A new discovery for The Jaws Obsession. The real-life inspiration for Quint's USS Indianapolis speech is identified.

Back from England, The Book of Quint is now in Robert Shaw's hometown of Westhoughton, Greater Manchester, UK. A replay of the speech introducing the book to Westhoughton.

The timeless appearance by cinema's most famous police department secretary, Polly, gives us clues into the history of the Amity Police Department if we pay attention to the details.

Haydn Wheeler of JawsOB UK joins the show to discuss the upcoming Book of Quint event in the UK on July 1st, 2023, in Westhoughton.

A deep look into the history of Pipit and the other canine appearances in Jaws. What does Pipit bring to the Jaws Universe? The Spielberg dogs become the Brody family dogs and one miniature poodle changes the course of Jaws history.

Visual clues given in the movie JAWS lead to a final conclusion showing how fisherman Ben Gardner died and what exactly happened aboard the Flicka during the hunt for the shark. Retired Police Detective Mugsy McGraw and Orca specialist Jon Tedder visit the show to add more pieces to the puzzle.

Still alive and kicking in the Jaws Obsession. Book of Quint and Jaws news. Listener emails. Screenplays for The Book of Quint completed. A Jurassic Park prequel idea gets some media buzz. What is Mr. Taft asking Brody on the beach? Does Quint have a military motivation in giving Hooper a hard time? So much to discuss!

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Jaws cinematographer, Wilmer "Bill" Butler has passed away at the age of 101. What did Bill Butler mean to the set of Jaws and director Spielberg? How can the example Bill set during the making of Jaws inspire us in our daily lives?

In Memory of Wilmer C. Butler (1921-2023)

What is the Jaws Generation? With the movie about to turn 50 years old, how has Jaws been received over the past 4 generations? How will the latest generation be introduced to Jaws?

Can a prequel usher in a new era for Jaws?

The Book of Quint screenplay(s)?

Early reader reviews and emails.

Happy St. Paddy's Day 2023!

A quick update on the current state of The Book of Quint

Audio replay of the live-stream appearance on the Shaun O'Rourke show from YouTube. Huge thanks to Shaun for creating the momentum!

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.

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

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.

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.

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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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.

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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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.

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!

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.

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.

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.