Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North

Follow! Subscribe! Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North is dropping next Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North is new podcast in which we deep  dive into the history behind your favorite Canadian Content. In each  series, author and producer Ryan Barnett tackles big topics like tax  shelter film-making, the disappearance of Casey and Finnegan, the meteoric rise of a little girl from Charlemagne, Quebec to her eventual   throne atop the world. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.Season One is dedicated to The Kids in the Hall; the history behind  this sketch comedy troupe and their influential series that ran for five  seasons on HBO and CBC.*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this Remembrance Day, Knockabout introduces a new limited series: The Black HumIn 1914, the Canadian government called on all able-bodied men to serve their country in the Great War. However, when Black men went to enlist, they were turned away. In this first episode in our new series, we look at those early years of the war, when Black Canadians found themselves having to fight for the right to fight.*Download our Discussing Questions for your class*Written & Hosted by Cindy CharlesProduced by Ryan Barnett & Cindy CharlesRecord by Tyler RaumanThis series features interviews with Lt. Jerome Downey, Sgt. Craig Smith, Douglas Ruck, and Lindsay Ruck.Additional voices by Keith Francis & Matthew BarnettA Knockabout Media ProductionThis podcast was made possible thanks to funding from Veterans Affairs Canada’s Commemorative Partnership Program.*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North is new podcast in which we deep dive into the history behind your favorite Canadian Content. In each series, author and producer Ryan Barnett tackles big topics like tax shelter film-making, the disappearance of Casey and Finnegan, the meteoric rise of a little girl from Charlemagne, Quebec to her eventual  throne atop the world. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Season 1 is dedicated to The Kids in the Hall; the history behind this sketch comedy troupe and their influential series that ran for five seasons on HBO and CBC.Full episodes of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North premiere November 2, 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E1: In this episode, we're focusing on the days before the Kids were the Kids. How did Kevin meet Dave? How did Bruce meet Mark? And where did Scott enter the picture? It's origin stories galore as we look back at the Canadian improv comedy scenes of the early 1980s.  Where to find: Buster: A Life in Pictures*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E2: In this episode, the Kids are together, performing as a group in the back room of The Rivoli on Toronto's Queen West. But will they stay together as they catch the eye of a talent scout from Saturday Night Live? Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Try Prime for 30 days by using our link: https://amzn.to/3FbEcKRWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett. Additional voices: Matt Barnett, Susan Passmore & Sonia Gemmiti. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKReading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Book Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E3: In this episode, the Kids find themselves apart. Bruce and Mark are in New York working as writers for SNL, while the other three tour Southern Ontario with Second City. But not all is going well. Their secret sauce may just be in performing together -- they just need to figure out how to stay together. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Try Prime for 30 days by using our link: https://amzn.to/3FbEcKRWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett. Additional voices: Matt Barnett, Susan Passmore & Sonia Gemmiti. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario.  Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKReading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Book Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E4: In this episode, the Kids await the premiere of their HBO special, hoping it will lead to bigger things. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. The Kids in the Hall series is available now on Amazon Prime.  Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Try Prime for 30 days by using our link: https://amzn.to/3FbEcKRWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett. Additional voices: Matt Barnett, Susan Passmore & Sonia Gemmiti. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Additional Music: Daniel Vodovoz Additional clips: UNMASKED podcast  Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKReading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Book Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E5: In this episode, Kids in the Hall is in full swing on HBO and CBC. The guys are beginning to gain notoriety, and rub elbows with celebrities. Then, a network shakeup threatens to upset the apple cart. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. *Content Advisory* This episode includes an archival excerpt from a sketch featuring a white actor in Yellowface.Written and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti.Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOK Reading/Viewing List: Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCow One Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNw This Book Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S1, E6: In this episode, the Kids in the Hall embark on making their feature film debut. They struggle to stay together as a troupe as opportunities begin to spring up for them as individuals. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Written and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti. Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKReading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Book Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BONUS: In this episode, I have a conversation with John Semley, author of This is a Book About the Kids in the Hall. We talk about each member of the troupe, the legacy of their show and their post-troupe careers. Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesSponsor Link: https://www.audibletrial.com/hollywoodnorthpodWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Try Prime for 30 days by using our link: https://amzn.to/3FbEcKRWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Follow  us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKReading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**Warning** This episode contains language that some may find offensive. BONUS: In this episode, I have a conversation with the man in the towel, the legend, an "interesting physical specimen": Paul Bellini. We talk about the early days of the troupe, working as a writer on the show, and origins of the Touch Bellini contest. Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesSponsor Link: https://www.audibletrial.com/hollywoodnorthpodWatch the entire Kids in the Hall series on Amazon Prime. Try Prime for 30 days by using our link: https://amzn.to/3FbEcKRWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario. Follow us on TWITTER and INSTAGRAM.Buy Mouth Congress' new double LP here: https://capturedtracks.com/artist/mouth-congress/Reading/Viewing List:Kids in the Hall: Complete Series https://amzn.to/3s5CCowOne Dumb Guy by Paul Meyers https://amzn.to/3MK4UNwThis Is a Book about the Kids in the Hall by John Semley https://amzn.to/3s8cn0L*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DEAD RINGERS. THE FLY. VIDEODROME. SCANNERS. The films of David Cronenberg have delighted horror fans, grossed out audiences and challenged censors for the last five decades. His name was at one time cursed in the halls of parliament for using public film funding—Canadian tax dollars—to make movies like SHIVERS and RABID; films that earned him the moniker the “Baron of Blood.” They inspired controversy, but his films were profitable, and in Ottawa, just like in Hollywood, money talks. Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario.Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store Music*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David is back from the Cannes Film Festival and he has a fire in his belly to make movies. He pens the script for a horror film entitled Orgy of the Blood Parasites. But getting his picture funded proves harder than he thought.Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario.Follow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store Music*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David is raked over the coals for his film SHIVERS. Will he kowtow to critics and censors as he attempts to mount his sophomore effort, a horror picture called "Mosquitoes"?Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario, CBC, Efrom AllenFollow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store Music*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use**This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David uses his art to work through his divorce and custody battle. He releases THE BROOD on a unsuspecting public, and the quickly follows it up with SCANNERS, his first hit in America.Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario, CBC, Efrom AllenFollow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store Music*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use**This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, David uncovers the secrets behind Videodrome and has a brush with The Dead Zone!Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario, CBC, Efrom AllenFollow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store MusicArchival Material: https://www.youtube.com/@MickGarrisInterviews*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use**This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our final episode on the life and work of filmmaker David Cronenberg, we're transported with The Fly, and seeing double with Dead Ringers.Discover the captivating stories behind Canada's film and television industry with 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood North,' the must-listen podcast that takes you deep into the making of iconic movies and the stars who shaped the history of Canadian filmmaking.Donate here to the Welcome Collective. Where to find: Buster: A Life in PicturesConsider becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/onceinhollywoodnorthWritten and Produced by Ryan Barnett | Co-producer Sonia Gemmiti. Additional voices: Matt Barnett & Sonia Gemmiti.Special archival audio courtesy of Retrontario, CBC, Efrom AllenFollow us @knockaboutmedia on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & TIKTOKFollow us @itsknockaboutmedia on FACEBOOK & YOUTUBETheme: Witches Brew by Party Store Music*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use**This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, literary journey, and the timeless impact of Anne of Green Gables on generations of readers.In this episode, we explore the formative years of author Lucy Maud Montgomery. We delve into her early life in Prince Edward Island and discuss the influences and experiences that shaped her writing, including the loss of her mother and the complexities of growing up in a strict household. Join us as we uncover how Montgomery’s youth laid the foundation for her beloved novels.Regional Mental Health Resources.Written & Hosted by Ryan BarnettProduced by Ryan Barnett & Sonia GemmitiAssociate Producers Maia Foster-Sanchez & Kristi ProphetRecorded by Tyler RaumanThis series features interviews with Kate Macdonald Butler, Kate Scarth, Jessica Young, Laura Robinson & Yuko Matsumoto.Additional voices by Candace Amarante & Matthew BarnettA Knockabout Media ProductionThis podcast was made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Canada.*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maud is now an adult. She attends teacher's college, gets engaged and falls in love (not necessarily in that order). She also begins writing the novel that will change her life: Anne of Green Gables.About This Series:Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, literary journey, and the timeless impact of Anne of Green Gables on generations of readers.Written & Hosted by Ryan BarnettProduced by Ryan Barnett & Sonia GemmitiAssociate Producers Maia Foster-Sanchez & Kristi ProphetRecorded by Tyler RaumanThis series features interviews with Kate Macdonald Butler, Kate Scarth, Jessica Young, Laura Robinson & Yuko Matsumoto.Additional voices by Candace Amarante & Matthew BarnettA Knockabout Media ProductionThis podcast was made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Canada.*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Maud is now a published author, and she is about to become a multi-hyphenate. In this episode, Maud also becomes a minister's wife, and a mother, and sadly she endures the greatest loss in her life.About This Series:Discover the life and legacy of L.M. Montgomery in this insightful 7-part podcast, in which we explore her childhood, literary journey, and the timeless impact of Anne of Green Gables on generations of readers.Written & Hosted by Ryan BarnettProduced by Ryan Barnett & Sonia GemmitiAssociate Producers Maia Foster-Sanchez & Kristi ProphetRecorded by Tyler RaumanThis series features interviews with Kate Macdonald Butler, Kate Scarth, Jessica Young, Laura Robinson & Yuko Matsumoto.Additional voices by Candace Amarante & Matthew BarnettA Knockabout Media ProductionThis podcast was made possible thanks to funding from the Government of Canada.*This program and all relevant content is for educational purposes only and to the best of our knowledge is being used under Fair Dealing/Fair Use Act guidelines and within Canadian and United States standards of fair dealing/fair use* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.