Shoot This Now

Every week we talk about stories that should be made into movies. This week, Up and Vanished and Atlanta Monster host Payne Lindsey explains why Up and Vanished Season 2 is so cinematic - and why you can't solve solve Kristal Anne Reisinger's disappearance by Googling. If you like this episode, check out our past episodes on Atlanta Monster, and listen to Up and Vanished here: https://season2.upandvanished.com   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Paul Scheer ("The League," "How Did This Get Made," "Unspooled," "The Disaster Artist") shares his amazing idea for a movie: The story of 19th century female con artist Bertha Heyman. Every week we pitch ideas that should be made into movies or TV shows. This week, we are awed and shamed at how much better Scheer is than us at the art of pitching imaginary movies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jobriath was a '70s glam-rocker who, like David Bowie, Elton John and Freddie Mercury, sang songs about space. But unlike any of them, he was openly gay in the 1970s - long before the people of earth were ready to welcome him with open arms. This week we talk about his spiky piano music, his space-angel beauty, and the hype machine that set him up for a cruel downfall. His influence continues with artists from Morrissey to Def Leppard's Joe Elliott.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

in 1969, Native American activists took over Alcatraz and held the island for nineteen months. Though the famous former prison was known worldwide, they argued that they had "discovered it" - just as Europeans had "discovered" America. It was one of the wittiest protests in history, designed to raise awareness about the deplorable treatment of Native Americans. And to a large extent it worked. It drew attention from big names like Marlon Brando, Jane Fonda and Creedence Clearwater Revival, and inspired Nixon to change a horrible policy. This week, we talk about why it should be a movie.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1979, NBC spent millions to produce a series that was supposed to save it from last place. Instead, it produced "Supertrain," a disaster of a drama that mixed railroads and disco. It baffled viewers, broke a TV icon's toe, and died a painful death. Our guest is Dan Delgado, host of the awesome podcast "The Industry," which ended its first season with a wonderful podcast on "Supertrain." Listen to "The Industry": https://industrypodcast.wordpress.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1943, Nazi Germany made the world's most expensive propaganda film: "Titanic." The story of the Nazi Titanic ends even more tragically than the story of the real Titanic. We relied on Robert P. Watson's book "The Nazi Titanic," and this excellent article by The Times of Israel: http://www.timesofisrael.com/goebbels-titanic-cinematic-disaster-turns-70/?fb_comment_id=633081316715300_102564287 UPDATE: We just learned a "Nazi Titanic" movie is already in the works. We can't wait to see it.    See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thirty-three people are honored with plaques at the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon, but only one of them, Ira Aldridge, is an African-American. At a time when the United States still held black people in slavery, Aldridge's performances across Europe helped shatter the myth of white supremacy.  Our brilliant guest this week is author and screenwriter Andrea Chalupa, co-host of the must-listen "Gaslit Nation" podcast. Search for "Gaslit Nation" within this app you're using now, or check out "Gaslit Nation" here.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Because of our past episodes about the "Atlanta Monster" podcast, we've been given this opportunity to share with you the first track from the upcoming "Atlanta Monster" soundtrack. This track, "Theme From Atlanta Monster," comes from Makeup and Vanity Set (Matthew Steven Pusti). The AtlantaMonsterOriginal Podcast Soundtrack will be available on digital music platforms on Friday, July 13th, including iTunes, Apple Music, Soundcloud, and Spotify. Scroll through our past episodes to check out our interview with "Atlanta Monster" creators Payne Lindsey and Donald Albright and our episode on the time Frank Sinatra tried to catch the Atlanta Monster. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Eugene Jarecki's Elvis Presley documentary "The King" argues that America in its Fat Elvis stage. He tells us why Chuck D of "mother--- him and John Wayne" fame was the film's key interview. We also talk about why Elvis' manager, Colonel Tom Parker, needs a movie - and so do The Prisonaires, the African-American musical group who sang from behind bars and influenced Presley.   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

"Inside Jaws" isn't just the story of the first summer blockbuster - it's also the story of how Steven Spielberg found his voice and his courage. "Inside Jaws" host talks to us about Jaws, recreating shark attacks using only sound, and how Spielberg represents the creator in all of us. Listen to it here: https://wondery.com/shows/inside-jaws/     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We need a proper Bruce Lee biopic, one that addresses his profound influence on race relations and celebrity. This episode, "Bruce Lee: A Life" author Matthew Polly talks about Lee's influence on Quentin Tarantino, the Wu-Tang Clan, and all of us. (And why Chuck Norris hates talking about him.) Buy "Bruce Lee: A Life": https://mattpolly.com     See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Teal Swan is an internet guru who finds followers largely online. She presents herself as a healer, but critics say she is playing with fire and has dangerous ideas about treating people who may be suicidal. She's the subject of Gizmodo's excellent The Gateway podcast. We're joined by host Jennings Brown and producer Jessica Glazer to talk about the trouble with Teal Swan. Check out The Gateway: https://gizmodo.com/weve-launched-an-investigative-podcast-about-a-controve-1826416613   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In 1973, a robber who looked like Bill Skarsgard took hostages in a Swedish bank. He demanded money, a fast car, and the release of a "pop gangster" prison buddy who looked like Armie Hammer. The Swedish government delivered. Reunited within the bank, the criminals quickly won over their captives -- a situation that coined the phrase "Stockholm Syndrome." We sometimes hear it today in reference to Patty Hearst and everyone living in America in 2018. If you enjoy this episode, we recommend Jeffrey Toobin's terrific "American Heiress," his account of Patty Hearst's kidnapping. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In February, we talked about why "Dear David," BuzzFeed writer Adam Ellis' internet ghost story, should be a movie. This week, we found out it's going to happen. Special guest Beatrice Verhoeven joins us to talk about why she knew "Dear David" should be a movie, and how she exclusively broke the news that it will be. Here's our episode from February: http://shootthisnow.libsyn.com/the-dear-david-story-feat-beatrice-verhoeven   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Neff Davis met Anna Delvey when Anna gave her $100 for a restaurant recommendation. Anna soon drew Neff into a moneyed game of trying to conquer New York City. Imagine if the Great Gatsby passed the Bechdel test. Jessica Pressler's New York Magazine story about their relationship is a sensation, one that's drawing "a lot of interest" from Hollywood. Read it here:  https://www.thecut.com/2018/05/how-anna-delvey-tricked-new-york.html See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.