Taboo's Comics & Kicks

How did Hollywood's most underestimated horror comedy become a cultural phenomenon? Actor Jon Abrahams, best known for playing Bobby Prinze in Scary Movie, joins Taboo for a Halloween edition of Comics & Kicks, revisiting the making of the 2000 comedy classic. Jon reveals how he landed his role without an audition, what it was like working with Keenen Ivory Wayans and the Wayans family, and how their unconventional rehearsal process helped bring the film's outrageous characters to life. From hilarious moments with Shawn Wayans and Anna Faris to deleted jokes, unforgettable scenes, and the film's unexpected box-office success, Jon shares stories from inside the production that helped redefine horror parody. He also discusses returning for Scary Movie 6, the evolution of comedy, and why the original movie continues to resonate with audiences more than 25 years later. A nostalgic, behind-the-scenes celebration of Scary Movie, the Wayans family's creative legacy, and the comedy that defined a generation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lea Thompson joins Taboo for a scene-by-scene journey through Back to the Future and the creation of Lorraine McFly. She revisits the Calvin Klein bedroom scene, the car kiss, Enchantment Under the Sea and Johnny B. Goode while explaining how Michael J. Fox’s arrival changed the movie after Eric Stoltz was replaced. Lea also shares stories about Crispin Glover, Christopher Lloyd and Robert Zemeckis, reflects on portraying five versions of Lorraine across the trilogy and explains why the original film still connects with generations of fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hocus Pocus stars Vinessa Shaw and Omri Katz join Taboo for a scene-by-scene celebration of the beloved Halloween classic. The actors behind Allison and Max revisit the Black Flame Candle, the “yabos” scene, the Burning Rain of Death and Bette Midler’s iconic “I Put a Spell on You” performance. They reveal how they landed their roles, discuss a screen test involving a young Leonardo DiCaprio and share the lessons they learned from director Kenny Ortega. Omri also opens up about getting high during production and the day Kenny confronted him on set. Vinessa and Omri reflect on working alongside Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy before explaining how Hocus Pocus grew from a box-office disappointment into a Halloween tradition embraced by generations of fans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Whalin joins Taboo for a Halloween deep dive into Child’s Play 3 and his experience taking over the role of Andy Barclay. He reveals how multiple puppeteers brought Chucky to life, how Andy’s trauma shaped his performance, what went into Chucky’s unforgettable death scene, and why the killer doll’s humor helped transform him into a genuine horror icon. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the making and lasting legacy of one of the most memorable chapters in the Child’s Play franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Tisha Campbell’s new book, The A Word: A Mother’s Journey Through Autism and Love: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0063446480?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Tisha Campbell joins Taboo to revisit becoming Gina on Martin, the real friendship behind Gina and Pam, and the off-camera jokes that became part of the show. She also shares stories about Eddie Murphy and Boomerang, getting fired from Blossom, learning comedy, working with Damon Wayans and the deeply personal journey behind The A Word. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices