339 - The Theme of Family in SCREAM 7 & ScoobyScream's Review of Scream 7
24/06/2026 | 1h 17 mins.
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
338 - Unboxing Scream 4 & 7 Releases, SCREAM Talk, and Parasocial Analysis of Ariana's 'Hate That I Made You Love Me'
21/06/2026 | 1h 29 mins.
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
337 - Buffy Season 2 & "Becoming Part II" (Audio Commentary)
19/06/2026 | 47 mins.
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.
336 - Kirby Reed Special: Why She Should Be in Scream 8 & Envisioning a Spinoff TV Series (Feat. Foolish Mortals & Happy Haunts)
17/06/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
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
335 - Morality of Gale Weathers & Ranking Courteney Cox's TV Roles (Courteney Birthday Episode)
14/06/2026 | 1h 35 mins.
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
"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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