The Unscripted Files with Madelyn Cunningham
Candid conversations with the minds behind your favorite unscripted entertainment.
Displaying Episode 1 - 10 of 42 in total of The Unscripted Files with Madelyn Cunningham with the tag “tvproducer”.
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What's Changed the Industry the Most in 2025 with Emily Wilson
December 8th, 2025 | 18 mins 48 secs
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Ever wondered how your favorite unscripted shows come to life? The Unscripted Files dives deep into the minds behind reality TV, from creators and casting directors to the producers and showrunners that keep us all glued to the screen. Whether you’re a curious fan or an industry insider, this podcast uncovers the stories, lessons, and creativity fueling the entertainment we love.
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Wrapped: What My Guests Taught Me This Year
December 5th, 2025 | 17 mins 47 secs
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In this reflective episode, Madelyn Cunningham reviews the key insights and lessons learned from her podcast over the past year.
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Second Round Bids & Bridezillas: Unscripted Industry News with Emily Wilson
December 1st, 2025 | 8 mins 1 sec
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This Monday minisode of unscripted industry news with Emily Wilson discusses the latest developments in the bid for Warner Brothers Discovery, AMC's new all-reality streaming service and the revival of Bridezilla, as well as Bravo's upcoming spinoffs and reboots. A new board game IP has entered the chat with Shark Bite and Apple announces a culinary docuseries with Awkwafina.
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True Crime's Latest Genre Twist with Showrunner Diana Nolan
November 21st, 2025 | 48 mins 2 secs
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Diana Nolan shares her journey from a high school student producer to an executive producer in the true crime genre.
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Shopping, Sports & Spin-offs: Unscripted Industry News with Emily Wilson
November 17th, 2025 | 5 mins 45 secs
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In this Monday minisode, Madelyn and Emily Wilson discuss the latest trends in the entertainment industry, including new competition formats like 'Win The Mall' from Netflix, the rise of celebrity sports shows, and the growing influence of YouTube creators.
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The Production Gravy: In Praise of Associate Producers
November 14th, 2025 | 51 mins 39 secs
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Sebastien Basset, a seasoned associate producer, talks about the challenges of working on large culinary competition formats like 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing, Holiday Baking Championship, Spring Baking Championship and more.
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Everybody Wants This: Industry Sustainability with Reality of Change Founder Cyle Zezo
November 7th, 2025 | 48 mins 23 secs
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Cyle Zezo discusses his journey from working at the CW to founding Reality of Change, an initiative aimed at promoting sustainability in unscripted television.
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True Crime, Catan & Consolidation: Unscripted Industry News with Emily Wilson
November 3rd, 2025 | 5 mins 13 secs
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Madelyn Cunningham and Emily Wilson discuss the latest trends and news in the unscripted industry.
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Smooth Operator: Behind the Camera on Are You My First?
October 31st, 2025 | 34 mins 37 secs
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Jessica Arzate shares her journey in the film industry, highlighting her experiences in cinematography, the importance of mentorship, and her work on various reality TV shows, including 'Are You My First.'
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The Cost of "Pretty Good" with Nonfiction Hotlist Founder Adam Neuhaus
October 24th, 2025 | 58 mins 12 secs
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In this conversation, Adam Neuhaus discusses the complexities of development, the importance of understanding market trends, and the challenges of pitching projects.