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IHEARTRADIO: AUTHOR JOE HILL + JEN VIENS + ACTOR WILL ARNETT

On the Saturday December 20, 2025 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet author Joe Hill. His bestselling novels & short stories have inspired hit adaptations like “Locke & Key,” “Horns,” and “The Black Phone,” as well as “In the Tall Grass” (which he adapted for film and co-wrote the novella of with his father Stephen King.) Today we’ll talk about “King Sorrow,” a genre-bending horror epic that spans 25 years. It follows six college friends who summon a dragon using a book bound in human skin. Each year, they must choose a sacrifice—or become one.

Then we get to know Jen Viens. They work in both film and theatre across Canada. When Jen is not wearing one of their many hats on set or on stage, they coach actors of all ages and keep productions safe and creative as an Intimacy Coordinator

Then we spend some time with Will Arnett. The Canadian born actor, comedian, and producer is known for his voice roles, particularly as the title character in the Netflix series BoJack Horseman and as Batman in “The Lego Movie” franchise. He is also famous for his live-action roles, most notably G.O.B. Bluth in “Arrested Development.” He is also the host for the US version of “LEGO Masters.”

He has been Primetime Emmy Award-nominated for “Arrested Development,” “30 Rock,” and “BoJack Horseman.” Since 2020, he has hosted the Fox reality series Lego Masters. Arnett began co-hosting the comedy podcast “SmartLess” alongside Sean Hayes and Jason Bateman.

Today we talk about his new film “Is This Thing On?” In the film, which is already getting Oscar buzz, he plays Alex, who, after many years with Tess, played by Laura Dern, reach an amicable end to their marriage. As they figure out how to live separately while raising two boys and maintaining their friendships, Alex discovers stand up comedy and, in the process, learns more about himself and his relationship.

Listen to the whole thing HERE! (Link coming soon)

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Each week on the nationally syndicated Richard Crouse Show, Canada’s most recognized movie critic brings together some of the most interesting and opinionated people from the movies, television and music to put a fresh spin on news from the world of lifestyle and pop-culture. Tune into this show to hear in-depth interviews with actors and directors, to find out what’s going on behind the scenes of your favourite shows and movies and get a new take on current trends. Recent guests include Chris Pratt, Elvis Costello, Baz Luhrmann, Martin Freeman, David Cronenberg, Mayim Bialik, The Kids in the Hall and many more!

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CTV NEWS AT 6:00: MOVIES AND TV SHOWS TO STREAM THIS WEEKEND!

I appear on “CTV News at 6” with anchor Andria Case to talk about the weekend’s best movies in theatres. We have a look at the political drama “Ella McCay,” the kid-friendly horror of “Dust Bunny” and holiday horrors of “Silent Night, Deadly Night.”

Watch the whole thing HERE! (Starts at 37:03)

ENTERTAINMENT IS BROKEN: GOLDEN GLOBES, NETFLIX AND MORE!

In this episode of ‘Entertainment is Broken’, Richard Crouse and Sarah Hanlon delve into the complexities of award season, discussing the Golden Globe nominations, notable snubs, and the evolving role of hosts. They explore the significance of the Golden Globes in the current entertainment landscape, the impact of streaming on theatrical releases, and the emotional weight of personal stories in music. The conversation also touches on Quentin Tarantino’s controversial remarks about actors and the irreplaceable experience of watching films in theatres. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of shared experiences in cinema and the ongoing dialogue about entertainment.

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@EntertainmentIsBroken

Listen: https://pod.link/1855097197

Entertainment Is Broken is a Brittlestar production. Enjoy!

CFRA IN OTTAWA: NEWS ON NETFLIX VS. PARAMOUNT VS. WARNER BROS.

I sit in on the CFRA Ottawa morning show with host Bill Carroll to discuss the current bidding war taking place over ownership of Warner Bros. and how this will impact the entertainment industry.

Listen to the whole thing HERE!

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ENTERTAINMENT IS BROKEN: Have Concert Tickets Become Too Expensive?

How much would you actually pay to see your favourite artist… and how much is too much?

In this episode of Entertainment Is Broken, Richard and Sarah start with a simple question about concert tickets and end up wandering through Bell’s Palsy pirate chic, David Bowie devotion, reality TV divorce drama, and whether Die Hard is officially a Christmas movie now that the Willis family says so (spoiler: it is).

Listen HERE!

ENTERTAINMENT IS BROKEN: EPISODE ONE IS UP AND ON THE CHARTS!

“Entertainment Is Broken” producer Brittlestar on why he created the show!

“Awhile ago I realized that there are lots of Canadian pop-culture shows but precious few CANADIAN entertainment shows. 

“Not shows that deal only with Canada’s entertainment industry but rather shows that don’t exclude Canada’s entertainment industry. 

“So, we created Entertainment Is Broken. 

“Produced by the same team that brings you Politics Is Broken, Entertainment Is Broken is a weekly podcast hosted by entertainment news icon Richard Crouse and co-hosted by reality show and pop culture queen Sarah Hanlon. 

“Join them as they cover everything entertainment from around the world through a Canadian lens. 
Movies, Television, Streaming, Music, Social, Books, Whatever. 

“This inaugural episode delivers a full run through the entertainment landscape as entertainment insiders Richard Crouse and Sarah Hanlon break down the latest headlines, rule on cultural controversies in Pop Culture Courtroom, and highlight the movies, shows, music, books, and games you shouldn’t miss. Insightful, entertaining, and very them.

“Enjoy it. I can’t wait for them to start fighting.”

Listen to the show, which debuted in the Top 40 podcasts in the country, HERE!

RICHARD AND WILL ARNETT TALK “IS THIS THING ON?” AT SPECIAL PREVIEW AT TIFF!

Thanks to Disney and Searchlight for having me in to interview “Is This Thing On?” star Will Arnett onstage at TIFF last night. We talked about turning personal pain into stand-up comedy, working with pal Bradley Cooper and much more. Great night!
Check out the film’s trailer HERE!

 

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