# American Astronaut

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Podcast: [Why Does the Wilhelm Scream?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/why-does-the-wilhelm-scream-5695987)
Published: 2026-05-16T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://whydoesthewilhelmpod.podbean.com/e/american-astronaut/
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Duration seconds: 2081

## Resource

A special Driving While Screaming: Cory McAbee's American Astronaut on 35mm. Support Why Does the Wilhelm Scream Keep in touch and read more at whydoesthewilhelmscream.com on instagram and threads @whydoesthewilhelmpod Find out more about upcoming Fort Worth Film Club and Reel House screenings and events at reelhousefoundation.org and @fortworthfilm Support the next generation of film lovers at reelhousefoundation.org and on facebook reelhousefoundation Artwork by @_mosla_

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