Episode 56
What role does the tiger shark play in the Jaws Universe? Is there a deep historical significance between Quint and the tiger shark?
A huge leap forward! The Book of Quint now is now represented by the William Pettit Agency in Atlanta, Georgia. Literary representation AND book-to-film development.
Episode 55
Who was Aurthur BenDavid and how did he change the movie Jaws forever?
What is the history behind Quint's harpoon rifle, not just for the production of Jaws, but what purpose does it serve within the Jaws Universe?
Orca Specialist Jon Tedder is on deck to offer insight into this legendary piece of cinematic armament.
In Memory of Arthur BenDavid
Episode 54
What genre does Jaws fit into? Horror? Action/Adventure? Drama? How about all three?
The key to finding the answer is within the John Williams effect.
What are the elements of a horror movie and how do they relate to Jaws.
More Book of Quint reviews from early readers.
Episode 53
A listener email question sets the wheels in motion to analyzing the infamous "A Whaaat" line. Were the three fishermen in Jaws a device used by Steven Spielberg to establish context in the movie? Who are they and what are their names?
Who is the Jaws Lando?
John Williams walks back retirement plans.
More book reviews to the Book of Quint from early readers.
Episode 52
In order to have subtext, context needs to be given. What is context and how does JAWS utilize it to give subtext to scenes later in the film?
Mayor Vaughn's fake cigarette.
Book of Quint contest winners announced.
Listener emails and thoughts on Mrs. Kitner's $3,000 bounty.
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Episode 51
What is subtext? How does Director Steven Spielberg's mastering the use of subtext at age 26 make Jaws the memorable movie we know it to be?
Emails and reviews of the Book of Quint.
Episode 50
Prepare to learn about JAWS with ground-level historical accuracy by a man who was there on set for the entire production. Construction Foreman Marty Milner joins the show and brings us inside the production like never before.
Marty then gives his complete review of The Book of Quint and takes the show to a level of insight like never before.
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Episode 49
Why was Hooper trying to spit into his dive mask? What was happening with Hooper's body that made him unable to spit? These questions are researched and answered, while also taking a deep look into the editing choices of Verna Fields during this scene.
The Book of Quint has been shipped to all campaign backers and is starting to land into reader's hands. Listener emails are read.
Article about Spielberg apologizing to the sharks is addressed in regard to The Book of Quint and the future of the Jaws Universe.
The first full spoiler-free Book of Quint review by John from Utica, NY.
Episode 48
The Jaws Obsession is now one year old, and we read listener emails to answer some questions on Jaws and what direction to take the show in the second year.
The Book of Quint is now shipping out to campaign backers.
Jon Tedder of Quint's Sharkin' Shack has given Jaws Obsession listeners a discount code of JAWSOB for 25% off your entire order now to February 2nd.
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Thanks for listening to everyone in the Jaws Obsession!
Episode 47
Orca specialist, Jon Tedder, joins the show to discuss various topics surrounding the Orca such as the font style in the Orca lettering and who originally designed those letters. What are the origins of the vessel known as the Warlock? We also solve the mystery of the disappearing fighting chair in the movie Jaws.
The winner of the 2nd Jaws Obsession giveaway is announced. Special thanks to FMC Built and Noel Constantino.
Episode 46
How did "Show Me the Way to Go Home" get used in Jaws and what is the significance of its use within the Jaws Universe. A deep dive into the history of the famous song.
Noel Constantino featured in a Super Fan Spotlight #3 and a special Jaws Obsession trivia contest with a Jaws prize from Noel's FMC Built etsy.com shop. The first to email the answer to JawsOB2025@gmail.com wins!
The Jaws Obsession reaches top 5% of all podcasts in the global rankings from listennotes.com.
Episode 45
What is Jaws Timing? Examples from the 1974 production of Jaws and the writing of the Book of Quint are given to define what is known as Jaws Timing.
The winner of the Brody Calendar Contest is announced.
Ian Shaw is presented with The Book of Quint. A goal that was set over a year ago became a reality during a significant date in the Jaws Universe. The entire story is detailed in the second half of the episode.
Episode 44
Was it 1971 or 1974? The mystery is solved surrounding the Brody kitchen calendar. In doing so, we learn some interesting facts surrounding the history of that calendar.
The first Jaws Obsession giveaway contest courtesy of Quint's Sharkin' Shack and Jon Tedder.
Also, first look of The Book of Quint as the proofs are on deck for their moment in the spotlight.
Episode 43
Ellen Brody has a great influence on the events of Jaws. If we follow the clues, and a very specific scene, we can learn more about her relationship with Martin. A little history into the Brody family and analyzing the support roles Ellen and Martin both have for each other.
Listener Emails and the Brody wall calendar mystery.
The Book of Quint heads to the printers and to celebrate the table of contents is available on the show notes.
Episode 42
Not only can the wardrobe by the characters in Jaws be easter eggs and give us hints into their history, but how they wear them can also be an easter egg as well.
Listener emails lead to more Jaws information and great ideas for future episodes.
Quentin Tarantino believes Jaws is the greatest movie of all time.
The Book of Quint donates 10% of money raised on Indiegogo to Beneath the Waves to support shark research and conservation.
Episode 40
What makes Jaws such a fast-paced thrill ride? Why can't the sequels or modern-day shark movies replicate it?
Intense analytical look into the mechanics of Jaws in comparison to other movies to reveal the big secret behind it all.
Thanks to all the listeners for the support and encouragement. It means a lot. We are all in the Jaws Obsession together.
Show notes & photos: https://t.me/jawsob
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Episode 39
Orca Expert Jon Tedder is back to help answer listener emails and analyze articles on the recent Jaws showing at the box office.
Did the Orca have one or two propellers or one?
What exactly was "Jaws 3 People 0" and how did this set the tone for the next four decades of the Jaws franchise? This is how they viewed the greatest movie of all time.
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Episode 38
Another groundbreaking revelation exists just below the surface of Jaws. This tension is revealed in great detail using clues and analytics from the movie Jaws.
Did the two chapters from the Book of Quint featured in Episode 37 provide us with more details into the backstory of this tension?
Episode 37
A window into an expanded Jaws Universe. How can these two chapters featuring a 34-year-old Quint reveal new details into the hidden tension simmering under the surface in Jaws?
A reading from The Book of Quint: Chapters 16 and 17
Performed by Rick Staropoli
Directed by Tiffany Staropoli
Produced and edited by Scott Fitzgerald
Written by Ryan Dacko
Episode 36
Continuing our review of the Quint and Hooper father/son dynamic that has been discovered with information in Jaws. How does the movie change when we understand this dynamic?
Scott Fitzgerald of ROC Vox Recording and Production visits the show to make a surprise announcement for the Jaws Obsession and the Book of Quint. Exciting times ahead.
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Show notes & photos: https://t.me/jawsob