The Unscripted Files with Madelyn Cunningham
Episode Archive
Episode Archive
23 episodes of The Unscripted Files with Madelyn Cunningham since the first episode, which aired on January 7th, 2025.
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Rejection, Relationships & Reality TV: Lessons from a Development Pro
February 21st, 2025 | 45 mins 19 secs
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In this conversation, Madelyn Cunningham interviews Yael Egnal, a development consultant in the unscripted television industry. They discuss Yael's journey into development, the intricacies of crafting compelling pitches and treatments, and the importance of handling rejection gracefully.
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Escaping Polygamy Producer on Cults & Control
February 14th, 2025 | 37 mins 51 secs
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The producer of Escaping Polygamy and Secrets of Polygamy reveals how the show was created and the experience of helping cult survivors.
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POV: You're the Chopped Show Runner
February 7th, 2025 | 1 hr 19 mins
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Amy Stanford, the prolific show runner for Food Network's Chopped, shares her insights on the production process, the importance of problem-solving, and the emotional stakes involved in cooking competitions.
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Southern Charm: Behind the Blowouts
January 30th, 2025 | 1 hr 17 mins
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Host Madelyn Cunningham chats with friend and celebrity hair stylist Mac McAbee, who styles several cast members on Bravo's Southern Charm & Southern Hospitality.
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Confessions of a Top Model Producer
January 24th, 2025 | 1 hr 7 mins
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Development executive and veteran reality tv producer Maggie Zeltner reveals what it was like on set of the early days of America's Next Top Model, What Not To Wear, and fighting to bring Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge to HGTV.
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The Art of Casting Reality TV with Quinn Fegan
January 17th, 2025 | 59 mins 39 secs
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Host Madelyn Cunningham engages with Emmy award-winning casting director Quinn Fegan to explore the intricacies of casting in reality television, particularly focusing on shows like Queer Eye and Love Island USA.
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It's The Unscripted Files!
January 7th, 2025 | 1 min 7 secs
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Introducing your new favorite podcast - going behind the scenes with the creatives of the unscripted entertainment industry.