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This week on ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry and special guest Brad Biewer (of The Cinema Speak Podcast) continue their Top 20 Christmas Movies countdown with their picks for the TOP 10 Christmas Movies of all time.

Last week, they set the stage with picks twenty through eleven—the warm-ups, the curveballs, the cult favorites, and the holiday staples that help make the season bright. But now…now they’re stepping into the main event. If picks 20 to 11 filled the stockings, our Top 10 is where they unwrap the big gifts.

These are movies that don’t just feature...

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots welcomes back returning guest musician Leanna Carter to talk about her upcoming concerts, appearances, and more.

On this episode of ReelTalk, we’re kicking off a special two-part countdown of our picks for the Top 20 Christmas Movies.

If you’re looking for which Christmas movies to watch this month, hop in our sleigh for our picks for the Christmas movies you should make part of your season.

Now, this isn’t just a list of the usual suspects. Yes, the timeless classics are here: those films wrapped in tinsel, nostalgia, and enough sentiment to warm even Scrooge’s heart. But we’re also celebrating the nontraditional favorites—the offbeat, the genre-benders, the movies t...

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites returning guest artists Jack and Jen back into the studio in support of the year-end WKGC fund drive--the first in ten years! Donate today at WKGC.org.

On this episode of ReelTalk, we are reviewing Wicked: For Good—the flashy, ambitious sequel that promised to defy gravity, but for many of us landed with a thud. And while the heart for the material is undeniably present—director Jon M. Chu’s affection radiates through nearly every frame—the execution is fraught with problems that prevent the film from casting the spell it so eagerly attempts.

It’s a movie overloaded with spectacle yet starved of narrative discipline, regrettably proving that sometimes a production can have all the right ingredients and still mix the potion incorrectly...

On this week's ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry invites returning guest film critic Sean Boelman to join him to celebrate the Clue 40th anniversary!

1985's CLUE is one of the most brilliantly bonkers comedies ever put to film. The all-star cinematic farce took a simple board game and spun it into a madcap symphony of wit, absurdity, and razor-sharp timing.

But CLUE wasn’t always the beloved cult classic it is today. In 1985, it was a box office flop. Audiences didn’t quite know what to do with a movie that offered three different endings—each sh...

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites the band Lucky Mud into the studio to play and talk about their careers and places where they will soon be performing. 

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by DJ Jax of WKGC's Morning Cast to dive into a film that proves not all magic tricks are created equal. In fact… some should’ve stayed in rehearsal.

The real magic of Now You See Me: Now You Don’t—and I say this with all sincerity—is how it made it past opening night.

Borrowing a line from Madeline Kahn in Clue, ‘he was an illusionist… he wasn’t a very good illusionist,’ and that sentiment fits this tertiary entry all too well.

What...

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is heading into the cinematic desert with Predator: Badlands—a movie that's the equivalent of a Let’s Play video (on YouTube) with bigger explosions. It's a movie that’s all flash and no feeling—like watching someone else have fun while you sit there wondering when it’s your turn to play.

But reviews have been both positive and negative, of which the negative reviews, appear to be the contrarians in the cinematic discourse.

Many critics and fans have found a lot to enjoy in this hyper...

On this week's ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show Paul Bonnette to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future! 

Hard to believe that it’s been four decades since Marty McFly first jumped into that DeLorean, slammed it into gear, and blasted through time at 88 miles per hour.

Released in the summer of 1985, it wasn’t just a hit—it was lightning in a bottle. A film that blended science fiction, comedy, adventure, and heart in a way that felt effortless, even though every frame was...

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots welcomes back singer-songwriter Tracy Mick into the studio to play live and talk about the growing live music scene along the Emerald Coast.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host film critic R.L. Terry invites returning guest film critic E.J. Moreno and first-time guest film critic Sean Boelman to countdown their picks for Top Ten Halloween Movies. 

Now, when we think “Halloween,” our minds go straight to horror—monsters, masked killers, things that go bump in the night. But the beauty of this season is that it’s so much more than blood and screams. Halloween is about atmosphere and iconography—crisp autumn nights, the glow of a jack-o’-lantern, that electric sense of magic in the air. And yes, sometime...

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites singer-songwriter Landon McCoy into the studio to play live and talk about his career.

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to create a dinner party for The Oktoberfest!

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots and his crew are joined by singer-songwriter Trace Flick to debut a new song and talk about his career.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest film critic E.J. Moreno to celebrate the 75th anniversary of All About Eve and the 30th anniversary of Showgirls. 

“Fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be [a gripping show].” This year marks 75 years since All About Eve—Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s Oscar-winning backstage classic—first showed us that the spotlight can be both intoxicating and destructive. Starring the incomparable Bette Davis, It remains a cinematic masterclass in wit, ambition, and the quiet terror of being replaced by the next bright young thing.

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On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by his sister Michelle to review their experience at Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park--the newest theme park in the country.

To put into perspective just how historic this moment is, you have to rewind the clock all the way back to 1999. That was the year Universal opened Islands of Adventure, the last entirely new theme park to debut at either Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resort.

In the world of themed entertainment, that’s more than just a long wait—it’s...

On this whimsical episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris whisks you away on the happiest little voyage that ever set sail as he creates a dinner party inspired by "It's a Small World" at Disney's Magic Kingdom. You'll also learn about the history of the iconic attraction and its connection to Joan Crawford--yes--the Joan Crawford.

On this week's Sound Sessions, join host Tom Hoots and his team for a stacked show featuring playwright Nancy Hastey to hear about her latest documentary on Jaqueline Cochran. You'll also enjoy the music stylings of singer-songwriter duo Brit Matthews and Matt Seigal.

On this week's ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry invites music professor Dr. Steven DiBlasi back to the show to countdown their Top Ten picks for movie songs of the 1980s. What a decade--the decade when cinema sang! 

When you look back at the movies of the 1980s, the songs are just as much a part of the experience as the stories themselves. This was the decade when pop hooks, rock anthems, and big, emotional ballads didn’t just play in the background—they defined the moment.

A single song could capture the mood of a film a...

On this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris takes you on a frolic through the leaves with the aroma of pumpkin wafting through the air to create an autumnal themed dinner party.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites singer-songwriter Kat Deal into the studio talk about her recording career. Ms Deal goes into depth on what it it takes to record a song. 

"Alright Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my closeup." On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show film critic Gino Sassani to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Billy Wilder's masterpiece Sunset Boulevard! Stick around after the show to hear Gloria Swanson sing--yes, sing! From what Wilder's film had to say about Hollywood then to what it can tell us about today's film landscape and popular culture, there is prolific richness in one of the greatest films of all time.

Come on listeners, let's go party! On this episode of Doing Dinner, Chef Chris takes you on a fantastical journey into the fabulous world of Barbie as he dreams up ideas for your Barbie-themed dinner party. 

On this episode of Sound Sessions, join host Tom Hoots and the rest of the Sound Sessions crew as they welcome musician Thomas Hendon into the studio to play live and talk about his career as a musician.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show music professor Dr. Steven DiBlasi to countdown their top 10 picks for best film scores of the 1970s.

Film scoring in the 1970s was nothing short of revolutionary. This was a decade in which composers and filmmakers experimented with sound in bold, unprecedented ways. Sweeping orchestras still had their place, but they now shared the stage with eerie minimalism, jazz-infused soundscapes, synthesizers, and even progressive rock. The result was a period of extraordinary breadth and innovation—one that gave us...

On this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris hops in the wayback machine to visit the heyday of Studio 54 in New York City. During this show, you'll learn how and be inspired to create your own 1970s themed dinner party int he vein of Studio 54. 

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites returning singer-songwriter (and politician) Daniel Schultz into the studio to play live and talk about his life and career as a musician.

On this episode of ReelTalk, join host R.L. Terry as he is joined by returning guest and friend of the show, film critic Gino Sassani to review The Conjuring: Last Rites and discuss some of their favorite supernatural/paranormal horror films. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris and cohost Ryan for a wildly fun discussion on creating a Pretty Woman themed dinner party. Listen how Chef Chris uses the iconic movie's characters and themes to inspire his menu and the dining experience. 

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is back and has invited musician and surfer Morgan Simo into the studio for an interview and to play a tiny desk concert.

On this week's ReelTalk, The Cinema Speak podcast takes over the show to review the summer 2025 release of Dangerous Animals. Shark invested thriller or sleep inducing movie? You decide. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris and co-host Ryan as Chef Chris transforms your dining room into a French bistro. You'll learn how to create a French themed dinner party that will transport you and your guests to France without need for luggage or airline tickets.  

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Becca steps in for Tom to interview returning musical guest and friend of the show Corey Hall.

On this episode of ReelTalk, you will feel as though you have hopped into a time machine. Join host R.L. Terry as he interviews Tampa Theatre VP of Marketing and Community Relations Jill Witecki and they explore the cinematic experience at a 1920s grand move palace on the National Registrar of Historic Places.

This interview was originally recorded in early July 2025.

Attention Gossip Girl fans, on this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris and cohost Ryan talk about how to create a Gossip Girl themed dinner party. 

On this episode of Sound Sessions, producer Becca steps in for host Tom Hoots to interview singer-songwriter Emily "Hippie Chick" Springsteen, and invite her to play live in-studio.

On this week's ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show Burl Childress to review NOBODY 2, the followup to the 2021 hit Nobody.

Lowbrow thrills, high-budget spectacle. Proof that sometimes all a B-movie needs is an A-list wallet to unleash maximum mayhem, plus you get treated to a rare appearance by big screen icon Sharon Stone. All in 1.5hrs.

We wrap up the hour talking about some of our favorite action movies. 

On this week's Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris gets you geared up for the arrival of college football by teaching you how to create and plan a college football themed dinner party--including parties for spirited rivalries!

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom hoots is joined by singer-songwriter Kathryn Roberts to play in studio and talk with him about her career in performance music. 

On this week's ReelTalk, join host R.L. Terry as he is joined by fellow film critic E.J. Moreno to review Zach Cregger's highly anticipated horror film Weapons. Following the review, they talk favorite creepy kids in movies. Cage Creed (Pet Sematary) anyone???

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to create a CLUE themed whodunit dinner party. Whether you're a fan of the board game, the campy movie, or both, there is no mystery here--of how you can create your own CLUE experience!

"Fl-fl-fl, flames...flames, on the side of my face."

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by singer-songwriter Amelia Anne to discuss her career and upcoming projects. 

On this episode of ReelTalk, we are taking a break from new releases to countdown our picks for Top 10 films of 1985–1989 as a followup to an earlier episode (in February) wherein we counted down our Top 10 picks from 1980–1984. Host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show Gino Sassani and first-time guest Dr. Steve DeBlassi, music professor and cinema aficionado. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris as he takes you on a wild journey in order to create a Jules Verne inspired dinner party. From The Time Machine to the Center of the Earth, you'll find it all right here. 

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by musician Whiskey Kate for an interview and in-studio performance. They also discuss some upcoming Whiskey Kate tours, including one in Alaska in September 2025.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show, film critic Adam Donato to review the latest MCU offering The Fantastic Four: First Steps. After the review, Adam and Ryan discuss a couple of their favorite comic book/superhero movies. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris recaps his "We Were Liars" Lemon Hunt themed dinner party and talk to listeners about creating a Back to School themed dinner party since school will be starting soon in many places around the country.

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots invites singer-songwriter Cody John Bennett into the studio to play live and sit down for an interview.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by returning guest and friend of the show Paul Bonnette to discuss the reboot/sequel (or rebootquel) of the 90s slasher classic I Know What You Did Last Summer. They also talk about behind-the-scenes fun facts about the original movie and top the show off with their favorite 90s slasher movies. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris talks about how you can craft a "We Were Liars" themed dinner party inspired by the show on Amazon Prime Video.

On this episode of Creative Conversations, host Jayson Kretzer sits down with two singer-songwriters and an online magazine editor to discuss important topics in the visual and performing arts along the Emerald Coast and nationwide. 

On this episode of South Sessions, join host Tom Hoots as he sits down with Daniel Schultz, the promoter for musician Keyboard Ray.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by a fellow cinephile and Jurassic Park fan to review Jurassic World: Rebirth and rank the movies in the Jurassic franchise.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by musician Sarah Whitehead as she plays live in-studio and sits down for a conversation with Tom and the rest of the Sound Sessions crew. 

On this episode of ReelTalk, host R.L. Terry is joined by first-time guest chemist turned film critic Burl Childress to discuss F1: the Movie.

On this week's Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris gets you ready for Independence Day by talking all about Fourth oof July dinner parties. From the history of hot dogs and hamburgers to how you can impress your friends with an imaginative dinner party this Independence Day, you don't want to miss this episode!

On this week's Creative Conversations, host R.L. Terry fills in for Jayson Kretzer and talks about Music Education with two educators as they use the timeless suite Carnival of the Animals as a framework for discussing music in the classroom.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots features musicians Mike and Maggie McKinney and WGN Chicago's Steve King and Johnnie Putman.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host Ryan "R.L." Terry is joined by returning guests Paul Bonnette and Gino Sassani to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the landmark motion picture JAWS!

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join Chef Chris as he takes you though the steps to create a backyard picnic with a Southern Genteel theme.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by British musician and vocalist Mickey Sunflower.

On this episode of ReelTalk, host Ryan is joined by returning guest film critic Adam Donato and special guest Michelle Morgan, Ryan's sister, to talk about Universal and DreamWorks live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon.

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris as he takes you down the rabbit hole in order to create an "Alice in Wonderland" themed dinner party.

On this episode of Creative Conversations, substitute host Ryan "R.L." Terry is joined by historic Tampa Theatre VP of Marketing and Community Relations Jill Witecki to explore the 1920s movie palace that is on the National Registrar of Historic Places and is one of the best surviving and thriving examples of a movie palace in the country.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by musician Dave Woods (brother to Chris Woods) and comedian Jason Heddon.

On this week's ReelTalk, host Ryan "R.L." Terry is joined by WKGC's Karen and Hilton Hospitality Management Program chair Paul Bonnette to review the Emerald Coast's newest entertainment offering: Dolly Parton's Pirates Voyage "stuntacular" Dinner and Show. 

On this week's Creative Conversations, Ryan "R.L." Terry fills in for Jayson while he is out, and is joined by WKGC's Karen and Paul Bonnette to talk about Dolly's Parton's Pirates Voyage with Ellen Liston, public relations director for Pirates Voyage, as the Emerald Coast's newest entertainment offering prepares to officially open.

On this week's Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by local musician Gene Mitchell and radio DJ Steve Youngblood (also the WKGC Engineer).

Host Ryan "R.L." Terry is joined by returning guest film critic Gino Sassani and first-time guest film critic Adam Donato to discuss Mission: Impossible–The Final Reckoning.

Join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to throw the ultimate summer dinner party.

Join host Jayson Kretzer as he keep you informed and up to date with all the latest news on the visual and performing arts along the Emerald Coast and bring you lively interviews with local artists. 

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by musicians Wiggle Room (Gene Mitchell had to reschedule due to a death in the family). 

On this episode of ReelTalk, hosts Brad and Trevor of the Cinema Speak Podcast review Novocaine. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, join host Chef Chris on how to theme a dinner party after the quintessential Spanish tradition of taking an afternoon siesta. 

On this episode of Creative Conversations, host Jayson Kretzer is joined by art therapists that specialize in therapy that uses art as a communication medium.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by Bob Dylan tribute artist Cory Hall.

In this episode of Cold Cases and Curiosities, host Karen takes listeners on an exploration into homicides, abductions, and the paranormal in her ol' stomping grounds. 

On this episode of Doing Dinner, host Chef Chris and producer Angela discuss all things BBQ.

On this episode of Creative Conversations, host Jayson Kretzer from Bay Arts Alliance is joined in studio by Bonnie Tate-Woodby, owner of the LightRoom Photography Gallery, to discuss her upcoming photography competition and how young photographers can find their groove.

On this episode of Sound Sessions, host Tom Hoots is joined by Emerald Coast area businessman and musician Todd Sparks.

On this episode of ReelTalk, Ryan is once again joined by fellow film critic and award-winning musician Gino Sassani to discuss Mission: Impossible–Fallout and Dead Reckoning as they conclude the MI franchise rewatch in preparation of Mission: Impossible–Final Reckoning only in theatres May 23rd.

On this episode of ReelTalk, Ryan is joined by fellow film critic and award-winning musician Gino Sassani to discuss Mission: Impossible–Ghost Protocol and Rogue Nation as we continue our journey through the MI franchise. 

Join hosts Jayson Kretzer and Tony Simmons as they chat with the creators of the Public Eye Soar and keep listeners up to date on the latest in the visual and performing arts in and around Bay County, FL and the Emerald Coast. 

Join host Tom Hoots as he invites musicians from the Emerald Coast and around the state into the WKGC studio to talk about their careers and play live in-studio!

On this episode of ReelTalk, Ryan is joined by returning guest Paul Bonnette and first-time guest Chef Chris of "Doing Dinner" to discuss Mission: Impossible II and III. 

Join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to through a different themed dinner party each week. This week, he teaches how to through a Cino de Mayo themed party, including a segment on reimagining the Piñata. 

Join host Jayson Kretzer, director of the Panama City Center for the Arts as he invites local artists into the studio to discuss their career and keeping listeners up to date on the latest in the visual and performing arts in Bay County and along the Emerald Coast. 

Join host Tom Hoots as he invites local musicians and musicians around the state into the studio to talk about their career and to play live in-studio each week.

On this episode of ReelTalk, Julie and Ryan are joined by returning guest and director of Redfish Film Festival Kevin Elliott and filmmaker Josh Forbes to recap the second annual Redfish Film Festival and launch the month-long retrospective of the Mission: Impossible franchise by reviewing the first Mission: Impossible movie from 1996.

Join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to create a different themed dinner party each week. Learn how you can throw a soiree that everyone will be talking about for weeks. 

Join host Jayson Kretzer, director of the Panama City Center for the Arts, as he has conversations with local artists and keep listeners up to date on the latest in the visual and performing arts in Bay County and along the Emerald Coast. 

Join Tom Hoots as he invites local musicians into the studio every week for a discussion on their music career and to perform live on air. 

On this episode of ReelTalk, Ryan recaps his trip to Las Vegas for the annual NAB Show (National Association of Broadcasters) and he and Julie discuss favorite Vegas-set movies.

Join host Connor as he helps you navigate the best dishes, one bite at a time along the Emerald Coast. This week, he is covering the area's best Mexican food spots.

Join host Chef Chris as you learn how to create a different dinner party each week! This week is a Masters themed dinner party.

Join host Jayson Kretzer as he keeps listeners up to date on the latest news and events in the visual and performing arts in and around Bay County and along the Emerald Coast.

Join host Tom Hoots as he invites local musicians into the WKGC Studio for interviews and to play live!

On this episode of ReelTalk, while Ryan is in Vegas attending NAB Show 2025, Julie brings in the creative team behind the Panama City set movie Road Kill to learn about the filming of the movie and then they talk about other local film news topics and trends in the industry.

Join host Chef Chris as he teaches you how to craft a different dinner party each week!