The Boom

Mark E. Swinton writes and produces some of Tyler Perry Studios’ biggest shows

In addition to his work as the senior vice president of scripted programming at Tyler Perry Studios [https://tylerperrystudios.com/], Mark E. Swinton produces and writes on shows like “Sistas” and “House of Payne.” Mark talks with Jewel about his move from theatre into television, relocating from Los Angeles to Atlanta to work for Tyler Perry, and what fans of the studio can look forward to thanks to the TPS deal with Netflix.   Mentioned this episode: Atlanta submits bid [https://www.ajc.com/things-to-do/georgia-entertainment-scene/atlanta-files-sundance-film-festival-bid-city-puts-up-2m-in-support/RAU3TAJB55EC7JKXFZHKZNRWXE/] to host Sundance Check out what’s filming in Georgia [https://www.georgia.org/industries/film-entertainment/georgia-film-tv-production/now-filming-georgia] iHeart’s “Fight Night” is being adapted into a TV series [https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-fight-night-72737532/]   This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom [https://www.wabe.org/theboom] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

“The Visitor” (1979) is chaos in Downtown Atlanta

When film programmer Millie De Chirico was on The Boom [https://www.wabe.org/podcasts/the-boom/millie-de-chirico-keeps-cult-classics-alive-and-well/], we asked her what cult films she recommended that had an Atlanta connection. One of the recommendations was Michael J. Paradise’s “The Visitor [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080100/],” a sci-fi, horror romp through the heart of Atlanta. Millie returns to The Boom to discuss the film with Jewel, Ian Deaton (composer, writer, and musician who also happens to work at Videodrome) [https://www.videodromeatl.com/], and WABE podcast producer Kevin Rinker. This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom [https://www.wabe.org/theboom] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Glynn Turman’s life outside of film and TV informs his acting

Actor Glynn Turman’s [https://www.instagram.com/glynnturman1/] career has spanned the majority of his life and that means he’s able to bring lived experience into many of his roles. After starring in the original Broadway production of  “A Raisin in the Sun,” he’s gone on to act in many TV series and films. “A Different World,” “The Wire,” and “How Stella Got Her Groove Back” are just a few examples. His latest role is playing Walter Newton, father of Black Panther Party founder Huey Newton, in Apple TV+’s limited series “The Big Cigar [https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-big-cigar/umc.cmc.5067l9fz7usyhgjfbzy6ib0na].” Glynn talks about being recruited by the Black Panthers, how his roles often depict Black life in America, and his upcoming projects. Mentioned this episode: * Atlanta native Ryan Seacrest set to host “Wheel of Fortune” [https://www.instagram.com/p/CuAETjXgGVi/?utm_source=ig_embed&ig_rid=76c2c270-f8ef-4fe9-b7f5-76d3e96cfd22] * Bad Boys: Ride or Die hits theaters [https://variety.com/2024/film/news/bad-boys-4-box-office-hit-summer-remains-down-1236029999/], portions were filmed in Georgia * Adult Swim’s “Yule Log 2” is now filming in Georgia [https://www.georgia.org/industries/film-entertainment/georgia-film-tv-production/now-filming-georgia] * Peacock’s new series “Teacup” will be set and filmed in the state [https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/peacock-horror-thriller-series-teacup-cast-1235930575/]v   This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom [https://www.wabe.org/theboom] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

How Matt Akey makes visual effects undetectable

Visual effects producer Matt Akey [https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0015232/] knows he’s done his work effectively if you never notice that he touched a film or TV show in the first place. From “Creed III” and “The Holdovers” to “The Boys” and “West World,” he’s worked on an array of projects requiring different kinds of imaging. Akey talks about his visual effects work and his path to becoming Chief Marketing Officer at Crafty Apes [https://www.craftyapes.com/], a VFX and production services company based in Atlanta. Plus, Sammie Purcell, associate editor of Rough Draft Atlanta, joins Jewel to talk about summer film and TV releases they’re looking forward to. This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen. For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom [https://www.wabe.org/theboom] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Millie De Chirico keeps cult classics alive and well

Millie De Chirico [https://www.milliedechirico.com/] got her start in the film and television industry at Turner Broadcasting in the programming department. From there, she programmed “TCM Underground,” which broadcast cult classics and late-night films. These days, she co-hosts the podcast “I Saw What You Did [https://www.exactlyrightmedia.com/i-saw-what-you-did],” dissecting films every episode and is teaching about film as an adjunct professor. Millie shares exactly what a film programmer does, why she loves cult cinema, and why she wrote her book “TCM Underground: 50 Must-See Films from the World of Classic Cult and Late-Night Cinema [https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/millie-de-chirico/tcm-underground/9780762480005/?lens=running-press].”   Mentioned this episode: Amazon Prime’s “The Bondsman [https://www.times-herald.com/news/bondsman-filming-underway-in-grantville/image_336b25cc-f69c-11ee-b4d2-5b32dd25f53d.html]v” “The Woman in the Yard [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31314296/]” “Naked Gun [https://www.vulture.com/article/liam-neeson-naked-gun-reboot-release-date-details.html]” Reboot “Weapons [https://deadline.com/2024/05/weapons-movie-casts-benedict-wong-amy-madigan-austin-abrams-more-1235902536/]”   This episode of The Boom was produced by Kevin Rinker and Jewel Wicker. Additional production and editing by Scotty Crowe. Original music by Matt Owen.   For more information, visit wabe.org/theboom [https://www.wabe.org/theboom] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.