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Commendable Commotion
by Commendable Commotion
Where the creative arts intersect with their sinister cousins- true crime and parapolitics. commendablecommotion.substack.com
Episodes
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The Panic in Bethel Park: EP 2
The second episode of a deep-dive into Thomas Crooks, who tried to assassinate Donald Trump in July 2024. Partial list of sources used: 'Bethel Park municipal website hacked'. CBS Pittsburgh (KDKA). March 21st, 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gw2x9-C5ack 'Weapons, drugs and explosive…
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Stanley Kubrick, Mohamed Al-Fayed & the Death of Princess Diana
I was a guest on the latest episode of Steven Snider's podcast 'The Farm'. In the episode, re-uploaded here, I described my recent meeting with Stanley Kubrick's personal assistant, Emilio D'Alessandro. I told Steven about the bizarre, creepy events that befell the production of Kubrick's final...
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The Panic in Bethel Park: EP 1
The opening overture to a deep examination of Thomas Matthew Crooks, who tried to assassinate Donald Trump on July 13th 2024. Partial list of sources used for this episode: WTAE-TV Pittsburgh, Channel 4 Action News. July 13th 2024 broadcast. 'Police comb through Thomas Matthew Crooks' van that…
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Advice for Indy Filmmakers with Vinnie Vineyard & Luke Walker
Filmmakers Vinnie Vineyard and Luke Walker give their advice on independent production, particularly distribution and scriptwriting. My documentary 'Mothman: The Film That Never Was' is coming very soon. Check out the trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwIXOmvQPj8 Also check out Vinnie and...
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The Hunter S. Thompson Enigma (with Henry Vinson & Zach Glenn)
A new side of renowned writer Hunter S. Thompson is presented here exclusively. We talk to Henry Vinson, convicted in 1990 for running a large “male escort service” in Washington D.C. For the first time, he describes his interactions with Thompson, & the late Gonzo journalist’s close friendship...
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The Years of Lead with Dr. Alexander Reid Ross
Today I talk to Dr. Alexander Reid Ross from Portland State University. He writes and hosts the excellent Years of Lead Podcast, examining Italy’s turbulent Cold War years and the murky, covert forces in the background. We also discuss two filmmakers who have made interesting movies relating to...
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'The Panic in Bethel Park' preview - Journalist Ken Silva's new info
In this preview for my upcoming project, 'The Panic in Bethel Park', journalist Ken Silva relates a small but significant new detail he recently uncovered about the investigation into the July 13th 2024 assassination attempt of Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania.Follow me for updates on this...
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Mothman Festival 2024 - Matthew Tannam-Elgie Presents 'Mothman: The Film That Never Was'
On September 21st, I gave a talk prior to the premiere of my new documentary ‘Mothman: The Film That Never Was’. The event took place at the 2024 Mothman Festival in Point Pleasant, West Virginia. The audience consisted mainly of festival attendees from elsewhere in the United States, several…
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The Mysterious Clack Mountain with Tom Byron
With Halloween coming up, filmmaker Tom L. Byron talks to me about 'Clack Mountain', a mysterious landmark near his home in Morehead, Kentucky. Strange tales of devil worship have surrounded this place for years. You'll also hear the strange story of a local woman named Donna Markwell, who was...
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Filming 'Mothman: The Film That Never Was' with Mark Lopez
In anticipation of my upcoming documentary 'Mothman: The Film That Never Was', now's a good time to upload this chat between myself and Mark Lopez. Mark is a former West Virginia and Ohio resident who assisted me greatly in filming the Ohio Valley region for my documentary. Check out his YouTube...
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Nick Bryant on his new Watergate book
Journalist Nick Bryant, who published Jeffrey Epstein's contact book in 2015, talks to me about his new book 'The Truth About Watergate'. Make sure to follow @The Nick Bryant Podcast Check out the trailer for my upcoming documentary 'Mothman: The Film That Never Was':...
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Film Strategies with William 'Wilky' Fain
Tennessee-based filmmaker William 'Wilky' Fain joins me to give advice on all stages of film production, from prep to post. Check out Wilky's work below: https://www.facebook.com/williamfainproductions Follow me on the socials for updates about my upcoming documentary 'Mothman: The Film That…
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Studying the Macabre with Cian from Wide Atlantic Weird
Today I talk to 'Cian', creator and host of the Wide Atlantic Weird podcast. It's a brilliant podcast where the facts behind creepy legends are examined to determine the veracity of said legends. You can find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts! Look out for my…
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Lobster Magazine with Robin Ramsay
Robin Ramsay, co-founder and editor of Lobster Magazine, talks about how he started out in journalism and when his publication gained national attention in the 1980s for its coverage of a mysterious political scandal. Robin's appearance in 'After Dark' (1988):...
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Understanding Deep Crime with George from CAVDEF (Part Two)
Part two of my interview with George, the lead researcher at CAVDEF.org. George walks us through a second example of a 'Deep Crime' with multiple layers- the tragic JonBenét Ramsey case. Follow George on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAVDEF_George Follow Commendable Commotion on Twitter, Facebook...
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Understanding Deep Crime with George from CAVDEF (Part One)
George from CAVDEF.org talks about the concept of "Deep Crime" and the extraordinary work he has undertaken investigating parapolitics and true crime. Part one of two. CAVDEF: https://cavdef.org George from CAVDEF on Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAVDEF_George Follow Commendable Commotion on...
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Elisa Lam: Reflections with John Lordan
John Lordan, creator & host of the true crime YouTube channel LordanArts, reflects on his career & his in-depth investigation into the tragic death of Canadian tourist Elisa Lam. John also talks about when he was interviewed for the Netflix documentary 'Crime Scene: The Vanishing at the Cecil...
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A Film Odyssey with Wing Flanagan
Filmmaker Wing Flanagan talks about his childhood discovery of cinema, his short film 'Kanashimi' & submitting movies to international festivals. Wing also describes what he saw while visiting the set of the iconic 1983 movie 'Scarface'. Subscribe to Wing Flanagan on YouTube:...
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Epstein: Before & After with Nick Bryant
Writer Nick Bryant, the man who published Jeffrey Epstein's contact book in 2015, talks about why he started his podcast & about the very dark topics he & his guests examine on it. Nick also reflects on when he was the focus of a 2019 Vanity Fair piece commending his work, & offers advice for...
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Theatre Directing with Jason Byrne
Freelance theatre director Jason Byrne describes how he started directing high-profile shows in venues like Dublin's Abbey Theatre, and gives highly useful advice for aspiring creatives. Follow Commendable Commotion on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook: https://twitter.com/CommCommotion...
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Theatre Writing with Sean MacDhonnagain
In this interview, theatre writer Sean MacDhonnagain talks about how he got into his craft and offers his advice to aspiring creatives. Follow Commendable Commotion on Twitter & Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085030901599 https://twitter.com/CommCommotion More interviews...
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Cold Coffee Press with Sean Moriarty
Sean Moriarty is a former film and English literature student who co-runs the website Cold Coffee Press, which features reviews and essays on cinema, literature and music. Cold Coffee Press:...
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Nightmare Masterclass with David Stockdale
In this interview, I'll be talking to Nightmare Masterclass creator David Stockdale. Nightmare Masterclass is a YouTube channel that aims to end "the arbitrary divide between online horror, pop culture, and theory". David also created and hosts the podcast Nightmare Tonight. Nightmare…
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The Real Blair Witch with Eduardo Sanchez
Eduardo Sanchez, co-director of The Blair Witch Project (1999) talks about making one of the most influential horror films of all time and his reaction to the worldwide success it received. Eduardo also gives his thoughts on a disturbing crime some say was inspired by his film, and the recently...
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Theatre & Digital Technology with Ciaran Gallagher
In this interview, freelance theatre director & sound designer Ciaran Gallagher talks about his work with Headstuff.org & others, the importance of marketing & the opportunities digital technology offers to creatives. Some of Ciaran's work include the amazing audio projects 'They're Only…
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Second Rate Film School - Andrew Waas Interview
Andrew Waas is a filmmaker and former film student who uses humor and sarcasm to examine well-known and obscure media in equal measure. He is the creator and co-host of the podcast and YouTube channel Second Rate Film School, and he also runs AWaas Productions. Second Rate Film School:...
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Acting & Comedy with Conall Walsh
Conall Walsh is an Irish actor and comedian who has recently moved to Toronto from Dublin. Conall is a seasoned stage actor, having trained at the Dublin Acady of Dramatic Arts and Bow Street Academy. Prominent performances include Richard in The Seafarer, Edmund in King Lear and Justice Danforth...
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Film & Writing with Thomas Mozden
Thomas Mozden has written numerous film essays and reviews for Headstuff.org and has also contributed to Books Ireland magazine. During my days in the Film and Video Society at University College Dublin, Thomas organised the Cineclub where students would watch thought-provoking films and discuss...
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On Filmmaking with Philip Emo
Philip Emo is the producer and screenwriter of several short films. His short films 'Breastfriends,’ ‘Speak to Her,’ and ‘Cease,’ have screened at various high profile film festivals, raking the Best Irish Short Gaze Film Festival Award; Best Writing, Royal Television Society Awards & Best Irish...
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