form questions asked first, then 30 speed round questions that follow designed to evoke answers that describe your SCREAM personality. (This has been increased from 10 previously.) Every member of the community will receive this opportunity for a 30-minute sit-down, and each interview is designed for the individual member to have spiritual ownership of the episode in which their interview is published. Ryan hopes everyone to feel included, have a "moment" (another, better defined "moment" since most everyone has completed the original, more limited speed round) and be memorialized in the podcast, as we reflect and move into the SCREAM future. How to sign up? You must have an active membership on Patreon.com/screamwithrcs, subscribe at any tier 2 and above, or tier 1 annually consecutively for three months. In the summer, I will send out a note and will compile a waiting list. (NOTE: This feature is in addition to requests for appearing on main topic episode recordings and the quarterly group zooms.) | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 | ![]() 325 - Scream 7 Ghostface Themes, Stu Macher, & AI | In this episode, Ryan meets with Anthony Dapuzzo and Jess Melendez to interrogate the themes of SCREAM 7 surrounding Ghostface, the identity of the characters under the mask, and bringing back Stu Macher via AI. The crew discusses how SCREAM 7's themes run through the opening to the finale and relate to the real world. Then, Ryan and Ashley discuss Anna Camp and Jessica through the lens of Taylor Swift's song "Sparks Fly," referencing the Macher house burning down in the opening. What is the Motive? Explaining Jessica Stu Macher AI Themes "Sparks Fly" Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS at Facebook, X, and Instagram. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs Taylor Swift Song of the Week: "Sparks Fly" (Speak Now) | — | ||||||
| 5/10/26 | ![]() 324 - Motherhood in SCREAM 7 (Happy Mother's Day) & Courtney Instagram 'Like'-Gate | Happy Mother's Day to all the SCREAM moms out there! In this episode, Ryan discusses how SCREAM 7 presents the central theme of motherhood through both Sidney Evans and the villain, Jessica Bowden. This is a significant moment in SCREAM history, considering the roots of the franchise are intertwined with Sidney's relationship with her mother's past. In addition, Ryan covers the (ridiculous) social media chatter about Courteney Cox's Instagram "like" from Friday 5/8/26 that was then removed. Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Facebook, Instagram, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/7/26 | ![]() 323 - Melissa Barrera Crashes Out: Spreads Scream 7 Conspiracy Theories & Calls Co-Stars 'Scabs' | Melissa Barrera crashes out! In this emergency episode, Ryan covers Melissa Barrera's recent interview with Variety where she promoted conspiracy theories about Paramount and Spyglass "lying" and fabricated the box office success for Scream 7, as well as referring to her co-stars (Courteney Cox, Jasmin Savoy, Mason Gooding) as "scabs." First, Ryan reads the direct quotes from Variety and then is joined by Anthony to reflect on Melissa's unprofessional statements and conspiracy theories. Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Instagram, X, and Facebook. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/5/26 | ![]() 322 - Explaining The Scream 7 Motive & Updated Ghostface Ranking | As we continue with Jessica and Ghostface week, Ryan is joined by Amar to describe the motive behind the Ghostface characters in SCREAM 7. They discuss why many dislike the motive and unfold its brilliance. Then, Ryan and Amar place each of the three Ghostface characters — Jessica, Marco, and Karl — into their Ghostface ranking as individuals and as a group. Come back Thursday for the final episode of Jessica & Ghostface week! Describe the Motive Obsession and Parasocial Relationship Marco and Karl Ranking the 15 Ghostfaces Ranking the 7 Films by Ghostface Groups Follow us at @ScreamWithRCS on Instagram, Facebook, and X. Subscribe at Patreon.com/screamwithrcs | — | ||||||
| 5/3/26 | ![]() 321 - The Scream 7 Ghostface: Jessica and Anna Camp✨ | character studypsychological perspective+4 | Ivan | Scream 7 | — | Scream 7Jessica Bowden+5 | — | 1h 21m 01s | |
| 4/29/26 | ![]() 320 - Gale Weathers Character Arc in Scream 7 Part II✨ | Gale WeathersScream 7+4 | AnthonyJess | The Story of UsSpeak Now | — | Gale WeathersScream 7+6 | — | 1h 53m 33s | |
| 4/26/26 | ![]() 319 - Gale Weathers Character Arc in SCREAM 7 Part I✨ | Gale Weatherscharacter arc+4 | Amar | Scream 7Scream 6 | — | Gale WeathersScream 7+5 | — | 1h 32m 33s | |
| 4/22/26 | ![]() 318 - Sidney Evans Character Arc in SCREAM 7 Part II✨ | character arcSidney Prescott+3 | AnthonyJess | SCREAM 7Taylor Swift Song of the Week: 'Mine' | — | Sidney PrescottSCREAM 7+3 | — | 1h 34m 39s | |
| 4/19/26 | ![]() 317 - Sidney Evans Character Arc in SCREAM 7 Part I✨ | Sidney Prescottcharacter arc+4 | Amar | SCREAM 7Scream 6 | — | Sidney PrescottSCREAM 7+5 | — | 1h 32m 07s | |
| 4/15/26 | ![]() 316 - Is SCREAM 7 The Best Modern SCREAM Film? (Plus: SCREAM 4 Respect & Sidney's Other Daughters)✨ | SCREAM franchisefilm reviews+3 | KeatonDominik+1 | SCREAM 7SCREAM+3 | — | SCREAM 7SCREAM 4+5 | — | 1h 35m 54s | |
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13 placements across 12 markets.
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