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The Spark Parade

Adam Unze - Music & Film Interviews

What’s the one album or film that changed everything for you?


Ever loved a movie or album so much it became part of who you are? So have your favorite artists!


On The Spark Parade, host Adam Unze sits down with actors, musicians, comedians, and pop culture icons to geek out over the movies and albums they can't get enough of. From cult classics and pop masterpieces to unexpected obsessions, every episode is a fun, personal deep dive into the art that makes us who we are.


Past guests include Maya Hawke, Margaret Cho, Ella Purnell, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Sasha Colby, Bob the Drag Queen, Suzanne Vega, Angourie Rice, and many more.


Whether you're a movie buff, a music obsessive, or just love hearing fascinating people get excited about the things they love, you've come to the right place.

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  • Oct 29, 2025 · 30 min

    The Boulet Brothers' Spark Is The Rocky Horror Picture Show

    Join legendary horror drag icons The Boulet Brothers for a campy, queer journey into their Spark: The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Adam and the Boulets share first encounters with the groundbreaking cult film, its impact on their lives, and why it remains a loud, proud anthem for queer joy, radical self-expression, and chosen family. Swantula takes us back to being a closeted 14-year-old, blown away by Rocky Horror’s uninhibited queerness, campy horror, and radical self-expression that expanded their world overnight. Drac recalls renting the VHS and falling in love with the iconic queer characters that spoke to their gothic, outsider spirit. We dive into queer representation, midnight screenings, Tim Curry’s unforgettable Frank-N-Furter, and the legendary audience participation that keeps the cult classic alive. The Boulet Brothers break down what makes Rocky Horror a radical anthem of chosen family, joy, and queer celebration — and how it continues to inspire their boundary-pushing drag art and TV series Dragula. You’ll also hear about The Boulet Brothers’ latest creative projects and why their Rocky Horror Spark lights their queer artistry to this day. What you’ll learn in this episode: How Rocky Horror hit Swantula and Drac at formative moments The unique mix of horror, camp, musical theater and queer culture The cultural impact and enduring legacy of Rocky Horror midnight shows The meaning behind “Don’t Dream It, Be It” for the Boulet Brothers Why Rocky Horror’s queer spirit fuels Dragula and their work today The Spark Parade is a podcast that dives deep into the films and albums that have inspired today’s creative icons. Hosted by Adam Unze, each episode features a unique conversation with an artist about their chosen film or album, and how it sparked their artistic journey. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Bluesky/TikTok: @sparkparade Subscribe, rate, and leave a review wherever you listen! For more info, visit: www.thesparkparade.com Copyright © 2025 The Spark Parade. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Oct 22, 2025 · 29 min

    Cheat Codes' Spark Is Ready Player One

    Matt and Trevor of Cheat Codes sit down with Adam Unze to talk about their Spark: the movie Ready Player One. They share the story of how the film’s immersive virtual reality and flood of pop culture Easter eggs blew their minds and sparked creative inspiration. From parallels between gaming, music and business to navigating the future of AI and virtual worlds, they explore how Ready Player One reflects the community, creativity and boundary-pushing spirit that drives their music career. If you love EDM, gaming culture, futuristic visions or collaborative creativity, this episode is your gateway to an inspiring conversation. What you’ll learn in this episode: How Ready Player One felt ahead of its time and parallels today’s tech reality The importance of community and collaboration in music and virtual worlds Gaming as a metaphor for creativity and business success Impacts of AI and emerging technologies on art and connections How Cheat Codes blends genres and crafts immersive live experiences Pop culture Easter eggs, VR performances, and the future of entertainment The Spark Parade is a podcast that dives deep into the films and albums that have inspired today’s creative icons. Hosted by Adam Unze, each episode features a unique conversation with an artist about their chosen film or album, and how it sparked their artistic journey. Follow us on social media: Instagram/Bluesky/TikTok: @sparkparade Subscribe, rate, and leave a review wherever you listen! For more info, visit: www.thesparkparade.com Copyright © 2025 The Spark Parade. All rights reserved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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