Sam Skopp - Looper | Page 7

Location

Los Angeles, California

School

University Of California, Santa Cruz

Expertise

Shonen Anime, Improv Comedy, HBO Dramas

• Sam has written about pop culture for more than eight years, covering topics ranging from punk rock music to cartoons and video games.
• The most popular video Sam wrote for The Leaderboard on YouTube has been viewed over 8 million times.
• For a time, he performed improv comedy in Los Angeles, where he hopefully made at least one or two people laugh.

Experience

Sam is constantly developing new niche interests. In the past, he has written comedic videos for Channel Frederator, covered video game news for The Gamer, written up local events for the Santa Monica Mirror, edited music reviews for mxdwn, and analyzed occult references in "Adventure Time" for Ultraculture. Sam also studied comedy in Los Angeles, producing an original web series and writing for the 2018 CBS Diversity Sketch Comedy Showcase. With his natural sense of curiosity and background in a diverse range of subjects, Sam hopes to connect with new readers and experts alike.

Education

At the University of California, Santa Cruz, Sam graduated from the selective creative writing emphasis of its literature program.

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Stories By Sam Skopp

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• Star Wars: Koo Stark's Deleted Role From A New Hope Explained

  Koo Stark's role in "A New Hope" may have been deleted from the final cut, but the actor nearly landed one of the biggest roles in the film.

• Terrifier 3 Trailer - Art The Clown's Naughty List Spares No Child From Horror

  Miles County residents are in for even more gore and disturbing carnage when horror icon Art the Clown returns in "Terrifier 3" -- debuting October 25, 2024.

• Bob Iger Reveals Disney's Biggest Focus After Multiple Box Office Bombs

  Several of Disney's 2023 releases have failed to meet box office expectations, and CEO Bob Iger is looking to turn things around for the studio.

• James Wan Confirms Green Lantern Villain's DCU Debut In Aquaman 2 - With A Twist

  Despite being MIA from the pre-Gunn DCU, Green Lantern will see one of his villains debut in the "Aquaman" sequel albeit in a different form than fans know.

• Stranger Things Season 5 Could Be Coming To Netflix Sooner Than Fans Think

  Given the imminent end of the SAG-AFTRA strike, it looks like Season 5 of "Stranger Things" might be dropping on Netflix a little sooner than expected.

• Patrick Dempsey Is The Sexiest Man Alive - But Pedro Pascal Fans Aren't Having It

  Patrick Dempsey is People's "Sexiest Man Alive." In the hearts of Pedro Pascal fans, however, Dempsey is second behind the "Last of Us" star.

• The Simpsons Producers Issue A Meta Response To Homer Strangling Controversy

  Producers on "The Simpsons" have responded as only they can to reports that Homer will no longer strangle Bart due to societal shifts.

• Ghostbusters Theory: Could THIS Be The Main Villain In Frozen Empire?

  A little-known villain from the annals of "Ghostbusters" lore might be the main antagonist of the new "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire." Here's the theory.

• Dak Prescott's 'Darth Vader' Patch Explained

  Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has a patch resembling Darth Vader on his jersey this season. But it doesn't have anything to do with Star Wars.

• Sharon Stone Alleges Sexual Harassment By Former Sony Movie Boss

  Mainstay actor of the 90's, Sharon Stone, says that she was sexually harassed by a former Sony boss. But she won't name names because she sees no point.

• What Happened To Sage Stallone? Inside The Tragic Death Of Sylvester Stallone's Son

  Sage Stallone's death was a cause of unfair controversy in 2012. In recent years, his father has opened up more about their relationship.

• The Simpsons: Homer's Most Problematic Habit Is No More - 'Times Have Changed'

  After years of relying on one of Homer's most problematic habits for cheap laughs, 'The Simpsons" declares it'll do away with Homer choking Bart as a gag.

• Composer Danny Elfman Responds To Sexual Abuse Allegations

  Musician and film composer Danny Elfman, along with his lawyer, has responded to a sexual assault lawsuit levied against him.

• James Cromwell Has Played More Star Trek Characters Than You Likely Realize

  James Cromwell is an esteemed actor with an extensive resume that includes roles as different characters in a variety of Star Trek titles.

• Whatever Happened To Bad Birdie After Shark Tank?

  "Shark Tank" fans might remember Bad Birdie and the company line of unique golf polos. Here's what the company has been up to since appearing on the show.

• How I Met Your Mother's Jason Segel Involved In A Fight At A Pro Wrestling Show

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• Whatever Happened To Deadliest Catch's Joseph McMahon?

  "Deadliest Catch" associate producer Joseph McMahon worked on the series for two seasons, between 2013 and 2014, amassing credits on a total of 19 episodes.

• The Alan Wake Live-Action Prequel Series You Probably Never Watched

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• HBO Confirms Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 12 Premiere Window

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• The Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes Trailer: Is That Doctor Zaius?

  The "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" trailer prominently features an orangutan character. Could it be franchise staple Doctor Zaius?

• Twitter Is Convinced Loki Is In Love With Mobius After Episode 5 - Here's Why

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• Whatever Happened To Super Coffee After Shark Tank?

  Super Coffee didn't impress the panel on "Shark Tank," but the company found tremendous success after the episode aired.

• The Last Of Us Season 2 Gets An Official Update

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• What Happened To The Guy From Verizon's 'Can You Hear Me Now?' Commercials?

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