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

Brad Shreve & Tony Maietta
Hollywood
Bewitched
Joan Crawford
Valley Of the Dolls
Judy Garland
Faye Dunaway
Grey Gardens
The Judy Garland Show
Elizabeth Montgomery
Chinatown
The Mary Tyler Moore Show
Whatever Happened To Baby Jane
Dick York
Racism
Postcards From the Edge
Lucille Ball
Mary Pickford
Grand Hotel
Mary Tyler Moore
Marilyn Monroe

Will you side with the expert or the enthusiast? Film historian Tony Maietta and movie lover Brad Shreve dive into the best of cinema and TV, from Hollywood’s Golden Age to today’s biggest hits. They share insights, debate favorites, and occasionally clash—but always keep it entertaining. They’ll take you behind the scenes and in front of the camera, bringing back your favorite memories along the ... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Burke
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Del Shores
Actor, writer, producer, director; Southern writer
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Episode: “The Trip To Bountiful”(1985) with Special Guest Del Shores
Maurice Chevalier
Guest with personal insights into the film
Episode: The Real Housewives of 1939: “The Women”
Thomas J. Watson
Lucille Ball expert and aficionado
Episode: My Fair Lucy: Revisiting “Lucy in London" (1966) with Special Guest Thomas J. Watson
Randy Schmidt
Author of 'Little Girl Blue, The Life of Karen Carpenter' and documentary filmmaker
Episode: "The Karen Carpenter Story" (1989) with Special Guest Randy L. Schmidt
Brandon Davis
Host of the Front Row Classics podcast with NPR Illinois
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Polly Holliday
Actress most known for her role as Flow on Alice
Episode: Forever Golden: Happy Birthday, “The Golden Girls!” (Part Two)
Doris Roberts
Actress known for her roles in television and film.
Episode: Trauma in a Snow Globe: “St. Elsewhere” (1982-1988)
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Hosts

Tony Maietta
Film historian and host; provides historical context and anchors conversations with archival insight.
Brad Shreve
Movie enthusiast and co-host who offers practical, opinionated perspectives and reacts to historical analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • A Place in the Sun

    Thank you for the episode! I’ll be rewatching to pay attention to the static camera work on long shots and the dissolves that Tony pointed out. The closeups on Elizabeth Taylor and Montgomery Clift and how gloriously they’re lit have always stood out to me. Both of their acting stands out — I’m still amazed she was only 17 with lines like “Tell Mama.” Great discussion and I’m glad we got Brad to admit that George Steven’s did a good job directing it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    califbrett
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this show

    I have been a fan since the beginning! I. Am very much interested in old classic movies and I am very huge Lucy fan! So y’all’s Lucy mentions are the best to me! Keep up the good work!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Megan cecilia
    United States3 months ago
  • Never To Early For Hymn Singing with Going Hollywood

    Even though I was fortunate enough to be a guest on the wonderful episode about The Trip to Bountiful, I've become a regular listener and have especially loved the episode devoted to Coal Miner's Daughter. Tony Maietta and Brad Shreve are terrific hosts, bringing warmth, humor, and genuine affection for classic films to every conversation. Tony is a wealth of information, and Brad's passion for film and thoughtful opinions make for a terrific pairing.

    "It’s never too early for hymn singing” whe... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SORDID-ITE
    United States4 months ago
  • A must for classic film and tv lovers

    I stumbled upon this podcast by accident. I was familiar with Tony’s work on TCM and other documentaries, and I’ve enjoyed Brad’s other podcasts. Together they make a great, fun and informative team. I especially enjoyed the recent episode on silent film, as I think it is too often ignored in these shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xyv123
    United States4 months ago
  • Very enjoyable listen, I’m hooked!

    I was searching for podcasts that had an episode about Grey Gardens and discovered Going Hollywood. It was one of the best podcasts of the seven that I had listened to with an episode about Grey Gardens. They are witty and informative, and opinionated and don’t pass on a lot of misinformation. I’ve already added seven of the episodes to my queue. I lovedthe episode about the classic movie.” The Women” For fans of old Hollywood- they are quite a treat.

    Apple Podcasts
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    CynHutch
    United States7 months ago

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"Wired" Unplugged
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Start with Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, followed by Suddenly Last Summer, and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, as these films showcase her talent at different stages of her career.
"Wired" Unplugged
Q: Can you tell me more about Natalie Wood's death?
The tragedy behind Natalie Wood's death suggests that while it is widely believed to be an accident, there are numerous conspiracies and theories surrounding the night she died.
Navigating "Fellow Travelers": A Conversation with Ron Nyswaner, the Creator of the Showtime Series (2023)
Q: What inspired you to take this little nugget from Thomas Mallon’s novel and expand it into this kind of epic every man, every gay man story?
I wanted to see the evolution of Hawkins Fuller, and understand the parallel of the AIDS crisis to the lavender scare.
Full Exposure: Uncovering "Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood"
Q: Is it okay to out someone after they're dead?
Scotty's defense is that this was common knowledge in Hollywood.
Entering “Grey Gardens”, Part One: “Come On In, We’re Not Ready”
Q: Were these women exploited?
Not at all. They loved every minute of it, particularly Edie.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Going Hollywood

What is Going Hollywood about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts with a shared passion for classic Hollywood and TV lead wide-ranging conversations that span from the Golden Age to modern hits. Their dynamic blends scholarly context with enthusiastic, conversational takes, delivering behind-the-scenes anecdotes, production lore, and thoughtful critiques across a broad slate of films and series. The show often features guests and a mix of historical insight, cultural context, and personal opinion, making it a reliable resource for cinephiles, students of film history, and anyone who enjoys spirited debates about favorites and forgotten gems. A standout angle is the duo's chemistry—one brings deep archival knowledge while the other offers fresh, practical perspectives, creating a welcoming yet op... more

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1. Front Row Classics: A Hollywood Golden Age Podcast
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2. Del Shores
3. Maurice Chevalier
4. Thomas J. Watson
5. Randy Schmidt
6. Brandon Davis
7. Polly Holliday
8. Doris Roberts

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