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From Beneath the Hollywood Sign

Steve Cubine & Nan McNamara
Old Hollywood
Hollywood History
Paul Douglas
Greg Bautzer
Joan Crawford
Animal Actors
Helen Walker
Ingrid Bergman
Lana Turner
Hollywood Studio Club
Hollywood
Paramount Pictures
Kirk Kerkorian
Bugsy Siegel
Dorothy Lamour
Alcoholism
Nightmare Alley
Hollywood Reporter
US Navy
Renee Richards

If the Golden era of Old Hollywood is your thing, our podcast is for you! If you want TYRONE POWER instead of TOM HARDY, JENNIFER JONES instead of JENNIFER LAWRENCE, or ROBERT MITCHUM rather than ROBERT PATTINSON, then FROM BENEATH THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN is the gin joint for you. Each week, writer and producer STEVE CUBINE and actress and writer NAN MCNAMARA explore, discuss, and dissect the magical, ... more

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Latest Episodes

“BESS FLOWERS & FRANKLYN FARNUM: QUEEN & KING OF THE EXTRAS” - 4/13/2026 (135)

Actors BESS FLOWERS and FRANKLYN FARNUM were absolute legends of the “blink and you’ll miss them” world. They weren’t headliners — in fact, they often were not credited o... more

“MAGGIE McNAMARA: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” - 4/06/2026 (134)

The history of Hollywood is filled with stories of actors who experienced meteoric rises and then faded into obscurity just as quickly. Among the most poignant examples of this is... more

“BETTE vs MIRIAM: WHEN STARS COLLIDED” - 3/30/2026 (133)

What would Hollywood be without a good, old fashioned rivalry. It’s well documented that BETTE DAVIS and JOAN CRAWFORD were not exactly besties. But did you know that Davis had another rivalry... more

“JAMES WONG HOWE: THE MAN WHO PAINTED WITH LIGHT” - 3/16/2026 (132)

Today, we’re going to step behind the camera and shine a spotlight—quite literally—on one of the most brilliant craftsmen Hollywood has ever seen. A man who helped shape the way mov... more

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Recent Guests

Sandy Adomaitis
Host of The Writer's Hangout podcast, writer, and former comedian
The Writer's Hangout
Episode: “THE MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF THELMA TODD – A CHAT WITH SANDY ADOMAITIS” - 2/23/2026 (128)
Michelle Holmes
Award-winning actor and member of a Hollywood acting dynasty
Episode: “THE HOLMES ACTING DYNASTY: FROM STAGE TO SCREEN” - 11/24/25 (115)
Diana Wright
Award-winning comedy writer and director, and member of the Hollywood Sign Trust
Hollywood Sign Trust
Episode: "FROM SILENT DREAMS TO SILVER SCREENS - THE HOLLYWOOD SIGN STORY" Nov 17, 2025 - (114)
Brandon Davis
Host of Front Row Classics podcast and official historian of Front Row Network
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Episode: “BIG STAR, SMALL SCREEN - A CONVERSATION WITH FRONT ROW CLASSICS’ BRANDON DAVIS” - 11/10/25 (113)
Peter Ford
Son of actor Glenn Ford and actress Eleanor Powell, and a writer and film historian.
Episode: “HOLLYWOOD ROYALTY: GLENN FORD & ELEANOR POWELL, REMEMBERED BY SON PETER FORD” - 10/06/25 (108)
Patty McCormack
Famous child star known for her role in 'The Bad Seed'
Episode: FBTHS - "FROM THE BAD SEED TO THE WONDER YEARS: PATTY McCORMACK & DAN LAURIA IN CONVERSATION" (106)
Dan Lauria
Actor known for his role as Jack Arnold in 'The Wonder Years'
Episode: FBTHS - "FROM THE BAD SEED TO THE WONDER YEARS: PATTY McCORMACK & DAN LAURIA IN CONVERSATION" (106)
Dave Karger
Film journalist and host on Turner Classic Movies
Turner Classic Movies (TCM)
Episode: “LIGHTS! CAMERA! KARGER! TCM’s DAVE KARGER HELPS US CELEBRATE 100 EPISODES”
Maureen Lee Lenker
Award-winning journalist and author passionate about classic movies
Entertainment Weekly
Episode: "AUTHOR AND JOURNALIST MAUREEN LEE LENKER'S FRESH TAKE ON CLASSIC CINEMA” (072)

Hosts

Steve Cubine
Co-host and producer with a wealth of experience as a writer in film and television, bringing insightful narratives from the Golden Age of Hollywood to the fore.
Nan McNamara
Co-host and actress with a deep enthusiasm for storytelling and Hollywood's rich history, specializing in engaging narratives about classic cinema.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 426 ratings
  • Enjoyable!

    Wonderful podcast; I look forward to it every week. The subjects are diverse, well/researched, and treated in good detail without turning into an unnecessary deep dive. But for me the best part is the conversation and by-play of the two hosts. They work off a script that seems carefully tailored to produce an informed conversation that seems very natural.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Peter N Hillman
    United States6 days ago
  • Outstanding podcast

    This podcast makes me want to watch ALL the movies! They are very fun and work hard on all the details. Can’t get enough of this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cap’n Awesome
    United States14 days ago
  • Great Hosts

    This podcast is my happy place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jonbhamm
    United States18 days ago
  • Hooray for From Beneath The Hollywood Sign!

    Such a fun, friendly podcast about movies from the past and showing how much they resonate with us today. The hosts bring so much of themselves into the episodes making learning about these actors and their careers all the more meaningful. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hilarykilroe
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great Podcast!

    I love the Shallow end and the Box of Oddities! This is a great podcast to use to make a list of movies to watch based on their knowledgeable and fun reviews, could not love it more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robinverge
    United Statesa month ago

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Highly informative content rooted in extensive research about classic cinema.
The engaging chemistry between the hosts adds to the overall enjoyment of the show.
Enthusiastic hosts that bring genuine passion to the subject matter.
Listeners appreciate the depth of storytelling, uncovering lesser-known tales of Old Hollywood stars.

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JAMES WONG HOWE: THE MAN WHO PAINTED WITH LIGHT (132)
Q: In Oscar history, there have been two times when three actors were nominated for the same film in the same category. What were they?
The Godfather (1972) and The Godfather Part II (1974) featured three acting nominations for the same film in the same category; in the first, James Caan, Robert Duvall, and Al Pacino were nominated, and in the second, Lee Strasberg and Michael V. Gazzo were nominated for supporting performance, marking a rare occurrence that has not been repeated since.
“BETTE vs MIRIAM: WHEN STARS COLLIDED” - 3/30/2026 (133)
Q: Who was Margaret Mitchell's ideal person to play Scarlett O'Hara according to the episode?
Margaret Mitchell's ideal choice to play Scarlett O'Hara was Miriam Hopkins.
“FRANK LOVEJOY: CLASSIC CINEMA STAR OF THE MONTH” (129)
Q: And the question was, Frank Lovejoy's only son, Steven, went on to have a behind-the-scenes Hollywood career that was quite successful. What did Steven do?
Steven was the editor on Tales From The Crypt, serving as main editor on that series.
EPISODE 125 - “VIRGINIA MAYO: CLASSIC HOLLYWOOD STAR OF THE MONTH” - 2/02/2026 (125)
Q: Do you know who I am?
Virginia Mayo asked Steve this during a phone call, indicating her assertive nature and commitment to her career.
“EARL CARROLL VANITIES: SCANDAL, SPECTACLE AND THE JAZZ AGE” - 1/27/2026 (124)
Q: When Earl Carroll was working at a publisher's house, pasting clippings into a scrapbook, what idea did he get that became very popular with showgirl strippers?
He invented pasties to cover the nipples of his showgirls in his musical reviews.

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This podcast offers a rich and engaging exploration of the captivating world of Old Hollywood, focusing on significant figures, events, and narratives from the golden era of film. Hosts Steve Cubine and Nan McNamara artfully blend historical anecdotes with entertaining commentary as they delve into the lives of iconic actors and behind-the-scenes stories, painting a vivid picture of Hollywood's glamorous yet complex history. Topics often include classic films, the impact of various figures on the industry, and the intersection of cultural trends, ensuring each episode provides both education and entertainment to film enthusiasts.

Listeners can expect in-depth discussions about Hollywood's renowned talents and infamous scandals, reflecting ... more

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