Such a fun episode today! Donick Cary is a writer, producer, documentary filmmaker, dad, fan of the Washington Football Team (or Commanders) and so much more! Today, we discuss his writing contributions to Parks and Rec on the "Dopplegangers", "One in 8,000" and "Gryzzlbox" episodes! We get into naming Gryzzl, Sam Elliott fandom, and more!

We also talk about his wonderful documentary, Hail to the Breadsticks, a documentary that explores and discusses the history of the Washington Commanders by learning from Native Americans and their culture. I loved talking to him about the intense themes and how comedy is interwoven in this story. Please check them out at the Alexandria Film Festival Nov 13th at 7:30pm for their first DC area premiere!

Thank you Donick for getting up early to have this conversation and for being so generous with your time!

Links:

Alexandria Film Festival Tickets! 7:30pm on Nov 13th

https://alxfilmfestival2026.eventive.org/schedule

https://www.hailtothebreadsticks.org/

Hail to the Breadsticks IG: https://www.instagram.com/hailtothebreadsticks/?hl=en

Donick Cary IG: https://www.instagram.com/donickcary/?hl=en

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We have a special treat today! Please welcome Ian Phillips, Production Designer to the pod! We learn so much in this episode! We talk about the difference between an Art Decorator and a Production Designer, plus the many tasks this role carries. We also discuss the pigeons in Season 1 to create the outdoor space (because I had to), the locations, new technology, and how closely he worked with the producers to create the Parks vision! PLUS, don't forget, Ian is our resident sign store owner, and we learn how closely that role resembles his real life 😂😂

Currently, he's working on A Man On the Inside (another Schurverse show of course), so please be sure to keep an eye out for that!

Thank you so much Ian for talking with us, what a fantastic time!!!

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Happy October! A new season, a new episode, a new change. :) Today, we round out the futures of the Parks gang. The swing gets fixed (without a thank you, in true Parks fashion), Ron takes an exciting new job, Chris and Ann make an appearance, and Leslie is finally ready.

Big shouts to Mike Schur and Greg Daniels for creating this show, teaching us about the importance of incrementalism, community and trying to do it with people you love. Cast and crew, we are forever indebted to you for creating our comfort show, and creating a home for us to always return to.

Big shouts to YOU for listening, for rating, for reviewing, for being with us and supporting us as we learn about our favorite TV show. Please keep the love coming by interacting on social media or emailing or however you can, even if it's volunteering at a Park or just GOING to a Park! Don't forget - there's always a Leslie out there, and there's always a Parks gang out there, so be kind and be good. <3

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