(Formerly Then, A Moment)
Let’s talk about movies, TV shows, video games, books, and more! “2 Grooms 1 Plot”, the podcast where two married life-long storytell...
Welcome to *drum roll* episode 50 of 2 Grooms 1 Plot! A podcast where two life-long storytellers talk about stories!
Today we took a look at one of the most anticipated movies of the year (and in recent memory), Wicked! Wicked is a 2024 musical fantasy film based on the musical of the same name. Wicked takes place decades before the events of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and follows the story of Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda (Ariana Grande) before they become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good, respectively. Wicked was directed by Jon M. Chu with music by Stephen Schwartz, with the film covering just the first act of the musical’s story.
Moments of the Week!:
Colin: 0:49 - 3:55 - “Somebody Somewhere”
Pavi: 3:55 - 5:43 - “Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom” (video game)
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator (Defiance of the Fall, Edens Gate), Writer (Brugum’s Labyrinth, The Nightly), Actor and Singer (Chicago Shakespeare theater, Paramount Theater, Chicago Fire), and Game Master (D&D).
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert (Erikson Institute), Teacher (Stages Chicago), Actor and Singer (Porchlight Music Theater, Metropolis Theater), and Crafter (knitting, cross stick, Embroidery, watercolors).
“With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!”
Pavi & Colin are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
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S1 E49 - 2 Grooms 1 Plot | Speak No Evil (2024)
Welcome to episode 49 of 2 Grooms 1 Plot! A podcast where two life-long storytellers talk about stories!
Today, we took a look at the 2024 version of the film ‘Speak No Evil.’ Speak No Evil is a psychological thriller starring James McAvoy. In the film, while vacationing in Italy, American couple Louise, Ben, and their daughter Agnes meet and bond with a friendly British family, Paddy, Ciara, and their son, Ant. When the Daltons receive an invitation to Paddy and Ciara’s remote farmhouse in Devon, they hope the getaway will be a refreshing escape from their troubles back home. However, strange incidents and the unsettling behavior of their hosts soon turn the visit into a tense and chilling experience. As the Daltons try to understand what’s happening, they find themselves trapped in a situation far darker than they could have imagined, fighting to protect their family from escalating dangers.
Moments of the Week!:
Colin: 0:40 - 5:30 - Always Sunny Season 13 finale (Mac’s Dance)
Pavi: 5:30 - 8:25 - Baldur’s Gate Video Game
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator (Defiance of the Fall, Edens Gate), Writer (Brugum’s Labyrinth, The Nightly), Actor and Singer (Chicago Shakespeare theater, Paramount Theater, Chicago Fire), and Game Master (D&D).
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert (Erikson Institute), Teacher (Stages Chicago), Actor and Singer (Porchlight Music Theater, Metropolis Theater), and Crafter (knitting, cross stick, Embroidery, watercolors).
“With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!”
Pavi & Colin are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
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Welcome to episode 48 of 2 Grooms 1 Plot! A podcast where two life-long storytellers talk about stories!
On today’s episode, we break down the new movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” the sequel to the original film and the 2nd movie in the Franchise. “Bettlejuice Beetlejuice” picks up in 2024 where Lydia Deetz hosts a supernatural TV talk show, ‘Ghost House’, but her life takes a dark turn when she hallucinates Betelgeuse, the demon who tried to marry her 36 years earlier. Soon after, Lydia learns her estranged father has died, leading her and her daughter Astrid to return to their hometown for his funeral. As Astrid discovers her psychic abilities and befriends a ghost named Jeremy, Lydia reluctantly summons Betelgeuse to rescue her daughter from the Afterlife. A chaotic battle ensues, involving vengeful spirits and a twisted marriage plot, ultimately forcing Lydia to confront Betelgeuse once again.
Moments of the Week!:
Pavi: 01:05 - 02:26 - “Pink Pony Club” by Chappell Roan.
Colin: 02:31 - 06:07 - Eugene Levy and Steve Martin moment in the new season of “Only Murders in the Building”
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator (Defiance of the Fall, Edens Gate), Writer (Brugum’s Labyrinth, The Nightly), Actor and Singer (Chicago Shakespeare theater, Paramount Theater, Chicago Fire), and Game Master (D&D).
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert (Erikson Institute), Teacher (Stages Chicago), Actor and Singer (Porchlight Music Theater, Metropolis Theater), and Crafter (knitting, cross stick, Embroidery, watercolors).
“With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!”
Pavi & Colin are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us for more!
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S1 E47 - 2 Grooms 1 Plot | The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives
Welcome to episode 47 of 2 Grooms 1 Plot! A podcast where two life-long storytellers talk about stories!
On today’s episode, we took a look at something that’s a little bit different than anything we’ve discussed before… The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives! The series follows 8 Mormon TikTok influencers who are a part of what is known as ‘MomTok.’ While this isn’t a typical show in that it doesn’t have a scripted plot, there are still elements of storytelling within the series, as you’ll see as you watch - we did not do our typical ‘Switch-Hit Synopsis, but instead Pavi talked about some of this stuff to set up the rest of the episode.
Moments of the Week!:
Colin: 0:51 - 5:16 Comedy play that Colin was in that got HUGE laughs after a short hiatus due to the… Presidential debate?
Pavi: 5:16 - 8:13 Therapist introduced in Rick & Morty, played by Susan Sarandon & A-List celebrities making cameos in the show.
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator (Defiance of the Fall, Edens Gate), Writer (Brugum’s Labyrinth, The Nightly), Actor and Singer (Chicago Shakespeare theater, Paramount Theater, Chicago Fire), and Game Master (D&D).
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert (Erikson Institute), Teacher (Stages Chicago), Actor and Singer (Porchlight Music Theater, Metropolis Theater), and Crafter (knitting, cross stick, Embroidery, watercolors).
“With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!”
Pavi & Colin are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us for more!
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S1 E46 - 2 Grooms 1 Plot | Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale
Welcome to episode 46 of 2 Grooms 1 Plot! A podcast where two life-long storytellers talk about stories!
Today, we welcomed back our good friend Rebecca to help us breakdown ‘Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale,’ which is a musical inspired by the Lord of the Rings story by J.R.R. Tolkien. The musical follows the same general premise of the movies, with some… interesting… twists and changes. There is a WHOLE lot to unpack with this one.
‘A Musical Tale’ has had 3 productions prior to coming to Chicago. It was originally performed in Toronto in 2006, London in 2007, and Berkshire, UK in 2023. The production has changed drastically over the course of its run, being scaled down for 2023’s show and beyond. The musical was written by Shaun McKenna & Matthew Warchus, with music by A.R. Raham, Varttina, and Christopher Nightingale.
Moments of the Week!:
Pavi: 1:13 - 1:54 - What We Do In The Shadows
Rebecca: 1:54 - 3:57 - Task Master
Colin: 3:57 - 7:15 - It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator (Defiance of the Fall, Edens Gate), Writer (Brugum’s Labyrinth, The Nightly), Actor and Singer (Chicago Shakespeare theater, Paramount Theater, Chicago Fire), and Game Master (D&D).
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert (Erikson Institute), Teacher (Stages Chicago), Actor and Singer (Porchlight Music Theater, Metropolis Theater), and Crafter (knitting, cross stick, Embroidery, watercolors).
“With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!”
Pavi & Colin are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW us for more!
@2Grooms1Plot
(Formerly Then, A Moment)
Let’s talk about movies, TV shows, video games, books, and more! “2 Grooms 1 Plot”, the podcast where two married life-long storytellers talk about stories.
Your Hosts:
Pavi Proczko is an audiobook narrator, Writer, Actor and Singer, and Game Master.
Colin Funk is a Childhood Development Expert, Teacher, Actor and Singer, and Crafter.
With our unique lenses, we talk about a specific piece of storytelling each episode: What works? What doesn’t? And the magic moments of story!
The hosts are married and live in Chicago. ❤️
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