
Producer/Creator/Host Doug Hess takes you on a journey back in time and shares with you pieces. of Hollywood you may or may not have known about!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 448 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Guest Host James Lott Jr talks about looking back at all parts of Forgotten Hollywood!
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In this episode I spoke with the author and grandnephew to Greta, Scott Reisfield. Greta Garbo didn't just change film. She changed what it meant to be a woman. Long before "feminism" entered the mainstream, Greta Garbo was showing women around the w... more
There are two answers! James Lott Jr guest hosts and explains.
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Not sure how I didn’t discover this sooner. The show definitely gets into topics I have never heard on other shows about film. 10/10
The sound quality needs improving and mute the host when guest is speaking can hear breathing.
I enjoyed the episode about Diana Barrymore. Very informative.
I like his style. Great interview with Dr. Kelly re Tyrone Power.
Update——please mute mic when coughing and clearing your throat.
Note—Mr. Hess, please stop mispronouncing names of movie stars, i.e., Barbara STANSWYCK AND LILLIAN JISH.
I like his style. Great interview with Dr. Kelly re Tyrone Power.
Update——please mute mic when coughing and clearing your throat.
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Long-form conversations centered on classic Hollywood history, film culture, and the behind-the-scenes realities of studio-era entertainment. Episodes feature authors, actors, historians, and industry observers who dissect books, historic events, and iconic films, often contrasting myth with documented fact. The show tends to blend rigorous research with accessible storytelling, occasional humor, and a steady emphasis on legacy, representation, and the evolution of Hollywood over the decades. Noteworthy is a strong pattern of guest authors and historians who offer deep-dive context on specific stars, genres, or eras, making it a solid pick for listeners who crave well-sourced historical insight and expert perspectives on cinema's past.
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2. Cindy Mitchum
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8. Michael Benson
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