Going Hollywood - Movies and Television from the Golden Age to Today

May 14 2024

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Will you agree with the esteemed film historian or the regular guy who simply has a passion for movies? Conversations between a man who knows Hollywood, historian, Tony Maietta, and enthusiastic film buff, Brad Shreve, about cinema and television from Hollywood's Golden Age to contemporary hits. They discuss—and sometimes disagree on—their favorite films and TV shows. Listen for insightful discussions that blend expertise with passion, and they'll take you behind the scenes of Hollywood as they explore storytelling, casting, characters, and more.

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Surrendering Dorothy: Munchkins, Mysteries & Myths of “The Wizard of Oz”

May 14 2024 50 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeDon your ruby slippers as we pay tribute to "The Wizard of Oz." Join Brad and Tony for an exploration that celebrates the quirks, confronts the myths, and cherishes the enduring charm of the iconic film. You can find transcripts, a link to Tony's website, and a link to Brad's website at www.goinghollywoodpod

Navigating "Fellow Travelers": A Conversation with Ron Nyswaner, the Creator of the Showtime Series

May 07 2024 47 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeShowtime's "Fellow Travelers," visionary Ron Nyswaner joins us for a revealing conversation about the series' theme of a clandestine love story which unfolds amidst the tumult of historical events, such as the Red Scare led by Joseph McCarthy, Vietnam War protests, the death of Harvey Milk and the AIDS crisi

RED-headed Woman: The real story of Lucille Ball and the Hollywood Red Scare

Apr 30 2024 43 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episode“The only thing red about Lucy is her hair, and even that is not legitimate” – Desi ArnazSpecial guest Tom Watson, a friend, fan, and former employee of Lucille Ball and an expert on her life and career, dives into the tumultuous period of the "Red Scare" era in Hollywood and its impact on Lucy's life.

Howard Bannister’s Rocks: Celebrating “What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby

Apr 23 2024 76 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeA conversation about the timeless wit of screwball comedies as Brad and Tony pay tribute to the classics "What's Up, Doc?" and "Bringing Up Baby." Join the laughter-filled journey, where they unwrap the clever storytelling that emerged under the 1930s Production Code, and how it paved the way for the hijinks

One More Look: Analyzing the legacy of “A Star Is Born”

Apr 23 2024 74 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeJoin us for one more look at the timeless tale of “A Star is Born” as we trace its origins from the unofficial first version in 1932, "What Price Hollywood?", to Lady Gaga's dazzling turn in 2018. Tony and Brad dissect the enduring narrative of ambition, addiction, and the bittersweet dance of rising and

When Hepburn Met Capote: The Enduring Appeal of “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”

Apr 23 2024 53 mins

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeIs Carrie Bradshaw the spiritual granddaughter of Holly Golightly? How do you take a plotless novella about a call girl and her gay best friend and make it into a mythic romance? Find out when you join us for a conversation about the alchemy of romance, comedy, and drama that makes "Breakfast at Tiffany's" s

Introducing Going Hollywood

Click here to text an opinion or comment & we may respond on an episodeConversations between esteemed film historian, Tony Maietta, and passionate movie buff, Brad Shreve, about cinema and television from Hollywood's Golden Age to contemporary hits. Whose side will you be on? Listen as they discuss—and sometimes disagree on—their favorite films and TV shows. They'll take yo