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Frankly, My Dear : Classic Hollywood was Bananas

Welcome to Frankly, My Dear, the podcast that explores just how Bananas things were in Classic Hollywood. From freaky accidents to love affairs to controversial opinions to movie trivia, find the fun and crazy stories that both the Pre-Code and Production Code Eras aren't known for. There was so much more going on behinds that scenes that was not as squeaky clean as the studios would have you believe. Join me, Kristen from Hoofers and Honeys, LLC., as I tackle these subjects along with other authors and classic movie experts.

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  1. 13

    Powell & Loy are Relationship Goals in The Thin Man Series Pt.1- In Conversation w/ Kelly Guentner

    Welcome back Author Kelly Guentner, as we discuss the first three in The Thin Man series with William Powell and Myrna Loy (The Thin Man (1934), After the Thin Man (1936) and Another Thin Man (1939))!#classismovies #williampowell #myrnaloy

  2. 12

    Cary Grant Challenge! - In Discussion with Author Melissa Woodscourt

    Join me and guest author Melissa Woodscourt (who has see every Cary Grant film-all 72!) as we discuss our favorites and least favorites! What is your favorite Cary Grant performance?#classicmovies #carygrant

  3. 11

    The Dueling Sisters - Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine - in Discussion with John Michael Heath

    John Michael Heath of Atomic Wax and The EAP Society joins me as we discuss the famous fighting sisters, Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine. We examine two of Olivia's collaborations with Errol Flynn, Captain Blood and Robin Hood, as well as Joan's films Rebecca and Suspicion. #classicmovies #oliviadehavilland #joanfontaine

  4. 10

    Happy Birthday Anniversary, Judy Garland! - in Discussion with Author K.G. Bolingbroke

    Join me and Author K.G. Bolingbroke to celebrate Judy Garland's birthday anniversary this week! She was born on June 10, 1922, and is one of the greatest performers in history! We talk about a variety of her films, including A Star is Born, The Pirate, The Wizard of Oz, For Me and My Gal, In the Good Old Summertime, The Harvey Girls, Meet Me in St. Louis, and Summer Stock! Happy birthday, Judy!#judygarland #classicmovies

  5. 9

    Viva Las Vegas Chemistry - in Discussion with The EAP Society

    Jamie Kelley and John Michael Heath of the EAP (Elvis Archival Preservation) Society join me as we discuss the nuances of Viva Las Vegas. From the chemistry leaping off the screen to the cut songs; from the passionate affair between Elvis and Ann-Margret and the Colonel's meddling, we deep-dive into one of my favorites!Check out my friends at the EAP!SpotifyPatreon#elvispresley #podcast #annmargret #vivalasvegas #EAPSociety #JamieAaronKelley

  6. 8

    Happy 100th, Marilyn Monroe - in Discussion with Author Gianna Marie Ferraro

    As we head toward the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe's birth on June 1st, this episode dives into both her musical and dramatic roles as a tribute to the artist that she was. Author Gianna Marie Ferraro joins the discussion that highlights such classics as Some Like it Hot, The Misfits, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, and Don't Bother to Knock.#classicmovies #marilynmonroe

  7. 7

    History of Mermaids in Cinema - in Discussion with Author Kelly Guentner

    This episode dives into the evolution of mermaids in cinema from the silent short films around 1915 to the two mermaid films in 1948 (Miranda and Mr. Peabody and the Mermaid) to 1980's Splash and Disney's The Little Mermaid. In conversation with Author Kelly Guentner, we also talk about K.N. Fray's siren trilogy and Kelly's superhero novels! You can find Kelly at phoenixsistersentertainment.com.#classicmovies #mermaids

  8. 6

    The Mummy 1932 vs The Mummy 1999 - in Discussion with Author Danielle Grandinetti

    The Mummy 1932 vs The Mummy 1999!This discussion highlights the similarities and the differences between these two films in terms of character development, actors, plot, and genres. With The Mummy 4 coming in 2027, this discussion offers a fun look at how the storyline was changed and speculates on what might be to come! Author Danielle Grandinetti also talks about her book character who was inspired by Evie in the 1999 version, played by Rachel Weisz. You can find her book here:https://daniellegrandinetti.com/shop/refuge-for-the-archaeologist/#themummy #boriskarloff #brendanfraser #rachelweisz #themummy4

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to Frankly, My Dear, the podcast that explores just how Bananas things were in Classic Hollywood. From freaky accidents to love affairs to controversial opinions to movie trivia, find the fun and crazy stories that both the Pre-Code and Production Code Eras aren't known for. There was so much more going on behinds that scenes that was not as squeaky clean as the studios would have you believe. Join me, Kristen from Hoofers and Honeys, LLC., as I tackle these subjects along with other authors and classic movie experts.

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