Jennette McCurdy’s new memoir ‘I’m Glad My Mom Died’ is one of the most unique memoirs to come out this year. From iCarly fame to a troubled relationship with her mother, McCurdy’s memoir has something everybody can relate to. McCurdy spoke with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about the trauma of her past, fame, and how writing the memoir was emblematic of a hard earned mental and personal growth journey. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. F...
Aug 10, 2022•25 min•Ep. 49
Imagine you get catfished by your dad. That really happened to James Morosini, and now it’s the basis for the new film ‘I Love My Dad.’ Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with Morosini about the film, which he also directed and wrote, what it was like working with Patton Oswalt (who plays his dad), and where things stand with his family now. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy ...
Aug 05, 2022•27 min•Ep. 48
On August 11th, 1997, Barbara Walters introduced her new ABC daytime talk show The View . Since then, the show has become a politically potent show. But in a post-Trump (and post-Meghan McCain on ‘The View’) era, is ‘The View’ still relevant, or has it lost its view? Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with writer Amanda Fitzsimons about her 2019 New York Times magazine article ‘How ‘The View’ Became the Most Important Political TV Show in America.’ Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts...
Aug 03, 2022•35 min•Ep. 47
Six degrees of Kevin Bacon just got even easier because he’s got two big projects coming out this summer: the third season of Showtime’s ‘City on a Hill’ and Peacock’s horror film ‘They/Them.’ “I feel a very strong need to humanize the character, regardless of what it is that they're doing,” Bacon tells Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at...
Jul 29, 2022•25 min•Ep. 46
Bonnie Hunt is one of those talents that you can sometimes miss, but then when you look a little deeper you realize she’s incredible. She’s an actress, a director, a writer, a producer, she can probably sing too (although we didn’t ask her that). Hunt spoke with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about her career in front of and behind the camera and her new Apple TV Plus series Amber Brown , based on the popular children’s book I, Amber Brown . Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer...
Jul 22, 2022•23 min•Ep. 45
From acting to singing to reality TV, Keke Palmer does it all. “I just always was attracted to people that did multiple things,” Palmer tells Newsweek’s Parting Shot with H. Alan Scott, saying artists like Jamie Foxx and Queen Latifah were early inspirations. Now she’s out with the hotly anticipated Jordan Peele film Nope (July 22). “When people think about Get Out or Jordan’s work, they can sometimes zero in on, ‘Oh, this is a think piece on Blackness.’” She says there’s always an element of th...
Jul 20, 2022•22 min•Ep. 44
Billy Porter is a singular force in the entertainment industry. His latest project, ‘Anything’s Possible,’ is his directorial debut and it’s literally redefining teen comedies as we know them. The film follows Kelsa (played by Eva Reign), a confident high school senior who is also trans, as she navigates life and love. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with Billy Porter and the film’s stars, Eva Reign and Abu Ali, about the film, why it’s so unique, and how there needs to be more like it. Visit New...
Jul 15, 2022•40 min•Ep. 43
Big things are happening in the movement for reparations for descendants of slaves, as the new documentary film ‘The Big Payback’ shows, and Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with the film’s co-director, Erika Alexander, all about it. The films follows Robin Rue Simmons, a founder of the non-profit FirstRepair who successfully got reparations passed in Evantaton, Illinois, the first time this happened anywhere in the United States. The film also follows the work of Texas Congresswoman Sheila Jackso...
Jul 13, 2022•32 min•Ep. 42
There are films that are just so delightful, they’re not just fantastic, they’re fantastical. Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (in theaters July 15) is just that film and Lesley Manville, who plays the title character Ada Harris, turns in a magical performance as a British widow in the 1950s whose life mission becomes about getting a Dior dress. “She wanted this dress for so long. It's been like an epic mission for her to get this dress.” Manville spoke with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about the film, her...
Jul 08, 2022•25 min•Ep. 41
Sarah Marshall, the genius behind the wildly popular podcast ‘You’re Wrong About,’ joined Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to explain why the things you may think you know about major historical topics are actually wrong (and that’s OK). From the O.J. Simpson trial to Tonya Harding and so much more, the two talk about some of her best episodes, how the mainstream media still misrepresent women and other marginalized communities, and the two share their love of the film ‘Showgirls.’ Visit Newsweek.com to...
Jul 06, 2022•36 min•Ep. 40
One of the first YouTube viral videos was Marcel the Shell with Shoes On. Released in 2010 and created and voiced by Jenny Slate with Dean Fleischer-Camp, the video about a talking shell has since raked in millions of views, been turned into a children's book and now is a new film from the studio A24. Slate joined Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to talk about the film, the inspiration behind Marcel, and how “Marcel, in different ways, has always felt incredibly important, boundary-breaking and self-aff...
Jul 01, 2022•28 min•Ep. 39
If you love classic movies and Hollywood stars, you’re going to love today’s episode. Izzy, the genius person behind the YouTube channel Be Kind Rewind, joined Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott on the latest Parting Shot to talk all things film! If you don’t leave this conversation itching to watch a great old movie, nothing will. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. LINKS… https://www.youtube.c...
Jun 29, 2022•44 min•Ep. 38
Everybody knows Tom Hanks. He’s been in our lives for more than 40 years, delivering performances that have defined modern cinema. But now the good guy we’ve come to know and love is stepping into the shadows as Elvis Presley’s manager, Col. Tom Parker, in Baz Luhrmann’s new film ‘Elvis.’ "I think everybody makes a deal with the art form, everybody knows that it's a movie. If you got to see the same guy over and over and over again, that's like looking at a variety show and I'm just the host of ...
Jun 24, 2022•25 min•Ep. 37
In recent weeks there’s been a rise in attacks on drag queen story hour, where drag performers read books to children. The terrorist group the Proud Boys has orchestrated attacks and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has tweeted her intent to propose legislation that would ban children from being near drag performers. On this week’s Parting Shot, Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott speaks with Beatrice L. Thomas, aka Black Benatar, president of the board of Drag Queen Story Hour, and Lil Miss Hot Mess, a drag pe...
Jun 22, 2022•27 min•Ep. 36
John Lithgow chats with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about his new FX series ‘The Old Man’ with Jeff Bridges. His performance is just another example of Lithgow’s long history of versatile performances he’s had over the years (‘3rd Rock From the Sun,’ ‘The Crown,’ and ‘Dexter,’ just to name a few). He also talks about how five days of work got him an Oscar nomination for ‘Terms of Endearment.’ Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. ...
Jun 17, 2022•25 min•Ep. 35
If you love Newsweek’s Parting Shot, you’re also going to love iHeart Media’s ‘Too Much Information’ podcast with Jordan Runtagh & Alex Heigl. After working at Rolling Stone, People, Entertainment Weekly, VH1, and Page Six, these two know a thing or two about pop culture. They chatted with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about the podcast, their favorite pop culture moments, and a ton about ‘Air Force One.’ Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest n...
Jun 15, 2022•35 min•Ep. 34
Ms. Marvel’s Iman Vellani chats with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about how she went from your typical high school student to starring in a big budget Disney+ series. She even got a call from Oscar-winner Brie Larson right after Vellani was told she’d be joining the Marvel family! Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not...
Jun 10, 2022•24 min•Ep. 33
If you’ve watched the HBO Max limited series ‘The Staircase’ and/or the documentary series it’s based on, then this episode of the Parting Shot is for you. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott is joined by writer/comedian Brent Sullivan to break down a true crime case they’ve been discussing for years: the 2001 death of Kathleen Peterson. Was it murder? Was it an accident? And was Michael Peterson involved? We break down the facts of the case and offer our own thoughts on some of the theories about the case...
Jun 08, 2022•54 min•Ep. 32
Comedian Sam Jay is truly an original and ‘PAUSE with Sam Jay’ on HBO is fully redefining what a late-night show can do. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with Sam about the show, how she comes up with the ideas she’ll focus on, and how she deals with the sometimes very personal topics she tackles on the show. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to catch up on the latest news. Follow H. Alan Scott on everything at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pri...
Jun 03, 2022•24 min•Ep. 31
The Quest on Disney+ is so original and unlike any other reality competition series on TV. Executive-Produced by Elise Doganieri and Bertram van Munster, the team behind ‘The Amazing Race,’ the show follows a group of teens who must compete in challenges in order to find the one true hero. Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott spoke with Elise on how they came up with this reality competition series meets scripted fantasy and how they were able to film it over the pandemic. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more a...
Jun 01, 2022•26 min•Ep. 30
For Jay Ellis, being cast in ‘ Top Gun: Maverick’ (May 24) was a “full circle” moment. “I grew up in the service, so for me, it is a world that I recognize,” Ellis told Newsweek’s Naveed Jamali on the Parting Shot. In fact, Ellis’ dad was a mechanic in the Air Force. But even a childhood spent around massive jets didn’t lessen Ellis’ excitement about getting to actually fly in the jets he had admired. “I feel like a kid in a candy store, and I'm literally eating all of the candy every single day...
May 27, 2022•26 min•Ep. 29
Tony nominees Michael R. Jackson (‘A Strange Loop’) and Matt Doyle (‘Company’) join Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott on the latest Parting Shot. Jackson talks about winning the Pulitzer Prize and the musical picking up 11 Tony nominations. First-time nominee Doyle tells H. Alan what it was like working with Stephen Sondheim before he passed in 2021 and how he keeps it together every night standing next to Broadway legend Patti LuPone. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we offer and to c...
May 25, 2022•43 min•Ep. 28
John Waters, the iconic director behind cult classics like ‘Pink Flamingos,’ ‘Hairspray’ and ‘Serial Mom’ is still breaking the rules with his new book (and first work of fiction) ‘Liarmouth: A Feel-Bad Romance.’ In this wide-ranging conversation with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott, Waters talks about his inspiration for the book, the drag performer Divine, and how younger generations need to learn to “make fun of yourself” amid cancel culture. Visit Newsweek.com to learn more about the podcasts we of...
May 23, 2022•25 min•Ep. 27
The real Angelyne told Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott that the new Peacock limited series about her life is “painful to watch” and says Emmy Rossum’s portrayal of her is “not me.” She reached out to H. Alan Scott after seeing Newsweek’s Parting Shot episode with Emmy Rossum and asked to speak on the record about her feelings on the series. For more Newsweek podcasts and news, visit Newsweek.com. And follow H. Alan Scott everywhere at @HAlanScott. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...
May 19, 2022•21 min•Ep. 26
Emmy Rossum tells Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott that before Kim Kardashian or Paris Hilton, there was Angelyne, the “original influencer.” Rossum, who plays Angelyne in the new Peacock limited series also called ‘Angelyne,’ stopped by the Parting Shot to tell us about what it was like to play the woman behind the mysterious Los Angeles billboards, why she thinks Angelyne is so important, and how she transformed herself into the buxom blonde. For more Newsweek podcasts and news, visit Newsweek.com . A...
May 18, 2022•22 min•Ep. 25
On today’s Parting Shot, Jean Smart chats with Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott about the new season of her HBO Max series ‘Hacks.’ H. Alan Scott does his best to contain his excitement about speaking with Jean Smart. For more, follow @HAlanScott on everything and visit Newsweek.com for more news and podcasts. New episodes of Newsweek’s Parting Shot are released weekly. Essential Links… H. Alan Scott on Twitter: https://twitter.com/halanscott H. Alan Scott on Instagram: https://instagram.com/halanscott ...
May 13, 2022•24 min•Ep. 24
On today’s Parting Shot, Lisa Rinna joins Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to chat about the new season of Bravo’s ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ and her makeup line Rinna Beauty. In typical Lisa Rinna fashion, she doesn’t hold back. For more, follow @HAlanScott on everything and visit Newsweek.com for more news and podcasts. New episodes of Newsweek’s Parting Shot are released weekly. Essential Links… H. Alan Scott on Twitter: https://twitter.com/halanscott H. Alan Scott on Instagram: https://insta...
May 11, 2022•27 min•Ep. 23
Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott looks into how abortion has been portrayed on scripted TV and film amid news about Roe v. Wade and the leaked Supreme Court decision that’s pending. For more, follow @HAlanScott on everything and visit Newsweek.com for more news and podcasts. New episodes of Newsweek’s Parting Shot are released weekly. ESSENTIAL LINKS: Database Phoebe Mentioned: https://www.ansirh.org/research/research/abortion-onscreen-2021 VOX article by Tanya Melendez: https://www.vox.com/culture/2271...
May 09, 2022•35 min•Ep. 22
On today’s Parting Shot, Niv Sultan and Daniel Syrkin from the AppleTV+ series ‘Tehran’ join Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to talk about the second season of the series and what it was like to work with Glenn Close. For more, follow @HAlanScott on everything and visit Newsweek.com for more news and podcasts. New episodes of Newsweek’s Parting Shot are released weekly. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
May 06, 2022•34 min•Ep. 21
On today’s Parting Shot, Disney animators Mark Henn and Hyun-Min Lee join Newsweek’s H. Alan Scott to talk about their Disney+ original series ‘Disney Sketchbook.’ They chat about animating iconic characters like Ariel from ’The Little Mermaid,’ Belle from ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and Tiana from ’The Princess and the Frog,’ among many others. For more, follow @HAlanScott on everything and visit Newsweek.com for more news and podcasts. New episodes of Newsweek’s Parting Shot are released weekly. Se...
May 04, 2022•32 min•Ep. 20
