Director's Cut: Recent Episodes
James Malouf and Seth Habhegger
Your local arts & entertainment show. There are so many wonderfully talented individuals in the area that we needed a show to feature them all. WFHR Program Director James Malouf & Head of Production Seth Habhegger will preview local productions, what's new on your small and big screen, music, books, and they'll welcome local artists & musicians for great conversations and performances. They'll also be taking audience feedback and requests! It's artists supporting artists, in their own words. Listen Live: 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday
James and Seth welcome director Joe Nowinski and cast member Susan Edgren to discuss the upcoming outdoor production of "Romeo & Juliet" at the Schmeeckle Amphitheatre. Get your tickets here!
Guests: Susan Edgren, Joe Nowinski
Nashville musician Kenny P joins James and Seth for a discussion about his history, his influences, why it's impossible to pigeonhole what type of artist he is and why he loves to tour in Wisconsin.
Guest: Kenny P
James chats with Laurie Schneider, author of "Gittel" the story of a Jewish family fleeing European Pogroms to Arpin Wisconsin. Arpin was site to the only Jewish agricultural settlement in Wisconsin. Schneider details her family's connection to this story, and much more.
Guests: James J. Malouf, Laurie Schneider
James & Seth chat with Sawyer Weidman, director of the award-winning short film "Adagio." Sawyer discusses growing up in Wisconsin Rapids, his influences, and what it take to make an independent film.
Guest: Sawyer Weidman
James and Seth talk with Susan Edgren (the woman responsible for them meeting each other) to discuss cwACT upcoming show and it's focus on dementia and Alzheimer's. Then the boys talk about roles that actors were happy to have passed up on.
Guest: Susan Edgren
James and Seth are joined by filmmaker Nathan Deming to discuss Action! Wisconsin, his film series, and the Wisconsin Film Festival.
Guest: Nathan Deming
James and Seth chat with Cathy Meils about the founding of WRCT, her life in Europe, and writing for Variety magazine.
Guest: Cathy Meils
Seth and James talk with Pam Hilke about her many years at WFHR, how she started in radio, and what she does behind the scenes.
Guest: Pam Hilke
Join James as he speaks with comedian Colin Mochrie (Who's Line Is It, Anyway?) and hypnotist Asad Mecci about their hypnosis/improv show coming to the Grand Theater in Wausau on Saturday, January 25th.
Guests: Colin Mochrie, Asad Mecci
James and Seth talk with Briah about What The Muppet going on hiatus, how to keep focus on creative things when dealing with distractions, and find some Thanksgiving themed movies.
Guest: Briah Hoyt
James, Seth and Beth discuss the creative process on the show, then get into the greatest Disney characters of all time.
Guest: Beth Rohn-Habhegger
The crew from WFHR/WIRI read spooky stories and poems for the Halloween season. Originally broadcast from 4-6 pm Halloween Night 2024 on WFHR.
Guests: Melissa Kaye, Beth Rohn-Habhegger, Pam Hilke, Laura Bergh, Chuck Gennaro
Seth and James discuss weird celebrity burial items, then celebrate 2 years of Director's Cut with a segment from the very first couple of shows.
James and Seth go waaaaay back and talk about The Gold Rush (1925) and The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920).
Brittney talks about her career and why she became a meteorologist and storm chaser and Melissa joins the boys in discussing the recent movie Twisters.
Guests: Melissa Kaye, Brittney Merlot
Seth and James talk with Teri Barr about her career in broadcasting (radio & TV) and what she does for Civic Media. Then the boys talk about the actors with the most movie credits all time.
Guest: Teri Barr
James and Seth take a deep dive into two very different movies: Arsenic and Old Lace (1944) and Equilibrium (2002).
Boone talks about how the band formed, their many and varied influences, and where to catch them live.
Guest: Boone Froggett
Seth and James discuss the upcoming production of The Merry Wives of Windsor with the director and cast that will be taking place August 15th - 18th at the Schmeeckle Reserve.
Guests: Susan Edgren, Nick Nuber, Amber Fait
Seth and James talk with Jane Matenaer and Greg Bach about their backgrounds, working for Civic Media, and where they got their senses of humor.
Guests: Jane Matenaer, Greg Bach
Seth and James finally get to introduce their long gestating podcast "But I Digress..." by going in-depth on the films "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie" and "The Fisher King".
Professional actor Joel Goodness talks about the upcoming production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat, working with Nic Cage, and dancing at the Academy Awards.
Guest: Joel Goodness
Hillary Hastings and Noel Kathryn talk about their characters, the process of rehearsing for a musical, and the financial challenges the WCT are currently facing.
Guests: Hillary Hastings, Noel Kathryn
Executive Director Gretchen Powers talks about the past season, the children's productions coming in summer, and the 2024-25 Mainstage season.
Guest: Gretchen Powers
James and Seth talk Academy Award buzz, what movies people are looking forward to in 2024, and trigger warnings that should be on certain tropes.
Jordan talks about his summer, Save Point's breakup, and plays live.
Guest: Jordan Bain
The gang discusses Christmas traditions in other culture's, which traditions here are overhyped, and the most re-watchable Christmas movies.
Guest: Melissa Kaye
James and Seth review some of the most interesting people they talked to over the past year.
James and Seth discuss the musicians they have interviewed over the first season of Director's Cut and play some killer tracks.
Kylar plays live and talks about her current and future gigs around the state. Audio taken from the Sunrise Show on WIRI.
Guest: Kylar Kuzio
Kylar talks about her influences, her process for writing songs, and shares some of her recorded tracks.
Guest: Kylar Kuzio
Beth talks about the recent book sale at the Moravian Church, the Winters Farmer's Market, cwACT's upcoming production of Crazy For You, and fun with Disney characters.
Guest: Beth Rohn-Habhegger
Bria and the guys talk all things Muppets, including Bria and James podcast "What The Muppet", the best Muppet duets, and memorable guest stars on the original show.
Guest: Bria Ann Krueger
Gretchen talks about her journey to becoming the new ED, what she hopes to bring to the community, and the upcoming mainstage season.
Guest: Gretchen Powers
Pete shares some of his recordings, talks about his life in music, and tells of his almost involvement with the film The Exorcist.Guest: Pete Revelle
The boys talk about the upcoming FRM Fest, the trials of an Iranian filmmaker, Disney’s possible reboot of Firefly, and the 12 most over-hyped movies.
Mary Jo talks about her new book, growing up in Minnesota, her colorful work history, and writing and performing on Mystery Science Theater 3000.Guest: Mary Jo Pehl
Anna talks about writing both instrumentals and songs with lyrics, her health struggles, playing live again and shares some recordings.Guest: Anna Rebecca
Michael discusses his upbringing in Australia, living and performing in the US, and his songwriting and we present some of his recordings.Guest: Michael Charles
David talks about his background, his writing, his photography, and his activism in the community.Guest: David Farmbrough
Seth and James discuss the possible demise of the summer blockbuster, go over the shows cancelled at the end of the TV season, and look at ad-libbed lines and scenes in movies that became iconic.
Marybeth and Owen discuss what brought them together, the process of creating a musical, and where things are going from here.Guests: Marybeth Lorbiecki, Owen Olson
Tim talks about the success of last season, the upcoming mainstage season, the children’s theater this summer, and moving on to a new career.Guest: Tim Young
Lars, Mark and Milo reminisce about Jeff, tell stories of his talent and exploits, and play some of his recordings.Guests: Milo Plante, Mark Larson, Lars Steinke
Bria talks about her latest writing projects, being an officiant at weddings and talks about movies with the perfect cast.Guest: Bria Ann Krueger
Legendary Central Wisconsin band talks about their 34 year history, personnel changes, recording albums, and, of course, some killer tracks.Guest: The Lizardz
Rick and David discuss the many aspects of suicide, including signs, treatment and where to get help.Guests: Rick Humphries, David Strong
James and Seth talk about what’s new on the small and big screen, Disney’s announcements of new Star Wars movies and what that means, and the new Discovery +/HBO Max streaming service.
Jordan discusses songwriting, his group Save Point, and performs live.Guest: Jordan Bain
Chris talks about performing, his various bands, writing songs and performs live.Guest: Chris Lee
Joel talks about his career as a professional actor including working on cruise ships, being in a hit Broadway musical, and guest starring on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.Guest: Joel Goodness
Rick shares his writing process, his inspirations, and some of his poems.Guest: Rick Humphries
Seth and James talk with Alexis about her career, what bands she sings with now, and play some of her recordings.Guest: Alexis Walton
Seth and James talk to Chase about his musical influences, performing live, and listening to him perform several songs.Guest: Chase Keuntjes
Jane, Joan and Jeff discuss the creative process, how they came to write poetry, and share some of their work.Guests: Jane Osypowski, Jeff Johannes, Joan Johannes
Amber and Wendy discuss the show “1974” (written by local author Mike Edgren) and the process of putting a character together.Guests: Amber Fait, Wendy Minch
Brad talks with Seth and James about the songwriting process, his new album, and his summer tour.Civic Media
Mozelle and Mystique discuss the upcoming production at Wisconsin Rapids Community Theater.
Seth and James look at what’s new on the small and big screen this weekend, actors’ who have turned down roles out of spite, and television controversies through the decades.
Ben discusses upcoming appearances, the creative process and shares several songs, including tracks from his upcoming album including “Upon A Red January” and “Grow Young”.
James and Seth review the year 2022 in entertainment, a look ahead to TV and streaming shows coming in January and February, and a further look at movies in the first part of the year.
The James Gang enters prime time to discuss their top 5 holidays, weird and terrifying Christmas films, favorite holiday specials, and celebrity Christmas albums that time forgot.
Bria and the boys talk about the release of her new short story “The World Ends Christmas Day”, then Seth and James discuss the best Christmas movies of the 2000s and wrap up the show with favorite classic holiday films.
James and Seth talk about the local music scene, WRCT’s Miracle on 34th Street, Shut Up and Take My Money!, and the premier of the Mighty Rapids Art Players first audio drama, Art-Net.
Bria discusses her process for writing, what it’s like to self publish, and her podcast Hi-Ho Pistachio.
James and Seth look at the local theater scene, what’s coming up on the big screen through the end of the year, Correcting Myth-Takes about Johnny Ace and the Princess Bride, and Seth’s ARNOLD story.
Tim and Beth discuss how WRCT works behind the scenes, how plays are chosen, and what’s coming up in the future.
James and Seth interview the cast of the cwACT production, then recommend some good movies for Halloween, and discuss James Gunn takeover of the DC Extended Universe.